Worth Considering
1
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Sulphur Springs, Texas
1 of 4 nursing homes in Sulphur Springs (25%) meet our strict criteria. The Texas statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 0 caution · 3 avoid · data
City Average
3.0
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
487
across 4 facilities
High Risk Facilities
3
2 Grade F
$91,343 in combined fines
Zero Fines
1
/4
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why This One?
The nursing home market in Sulphur Springs, Texas, is limited and requires caution, with only 1 of 4 facilities recommended. Families should be aware that 3 facilities have incurred a total of $91,343 in fines, highlighting the importance of thorough research before making decisions.
Qualified (Grade B, Trust Score 70-79)
- 1 CARRIAGE HOUSE MANOR (70) — Carriage House Manor shines with a commendable CMS 4-star rating and a solid Grade B, indicating a commitment to quality care. With a Trust Score of 70/100 and no fines, this non-profit facility emphasizes community focus, ensuring personalized support for its 144 residents.
The other 3 Sulphur Springs facilities didn't qualify — 3 carry Grade D or F ratings and 3 have fines totaling $91K.
Recommended
Carriage House Manor shines with a commendable CMS 4-star rating and a solid Grade B, indicating a commitment to quality care. With a Trust Score of 70/100 and no fines, this non-profit facility emphasizes community focus, ensuring personalized support for its 144 residents.
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Sulphur Springs Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 4 stars | 3.0 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
What Disqualified the Other 3?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Grade F facilities
- 2 Grade F — critical inspection failures
- Facilities with fines
- 3 Have fines totaling $91,343
- Low-scoring facilities
- 1 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
Questions Sulphur Springs Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
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"What is your current CMS star rating and Trust Score?"
Sulphur Springs's city average is 3.0 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
3 of 4 Sulphur Springs facilities have fines
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"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Sulphur Springs avg is 0 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Sulphur Springs facilities average 0.0 deficiencies per inspection
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Houston at a Glance
Good News
- 12 facilities meet our strict criteria—20% of the market
- 3 exceptional A-grade facilities with 5-star CMS ratings
- 24 facilities with zero fines in the past 3 years
Be Aware
- 30 facilities carry Grade F—nearly half the market
- $3.2M+ in total fines across 37 facilities
- Worst facility has $448,216 in fines alone
Key Numbers
- Average Trust Score: 48.6 (dragged down by 30 F-grades)
- 82% for-profit, 13% non-profit, 5% government
- 9.4 average deficiencies per facility
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes in Sulphur Springs, TX are recommended?
1 of 4 nursing homes in Sulphur Springs (25%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Sulphur Springs "recommended"?
A facility earns our recommendation when it achieves a Trust Grade of B or better (score of 70+) AND has zero fines in the past three years. This combination indicates consistent quality care and regulatory compliance.
How should I evaluate nursing homes in Sulphur Springs?
Look beyond star ratings. Check for recent fines, abuse citations, staffing levels (especially RN hours), and inspection deficiencies. Visit in person during different times of day to observe care quality firsthand.