Worth Considering
2
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Swainsboro, Georgia
2 of 2 nursing homes in Swainsboro (100%) meet our strict criteria. The Georgia statewide average is 29%.
2 recommended · 0 caution · 0 avoid · data
City Average
3.5
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
152
across 2 facilities
High Risk Facilities
0
0 Grade F
$0 in combined fines
Zero Fines
2
/2
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why These 2?
The nursing home market in Swainsboro, Georgia is adequate, with 100% of the 2 facilities recommended. Families can feel confident choosing PRUITTHEALTH - SWAINSBORO, which boasts a B+ rating and 4 stars, as there are no facilities in the caution or avoid tiers.
Strong (Grade B+, Trust Score 80-89)
- 1 PRUITTHEALTH - SWAINSBORO (83) — PruittHealth - Swainsboro stands out with a strong Trust Score of 83/100 and a solid CMS rating of 4 stars. With no fines and a B+ grade, this for-profit facility offers quality care in a spacious setting with 103 beds, making it a reliable choice for residents seeking attentive services.
Qualified (Grade B, Trust Score 70-79)
- 2 EMANUEL COUNTY NURSING HOME (70) — Emanuel County Nursing Home is a community-focused non-profit facility that provides compassionate care, reflected in its Trust Score of 70/100 and a CMS rating of 3 stars. With a B grade and no fines, this 49-bed home emphasizes a family-like environment, making it a commendable option for residents and their families.
Recommended
PruittHealth - Swainsboro stands out with a strong Trust Score of 83/100 and a solid CMS rating of 4 stars. With no fines and a B+ grade, this for-profit facility offers quality care in a spacious setting with 103 beds, making it a reliable choice for residents seeking attentive services.
Emanuel County Nursing Home is a community-focused non-profit facility that provides compassionate care, reflected in its Trust Score of 70/100 and a CMS rating of 3 stars. With a B grade and no fines, this 49-bed home emphasizes a family-like environment, making it a commendable option for residents and their families.
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Swainsboro Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 4 stars | 3.5 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Questions Swainsboro 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?"
Swainsboro's city average is 3.5 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
0 of 2 Swainsboro facilities have fines
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"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Swainsboro avg is 0 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Swainsboro 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 Swainsboro, GA are recommended?
2 of 2 nursing homes in Swainsboro (100%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Swainsboro "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 Swainsboro?
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.