Worth Considering
1
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Swanton, Ohio
1 of 2 nursing homes in Swanton (50%) meet our strict criteria. The Ohio statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 0 caution · 1 avoid · data
City Average
3.5
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
160
across 2 facilities
High Risk Facilities
1
1 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 This One?
The nursing home market in Swanton, Ohio, is adequate, with two facilities available and one recommended. Families should note that while the top-rated facility, Embassy of Swanton, has a B+ rating and five stars, there is one facility to avoid due to its lack of fines, indicating potential concerns.
Strong (Grade B+, Trust Score 80-89)
- 1 EMBASSY OF SWANTON (80) — Embassy of Swanton stands out with an excellent 5-star CMS rating and a solid Trust Score of 80/100, highlighting its commitment to quality care. The facility boasts a B+ grade and operates without any federal fines, ensuring a safe environment for residents. With 68 beds, it offers personalized attention while maintaining a robust corporate structure.
The other 1 Swanton facility didn't qualify — 1 carries Grade D or F ratings.
Recommended
Embassy of Swanton stands out with an excellent 5-star CMS rating and a solid Trust Score of 80/100, highlighting its commitment to quality care. The facility boasts a B+ grade and operates without any federal fines, ensuring a safe environment for residents. With 68 beds, it offers personalized attention while maintaining a robust corporate structure.
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Swanton Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 3.5 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
What Disqualified the Other 1?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Grade F facilities
- 1 Grade F — critical inspection failures
Questions Swanton 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?"
Swanton's city average is 3.5 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
0 of 2 Swanton facilities have fines
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"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Swanton avg is 0 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Swanton 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 Swanton, OH are recommended?
1 of 2 nursing homes in Swanton (50%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Swanton "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 Swanton?
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.