Worth Considering
3
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in West Lafayette, Indiana
3 of 5 nursing homes in West Lafayette (60%) meet our strict criteria. The Indiana statewide average is 29%.
3 recommended · 1 caution · 1 avoid · data
City Average
3.4
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
512
across 5 facilities
High Risk Facilities
1
1 Grade F
$0 in combined fines
Zero Fines
5
/5
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why These 3?
The nursing home market in West Lafayette, Indiana, is adequate, with 60% of the 5 facilities recommended. Families should be aware that while Westminster Village is the top-rated option, one facility should be avoided due to its poor performance despite having no fines.
Qualified (Grade B, Trust Score 70-79)
- 1 WESTMINSTER VILLAGE - WEST LAFAYETTE (75) — Westminster Village boasts a solid Trust Score of 75/100 and a CMS rating of 4★, reflecting its commitment to quality care. As a non-profit facility, it focuses on community well-being, providing a nurturing environment with zero fines and 72 beds dedicated to enhancing residents' lives.
- 2 HERITAGE HEALTHCARE (70) — Heritage Healthcare achieves a commendable CMS rating of 4★ and a Trust Score of 70/100, indicating reliable care for its 127 residents. Operating as a government facility, it emphasizes community support and has maintained a clean record with no fines, ensuring a stable and caring atmosphere.
- 3 UNIVERSITY PLACE HEALTH CENTER AND ASSISTED LIVING (70) — University Place Health Center and Assisted Living offers a welcoming environment with a CMS rating of 4★ and a Trust Score of 70/100. As a non-profit, church-related facility, it prioritizes community values and personal care, providing a safe haven for its 30 residents while maintaining a zero-fine history.
The other 2 West Lafayette facilities didn't qualify — 1 carries Grade D or F ratings.
Recommended
Westminster Village boasts a solid Trust Score of 75/100 and a CMS rating of 4★, reflecting its commitment to quality care. As a non-profit facility, it focuses on community well-being, providing a nurturing environment with zero fines and 72 beds dedicated to enhancing residents' lives.
Heritage Healthcare achieves a commendable CMS rating of 4★ and a Trust Score of 70/100, indicating reliable care for its 127 residents. Operating as a government facility, it emphasizes community support and has maintained a clean record with no fines, ensuring a stable and caring atmosphere.
University Place Health Center and Assisted Living offers a welcoming environment with a CMS rating of 4★ and a Trust Score of 70/100. As a non-profit, church-related facility, it prioritizes community values and personal care, providing a safe haven for its 30 residents while maintaining a zero-fine history.
Proceed with Caution
These facilities don't meet our recommendation criteria but may still be viable options.
Emergency Fallback
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | West Lafayette Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 4 stars | 3.4 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
What Disqualified the Other 2?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Grade F facilities
- 1 Grade F — critical inspection failures
- Low-scoring facilities
- 1 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
- Caution group
- 1 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions West Lafayette Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
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1
"What is your current CMS star rating and Trust Score?"
West Lafayette's city average is 3.4 stars
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2
"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
0 of 5 West Lafayette facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; West Lafayette avg is 0 min
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4
"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
West Lafayette 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 West Lafayette, IN are recommended?
3 of 5 nursing homes in West Lafayette (60%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in West Lafayette "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 West Lafayette?
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.