Worth Considering
3
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in West Palm Beach, Florida
3 of 11 nursing homes in West Palm Beach (27%) meet our strict criteria. The Florida statewide average is 29%.
3 recommended · 4 caution · 4 avoid · data
City Average
3.2
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
1,460
across 11 facilities
High Risk Facilities
4
1 Grade F
$56,467 in combined fines
Zero Fines
6
/11
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why These 3?
The nursing home market in West Palm Beach, Florida, is adequate but has some concerns, with only 27% of the 11 facilities recommended. Families should be aware of the 4 facilities in the avoid tier, totaling $44,172 in fines, while JOSEPH L MORSE HEALTH CENTER INC THE stands out with a 5-star rating.
Exceptional (Grade A, Trust Score 90+)
- 1 JOSEPH L MORSE HEALTH CENTER INC THE (93) — The Joseph L Morse Health Center stands out with an impressive Trust Score of 93/100 and an excellent CMS 5★ rating. This non-profit facility prioritizes community-focused care, offering a safe and nurturing environment with zero fines and 230 beds to accommodate residents effectively.
Strong (Grade B+, Trust Score 80-89)
- 2 LOURDES-NOREEN MCKEEN RESIDENCE FOR GERIATRIC CARE (80) — With a CMS 5★ rating and a solid Trust Score of 80/100, Lourdes-Noreen McKeen Residence excels in providing quality geriatric care. As a non-profit organization, it emphasizes community involvement and has maintained a strong reputation with zero fines, ensuring a dedicated approach to resident well-being.
Qualified (Grade B, Trust Score 70-79)
- 3 LAKESIDE HEALTH CENTER (70) — Lakeside Health Center offers a commendable CMS 4★ rating and a Trust Score of 70/100, providing a decent standard of care in a for-profit setting. With 107 beds and zero fines, it provides a reputable option for families seeking reliable nursing support, though it may not match the excellence of higher-rated facilities.
The other 8 West Palm Beach facilities didn't qualify — 4 carry Grade D or F ratings and 5 have fines totaling $56K.
Recommended
The Joseph L Morse Health Center stands out with an impressive Trust Score of 93/100 and an excellent CMS 5★ rating. This non-profit facility prioritizes community-focused care, offering a safe and nurturing environment with zero fines and 230 beds to accommodate residents effectively.
B+
80
Trust Score
With a CMS 5★ rating and a solid Trust Score of 80/100, Lourdes-Noreen McKeen Residence excels in providing quality geriatric care. As a non-profit organization, it emphasizes community involvement and has maintained a strong reputation with zero fines, ensuring a dedicated approach to resident well-being.
Lakeside Health Center offers a commendable CMS 4★ rating and a Trust Score of 70/100, providing a decent standard of care in a for-profit setting. With 107 beds and zero fines, it provides a reputable option for families seeking reliable nursing support, though it may not match the excellence of higher-rated facilities.
Proceed with Caution
These facilities don't meet our recommendation criteria but may still be viable options.
Hidden Gem
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | West Palm Beach Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 3.2 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
What Disqualified the Other 8?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Grade F facilities
- 1 Grade F — critical inspection failures
- Facilities with fines
- 5 Have fines totaling $56,467
- Low-scoring facilities
- 6 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
- Caution group
- 4 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions West Palm Beach 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 Palm Beach's city average is 3.2 stars
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2
"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
5 of 11 West Palm Beach facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; West Palm Beach avg is 0 min
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4
"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
West Palm Beach 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 Palm Beach, FL are recommended?
3 of 11 nursing homes in West Palm Beach (27%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in West Palm Beach "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 Palm Beach?
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.