Worth Considering
3
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Westlake, Ohio
3 of 7 nursing homes in Westlake (43%) meet our strict criteria. The Ohio statewide average is 29%.
3 recommended · 3 caution · 1 avoid · data
City Average
3.1
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
716
across 7 facilities
High Risk Facilities
1
1 Grade F
$10,065 in combined fines
Zero Fines
6
/7
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why These 3?
The nursing home market in Westlake, Ohio, is adequate with 7 facilities, of which 3 are recommended, indicating a decent selection for families. Notably, the top-rated facility is Brookdale Westlake Village (A, 5★), but families should be aware of 1 facility with significant fines totaling $10,065.
Exceptional (Grade A, Trust Score 90+)
- 1 BROOKDALE WESTLAKE VILLAGE (90) — Brookdale Westlake Village stands out with an impressive CMS 5★ rating and a top-notch Trust Score of 90/100. This facility offers 60 beds and has maintained an A grade with no fines, showcasing their commitment to high-quality care and resident satisfaction.
Strong (Grade B+, Trust Score 80-89)
- 2 HUNTINGTON WOODS CARE & REHAB CENTER (85) — Huntington Woods Care & Rehab Center is noteworthy for its CMS 5★ rating and a strong Trust Score of 85/100. With 82 beds and a B+ grade, this facility demonstrates a solid commitment to quality care, evidenced by their clean record with no fines.
Qualified (Grade B, Trust Score 70-79)
- 3 LUTHERAN HOME (75) — Lutheran Home excels as a community-focused non-profit facility with a Trust Score of 75/100 and a CMS 4★ rating. With 134 beds and a B grade, they emphasize compassionate care and community involvement, making them a solid choice for residents seeking a supportive environment.
The other 4 Westlake facilities didn't qualify — 1 carries Grade D or F ratings and 1 has fines totaling $10K.
Recommended
Brookdale Westlake Village stands out with an impressive CMS 5★ rating and a top-notch Trust Score of 90/100. This facility offers 60 beds and has maintained an A grade with no fines, showcasing their commitment to high-quality care and resident satisfaction.
Huntington Woods Care & Rehab Center is noteworthy for its CMS 5★ rating and a strong Trust Score of 85/100. With 82 beds and a B+ grade, this facility demonstrates a solid commitment to quality care, evidenced by their clean record with no fines.
Lutheran Home excels as a community-focused non-profit facility with a Trust Score of 75/100 and a CMS 4★ rating. With 134 beds and a B grade, they emphasize compassionate care and community involvement, making them a solid choice for residents seeking a supportive environment.
Proceed with Caution
These facilities don't meet our recommendation criteria but may still be viable options.
Best Available Alternative
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Westlake Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 3.1 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
What Disqualified the Other 4?
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
- 1 Have fines totaling $10,065
- Low-scoring facilities
- 3 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
- Caution group
- 3 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions Westlake 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?"
Westlake's city average is 3.1 stars
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2
"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
1 of 7 Westlake facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Westlake avg is 0 min
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4
"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Westlake facilities average 0.0 deficiencies per inspection
Explore Nearby Cities
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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 Westlake, OH are recommended?
3 of 7 nursing homes in Westlake (43%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Westlake "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 Westlake?
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.