Worth Considering
1
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Willoughby, Ohio
1 of 2 nursing homes in Willoughby (50%) meet our strict criteria. The Ohio statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 0 caution · 1 avoid · data
City Average
4.0
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
229
across 2 facilities
High Risk Facilities
1
1 Grade F
$52,600 in combined fines
Zero Fines
1
/2
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why This One?
The nursing home market in Willoughby, Ohio, is adequate, with two facilities available and one recommended. Families should be aware that while the top-rated facility, Ohio Living Breckenridge Village, has excellent ratings, one facility has incurred significant fines totaling $52,600.
Exceptional (Grade A, Trust Score 90+)
- 1 OHIO LIVING BRECKENRIDGE VILLAGE (90) — Ohio Living Breckenridge Village stands out with a perfect 5★ CMS rating and an impressive Trust Score of 90/100. This non-profit facility emphasizes community-focused care, and its A grade reflects a commitment to high-quality services, making it a top choice for residents seeking a supportive environment.
The other 1 Willoughby facility didn't qualify — 1 carries Grade D or F ratings and 1 has fines totaling $52K.
Recommended
Ohio Living Breckenridge Village stands out with a perfect 5★ CMS rating and an impressive Trust Score of 90/100. This non-profit facility emphasizes community-focused care, and its A grade reflects a commitment to high-quality services, making it a top choice for residents seeking a supportive environment.
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Willoughby Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 4.0 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
- Facilities with fines
- 1 Have fines totaling $52,600
Questions Willoughby 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?"
Willoughby's city average is 4.0 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
1 of 2 Willoughby facilities have fines
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"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Willoughby avg is 0 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Willoughby 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 Willoughby, OH are recommended?
1 of 2 nursing homes in Willoughby (50%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Willoughby "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 Willoughby?
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.