Worth Considering
4
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Youngstown, Ohio
4 of 14 nursing homes in Youngstown (29%) meet our strict criteria. The Ohio statewide average is 29%.
4 recommended · 1 caution · 9 avoid · data
City Average
2.9
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
1,276
across 14 facilities
High Risk Facilities
9
7 Grade F
$431,477 in combined fines
Zero Fines
7
/14
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why These 4?
The nursing home market in Youngstown, Ohio is strong, with 14 facilities and 29% (4) recommended options. Families should be aware that while the top-rated facility is Heritage Manor Jewish Home, there are 9 facilities in the avoid tier, accumulating a total of $416,477 in fines.
Exceptional (Grade A, Trust Score 90+)
- 1 HERITAGE MANOR JEWISH HM FOR (90) — Heritage Manor Jewish Home stands out with a perfect 5★ CMS rating and an impressive Trust Score of 90/100. This non-profit facility focuses on community well-being, offering compassionate care in a supportive environment, all while maintaining an A grade and zero fines.
- 2 SHEPHERD OF THE VALLEY-BOARDMAN (90) — Shepherd of the Valley-Boardman excels with a 5★ CMS rating and a Trust Score of 90/100, showcasing its commitment to exceptional care. As a non-profit facility, it prioritizes the community's needs, providing a safe and nurturing atmosphere with an A grade and no fines.
Strong (Grade B+, Trust Score 80-89)
- 3 BRIARFIELD AT ASHLEY CIRCLE (85) — Briarfield at Ashley Circle boasts a strong 5★ CMS rating and a Trust Score of 85/100, reflecting its commitment to quality care. With an A grade and no fines, this for-profit facility ensures residents receive attentive services in a comfortable setting, making it a recommended choice.
- 4 AUSTINTOWN HEALTHCARE CENTER (85) — Austintown Healthcare Center features a solid 5★ CMS rating and a Trust Score of 85/100, indicating high-quality care. This for-profit facility maintains an A grade with zero fines, providing residents with a reliable and compassionate environment for their healthcare needs.
The other 10 Youngstown facilities didn't qualify — 9 carry Grade D or F ratings and 7 have fines totaling $431K.
Recommended
Heritage Manor Jewish Home stands out with a perfect 5★ CMS rating and an impressive Trust Score of 90/100. This non-profit facility focuses on community well-being, offering compassionate care in a supportive environment, all while maintaining an A grade and zero fines.
Shepherd of the Valley-Boardman excels with a 5★ CMS rating and a Trust Score of 90/100, showcasing its commitment to exceptional care. As a non-profit facility, it prioritizes the community's needs, providing a safe and nurturing atmosphere with an A grade and no fines.
Briarfield at Ashley Circle boasts a strong 5★ CMS rating and a Trust Score of 85/100, reflecting its commitment to quality care. With an A grade and no fines, this for-profit facility ensures residents receive attentive services in a comfortable setting, making it a recommended choice.
Austintown Healthcare Center features a solid 5★ CMS rating and a Trust Score of 85/100, indicating high-quality care. This for-profit facility maintains an A grade with zero fines, providing residents with a reliable and compassionate environment for their healthcare needs.
Proceed with Caution
These facilities don't meet our recommendation criteria but may still be viable options.
Also Worth Considering
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Youngstown Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 2.9 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
What Disqualified the Other 10?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Grade F facilities
- 7 Grade F — critical inspection failures
- Facilities with fines
- 7 Have fines totaling $431,477
- Low-scoring facilities
- 2 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
- Caution group
- 1 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions Youngstown 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?"
Youngstown's city average is 2.9 stars
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2
"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
7 of 14 Youngstown facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Youngstown avg is 0 min
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4
"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Youngstown 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 Youngstown, OH are recommended?
4 of 14 nursing homes in Youngstown (29%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Youngstown "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 Youngstown?
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.