Nursing Homes in Benton, Kentucky
Benton has 1 Medicare-certified nursing home with 96 beds. The city average CMS rating is 3.0 stars, which is at Kentucky's state average of 2.8 stars. 0 facilities earn a B grade or better and are recommended for family consideration.
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Worth Considering
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Facilities graded A or B that meet our quality standards
City Average
+0.18 vs state
Total Beds
96
across 1 facility
High Risk Facilities
0
0 under CMS review
0 with abuse citations
Nurse Availability
47 min
RN time per resident daily
Meets CMS recommendation
Well Staffed
0
exceed staffing threshold
0% of facility
Zero Fines
passed all inspections
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Trend
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improved vs last year
0 declined
Top Rated in Benton
Lake Way Rehabilitation And Healthcare Center
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About Nursing Home Care in Benton
When it comes to nursing home care in Benton, KY, families should proceed with caution. The standout is Lake Way Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center, but unfortunately, it has a troubling Grade F rating, indicating serious issues with care quality. Overall, the market in Benton is concerning, with no facilities fully meeting adequate standards for care.
Given the lack of reliable options in Benton, families should consider looking to nearby cities for better alternatives. For instance, Brookdale Paducah in Paducah, just a short drive away, is worth a visit, boasting a 4-star CMS rating and a more favorable reputation. Another option is Parkview Nursing & Rehabilitation Center in Paducah, which has shown improvements and positive feedback from families regarding staff attentiveness. However, it's critical to visit these facilities and assess them yourself.
On the flip side, families should definitely skip Lake Way Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center due to its Grade F rating, which highlights significant deficiencies in care. Additionally, the facility's lack of transparency regarding staffing and care practices raises further red flags. When visiting any nursing home, always ask about staff-to-resident ratios and seek out reviews from other families to get a clearer picture of the environment.
Benton at a Glance
Good News
- • 0 facilities meet quality standards (B grade or better)
Be Aware
- • Always check recent inspection reports before visiting
What's Changing
- → 1 facility stayed the same
- ★ Overall: Benton is stable
Questions Benton Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?
CMS recommends 0.75 hrs; Benton avg is 0.79 hrs (47 min)
Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?
0 of 1 Benton facilities have zero fines
What were your most recent inspection findings?
Ask for specifics—0 local facilities have serious deficiencies
What is your staff-to-resident ratio on weekends?
Weekend staffing often differs from weekday levels
Finding Quality Nursing Home Care in Benton, Kentucky
Benton, Kentucky's Marshall County seat, has 1 Medicare-certified nursing homes with approximately 96 beds. Families have solid options to choose from.
Benton vs. Kentucky: Near State Average
Benton nursing homes perform near the state average on key quality metrics. The city's average CMS rating of 3.00 stars is close to Kentucky's statewide average of 2.82 stars.
0 of 1 facilities earn a B grade or better. Families should still research carefully, as quality varies by facility.
Understanding Our Trust Score System
The Trust Score is a 0-100 rating calculated from CMS's official nursing home database. The score combines five data categories:
- Health Inspection Results — Recent deficiencies, their severity, and patterns over time
- Staffing Levels — RN hours, total nursing hours, and weekend staffing
- Quality Measures — Clinical outcomes like falls, pressure ulcers, and rehospitalizations
- Penalties — Fines, payment denials, and enforcement actions
- Complaints — Substantiated complaints and their severity
In Benton, 0 facilities score a B grade or better, indicating they meet quality benchmarks across these categories. We recommend families prioritize these facilities and carefully research any facility rated C or below before visiting.
Staffing: Meeting Standards in Benton
Staffing levels are among the most important predictors of nursing home quality. Research consistently shows that facilities with more nursing staff—especially registered nurses—have better outcomes for residents.
Benton facilities average 0.79 RN hours per resident day, which meets the CMS-recommended threshold of 0.75 hours. The typical Benton resident receives approximately 47 minutes of RN attention daily—compared to the 45 minutes experts recommend.
0 Benton facilities exceed CMS staffing recommendations. Families prioritizing staffing should look for facilities with the "Top Staffing" badge and ask specifically about RN hours during facility visits.
Ownership: An All For-Profit Market
Benton has no non-profit nursing homes—all 1 facility with reported ownership data are for-profit operations. 1 of 1 facility is chain-owned, meaning these facilities are part of larger corporate systems rather than independently operated.
Research suggests non-profit facilities often have higher staffing levels and fewer deficiencies on average. The absence of non-profit options in Benton may be worth noting. Families seeking non-profit care should consider facilities in surrounding areas.
Ownership type alone does not guarantee quality. Several for-profit facilities in Benton perform well. Families should evaluate each facility individually using inspection data, staffing levels, and recent deficiency reports rather than ownership type alone.
Nearby Alternatives Worth Considering
Families may also want to consider nearby Kentucky cities for additional options. The following Kentucky cities offer multiple nursing home options:
- Louisville — 36 facilities
- Lexington — 13 facilities
- Owensboro — 7 facilities
- Glasgow — 6 facilities
- Bowling Green — 6 facilities
- Elizabethtown — 5 facilities
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes are in Benton, Kentucky?
Benton has 1 Medicare-certified nursing home with a total of 96 beds. The city average CMS rating is 3.0 stars, which is above Kentucky's state average of 2.8 stars.
What are the best nursing homes in Benton?
Based on our Trust Score analysis of CMS inspection data, the top-rated nursing homes in Benton include:
- • Lake Way Rehabilitation And Healthcare Center — Grade F, 29/100 Trust Score
These facilities have strong inspection records and staffing levels.
Which Benton nursing homes should I avoid?
We flag 0 facilities in Benton as high-risk based on patterns of serious deficiencies, substantial fines, or placement on CMS's Special Focus Facility list. These facilities are marked with warning indicators in our listings above.
We recommend avoiding facilities with: Grade D or F, recent "Immediate Jeopardy" citations (indicating serious harm or risk to residents), or those on CMS's Special Focus Facility list.
The Bottom Line on Benton Nursing Homes
Benton offers typical nursing home options for the state. Focus your search on the 0 facilities graded A or B, particularly those with zero fines and strong staffing.