Nursing Homes in Salem, Kentucky
Salem has 1 Medicare-certified nursing home with 75 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
0
Facilities graded A or B that meet our quality standards
City Average
+0.18 vs state
Total Beds
75
across 1 facility
High Risk Facilities
0
0 under CMS review
0 with abuse citations
Nurse Availability
29 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Well Staffed
1
exceed staffing threshold
100% 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 Salem
Salem Springlake Health & Rehabilitation Center
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About Nursing Home Care in Salem
When it comes to nursing home care in Salem, KY, families should proceed with caution. The standout is Salem Springlake Health & Rehabilitation Center, but with a disappointing Grade D, this facility does not meet the standards families should expect. Overall, Salem presents limited options for quality nursing home care, making it a concerning market for families seeking the best for their loved ones.
Unfortunately, there are no recommended facilities in Salem. Given the lack of solid options, it's advisable to explore nursing homes in nearby cities. While Salem Springlake Health & Rehabilitation Center has a clean record with zero fines, its overall rating reflects concerning care standards. Families looking for higher quality should consider visiting facilities in surrounding areas where more options may lead to better outcomes.
On the other hand, families should definitely skip Salem Springlake Health & Rehabilitation Center. Its Grade D rating indicates significant issues that could impact the quality of care your loved one receives. Additionally, it’s a for-profit facility, which often raises concerns about prioritizing profit over patient care. When visiting any facility, make sure to speak with current residents and their families to get an honest feel for the environment and care provided.
Salem at a Glance
Good News
- • 1 facility with clean records—no fines in 3 years
- • 1 facility has more nurses than required
Be Aware
- • 1 facility with critical staffing shortages
- • Some facilities have less nurse time than recommended
What's Changing
- → 1 facility stayed the same
- ★ Overall: Salem is stable
Questions Salem 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; Salem avg is 0.49 hrs (29 min)
Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?
1 of 1 Salem facility has 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 Salem, Kentucky
Salem, Kentucky's Livingston County seat, has 1 Medicare-certified nursing homes with approximately 75 beds. Families have solid options to choose from.
Salem vs. Kentucky: Near State Average
Salem 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 Salem, 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: A Significant Concern in Salem
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.
Salem facilities average 0.49 RN hours per resident day, which falls below the CMS-recommended threshold of 0.75 hours. The typical Salem resident receives approximately 29 minutes of RN attention daily—compared to the 45 minutes experts recommend.
1 Salem 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
Salem 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 Salem 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 Salem 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 Salem, Kentucky?
Salem has 1 Medicare-certified nursing home with a total of 75 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 Salem?
Based on our Trust Score analysis of CMS inspection data, the top-rated nursing homes in Salem include:
- • Salem Springlake Health & Rehabilitation Center — Grade D, 45/100 Trust Score
These facilities have strong inspection records and staffing levels.
Which Salem nursing homes should I avoid?
We flag 0 facilities in Salem 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 Salem Nursing Homes
Salem 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.