Nursing Homes in Lockwood, Missouri
Lockwood has 1 Medicare-certified nursing home with 69 beds. The city average CMS rating is 3.0 stars, which is above Missouri's state average of 2.5 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
+0.52 vs state
Total Beds
69
across 1 facility
High Risk Facilities
0
0 under CMS review
0 with abuse citations
Nurse Availability
33 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
0
improved vs last year
0 declined
Top Rated in Lockwood
Good Shepherd Community Care And Rehabilitation
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About Nursing Home Care in Lockwood
In LOCKWOOD, MO, families should approach nursing home options with caution. The standout is Good Shepherd Nursing Home, which, while it doesn't shine like a 5-star facility, offers a decent level of care with no major red flags. However, the overall market for nursing home care in LOCKWOOD is quite limited, with only one facility available, making it essential for families to consider nearby cities like Lamar or Springfield for better options.
If you're set on LOCKWOOD, check out Good Shepherd Nursing Home. They have a clean record with zero fines in the last three years, which is a promising sign of quality care. While there are no other facilities in the area to compare, visiting nearby cities could yield better alternatives, especially if you're looking for a wider range of services and amenities.
There are no facilities in LOCKWOOD that should be outright avoided due to major concerns like abuse citations or significant fines. Instead, families should focus on visiting Good Shepherd Nursing Home and assessing its environment and staff. A practical tip: when visiting any nursing home, make sure to observe interactions between staff and residents, as this can give you a real sense of the facility's culture and care quality.
Lockwood at a Glance
Good News
- • Lockwood rates better than most Missouri cities
- • 1 community-run facility (non-profit)
- • 1 facility has more nurses than required
Be Aware
- • Some facilities have less nurse time than recommended
What's Changing
- → 1 facility stayed the same
- ★ Overall: Lockwood is stable
Questions Lockwood 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; Lockwood avg is 0.55 hrs (33 min)
Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?
0 of 1 Lockwood 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 Lockwood, Missouri
Lockwood, Missouri's Dade County seat, has 1 Medicare-certified nursing homes with approximately 69 beds. Families have good options, with many facilities exceeding state averages.
Lockwood vs. Missouri: Above Average Quality
Lockwood nursing homes outperform the state average on key quality metrics. The city's average CMS rating of 3.00 stars exceeds Missouri's statewide average of 2.48 stars by 0.5 stars—a meaningful difference that suggests stronger local standards.
0 of 1 facilities earn a B grade or better, giving families good options. While quality is generally high, the overall picture is positive for Lockwood families.
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 Lockwood, 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 Lockwood
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.
Lockwood facilities average 0.55 RN hours per resident day, which falls below the CMS-recommended threshold of 0.75 hours. The typical Lockwood resident receives approximately 33 minutes of RN attention daily—compared to the 45 minutes experts recommend.
1 Lockwood 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: Mix of For-Profit and Non-Profit
Lockwood has 1 non-profit nursing homes and 0 for-profit facilities. 0 of 1 facilities are chain-owned, with the remainder independently operated.
Research suggests non-profit facilities often have higher staffing levels and fewer deficiencies on average, though ownership type alone does not guarantee quality. Families should evaluate each facility individually using inspection data, staffing levels, and recent deficiency reports.
Nearby Alternatives Worth Considering
Families may also want to consider nearby Missouri cities for additional options. The following Missouri cities offer multiple nursing home options:
- Saint Louis — 35 facilities
- Kansas City — 23 facilities
- Springfield — 17 facilities
- Independence — 9 facilities
- Florissant — 9 facilities
- Jefferson City — 8 facilities
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes are in Lockwood, Missouri?
Lockwood has 1 Medicare-certified nursing home with a total of 69 beds. The city average CMS rating is 3.0 stars, which is above Missouri's state average of 2.5 stars.
What are the best nursing homes in Lockwood?
Based on our Trust Score analysis of CMS inspection data, the top-rated nursing homes in Lockwood include:
- • Good Shepherd Community Care And Rehabilitation — Grade C+, 66/100 Trust Score
These facilities have strong inspection records and staffing levels.
Which Lockwood nursing homes should I avoid?
We flag 0 facilities in Lockwood 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 Lockwood Nursing Homes
Lockwood offers above-average nursing home options compared to the rest of the state. Focus your search on the 0 facilities graded A or B, particularly those with zero fines and strong staffing.