Nursing Homes in Kane, Pennsylvania
Kane has 1 Medicare-certified nursing home with 90 beds. The city average CMS rating is 5.0 stars, which is above Pennsylvania's state average of 3.0 stars. 1 facility earns a B grade or better and is recommended for family consideration.
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Facilities graded A or B that meet our quality standards
City Average
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Total Beds
90
across 1 facility
High Risk Facilities
0
0 under CMS review
0 with abuse citations
Nurse Availability
61 min
RN time per resident daily
Meets CMS recommendation
Well Staffed
1
exceed staffing threshold
100% of facility
Zero Fines
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Top Rated in Kane
Lutheran Home At Kane, The
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About Nursing Home Care in Kane
Kane, PA, is a solid market for nursing home care, with limited but commendable options. The standout is Lutheran Home at Kane, which boasts a Grade A rating and an impressive 5-star CMS rating. With no major red flags and a clean record (zero fines), families can feel confident in considering this facility for their loved ones. However, given that this is the only nursing home in Kane, options are limited, and families might want to explore facilities in nearby towns for more variety.
When researching care options, focus on Lutheran Home at Kane as your primary choice. Its strengths include not just the 5-star CMS rating, but also being well-staffed, ensuring residents receive the attention they deserve. Unfortunately, there are no alternative facilities in Kane to consider, which emphasizes the need to look at nearby cities if you want more choices.
In Kane, there are no facilities to avoid, as all options currently have clean records. This is a positive sign for families worried about safety and care quality. Regardless, when visiting any facility, always take the time to meet with staff and ask about their staffing ratios and training procedures to ensure your loved one's needs will be met effectively.
Kane at a Glance
Good News
- • 1 facility with clean records—no fines in 3 years
- • Kane rates better than most Pennsylvania cities
- • 1 community-run facility (non-profit)
- • 1 facility has more nurses than required
Be Aware
- • Always check recent inspection reports before visiting
What's Changing
- → 1 facility stayed the same
- ★ Overall: Kane is stable
Questions Kane 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; Kane avg is 1.02 hrs (61 min)
Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?
1 of 1 Kane 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 Kane, Pennsylvania
Kane, Pennsylvania's Mc Kean County seat, has 1 Medicare-certified nursing homes with approximately 90 beds. Families have good options, with many facilities exceeding state averages.
Kane vs. Pennsylvania: Above Average Quality
Kane nursing homes outperform the state average on key quality metrics. The city's average CMS rating of 5.00 stars exceeds Pennsylvania's statewide average of 3.00 stars by 2.0 stars—a meaningful difference that suggests stronger local standards.
1 of 1 facility earns a B grade or better, giving families good options. While quality is generally high, the overall picture is positive for Kane 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 Kane, 1 facility scores 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 Kane
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.
Kane facilities average 1.02 RN hours per resident day, which meets the CMS-recommended threshold of 0.75 hours. The typical Kane resident receives approximately 61 minutes of RN attention daily—compared to the 45 minutes experts recommend.
1 Kane 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
Kane 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 Pennsylvania cities for additional options. The following Pennsylvania cities offer multiple nursing home options:
- Philadelphia — 47 facilities
- Pittsburgh — 26 facilities
- Erie — 14 facilities
- Lancaster — 10 facilities
- York — 10 facilities
- Scranton — 9 facilities
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes are in Kane, Pennsylvania?
Kane has 1 Medicare-certified nursing home with a total of 90 beds. The city average CMS rating is 5.0 stars, which is above Pennsylvania's state average of 3.0 stars.
What are the best nursing homes in Kane?
Based on our Trust Score analysis of CMS inspection data, the top-rated nursing homes in Kane include:
- • Lutheran Home At Kane, The — Grade A, 90/100 Trust Score
These facilities have strong inspection records and staffing levels.
Which Kane nursing homes should I avoid?
We flag 0 facilities in Kane 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 Kane Nursing Homes
Kane offers above-average nursing home options compared to the rest of the state. Focus your search on the 1 facility graded A or B, particularly those with zero fines and strong staffing.