Nursing Homes in El Campo, Texas
El Campo has 2 Medicare-certified nursing homes with 207 beds. The city average CMS rating is 3.5 stars, which is above Texas's state average of 2.8 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
+0.71 vs state
Total Beds
207
across 2 facilities
High Risk Facilities
1
0 under CMS review
1 with abuse citations
Nurse Availability
25 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Well Staffed
1
exceed staffing threshold
50% of facilities
Zero Fines
passed all inspections
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Top Rated in El Campo
S.p.j.s.t. Rest Home 3
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S.p.j.s.t. Rest Home 3
★★★★★ · 95/100 · 57 beds
Paradigm At The Prairies
★★★★★ · 9/100 · 150 beds
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About Nursing Home Care in El Campo
When it comes to nursing home care in El Campo, TX, families will find a mixed market. The standout is S.P.J.S.T. Rest Home, which boasts a 5-star CMS rating and an impressive score of 95. While El Campo offers some good options, the limited number of facilities means families will need to be discerning about their choices.
In addition to S.P.J.S.T. Rest Home, families may want to consider visiting nearby cities for more options. However, if you’re strictly looking in El Campo, S.P.J.S.T. Rest Home is the only facility with a clean record and well-staffed environment. Unfortunately, the nursing home landscape here is quite limited, so keep your expectations realistic.
On the other hand, families should avoid Paradigm at the Prairies due to serious issues, including abuse citations and a concerning Grade F rating. To ensure the best experience, always visit the facilities in person and ask probing questions about staff turnover and resident care. Your loved one’s well-being depends on it.
El Campo at a Glance
Good News
- • 1 facility with clean records—no fines in 3 years
- • El Campo rates better than most Texas cities
- • 1 community-run facility (non-profit)
- • 1 facility has more nurses than required
Be Aware
- • 1 facility has serious problems—check before visiting
- • 1 facility with critical staffing shortages
- • Some facilities have less nurse time than recommended
- • 1 facility with abuse citations
What's Changing
- → 2 facilities stayed the same
- ★ Overall: El Campo is stable
Questions El Campo 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; El Campo avg is 0.41 hrs (25 min)
Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?
1 of 2 El Campo facility has zero fines
What were your most recent inspection findings?
Ask for specifics—1 local facility has serious deficiencies
What is your staff-to-resident ratio on weekends?
Weekend staffing often differs from weekday levels
Finding Quality Nursing Home Care in El Campo, Texas
El Campo, Texas's Wharton County seat, has 2 Medicare-certified nursing homes with approximately 207 beds. Families have good options, with many facilities exceeding state averages.
El Campo vs. Texas: Above Average Quality
El Campo nursing homes outperform the state average on key quality metrics. The city's average CMS rating of 3.50 stars exceeds Texas's statewide average of 2.79 stars by 0.7 stars—a meaningful difference that suggests stronger local standards.
1 of 2 facility earns a B grade or better, giving families good options. While 1 facility still warrants caution, the overall picture is positive for El Campo 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 El Campo, 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: A Significant Concern in El Campo
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.
El Campo facilities average 0.41 RN hours per resident day, which falls below the CMS-recommended threshold of 0.75 hours. The typical El Campo resident receives approximately 25 minutes of RN attention daily—compared to the 45 minutes experts recommend.
1 El Campo 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
El Campo has 1 non-profit nursing homes and 1 for-profit facility. 1 of 2 facility is 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 Texas cities for additional options. The following Texas cities offer multiple nursing home options:
- Houston — 61 facilities
- San Antonio — 59 facilities
- Dallas — 35 facilities
- Fort Worth — 30 facilities
- Austin — 25 facilities
- El Paso — 21 facilities
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes are in El Campo, Texas?
El Campo has 2 Medicare-certified nursing homes with a total of 207 beds. The city average CMS rating is 3.5 stars, which is above Texas's state average of 2.8 stars.
What are the best nursing homes in El Campo?
Based on our Trust Score analysis of CMS inspection data, the top-rated nursing homes in El Campo include:
- • S.p.j.s.t. Rest Home 3 — Grade A+, 95/100 Trust Score
- • Paradigm At The Prairies — Grade F, 9/100 Trust Score
These facilities have strong inspection records and staffing levels.
Which El Campo nursing homes should I avoid?
We flag 1 facility in El Campo 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 El Campo Nursing Homes
El Campo 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. Avoid the 1 high-risk facilities flagged in our analysis.