Nursing Homes in Smithville, Texas
Smithville has 1 Medicare-certified nursing home with 120 beds. The city average CMS rating is 3.0 stars, which is at Texas'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
+0.21 vs state
Total Beds
120
across 1 facility
High Risk Facilities
0
0 under CMS review
0 with abuse citations
Nurse Availability
13 min
RN time per resident daily
Below 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 Smithville
Towers Nursing Home
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About Nursing Home Care in Smithville
In SMITHVILLE, TX, families should approach the nursing home market with caution. The standout is Towers Nursing Home, but it unfortunately has a Grade D rating, indicating significant concerns regarding care quality. Overall, the market here is limited, with no facilities fully meeting recommended standards, making it essential to consider options in nearby cities like Bastrop or Elgin for better choices.
Currently, there are no facilities in SMITHVILLE that are recommended for a visit; all options carry some level of concern. Families may want to explore alternatives in Bastrop, where you can find facilities with better ratings and more resources. Keep an eye out for places with a strong track record, such as facilities boasting higher CMS ratings or those with a clean history of fines.
On the flip side, definitely skip Towers Nursing Home due to its Grade D rating, which highlights serious issues in care delivery. It's crucial to be vigilant when visiting any facility; always ask direct questions about staff-to-resident ratios and observe the general atmosphere during your visit. A well-informed approach can help you find the best possible care for your loved ones.
Smithville at a Glance
Good News
- • 1 community-run facility (non-profit)
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: Smithville is stable
Questions Smithville 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; Smithville avg is 0.21 hrs (13 min)
Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?
0 of 1 Smithville 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 Smithville, Texas
Smithville, Texas's Bastrop County seat, has 1 Medicare-certified nursing homes with approximately 120 beds. Families have solid options to choose from.
Smithville vs. Texas: Near State Average
Smithville nursing homes perform near the state average on key quality metrics. The city's average CMS rating of 3.00 stars is close to Texas's statewide average of 2.79 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 Smithville, 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 Smithville
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.
Smithville facilities average 0.21 RN hours per resident day, which falls below the CMS-recommended threshold of 0.75 hours. The typical Smithville resident receives approximately 13 minutes of RN attention daily—compared to the 45 minutes experts recommend.
0 Smithville 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
Smithville has 1 non-profit nursing homes and 0 for-profit facilities. 1 of 1 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 Smithville, Texas?
Smithville has 1 Medicare-certified nursing home with a total of 120 beds. The city average CMS rating is 3.0 stars, which is above Texas's state average of 2.8 stars.
What are the best nursing homes in Smithville?
Based on our Trust Score analysis of CMS inspection data, the top-rated nursing homes in Smithville include:
- • Towers Nursing Home — Grade D, 46/100 Trust Score
These facilities have strong inspection records and staffing levels.
Which Smithville nursing homes should I avoid?
We flag 0 facilities in Smithville 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 Smithville Nursing Homes
Smithville 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.