Nursing Homes in Fincastle, Virginia
Fincastle has 1 Medicare-certified nursing home with 60 beds. The city average CMS rating is 4.0 stars, which is above Virginia's state average of 3.0 stars. 0 facilities earn a B grade or better and are recommended for family consideration.
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Worth Considering
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Facilities graded A or B that meet our quality standards
City Average
+0.99 vs state
Total Beds
60
across 1 facility
High Risk Facilities
0
0 under CMS review
0 with abuse citations
Nurse Availability
88 min
RN time per resident daily
Meets CMS recommendation
Well Staffed
0
exceed staffing threshold
0% of facility
Zero Fines
passed all inspections
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improved vs last year
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Top Rated in Fincastle
Brian Center Of Fincastle
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About Nursing Home Care in Fincastle
In the nursing home market of **Fincastle, VA**, families should proceed with caution. The standout is **Brian Center of Fincastle**, but it has received a troubling **Grade D** rating, indicating significant quality concerns. Overall, the options in Fincastle are limited and do not fully meet the standards families should expect for quality care. While no facilities have major red flags, the lack of strong options means families may want to explore neighboring areas for better alternatives.
Unfortunately, there are no facilities in Fincastle worth recommending. The **Brian Center of Fincastle** does not offer any notable strengths to offset its poor rating, and families are advised to consider looking for care in nearby cities like **Roanoke** or **Lynchburg**, where more facilities may provide better standards of care.
For families looking to make informed choices, it's essential to skip **Brian Center of Fincastle** entirely due to its **Grade D** rating. While it has not incurred any fines, its overall performance raises red flags about the quality of care provided. When visiting any facility, always observe the staff interaction with residents and ask specific questions about care protocols to gauge the environment and quality of service firsthand.
Fincastle at a Glance
Good News
- • Fincastle rates better than most Virginia cities
- • 1 community-run facility (non-profit)
Be Aware
- • Always check recent inspection reports before visiting
What's Changing
- → 1 facility stayed the same
- ★ Overall: Fincastle is stable
Questions Fincastle 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; Fincastle avg is 1.47 hrs (88 min)
Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?
0 of 1 Fincastle 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 Fincastle, Virginia
Fincastle, Virginia's Botetourt County seat, has 1 Medicare-certified nursing homes with approximately 60 beds. Families have good options, with many facilities exceeding state averages.
Fincastle vs. Virginia: Above Average Quality
Fincastle nursing homes outperform the state average on key quality metrics. The city's average CMS rating of 4.00 stars exceeds Virginia's statewide average of 3.01 stars by 1.0 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 Fincastle 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 Fincastle, 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: Meeting Standards in Fincastle
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.
Fincastle facilities average 1.47 RN hours per resident day, which meets the CMS-recommended threshold of 0.75 hours. The typical Fincastle resident receives approximately 88 minutes of RN attention daily—compared to the 45 minutes experts recommend.
0 Fincastle 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
Fincastle 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 Virginia cities for additional options. The following Virginia cities offer multiple nursing home options:
- Richmond — 19 facilities
- Virginia Beach — 14 facilities
- Roanoke — 11 facilities
- Lynchburg — 8 facilities
- Norfolk — 8 facilities
- Charlottesville — 8 facilities
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes are in Fincastle, Virginia?
Fincastle has 1 Medicare-certified nursing home with a total of 60 beds. The city average CMS rating is 4.0 stars, which is above Virginia's state average of 3.0 stars.
What are the best nursing homes in Fincastle?
Based on our Trust Score analysis of CMS inspection data, the top-rated nursing homes in Fincastle include:
- • Brian Center Of Fincastle — Grade D, 48/100 Trust Score
These facilities have strong inspection records and staffing levels.
Which Fincastle nursing homes should I avoid?
We flag 0 facilities in Fincastle 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 Fincastle Nursing Homes
Fincastle 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.