Worth Considering
1
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Brandon, Mississippi
1 of 3 nursing homes in Brandon (33%) meet our strict criteria. The Mississippi statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 1 caution · 1 avoid · data
City Average
3.0
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
390
across 3 facilities
High Risk Facilities
1
1 Grade F
$150,080 in combined fines
Zero Fines
2
/3
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
28 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why This One?
The nursing home market in Brandon, Mississippi, is adequate, with three facilities available, but only one is recommended. Families should be aware that one facility has significant fines totaling $150,080, while Brandon Court stands out with a B+ rating and five stars.
Strong (Grade B+, Trust Score 80-89)
- 1 BRANDON COURT (85) — Brandon Court stands out with an impressive CMS rating of 5★ and a Trust Score of 85/100, reflecting its commitment to high-quality care. With a Grade B+ and no fines, this facility prioritizes resident well-being, making it a reliable choice for families seeking excellent nursing home services.
The other 2 Brandon facilities didn't qualify — 1 carries Grade D or F ratings and 1 has fines totaling $150K.
Recommended
Brandon Court stands out with an impressive CMS rating of 5★ and a Trust Score of 85/100, reflecting its commitment to high-quality care. With a Grade B+ and no fines, this facility prioritizes resident well-being, making it a reliable choice for families seeking excellent nursing home services.
Proceed with Caution
These facilities don't meet our recommendation criteria but may still be viable options.
Emergency Fallback
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Brandon Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.31 | 0.47 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 3.0 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 15 | 24.3 | — |
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
What Disqualified the Other 2?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Grade F facilities
- 1 Grade F — critical inspection failures
- Facilities with fines
- 1 Have fines totaling $150,080
- Low-scoring facilities
- 1 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
- Caution group
- 1 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions Brandon Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
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"What is your current CMS star rating and Trust Score?"
Brandon's city average is 3.0 stars
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2
"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
1 of 3 Brandon facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Brandon avg is 28 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Brandon facilities average 24.3 deficiencies per inspection
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Brandon at a Glance
Good News
- 1 facility meets our strict criteria — 33% of the market
- 2 facilities with zero fines in the past 3 years
Be Aware
- 1 facility carries Grade F — a significant share
- $150K in total fines across 1 facility
- Worst facility has $150K in fines alone
Key Numbers
- Average Trust Score: 46.7 (dragged down by 1 F-grade)
- 67% for-profit, 33% non-profit, 0% government
- 24.3 average deficiencies per facility
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes in Brandon, MS are recommended?
1 of 3 nursing homes in Brandon (33%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Brandon "recommended"?
A facility earns our recommendation when it achieves a Trust Grade of B or better (score of 70+) AND has zero fines in the past three years. This combination indicates consistent quality care and regulatory compliance.
How should I evaluate nursing homes in Brandon?
Look beyond star ratings. Check for recent fines, abuse citations, staffing levels (especially RN hours), and inspection deficiencies. Visit in person during different times of day to observe care quality firsthand.