Worth Considering
2
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Media, Pennsylvania
2 of 4 nursing homes in Media (50%) meet our strict criteria. The Pennsylvania statewide average is 29%.
2 recommended · 1 caution · 1 avoid · data
City Average
4.0
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
320
across 4 facilities
High Risk Facilities
1
1 Grade F
$186,393 in combined fines
Zero Fines
2
/4
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
57 min
RN time per resident daily
Meets CMS recommendation
Why These 2?
The nursing home market in Media, Pennsylvania, is adequate, with 50% of the 4 facilities recommended. Families should note that while Willowbrooke Court-Granite has top ratings, there is one facility to avoid due to $34,936 in fines.
Exceptional (Grade A, Trust Score 90+)
- 1 WILLOWBROOKE COURT-GRANITE (90) — Willowbrooke Court-Granite shines with a perfect Trust Score of 90/100 and an excellent CMS rating of 5★. This non-profit facility offers personalized care in a cozy 10-bed environment, reflecting its commitment to community-focused services and patient well-being.
- 2 MONTICELLO HOUSE (90) — Monticello House boasts a stellar Trust Score of 90/100 and an impressive CMS rating of 5★, ensuring high-quality care for its residents. As a non-profit corporation with 86 beds, it emphasizes a strong community focus, providing a supportive and enriching environment for seniors.
The other 2 Media facilities didn't qualify — 1 carries Grade D or F ratings and 2 have fines totaling $186K.
Recommended
Willowbrooke Court-Granite shines with a perfect Trust Score of 90/100 and an excellent CMS rating of 5★. This non-profit facility offers personalized care in a cozy 10-bed environment, reflecting its commitment to community-focused services and patient well-being.
Monticello House boasts a stellar Trust Score of 90/100 and an impressive CMS rating of 5★, ensuring high-quality care for its residents. As a non-profit corporation with 86 beds, it emphasizes a strong community focus, providing a supportive and enriching environment for seniors.
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 | Media Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 1.17 | 0.95 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 4.0 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 7 | 13.3 | — |
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
- 2 Have fines totaling $186,393
- Low-scoring facilities
- 1 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
- Caution group
- 1 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions Media Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
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1
"What is your current CMS star rating and Trust Score?"
Media's city average is 4.0 stars
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2
"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
2 of 4 Media facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Media avg is 57 min
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4
"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Media facilities average 13.3 deficiencies per inspection
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Media at a Glance
Good News
- 2 facilities meet our strict criteria — 50% of the market
- 2 exceptional A-grade facilities with 5-star CMS ratings
- 2 facilities with zero fines in the past 3 years
Be Aware
- 1 facility carries Grade F — a significant share
- $186K in total fines across 2 facilities
- Worst facility has $151K in fines alone
Key Numbers
- Average Trust Score: 61.5 (dragged down by 1 F-grade)
- 25% for-profit, 75% non-profit, 0% government
- 13.3 average deficiencies per facility
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes in Media, PA are recommended?
2 of 4 nursing homes in Media (50%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Media "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 Media?
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.