Worth Considering
1
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Sparta, Georgia
1 of 2 nursing homes in Sparta (50%) meet our strict criteria. The Georgia statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 0 caution · 1 avoid · data
City Average
3.0
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
152
across 2 facilities
High Risk Facilities
1
1 Grade F
$13,325 in combined fines
Zero Fines
1
/2
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
25 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why This One?
The nursing home market in Sparta, Georgia, is adequate, with two facilities available and one highly recommended. Families should note that while Sparta Health and Rehabilitation has an excellent rating, there is one facility with significant fines totaling $13,325.
Exceptional (Grade A, Trust Score 90+)
- 1 SPARTA HEALTH AND REHABILITATION (90) — Top-rated 5★ facility with an A grade and zero federal fines. With a Trust Score of 90/100, Sparta Health and Rehabilitation excels in providing patient-centered care, driven by its non-profit status and commitment to community well-being.
The other 1 Sparta facility didn't qualify — 1 carries Grade D or F ratings and 1 has fines totaling $13K.
Recommended
Top-rated 5★ facility with an A grade and zero federal fines. With a Trust Score of 90/100, Sparta Health and Rehabilitation excels in providing patient-centered care, driven by its non-profit status and commitment to community well-being.
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Sparta Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.38 | 0.42 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 3.0 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 8 | 14.0 | — |
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
What Disqualified the Other 1?
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 $13,325
Questions Sparta 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?"
Sparta's city average is 3.0 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
1 of 2 Sparta facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Sparta avg is 25 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Sparta facilities average 14.0 deficiencies per inspection
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Sparta at a Glance
Good News
- 1 facility meets our strict criteria — 50% of the market
- 1 exceptional A-grade facility with 5-star CMS ratings
- 1 facility with zero fines in the past 3 years
Be Aware
- 1 facility carries Grade F — nearly half the market
- $13K in total fines across 1 facility
- Worst facility has $13K in fines alone
Key Numbers
- Average Trust Score: 61.5 (dragged down by 1 F-grade)
- 50% for-profit, 50% non-profit, 0% government
- 14.0 average deficiencies per facility
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes in Sparta, GA are recommended?
1 of 2 nursing homes in Sparta (50%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Sparta "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 Sparta?
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.