
Compare Nursing Homes around Sparks
Info below is compiled from CMS reports & the NV Dept. of Health & Human Services, senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.
Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.
| Northern Nevada State Veterans Home | NH MC SNF | Sparks | 96
Facility
96
NV AVG
42
Rank
#66 / 321 |
95.8%
Facility
95.8%
NV AVG
79.4
Rank
#59 / 263 | +21% | 5.66
Facility
5.66
NV AVG
4.03
Rank
#1 / 40 | -2% | +40% | $0
Facility
$0
NV AVG
$34.1k
Rank
#1 / 42 | 57
Facility
57
NV AVG
36.2
Rank
#34 / 42 | 7.1
Facility
7.1
NV AVG
7.1
Rank
#24 / 42 | 1 | 92 | - |
74
Facility
74
NV AVG
45
Rank
#26 / 415 | Avalon Veterans Services, L.l.c | $18.3MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility
$18.3MFiscal year ending 06/2024
NV AVG
$18.7M
Rank
#23 / 42 | $9.3MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility
$9.3MFiscal year ending 06/2024
NV AVG
$6.3M
Rank
#11 / 42 | 50.9%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility
50.9%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
NV AVG
34.9%
Rank
#9 / 42 | 295105 | ||||
| Wingfield Skilled Nursing And Rehabilitation Center | NH SNF | Sparks (Saddlebrook) | 120
Facility
120
NV AVG
42
Rank
#42 / 321 |
94.2%
Facility
94.2%
NV AVG
79.4
Rank
#66 / 263 | +19% | 3.77
Facility
3.77
NV AVG
4.03
Rank
#8 / 40 | +3% | -6% | $75.7k
Facility
$75.7k
NV AVG
$34.1k
Rank
#41 / 42 | 56
Facility
56
NV AVG
36.2
Rank
#33 / 42 | 11.2
Facility
11.2
NV AVG
7.1
Rank
#38 / 42 | 3 | 113 | - |
13
Facility
13
NV AVG
45
Rank
#373 / 415 | - | $14.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
$14.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NV AVG
$18.7M
Rank
#22 / 42 | $7.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
$7.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NV AVG
$6.3M
Rank
#28 / 42 | 50.2%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
50.2%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
NV AVG
34.9%
Rank
#38 / 42 | 295088 | ||||
| Hearthstone of Northern Nevada | NH SNF | Sparks (Baring Boulevard) | 125
Facility
125
NV AVG
42
Rank
#36 / 321 |
89.6%
Facility
89.6%
NV AVG
79.4
Rank
#94 / 263 | +13% | 3.50
Facility
3.50
NV AVG
4.03
Rank
#19 / 40 | -43% | -13% | $48.7k
Facility
$48.7k
NV AVG
$34.1k
Rank
#37 / 42 | 72
Facility
72
NV AVG
36.2
Rank
#39 / 42 | 12.0
Facility
12.0
NV AVG
7.1
Rank
#39 / 42 | 3 | 112 | - |
40
Facility
40
NV AVG
45
Rank
#255 / 415 | - | $11.7M*Fiscal year ending 12/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.
Facility
$11.7M*Fiscal year ending 12/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.
NV AVG
$18.7M
Rank
#32 / 42 | $6.5M*Fiscal year ending 12/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.
Facility
$6.5M*Fiscal year ending 12/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.
NV AVG
$6.3M
Rank
#30 / 42 | 56%*Fiscal year ending 12/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.
Facility
56%*Fiscal year ending 12/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.
NV AVG
34.9%
Rank
#12 / 42 | 295044 |
The Northern Nevada State Veterans Home (NNSVH) redefines the concept of a nursing home veterans would adore. This 102,000 square foot, 96-bed facility prioritizes skilled care in a non-institutional environment. Veterans cherish the privacy of individual rooms, while also having den, living room, and kitchen areas shared with other residents. The “Town Hall” plays a central role, housing facilities like a restaurant, sports bar, therapy gym, beauty/barber shop, and a platform for Veteran Service Organizations.
Overseen by the Nevada Department of Veterans Services and managed by Avalon Health Care Management, NNSVH offers short-term rehabilitation, long-term care, and memory care. Their service model ranges from assistance in daily living to specialized care following hospital stays. Distinctly, their memory care community concentrates on engaging activities for veterans managing dementia. In essence, NNSVH offers a comprehensive approach to caring for America’s veterans.
Located in Sparks, Nevada, Wingfield Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation Center offers dedicated nursing and rehabilitation services. Housing 120 beds, this facility operates round-the-clock, prioritizing health, safety, rehabilitation, and diet. The staff of over 70 members includes Certified Nursing Aids, Registered Nurses, Licensed Vocational Nurses, Dietitians, Physicians, and Social Workers, among others.
High turnover rates are a significant concern in many US nursing home facilities, but Wingfield is committed to change. The center actively invests in employee education, development, and growth. It offers various benefits, educational opportunities, and wellness programs. Under new management, Wingfield aims to support nursing staff to enhance patient care, forecasting remarkable improvements in the coming months.
Standing tall among senior living communities in Sparks, Nevada, Hearthstone of Northern Nevada is renowned for exceptional nursing home care. This community is committed to providing superior care to its residents, particularly when they need it the most. Striking an effective balance between clinical outcomes and social well-being, Hearthstone operates under the principle of prioritizing resident needs, all in a homelike atmosphere.
Hearthstone extends an array of essential services, from certified wound care and skilled nursing care to short-term rehabilitation, long-term care, and varying levels of hospice-respite support, demonstrating an effective and inclusive approach to nursing home care. The community also offers cutting-edge nutritional and culinary support, ensuring residents’ wellbeing extends beyond just medical needs. Engaging with residents at their time of need, Hearthstone of Northern Nevada personifies a commitment to care and compassion.
Hearthstone sits at 1950 Baring Boulevard in Sparks, Nevada, a 125-bed nursing home and skilled nursing facility in one of the more walkable corners of the city. A Walk Score of 78 means most errands, a pharmacy run, a coffee stop, don’t require a car. Right now, 108 of the home’s 125 beds are filled, putting occupancy at 86%.
Total nursing care runs about 3 hours and 30 minutes per resident per day, split across registered nurses (roughly 40 minutes), nurse aides (about 1 hour and 57 minutes), and LPNs or LVNs (around 59 minutes). In-house therapy is offered directly on the property, and 24-hour staffing backs up the rehabilitation services the facility runs. Families paying for care have options too: Hearthstone accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.
Outside of medical care, residents can take part in religious services, a detail that speaks to the kind of daily rhythm the facility supports beyond clinical treatment. Nevada’s Department of Health and Human Services has, through its inspections, tended to focus on staffing and staff credentials, care planning and documentation, and resident rights and protections.
Between the staffing hours, the on-site therapy, and the range of accepted payment types, Hearthstone comes across as a facility set up for residents who need real day-to-day nursing support, whether they’re passing through for rehab or settling in for longer term skilled care.
Ranking Methodology
How we rank these nursing homes
Every nursing home above is evaluated across five weighted categories using CMS data including Care Compare, Payroll-Based Journal, and Medicare Cost Reports.
Weighting overview
- 35%Care Quality
- 20%Staffing
- 20%Regulatory
- 20%Operational
- 5%Environment
01
Care Quality 35%
The largest single share of every ranking. CMS star ratings and quality measures that reflect actual care delivered to residents.
- Includes
- Overall Rating
- Health Inspection
- QM Rating
- Long-Stay QM
- Short-Stay QM
02
Staffing Adequacy 20%
The strongest predictor of resident outcomes. Volume and stability of nursing care, drawn from CMS Payroll-Based Journal.
- Includes
- Nurse Hrs/Res/Day
- RN vs State
- Total Nurse Staff Hrs vs State
- RN Turnover
03
Regulatory & Safety Record 20%
Inspection patterns that star ratings can mask. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.
- Includes
- Citations
- Citations/Inspection
- Severe Citations
- Fines
- Accreditations
04
Operational & Financial Stability 20%
Stable operations and sound finances are leading indicators of consistent care over time.
- Includes
- Occupancy vs State
- Avg Length of Stay
- Revenue
- Payroll %
- Years in Operation
- Admin Tenure
05
Environment & Accessibility 5%
Context that matters to families but doesn't directly measure clinical care. Weighted lower for nursing homes than for assisted or independent living.
- Includes
- Walk Score
- BBB Rating
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Frequently Asked Questions about Nursing Homes in Sparks, NV
What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in Nevada?
Assisted living in Nevada is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.
Does Nevada Medicaid cover nursing home care?
Yes — Nevada Medicaid covers nursing home care for residents who meet income, asset, and medical-need eligibility requirements. Most CMS-certified nursing homes accept Medicaid as a primary payer once long-term-care eligibility is established.
What is nursing home care?
Nursing homes (also called skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses, rehabilitation services, and long-term custodial care for residents with significant health or functional needs.
How many nursing homes are listed on this page?
This page features 4 nursing homes in Sparks, NV. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.
How do I choose the right nursing home in Sparks, NV?
Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Sparks, NV, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.
What should I look for when visiting nursing homes in Sparks, NV?
Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.







