About WATCHFORMOM
Official nursing home inspection records. Factual reporting. No ratings.
Our Mission
WATCHFORMOM makes nursing home inspection records accessible, understandable, and actionable. We analyze official government data to help families, caregivers, and professionals make informed decisions.
What We Do
📊 Data Analysis
We analyze 418,177 inspection records from 14,633 nursing facilities across the United States.
📋 Factual Reporting
We report what official records show. No ratings, no grades, no recommendations.
🔍 Transparency
Every report includes data sources, methodology, and dates. No black boxes.
🔄 Regular Updates
Reports refresh monthly as new inspection data becomes available from CMS.
Data Sources
All data is sourced from public records maintained by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS):
- CMS Nursing Home Inspect — Inspection records via ProPublica
- Medicare.gov — Facility information and certification data
- State Survey Agencies — Inspection details and deficiency citations
Our Methodology
We follow strict standards to ensure accuracy and transparency:
- All data sourced directly from official government records
- No proprietary ratings or scoring systems
- Clear documentation of data sources and dates
- Regular updates as new data becomes available
- Publicly available methodology for all analysis
Important Disclaimer
WATCHFORMOM does not provide ratings, grades, or recommendations regarding nursing home quality.
Our reports present factual information from official inspection records. We do not assess whether a facility is "good" or "bad." We believe families and professionals are best equipped to interpret this information in the context of their specific needs and circumstances.
Always visit facilities in person, speak with staff and residents, and consult with healthcare professionals when making decisions about long-term care.
Contact
For questions about our data or methodology, please contact us at info@watchformom.com