Cycle 1
Health 2025-05-02 · Fire 2025-05-02
5 health deficiencies
Top issue: Quality of Life and Care (3 deficiencies)
10 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Smoke (5 deficiencies)
Thomasville, GA
Camellia Gardens Of Life Care
3-star overall rating with 3-star inspections with $7,020 in total fines with 5 recent health deficiencies with 10 fire-safety deficiencies in the latest cycle
804 South Broad Street Box 1959, Thomasville, GA
(229) 226-0076
Overall
3 / 5
CMS overall stars
Health inspections
3 / 5
Survey and complaint cycles
Staffing
4 / 5
RN + nurse staffing
Quality measures
4 / 5
Resident outcomes and process measures
Quick facts
Facility snapshot
Beds
83
Certified beds
Average residents
73
Average occupied residents
Ownership
For-Profit
Publicly displayed owner type
Chain
Life Care Centers Of America
Operator or chain grouping
Approved since
1994-05-12
CMS approved date
Coverage
Medicare + Medicaid
Participation flags
Staffing
Hours and turnover
RN hours / resident day
0.59
Registered nurse staffing
LPN hours / resident day
0.76
Licensed practical nurse staffing
Aide hours / resident day
2.12
Nurse aide staffing
Weekend hours
2.88
Weekend nurse staffing
RN turnover
10%
Annual RN turnover
Total nurse turnover
33%
Annual nurse turnover
Quality measures
Resident outcomes and process scores
| Measure | Facility | State | National | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days | 2.0 |
2.2
0.2 pts better
|
1.9
0.1 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
| Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resident days | 1.3 |
2.0
0.7 pts better
|
1.8
0.5 pts better
|
Long Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 98.3% |
91.2%
7.1 pts better
|
93.4%
4.9 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 100.0% |
95.0%
5 pts better
|
95.5%
4.5 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury | 5.9% |
3.2%
2.7 pts worse
|
3.3%
2.6 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms | 3.6% |
9.6%
6 pts better
|
11.4%
7.8 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight | 2.0% |
5.9%
3.9 pts better
|
5.4%
3.4 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication | 16.3% |
20.7%
4.4 pts better
|
19.6%
3.3 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | 13.5% |
21.4%
7.9 pts better
|
16.7%
3.2 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained | 0.0% |
0.1%
0.1 pts better
|
0.1%
0.1 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened | 12.7% |
17.9%
5.2 pts better
|
16.3%
3.6 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased | 11.7% |
16.2%
4.5 pts better
|
14.9%
3.2 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder | 0.0% |
1.1%
1.1 pts better
|
1.0%
1 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection | 0.0% |
2.5%
2.5 pts better
|
1.7%
1.7 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence | 25.7% |
16.1%
9.6 pts worse
|
19.8%
5.9 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | 4.0% |
6.2%
2.2 pts better
|
5.1%
1.1 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 99.0% |
80.4%
18.6 pts better
|
81.7%
17.3 pts better
|
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit | 10.3% |
12.2%
1.9 pts better
|
12.0%
1.7 pts better
|
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication | 1.3% |
2.2%
0.9 pts better
|
1.6%
0.3 pts better
|
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 100.0% |
78.2%
21.8 pts better
|
79.7%
20.3 pts better
|
Short Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursing home admission | 31.1% |
24.2%
6.9 pts worse
|
23.9%
7.2 pts worse
|
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
Survey summary
Recent inspection cycles
Cycle 2
Health 2023-03-16 · Fire 2023-03-16
5 health deficiencies
Top issue: Quality of Life and Care (2 deficiencies)
3 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Smoke (3 deficiencies)
Cycle 3
Health 2022-02-17 · Fire 2022-02-17
1 health deficiencies
Top issue: Quality of Life and Care (1 deficiency)
0 fire-safety deficiencies
No concentrated fire-safety issue counts in this cycle.
Fire safety
Fire-safety citations
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-05-02
E1 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Establish an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).
Corrected 2025-06-13
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-05-02
K223 · Egress Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector.
Corrected 2025-06-13
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-05-02
K341 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility.
Corrected 2025-06-19
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-05-02
K211 · Egress Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
Corrected 2025-06-13
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-05-02
K232 · Egress Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have corridors or aisles that are unobstructed and are at least 8 feet in width.
Corrected 2025-06-13
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-05-02
K353 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Corrected 2025-06-13
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-05-02
K355 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
Corrected 2025-06-13
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-05-02
K920 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Corrected 2025-06-13
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-05-02
K321 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Corrected 2025-06-13
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-05-02
K351 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.
Corrected 2025-06-13
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-03-16
K341 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility.
Corrected 2023-04-14
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-03-16
K353 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Corrected 2023-04-14
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-03-16
K331 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Construct fire resistant interior walls.
Corrected 2023-04-14
Inspection history
Recent health citations
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-05-02
F584 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Health
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Corrected 2025-06-13
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-05-02
F697 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected 2025-06-13
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-05-02
F759 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Health
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Corrected 2025-06-13
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-05-02
F689 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected 2025-06-13
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-05-02
F692 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Corrected 2025-06-13
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-03-16
F584 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Health
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Corrected 2023-04-14
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-03-16
F880 · Infection Control Deficiencies
Health
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected 2023-04-14
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-03-16
F554 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Health
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
Corrected 2023-04-14
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-03-16
F689 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected 2023-04-14
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-03-16
F690 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Corrected 2023-04-14
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-02-17
F684 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected 2022-03-25
Penalties and ownership
What sits behind the stars
$7,020
2025-05-02
Fine
Fine · fine $7,020
Fine
Ownership
Preston, Forrest
5% Or Greater Direct Ownership Interest · Individual
Cross, Cindy
Corporate Officer · Individual
Fenlon, Patrick
Operational/Managerial Control · Individual
Fletcher, Todd
Operational/Managerial Control · Individual
Fletcher, Todd
Corporate Director · Individual
Fletcher, Todd
Corporate Officer · Individual
Henry, Terry
Corporate Officer · Individual
Jackson, Joni
Operational/Managerial Control · Individual
Lay, Lisa
Operational/Managerial Control · Individual
Lay, Lisa
Corporate Director · Individual
Lay, Lisa
Corporate Officer · Individual
Life Care Centers Of America, Inc.
Operational/Managerial Control · Organization
Preston, Aubrey
Operational/Managerial Control · Individual
Preston, Forrest
Operational/Managerial Control · Individual
Preston, Forrest
Corporate Director · Individual
Preston, Forrest
Corporate Officer · Individual
Ricks, Jeffry
Operational/Managerial Control · Individual
Solomon, Jennifer
Operational/Managerial Control · Individual
Swanker, Richard
Operational/Managerial Control · Individual
Swanker, Richard
Corporate Director · Individual
Swanker, Richard
Corporate Officer · Individual
Thurmond, Joan
Corporate Officer · Individual
Ziegler, James
Operational/Managerial Control · Individual
Ziegler, James
Corporate Director · Individual
Ziegler, James
Corporate Officer · Individual
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#3
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