Cedar Valley Nursing & Rehabilitation Center

Memory Care in Cedartown

CMS overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Cedar Valley Nursing & Rehabilitation Center

Memory Care in Cedartown

CMS overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.

Overview of Cedar Valley Nursing & Rehabilitation Center

Cedar Valley Nursing & Rehabilitation, located in Cedartown, GA, is a skilled nursing facility offering multiple healthcare services from rehabilitation, long-term care, skilled nursing, and memory care services. Cedar Valley’s innovative memory care program creates positive results through an approach that uses music, art, mindfulness, and cognitive therapy, providing cognitive stimulation and slowing the progression of dementia.

Long-term care residents or Cedar Valley are provided 24/7 medical care from professionally trained staff or geriatric nursing specialists. Additionally, they are provided assistance with medication management, and activities of daily living such as bathing and dressing. They also offer diabetes management with specialized diet plants.

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
5/5 ▲ 2.4 Georgia average: 2.6/5
Health Inspection Info Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
5/5 ▲ 2.3 Georgia average: 2.7/5
Staffing Info Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
2/5 ▼ 0.3 Georgia average: 2.3/5
Quality Measures Info Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
2/5 ▼ 1.0 Georgia average: 3.0/5

Staffing hours breakdown

Info Daily nursing hours per resident by staff type, reported to CMS. Higher is generally better — compare this facility to state and national averages to see where staffing stands.

Hours per resident per day — compared to Georgia state averages

Total nursing care / resident Info Total adjusted nursing hours per resident per day, combining RN, LPN, and aide time. CMS adjusts this for case-mix so facilities can be fairly compared.
3h 34m per day
This facility Georgia avg (3h 37m per day)
vs Georgia avg
-1%

4 of 5 metrics below state avg

Standout metric Total Nursing (Weekend) is +6% above state avg
Staff typeHours / dayvs state avg
Registered Nurse (RN) Info RNs hold the highest nursing license and can assess residents, interpret test results, and direct care plans. More RN hours per day often signals stronger clinical oversight and faster response to health changes. 13m per day ▼ 57% State avg: 30m per day · National avg: 41m per day
Nurse Aide Info Certified Nurse Aides (CNAs) provide the most direct day-to-day assistance: bathing, dressing, feeding, and mobility. Nurse aide hours are typically the largest staffing category and directly affect residents' quality of life. 2h 2m per day ▼ 5% State avg: 2h 9m per day · National avg: 2h 21m per day
Total Nursing (Weekend) Info Combined nursing hours (RN + LPN + Nurse Aide) per resident per day on weekends. Staffing often drops on weekends — this figure reveals whether the facility maintains adequate coverage outside of weekday hours. 3h 17m per day ▲ 6% State avg: 3h 6m per day · National avg: 3h 26m per day
Physical Therapist Info Hours per resident per day provided by licensed Physical Therapists (PTs) or PT Assistants. PT services help residents recover mobility after injury or illness and are especially important for post-acute (short-stay) rehabilitation. 1m per day ▼ 67% State avg: 3m per day · National avg: 4m per day
RN (Weekend) Info Registered nurse hours specifically on weekends. Facilities sometimes reduce RN presence on Saturdays and Sundays — a low weekend RN figure compared to weekday hours can indicate reduced clinical oversight when most administrative staff are absent. 11m per day ▼ 45% State avg: 20m per day · National avg: 29m per day

Capacity and availability

Medium-capacity home

Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.

Total beds 100
Avg. Length of Stay
259 days

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Mostly short-term rehab stays

Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.

Might be optimal for
Short stays Recovery Medicare-covered care

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

63% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 1 - 2 months

Private pay

36% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 5 months

Medicaid

1% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 48 - 49 years

Finances and operations

Privately-owned community
Home revenue
$11.4M
Operating loss
-$785.0K
Privately-owned community
Home revenue
$11.4M
Operating loss
-$785.0K
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$2.1M
18.5% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$10.0M
Total costs $12.1M
Bed community size
100-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Years in operation
54 years in operation
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 63 / 100
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
78%
In line with Georgia average
Occupied beds
78 / 100
Average residents 88 per day

License Details

Facility TypeNursing Home
StatusSnf/nf Dual Cert
IssuanceAugust 6, 1971
CountyPolk

Ownership & Operating Entity

Cedar Valley Nursing & Rehabilitation Center is administrated by Ms RHONDA BLANKENSHIP.

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Rehabilitation Services

Staffing & Medical

4 services
Nursing Services
Skilled Nursing
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Services

1 service
Rehabilitation

Amenities & Lifestyle

9 amenities
Beautiful Environments
Enrichment And Social Programs
Daily Activities And Events
On-Site Therapy Center
Complimentary In-Room Cable
Family Gathering Areas
Landscaped Grounds And Courtyards
Beauty Salon/Barbershop
Social Services And Family Education
Specific ProgramsAdvanced Rehabilitation, Skilled Nursing, Long-Term Care, Specialty Clinical Programs, Memory Care, Resident Care/Concierge Program, Hotel-Style Accommodations, Therapeutic Activities, Patient Resources, Admissions

Dining & Nutrition

Food DescriptionRestaurant-style dining with fresh, nutritious meals prepared by a five-star chef.
Meals IncludedYes
Meal ScheduleBreakfast 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM; Lunch 1 PM; Dinner 4:30 PM - 6 PM

Types of Care at Cedar Valley Nursing & Rehabilitation Center

Skilled Nursing Memory Care Assisted Living

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Inspection History

In Georgia, the Department of Community Health, Healthcare Facility Regulation Division conducts unannounced inspections to ensure facilities adhere to state health and safety requirements.

29 visits/inspections Info Inspections are mandatory, regular evaluations conducted by state health departments or regulatory agencies. They ensure the community provides safe, compliant care, covering areas like resident health, staff and management.

Georgia average: 15 visits/inspections

Latest inspection

Date August 14, 2025
Annual Inspection

27 deficiencies

Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.

Georgia average: 21 deficiencies

Inspection Report Summary for Cedar Valley Nursing & Rehabilitation Center

The most recent inspection on April 12, 2025, found no deficiencies despite substantiating several complaints. Earlier inspections showed a mixed record, with prior surveys citing deficiencies related mainly to environmental maintenance issues such as dirty air conditioner filters and malfunctioning light switches, as well as life safety concerns including emergency lighting, sprinkler system maintenance, and oxygen cylinder storage. Complaint investigations were mostly substantiated but did not result in cited deficiencies, and enforcement actions such as fines or license suspensions were not listed in the available reports. Prior follow-up and revisit surveys confirmed correction of previously cited deficiencies. The overall trend suggests improvement, with the facility addressing earlier issues and recent inspections showing compliance.

Health Inspection History

Inspections
Total health inspections 3

Georgia average 3.4


Last Health inspection on Aug 2025

Total health citations 3

Georgia average 16.6

Citations per inspection
1

Georgia average 4.68


Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.

All 3 citations resulted from standard inspections.

Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations More info 0
100% better than Georgia average

Georgia average: 0.7


Serious Health citations More info 0
100% better than Georgia average

Georgia average: 0.5

0 critical citations More info Georgia average: 0.7

0 serious citations More info Georgia average: 0.5

3 moderate citations More info Georgia average: 15.2

0 minor citations More info Georgia average: 0.2
Citations history (last 3 years)
Care Planning moderate citation Info Issues related to creating and updating personalized care plans for residents based on their needs and conditions. Aug 14, 2025
Corrected

Resident Rights moderate citation Info Issues related to resident's rights, including dignity, privacy, and the ability to make decisions about their care. Feb 22, 2024
Corrected

Environmental moderate citation Info Issues related to building safety, cleanliness, maintenance, and overall living conditions. Apr 07, 2022
Corrected

Compare Memory Care around Cedartown The information below is reported by the Georgia Department of Community Health, Healthcare Facility Regulation Division.

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Cedar Valley Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

Cedartown100No 63 -54-Ms Rhonda Blankenship2927
Big Springs Village Assisted Living and Memory Care
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Cedartown50Yes 54 -3-Ms Stephanie Reece70

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Community Care Services Program

Georgia Medicaid CCSP

Age 65+ or disabled
General Georgia resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
GA

High rural demand; waitlists possible.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Adult day care (~$75/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Meals

Respite Care Program

Georgia NFCSP Respite

Age Caregiver of someone 60+ (or with dementia)
General Georgia resident.
Income Limits No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
Asset Limits Not applicable.
GA

Focus on metro and rural balance.

Benefits
In-home aide (4-6 hours/day) Adult day care (~$75/day) Facility stay (up to 5 days)

Home and Community Services (HCS)

Georgia Home and Community Services (Non-Medicaid)

Age 60+
General Georgia resident, functionally impaired, at risk of nursing home placement.
Income Limits (2025) No strict limit; prioritizes ~$41,000/year; cost-sharing for higher incomes.
Asset Limits Not specified; need-based.
GA

Non-Medicaid; AAA-managed.

Benefits
Personal care (4-6 hours/day) Homemaker Adult day care ($80/day) Respite (~5 days/year)

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Georgia Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General Georgia resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI).
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
GA

Three tiers; entitlement benefit.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

Georgia Medicaid PACE

Age 55+
General Georgia resident, nursing home-level care need, safe with PACE support.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
GA

Limited areas (e.g., Macon, Augusta).

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Medical care Meals Transportation Therapy

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Georgia SCSEP (Federally Funded, State-Administered)

Age 55+
General unemployed, low-income, Georgia resident.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,983/month 125% FPL
Asset Limits Not specified; income-focused.
GA

~1,200 slots; prioritizes veterans, rural residents.

Benefits
Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour) Job placement

SOURCE (Service Options Using Resources in a Community Environment)

Georgia Medicaid SOURCE Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General Georgia resident, Medicaid-eligible, frail but not necessarily nursing home-level.
Income Limits (2025) ~$914/month (SSI level); QIT allowed.
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
GA

Enhanced primary care model; statewide via 12 sites.

Benefits
Personal care (4-6 hours/day) Case management Adult day health ($80/day) Respite (limited)

Optional State Supplementation (OSS)

Georgia Optional State Supplementation

Age 65+ or disabled
General Georgia resident, in approved facility, low-income/SSI recipient.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,004/month including SSI
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
GA

~$20-$489/month based on facility type.

Benefits
Cash (~$20-$489/month) for room/board in personal care homes

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Address 0.3 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Cedartown's city center to Cedar Valley Nursing & Rehabilitation Center's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 16.69 miles to nearest hospital (Redmond Medical Group East)

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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)

This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.

Total staff 222
Employees 207
Contractors 15
Staff to resident ratio 2.61:1
80% better than Georgia average

Georgia average ratio: 1.45:1

Avg staff/day 39
Average shift 8.6 hours
0% compared with Georgia average

Georgia average: 8.3 hours

Total staff hours (quarter) 30,614
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse

Manages medical care and health needs.

Total count 24
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.8 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

Total count 55
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 9.5 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

Total count 118
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 8.5 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Contractor staffing

Total hours from contractors

5.2%

1,598 contractor hours this quarter

Physical Therapy Aide: 5 Physical Therapy Assistant: 3 Speech Language Pathologist: 3 Respiratory Therapy Technician: 2 Qualified Social Worker: 2
Staff by category
Certified Nursing Assistant118011815,74691100%8.5
Licensed Practical Nurse550558,71991100%9.5
Registered Nurse240241,1608189%7.8
Mental Health Service Worker2021,0146571%8.4
Dietitian1016726976%9.7
Physical Therapy Aide0555727077%7.9
Speech Language Pathologist0335716976%8.2
Other Dietary Services Staff1015296470%8.3
Nurse Practitioner2024725965%8
Administrator2024405560%8
Clinical Nurse Specialist2022663235%8.3
Qualified Social Worker0221913538%5.5
Respiratory Therapy Technician0221735662%2.8
Physical Therapy Assistant033913336%2.7
118 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
55 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 100%
24 Registered Nurse
% of Days 89%
2 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days 71%
1 Dietitian
% of Days 76%
5 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days 77%
3 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days 76%
1 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days 70%
2 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days 65%
2 Administrator
% of Days 60%
2 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days 35%
2 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days 38%
2 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days 62%
3 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days 36%

Facility Characteristics

Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total residents 85
Medicare
17
20% of residents
Medicaid
42
49.4% of residents
Private pay or other
26
30.6% of residents
Programs & Services
Residents Group

Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities

Active Resident Council

Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.

Quality of care over time

These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.

High-risk clinical events score Info A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline. 16.9
65% worse than Georgia average

Georgia average: 10.3

Functional decline score Info A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence. 31.4
81% worse than Georgia average

Georgia average: 17.4

Long-stay resident measures
Below average Georgia avg: 3.3 Info CMS star rating based on long-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = significantly above average, 1 star = significantly below average.
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 23.0%
36% worse than Georgia average

Georgia average: 16.8%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 43.2%
123% worse than Georgia average

Georgia average: 19.4%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 28.1%
75% worse than Georgia average

Georgia average: 16.1%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 3.2%
In line with Georgia average

Georgia average: 3.2%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 6.7%
6% worse than Georgia average

Georgia average: 6.3%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 2.9%
15% worse than Georgia average

Georgia average: 2.5%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 8.4%
40% worse than Georgia average

Georgia average: 6.0%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 1.9%
78% better than Georgia average

Georgia average: 8.7%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 21.0%
10% worse than Georgia average

Georgia average: 19.1%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 94.7%
In line with Georgia average

Georgia average: 91.5%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 98.8%
In line with Georgia average

Georgia average: 95.0%

Hospitalizations per 1,000 days Info Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days. 1.67
23% better than Georgia average

Georgia average: 2.18

ED visits per 1,000 days Info Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days. 0.98
50% better than Georgia average

Georgia average: 1.97

Short-stay resident measures
Average Georgia avg: 2.4 Info CMS star rating based on short-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = much above average, 1 star = much below average.
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 74.5%
8% worse than Georgia average

Georgia average: 80.6%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 2.1%
6% better than Georgia average

Georgia average: 2.2%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 87.5%
12% better than Georgia average

Georgia average: 78.2%

Re-hospitalized after SNF stay Info Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission. 23.3%
In line with Georgia average

Georgia average: 24.2%

Emergency department visits Info Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit. 7.2%
41% better than Georgia average

Georgia average: 12.2%

Falls with major injury Info Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay. 0.0%
100% better than Georgia average

Georgia average: 0.8%

Ability to care for self at discharge Info Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge. 28.9%
46% worse than Georgia average

Georgia average: 53.7%

Successful return to home or community Info Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility. 46.9%
7% worse than Georgia average

Georgia average: 50.6%

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