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The Nichols Center

The Nichols Center is a Nursing Home in Mississippi

The Nichols Center is a Nursing Home in Mississippi

The Nichols Center

1308 Highway 51 North, Madison, MS 39110 View Map

The Nichols Center is a Nursing Home in Mississippi

The Nichols Center is a Nursing Home in Mississippi

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Overview of The Nichols Center

Live to your potential at The Nichols Center, a distinct nursing home in Madison, MS, that offers long-term care and short-term rehabilitation. With its comprehensive care options, residents receive the right care for their unique needs around the clock. Therapy services, including physical, occupational, and speech therapy are also provided to enhance residents’ living experiences.

Focusing on residents’ holistic wellness, recreational activities and enriching programs are conducted based on their interests. Well-balanced dining options are also served to meet residents’ dietary needs and preferences. This nursing home is ideal for those needing assistance to make the most of their best years.

(601) 853-4343
(601) 853-4343

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Nurse hours per resident 5.12/day
Overall rating Info Official CMS rating based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
4/5
Health Inspection Info Official CMS rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
4/5
Staffing Info Official CMS rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
4/5
Quality Measures Info Official CMS rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
2/5

Capacity and availability

Smaller home

May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Total beds 60

This home usually has limited availability

Occupancy is moderate, suggesting balanced demand.

Similar demand to the Mississippi average
Occupancy rate 94.3%
Residents per day (avg) 56
Occupancy rate
94.3%
Residents per day (avg)
56

Who this home usually serves

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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
How we assess these insights Show admissions and discharges

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

60% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 1 - 2 months

Private pay

40% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 1 - 2 months

Medicaid

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

Typical stay 10 years

Finances and operations

Proprietary home
Partnership
Home revenue
$10.1M
Operating loss
-$410.9K
Proprietary home Partnership
Home revenue
$10,073,178.00
Operating loss
$-410,871.00
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$3.3M
33.2% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$7.1M
Total costs $10.5M

This home is administrated by Lisha Woodard.

This home is owned by Burns, Sharon

Certified by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services authority — CMS Certification Number: 255304

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Bed community size
60-bed community
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 6 / 100
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

About this community

Facility Type
Nursing Home Facility

Additional licensing details

County: Madison

Ownership & operating entity

The Nichols Center is legally operated by NC Leasing, LLC, and administrated by Lisha Woodard.

Care Services

Provides Assisted Living
Offers Alzheimer's Care

What does this home offer?

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Accept Medicaid: Yes

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On-site Medical Care and Health Services

Types of Care at The Nichols Center

Nursing Home
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Access & Eligibility

Ways to qualify for care at this community, including accepted programs and payment options.

Medicaid Accepted

This facility is certified for eligible Medicaid services.

Medicare Accepted

This facility is certified for eligible Medicare services.

Payment & Funding Options

Medicaid Medicare

Inspection History

In Mississippi, the State Department of Health, Bureau of Health Facilities Licensure conducts unannounced surveys to monitor facility compliance with health, safety, and resident rights laws.

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Address 1.7 miles from city center

Address 1308 Highway 51 North, Madison, MS 39110

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Staffing Data

Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)

106
Total Staff
85
Employees
21
Contractors
27,758
Total Hours (Quarter)
39
Avg Staff/Day
7.8
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
Role ⓘCount ⓘAvg Shift (hrs) ⓘUses Contractors? ⓘ
Registered Nurse128 No
Licensed Practical Nurse177.7 No
Certified Nursing Assistant487.6 No
Staff by Category
Administration ⓘ
1 staff
8hs shift avg
Nursing Staff ⓘ
78 staff
7.6hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners ⓘ
3 staff
8.4hs shift avg
Therapy Services ⓘ
18 staff
8.1hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation ⓘ
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Social Services ⓘ
3 staff
8.2hs shift avg
Dietary Services ⓘ
2 staff
7.2hs shift avg
Other Services ⓘ
1 staff
8.2hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
12.4%
of total hours from contractors
3,454 contractor hours this quarter
Speech Language Pathologist: 7 Physical Therapy Aide: 2 Respiratory Therapy Technician: 6 Physical Therapy Assistant: 3 Qualified Social Worker: 3
Role ⓘEmployees ⓘContractors ⓘTotal Staff ⓘTotal Hours ⓘDays Worked ⓘ% of Days ⓘAvg Shift (hrs) ⓘ
Certified Nursing Assistant4804812,81791100%7.6
Licensed Practical Nurse170175,26091100%7.7
Registered Nurse120122,26991100%8
Speech Language Pathologist0771,3298593%9.7
Clinical Nurse Specialist2021,0426470%8.5
Other Dietary Services Staff2029979099%7.2
Physical Therapy Aide0228897684%9
Qualified Social Worker0335256470%8.2
Mental Health Service Worker1015246470%8.2
Physical Therapy Assistant0335226369%7.8
Administrator1015206571%8
Nurse Practitioner1014715763%8.3
RN Director of Nursing1014055257%7.8
Respiratory Therapy Technician0661905560%3.2
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Health Inspection History

Source: CMS Health Citations (Dec 2019 – Oct 2025)

5
Inspections
12
Total Citations
0
Critical (J-L)
4
Serious (G-I)
2.4
Citations/Inspection
Oct 2025
Last Inspection
Citation Severity Distribution
Minor (A-C)
0
Moderate (D-F)
8
Serious (G-I)
4
Critical (J-L)
0
What do these levels mean?
Top Deficiency Categories
Quality of Life & Care
3
25% of total
Abuse, Neglect & Exploitation
1
8% of total
Pharmacy Services
1
8% of total
Citation Sources
Standard Inspections 8
Complaint Investigations 4
State Comparison (MS)
Citations
12
Mississippi average: 16.9
Critical Citations
0
Mississippi average: 1
Recent Citations (Last 3 Years)
DateSeverity ?CategoryTagStatus
Oct 22, 2025 G Quality of CareF0689 Corrected
Mar 14, 2024 D PharmacyF0758 Corrected
Mar 14, 2024 D Care PlanningF0656 Corrected
Mar 14, 2024 D Care PlanningF0658 Corrected
Jan 10, 2024 G Abuse/NeglectF0600 Corrected
Jan 10, 2024 G Quality of CareF0689 Corrected
Jan 10, 2024 G Care PlanningF0656 Corrected
Dec 01, 2022 E Quality of CareF0695 Corrected
Dec 04, 2019 E NutritionF0812 Corrected
Dec 04, 2019 D Care PlanningF0656 Corrected
Dec 04, 2019 D Care PlanningF0657 Corrected
Dec 04, 2019 D Care PlanningF0658 Corrected

Data sourced from CMS Health Deficiencies reports. Citation severity codes range from A (least serious) to L (most serious). Immediate Jeopardy (J-L) citations indicate situations where the facility's noncompliance has placed residents at risk of death or serious harm.

Facility Characteristics

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

Ownership: For-Profit Corporation
Part of: Briar Hill Management
Resident Census by Payment Source
53 Total Residents
Medicare 21 (39.6%) ⓘ
Medicaid 27 (50.9%) ⓘ
Private Pay/Other 5 (9.4%) ⓘ
Programs & Services
Residents' Group ⓘ
Family Engagement

Active councils help families stay involved in care decisions and facility operations.

Data sourced from CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics quarterly report. Payer mix reflects the current resident census by primary payment source. Specialized beds indicate capacity for specific care needs.

Quality Measures

CMS quality measures assess care quality for long-stay and short-stay residents. Lower percentages generally indicate better outcomes for most measures.

Source: CMS Nursing Home Compare (Data as of Jan 2026)

High-Risk Clinical Events
13.2 Score
6% worse than avg Mississippi avg: 12.4

Composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and ADL decline

Functional Decline
21.7 Score
Near average Mississippi avg: 22.3

Composite score based on ADL decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence

Long-Stay Resident Measures

Measures for residents who stay 101 days or more. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care.

Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
19.8%
6% better than avg Mississippi: 21.2%
Lost Too Much Weight
7.1%
15% worse than avg Mississippi: 6.2%
Urinary Tract Infection
0.8%
70% better than avg Mississippi: 2.6%
Depressive Symptoms
0.0%
100% better than avg Mississippi: 1.5%
Falls with Major Injury
2.2%
32% better than avg Mississippi: 3.2%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
100.0%
Near average Mississippi: 95.9%
Antipsychotic Use
28.2%
33% worse than avg Mississippi: 21.2%
Walking Ability Worsened
29.7%
21% worse than avg Mississippi: 24.5%
Influenza Vaccine
100.0%
Near average Mississippi: 97.0%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
6.9%
Near average Mississippi: 7.1%
Low Risk Long-Stay Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
15.6%
27% better than avg Mississippi: 21.4%
Short-Stay Resident Measures

Measures for residents who stay 100 days or less (typically rehabilitation patients).

Pneumococcal Vaccine
98.4% 12% better than avg Mississippi: 87.9%
Short-Stay Residents Who Received a New Antipsychotic Medication
0.5% 78% better than avg Mississippi: 2.5%
Influenza Vaccine
96.3% 14% better than avg Mississippi: 84.6%

Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality. Measures marked with are positive indicators where higher is better (e.g., vaccination rates).

Penalties & Fines

Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.

Source: CMS Penalties Database (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total Fines $8K Mississippi avg: $39K 80% better than avg
Number of Fines 1 Mississippi avg: 2.0
Payment Denials 1 26 total days
Compared to Mississippi Average Facility: $8K | Mississippi Avg: $39K
Penalty History

Showing all 2 penalties (Dec 2023 - Oct 2025)

Oct 22, 2025 Payment Denial
26 days
Dec 18, 2023 Civil Money Penalty
$8K

Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations. Civil money penalties (fines) are monetary sanctions. Payment denials prevent the facility from receiving Medicare/Medicaid payment for new admissions during the denial period.

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Program
State Program Name
Eligibility
Benefits
Elderly and Disabled Waiver
Mississippi Medicaid E&D Waiver
Official government program page
  • General: Age 65+ or disabled, Mississippi resident, Medicaid- eligible, nursing home-level care need.
  • Income Limits (2025): ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).
  • Asset Limits: $4,000 (individual, higher than most states).
  • MS Specifics: Higher asset limit; rural focus.
  • Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), respite (240 hours/year), adult day care ($60/day), meals ($6/meal).
Mississippi Caregiver Respite Program
  • General: Caregiver of someone 60+, Mississippi resident.
  • Income Limits: No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
  • Asset Limits: Not applicable.
  • MS Specifics: Limited slots; rural emphasis.
  • Services: In-home respite (4-6 hours/day), adult day care (~$60/day), short-term facility care (up to 5 days).
Assisted Living (AL) Waiver
Mississippi Assisted Living Waiver
Official government program page
  • General: Age 65+ or disabled, Mississippi resident, Medicaid-eligible, NFLOC, living in approved AL facility.
  • Income Limits (2025): ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual); QIT required.
  • Asset Limits: $4,000 (individual), $6,000 (couple).
  • MS Specifics: Only for AL facilities with waiver contracts; small program size.
  • Services: Personal care, meals, medication management, respite, transportation within AL facility.
Independent Living (IL) Waiver
Mississippi Independent Living Waiver
Official government program page
  • General: Age 16+ (65+ for seniors), Mississippi resident, Medicaid-eligible, NFLOC but capable of self-direction.
  • Income Limits (2025): ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual); QIT required.
  • Asset Limits: $4,000 (individual), $6,000 (couple).
  • MS Specifics: Self-directed care; limited to in-home settings.
  • Services: Personal care (4-6 hours/day), respite (~200 hours/year), home mods, assistive tech, transition services.
Medicare Savings Program (MSP)
Mississippi Medicare Savings Program
Official government program page
  • General: Age 65+ or disabled, Mississippi resident, Medicare Part A/B.
  • Income Limits (2025): ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
  • Asset Limits: $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
  • MS Specifics: Three tiers; no waitlist; includes Extra Help for Part D.
  • Services: Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month), deductibles ($240/year), copays (~20%).
Mississippi Homemaker Program
Mississippi Homemaker Program (via Area Agencies on Aging)
Official government program page
  • General: Age 60+, Mississippi resident, not Medicaid-eligible, needs assistance with daily living.
  • Income Limits (2025): ~$1,063/month (100% FPL, individual); prioritizes low-income.
  • Asset Limits: Not strictly assessed; need-based focus.
  • MS Specifics: 10 AAAs; waitlist possible due to funding caps.
  • Services: Homemaker services (2-4 hours/day, e.g., cleaning, meal prep), respite (~2 days/year), transportation, meals.
Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)
  • General: Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, Mississippi resident.
  • Income Limits (2025): ~$1,983/month (125% FPL).
  • Asset Limits: Not specified; income-focused.
  • MS Specifics: Priority for veterans, rural residents; MDES oversees.
  • Services: Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour), job placement.
VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits
Mississippi VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound
  • General: Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, Mississippi resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
  • Income Limits (2025): Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
  • Asset Limits: ~$155,356 (net worth limit).
  • MS Specifics: High veteran population in rural areas.
  • Services: Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living).

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Mississippi Medicaid E&D Waiver

Elderly and Disabled Waiver

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 65+ or disabled, Mississippi resident, Medicaid- eligible, nursing home-level care need.
  • Income Limits (2025):
    ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).
  • Asset Limits:
    $4,000 (individual, higher than most states).
  • MS Specifics:
    Higher asset limit; rural focus.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), respite (240 hours/year), adult day care ($60/day), meals ($6/meal).
Official Program Page
MS NFCSP Respite

Mississippi Caregiver Respite Program

Requirements:
  • General:
    Caregiver of someone 60+, Mississippi resident.
  • Income Limits:
    No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
  • Asset Limits:
    Not applicable.
  • MS Specifics:
    Limited slots; rural emphasis.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: In-home respite (4-6 hours/day), adult day care (~$60/day), short-term facility care (up to 5 days).
Official Program Page
Mississippi Assisted Living Waiver

Assisted Living (AL) Waiver

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 65+ or disabled, Mississippi resident, Medicaid-eligible, NFLOC, living in approved AL facility.
  • Income Limits (2025):
    ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual); QIT required.
  • Asset Limits:
    $4,000 (individual), $6,000 (couple).
  • MS Specifics:
    Only for AL facilities with waiver contracts; small program size.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Personal care, meals, medication management, respite, transportation within AL facility.
Official Program Page
Mississippi Independent Living Waiver

Independent Living (IL) Waiver

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 16+ (65+ for seniors), Mississippi resident, Medicaid-eligible, NFLOC but capable of self-direction.
  • Income Limits (2025):
    ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual); QIT required.
  • Asset Limits:
    $4,000 (individual), $6,000 (couple).
  • MS Specifics:
    Self-directed care; limited to in-home settings.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Personal care (4-6 hours/day), respite (~200 hours/year), home mods, assistive tech, transition services.
Official Program Page
Mississippi Medicare Savings Program

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 65+ or disabled, Mississippi resident, Medicare Part A/B.
  • Income Limits (2025):
    ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
  • Asset Limits:
    $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
  • MS Specifics:
    Three tiers; no waitlist; includes Extra Help for Part D.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month), deductibles ($240/year), copays (~20%).
Official Program Page
Mississippi Homemaker Program (via Area Agencies on Aging)

Mississippi Homemaker Program

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 60+, Mississippi resident, not Medicaid-eligible, needs assistance with daily living.
  • Income Limits (2025):
    ~$1,063/month (100% FPL, individual); prioritizes low-income.
  • Asset Limits:
    Not strictly assessed; need-based focus.
  • MS Specifics:
    10 AAAs; waitlist possible due to funding caps.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Homemaker services (2-4 hours/day, e.g., cleaning, meal prep), respite (~2 days/year), transportation, meals.
Official Program Page
Mississippi SCSEP

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, Mississippi resident.
  • Income Limits (2025):
    ~$1,983/month (125% FPL).
  • Asset Limits:
    Not specified; income-focused.
  • MS Specifics:
    Priority for veterans, rural residents; MDES oversees.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour), job placement.
Official Program Page
Mississippi VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, Mississippi resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
  • Income Limits (2025):
    Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
  • Asset Limits:
    ~$155,356 (net worth limit).
  • MS Specifics:
    High veteran population in rural areas.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living).

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