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Total Health inspections
2
41% below Georgia average
Georgia average:
3.4
Last Health inspection on Sep 2025
Primarily short stays
Residents typically stay for brief periods, with frequent admissions and discharges throughout the year.
Azalea Health and Rehabilitation
Azalea Health and Rehabilitation is a Nursing Home in Georgia
Azalea Health and Rehabilitation is a Nursing Home in Georgia
Azalea Health and Rehabilitation
Azalea Health and Rehabilitation is a Nursing Home in Georgia
Azalea Health and Rehabilitation is a Nursing Home in Georgia
Azalea Health and Rehabilitation Center is located in Augusta, Georgia. It offers 24-hour skilled nursing services, rehabilitation, and specialized care tracks including cardiac and respiratory care. The center emphasizes a healing union of mind, body, and spirit, providing personalized care to meet the needs of each resident.
Quality ratings
Official CMS rating based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
Official CMS rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
Official CMS rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
Official CMS rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
Capacity and availability
Smaller home
May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.
Total beds
89
This home usually has availability
Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.
Occupancy rate
64.7%
Residents per day (avg)
67
Occupancy rate
64.7%
Residents per day (avg)
67
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
Might be optimal for
Post-acute recovery
Temporary care
Transitional stays
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
17% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
1 months
Private pay
83% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
3 - 4 months
Finances and operations
Voluntary non-profit home
Other
Home revenue
$6.0M
Operating deficit
-$151.7K
Voluntary non-profit home
Other
Home revenue
$6,041,147.00
Operating deficit
$-151,654.00
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$2.9M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Other operating costs
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$3.3M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$6.2M
89-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
49 years in operation
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
About this community
Occupancy Rate
72%
Occupied Beds
64 of 89
Percentage of available beds currently in use by residents.
License Status
SNF/NF DUAL CERT
Facility Type
NURSING HOME
License Date
November 1, 1976
Additional licensing details
CMS Certification Number:
115642
County:
CANDLER
Accreditations:
The Joint Commission
Awards:
Bronze Quality Award from the AHCA
Ownership & operating entity
Azalea Health and Rehabilitation is administrated by Mr LYNIS HOWELL.
Care Services
Doctor on Staff
Nursing Services
Rehabilitation Services
Memory Care
Skilled Nursing
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing
Contact Information
Email:
[email protected]
Amenities & Lifestyle
Programs & Activities
Specific Programs
Healthcare Solutions, Rehabilitation, Skilled Nursing, On-Site Dialysis, Cardiac Management, Alzheimer’s and Dementia Care, Esteem Salons
Religious Services
Yes
Dining & Nutrition
Food Description
In-room or common area dining available.
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.
30 visits/inspections
2 visits/inspections triggered by complaints
3 routine inspections
5 other visits
6 life safety inspections
Results
9 with issues
21 without issues
Latest inspection
Date:July 1, 2024
Type:Follow Up
22 deficiencies
Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
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The information below is reported by the Georgia Department of Community Health, Healthcare Facility Regulation Division.
Azalea Health and Rehabilitation
+45%
+19%
-17%
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
GA 30439
89
No
HOWELL, LYNIS
64.7%
$5,705,348.00
$2,903,920.00
50.9%
66.80
4.2514
-
9
2
+45%+19%-17%
Baptist Village, Inc.
-34%
+34%
-8%
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
GA 31502
254
No
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE OF THE BAPTIST CONVENTION OF THE STATE OF GEORGIA
72.2%
$21,596,220.00
$9,541,093.00
44.2%
171.10
4.7818
2
6
-
-34%+34%-8%
Anderson Mill Center for Nursing and Healing LLC
+63%
-6%
+5%
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
GA 30106
170
No
EMPIRE GA 3 HOLDCO LLC
81.7%
$18,076,437.00
$6,897,292.00
38.2%
123.60
3.3355
-
11
-
+63%-6%+5%
Brentwood Health and Rehabilitation
-58%
+6%
-36%
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
GA 30830
103
No
MID GA HEALTH PROPERTIES LLC
50.0%
$5,255,251.00
$2,942,967.00
56%
72.30
3.7594
1
11
-
-58%+6%-36%
Altamaha Healthcare Center
+3%
-22%
+10%
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
GA 31545
62
No
MUKWINDIDZA, CHIDO
86.3%
$6,536,305.00
$2,064,988.00
31.6%
53.50
2.7638
1
20
1
+3%-22%+10%
Azalea Health and Rehabilitation
Type of care:
SNF
AL
Community:
GA 30439
Bed Count:
89
Pets Allowed:
No
Operator:
HOWELL, LYNIS
CCN:
115642
Occupancy:
64.7%
Home Revenue:
$5,705,348.00
Payroll Costs:
$2,903,920.00
Payroll %:
50.9%
Avg Residents/Day:
66.80
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
4.2514
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Citations:
9
Severe Citations:
2
RN share vs State Avg:
+45%
+45%
Staffing vs State Avg:
+19%
+19%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
-17%
-17%
Baptist Village, Inc.
Type of care:
SNF
AL
Community:
GA 31502
Bed Count:
254
Pets Allowed:
No
Operator:
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE OF THE BAPTIST CONVENTION OF THE STATE OF GEORGIA
CCN:
115615
Occupancy:
72.2%
Home Revenue:
$21,596,220.00
Payroll Costs:
$9,541,093.00
Payroll %:
44.2%
Avg Residents/Day:
171.10
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
4.7818
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Number of Fines:
2
Citations:
6
RN share vs State Avg:
-34%
-34%
Staffing vs State Avg:
+34%
+34%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
-8%
-8%
Anderson Mill Center for Nursing and Healing LLC
Type of care:
SNF
AL
Community:
GA 30106
Bed Count:
170
Pets Allowed:
No
Operator:
EMPIRE GA 3 HOLDCO LLC
CCN:
115145
Occupancy:
81.7%
Home Revenue:
$18,076,437.00
Payroll Costs:
$6,897,292.00
Payroll %:
38.2%
Avg Residents/Day:
123.60
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
3.3355
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Citations:
11
RN share vs State Avg:
+63%
+63%
Staffing vs State Avg:
-6%
-6%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
+5%
+5%
Brentwood Health and Rehabilitation
Type of care:
SNF
AL
Community:
GA 30830
Bed Count:
103
Pets Allowed:
No
Operator:
MID GA HEALTH PROPERTIES LLC
CCN:
115361
Occupancy:
50.0%
Home Revenue:
$5,255,251.00
Payroll Costs:
$2,942,967.00
Payroll %:
56%
Avg Residents/Day:
72.30
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
3.7594
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Number of Fines:
1
Citations:
11
RN share vs State Avg:
-58%
-58%
Staffing vs State Avg:
+6%
+6%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
-36%
-36%
Altamaha Healthcare Center
Type of care:
SNF
AL
Community:
GA 31545
Bed Count:
62
Pets Allowed:
No
Operator:
MUKWINDIDZA, CHIDO
CCN:
115577
Occupancy:
86.3%
Home Revenue:
$6,536,305.00
Payroll Costs:
$2,064,988.00
Payroll %:
31.6%
Avg Residents/Day:
53.50
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
2.7638
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Number of Fines:
1
Citations:
20
Severe Citations:
1
RN share vs State Avg:
+3%
+3%
Staffing vs State Avg:
-22%
-22%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
+10%
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Staffing Data
Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)
92
Total Staff
88
Employees
4
Contractors
25,705
Total Hours (Quarter)
36
Avg Staff/Day
7.8
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
| Role ⓘ | Count ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ | Uses Contractors? ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | 11 | 9.1 | No |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 9 | 9.4 | No |
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 29 | 7.7 | No |
Staff by Category
Administration ⓘ
2 staff
7.7hs shift avg
Nursing Staff ⓘ
69 staff
8.2hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners ⓘ
3 staff
7.7hs shift avg
Therapy Services ⓘ
14 staff
5.7hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation ⓘ
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Social Services ⓘ
1 staff
2.8hs shift avg
Dietary Services ⓘ
2 staff
5.9hs shift avg
Other Services ⓘ
1 staff
8.1hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
0.3%
of total hours from contractors
68 contractor hours this quarter
Occupational Therapy Aide: 2
Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1
Medical Director: 1
| Role ⓘ | Employees ⓘ | Contractors ⓘ | Total Staff ⓘ | Total Hours ⓘ | Days Worked ⓘ | % of Days ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 29 | 0 | 29 | 9,159 | 91 | 100% | 7.7 |
| Medication Aide/Technician | 11 | 0 | 11 | 4,175 | 91 | 100% | 8.4 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 9 | 0 | 9 | 3,872 | 91 | 100% | 9.4 |
| Registered Nurse | 11 | 0 | 11 | 2,221 | 89 | 98% | 9.1 |
| Nurse Aide in Training | 9 | 0 | 9 | 1,889 | 71 | 78% | 7.2 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 2 | 0 | 2 | 931 | 65 | 71% | 7.6 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 520 | 65 | 71% | 8 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 515 | 64 | 70% | 8.1 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 500 | 62 | 68% | 8.1 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 1 | 0 | 1 | 492 | 64 | 70% | 7.7 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 488 | 62 | 68% | 7.9 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 4 | 0 | 4 | 329 | 54 | 59% | 6.1 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 4 | 0 | 4 | 230 | 45 | 49% | 5.1 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 180 | 53 | 58% | 3.4 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 2 | 0 | 2 | 95 | 20 | 22% | 4.7 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 42 | 15 | 16% | 2.8 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 36 | 6 | 7% | 6 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 0 | 2 | 2 | 26 | 24 | 26% | 1.1 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 6 | 2 | 2% | 3 |
Health Inspection History
Total Health citations
9
46% below Georgia average
Georgia average:
16.6
4.5 citations per inspection (avg)
Citations origin
Citations can result from standard inspections or complaint-based investigations.
Standard inspections
9 citations
Complaint investigations
1 citations
Breakdown of citations
Critical Health citations
0
100% below Georgia average
Georgia average:
0.7
Serious Health citations
2
300% above Georgia average
Georgia average:
0.5
Moderate Health citations
7
Minor Health citations
0
Citations history (last 3 years)
Pharmacy moderate citation
Sep 11, 2025
Corrected
Pharmacy moderate citation
Sep 11, 2025
Corrected
Quality of Care serious citation
Sep 11, 2025
Corrected
Care Planning serious citation
Sep 11, 2025
Corrected
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Ownership: Non-Profit - Other Nonprofit
Part of: Piedmont Regional Health
Resident Census by Payment Source
65
Total Residents
Medicare
5
(7.7%)
ⓘ
Medicaid
46
(70.8%)
ⓘ
Private Pay/Other
14
(21.5%)
ⓘ
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
ⓘ
Nurse Aide Training
ⓘ
Family Engagement
Active councils help families stay involved in care decisions and facility operations.
Active
Resident Council
ⓘ
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
7.2
30% better than Georgia average
Georgia average:
10.3
Functional decline score
7.9
54% better than Georgia average
Georgia average:
17.4
Long-Stay Resident Measures
Daily care & independence
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
3.9%
77% below Georgia average.
Walking Ability Worsened
11.9%
39% below Georgia average.
Low Risk Long-Stay Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
8.1%
50% below Georgia average.
Safety & clinical stability
Falls with Major Injury
3.8%
19% above Georgia average.
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
8.8%
40% above Georgia average.
Urinary Tract Infection
1.3%
49% below Georgia average.
Emotional & behavioral wellbeing
Depressive Symptoms
0.0%
100% below Georgia average.
Antipsychotic Use
32.3%
69% above Georgia average.
Preventive care
Pneumococcal Vaccine
100.0%
9% above Georgia average.
Influenza Vaccine
100.0%
5% above Georgia average.
Nutrition & physical health
Lost Too Much Weight
7.6%
27% above Georgia average.Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine
97.3%
21% better than Georgia average
Antipsychotic medication increase
1.2%
45% better than Georgia average
Influenza Vaccine
95.8%
23% better than Georgia average Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for Azalea Health and Rehabilitation based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
64.7%
↑ 11.3pp vs 2023
Net Income
-$151,654
↑ ~$660K vs 2023
Total Payroll
$3,591,009
↑ ~$567K vs 2023
Profit Margin
-2.7%
↑ 15.8pp vs 2023
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