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Forest Acres Post Acute
Nursing Home, Respite Care & Skilled Nursing · Columbia, SC
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Forest Acres Post Acute

Nursing Home, Respite Care & Skilled Nursing · Columbia, SC
CMS overall rating Info CMS (the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) is the federal agency that rates nursing home quality. Its Overall Rating runs from 1 to 5 stars, combining health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most heavily.
2601 Forest Dr, Columbia, SC 29204-2363 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
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Overview of Forest Acres Post Acute

Forest Acres Community Healthcare LLC-operated and Melissa R Kizer-administered, Forest Acres Post Acute is a 132-bed skilled nursing home on Forest Drive in Columbia, South Carolina. It’s oriented toward post-acute rehabilitation and short-term recovery. Averaging a stay length of 39 days, the home serves residents transitioning from hospitalization or major procedures who need intensive care and therapy support during healing. It accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, giving families multiple coverage options.

Daily nursing care averages 3 hours per resident, paired with dedicated rehabilitation services and respite care. To support residents throughout their stay and recovery process, the facility maintains 24-hour staffing. Current occupancy is at 81 percent, reflecting consistent use of the 132 beds.

Forest Acres Post Acute is set to support families requiring focused rehabilitation and skilled nursing care for loved ones in a structured recovery setting. The highlight on short-term rehab and respite services makes it a grounded choice for post-hospital care or momentary stays while a family member heals and regains independence.

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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.
▼ 64.8% Below SC avg. ▼ 64.8% Below SC avg.SC average: 2.8Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
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.
▼ 27.1% Below SC avg. ▼ 27.1% Below SC avg.SC average: 2.7Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
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.
▼ 65.4% Below SC avg. ▼ 65.4% Below SC avg.SC average: 2.9Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
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.
▲ 19.0% Above SC avg. ▲ 19.0% Above SC avg.SC average: 3.4Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

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 South Carolina state averages

Total nursing care / resident Info This home is ranked 113th out of 119 homes in South Carolina for nurse hours. 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 0m per day
Rank #113 / 119Nurse hours — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 113th out of 119 homes in South Carolina for Nurse Hours. Shows adjusted nurse hours per resident per day benchmarked to the South Carolina average, with a ranking across 119 South Carolina facilities. More hours mean more direct care. The national average is about 3.5 hrs; below 3.0 is a red flag.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in South Carolina that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
This facility South Carolina avg (4h 0m per day)
vs South Carolina avg
-25%

5 of 6 metrics below state avg

Staff typeHours / Day / Residentvs 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. 9m per day ▼ 76% State avg: 38m per day · National avg: 41m per day
LPN / LVN Info Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) or Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs) deliver routine hands-on care — medication administration, wound dressing, and monitoring vital signs. They work under RN supervision and make up a large share of daily bedside care. 1h 0m per day ■ Avg State avg: 1h 1m per day · National avg: 52m 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. 1h 41m per day ▼ 24% State avg: 2h 13m per day · National avg: 2h 20m per day
Weekend Total Nursing 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. 2h 38m per day ▼ 22% State avg: 3h 21m 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. 3m per day ▼ 42% State avg: 5m per day · National avg: 4m per day
Weekend RN 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. 6m per day ▼ 77% State avg: 24m per day · National avg: 28m per day

Capacity and availability

Avg. Length of Stay Info Average number of days residents stay at this facility, based on CMS cost report data. Shorter stays often reflect post-acute or rehab care; longer stays reflect long-term care.
39 days
Bed community size
132-bed community Rank #37 / 307Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 37th out of 307 homes in South Carolina for Bed Count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other South Carolina facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in South Carolina that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
94%
Rank #36 / 94Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 36th out of 94 homes in South Carolina for Occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the South Carolina average, with its Statewide rank out of 94. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in South Carolina that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Higher than the South Carolina average: 82.1%
Occupied beds
124 / 132
Average occupied beds in South Carolina homes 90 beds

Awards

4-Star Quality Measures Medicare Rating

License Details

Facility TypeHl- Nursing Home
StatusActive
CountyRichland
License NumberNCF-1099
Business TypeLimited Liability
CMS Certification Number425008

Ownership & Operating Entity

Forest Acres Post Acute is legally operated by Forest Acres Community Healthcare LLC, and administered by Melissa R Kizer.

Owner NameForest Acres Community Healthcare LLC

Type Of Units

Institutional Nursing Home
132 units
Total beds
132 units

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Leadership

Administrator Emailmelissa.kizer@fundltc.com

Therapy & Rehabilitation

3 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Short-Term Rehab

Staffing & Medical

1 service
24-Hour Staffing

Contact Information

Email melissa.kizer@forestacrespa.com

Additional Policies & Features

Pets not allowed

Contact Forest Acres Post Acute

Health Inspection History

Inspections since 2023
Total health inspections 4

South Carolina average 3.9

Last Health inspection on May 2025

Total health citations
12 Rank #66 / 120Health citations — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 66th out of 120 homes in South Carolina for Health Citations. Shows this facility's total health deficiency citations benchmarked to the South Carolina State average, with a ranking across all 120 SC facilities. Lower citation counts earn a better rank.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in South Carolina that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

South Carolina average 13.7

Citations per inspection
3 Rank #55 / 120Citations per inspection — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 55th out of 120 homes in South Carolina for Citations Per Inspection. Shows average deficiency citations per CMS inspection for this facility versus the South Carolina mean across 120 facilities with citation data. Lower is better.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in South Carolina that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

South Carolina average 3.44

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

1 of 12 citations resulted from standard inspections; 2 of 12 resulted from complaint investigations; and 9 of 12 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).

Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical health citations
1
In line with South Carolina average

South Carolina average: 1

Serious health citations
0
100% better than South Carolina average

South Carolina average: 0.3

1 critical citation South Carolina average: 1
0 serious citations South Carolina average: 0.3
11 moderate citations South Carolina average: 12.3
0 minor citations South Carolina average: 0.1
Citations history (last 3 years)
Care Planning moderate citation May 15, 2025
Corrected
Abuse/Neglect critical citation Feb 15, 2024
Corrected
Infection Control moderate citation Feb 15, 2024
Corrected
Infection Control moderate citation Feb 15, 2024
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.

Staffing Data

Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.

Total staff 264
Employees 107
Contractors 157
Staff to resident ratio 2.24 : 1
22% more staff per resident than South Carolina average
South Carolina average ratio: 1.84 : 1 South Carolina average ratio: 1.84 : 1See full South Carolina ranking
Avg staff/day 44
Average shift 9.5 hours
20% better than South Carolina average
South Carolina average: 7.9 hours South Carolina average shift: 7.9 hoursSee full South Carolina ranking
Total staff hours (quarter) 38,364

Nursing staff breakdown

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Registered Nurse

Manages medical care and health needs.

RN Staff Info 9 total: 4 full-time employees and 5 contractors. 9
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 9 hours
Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

LPN Staff Info 87 total: 25 full-time employees and 62 contractors. 87
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 10.5 hours
Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

CNA Staff Info 138 total: 49 full-time employees and 89 contractors. 138
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 10.1 hours

Contractor staffing

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.

Total hours from contractors

18.4%

7,042 contractor hours this quarter

Certified Nursing Assistant: 89 Licensed Practical Nurse: 62 Registered Nurse: 5 Medical Director: 1

Staff by category

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Certified Nursing Assistant498913819,21592100%10.1
Licensed Practical Nurse25628711,46092100%10.5
Registered Nurse4591,22792100%9
Qualified Social Worker6068857177%6.4
Dental Services Staff2028596267%7.7
Physical Therapy Aide3038426773%6.9
Speech Language Pathologist5057327683%5.9
Respiratory Therapy Technician4045527076%5.4
Nurse Practitioner2025206166%8
Administrator1015126470%8
Dietitian1014966267%8
Physical Therapy Assistant3034878087%5.7
Other Dietary Services Staff1013995155%7.8
Mental Health Service Worker1011441820%8
Medical Director011361011%3.6
138 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
87 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 100%
9 Registered Nurse
% of Days 100%
6 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days 77%
2 Dental Services Staff
% of Days 67%
3 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days 73%
5 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days 83%
4 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days 76%
2 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days 66%
1 Administrator
% of Days 70%
1 Dietitian
% of Days 67%
3 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days 87%
1 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days 55%
1 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days 20%
1 Medical Director
% of Days 11%
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Penalties and fines

Includes penalties issued in 2024

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 amount $85K Rank #117 / 121Federal fines — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 117th out of 121 homes in South Carolina for Federal Fines. Shows this facility's cumulative CMS federal fine dollars versus the South Carolina average among facilities with fines, and where it ranks among 121 facilities in the pool. Lower total dollars mean a better rank.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in South Carolina that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
153% higher than South Carolina average

South Carolina average: $34K

Number of fines 2
18% fewer fines than South Carolina average

South Carolina average: 2.4

Payment Denials Info Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed. 1
761% more payment denials than South Carolina average

South Carolina average: 0.1

Fines amount comparison
Fines amount comparison
This facility $85K
South Carolina average $34K
Penalty History

Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.

2 penalties in the past 3 years

Multiple penalties were reported in the last 3 years.

Civil Money Penalty Info Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation. Feb 15, 2024
$82K
Payment Denial Info Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed. Feb 15, 2024
24 days

Last updated: Jan 2026

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. 6.6
25% better than South Carolina average

South Carolina average: 8.7

Functional decline score Info A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence. 14.0
9% better than South Carolina average

South Carolina average: 15.5

Long-stay resident measures
Significantly above average South Carolina avg: 3.9 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 7.8%
40% better than South Carolina average

South Carolina average: 13.1%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 12.3%
24% better than South Carolina average

South Carolina average: 16.2%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 22.0%
29% worse than South Carolina average

South Carolina average: 17.0%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 1.6%
47% better than South Carolina average

South Carolina average: 3.0%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 6.6%
8% worse than South Carolina average

South Carolina average: 6.1%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 0.0%
100% better than South Carolina average

South Carolina average: 1.6%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 4.7%
24% better than South Carolina average

South Carolina average: 6.2%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 0.0%
100% better than South Carolina average

South Carolina average: 2.8%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 10.3%
29% better than South Carolina average

South Carolina average: 14.5%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 87.4%
In line with South Carolina average

South Carolina average: 90.5%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 87.6%
In line with South Carolina average

South Carolina average: 90.6%

Hospitalizations per 1,000 days Info Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days. 1.50
26% better than South Carolina average

South Carolina average: 2.03

ED visits per 1,000 days Info Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days. 2.66
39% worse than South Carolina average

South Carolina average: 1.91

Short-stay resident measures
Significantly below average South Carolina avg: 2.8 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 95.3%
20% better than South Carolina average

South Carolina average: 79.5%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 2.7%
58% worse than South Carolina average

South Carolina average: 1.7%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 92.0%
18% better than South Carolina average

South Carolina average: 78.0%

Re-hospitalized after SNF stay Info Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission. 28.6%
16% worse than South Carolina average

South Carolina average: 24.7%

Emergency department visits Info Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit. 23.7%
68% worse than South Carolina average

South Carolina average: 14.1%

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

South Carolina 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. 56.7%
6% better than South Carolina average

South Carolina average: 53.7%

Successful return to home or community Info Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility. 55.6%
10% better than South Carolina average

South Carolina average: 50.6%

Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

11% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 16 days

Private pay

69% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 13 days

Medicaid

20% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 4 - 5 months

Facility Characteristics

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

Total residents 118
Medicare
5
4.2% of residents
Medicaid
94
79.7% of residents
Private pay or other
19
16.1% 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.

Data sourced from CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics quarterly report. Payer mix reflects the current resident census by primary payment source.

Finances and operations

Based on CMS SNF Cost Report for fiscal year ending in 01/2023.

For-profit
Operated by a single business entity.
Net patient revenue Info Net patient revenue — what the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts are subtracted from its gross charges (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3). It covers resident care only; money the home earns from other sources is shown separately as "Other income."
$10.9M
Net patient income Info Net patient income: net patient revenue minus the home's total operating expenses. A positive figure means it earns more from resident care than it spends to deliver it; a negative figure means the opposite. It excludes non-operating "other income."
-$3.0M
For-profit Operated by a single business entity.
Net patient revenue Info Net patient revenue — what the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts are subtracted from its gross charges (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3). It covers resident care only; money the home earns from other sources is shown separately as "Other income."
$10.9M Rank #58 / 122Revenue — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 58th out of 122 homes in South Carolina for Revenue. Shows this facility's annual revenue compared to the South Carolina average. Higher revenue generally means more resources for staffing and capital — read alongside Payroll %.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in South Carolina that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Net patient income Info Net patient income: net patient revenue minus the home's total operating expenses. A positive figure means it earns more from resident care than it spends to deliver it; a negative figure means the opposite. It excludes non-operating "other income."
-$3.0M
Payroll costs Info Staff salaries plus wage-related costs — benefits such as payroll taxes, health insurance and retirement — from the home's own accounting records (CMS cost report, Worksheet A). Contract or agency labor is counted separately, under other operating costs. Rank #46 / 122Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 46th out of 122 homes in South Carolina for Payroll. Shows total annual staff payroll benchmarked to the South Carolina average. Higher payroll investment relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on cheaper contract labor.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in South Carolina that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
$6.6M 60.3% of net patient revenue Info Payroll as a share of revenue: staff salaries and wage-related benefits divided by net patient revenue. A higher figure means more of each revenue dollar goes to staff pay. Rank #43 / 122Payroll % — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 43rd out of 122 homes in South Carolina for Payroll %. Shows payroll as a percentage of revenue versus the South Carolina average. Well-run South Carolina facilities typically land around 52–64% — the top third Statewide. Below 25% may signal understaffing or heavy agency use — read with Staffing ratings.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in South Carolina that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Other operating costs Info Everything it costs to run the home apart from payroll — food, utilities, supplies, maintenance, contract labor and administration. Calculated as total operating expense minus payroll (staff salaries and wage-related benefits).
$7.3M
Total costs Info The home's total operating expense for the year — all the costs of running it, salaries included (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3).
$13.9M
How we calculate these figures

This home is administered by Melissa R Kizer.

This home is owned by Forest Acres Community Healthcare LLC

Certified by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services authority — CMS Certification Number: 425008

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Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Primarily long-term care, limited rehab

Most residents stay long-term, while a smaller portion are admitted for short-term rehab.

Most new residents arrive under private pay (69% of admissions), and a typical private pay stay runs around 13 days.

Admissions
579 total

Coverage residents most often arrive under.

Medicare 11%
Private pay 69%
Medicaid 20%
Discharges
603 total

Coverage residents most often leave under.

Medicare 8%
Private pay 54%
Medicaid 38%

Admissions and discharges reflect care patterns over time — they are not used to rate this facility.

How we assess these insights

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Facility 35.0%
SC AVG 84.8
Rank #89 / 94
-59%
4.63
Facility 4.63
SC AVG 4.00
Rank #23 / 119
 -42%+16%
$0
Facility $0
SC AVG $34.8k
Rank #1 / 121
8
Facility 8
SC AVG 13.7
Rank #35 / 120
2.7
Facility 2.7
SC AVG 3.4
Rank #40 / 120
-14A-Lutheran Homes Of South Carolina Inc
$12.8MFiscal year ending 09/2023
Facility $12.8MFiscal year ending 09/2023
SC AVG $13.0M
Rank #59 / 122
$7.1MFiscal year ending 09/2023
Facility $7.1MFiscal year ending 09/2023
SC AVG $5.4M
Rank #55 / 122
55.9%Fiscal year ending 09/2023
Facility 55.9%Fiscal year ending 09/2023
SC AVG 44%
Rank #53 / 122
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Forest Acres Post Acute
NH
RC
SNF
Columbia
132
Facility 132
SC AVG 90
Rank #37 / 307
93.7%
Facility 93.7%
SC AVG 84.8
Rank #36 / 94
+10%
3.00
Facility 3.00
SC AVG 4.00
Rank #113 / 119
 -64%-25%
$82.0k
Facility $82.0k
SC AVG $34.8k
Rank #117 / 121
12
Facility 12
SC AVG 13.7
Rank #66 / 120
3.0
Facility 3.0
SC AVG 3.4
Rank #55 / 120
1124--Forest Acres Community Healthcare LLC
$10.9MFiscal year ending 01/2023
Facility $10.9MFiscal year ending 01/2023
SC AVG $13.0M
Rank #58 / 122
$6.6MFiscal year ending 01/2023
Facility $6.6MFiscal year ending 01/2023
SC AVG $5.4M
Rank #46 / 122
60.3%Fiscal year ending 01/2023
Facility 60.3%Fiscal year ending 01/2023
SC AVG 44%
Rank #43 / 122
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Financial Assistance for
Nursing Home in South Carolina

Forest Acres Post Acute is located in COLUMBIA, South Carolina.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in South Carolina.

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Community Long Term Care (CLTC)

SC Medicaid CLTC

Age 65+ or disabled
General South Carolina 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).
SC

High rural demand; waitlists possible.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care ($60/day) Home modifications ($1,500 avg.)

South Carolina Respite Care Program

SC NFCSP Respite

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

Limited slots; rural/urban balance.

Benefits
In-home respite (4-6 hours/day) Adult day care (~$60/day) Short-term facility care (up to 5 days)

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

South Carolina Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General SC 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).
SC

Three tiers; includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.

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

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

South Carolina VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General SC 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
SC

High veteran population; supports rural/urban care needs.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP)

South Carolina SFMNP

Age 60+
General SC resident, low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,322/month individual, 185% FPL
Asset Limits Not assessed.
SC

Vouchers (~$50/season); serves ~20,000 annually via 10 AAAs.

Benefits
Vouchers (~$50/season) for fresh produce at approved markets

Homestead Exemption Program

South Carolina Homestead Exemption

Age 65+ (or disabled/blind)
General SC resident 1+ year, homeowner.
Income Limits (2025) None; tax-based eligibility.
Asset Limits Not assessed; home-focused.
SC

Saves ~$500-$1,000/year avg.; applies to primary residence.

Benefits
Property tax exemption (~$50,000 value, ~$500-$1,000/year savings)

Elderly Simplified Application Project (ESAP)

South Carolina ESAP (SNAP for Seniors)

Age 60+
General SC resident, no earned income, not on SCCAP.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,732/month 133% FPL, individual
Asset Limits $4,250 individual, higher than standard SNAP
SC

Simplified process; serves ~50,000 seniors annually.

Benefits
EBT card for food (~$100-$300/month based on income)

Frequently Asked Questions about Forest Acres Post Acute

Who is the owner of Forest Acres Post Acute?

Forest Acres Post Acute is legally operated by Forest Acres Community Healthcare LLC, and administered by Melissa R. Kizer.

What is the license number of Forest Acres Post Acute?

According to SC state health department records, Forest Acres Post Acute's license number is NCF-1099.

What is the occupancy rate at Forest Acres Post Acute?

Forest Acres Post Acute's occupancy is 94%.

Are pets allowed at Forest Acres Post Acute?

No, Forest Acres Post Acute has a no-pet policy.

What is the best email address for Forest Acres Post Acute?

The team at Forest Acres Post Acute can be reached at MELISSA.KIZER@FORESTACRESPA.COM.

Does Forest Acres Post Acute operate as a for-profit or non-profit?

Forest Acres Post Acute is registered as a for-profit in SC.

Who is the administrator of Forest Acres Post Acute?

Melissa R. Kizer is the administrator of Forest Acres Post Acute.

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