Amara Health Care & Rehab
Amara Health Care & Rehab is an esteemed skilled nursing facility nestled in the vibrant city of Augusta, Georgia. Conveniently situated off the tranquil shores of Beach or Charred Road, Amara Health Care & Rehab stands as a beacon of hope, surrounded by esteemed medical institutions such as Trinity Hospital of Augusta and AU Medical Center. Residents are embraced by the warm embrace of the home’s caring and professional staff, who are driven by an unwavering commitment to your comfort and recovery. With their expertise and dedication, seniors can rest assured that you are in capable hands.
About this community
Occupancy
Amara Health Care & Rehab is administered by Jessie Love.
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.
Inspection Scorecard
This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Georgia state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.
Since 2017 vs. Georgia state average• Total deficiencies (62% above)
• Deficiencies per year (65% above)
• Total inspections (190% above) 1 Better Metrics better than Georgia average:
• Deficiencies per inspection (43% below)
Deficiencies
| This Facility | GA Average | vs. GA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total deficiencies
| 34 | 21 | This facility has 62% more total deficiencies than a typical Georgia nursing home (34 vs. GA avg 21).↑ 62% worse |
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Deficiencies per year
| 3.8 | 2.3 | This facility has 65% more deficiencies per year than a typical Georgia nursing home (3.8 vs. GA avg 2.3).↑ 65% worse |
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Deficiencies per inspection
| 1.2 | 2.1 | This facility has 43% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Georgia nursing home (1.2 vs. GA avg 2.1).↓ 43% better |
Inspections
| This Facility | GA Average | vs. GA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total inspections
| 29 | 10 | This facility has 190% more total inspections than a typical Georgia nursing home (29 vs. GA avg 10).↑ 190% worse |
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
- The most recent inspection on April 5, 2021, found no deficiencies and substantiated no complaints after investigating complaint #GA00213218.
- The November 12, 2020 infection control survey cited failure to update COVID-19 policies and ensure staff wore proper PPE, including eye protection, risking virus transmission.
- The January 30, 2020 licensure survey found three deficiencies including failure to report an injury timely, update a care plan, and dispose of expired medications.
Health Inspection History
Inspections
Georgia average 3.4
Last Health inspection on May 2025
Georgia average 16.6
Georgia average 4.68
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
3 of 3 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).
Breakdown of citation severity (last 1 year)
Georgia average: 0.7
Georgia average: 0.5
Citations history (last 1 year)
Staffing Data
Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.
Nursing staff breakdown
Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31Registered Nurse
Manages medical care and health needs.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Assists with medical care and medications.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Helps with daily care and mobility.
Contractor staffing
Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31Total hours from contractors
1,240 contractor hours this quarter
Staff by category
Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31| Certified Nursing Assistant | 39 | 0 | 39 | 14,594 | 92 | 100% | 9.4 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 13 | 0 | 13 | 6,179 | 92 | 100% | 10.1 |
| Registered Nurse | 8 | 0 | 8 | 2,028 | 92 | 100% | 8.4 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 3 | 0 | 3 | 1,097 | 77 | 84% | 6.4 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 1 | 0 | 1 | 665 | 70 | 76% | 9.5 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 622 | 73 | 79% | 8.5 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 520 | 65 | 71% | 8 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 3 | 0 | 3 | 519 | 61 | 66% | 6.8 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 496 | 62 | 67% | 8 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 480 | 60 | 65% | 8 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 2 | 2 | 328 | 57 | 62% | 5.2 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 2 | 2 | 315 | 65 | 71% | 3.4 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 2 | 2 | 243 | 54 | 59% | 4.5 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 2 | 2 | 235 | 66 | 72% | 3.4 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 3 | 3 | 119 | 39 | 42% | 2.9 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 2 | 0 | 2 | 28 | 4 | 4% | 7 |
39 Certified Nursing Assistant
13 Licensed Practical Nurse
8 Registered Nurse
3 Clinical Nurse Specialist
1 RN Director of Nursing
1 Dietitian
1 Administrator
3 Occupational Therapy Aide
1 Mental Health Service Worker
1 Nurse Practitioner
2 Qualified Social Worker
2 Physical Therapy Aide
2 Speech Language Pathologist
2 Respiratory Therapy Technician
3 Physical Therapy Assistant
2 Occupational Therapy Assistant
Penalties and 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
No penalties in the past 3 years
No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.
Quality of care over time
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
Long-stay resident measures
Short-stay resident measures
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
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.
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2.7 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Augusta's city center to Amara Health Care & Rehab's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 1.65 miles to nearest hospital (University Health - South Richmond County Campus)
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39
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$15.7M
Rank
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$4.3M
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193
GA AVG
88
Rank
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28.0%
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78.1%
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4.63
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3.56
Rank
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$0
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16.6
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3.0
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4.7
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35
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35
GA AVG
39
Rank
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| PruittHealth Augusta | NH HOS SNF | Augusta (Forest Acres) | 100
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100
GA AVG
88
Rank
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2.72
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6.5
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Rank
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$5.3MFiscal year ending 06/2024
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Financial Assistance for
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Frequently Asked Questions about Amara Health Care & Rehab
What neighborhood is Amara Health Care & Rehab in?
Amara Health Care & Rehab is in the Southlands neighborhood of Augusta.
Is Amara Health Care & Rehab in a walkable area?
Amara Health Care & Rehab has a walk score of 35. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
What is the occupancy rate at Amara Health Care & Rehab?
Amara Health Care & Rehab's occupancy is 28%.
Does Amara Health Care & Rehab operate as a for-profit or non-profit?
Amara Health Care & Rehab is registered as a for-profit in GA.
Who is the administrator of Amara Health Care & Rehab?
Jessie Love is the administrator of Amara Health Care & Rehab.
How many beds does Amara Health Care & Rehab have?
Amara Health Care & Rehab has 193 beds.
Are there photos of Amara Health Care & Rehab?
Yes — there is 1 photo of Amara Health Care & Rehab in the photo gallery on this page.
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