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Our editorial team analyzed 211 nursing homes in GA using CMS data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank nursing homes in GA
Info below is compiled from CMS reports & the GA Dept. of Community Health (DCH), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.
Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.
The facility name. Click to view the full profile page on Assisted Living Magazine, including photos, services, and contact info.
CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, the federal agency that regulates nursing homes) Overall 5-star rating — a composite of Health Inspection, Staffing, and Quality Measures scores. 5 stars = top 10% nationally. 1 star = bottom 10%. The single most important number to start with when comparing facilities.
Care Types in This TableNH (Nursing Home):
24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs.
SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility):
Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness.
MC (Memory Care):
Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia.
RC (Respite Care):
Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break.
HOS (Hospice Care):
Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
ADC (Adult Day Care):
Daytime supervision, health monitoring, and social activities for seniors who live at home.
PC (Palliative Care):
Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment.
Neighborhood or city area where the facility is located. Proximity to family, hospitals, and green space matters for both quality of life and ease of visitation. Consider drive time and transit access when evaluating location.
Licensed bed capacity. Larger facilities (300+ beds) often have more specialized programs but can feel institutional. Smaller homes (under 150 beds) tend to deliver more personalized care. Compare with Avg Res/Day to understand how full the facility typically runs.
Percentage of licensed beds filled on an average day. Color indicates financial health: green (90%+) = operationally strong, typically profitable. Amber (80–89%) = stable but leaving revenue on the table. Orange (70–79%) = financial strain likely, may struggle with fixed costs. Red (<70%) = significant distress, closure or ownership change risk increases sharply.
This facility's occupancy rate compared to the statewide average for similar facilities. A positive number means above-average demand. Facilities running 5%+ above the state average are typically the most sought-after in their market — a strong proxy for reputation.
CMS-adjusted total nurse hours per resident per day (RN + LPN + CNA combined). The national average is approximately 3.5 hrs. Higher is better — more direct care time per resident. Below 3.0 is a red flag. CMS weights RN hours more heavily because RNs handle complex clinical decisions that CNAs cannot.
A 0–100 score of a facility's regulatory inspection record, shown as a letter and compared with other facilities of the same kind in the same state. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine grade. It is not a government rating. A dash means we have no inspection data for that facility.
CMS Health Inspection star rating (1–5 stars), based on the 3 most recent annual state surveys plus any complaint investigations. This is the hardest rating to manipulate — it reflects real surveyor findings on-site. 5 stars = fewest deficiencies found. 1 star = most. It carries the heaviest weight in the Overall CMS rating.
CMS Staffing star rating (1–5 stars), based on daily nurse staffing hours submitted to CMS via verified payroll data. Compares RN, LPN, and CNA coverage relative to resident acuity level. 5 stars = well above expected staffing. Weekend staffing is evaluated separately, as that's where many facilities quietly reduce coverage.
CMS Quality Measures star rating (1–5 stars), based on 15 clinical outcome metrics including fall rates, pressure ulcers, antipsychotic drug use, and hospital readmissions. Captures actual resident health outcomes, not just compliance. High QM combined with low Health Inspection scores can indicate a facility with strong care but weak documentation practices.
Registered Nurse hours per resident/day compared to the statewide average. RNs are the highest-skilled nursing staff — they assess residents, manage medications, and respond to emergencies. A value of +50% means RN coverage is 50% above the state norm. Negative values are a concern for residents with complex or acute medical needs.
Total nursing staff hours (RN + LPN + CNA combined) per resident/day vs. the statewide average. A broader measure than RN vs State — it captures the entire care team. A facility can have high total staffing but low RN hours, meaning more aides and fewer nurses. Read both columns together for the full picture.
Total dollar amount of federal monetary fines (civil money penalties) issued by CMS in the past 3 years. Fines are only levied for serious violations — typically actual harm to residents, repeated uncorrected deficiencies, or systemic non-compliance. Even a single fine is noteworthy. Multiple fines strongly suggest a pattern, not isolated incidents.
Total health deficiency citations from the most recent standard inspection cycle. Minor citations (scope A–C) are common and often administrative in nature. Higher counts aren't always disqualifying, but should be read alongside Severe Citations to understand actual harm levels. Under 10 is strong for a large facility; 30+ warrants a closer look.
Average deficiency citations per CMS inspection (survey) in the reporting window — total citations divided by the number of inspections. Lower is better; compare alongside total Citations and Severe Citations for context.
Citations at CMS scope/severity level G or higher — G–I means actual harm occurred; J–L means residents were placed in immediate jeopardy. (D–F is potential for harm only). Examples include unaddressed falls, medication errors causing injury, neglect, or abuse.
Average number of residents in the building on any given day, derived from annual census data. Reflects true operating scale — a 400-bed facility running 200 residents/day operates very differently from one at 390. Higher resident counts generally mean more funded staffing hours.
Better Business Bureau rating (A+ to F). Reflects complaint history, business transparency, and how family disputes were resolved. A+ means no significant unresolved complaints. A blank (—) means the facility isn't BBB-accredited, which is common for healthcare providers and not necessarily a negative signal.
Walk Score® (0–100). Measures walkability of the surrounding area. 90–100 = Walker's Paradise. 70–89 = Very Walkable. 50–69 = Somewhat Walkable. Below 50 = Car-Dependent. Higher scores benefit family visitors, resident outings, and staff commuting.
The licensed owner or operator of record filed with CMS — the individual or organization legally accountable for the facility. Searching the operator name across other facilities can reveal chain or multi-site ownership, which matters: chain-operated homes tend to have more variable quality outcomes than independently run facilities.
What the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts — not gross billings. Taken from the latest complete annual cost report, so it is comparable across homes reporting the same period. Revenue alone doesn't indicate care quality, but it funds staffing and capital reinvestment. Pair with Payroll %. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
Staff salaries plus wage-related benefits from the latest complete annual cost report. Contract and agency labour is counted separately, under other operating costs, so a home leaning on agency staff can show a low figure here. Payroll is the cost most directly tied to care quality — compare with Payroll % for full context. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
Payroll as a share of NET PATIENT REVENUE (not gross revenue). Both figures come from the same cost-report year. A higher figure means more of each revenue dollar goes to staff pay. Read with the Staffing star rating to judge whether spend translates into coverage — and note that homes whose patient revenue covers only part of their operation can read implausibly high. The Georgia average is: 54.8% Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
CMS Certification Number: the unique federal identifier for this skilled nursing provider.
Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each nursing home is ranked against every other GA nursing home we track that reports that metric, not just the 211 on this page. See how we rank facilities
Overview of Douglasville Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
Douglasville Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is a nursing home in Douglasville, GA. Nursing home care provides ongoing nursing support for residents whose health needs require more than help with daily tasks alone, so the community may be a good fit for someone in that situation.
The community has 246 beds, placing it among larger nursing homes with more residents, staff and usually more programming. Total nurse staffing is 3h 40m per resident/day, representing daily hands-on nursing time for each resident. Payment options are Medicare, Medicaid and private pay: Medicare can cover short-term skilled care after a hospital stay rather than long-term residence, Medicaid can help when savings may not cover a long stay, and private pay means paying directly. Whitney Greenaway serves as the administrator.
Pruitthealth, Lilburn provides nursing home care, hospice care, and skilled nursing in Lilburn, GA. Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while hospice care supports residents receiving end of life care. This combination may be a good fit for a resident whose health needs require continuous nursing support or hospice services. The home has 152 beds, with private rooms for one resident and semi private rooms for shared living.
Two outdoor courtyards give residents places to spend time outside, while rehabilitation services support recovery focused care within the facility. A beauty salon and barber shop are available on site, so residents can receive grooming services without arranging an outside visit. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted. Total nurse staffing is 2h 36m per resident/day, representing the total nurse staffing time allocated per resident across a day, and Debra Mims serves as the administrator.
Two levels are named at Haralson Nsg & Rehab Center in Bremen, GA: skilled nursing plus a nursing home designation. A licensed nurse is in the building around the clock. No stretch of the night runs on a family’s goodwill instead of a license.
That arrangement suits someone needing clinical support that keeps going. The home has 120 beds. Three hours and thirty minutes of nursing goes to each resident daily.
Medicaid, private funds, and Medicare can all settle the bill here. Briyanna Richardson is the administrator. Rehabilitation is handled inside the building, so a missed ride is not a missed session. A salon covers personal care and grooming on site.
The Bell Minor Home offers nursing home care, hospice care, memory care, respite care, and skilled nursing in Gainesville, GA. Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.
Hospice care supports residents receiving end-of-life care, and respite care provides a short stay for a family whose usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. Rehabilitation services are also available, allowing residents to receive rehabilitation as part of their care.
The home has 104 beds. Total nurse staffing is 3 hours 5 minutes per resident each day, representing the nursing time assigned to each resident across a day.
Medicare is accepted for eligible short-term skilled care after a hospital stay, and private pay is also accepted. Michael Ostrozynski serves as the administrator. Respite care can suit a family that needs short-term support while a primary caregiver travels or recovers.
Harborview Rome is a nursing home in Rome, GA, offering memory care and skilled nursing. Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock. Memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for a resident at risk of wandering.
Short term rehabilitation is available after an illness, injury, or hospital stay when someone needs temporary rehabilitation services rather than a long term placement. These care options may suit a resident who needs nursing support, memory care supervision, or rehabilitation without a long term placement.
The home has 100 beds, with a 94% occupancy rate indicating that most beds are in use. Total nurse staffing is 3 hours and 11 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily hands on nursing time assigned to each resident. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families several listed ways to cover care. Residents can use free salon services at Esteem Salon and spend time in the outdoor covered patio area. Cardiac management is a specialized care program with a care track focused on cardiac needs, and Jennifer Lynn serves as the administrator. A Walk Score of 72 places the area in the very walkable band, meaning most errands can be completed on foot. For a resident who no longer drives, that can support independent trips for routine errands within walking distance.
Harborview Satilla is a 96 bed nursing home in Waycross, Georgia, offering memory care and skilled nursing. Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care around the clock, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for residents at risk of wandering. The combination may suit a resident whose needs include ongoing nursing oversight as well as a supervised memory care setting.
Rehabilitation services, including short term rehabilitation, support residents who need a temporary stay focused on recovery. Onsite physician and nurse practitioner services allow medical evaluation and follow up within the community. Residents can receive grooming through free salon services, spend time on the covered patio or in other outdoor spaces, and choose to eat in their rooms or in common areas. Religious services are also available for residents who wish to participate. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted; Chad Mixon serves as administrator, and total nurse staffing is 3h 11m per resident per day.
Riverview Health and Rehabilitation Center is a skilled nursing community in Savannah, Georgia. It prides itself as the largest facility in Chatham County with 190 beds in their private and semi-private rooms. Operating since 1961, it has established itself as a reputable and effective provider of opportunities for seniors to gain independence and live actively. With a broad spectrum of specialized services, residents get to experience unrivaled care as their unique needs are addressed. Included in their clinical services are IV therapy, wound care, comprehensive therapy services (physical, occupational, speech, and pet), and hospice, palliative, and respite care– to name a few. To achieve the best quality of life for all its residents, Riverview puts compassion at the core of its services. On top of the medical support available in this facility, the picturesque setting of the establishment nurtures the total well-being of its residents as they recover in a beautiful and comfortable environment.
Coastal Manor offers nursing home and skilled nursing care, adult day care, and respite care in Ludowici, GA. Nursing home and skilled nursing care provide ongoing nursing support, while adult day care gives a person care during daytime hours without an overnight stay. Respite care provides a short stay when a usual caregiver needs time away, so it may suit a family caregiver who is traveling or recovering.
Coastal Manor opened in 1984 and has 108 beds. Total nurse staffing is 3 hours and 56 minutes per resident each day, representing the daily hands on nursing time allocated to each resident, and staff coverage is available throughout the day and night. Mr William Mark Mckettrick serves as administrator.
Rehabilitation services support recovery and functional work at the community without requiring those services to be arranged elsewhere. A salon and hairstylist provide hair services on site, while a doctor, nutritionist, visiting pharmacist, and psychiatrist offer access to those professional services. Adult day, evening, and respite programs give families options for daytime attendance, evening support, or short stays.
Overview of Jonesboro Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
Jonesboro Nursing and Rehabilitation Center offers nursing home and skilled nursing care, memory care, hospice care, palliative care, and respite care in Jonesboro, GA. Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while rehabilitation services help residents work toward recovery or maintain function. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.
Hospice and palliative care focus on comfort and symptom management, while respite care offers a short stay when a usual caregiver needs time away. The range of care may suit a resident whose needs grow over time or a family caregiver who needs a short term arrangement. With 45 beds, the community is smaller, a scale at which staff and residents can get to know one another. Total nurse staffing is 3h 30m per resident/day, representing the daily hands on nurse time assigned to each resident. Natalie Recasner serves as the administrator.
Payment options include Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay. Medicare can cover short term skilled care after a hospital stay rather than long term residence, Medicaid can be relevant when a resident’s savings may not cover a long stay, and private pay allows families to pay directly. A Walk Score of 47 / 100 places the area in a car dependent setting, so most errands require a car or a ride.
Autumn Lane Health and Rehabilitation is a nursing home and skilled nursing facility in Gray, GA. Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock, so the community may be a good fit for someone whose health needs require ongoing nursing oversight. The home has 85 beds.
Total nurse staffing is 3 hours and 46 minutes per resident per day. This represents the daily hands on nursing time assigned to each resident. Autumn Lane Health and Rehabilitation accepts Medicare and private pay. Medicare can cover short term skilled care after a hospital stay, while private pay means a family pays directly for the care; Edward Nelson serves as the administrator.
Every nursing home above is evaluated across five weighted categories using CMS data including Care Compare, Payroll-Based Journal, and Medicare Cost Reports. Rank badges compare each home against other nursing homes in the same state — never against assisted living, memory care, or independent living communities.
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Avg Overall CMS Rating:2.6/ 5The average Overall CMS Rating for all CMS-certified nursing homes in Georgia. Ratings combine health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average:3.2/ 5
Avg Staffing Rating:2.3/ 5The average Staffing Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Georgia. Reflects nursing staff hours per resident per day (including RNs), adjusted for residents' care needs. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average:3.4/ 5
Avg Health Insp. Rating:2.8/ 5The average Health Inspection Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Georgia. Based on each facility's recent inspections and complaint investigations, weighing the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average:3.0/ 5
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Frequently Asked Questions about Nursing Homes in Georgia
What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in Georgia?
Assisted living in Georgia is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.
Does Georgia Medicaid cover nursing home care?
Yes — Georgia Medicaid covers nursing home care for residents who meet income, asset, and medical-need eligibility requirements. Most CMS-certified nursing homes accept Medicaid as a primary payer once long-term-care eligibility is established.
What is nursing home care?
Nursing homes (also called skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses, rehabilitation services, and long-term custodial care for residents with significant health or functional needs.
How many nursing homes are listed on this page?
This page features 211 nursing homes in Georgia. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.
How do I choose the right nursing home in Georgia?
Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Georgia, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.
What should I look for when visiting nursing homes in Georgia?
Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.
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