Best Nursing Homes in Macon, GA

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 8 nursing homes in Macon, GA using CMS data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank nursing homes in GA
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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 Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. NH (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. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over 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.
Cherry Blossom Health & Rehabilitation
NH
HOS
Macon
82
Facility 82
GA AVG 112
Rank #154 / 216
68.3%
Facility 68.3%
GA AVG 80.5%
Rank #131 / 162
-15%
3.55
Facility 3.55
GA AVG 3.56
Rank #72 / 180
B+ -25%0%
$0
Facility $0
GA AVG $38.9k
Rank #1 / 184
21
Facility 21
GA AVG 16.6
Rank #116 / 182
7.0
Facility 7.0
GA AVG 4.7
Rank #150 / 182
-56A+
3
Facility 3
GA AVG 45
Rank #212 / 222
Ryan Lawson
$5.9MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $5.9MFiscal year ending 06/2024
GA AVG $12.8M
Rank #141 / 169
$3.7MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $3.7MFiscal year ending 06/2024
GA AVG $5.7M
Rank #126 / 169
62.7%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility 62.7%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
GA AVG 54.8%
Rank #25 / 169
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Bolingreen Health & Rehabilitation
NH
SNF
Bowling Green
121
Facility 121
GA AVG 112
Rank #71 / 216
58.5%
Facility 58.5%
GA AVG 80.5%
Rank #147 / 162
-24%
3.82
Facility 3.82
GA AVG 3.56
Rank #44 / 180
B- +41%+2%
$16.8k
Facility $16.8k
GA AVG $38.9k
Rank #151 / 184
19
Facility 19
GA AVG 16.6
Rank #109 / 182
6.3
Facility 6.3
GA AVG 4.7
Rank #137 / 182
271--Jason Gerard
$7.6MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $7.6MFiscal year ending 06/2024
GA AVG $12.8M
Rank #118 / 169
$4.5MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $4.5MFiscal year ending 06/2024
GA AVG $5.7M
Rank #104 / 169
59.3%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility 59.3%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
GA AVG 54.8%
Rank #43 / 169
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Atrium Health Navicent Carlyle Place
NH
AL
IL
MC
SNF
Macon
40
Facility 40
GA AVG 112
Rank #204 / 216
76.0%
Facility 76.0%
GA AVG 80.5%
Rank #113 / 162
-6%
5.41
Facility 5.41
GA AVG 3.56
Rank #10 / 180
C- -29%+52%
$105.5k
Facility $105.5k
GA AVG $38.9k
Rank #177 / 184
14
Facility 14
GA AVG 16.6
Rank #77 / 182
3.5
Facility 3.5
GA AVG 4.7
Rank #50 / 182
530-
6
Facility 6
GA AVG 45
Rank #205 / 222
David Biek
$2.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $2.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
GA AVG $12.8M
Rank #168 / 169
$9.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $9.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
GA AVG $5.7M
Rank #16 / 169
366.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 366.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
GA AVG 54.8%
Rank #1 / 169
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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 8 analyzed for Macon. See how we rank facilities

Overview of Cherry Blossom Health & Rehabilitation

Cherry Blossom Health & Rehabilitation is a trusted home nestled in Macon, Georgia. This esteemed facility offers a comprehensive range of care, catering to both short-term and long-term needs. With a patient-centered approach, Cherry Blossom Health & Rehabilitation goes above and beyond to ensure residents receive the best possible care and support. Notably, it provides a full spectrum of transitional care services, fostering an environment that prioritizes residents’ well-being and comfort. As a nonprofit organization with 82 pets, the community radiates a sense of compassion and warmth, embracing all who enter its doors.

Residents can also relish in a multitude of amenities and facilities, from a well-stocked library and engaging activities room to a beauty salon and Wi-Fi-equipped community areas. The outdoor spaces beckon residents to enjoy the beauty of nature and find tranquility amidst the bustling environment. The community also takes pride in its restaurant-style dining, where delicious meals are served with a touch of elegance. 

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Overview of Bolingreen Health & Rehabilitation

Walk Score 0. That’s the first thing to know about Bolingreen Health & Rehabilitation’s location in Macon, Georgia; a car is required for every errand, appointment, and outing. The facility is in Macon’s Monroe County. For a nursing home placement, the practical effect is limited: most residents are receiving rehabilitation or skilled care on-site. The facility accepts Medicare and private pay.
The average length of stay is 97 days, which lands between short-term rehab and longer post-acute care. There are 84 residents currently in-house against a 121-bed capacity, an occupancy rate of 66.5%. Nursing coverage totals 3 hours and 36 minutes per resident per day, with 42 minutes of registered nurse time within that.

Rehabilitation services are organized around two named programs: recovery from planned surgeries, and recovery from accidents and illnesses. An active resident council meets regularly. Restaurant-style dining and an on-site gym are the confirmed on-site amenities.

Bolingreen Health & Rehabilitation is a Medicare-accepting nursing home in Macon focused on rehabilitation and post-acute recovery, with a 97-day average stay, confirmed skilled nursing and therapy programs, and a 66.5% occupancy rate that typically means availability.

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Overview of Atrium Health Navicent Carlyle Place

Atrium Health Navicent Carlyle Place offers nursing home, assisted living, independent living, memory care, and skilled nursing in Macon, GA. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks while a resident keeps an apartment; independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care; memory care provides a secured setting with supervision; and nursing home and skilled nursing provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock.

Several care levels are available in one community. A resident whose needs grow over time may be able to remain in the same community rather than move elsewhere.

Opened in 1994, Carlyle Place has 40 beds, making it a smaller community where staff and residents can get to know each other. Housing includes residences for one, two, or three people: the two and three person options can suit couples moving together or someone who wants a companion, while a one person residence is intended for a single resident.

Medicare and private pay are accepted. Medicare can cover short term skilled care after a hospital stay, while private pay means paying directly for services; total nurse staffing is 5h 25m per resident per day, the daily amount of nurse staffing assigned per resident.

A spa, garden, and patio provide spaces for personal care and outdoor time, while the wellness center and wellness program support organized wellness activities. Rehabilitation services are available through the community, and a doctor is on staff.

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Overview of Zebulon Park Health and Rehabilitation

Zebulon Park Health and Rehabilitation is a nursing home in Macon, GA, where residents receive ongoing nursing support and help with health related needs in a residential setting. Care here is ongoing and hands on.

Medicare may cover short term skilled care after a hospital stay, while private pay means care is paid for directly. The community may be a good fit for someone whose needs require ongoing nursing support rather than occasional assistance with daily tasks.

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Overview of Archway Transitional Care

Archway Transitional Care is a nursing home in Macon, Georgia, that focuses on rehabilitation and recovery for seniors transitioning from a hospital stay or illness. The surrounding area is somewhat walkable, with some nearby services within walking distance, though most errands and visits require transportation.

Daily nursing support provides direct care. It includes registered nurses providing about 23 minutes of care per resident each day, while nursing aides provide the bulk of hands-on support at approximately 2 hours and 39 minutes per resident each day. Licensed practical nurses provide another 31 minutes per resident per day.

Families considering Archway should tour the community to learn more about the care environment, meet the staff, and understand the daily rhythm of rehabilitation services offered. This will help families better understand what recovery looks like and how the home supports residents on their path back to independence.

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Overview of Magnolia Manor of Macon

Macon’s Vineville neighborhood is where you’ll find Magnolia Manor of Macon, tucked on Pierce Avenue about three miles from downtown. This place has been around a while, 43 years, and it shows up in how settled the whole operation feels. The building itself is four stories, holding 30 beds split between one and two bedroom setups.

Here’s something worth knowing upfront: as of March 2025, the community moved to an independent living focus. That’s a real shift, and it means residents get their own space while still being wrapped into a shared community around them.

Walkability sits right in the middle, a Walk Score of 51. Not a place where you can ditch the car entirely, but enough that a resident or a visiting family member can knock out a few errands on foot and reach some nearby spots without much hassle.

On the services side, there’s more going on than the building alone suggests. Catered living takes the pressure off daily meal planning. Rehabilitation care is available on-site. Supportive housing rounds things out for residents who need a bit more structure.

Add in transportation services and options for staying active through fitness and recreation, and you’ve got a community that’s thought through more than just where people sleep. Pets are welcome too, which matters more than people expect when someone’s leaving a long-time home behind.

Ma Tara Henry runs things as administrator. Zooming out a bit, Susie Fussell has been with Magnolia Manor since 2010 and now oversees emergency preparedness across the organization, which speaks to some institutional depth behind this specific location. Georgia’s Department of Community Health handles inspections here, and what shows up across this community’s inspection history leans toward staffing and staff credentials, plus how care planning gets documented.

This is a 43-year-old, pet-friendly independent living community in a walkable Macon neighborhood, backed by an organization with real staying power and a service list built around actual daily needs, not just square footage.

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Overview of Atrium Health Navicent Rehabilitation Hospital

Atrium Health Navicent Rehabilitation Hospital is a thriving institution with a rich history, established in 1988, offering comprehensive inpatient and outpatient recovery programs and alternative options for exceptional nursing home care. With a dedicated team of healthcare professionals and skilled clinicians, they are equipped with the latest techniques, technologies, and training to deliver top-notch senior care. Atrium Health Navicent Rehabilitation Hospital ensures that it adheres to nursing home rules and regulations, creating an environment of excellence and compassion for every resident.
With a legacy spanning decades, this institution has remained committed to providing the highest level of care and support for seniors. Their comprehensive recovery programs, accompanied by alternative options, cater to the diverse needs of residents, ensuring that all aspects of well-being are prioritized. From support groups to enriching dining experiences, this vibrant community embraces every resident and provides a nurturing space where healing and care intertwine harmoniously.

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Overview of Coliseum Rehabilitation Center

Coliseum Rehabilitation Center in Macon, Georgia, operates a nursing facility focusing on short-term recovery, community return, and respite stays. Because the property does not participate in Medicare or Medicaid, residents manage expenses through private-pay arrangements or alternative insurance funding. The medical team remains on-site 24 hours a day to oversee therapeutic transitions following surgical procedures, major injuries, or hospital stays.

Local data shows that over 60% of short-stay residents seamlessly transition back home or to community living, outperforming state targets. Hospital readmissions and emergency room visits track below regional medians, and state evaluation metrics list a citations-per-inspection rate of zero.

Daily shift charts reveal that nurse aides provide the primary care layer at 1 hour and 59 minutes per resident daily, while registered nurses cover 24 minutes and physical therapists log 1 minute per day. The building grounds accommodate small pets and feature an outdoor patio, a library, a computer room, a spa, and structured activities like yoga, tai chi, and musical events.

Families coordinating short-term rehabilitation services can contact the admissions department at Coliseum Rehabilitation Center directly to check current space availability, verify specific out-of-pocket pricing, or coordinate a facility walkthrough.

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Ranking Methodology

How we rank these nursing homes

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.

  • CMS data
  • 5 weighted categories
  • Updated quarterly
Full methodology

Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Care Quality
  • 20%
    Staffing
  • 20%
    Regulatory
  • 20%
    Operational
  • 5%
    Environment
01

Care Quality 35%

The largest single share of every ranking. CMS star ratings and quality measures that reflect actual care delivered to residents.

  • Includes
  • Overall Rating
  • Health Inspection
  • QM Rating
  • Long-Stay QM
  • Short-Stay QM
02

Staffing Adequacy 20%

The strongest predictor of resident outcomes. Volume and stability of nursing care, drawn from CMS Payroll-Based Journal.

  • Includes
  • Nurse Hrs/Res/Day
  • RN vs State
  • Total Nurse Staff Hrs vs State
  • RN Turnover
03

Regulatory & Safety Record 20%

Inspection patterns that star ratings can mask. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • Citations
  • Citations/Inspection
  • Severe Citations
  • Fines
  • Accreditations
04

Operational & Financial Stability 20%

Stable operations and sound finances are leading indicators of consistent care over time.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy vs State
  • Avg Length of Stay
  • Revenue
  • Payroll %
  • Years in Operation
  • Admin Tenure
05

Environment & Accessibility 5%

Context that matters to families but doesn't directly measure clinical care. Weighted lower for nursing homes than for assisted or independent living.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • BBB Rating
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Frequently Asked Questions about Nursing Homes in Macon, GA

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 8 nursing homes in Macon, GA. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right nursing home in Macon, GA?

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 Macon, GA, 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 Macon, GA?

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.

Nursing Homes in Macon at a glance

Avg Overall CMS Rating: 2.0/ 5The average Overall CMS Rating for all CMS-certified nursing homes in Macon, GA. 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: 2.7/ 5The average Staffing Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Macon, GA. 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: 2.0/ 5The average Health Inspection Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Macon, GA. 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