Azalea Health and Rehabilitation Center
Nursing Home & Memory Care · Augusta, GA
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Azalea Health and Rehabilitation Center

Nursing Home & Memory Care · Augusta, GA
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.
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Azalea Health and Rehabilitation Center accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.

Overview of Azalea Health and Rehabilitation Center

Operating for nine years on Anthony Road in Augusta, Georgia, Azalea Health and Rehabilitation Center is a 99-bed nursing home owned by Jessica Love. The facility maintains an average occupancy rate of 88 percent, with residents staying for about two months on average. This timeline reflects a daily routine split between short-term rehab therapy and longer-term medical stays. Families can handle billing through state Medicaid, traditional Medicare, or private funds.

A car is necessary for most local trips, as the surrounding neighborhood is only moderately walkable with a score of 58 out of 100. Indoors, residents receive roughly 2 hours and 54 minutes of direct nursing care every day from the floor staff. Supported by on-site physicians, the clinical team coordinates specialized services like cardiac management and on-site dialysis treatments. Daily amenities include telephone service, free Wi-Fi, cable TV, and free salon and barber services five days a week.

Recent evaluations highlighted several areas for improvement, specifically focusing on infection control, RN staffing levels, resident assessments, communication with families, and medication delivery systems, which the administration continues to actively address.

Interested individuals can call the main reception desk to verify current room availability, ask questions about the specialized dialysis setup, or plan a time to tour the campus.

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.
▼ 61.5% Below GA avg. ▼ 61.5% Below GA avg.GA average: 2.6Click 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.
▼ 28.4% Below GA avg. ▼ 28.4% Below GA avg.GA average: 2.8Click 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.
▼ 55.7% Below GA avg. ▼ 55.7% Below GA avg.GA average: 2.3Click 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.
▼ 64.8% Below GA avg. ▼ 64.8% Below GA avg.GA average: 2.8Click 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 Georgia state averages

Total nursing care / resident Info This home is ranked 159th out of 202 homes in Georgia 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.
2h 54m per day
Rank #159 / 202Nurse hours — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 159th out of 202 homes in Georgia. Shows adjusted nurse hours per resident per day benchmarked to the Georgia average, with a ranking across 202 Georgia facilities. More hours mean more direct care. The national average is about 3.5 hrs; below 3.0 is a red flag.Rankings are based only on facilities in Georgia 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 Georgia avg (3h 33m per day)
vs Georgia avg
-18%

2 of 6 metrics below state avg

Standout metric Weekend RN is +190% above 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. 55m per day ▲ 83% State avg: 30m 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. 41m per day ▼ 27% State avg: 56m 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. 2h 0m per day ▼ 7% State avg: 2h 9m per day · National avg: 2h 21m 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. 3h 17m per day ▲ 6% State avg: 3h 6m 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. 5m per day ▲ 55% State avg: 3m 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. 58m per day ▲ 190% State avg: 20m per day · National avg: 29m per day

Capacity and availability

Avg. Length of Stay
61 days
Bed community size
99-bed community Rank #245 / 672Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 245th out of 672 homes in Georgia. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Georgia facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Rankings are based only on facilities in Georgia 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.
Years in operation
9 years in operation Rank #273 / 670Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 273rd out of 670 homes in Georgia. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Georgia facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Rankings are based only on facilities in Georgia 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.
An established community with some operational experience and growing routines.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 58 / 100 Rank #225 / 873Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 225th out of 873 homes in Georgia. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Georgia facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Rankings are based only on facilities in Georgia 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.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
88%
Rank #79 / 325Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 79th out of 325 homes in Georgia. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Georgia average, with its Statewide rank out of 325. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Rankings are based only on facilities in Georgia 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 Georgia average: 78.1%
Occupied beds
87 / 99
Average occupied beds in Georgia homes 88 beds

Awards

Bronze Quality Award from the AHCA

License Details

Facility TypeNursing Home
StatusSnf/nf Dual Cert
IssuanceNovember 1, 2016
CountyRichmond
CMS Certification Number115044
AccreditationsThe Joint Commission, American Health Care Association (AHCA), Georgia Health Care Association (GHCA)

Ownership & Operating Entity

Azalea Health and Rehabilitation Center is administered by Ms. Ellie Basham.

Payment & Insurance

1 service
Accept Medicare

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Rehabilitation Services

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Doctor on Staff
24-Hour Staffing

Contact Information

Amenities & Lifestyle

Comfortable Patient Rooms
In-Room Or Common Area Dining
Free Wi-Fi And Cable Tv
Telephone Service Available
Free Beautician And Barber Services At Our Esteem Salons Five Days A Week
Warm And Welcoming Staff
Specific ProgramsHealthcare Solutions, On-Site Dialysis, Cardiac Management, Esteem Salons
Operating Hours24 hours

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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.

Since 2016 · 10 years of data 47 deficiencies

Inspection Scorecard Info 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 2016 vs. Georgia state average
Overall vs. GA average 2 Worse Metrics worse than Georgia average:
• Total deficiencies (124% above)
• Deficiencies per year (124% above)
0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
Latest Inspection November 17, 2025 Annual Inspection

Deficiencies Info Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityGA Averagevs. GA Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 4721 This facility has 124% more total deficiencies than a typical Georgia nursing home (47 vs. GA avg 21).↑ 124% worse
Deficiencies per year Info Average deficiencies per year since 2016. 4.72.1 This facility has 124% more deficiencies per year than a typical Georgia nursing home (4.7 vs. GA avg 2.1).↑ 124% worse

Inspection Reports Summary Info An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

  • November 17, 2025 inspection found 2 deficiencies including failure to ensure 8 consecutive RN hours on six days and poor staff hand hygiene increasing infection risk.
  • March 14, 2025 survey cited 7 deficiencies involving medication errors, delayed pharmacy deliveries, inadequate ADL assistance, and failure to coordinate PASRR Level II assessments.
  • April 20, 2023 complaint investigation substantiated failures to notify a resident’s representative of hospital transfer, inaccurate MDS coding, and inadequate respiratory care equipment maintenance.

Health Inspection History

Inspections since 2021
Total health inspections 4

Georgia average 3.4


Last Health inspection on Nov 2025

Total health citations
14 Rank #89 / 203Health citations — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 89th out of 203 homes in Georgia. Shows this facility's total health deficiency citations benchmarked to the Georgia State average, with a ranking across all 203 GA facilities. Lower citation counts earn a better rank.Rankings are based only on facilities in Georgia 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.

Georgia average 16.6

Citations per inspection
3.5 Rank #61 / 203Citations per inspection — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 61st out of 203 homes in Georgia. Shows average deficiency citations per CMS inspection for this facility versus the Georgia mean across 203 facilities with citation data. Lower is better.Rankings are based only on facilities in Georgia 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.

Georgia average 4.68


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

2 of 14 citations resulted from standard inspections; 2 of 14 resulted from complaint investigations; and 10 of 14 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).

Breakdown of citation severity (last 5 years)
Critical health citations
0
100% better than Georgia average

Georgia average: 0.7


Serious health citations
0
100% better than Georgia average

Georgia average: 0.5

0 critical citations Georgia average: 0.7

0 serious citations Georgia average: 0.5

14 moderate citations Georgia average: 15.2

0 minor citations Georgia average: 0.2
Citations history (last 5 years)
Infection Control moderate citation Nov 17, 2025
Corrected

Nursing Services moderate citation Nov 17, 2025
Corrected

Abuse/Neglect moderate citation Mar 16, 2025
Corrected

Pharmacy moderate citation Mar 16, 2025
Corrected

Staffing Data

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

Total staff 107
Employees 104
Contractors 3
Staff to resident ratio 1.20 : 1
15% fewer staff per resident than Georgia average
Georgia average ratio: 1.42 : 1 Georgia average ratio: 1.42 : 1See full Georgia ranking
Avg staff/day 43
Average shift 8.5 hours
0% compared with Georgia average
Georgia average: 8.3 hours Georgia average shift: 8.3 hoursSee full Georgia ranking
Total staff hours (quarter) 33,805

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 All 19 RN Staff are full-time employees. No contractors work on this role. 19
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 8.9 hours
Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

LPN Staff Info All 17 LPN Staff are full-time employees. No contractors work on this role. 17
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 8.7 hours
Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

CNA Staff Info All 35 CNA Staff are full-time employees. No contractors work on this role. 35
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 9.3 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

1.7%

560 contractor hours this quarter

Feeding Assistant: 1 Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1 Occupational Therapy Aide: 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 Assistant3503512,53292100%9.3
Registered Nurse190196,44292100%8.9
Licensed Practical Nurse170175,18492100%8.7
Medication Aide/Technician100104,01492100%8.8
Clinical Nurse Specialist3036696470%8
Respiratory Therapy Technician4046408693%4.6
Administrator1015126470%8
Qualified Social Worker1015126470%8
Feeding Assistant0115046368%8
Dietitian1014946672%7.5
Nurse Practitioner1014645863%8
RN Director of Nursing1014405863%7.6
Mental Health Service Worker1013574650%7.8
Physical Therapy Assistant3033235459%4.3
Physical Therapy Aide4043175863%4.8
Other Dietary Services Staff1013064043%7.7
Occupational Therapy Aide0113244%8
Speech Language Pathologist1012789%3.3
Occupational Therapy Assistant0112433%8
Therapeutic Recreation Specialist10114910%1.5
35 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
19 Registered Nurse
% of Days 100%
17 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 100%
10 Medication Aide/Technician
% of Days 100%
3 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days 70%
4 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days 93%
1 Administrator
% of Days 70%
1 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days 70%
1 Feeding Assistant
% of Days 68%
1 Dietitian
% of Days 72%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days 63%
1 RN Director of Nursing
% of Days 63%
1 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days 50%
3 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days 59%
4 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days 63%
1 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days 43%
1 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days 4%
1 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days 9%
1 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days 3%
1 Therapeutic Recreation Specialist
% of Days 10%

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.

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. 13.0
27% worse than Georgia average

Georgia average: 10.3

Functional decline score Info A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence. 19.8
14% worse than Georgia average

Georgia average: 17.4

Long-stay resident measures
Average Georgia avg: 3.1 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 16.3%
In line with Georgia average

Georgia average: 16.8%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 29.9%
54% worse than Georgia average

Georgia average: 19.4%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 13.2%
18% better than Georgia average

Georgia average: 16.1%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 2.3%
27% better than Georgia average

Georgia average: 3.2%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 8.3%
31% worse than Georgia average

Georgia average: 6.3%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 1.0%
60% better than Georgia average

Georgia average: 2.5%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 8.1%
35% worse than Georgia average

Georgia average: 6.0%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 37.8%
332% worse than Georgia average

Georgia average: 8.7%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 16.6%
13% better than Georgia average

Georgia average: 19.1%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 66.9%
27% worse than Georgia average

Georgia average: 91.5%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 46.9%
51% worse than Georgia average

Georgia average: 95.0%

Hospitalizations per 1,000 days Info Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days. 2.50
15% worse than Georgia average

Georgia average: 2.18

ED visits per 1,000 days Info Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days. 1.59
19% better than Georgia average

Georgia average: 1.97

Short-stay resident measures
Significantly below average Georgia avg: 2.2 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 25.4%
68% worse than Georgia average

Georgia average: 80.6%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 0.0%
100% better than Georgia average

Georgia average: 2.2%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 17.8%
77% worse than Georgia average

Georgia average: 78.2%

Re-hospitalized after SNF stay Info Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission. 24.1%
In line with Georgia average

Georgia average: 24.2%

Emergency department visits Info Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit. 12.6%
In line with Georgia average

Georgia average: 12.2%

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

Georgia average: 0.8%

Successful return to home or community Info Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility. 26.9%
47% worse than Georgia average

Georgia average: 50.6%

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

16% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 1 - 2 months

Private pay

42% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 1 - 2 months

Medicaid

42% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 3 months

Facility Characteristics

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

Total residents 89
Medicare
5
5.6% of residents
Medicaid
48
53.9% of residents
Private pay or other
36
40.4% 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.

Finances and operations

Based on CMS SNF Cost Report for fiscal year ending in 12/2023.

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."
$9.6M
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."
-$770.9K
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."
$9.6M Rank #105 / 197Revenue — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 105th out of 197 homes in Georgia. Shows this facility's annual revenue compared to the Georgia average. Higher revenue generally means more resources for staffing and capital — read alongside Payroll %.Rankings are based only on facilities in Georgia 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."
-$770.9K
Other income Info Money the home earns outside of resident care — such as investments, grants, rentals and other non-operating sources (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3). It is tracked separately from net patient revenue: it is not part of that figure, and it is not included in net patient income.
$38.4K
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 #102 / 197Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 102nd out of 197 homes in Georgia. Shows total annual staff payroll benchmarked to the Georgia average. Higher payroll investment relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on cheaper contract labor.Rankings are based only on facilities in Georgia 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.
$5.3M 54.7% 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 #82 / 197Payroll % — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 82nd out of 197 homes in Georgia. Shows payroll as a percentage of revenue versus the Georgia average. Well-run Georgia facilities typically land around 50–62% — the top third Statewide. Below 25% may signal understaffing or heavy agency use — read with Staffing ratings.Rankings are based only on facilities in Georgia 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).
$5.1M
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).
$10.4M

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Mostly long-term care residents

Most residents stay for extended periods and receive ongoing daily care.

New residents most often arrive under private pay (42% of admissions), and a typical private pay stay runs around 1 - 2 months.

Admissions
491 total

Coverage residents most often arrive under.

Medicare 16%
Private pay 42%
Medicaid 42%
Discharges
512 total

Coverage residents most often leave under.

Medicare 13%
Private pay 40%
Medicaid 47%

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Address 5.1 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Augusta's city center to Azalea Health and Rehabilitation Center's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Rank #155 / 203
6.5
Facility 6.5
GA AVG 4.7
Rank #157 / 203
294-
44
Facility 44
GA AVG 39
Rank #387 / 873
Christina Engel
$9.5M
Facility $9.5M
GA AVG $15.7M
Rank #113 / 197
$5.3M
Facility $5.3M
GA AVG $4.3M
Rank #95 / 197
56.5%
Facility 56.5%
GA AVG 42.6%
Rank #59 / 197
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Azalea Health and Rehabilitation Center
NH
MC
Augusta
99
Facility 99
GA AVG 88
Rank #245 / 672
87.9%
Facility 87.9%
GA AVG 78.1%
Rank #79 / 325
+13%
2.91
Facility 2.91
GA AVG 3.56
Rank #159 / 202
+104%-18%
$0
Facility $0
GA AVG $38.9k
Rank #1 / 204
14
Facility 14
GA AVG 16.6
Rank #89 / 203
3.5
Facility 3.5
GA AVG 4.7
Rank #61 / 203
-90-
58
Facility 58
GA AVG 39
Rank #225 / 873
Jessica Love
$9.6M
Facility $9.6M
GA AVG $15.7M
Rank #105 / 197
$5.3M
Facility $5.3M
GA AVG $4.3M
Rank #102 / 197
54.7%
Facility 54.7%
GA AVG 42.6%
Rank #82 / 197
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Financial Assistance for
Nursing Home in Georgia

Azalea Health and Rehabilitation Center is located in AUGUSTA, Georgia.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Georgia.

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Community Care Services Program

Georgia Medicaid CCSP

Age 65+ or disabled
General Georgia 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).
GA

High rural demand; waitlists possible.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Adult day care (~$75/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Meals

Respite Care Program

Georgia NFCSP Respite

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

Focus on metro and rural balance.

Benefits
In-home aide (4-6 hours/day) Adult day care (~$75/day) Facility stay (up to 5 days)

Home and Community Services (HCS)

Georgia Home and Community Services (Non-Medicaid)

Age 60+
General Georgia resident, functionally impaired, at risk of nursing home placement.
Income Limits (2025) No strict limit; prioritizes ~$41,000/year; cost-sharing for higher incomes.
Asset Limits Not specified; need-based.
GA

Non-Medicaid; AAA-managed.

Benefits
Personal care (4-6 hours/day) Homemaker Adult day care ($80/day) Respite (~5 days/year)

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Georgia Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General Georgia resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI).
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
GA

Three tiers; entitlement benefit.

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

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

Georgia Medicaid PACE

Age 55+
General Georgia resident, nursing home-level care need, safe with PACE support.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
GA

Limited areas (e.g., Macon, Augusta).

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Medical care Meals Transportation Therapy

SOURCE (Service Options Using Resources in a Community Environment)

Georgia Medicaid SOURCE Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General Georgia resident, Medicaid-eligible, frail but not necessarily nursing home-level.
Income Limits (2025) ~$914/month (SSI level); QIT allowed.
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
GA

Enhanced primary care model; statewide via 12 sites.

Benefits
Personal care (4-6 hours/day) Case management Adult day health ($80/day) Respite (limited)

Optional State Supplementation (OSS)

Georgia Optional State Supplementation

Age 65+ or disabled
General Georgia resident, in approved facility, low-income/SSI recipient.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,004/month including SSI
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
GA

~$20-$489/month based on facility type.

Benefits
Cash (~$20-$489/month) for room/board in personal care homes

Frequently Asked Questions about Azalea Health and Rehabilitation Center

Is Azalea Health and Rehabilitation Center in a walkable area?

Azalea Health and Rehabilitation Center has a walk score of 58. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the occupancy rate at Azalea Health and Rehabilitation Center?

Azalea Health and Rehabilitation Center's occupancy is 88%.

What is the best email address for Azalea Health and Rehabilitation Center?

The team at Azalea Health and Rehabilitation Center can be reached at ElBasham@SavaSC.com.

Does Azalea Health and Rehabilitation Center operate as a for-profit or non-profit?

Azalea Health and Rehabilitation Center is registered as a for-profit in GA.

Who is the administrator of Azalea Health and Rehabilitation Center?

Ms ELLIE BASHAM is the administrator of Azalea Health and Rehabilitation Center.

How many beds does Azalea Health and Rehabilitation Center have?

Azalea Health and Rehabilitation Center has 99 beds.

Are there photos of Azalea Health and Rehabilitation Center?

Yes — there are 11 photos of Azalea Health and Rehabilitation Center in the photo gallery on this page.

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