Big Springs Place
Nursing Home · Georgia, GA
Big Springs Place
Nursing Home · Georgia, GA
Big Springs Place is a 50-bed assisted living and memory care facility at 131 Melissa Lane in Cedartown, Georgia. Serving Polk County, the community provides specialized cognitive support and rehabilitation services alongside 24-hour staffing and wellness programs. The property includes communal lounges and an activity room designed for social and recreational engagement.
State regulatory data from the Georgia Department of Community Health reveals an average of three deficiencies per year, which is 39% better than the state benchmark. While the facility achieved a citations-per-inspection rate of zero in its most recent 2022 audits, its earlier history is marked by substantiated reports of staff misconduct and resident exploitation. Between 2019 and 2021, state investigations documented incidents where staff members photographed residents in compromising positions for social media and another instance where a staff member diverted narcotic medications by replacing them with over-the-counter alternatives.
Clinical and safety oversight has also faced challenges regarding resident supervision and facility security. A 2021 investigation substantiated a resident elopement through an unsecured memory care exit while the unit was operating with below-minimum staffing levels. Historical records also cite failures in governing body oversight following the disappearance of narcotics from medication carts and various fire safety violations, such as exit doors failing to close properly during alarms.
Supportive services are coordinated for 50 residents, though administrative diligence has been inconsistent over the past five years. While recent inspections suggest a period of operational improvement with no new violations cited in 2022, the facility has previously struggled with maintaining resident dignity and professional ethical standards. No formal fines are currently listed in the available history, but the documented behavioral violations resulted in multiple staff terminations and police notifications.
Prospective representatives who prioritize a small-scale setting should perform a thorough interview with the current management to ensure that rigorous ethical training and background checks are strictly enforced. This community is most appropriate for residents whose families can provide active advocacy to ensure that the perfect compliance record seen in 2022 remains the standard. Given the history of elopement and staffing gaps, interested individuals are encouraged to personally verify the current staff-to-resident ratios and the functionality of all memory care exit alarms during an on-site visit.
50-bed community Rank #494 / 672Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 494th out of 672 homes in Georgia. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Georgia SNFs. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
10 years in operation Rank #217 / 670Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 217th out of 670 homes in Georgia. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Georgia SNFs. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A community with a solid operating history and experience delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score: 69 / 100 Rank #108 / 873Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 108th out of 873 homes in Georgia. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Georgia SNFs. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.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
Facility TypePersonal Care Home
IssuanceMarch 22, 2016
CountyPolk
Big Springs Place is administrated by Ms Angie Ashmore.
Rehabilitation Services
Doctor on Staff
24-Hour Staffing
Community Outings
Social And Recreational Program
Wellness Program
Lounges
Activity Room
Specific ProgramsVillage Gallery
Food Description3-Course Meals (& snacks!)
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 2017 · 9 years of data
15 deficiencies
Inspection Scorecard
This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, 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
Overall vs. GA average
0 Worse
No metrics in this bucket.
2 Better
Metrics better than Georgia average:
• Total deficiencies (29% below)
• Deficiencies per year (26% below)
• Total deficiencies (29% below)
• Deficiencies per year (26% below)
Latest Inspection
October 8, 2022
Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies
| This Facility | GA Average | vs. GA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 15 | 21 | This facility has 29% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Georgia nursing home (15 vs. GA avg 21).↓ 29% better |
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Deficiencies per year
Average deficiencies per year since 2017.
| 1.7 | 2.3 | This facility has 26% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Georgia nursing home (1.7 vs. GA avg 2.3).↓ 26% better |
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
The most recent inspection on October 8, 2022, found no deficiencies. Earlier inspections showed a pattern of deficiencies related primarily to resident dignity and respect, staffing and supervision, and medication management. Several substantiated complaints involved staff misconduct such as verbal abuse, exploitation through inappropriate social media posts, and medication tampering, with staff terminations and police involvement in some cases. Enforcement actions such as fines or license suspensions were not listed in the available reports. The facility’s record shows some improvement over time, with the most recent inspections having no cited violations after earlier issues were addressed.
Read the full inspection reports for this facility, including detailed findings and corrective actions.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Big Springs Place
Is Big Springs Place in a walkable area?
Big Springs Place has a walk score of 69. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
Who is the administrator of Big Springs Place?
Ms ANGIE ASHMORE is the administrator of Big Springs Place.
How many beds does Big Springs Place have?
Big Springs Place has 50 beds.
Are there photos of Big Springs Place?
Yes — there are 4 photos of Big Springs Place in the photo gallery on this page.
What is the address of Big Springs Place?
Big Springs Place is located at 131 MELISSA LANE.
What is the phone number of Big Springs Place?
(770) 749-0905 will put you in contact with the team at Big Springs Place.
What county is Big Springs Place located in?
Big Springs Place is in Polk County.
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