Mix of rehab and long-term care
This home supports both short-term rehab and long-term care, with residents staying for a wide range of durations.
Blakeford at Green Hills
Blakeford at Green Hills is an Assisted Living Home in Tennessee
Blakeford at Green Hills is an Assisted Living Home in Tennessee
Blakeford at Green Hills
Blakeford at Green Hills is an Assisted Living Home in Tennessee
Blakeford at Green Hills is an Assisted Living Home in Tennessee
Overview of Blakeford at Green Hills
Blakeford Senior Life is a nonprofit organization based in Nashville that has been dedicated to serving seniors for over 20 years. Tucked in lush and scenic acres, the community focuses on enriching the lives of its residents. They offer various lifestyle options, including independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Their Life Care program offers a long-term care plan to protect the assets of their residents and ensure their peace of mind.
Currently, Blakeford Senior Life is expanding with 50 new spacious apartment homes and new facilities. They provide different amenities based on the lifestyle option chosen, but all residents have access to a library, wellness center with a pool, gym, and spa, wireless internet, utilities, programs and excursions, guest privileges, therapy services, transportation, and much more. This home is sure to offer a lot more in the years to come, providing seniors the unimaginable kind of care that they deserve.
Brian Barnes has served as President and CEO of Blakeford Senior Life since 2018. He brings over 20 years of senior leadership experience in finance and operations within not-for-profit senior living and healthcare organizations. Brian’s expertise includes campus development, mergers, and managing home and community-based services. He holds a bachelor’s degree in accounting and is a licensed CPA, having completed the Long-Term Care Administrator program.
Quality ratings
Official CMS rating based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
Official CMS rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
Official CMS rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
Official CMS rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
Capacity and availability
Smaller home
May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.
Total beds
83
This home usually has availability
Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.
Occupancy rate
77.1%
Residents per day (avg)
70
Occupancy rate
77.1%
Residents per day (avg)
70
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
Might be optimal for
Flexible care needs
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
43% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
26 days
Private pay
57% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
2 - 3 months
Finances and operations
Proprietary home
Corporation
Home revenue
$28.2M
Operating loss
-$2.3M
Proprietary home
Corporation
Home revenue
$28,187,716.00
Operating loss
$-2,346,046.00
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$10.8M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Other operating costs
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$19.0M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$29.9M
Comparison Chart
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Blakeford at Green Hills
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Nashville
83
No
-
36
HARPER, LAKECIA
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$13,809,771.00
$10,839,367.00
78.5%
70.30
4/5
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3/5
5/5
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MC
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RC
Respite Care
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Yes
A+
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EC OPCO Hendersonville, LLC
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5.2 miles from city center
11 Burton Hills Blvd, Nashville, TN 37215
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Staffing Data
Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)
221
Total Staff
64
Employees
157
Contractors
39,212
Total Hours (Quarter)
48
Avg Staff/Day
9
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
| Role ⓘ | Count ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ | Uses Contractors? ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | 21 | 10 | Yes |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 58 | 9.8 | Yes |
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 102 | 10 | Yes |
Staff by Category
Administration ⓘ
2 staff
7.7hs shift avg
Nursing Staff ⓘ
185 staff
9.9hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners ⓘ
4 staff
9.1hs shift avg
Therapy Services ⓘ
23 staff
6.5hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation ⓘ
1 staff
7.5hs shift avg
Social Services ⓘ
3 staff
6.1hs shift avg
Dietary Services ⓘ
2 staff
7.8hs shift avg
Other Services ⓘ
1 staff
8hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
40%
of total hours from contractors
15,683 contractor hours this quarter
Physical Therapy Assistant: 4
Certified Nursing Assistant: 65
Licensed Practical Nurse: 50
Registered Nurse: 12
Speech Language Pathologist: 7
Respiratory Therapy Technician: 6
Qualified Social Worker: 3
Physical Therapy Aide: 4
Occupational Therapy Aide: 1
Clinical Nurse Specialist: 1
Feeding Assistant: 1
Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1
Medical Director: 1
Therapeutic Recreation Specialist: 1
| Role ⓘ | Employees ⓘ | Contractors ⓘ | Total Staff ⓘ | Total Hours ⓘ | Days Worked ⓘ | % of Days ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 37 | 65 | 102 | 16,849 | 91 | 100% | 10 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 8 | 50 | 58 | 7,382 | 91 | 100% | 9.8 |
| Registered Nurse | 9 | 12 | 21 | 3,132 | 91 | 100% | 10 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 3 | 0 | 3 | 1,804 | 76 | 84% | 9.3 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 7 | 7 | 1,515 | 91 | 100% | 6.2 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 6 | 6 | 1,308 | 78 | 86% | 6.9 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 2 | 1 | 3 | 1,306 | 80 | 88% | 9.5 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 4 | 4 | 996 | 76 | 84% | 6.6 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 2 | 0 | 2 | 952 | 71 | 78% | 7.8 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 3 | 3 | 716 | 72 | 79% | 6.1 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 4 | 4 | 645 | 74 | 81% | 5.8 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 0 | 1 | 1 | 504 | 63 | 69% | 8 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 488 | 61 | 67% | 8 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 476 | 60 | 66% | 7.9 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 440 | 55 | 60% | 8 |
| Therapeutic Recreation Specialist | 0 | 1 | 1 | 381 | 51 | 56% | 7.5 |
| Feeding Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 289 | 36 | 40% | 8 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 27 | 7 | 8% | 3.9 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 2 | 2% | 2 |
Health Inspection History
Source: CMS Health Citations (Apr 2018 – Mar 2022)
3
Inspections
13
Total Citations
0
Critical (J-L)
0
Serious (G-I)
4.33
Citations/Inspection
Mar 2022
Last Inspection
Citation Severity Distribution
What do these levels mean?
Top Deficiency Categories
Pharmacy Services
3
23% of total
Resident Rights
2
15% of total
Citation Sources
Standard Inspections
13
Complaint Investigations
0
State Comparison (TN)
Citations
13
Tennessee average: 15.4
Critical Citations
0
Tennessee average: 1.1
Recent Citations (Last 3 Years)
| Date | Severity ? | Category | Tag | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 23, 2022 | E | Nursing Services | F0727 | Corrected |
| Mar 23, 2022 | D | Nutrition | F0808 | Corrected |
| Mar 23, 2022 | D | Nutrition | F0812 | Corrected |
| Mar 23, 2022 | D | Pharmacy | F0761 | Corrected |
| Mar 23, 2022 | D | Care Planning | F0656 | Corrected |
| Mar 23, 2022 | E | Care Planning | F0657 | Corrected |
| Mar 23, 2022 | D | Resident Rights | F0580 | Corrected |
| Mar 23, 2022 | D | Resident Rights | F0583 | Corrected |
| Apr 16, 2019 | F | Nutrition | F0812 | Corrected |
| Apr 04, 2018 | D | Pharmacy | F0760 | Corrected |
| Apr 04, 2018 | D | Pharmacy | F0761 | Corrected |
| Apr 04, 2018 | D | Care Planning | F0636 | Corrected |
| Apr 04, 2018 | D | Care Planning | F0640 | Corrected |
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Ownership: Non-Profit Corporation
Resident Census by Payment Source
62
Total Residents
Medicare
15
(24.2%)
ⓘ
Private Pay/Other
47
(75.8%)
ⓘ
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
ⓘ
CCRC
ⓘ
Family Engagement
Active councils help families stay involved in care decisions and facility operations.
Active
Resident Council
ⓘ
Quality Measures
CMS quality measures assess care quality for long-stay and short-stay residents. Lower percentages generally indicate better outcomes for most measures.
Source: CMS Nursing Home Compare (Data as of Jan 2026)
High-Risk Clinical Events
13.0
Score
24% worse than avg
Tennessee avg: 10.5
Composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and ADL decline
Functional Decline
22.4
Score
15% worse than avg
Tennessee avg: 19.5
Composite score based on ADL decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence
Long-Stay Resident Measures
Measures for residents who stay 101 days or more. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care.
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
23.4%
Lost Too Much Weight
4.0%
Urinary Tract Infection
1.5%
Depressive Symptoms
0.0%
Falls with Major Injury
4.5%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
100.0%
Antipsychotic Use
19.2%
Walking Ability Worsened
29.7%
Influenza Vaccine
97.1%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
3.6%
Low Risk Long-Stay Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
14.2%
Short-Stay Resident Measures
Measures for residents who stay 100 days or less (typically rehabilitation patients).
Pneumococcal Vaccine
97.1%
22% better than avg
Tennessee: 79.7%
Short-Stay Residents Who Received a New Antipsychotic Medication
1.3%
24% better than avg
Tennessee: 1.7%
Influenza Vaccine
53.6%
33% worse than avg
Tennessee: 79.8%
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for Blakeford at Green Hills based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
77.1%
↑ 0.1pp vs 2022
Net Income
-$2,346,046
↑ ~$279K vs 2022
Total Payroll
$12,745,225
↑ ~$2.8M vs 2022
Profit Margin
-17.0%
↑ 4.4pp vs 2022
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Program
State Program Name
Eligibility
Benefits
CHOICES Program
TN Medicaid CHOICES
Official government program page
- General: Age 65+ or disabled, Tennessee 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).
- TN Specifics: Managed care model; high rural demand.
- Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), respite (240 hours/year), adult day care ($65/day), home modifications ($1,500 avg.).
Tennessee Options for Community Living
TN Options
Official government program page
- General: Age 60+, Tennessee resident, at risk of nursing home.
- Income Limits: ~$2,000/month (individual, varies).
- Asset Limits: $5,000 (individual).
- TN Specifics: Limited funding; rural/urban balance.
- Services: In-home care (3-5 hours/week), respite (up to 10 days/year), transportation (~5 trips/month).
Medicare Savings Program (MSP)
Tennessee Medicare Savings Program
Official government program page
- General: Age 65+ or disabled, TN resident, Medicare Part A/B.
- Income Limits (2025): ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
- Asset Limits: $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
- TN Specifics: Three tiers; includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.
- Services: Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month), deductibles ($240/year), copays (~20%).
Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
Tennessee LIHEAP
- General: Age 60+ prioritized, TN resident, low-income household.
- Income Limits (2025): ~$3,970/month (individual, 185% FPL).
- Asset Limits: Not assessed; income-focused.
- TN Specifics: Covers gas, electric, propane; emergency aid available.
- Services: Heating/cooling aid ($300-$1,000/season), emergency aid ($500 max).
Family Caregiver Support Program (FCSP)
Tennessee Family Caregiver Support Program
Official government program page
- General: Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; TN resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).
- Income Limits (2025): No strict cap; prioritizes low-income (~$24,980/year).
- Asset Limits: Not assessed; need-based.
- TN Specifics: Includes grandparent caregivers; high rural demand.
- Services: Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year), adult day care ($60/day), training, supplies (~$500/year).
Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)
Tennessee SCSEP
Official government program page
- General: Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, TN resident.
- Income Limits (2025): ~$1,983/month (125% FPL).
- Asset Limits: Not specified; income-focused.
- TN Specifics: Priority for veterans, rural residents; AARP/Goodwill partnership.
- Services: Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour), job placement.
VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits
Tennessee VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound
- General: Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, TN resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
- Income Limits (2025): Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
- Asset Limits: ~$155,356 (net worth limit).
- TN Specifics: High veteran population; supports rural/urban care needs.
- Services: Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living).
Elderly Nutrition Program
Tennessee Elderly Nutrition Program
Official government program page
- General: Age 60+, TN resident; no income limit but prioritizes low-income.
- Income Limits (2025): None; donations encouraged.
- Asset Limits: Not assessed.
- TN Specifics: Serves ~50,000 annually; 200+ congregate sites plus Meals on Wheels.
- Services: Congregate meals ($5-$7/meal value) at senior centers, home-delivered meals ($5-$7/meal).
Property Tax Relief Program
Tennessee Property Tax Relief Program
Official government program page
- General: Age 65+, TN resident, homeowner/renter (or widow/er 50+, disabled 18+).
- Income Limits (2025): ~$45,000/year (household, excludes half of Social Security).
- Asset Limits: Not assessed; income-focused.
- TN Specifics: Rebates up to $1,000; serves ~100,000 annually.
- Services: Tax rebates (~$250-$1,000 based on income; e.g., $1,000 if income < $8,000).
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TN Medicaid CHOICES
CHOICES Program
Requirements:
General:Age 65+ or disabled, Tennessee 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).
TN Specifics:Managed care model; high rural demand.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), respite (240 hours/year), adult day care ($65/day), home modifications ($1,500 avg.).
TN Options
Tennessee Options for Community Living
Requirements:
- General:Age 60+, Tennessee resident, at risk of nursing home.
- Income Limits:~$2,000/month (individual, varies).
- Asset Limits:$5,000 (individual).
- TN Specifics:Limited funding; rural/urban balance.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: In-home care (3-5 hours/week), respite (up to 10 days/year), transportation (~5 trips/month).
Tennessee Medicare Savings Program
Medicare Savings Program (MSP)
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+ or disabled, TN resident, Medicare Part A/B.
- Income Limits (2025):~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
- Asset Limits:$9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
- TN Specifics:Three tiers; includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month), deductibles ($240/year), copays (~20%).
Tennessee LIHEAP
Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
Requirements:
- General:Age 60+ prioritized, TN resident, low-income household.
- Income Limits (2025):~$3,970/month (individual, 185% FPL).
- Asset Limits:Not assessed; income-focused.
- TN Specifics:Covers gas, electric, propane; emergency aid available.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Heating/cooling aid ($300-$1,000/season), emergency aid ($500 max).
Tennessee Family Caregiver Support Program
Family Caregiver Support Program (FCSP)
Requirements:
- General:Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; TN resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).
- Income Limits (2025):No strict cap; prioritizes low-income (~$24,980/year).
- Asset Limits:Not assessed; need-based.
- TN Specifics:Includes grandparent caregivers; high rural demand.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year), adult day care ($60/day), training, supplies (~$500/year).
Tennessee SCSEP
Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)
Requirements:
- General:Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, TN resident.
- Income Limits (2025):~$1,983/month (125% FPL).
- Asset Limits:Not specified; income-focused.
- TN Specifics:Priority for veterans, rural residents; AARP/Goodwill partnership.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour), job placement.
Tennessee VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound
VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, TN resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
- Income Limits (2025):Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
- Asset Limits:~$155,356 (net worth limit).
- TN Specifics:High veteran population; supports rural/urban care needs.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living).
Tennessee Elderly Nutrition Program
Elderly Nutrition Program
Requirements:
- General:Age 60+, TN resident; no income limit but prioritizes low-income.
- Income Limits (2025):None; donations encouraged.
- Asset Limits:Not assessed.
- TN Specifics:Serves ~50,000 annually; 200+ congregate sites plus Meals on Wheels.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Congregate meals ($5-$7/meal value) at senior centers, home-delivered meals ($5-$7/meal).
Tennessee Property Tax Relief Program
Property Tax Relief Program
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+, TN resident, homeowner/renter (or widow/er 50+, disabled 18+).
- Income Limits (2025):~$45,000/year (household, excludes half of Social Security).
- Asset Limits:Not assessed; income-focused.
- TN Specifics:Rebates up to $1,000; serves ~100,000 annually.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Tax rebates (~$250-$1,000 based on income; e.g., $1,000 if income < $8,000).
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