Occupancy rate
86%
In line with Georgia averageMostly short-term rehab stays
Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.
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CMS overall rating
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.
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.
Camellia Gardens of Life Care
Nursing Home in Georgia
CMS overall rating
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.
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.
Camellia Gardens of Life Care
Camellia Gardens of Life Care is a skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility located in Thomasville, GA. It offers a variety of services including 24-hour skilled nursing care and rehabilitation programs. The facility is designed to provide a homelike atmosphere for residents and patients.
Quality ratings
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.
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.
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.
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.
Nursing care per resident
This shows how many total hours of nursing staff time are available per resident each day. Higher numbers usually mean more staff support.
Capacity and availability
Smaller home
May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.
Total beds
83
This home usually has limited availability
Occupancy is moderate, suggesting balanced demand.
Occupancy rate
85.5%
Residents per day (avg)
71
Occupancy rate
85.5%
Residents per day (avg)
71
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
Might be optimal for
Short stays
Recovery
Medicare-covered care
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
49% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
1 months
Private pay
38% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
1 - 2 months
Medicaid
13% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
1 years
Finances and operations
Privately-owned community
Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$10.1M
Profit
$1.2M
Privately-owned community
Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$10,050,608.00
Profit
$1,155,782.00
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$4.0M
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.
$4.9M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$8.9M
83-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
51 years in operation
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
An independent rating from the Better Business Bureau based on factors such as complaint history, transparency, and business practices.
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About this community
Occupancy
In line with Georgia averageOccupied beds
71 / 83
Average residents
88 per day
Facility TypeNursing Home
StatusSnf/nf Dual Cert
IssuanceDecember 1, 1974
CountyTHOMAS
CMS Certification Number115570
Camellia Gardens of Life Care is administrated by Ms VICKI COOPER.
Staffing
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
ContactRhod Finelaus
Rehabilitation Services
Skilled Nursing
24-Hour Staffing
Rehabilitation
Email
[email protected]
24-Hour Security And Fire Safety Systems
Beauty Salon And Barber Shop
Bedside And Bathroom Call Lights
Certified Dietitian
Community Re-Entry Program
Complimentary Wireless Internet
Daily Activity Schedule
Family/Resident Councils
Fine Dining Program
Flat-Screen Tvs
Flexible Visiting Hours
Full-Time
Certified Activity Director
Homelike Setting
Housekeeping And Laundry Services
Landscaped Grounds And Courtyards
Library
Non-Smoking Facility
Pet Visitors Allowed
Private And Semiprivate Rooms
Private Bathrooms
Religious Services
Patient/Family Education Program
Telephone And Cable Television Hookups
Transportation Services
Specific ProgramsSkilled Nursing, Rehabilitation, Alzheimer's & Dementia Care, Independent & Assisted Living
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.
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Latest inspection
Date
June 16, 2025
Follow Up49 deficiencies
Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
Georgia average: 21 deficiencies
Inspection Report Summary for Camellia Gardens of Life Care
The most recent inspection on June 16, 2025, identified one deficiency related to improper labeling of the fire alarm power circuit. Earlier inspections in 2025 showed multiple deficiencies in life safety code compliance, emergency preparedness, resident care including pain management and fall prevention, and environmental cleanliness. Complaint investigations from 2023 and 2025 were unsubstantiated, and no fines or enforcement actions were listed in the available reports. The facility has a history of life safety and medication management issues dating back several years, with some prior deficiencies corrected upon follow-up surveys. Recent inspections indicate ongoing challenges with life safety and environmental maintenance, suggesting a mixed trend without clear overall improvement.
Health Inspection History
Inspections
Total health inspections
3
Georgia average 3.4
Last Health inspection on May 2025
Total health citations
11
Georgia average 16.6
Citations per inspection
3.67
Georgia average 4.68
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
6 of 11 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 5 of 11 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).
Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations
0
0
100% better than Georgia averageGeorgia average: 0.7
Serious Health citations
0
0
100% better than Georgia averageGeorgia average: 0.5
0 critical citations
0 serious citations
11 moderate citations
0 minor citations
Citations history (last 3 years)
Pharmacy moderate citation
Issues related to medication management, including how drugs are stored, administered, and monitored.
May 02, 2025
Issues related to medication management, including how drugs are stored, administered, and monitored.
May 02, 2025
Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation
Issues related to how well residents receive appropriate treatment and support for their medical and daily care needs.
May 02, 2025
Issues related to how well residents receive appropriate treatment and support for their medical and daily care needs.
May 02, 2025
Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation
Issues related to how well residents receive appropriate treatment and support for their medical and daily care needs.
May 02, 2025
Issues related to how well residents receive appropriate treatment and support for their medical and daily care needs.
May 02, 2025
Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation
Issues related to how well residents receive appropriate treatment and support for their medical and daily care needs.
May 02, 2025
Issues related to how well residents receive appropriate treatment and support for their medical and daily care needs.
May 02, 2025
Corrected
Data sourced from CMS Health Deficiencies reports. Citation severity codes range from A (least serious) to L (most serious). Immediate Jeopardy (J-L) citations indicate situations where the facility's noncompliance has placed residents at risk of death or serious harm.
Compare Nursing Homes around Georgia The information below is reported by the Georgia Department of Community Health, Healthcare Facility Regulation Division.
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Camellia Gardens of Life Care
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Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
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Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
THOMASVILLE
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$10.0M
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Altamaha Healthcare Center
NH
Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
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Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
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Alzheimer’s Outreach Center of South Ga Inc
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Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
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Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
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Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
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Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
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Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
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Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)
This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.
Total staff
102
Employees
98
Contractors
4
Staff to resident ratio
1.36:1
6% worse than Georgia averageGeorgia average ratio: 1.45:1
Avg staff/day
42
Average shift
7.1 hours
14% worse than Georgia averageGeorgia average: 8.3 hours
Total staff hours (quarter)
27,282
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse
Manages medical care and health needs.
Total count
11
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.3 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.3 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Assists with medical care and medications.
Total count
16
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
6.9 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
6.9 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Helps with daily care and mobility.
Total count
44
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Contractor staffing
Total hours from contractors
0.5%
133 contractor hours this quarter
Occupational Therapy Assistant: 2
Occupational Therapy Aide: 1
Medical Director: 1
Staff by category
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 44 | 0 | 44 | 13,335 | 91 | 100% | 7 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 16 | 0 | 16 | 4,458 | 91 | 100% | 6.9 |
| Registered Nurse | 11 | 0 | 11 | 2,269 | 91 | 100% | 8.3 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 3 | 0 | 3 | 1,458 | 65 | 71% | 8.1 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 4 | 0 | 4 | 788 | 68 | 75% | 6.2 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 529 | 65 | 71% | 8.1 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 5 | 0 | 5 | 521 | 64 | 70% | 5.7 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 520 | 65 | 71% | 8 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 492 | 63 | 69% | 7.8 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 2 | 0 | 2 | 492 | 65 | 71% | 7.4 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 477 | 61 | 67% | 7.8 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 474 | 61 | 67% | 7.8 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 1 | 0 | 1 | 462 | 58 | 64% | 8 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 3 | 0 | 3 | 452 | 68 | 75% | 6.1 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 4 | 0 | 4 | 422 | 65 | 71% | 5.6 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 0 | 1 | 1 | 70 | 16 | 18% | 4.4 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 2 | 2 | 34 | 4 | 4% | 8.6 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 29 | 3 | 3% | 9.5 |
44 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days
100%
16 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days
100%
11 Registered Nurse
% of Days
100%
3 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days
71%
4 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days
75%
1 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days
71%
5 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days
70%
1 Administrator
% of Days
71%
1 Dietitian
% of Days
69%
2 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days
71%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days
67%
1 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days
67%
1 RN Director of Nursing
% of Days
64%
3 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days
75%
4 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days
71%
1 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days
18%
2 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days
4%
1 Medical Director
% of Days
3%
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total census
75 residents
Residents by payment source
Medicare
19 residents (25.3%)
Medicaid
47 residents (62.7%)
Private pay or other
9 residents (12%)
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.
Data sourced from CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics quarterly report. Payer mix reflects the current resident census by primary payment source.
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
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
5.8
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
5.8
44% better than Georgia averageGeorgia average: 10.3
Functional decline score
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
14.7
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
14.7
16% better than Georgia averageGeorgia average: 17.4
Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
8.3%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
8.3%
51% better than Georgia averageGeorgia average: 16.8%
Walking Ability Worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
10.7%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
10.7%
45% better than Georgia averageGeorgia average: 19.4%
Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
25.0%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
25.0%
55% worse than Georgia averageGeorgia average: 16.1%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
3.4%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
3.4%
6% worse than Georgia averageGeorgia average: 3.2%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
3.9%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
3.9%
38% better than Georgia averageGeorgia average: 6.3%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
0.0%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
0.0%
100% better than Georgia averageGeorgia average: 2.5%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
2.6%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
2.6%
57% better than Georgia averageGeorgia average: 6.0%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
3.5%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
3.5%
60% better than Georgia averageGeorgia average: 8.7%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
14.5%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
14.5%
24% better than Georgia averageGeorgia average: 19.1%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
98.3%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
98.3%
7% better than Georgia averageGeorgia average: 91.5%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
100.0%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
100.0%
5% better than Georgia averageGeorgia average: 95.0%
Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
98.0%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
98.0%
22% better than Georgia averageGeorgia average: 80.6%
Antipsychotic medication increase
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
1.3%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
1.3%
40% better than Georgia averageGeorgia average: 2.2%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
100.0%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
100.0%
28% better than Georgia averageGeorgia average: 78.2%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
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 (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total fines amount
$7K
83% lower than Georgia averageGeorgia average: $40K
Number of fines
1
51% fewer fines than Georgia averageGeorgia average: 2.1
Payment Denials
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
0
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
0
100% fewer payment denials than Georgia averageGeorgia average: 0.3
Fines amount comparison
Fines amount comparison
This facility
$7K
Georgia average
$40K
Penalty History
Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.
Civil Money Penalty
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
May 2, 2025
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
May 2, 2025
$7K
Last updated: Jan 2026
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for Camellia Gardens of Life Care based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
85.4%
↓ 0.9pp vs 2023
Net Income
$1,155,782
↓ ~$66K vs 2023
Total Payroll
$4,808,535
↑ ~$47K vs 2023
Profit Margin
11.5%
↓ 1.1pp vs 2023
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