Diversicare of Martin

Diversicare of Martin is a Memory Care Home in Tennessee

Diversicare of Martin is a Memory Care Home in Tennessee

Diversicare of Martin

158 Mt Pelia Rd, Martin, TN 38237 View Map

Diversicare of Martin is a Memory Care Home in Tennessee

Diversicare of Martin is a Memory Care Home in Tennessee

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Overview of Diversicare of Martin

Experience unrivaled care and assistance with Diversicare of Martin, a distinguished senior living community in Mount Pelia Road, Martin, TN, offering various care services including complex medical care, memory care, long-term care, short-stay rehabilitation, and hospice care. With a team of compassionate and specially trained professionals available around the clock, seniors can rest assured of receiving the utmost care for their every need. The community goes above and beyond to provide a safe place for seniors to flourish and live their lives to the fullest.

The community respects residents’ autonomy and ensures they receive the help they need and prefer while retaining their independence. Enriching activities and stimulating programs are also conducted to keep residents happy and moving. Diversicare of Martin is a haven for seniors in need of assistance in their daily living especially with its comprehensive care services.

731-587-0503

Managed by Terri Bodkins

Administrator

Terri Bodkins serves as the Administrator at Diversicare of Martin, overseeing the facility located in Martin, Tennessee. She is responsible for managing daily operations and ensuring quality care for residents at this senior living community.

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Nurse hours per resident 3.29/day
Overall rating Info Official CMS rating based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
5/5
Health Inspection Info Official CMS rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
4/5
Staffing Info Official CMS rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
2/5
Quality Measures Info Official CMS rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
5/5

Capacity and availability

Medium-capacity home

Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.

Total beds 150

This home usually has availability

Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.

Lower demand than the Tennessee average
Occupancy rate 61.3%
Residents per day (avg) 91
Occupancy rate
61.3%
Residents per day (avg)
91

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Mostly short-term rehab stays

Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.

Might be optimal for
Short stays Recovery Medicare-covered care

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

40% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 1 - 2 months

Private pay

39% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 2 - 3 months

Medicaid

21% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 1 - 2 years

Finances and operations

Proprietary home
Corporation
Home revenue
$11.8M
Profit
$1.3M
Proprietary home Corporation
Home revenue
$11,780,399.00
Profit
$1,304,100.00
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$3.6M
30.4% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$6.9M
Total costs $10.5M
Bed community size
150-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Years in operation
34 years in operation
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 19 / 100
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

About this community

License Status
Licensed
Facility Type
Nursing Home
License Date
January 7, 1992
License Expiration
September 6, 2026

Additional licensing details

License number: 00000281
CMS Certification Number: 445249

Ownership & operating entity

Diversicare of Martin is legally operated by Diversicare Leasing LP, and administrated by Terri Bodkins.

What does this home offer?

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Accept Medicaid: Yes, Accept

Total residents icon
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Total Residents: 150 Residents

Types of Care at Diversicare of Martin

Memory Care
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Comparison Chart

The information below is reported by the Tennessee Department of Health, Division of Health Care Facilities.
Compare Memory Care around Martin
Diversicare of Martin
AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

IL

Independent Living For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.

MC

Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.

SNF

Nursing Homes 24/7 care needed

Martin
150
No
19
BODKINS, TERRI
61.3%
$10,903,954.00
$3,582,750.00
32.9%
90.50
5/5
3.2942
4/5
2/5
5/5
Greenbrier Meadows
AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

MC

Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.

RC

Respite Care

Martin
50
Yes
35
Martin Residential, LLC
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Address 2.1 miles from city center

Address 158 Mt Pelia Rd, Martin, TN 38237

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Staffing Data

Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)

101
Total Staff
83
Employees
18
Contractors
30,915
Total Hours (Quarter)
42
Avg Staff/Day
8.1
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
Role Count Avg Shift (hrs) Uses Contractors?
Registered Nurse99.6 No
Licensed Practical Nurse219.2 No
Certified Nursing Assistant448 No
Staff by Category
Administration
2 staff
8hs shift avg
Nursing Staff
75 staff
8.4hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners
5 staff
8hs shift avg
Therapy Services
14 staff
6.5hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Social Services
3 staff
6hs shift avg
Dietary Services
1 staff
8.2hs shift avg
Other Services
1 staff
8.4hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
8.2%
of total hours from contractors
2,535 contractor hours this quarter
Qualified Social Worker: 3 Speech Language Pathologist: 4 Medical Director: 1 Physical Therapy Assistant: 2 Physical Therapy Aide: 3 Respiratory Therapy Technician: 3 Occupational Therapy Aide: 1 Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1
Role Employees Contractors Total Staff Total Hours Days Worked % of Days Avg Shift (hrs)
Certified Nursing Assistant4404415,09191100%8
Licensed Practical Nurse210216,89391100%9.2
Registered Nurse9091,9499099%9.6
Clinical Nurse Specialist4041,8996571%8
Speech Language Pathologist0449257279%7.1
Physical Therapy Aide0335516673%7.5
Mental Health Service Worker1015396470%8.4
Administrator1015126470%8
Nurse Practitioner1015126470%8
Dietitian1015106268%8.2
RN Director of Nursing1014746167%7.8
Physical Therapy Assistant0224636875%6.8
Qualified Social Worker0333405662%6
Respiratory Therapy Technician0331294549%2.8
Occupational Therapy Aide01170910%7.8
Occupational Therapy Assistant0113467%5.7
Medical Director0112433%8

Health Inspection History

Source: CMS Health Citations (Jun 2021 – Apr 2025)

2
Inspections
8
Total Citations
0
Critical (J-L)
0
Serious (G-I)
4
Citations/Inspection
Apr 2025
Last Inspection
Citation Severity Distribution
Minor (A-C)
0
Moderate (D-F)
8
Serious (G-I)
0
Critical (J-L)
0
What do these levels mean?
Top Deficiency Categories
Pharmacy Services
2
25% of total
Infection Control
1
13% of total
Resident Rights
1
13% of total
Quality of Life & Care
1
13% of total
Abuse, Neglect & Exploitation
1
13% of total
Citation Sources
Standard Inspections 8
Complaint Investigations 0
State Comparison (TN)
Citations
8
Tennessee average: 15.4
Critical Citations
0
Tennessee average: 1.1
Recent Citations (Last 3 Years)
DateSeverity ?CategoryTagStatus
Apr 03, 2025 D Abuse/NeglectF0604 Corrected
Apr 03, 2025 D Infection ControlF0880 Corrected
Apr 03, 2025 D PharmacyF0761 Corrected
Apr 03, 2025 D Care PlanningF0658 Corrected
Apr 03, 2025 D Resident RightsF0578 Corrected
Jun 16, 2021 F NutritionF0812 Corrected
Jun 16, 2021 D PharmacyF0760 Corrected
Jun 16, 2021 D Quality of CareF0693 Corrected

Facility Characteristics

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

Ownership: For-Profit Corporation
Part of: Diversicare Leasing Corporation
Resident Census by Payment Source
91 Total Residents
Medicare 8 (8.8%)
Medicaid 58 (63.7%)
Private Pay/Other 25 (27.5%)
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
Family Member Group
Nurse Aide Training
Family Engagement

Active councils help families stay involved in care decisions and facility operations.

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
7.0 Score
33% better 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
13.6 Score
30% better 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
7.5%
Lost Too Much Weight
5.2%
Urinary Tract Infection
0.7%
Depressive Symptoms
4.0%
Falls with Major Injury
6.3%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
99.7%
Antipsychotic Use
22.5%
Walking Ability Worsened
11.8%
Influenza Vaccine
100.0%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
4.1%
Low Risk Long-Stay Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
21.6%
Short-Stay Resident Measures

Measures for residents who stay 100 days or less (typically rehabilitation patients).

Pneumococcal Vaccine
89.4% 12% better than avg Tennessee: 79.7%
Short-Stay Residents Who Received a New Antipsychotic Medication
1.3% 25% better than avg Tennessee: 1.7%
Influenza Vaccine
76.6% Near average Tennessee: 79.8%

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Claim What’s Yours: Financial Aid for Tennessee Seniors

Program
State Program Name
Eligibility
Benefits
CHOICES Program
  • 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
  • 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)
  • 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).

Claim What’s Yours Financial Aid for Tennessee Seniors

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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