Mostly long-term care residents
Most residents stay for extended periods and receive ongoing daily care.
New residents most often arrive under Medicaid (37% of admissions), and a typical Medicaid stay runs around 9 - 10 months.
Owned by Zina Christian, Diversicare of Shelby is a nursing home focused on rehabilitation and complex medical care. Found in downtown Shelby, Mississippi., the facility houses 60 beds and currently serves 55 residents, keeping a steady 91 percent occupancy rate. This size makes it an intimate option that can support short-term rehabilitation stays and longer-term nursing care. The average stay is about 132 days, indicating a mix of residents recovering from hospital episodes and those requiring ongoing skilled nursing.
The home is built around robust on-site nursing support. Total daily nursing care averages 3 hours and 40 minutes per resident, spread out across registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, and nursing aides. The staff mix ensures that clinical oversight is paired with attentive daily care and attention, a setup that bolsters the facility’s strength in post-acute rehabilitation and medically complex cases. Shelby’s downtown location has mixed walkability, scoring 41 out of 100 on walkability measures. While some nearby services are accessible on foot, most visits and outings need a quick drive. That said, the central location keeps the home close to regional health services and community resources for visiting families. Accepted are Medicaid, Medicare, and private pay, giving families multiple routes to cover care. Whether a resident is coming for short-term rehab after surgery or hospitalization, or for ongoing skilled nursing support, the blend of specialized staffing and rehabilitation focus makes Diversicare of Shelby a pragmatic option in Shelby.
Diversicare of Shelby is administered by Zina Christian.
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Last Health inspection on Jul 2025
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Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
All 11 citations resulted from standard inspections.
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Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.
Manages medical care and health needs.
Assists with medical care and medications.
Helps with daily care and mobility.
Total hours from contractors
1,916 contractor hours this quarter
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 33 | 0 | 33 | 9,553 | 92 | 100% | 7.4 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 12 | 0 | 12 | 3,978 | 92 | 100% | 9.3 |
| Registered Nurse | 14 | 0 | 14 | 1,522 | 92 | 100% | 8.7 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 2 | 0 | 2 | 721 | 62 | 67% | 7.5 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 496 | 62 | 67% | 8 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 2 | 2 | 473 | 68 | 74% | 6.8 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 465 | 61 | 66% | 7.6 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 2 | 2 | 454 | 58 | 63% | 7.8 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 3 | 3 | 398 | 57 | 62% | 5.4 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 3 | 3 | 374 | 60 | 65% | 5.8 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 364 | 46 | 50% | 7.9 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 3 | 3 | 99 | 26 | 28% | 3.7 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 0 | 1 | 1 | 49 | 25 | 27% | 2 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 36 | 6 | 7% | 6 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 34 | 9 | 10% | 3.8 |
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.
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
28% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
35% of new residents, often for short stays.
37% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Family members meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Organized group of family members that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, resident care, and activities.
Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.
Historical financial and operational data for Diversicare of Shelby from 2011–2024, based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Based on CMS SNF Cost Report for fiscal year ending in 06/2024.
Most residents stay for extended periods and receive ongoing daily care.
New residents most often arrive under Medicaid (37% of admissions), and a typical Medicaid stay runs around 9 - 10 months.
Coverage residents most often arrive under.
Coverage residents most often leave under.
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Estimated distance in miles from Shelby's city center to Diversicare of Shelby's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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The information below is reported by the Mississippi State Department of Health, Bureau of Health Facilities Licensure.
| Diversicare of Shelby | NH HC MC NC | Shelby | - | 60 | - | 41 | - |
| Gulfport Care Center | NH HC MC | Gulfport | - | 90 | - | 9 | Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms |
| Woodland Village Nursing Center | NH HC IL MC PC RC | Diamondhead | - | 132 | - | 40 | Private Rooms |
| The Pillars of Biloxi | NH HC NC RC | Biloxi | - | 180 | - | 27 | - |
| Traceway Retirement Community | NH AL IL MC | Tupelo (West Main Street) | - | 140 | - | 43 | Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms |
Diversicare of Shelby is legally operated by DAC of Shelby, LLC, and administered by Zina Christian.
Diversicare of Shelby has a walk score of 41. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
Diversicare of Shelby's occupancy is 91%.
Diversicare of Shelby is registered as a for-profit in MS.
Zina Christian is the administrator of Diversicare of Shelby.
Diversicare of Shelby has 60 beds.
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