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East Lake Arbor
Nursing Home, Hospice Care, Respite Care & Skilled Nursing · Decatur, GA
CMS overall rating Info CMS (the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) is the federal agency that rates nursing home quality. Its Overall Rating runs from 1 to 5 stars, combining health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most heavily.
East Lake Arbor East Lake Arbor, Nursing Home in Decatur, GA — Staff and residents celebrating outside the facility sign

East Lake Arbor

Nursing Home, Hospice Care, Respite Care & Skilled Nursing · Decatur, GA
CMS overall rating Info CMS (the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) is the federal agency that rates nursing home quality. Its Overall Rating runs from 1 to 5 stars, combining health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most heavily.
304 5Th Ave, Decatur, GA 30030 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
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Overview of East Lake Arbor

Led by administrator Gregory Forbes, East Lake Arbor is a nursing home in the Oakhurst neighborhood of Decatur, Georgia. The two-story community offers skilled nursing care, hospice care, and respite care and has served residents for 9 years. It has 103 beds, providing an established setting for both short-term and long-term care.

Skilled nursing, wound care, rehabilitation, personal care, concierge services, and companionship are all part of the community’s care. Residents receive an average of about 2 hours and 5 minutes of nursing care each day from registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, and nurse aides. An active resident council also allows residents to share feedback on community policies, activities, and quality of life.

The community accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, giving families several ways to cover the cost of care. Residents stay an average of about 180 days. The population is a mix of short-term rehabilitation and longer-term nursing care. East Lake Arbor has an occupancy rate of 82%.

State inspections by Georgia’s Department of Community Health have mainly focused on care planning, documentation, infection control, resident rights, call-light response times, and building maintenance, including pest management. Families touring East Lake Arbor may want to ask how these areas are managed as part of the community’s daily operations . The Oakhurst neighborhood has a Walk Score of 63, which is moderately walkable. Some nearby shops and services can be reached on foot, but other errands and outings require a short drive.

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Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info 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.
▼ 23.1% Below GA avg. ▼ 23.1% Below GA avg.GA average: 2.6Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Health Inspection Info 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.
▼ 28.4% Below GA avg. ▼ 28.4% Below GA avg.GA average: 2.8Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Staffing Info 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.
▼ 11.3% Below GA avg. ▼ 11.3% Below GA avg.GA average: 2.3Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Quality Measures Info 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.
▲ 5.7% Above GA avg. ▲ 5.7% Above GA avg.GA average: 2.8Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Staffing hours Info Daily nursing hours per resident by staff type, reported to CMS. Higher is generally better — compare this facility to state and national averages to see where staffing stands.

Hours per resident per day vs Georgia averages

Rank #178 / 180Nurse hours — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 178th out of 180 homes we track in Georgia for nurse hours. Shows adjusted nurse hours per resident per day benchmarked to the Georgia average, with a ranking across 180 Georgia facilities. More hours mean more direct care. The national average is about 3.5 hrs; below 3.0 is a red flag.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Georgia that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Total nursing care Info This home is ranked 178th out of 180 homes we track in Georgia for nurse hours. Total adjusted nursing hours per resident per day, combining RN, LPN, and aide time. CMS adjusts this for case-mix so facilities can be fairly compared.

2h 10m

39% below state avg
Staff type
Hours / day / resident
vs state avg
Registered Nurse (RN) Info RNs hold the highest nursing license and can assess residents, interpret test results, and direct care plans. More RN hours per day often signals stronger clinical oversight and faster response to health changes.
14m
−53% State avg: 30m per day · National avg: 41m per day
LPN / LVN Info Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) or Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs) deliver routine hands-on care — medication administration, wound dressing, and monitoring vital signs. They work under RN supervision and make up a large share of daily bedside care.
40m
−29% State avg: 56m per day · National avg: 52m per day
Nurse Aide Info Certified Nurse Aides (CNAs) provide the most direct day-to-day assistance: bathing, dressing, feeding, and mobility. Nurse aide hours are typically the largest staffing category and directly affect residents' quality of life.
1h 16m
−41% State avg: 2h 9m per day · National avg: 2h 21m per day
Weekend Total Nursing Info Combined nursing hours (RN + LPN + Nurse Aide) per resident per day on weekends. Staffing often drops on weekends — this figure reveals whether the facility maintains adequate coverage outside of weekday hours.
1h 58m
−36% State avg: 3h 6m per day · National avg: 3h 26m per day
Physical Therapist Info Hours per resident per day provided by licensed Physical Therapists (PTs) or PT Assistants. PT services help residents recover mobility after injury or illness and are especially important for post-acute (short-stay) rehabilitation.
3m
+16% State avg: 3m per day · National avg: 4m per day
Weekend RN Info Registered nurse hours specifically on weekends. Facilities sometimes reduce RN presence on Saturdays and Sundays — a low weekend RN figure compared to weekday hours can indicate reduced clinical oversight when most administrative staff are absent.
19m
−6% State avg: 20m per day · National avg: 29m per day

5 of 6 metrics below state avg

Standout metric: Physical Therapist is +16% above Georgia average

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A mid-sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities. 103 Rank #101 / 211Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 101st out of 211 homes we track in Georgia for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Georgia facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Georgia that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Medium-capacity home · Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.

Years of operating Info An established community with some operational experience and growing routines. This is the number of years in operation under current management. Rank #130 / 193Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 130th out of 193 homes we track in Georgia for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Georgia facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Georgia that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
9 years
Walk Score Info Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities. Rank #56 / 218Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 56th out of 218 homes we track in Georgia for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Georgia facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Georgia that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
63 / 100
Occupancy rate Info Occupancy lower than 85% suggests more openings may be available. Rank #92 / 154Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 92nd out of 154 homes we track in Georgia for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Georgia average, with its Statewide rank out of 154. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Georgia that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
81.6% This home usually has availability
Similar to the Georgia average: 80.1%
Occupied beds
84 / 103
Avg. Length of Stay Info Average number of days residents stay at this facility, based on CMS cost report data. Shorter stays often reflect post-acute or rehab care; longer stays reflect long-term care.
180 days

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeNursing Home
StatusSnf/Nf Dual Cert
IssuanceDecember 31, 2018
CountyDekalb
CMS Certification Number115482

Ownership & Operating Entity

East Lake Arbor is administered by Gregory Forbes.

Contact Information

Email eddecatur@summitsnf.com

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CMS Health Inspection History

ALM Inspection Grade Unavailable

Not published

We don't have enough verified data to publish an inspection grade for this facility — a missing grade reflects what we've been able to verify, not the facility's quality.

ALM Inspection Grade unavailable: limited inspection data.
Inspections Since 2023 · 3 years of data

Includes all CMS health inspection records for this property, which could include management/ownership changes.

Total health inspections 5

Georgia average 3.5

Last Health inspection on Jan 2026

Total health citations
29 Rank #160 / 183Health citations — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 160th out of 183 homes we track in Georgia for health citations. Shows this facility's total health deficiency citations benchmarked to the Georgia State average, with a ranking across all 183 GA facilities. Lower citation counts earn a better rank.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Georgia that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Georgia average 17

Citations per inspection
5.8 Rank #131 / 183Citations per inspection — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 131st out of 183 homes we track in Georgia for citations per inspection. Shows average deficiency citations per CMS inspection for this facility versus the Georgia mean across 183 facilities with citation data. Lower is better.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Georgia that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Georgia average 4.75

Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.

15 of 29 citations resulted from standard inspections; 4 of 29 resulted from complaint investigations; and 10 of 29 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).

Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical health citations
3
400% worse than Georgia average

Georgia average: 0.6

Serious health citations
0
100% better than Georgia average

Georgia average: 0.5

3 critical citations Georgia average: 0.6
0 serious citations Georgia average: 0.5
26 moderate citations Georgia average: 15.8
0 minor citations Georgia average: 0.1
Citations history (last 3 years)
Infection Control moderate citation Jan 14, 2026
Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation Jan 14, 2026
Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation Jan 14, 2026
Corrected
Care Planning moderate citation Jan 14, 2026
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.

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Staffing Data

Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.

Total staff 75
Employees 75
Contractors 0
Staff to resident ratio 0.87 : 1
39% fewer staff per resident than Georgia average
Georgia average ratio: 1.42 : 1 Georgia average ratio: 1.42 : 1See full Georgia ranking
Avg staff/day 37
Average shift 9.3 hours
12% better than Georgia average
Georgia average: 8.3 hours Georgia average shift: 8.3 hoursSee full Georgia ranking
Total staff hours (quarter) 31,522

Nursing staff breakdown

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Registered Nurse

Manages medical care and health needs.

RN Staff Info All 6 RN Staff are full-time employees. No contractors work on this role. 6
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 10.3 hours
Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

LPN Staff Info All 18 LPN Staff are full-time employees. No contractors work on this role. 18
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 10 hours
Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

CNA Staff Info All 33 CNA Staff are full-time employees. No contractors work on this role. 33
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 9.7 hours

Contractor staffing

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Total hours from contractors 0% — all staff are direct employees this quarter

Staff by category

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Certified Nursing Assistant3303314,44792100%9.7
Licensed Practical Nurse180187,70692100%10
Registered Nurse6062,09292100%10.3
Clinical Nurse Specialist4042,0326672%8
Nurse Practitioner2026886470%8
Qualified Social Worker2025656773%7.5
Other Dietary Services Staff2025467177%6.8
Dental Services Staff2025456470%7.5
Administrator1015126470%8
Physical Therapy Assistant1015006368%7.9
RN Director of Nursing1014896368%7.8
Speech Language Pathologist1014896470%7.6
Respiratory Therapy Technician1014695964%8
Dietitian1014436065%7.4
33 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
18 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 100%
6 Registered Nurse
% of Days 100%
4 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days 72%
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Penalties and fines

Includes penalties issued in 2023-2024

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 $54K Rank #167 / 184Federal fines — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 167th out of 184 homes we track in Georgia for federal fines. Shows this facility's cumulative CMS federal fine dollars versus the Georgia average among facilities with fines, and where it ranks among 184 facilities in the pool. Lower total dollars mean a better rank.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Georgia that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
34% higher than Georgia average

Georgia average: $40K

Number of fines 3
46% more fines than Georgia average

Georgia average: 2.1

Payment Denials Info Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed. 0
100% fewer payment denials than Georgia average

Georgia average: 0.3

Fines amount comparison
Fines amount comparison
This facility $54K
Georgia average $40K
Penalty History

Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.

3 penalties in the past 3 years

Multiple penalties were reported in the last 3 years.

Civil Money Penalty Info Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation. Feb 20, 2024
$4K
Civil Money Penalty Info Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation. Jan 30, 2024
$9K
Civil Money Penalty Info Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation. Oct 4, 2023
$41K

Last updated: Jan 2026

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 Info A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline. 4.3
58% better than Georgia average

Georgia average: 10.3

Functional decline score Info A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence. 6.5
63% better than Georgia average

Georgia average: 17.4

Long-stay resident measures
Above average Georgia avg: 3.1 Info CMS star rating based on long-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = significantly above average, 1 star = significantly below average.
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 8.2%
52% better than Georgia average

Georgia average: 16.8%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 5.0%
74% better than Georgia average

Georgia average: 19.4%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 6.2%
61% better than Georgia average

Georgia average: 16.1%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 1.2%
62% better than Georgia average

Georgia average: 3.2%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 5.2%
18% better than Georgia average

Georgia average: 6.3%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 0.0%
100% better than Georgia average

Georgia average: 2.5%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 2.0%
66% better than Georgia average

Georgia average: 6.0%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 61.6%
604% worse than Georgia average

Georgia average: 8.7%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 21.6%
13% worse than Georgia average

Georgia average: 19.1%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 100.0%
9% better than Georgia average

Georgia average: 91.5%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 100.0%
5% better than Georgia average

Georgia average: 95.0%

Hospitalizations per 1,000 days Info Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days. 1.95
11% better than Georgia average

Georgia average: 2.18

ED visits per 1,000 days Info Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days. 1.22
38% better than Georgia average

Georgia average: 1.97

Short-stay resident measures
Below average Georgia avg: 2.2 Info CMS star rating based on short-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = much above average, 1 star = much below average.
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 100.0%
24% better than Georgia average

Georgia average: 80.6%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 0.0%
100% better than Georgia average

Georgia average: 2.2%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 100.0%
28% better than Georgia average

Georgia average: 78.2%

Re-hospitalized after SNF stay Info Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission. 22.2%
8% better than Georgia average

Georgia average: 24.2%

Emergency department visits Info Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit. 10.2%
16% better than Georgia average

Georgia average: 12.2%

Falls with major injury Info Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay. 0.0%
100% better than Georgia average

Georgia average: 0.8%

Ability to care for self at discharge Info Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge. 45.5%
15% worse than Georgia average

Georgia average: 53.7%

Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

38% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 1 - 2 months

Private pay

16% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 2 - 3 months

Medicaid

46% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 11 months

Facility Characteristics

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

Total residents 86
Medicare
5
5.8% of residents
Medicaid
69
80.2% of residents
Private pay or other
12
14% of residents
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.

Finances and operations

Based on CMS SNF Cost Report for fiscal year ending in 12/2023.

For-profit
Operated by a limited liability company.
Net patient revenue Info Net patient revenue — what the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts are subtracted from its gross charges (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3). It covers resident care only; money the home earns from other sources is shown separately as "Other income."
$9.0M
Net patient income Info Net patient income: net patient revenue minus the home's total operating expenses. A positive figure means it earns more from resident care than it spends to deliver it; a negative figure means the opposite. It excludes non-operating "other income."
-$1.8M
For-profit Operated by a limited liability company.
Net patient revenue Info Net patient revenue — what the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts are subtracted from its gross charges (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3). It covers resident care only; money the home earns from other sources is shown separately as "Other income."
$9.0M Rank #95 / 169Net patient revenue — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 95th out of 169 homes we track in Georgia. Shows this facility's net patient revenue compared to the Georgia average, among facilities reporting a recent fiscal year. Higher revenue generally means more resources for staffing and capital — read alongside Payroll %.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Georgia that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
Net patient income Info Net patient income: net patient revenue minus the home's total operating expenses. A positive figure means it earns more from resident care than it spends to deliver it; a negative figure means the opposite. It excludes non-operating "other income."
-$1.8M
Other income Info Money the home earns outside of resident care — such as investments, grants, rentals and other non-operating sources (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3). It is tracked separately from net patient revenue: it is not part of that figure, and it is not included in net patient income.
$143.6K
Payroll costs Info Staff salaries plus wage-related costs — benefits such as payroll taxes, health insurance and retirement — from the home's own accounting records (CMS cost report, Worksheet A). Contract or agency labor is counted separately, under other operating costs. Rank #169 / 169Payroll costs — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 169th out of 169 homes we track in Georgia. Shows total staff payroll — salaries plus wage-related benefits — benchmarked to the Georgia average, among facilities reporting a recent fiscal year. Higher payroll relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on contract labor.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Georgia that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
$1.3M 14.1% of net patient revenue Info Payroll as a share of revenue: staff salaries and wage-related benefits divided by net patient revenue. A higher figure means more of each revenue dollar goes to staff pay. Rank #167 / 169Payroll % of net patient revenue — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 167th out of 169 homes we track in Georgia. Shows payroll as a percentage of net patient revenue versus the Georgia average, among facilities reporting a recent fiscal year. Below 25% may signal understaffing or heavy agency use — read with Staffing ratings.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Georgia that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
Other operating costs Info Everything it costs to run the home apart from payroll — food, utilities, supplies, maintenance, contract labor and administration. Calculated as total operating expense minus payroll (staff salaries and wage-related benefits).
$9.5M
Total costs Info The home's total operating expense for the year — all the costs of running it, salaries included (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3).
$10.7M
How we calculate these figures

This home is administered by Gregory Forbes.

Certified by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services authority — CMS Certification Number: 115482

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What does this home offer?

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No pets allowed

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Building Type: Two-story

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Mostly long-term care residents

Most residents stay for extended periods and receive ongoing daily care.

New residents most often arrive under Medicaid (46% of admissions), and a typical Medicaid stay runs around 11 months.

Admissions
186 total

Coverage residents most often arrive under.

Medicare 38%
Private pay 16%
Medicaid 46%
Discharges
185 total

Coverage residents most often leave under.

Medicare 25%
Private pay 18%
Medicaid 57%

Admissions and discharges reflect care patterns over time — they are not used to rate this facility.

How we assess these insights

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CMS Staffing star rating (1–5 stars), based on daily nurse staffing hours submitted to CMS via verified payroll data. Compares RN, LPN, and CNA coverage relative to resident acuity level. 5 stars = well above expected staffing. Weekend staffing is evaluated separately, as that's where many facilities quietly reduce coverage.
CMS Quality Measures star rating (1–5 stars), based on 15 clinical outcome metrics including fall rates, pressure ulcers, antipsychotic drug use, and hospital readmissions. Captures actual resident health outcomes, not just compliance. High QM combined with low Health Inspection scores can indicate a facility with strong care but weak documentation practices.
Registered Nurse hours per resident/day compared to the statewide average. RNs are the highest-skilled nursing staff — they assess residents, manage medications, and respond to emergencies. A value of +50% means RN coverage is 50% above the state norm. Negative values are a concern for residents with complex or acute medical needs.
Total nursing staff hours (RN + LPN + CNA combined) per resident/day vs. the statewide average. A broader measure than RN vs State — it captures the entire care team. A facility can have high total staffing but low RN hours, meaning more aides and fewer nurses. Read both columns together for the full picture.
Total dollar amount of federal monetary fines (civil money penalties) issued by CMS in the past 3 years. Fines are only levied for serious violations — typically actual harm to residents, repeated uncorrected deficiencies, or systemic non-compliance. Even a single fine is noteworthy. Multiple fines strongly suggest a pattern, not isolated incidents.
Total health deficiency citations from the most recent standard inspection cycle. Minor citations (scope A–C) are common and often administrative in nature. Higher counts aren't always disqualifying, but should be read alongside Severe Citations to understand actual harm levels. Under 10 is strong for a large facility; 30+ warrants a closer look.
Average deficiency citations per CMS inspection (survey) in the reporting window — total citations divided by the number of inspections. Lower is better; compare alongside total Citations and Severe Citations for context.
Citations at CMS scope/severity level G or higher — G–I means actual harm occurred; J–L means residents were placed in immediate jeopardy. (D–F is potential for harm only). Examples include unaddressed falls, medication errors causing injury, neglect, or abuse.
Average number of residents in the building on any given day, derived from annual census data. Reflects true operating scale — a 400-bed facility running 200 residents/day operates very differently from one at 390. Higher resident counts generally mean more funded staffing hours.
Better Business Bureau rating (A+ to F). Reflects complaint history, business transparency, and how family disputes were resolved. A+ means no significant unresolved complaints. A blank (—) means the facility isn't BBB-accredited, which is common for healthcare providers and not necessarily a negative signal.
Walk Score® (0–100). Measures walkability of the surrounding area. 90–100 = Walker's Paradise. 70–89 = Very Walkable. 50–69 = Somewhat Walkable. Below 50 = Car-Dependent. Higher scores benefit family visitors, resident outings, and staff commuting.
The licensed owner or operator of record filed with CMS — the individual or organization legally accountable for the facility. Searching the operator name across other facilities can reveal chain or multi-site ownership, which matters: chain-operated homes tend to have more variable quality outcomes than independently run facilities.
What the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts — not gross billings. Taken from the latest complete annual cost report, so it is comparable across homes reporting the same period. Revenue alone doesn't indicate care quality, but it funds staffing and capital reinvestment. Pair with Payroll %. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
Staff salaries plus wage-related benefits from the latest complete annual cost report. Contract and agency labour is counted separately, under other operating costs, so a home leaning on agency staff can show a low figure here. Payroll is the cost most directly tied to care quality — compare with Payroll % for full context. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
Payroll as a share of NET PATIENT REVENUE (not gross revenue). Both figures come from the same cost-report year. A higher figure means more of each revenue dollar goes to staff pay. Read with the Staffing star rating to judge whether spend translates into coverage — and note that homes whose patient revenue covers only part of their operation can read implausibly high. The Georgia average is: 54.8% Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
CMS Certification Number: the unique federal identifier for this skilled nursing provider.
North Decatur Health and Rehabilitation Center ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆
NH
RC
SNF
Decatur
73
Facility 73
GA AVG 113
Rank #163 / 211
89.0%
Facility 89.0%
GA AVG 80.1%
Rank #50 / 154
+11%
3.34
Facility 3.34
GA AVG 3.56
Rank #104 / 180
 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ +97%-6%
$6.3k
Facility $6.3k
GA AVG $38.9k
Rank #124 / 184
14
Facility 14
GA AVG 16.6
Rank #80 / 183
4.7
Facility 4.7
GA AVG 4.7
Rank #94 / 183
-65-
53
Facility 53
GA AVG 44
Rank #94 / 218
Ga Nc 14, LLC
$7.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $7.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
GA AVG $12.8M
Rank #116 / 169
$4.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $4.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
GA AVG $5.7M
Rank #114 / 169
52.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 52.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
GA AVG 54.8%
Rank #85 / 169
115012
Decatur Center for Nursing and Healing ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆
NH
HOS
PC
RC
SNF
Decatur
140
Facility 140
GA AVG 113
Rank #54 / 211
86.4%
Facility 86.4%
GA AVG 80.1%
Rank #65 / 154
+8%
3.08
Facility 3.08
GA AVG 3.56
Rank #132 / 180
 ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ +71%-13%
$0
Facility $0
GA AVG $38.9k
Rank #1 / 184
27
Facility 27
GA AVG 16.6
Rank #134 / 183
6.8
Facility 6.8
GA AVG 4.7
Rank #134 / 183
-121-
70
Facility 70
GA AVG 44
Rank #28 / 218
Pmga2 Holdco LLC
$17.0MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $17.0MFiscal year ending 06/2024
GA AVG $12.8M
Rank #25 / 169
$8.1MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $8.1MFiscal year ending 06/2024
GA AVG $5.7M
Rank #25 / 169
47.7%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility 47.7%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
GA AVG 54.8%
Rank #121 / 169
115246
PruittHealth – Decatur Nursing Home ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆
NH
HOS
SNF
Decatur
146
Facility 146
GA AVG 113
Rank #52 / 211
82.9%
Facility 82.9%
GA AVG 80.1%
Rank #84 / 154
+3%
3.19
Facility 3.19
GA AVG 3.56
Rank #117 / 180
 ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ -16%-10%
$0
Facility $0
GA AVG $38.9k
Rank #1 / 184
24
Facility 24
GA AVG 16.6
Rank #107 / 183
8.0
Facility 8.0
GA AVG 4.7
Rank #89 / 183
-121-
43
Facility 43
GA AVG 44
Rank #126 / 218
Dustin Hoang
$14.4MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $14.4MFiscal year ending 06/2024
GA AVG $12.8M
Rank #45 / 169
$7.3MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $7.3MFiscal year ending 06/2024
GA AVG $5.7M
Rank #38 / 169
50.7%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility 50.7%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
GA AVG 54.8%
Rank #97 / 169
115647
East Lake Arbor ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆
NH
HOS
RC
SNF
Decatur (Oakhurst)
103
Facility 103
GA AVG 113
Rank #101 / 211
81.6%
Facility 81.6%
GA AVG 80.1%
Rank #92 / 154
+2%
2.16
Facility 2.16
GA AVG 3.56
Rank #178 / 180
 ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ -8%-39%
$53.6k
Facility $53.6k
GA AVG $38.9k
Rank #167 / 184
29
Facility 29
GA AVG 16.6
Rank #160 / 183
5.8
Facility 5.8
GA AVG 4.7
Rank #131 / 183
384-
63
Facility 63
GA AVG 44
Rank #56 / 218
-
$9.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $9.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
GA AVG $12.8M
Rank #95 / 169
$1.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $1.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
GA AVG $5.7M
Rank #169 / 169
14.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 14.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
GA AVG 54.8%
Rank #167 / 169
115482
Glenwood Health Center by Harborview ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆
NH
MC
SNF
Decatur
225
Facility 225
GA AVG 113
Rank #8 / 211
92.0%
Facility 92.0%
GA AVG 80.1%
Rank #36 / 154
+15%
2.44
Facility 2.44
GA AVG 3.56
Rank #175 / 180
 ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ +16%-32%
$13.0k
Facility $13.0k
GA AVG $38.9k
Rank #145 / 184
40
Facility 40
GA AVG 16.6
Rank #176 / 183
6.7
Facility 6.7
GA AVG 4.7
Rank #119 / 183
4207-
68
Facility 68
GA AVG 44
Rank #36 / 218
Christopher Caballero
$18.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $18.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
GA AVG $12.8M
Rank #19 / 169
$9.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $9.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
GA AVG $5.7M
Rank #21 / 169
49.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 49.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
GA AVG 54.8%
Rank #110 / 169
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East Lake Arbor is located in Decatur, Georgia.
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Community Care Services Program

Georgia Medicaid CCSP

Age 65+ or disabled
General Georgia 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).
GA

High rural demand; waitlists possible.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Adult day care (~$75/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Meals

Respite Care Program

Georgia NFCSP Respite

Age Caregiver of someone 60+ (or with dementia)
General Georgia resident.
Income Limits No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
Asset Limits Not applicable.
GA

Focus on metro and rural balance.

Benefits
In-home aide (4-6 hours/day) Adult day care (~$75/day) Facility stay (up to 5 days)

Home and Community Services (HCS)

Georgia Home and Community Services (Non-Medicaid)

Age 60+
General Georgia resident, functionally impaired, at risk of nursing home placement.
Income Limits (2025) No strict limit; prioritizes ~$41,000/year; cost-sharing for higher incomes.
Asset Limits Not specified; need-based.
GA

Non-Medicaid; AAA-managed.

Benefits
Personal care (4-6 hours/day) Homemaker Adult day care ($80/day) Respite (~5 days/year)

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Georgia Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General Georgia resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI).
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
GA

Three tiers; entitlement benefit.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

Georgia Medicaid PACE

Age 55+
General Georgia resident, nursing home-level care need, safe with PACE support.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
GA

Limited areas (e.g., Macon, Augusta).

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Medical care Meals Transportation Therapy

SOURCE (Service Options Using Resources in a Community Environment)

Georgia Medicaid SOURCE Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General Georgia resident, Medicaid-eligible, frail but not necessarily nursing home-level.
Income Limits (2025) ~$914/month (SSI level); QIT allowed.
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
GA

Enhanced primary care model; statewide via 12 sites.

Benefits
Personal care (4-6 hours/day) Case management Adult day health ($80/day) Respite (limited)

Optional State Supplementation (OSS)

Georgia Optional State Supplementation

Age 65+ or disabled
General Georgia resident, in approved facility, low-income/SSI recipient.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,004/month including SSI
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
GA

~$20-$489/month based on facility type.

Benefits
Cash (~$20-$489/month) for room/board in personal care homes

Frequently Asked Questions about East Lake Arbor

What neighborhood is East Lake Arbor in?

East Lake Arbor is in the Oakhurst neighborhood of Decatur.

Is East Lake Arbor in a walkable area?

East Lake Arbor has a walk score of 63. Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the occupancy rate at East Lake Arbor?

East Lake Arbor's occupancy is 81.6%.

How long has East Lake Arbor been in business?

East Lake Arbor has been operating for approximately 9 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at East Lake Arbor?

No, East Lake Arbor has a no-pet policy.

What is the best email address for East Lake Arbor?

The team at East Lake Arbor can be reached at Eddecatur@summitsnf.com.

Does East Lake Arbor operate as a for-profit or non-profit?

East Lake Arbor is registered as a for-profit in GA.

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