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Total Health inspections
6
76% above Georgia average
Georgia average:
3.4
Last Health inspection on Oct 2025
Mostly long-term care residents
Most residents stay for extended periods and receive ongoing daily care.
Life Care Center
Life Care Center is a Nursing Home in Georgia
Life Care Center is a Nursing Home in Georgia
Life Care Center
Life Care Center is a Nursing Home in Georgia
Life Care Center is a Nursing Home in Georgia
Life Care Center of Kansas City provides skilled nursing and rehabilitation services. The facility focuses on individualized care plans tailored to the needs of each resident. It offers a homelike atmosphere with various amenities and services.
Quality ratings
Official CMS rating based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
Official CMS rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
Official CMS rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
Official CMS rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
Capacity and availability
Medium-capacity home
Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.
Total beds
167
This home usually has availability
Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.
Occupancy rate
48.7%
Residents per day (avg)
79
Occupancy rate
48.7%
Residents per day (avg)
79
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
Might be optimal for
Long-term daily care
Ongoing support needs
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
36% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
1 - 2 months
Private pay
8% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
3 - 4 months
Medicaid
56% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
2 years
Finances and operations
Proprietary home
Corporation
Home revenue
$8.7M
Operating loss
-$1.7M
Proprietary home
Corporation
Home revenue
$8,676,307.00
Operating loss
$-1,693,888.00
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$3.1M
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.
$7.3M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$10.4M
167-bed community
A large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs.
9 years in operation
An established community with some operational experience and growing routines.
About this community
License Status
SNF/NF DUAL CERT
Facility Type
NURSING HOME
License Date
July 1, 2016
Additional licensing details
CMS Certification Number:
115654
County:
BEN HILL
Ownership & operating entity
Life Care Center is administrated by Mr CHRISTOPHER KITE.
Care Services
Nursing Services
Rehabilitation Services
Memory Care
Independent Living
Skilled Nursing
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing
All Levels of Care
Contact Information
Email:
[email protected]
Amenities & Lifestyle
Programs & Activities
Specific Programs
Skilled 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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The information below is reported by the Georgia Department of Community Health, Healthcare Facility Regulation Division.
Baptist Village, Inc.
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
GA 31502
254
No
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE OF THE BAPTIST CONVENTION OF THE STATE OF GEORGIA
72.2%
$21,596,220.00
$9,541,093.00
44.2%
171.10
4/5
4.7818
4/5
3/5
2/5
2
Anderson Mill Center for Nursing and Healing LLC
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
GA 30106
170
No
EMPIRE GA 3 HOLDCO LLC
81.7%
$18,076,437.00
$6,897,292.00
38.2%
123.60
4/5
3.3355
4/5
2/5
4/5
-
Life Care Center
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
GA 31750
167
No
HSP SOUTHERN HEALTHCARE LLC
48.7%
$8,592,336.00
$3,057,298.00
35.6%
79.30
2/5
3.9217
2/5
2/5
2/5
1
Brentwood Health and Rehabilitation
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
GA 30830
103
No
MID GA HEALTH PROPERTIES LLC
50.0%
$5,255,251.00
$2,942,967.00
56%
72.30
2/5
3.7594
2/5
2/5
2/5
1
Altamaha Healthcare Center
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
GA 31545
62
No
MUKWINDIDZA, CHIDO
86.3%
$6,536,305.00
$2,064,988.00
31.6%
53.50
1/5
2.7638
1/5
1/5
2/5
1
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FITZGERALD, GA 31750
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Staffing Data
Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)
124
Total Staff
107
Employees
17
Contractors
28,750
Total Hours (Quarter)
36
Avg Staff/Day
8.8
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
| Role ⓘ | Count ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ | Uses Contractors? ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | 7 | 10.3 | No |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 34 | 9.2 | Yes |
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 49 | 9.2 | Yes |
Staff by Category
Administration ⓘ
1 staff
8hs shift avg
Nursing Staff ⓘ
95 staff
9.2hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners ⓘ
7 staff
7.8hs shift avg
Therapy Services ⓘ
14 staff
6.1hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation ⓘ
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Social Services ⓘ
1 staff
8hs shift avg
Dietary Services ⓘ
4 staff
7.9hs shift avg
Other Services ⓘ
2 staff
6.5hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
2.1%
of total hours from contractors
599 contractor hours this quarter
Licensed Practical Nurse: 13
Certified Nursing Assistant: 1
Physical Therapy Assistant: 2
Qualified Social Worker: 1
| Role ⓘ | Employees ⓘ | Contractors ⓘ | Total Staff ⓘ | Total Hours ⓘ | Days Worked ⓘ | % of Days ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 48 | 1 | 49 | 16,108 | 91 | 100% | 9.2 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 21 | 13 | 34 | 5,653 | 91 | 100% | 9.2 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 6 | 0 | 6 | 1,384 | 75 | 82% | 7.8 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1,235 | 82 | 90% | 7.9 |
| Registered Nurse | 7 | 0 | 7 | 959 | 59 | 65% | 10.3 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 4 | 0 | 4 | 692 | 71 | 78% | 8.1 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 3 | 0 | 3 | 667 | 60 | 66% | 6.8 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 504 | 63 | 69% | 8 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 4 | 2 | 6 | 298 | 46 | 51% | 5.5 |
| Medication Aide/Technician | 1 | 0 | 1 | 265 | 27 | 30% | 9.8 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 260 | 41 | 45% | 6.3 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 3 | 0 | 3 | 186 | 24 | 26% | 6.9 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 176 | 22 | 24% | 8 |
| Dental Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 139 | 20 | 22% | 6.9 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 1 | 1 | 120 | 15 | 16% | 8 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 2 | 0 | 2 | 105 | 28 | 31% | 3.7 |
Health Inspection History
Total Health citations
20
20% above Georgia average
Georgia average:
16.6
3.33 citations per inspection (avg)
Citations origin
Citations can result from standard inspections or complaint-based investigations.
Standard inspections
14 citations
Complaint investigations
15 citations
Breakdown of citations
Critical Health citations
0
100% below Georgia average
Georgia average:
0.7
Serious Health citations
2
300% above Georgia average
Georgia average:
0.5
Moderate Health citations
18
Minor Health citations
0
Citations history (last 3 years)
Quality of Care serious citation
Oct 30, 2025
Corrected
Care Planning serious citation
Oct 30, 2025
Corrected
Care Planning moderate citation
Jul 02, 2025
Corrected
Infection Control moderate citation
Jan 08, 2025
Corrected
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Ownership: For-Profit LLC
Resident Census by Payment Source
85
Total Residents
Medicare
2
(2.4%)
ⓘ
Medicaid
78
(91.8%)
ⓘ
Private Pay/Other
5
(5.9%)
ⓘ
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
ⓘ
Family Engagement
Active councils help families stay involved in care decisions and facility operations.
Active
Resident Council
ⓘ
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
14.6
43% worse than Georgia average
Georgia average:
10.3
Functional decline score
24.9
43% worse than Georgia average
Georgia average:
17.4
Long-Stay Resident Measures
Daily care & independence
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
26.7%
58% above Georgia average.
Walking Ability Worsened
29.4%
52% above Georgia average.
Low Risk Long-Stay Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
18.6%
16% above Georgia average.
Safety & clinical stability
Falls with Major Injury
2.0%
37% below Georgia average.
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
10.1%
59% above Georgia average.
Urinary Tract Infection
0.9%
63% below Georgia average.
Emotional & behavioral wellbeing
Depressive Symptoms
1.0%
89% below Georgia average.
Antipsychotic Use
58.3%
204% above Georgia average.
Preventive care
Pneumococcal Vaccine
69.8%
24% below Georgia average.
Influenza Vaccine
88.2%
7% below Georgia average.
Nutrition & physical health
Lost Too Much Weight
5.0%
17% below Georgia average.Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine
27.3%
66% worse than Georgia average
Antipsychotic medication increase
0.0%
100% better than Georgia average 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
$6K
This home paid 85% less in fines than the state average.
Georgia average:
$40K
Number of Fines
1
This home received 51% fewer fines than the state average.
Georgia average:
2.1
Payment Denials
0
This home had 100% fewer payment denials than the state average.
Georgia average:
0.3
Penalty History
Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.
Civil Money Penalty
Dec 19, 2024
$6K
Last updated: Jan 2026
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for Life Care Center based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
48.7%
↓ 7.1pp vs 2022
Net Income
-$1,693,888
↓ ~$248K vs 2022
Total Payroll
$3,591,079
↓ ~$264K vs 2022
Profit Margin
-19.7%
↓ 3.5pp vs 2022
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