Mostly long-term care residents
Most residents stay for extended periods and receive ongoing daily care.
Life Care Center of Hickory Woods
Life Care Center of Hickory Woods
Life Care Center of Hickory Woods is a Nursing Home in Tennessee
Life Care Center of… is a Nursing Home in Tennessee
Overview of Life Care Center of Hickory Woods
Life Care Center of Hickory Woods is a skilled nursing and rehabilitation center. The upscale nursing home aims to change the meaning of skilled nursing and rehabilitation for seniors through the exceptional level of care that is delivered by their patient-friendly staff as an approach to offer the best care possible for their residents. Life Care Center can be trusted as a safe and secure community that cares for every patient’s needs.
Convenience and hassle-free living is the center of Life Care Center services: medication management, post-surgical care, and wound care; as well as their 24-hour skilled nursing care services provide compassionate care as it is their utmost priority. Other services include 24/7 easy admissions, fall prevention, IV therapy, discharge planning, and case management.
The community administrator leads Life Care Center of Hickory Woods, ensuring compliance with health information privacy and legal requirements. They oversee the treatment of personal representatives and manage disclosures in accordance with applicable laws, maintaining the community's commitment to resident privacy and care.
Capacity and availability
Medium-capacity home
Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.
Total beds
124
This home usually has availability
Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.
Occupancy rate
79.1%
Residents per day (avg)
112
Occupancy rate
79.1%
Residents per day (avg)
112
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
29% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
17 days
Private pay
69% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
1 months
Medicaid
2% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
1 years
Finances and operations
Proprietary home
Individual
Home revenue
$16.0M
Profit
-$850.9K
Proprietary home
Individual
Home revenue
$15,970,896.00
Profit
$-850,894.00
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$5.8M
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.
$5.2M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$11.1M
124-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
18+ years in operation
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score: 33 / 100
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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About this community
License Status
LicensedFacility Type
Nursing Home
License Date
October 25, 2011
License Expiration
January 11, 2026
Additional licensing details
License number:
00000392
CMS Certification Number:
445507
Ownership & operating entity
Life Care Center of Hickory Woods is legally operated by Highland Park Medical Investors, LLC, and administrated by Jamie Hercules.
Staffing
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
Leadership
Contact:
Mr. Alex Butaud, Executive Director
Comparison Chart
The information below is reported by the Tennessee Department of Health, Division of Health Care Facilities.Compare Nursing Homes around Nashville
Life Care Center of Hickory Woods
AL
For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
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No
A+
33
LANDY, BENJAMIN
79.1%
$15,970,896.00
$5,824,210.00
36.5%
111.90
4/5
4.0219
3/5
3/5
5/5
-
Nashville Center for Rehabilitation Center and Healing
AL
For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Nashville
142
No
-
79
NASHVILLE VENTURES TN LLC
89.5%
$21,881,670.00
$5,702,995.00
26.1%
129.80
2/5
3.1923
2/5
2/5
4/5
-
Bethany Center for Rehabilitation and Healing
AL
For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Nashville
180
No
-
69
BETHANY VENTURES TN LLC
93.8%
$17,856,583.00
$9,119,644.00
51.1%
160.40
2/5
2.8210
2/5
1/5
5/5
-
Green Hills Center for Rehabilitation
AL
For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
-
-
No
-
72
GARAFOLA, JOSEPH
84.7%
$16,625,041.00
$4,136,990.00
24.9%
128.20
2/5
3.7346
1/5
2/5
5/5
2
AHC Cumberland
AL
For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Nashville
-
No
-
9
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
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Staffing Data
Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)
212
Total Staff
208
Employees
4
Contractors
58,710
Total Hours (Quarter)
75
Avg Staff/Day
8.6
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
| Role ⓘ | Count ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ | Uses Contractors? ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | 17 | 10.5 | No |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 34 | 9.1 | No |
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 83 | 9.2 | No |
Staff by Category
Administration ⓘ
2 staff
8.3hs shift avg
Nursing Staff ⓘ
137 staff
9.3hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners ⓘ
7 staff
7.9hs shift avg
Therapy Services ⓘ
43 staff
7.1hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation ⓘ
3 staff
7.7hs shift avg
Social Services ⓘ
10 staff
6.5hs shift avg
Dietary Services ⓘ
5 staff
7.8hs shift avg
Other Services ⓘ
5 staff
8.4hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
0.2%
of total hours from contractors
125 contractor hours this quarter
Occupational Therapy Assistant: 3
Medical Director: 1
| Role ⓘ | Employees ⓘ | Contractors ⓘ | Total Staff ⓘ | Total Hours ⓘ | Days Worked ⓘ | % of Days ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 83 | 0 | 83 | 23,063 | 91 | 100% | 9.2 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 34 | 0 | 34 | 12,294 | 91 | 100% | 9.1 |
| Registered Nurse | 17 | 0 | 17 | 5,035 | 91 | 100% | 10.5 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 9 | 0 | 9 | 2,485 | 82 | 90% | 7.1 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 11 | 0 | 11 | 2,243 | 80 | 88% | 7.1 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 6 | 0 | 6 | 2,234 | 74 | 81% | 7.9 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 11 | 0 | 11 | 2,104 | 81 | 89% | 6.9 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 9 | 0 | 9 | 1,918 | 78 | 86% | 7.4 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 10 | 0 | 10 | 1,771 | 80 | 88% | 6.5 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1,204 | 91 | 100% | 7.7 |
| Dental Services Staff | 4 | 0 | 4 | 972 | 63 | 69% | 8 |
| Therapeutic Recreation Specialist | 3 | 0 | 3 | 900 | 65 | 71% | 7.7 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 569 | 63 | 69% | 9 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 520 | 65 | 71% | 8 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 512 | 63 | 69% | 8.1 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 512 | 64 | 70% | 8 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 3 | 0 | 3 | 250 | 26 | 29% | 7.6 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 3 | 3 | 80 | 6 | 7% | 11.4 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 45 | 3 | 3% | 15 |
Health Inspection History
Source: CMS Health Citations (Oct 2018 – Aug 2024)
5
Inspections
16
Total Citations
0
Critical (J-L)
0
Serious (G-I)
3.2
Citations/Inspection
Aug 2024
Last Inspection
Citation Severity Distribution
What do these levels mean?
Top Deficiency Categories
Quality of Life & Care
6
38% of total
Pharmacy Services
2
13% of total
Resident Rights
1
6% of total
Abuse, Neglect & Exploitation
1
6% of total
Environmental
1
6% of total
Citation Sources
Standard Inspections
13
Complaint Investigations
12
State Comparison (TN)
Avg Citations (State)
15.4
This Facility: 16
Avg Critical (State)
1.1
This Facility: 0
Recent Citations (Last 3 Years)
| Date | Severity ? | Category | Tag | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 23, 2024 | D | Abuse/Neglect | F0609 | Corrected |
| Aug 23, 2024 | D | Environmental | F0919 | Corrected |
| Aug 23, 2024 | D | Pharmacy | F0755 | Corrected |
| Aug 23, 2024 | D | Quality of Care | F0677 | Corrected |
| Aug 23, 2024 | D | Quality of Care | F0684 | Corrected |
| Aug 23, 2024 | D | Quality of Care | F0697 | Corrected |
| Aug 23, 2024 | D | Care Planning | F0637 | Corrected |
| Aug 23, 2024 | D | Care Planning | F0657 | Corrected |
| Aug 23, 2024 | D | Resident Rights | F0558 | Corrected |
| Feb 15, 2023 | D | Quality of Care | F0686 | Corrected |
| Dec 19, 2022 | D | Quality of Care | F0684 | Corrected |
| Dec 19, 2022 | D | Quality of Care | F0690 | Corrected |
| Sep 11, 2019 | D | Pharmacy | F0758 | Corrected |
| Oct 09, 2018 | D | Nursing Services | F0710 | Corrected |
| Oct 09, 2018 | E | Nutrition | F0812 | Corrected |
| Oct 09, 2018 | D | Care Planning | F0641 | Corrected |
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Ownership: For-Profit LLC
Part of: Life Care Centers of America
Resident Census by Payment Source
111
Total Residents
Medicare
62
(55.9%)
ⓘ
Medicaid
35
(31.5%)
ⓘ
Private Pay/Other
14
(12.6%)
ⓘ
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
ⓘ
Family Engagement
Active councils help families stay involved in care decisions and facility operations.
Active
Resident Council
ⓘ
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
13.0
Score
24% worse than avg
State avg: 10.5
Composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and ADL decline
Functional Decline
28.1
Score
44% worse than avg
State 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
15.0%
Lost Too Much Weight
8.7%
Urinary Tract Infection
1.9%
Depressive Symptoms
10.4%
Falls with Major Injury
6.5%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
97.7%
Antipsychotic Use
4.7%
Walking Ability Worsened
33.0%
Influenza Vaccine
81.2%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
1.9%
Low Risk Long-Stay Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
36.3%
Short-Stay Resident Measures
Measures for residents who stay 100 days or less (typically rehabilitation patients).
Pneumococcal Vaccine
94.2%
18% better than avg
State: 79.7%
Short-Stay Residents Who Received a New Antipsychotic Medication
0.3%
81% better than avg
State: 1.7%
Influenza Vaccine
76.1%
Near average
State: 79.8%
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Program
State Program Name
Eligibility
Benefits
CHOICES Program
TN Medicaid CHOICES
Official government program page
- 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
TN Options
Official government program page
- 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)
Tennessee SCSEP
Official government program page
- 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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