Life Care Center of Hickory Woods
Nursing Home · Nashville, TN

Life Care Center of Hickory Woods

Nursing Home · Nashville, TN

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. 

(615) 501-3500

Staffing hours breakdown

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 — compared to Tennessee state averages

Staff typeHours / Day / Residentvs 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. 44m per day ▲ 19% State avg: 37m 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. 1h 12m per day ▲ 9% State avg: 1h 6m 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. 2h 13m per day ▲ 3% 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. 3h 32m per day ▲ 5% State avg: 3h 21m 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. 12m per day ▲ 140% State avg: 5m 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. 30m per day ▲ 20% State avg: 25m per day · National avg: 29m per day
Bed community size
56-bed community Rank #316 / 427Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 316th out of 427 homes in Tennessee. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Tennessee SNFs. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Years in operation
55 years in operation Rank #1 / 384Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1st out of 384 homes in Tennessee. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Tennessee SNFs. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 33 / 100 Rank #290 / 554Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 290th out of 554 homes in Tennessee. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Tennessee SNFs. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
80%
Rank #129 / 302Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 129th out of 302 homes in Tennessee. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Tennessee average, with its Statewide rank out of 302. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Higher than the Tennessee average: 71.6%
Occupied beds
45 / 56
Average occupied beds in Tennessee homes 82 beds

License Details

Facility TypeNursing Home
StatusLicensed
IssuanceOctober 25, 2011
ExpirationJanuary 11, 2026
CountySevier
License Number00000392
CMS Certification Number445507
AccreditationsBest Nursing Home - U.S. News & World Report 2026

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

ContactMr. Alex Butaud, Executive Director

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Rehabilitation Services

Staffing & Medical

1 service
24-Hour Staffing

Amenities & Lifestyle

24-Hour Security And Fire Safety Systems
Beauty Salon And Barber Shop
Bedside And Bathroom Call Lights
Certified Dietitian
Community Re-Entry Program
Complimentary Wireless Internet
Daily Activity Schedule
Family/Resident Councils
Fine Dining Program
Flat-Screen Tvs
Flexible Visiting Hours
Full-Time
Certified Activity Director
Homelike Setting
Housekeeping And Laundry Services
Landscaped Grounds And Courtyards
Library
Non-Smoking Facility
Pet Visitors Allowed
Private And Semiprivate Rooms
Private Bathrooms
Religious Services
Patient/Family Education Program
Telephone And Cable Television Hookups
Transportation Services
Specific ProgramsAlzheimer's & Dementia Care, Independent & Assisted Living
Operating Hours24/7

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Inspection History

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Residents information

Stay stats

Average length of stay
528 days
Total residents
71
Total admissions (2024)
33
Total discharges (2024)
37

Discharges

  • To hospital 2
  • To Private Residence or Home 2

Demographics

GENDER

  • Female Residents 76.1%
  • Male Residents 23.9%

AGE DISTRIBUTION

  • 65-69 2.8%
  • 70-74 1.4%
  • 75-79 8.5%
  • 80-84 22.5%
  • 85-89 32.4%
  • 90 or more 32.4%

ETHNICITY

  • White Residents 100%

Quality of care over time

These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.

Long-stay resident measures
Significantly above average Tennessee avg: 3.7 Info CMS star rating based on long-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = significantly above average, 1 star = significantly below average.
Hospitalizations per 1,000 days Info Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days. 0.90
43% better than Tennessee average

Tennessee average: 1.58

ED visits per 1,000 days Info Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days. 0.44
72% better than Tennessee average

Tennessee average: 1.57

Short-stay resident measures
Significantly above average Tennessee avg: 3.4 Info CMS star rating based on short-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = much above average, 1 star = much below average.
Re-hospitalized after SNF stay Info Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission. 22.8%
In line with Tennessee average

Tennessee average: 22.2%

Emergency department visits Info Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit. 5.4%
52% better than Tennessee average

Tennessee average: 11.2%

Falls with major injury Info Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay. 0.8%
9% worse than Tennessee average

Tennessee 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. 68.4%
27% better than Tennessee average

Tennessee average: 53.7%

Successful return to home or community Info Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility. 64.1%
27% better than Tennessee average

Tennessee average: 50.6%

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Address 5.1 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Antioch's city center to Life Care Center of Hickory Woods's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 8.14 miles to nearest hospital (TriStar Southern Hills Medical Center)

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Financial Assistance for
Nursing Home in Tennessee

Life Care Center of Hickory Woods is located in Antioch, Tennessee.
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CHOICES Program

TN Medicaid CHOICES

Age 65+ or disabled
General 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

Managed care model; high rural demand.

Benefits
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

Age 60+
General Tennessee resident, at risk of nursing home.
Income Limits ~$2,000/month individual, varies
Asset Limits $5,000 individual
TN

Limited funding; rural/urban balance.

Benefits
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

Age 65+ or disabled
General 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

Three tiers; includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.

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

Family Caregiver Support Program (FCSP)

Tennessee Family Caregiver Support Program

Age
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

Includes grandparent caregivers; high rural demand.

Benefits
Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year) Adult day care ($60/day) Training Supplies (~$500/year)

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Tennessee VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General 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

High veteran population; supports rural/urban care needs.

Benefits
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

Age 60+
General TN resident; no income limit but prioritizes low-income.
Income Limits (2025) None; donations encouraged.
Asset Limits Not assessed.
TN

Serves ~50,000 annually; 200+ congregate sites plus Meals on Wheels.

Benefits
Congregate meals ($5-$7/meal value) at senior centers Home-delivered meals ($5-$7/meal)

Property Tax Relief Program

Tennessee Property Tax Relief Program

Age 65+
General 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

Rebates up to $1,000; serves ~100,000 annually.

Benefits
Tax rebates (~$250-$1,000 based on income; e.g., $1,000 if income < $8,000)

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Frequently Asked Questions about Life Care Center of Hickory Woods

What neighborhood is Life Care Center of Hickory Woods in?

Life Care Center of Hickory Woods is in the Hickory Woods Estates neighborhood of Antioch.

Who is the owner of Life Care Center of Hickory Woods?

The legal owner and operator of Life Care Center of Hickory Woods is Highland Park Medical Investors, LLC.

Is Life Care Center of Hickory Woods in a walkable area?

Life Care Center of Hickory Woods has a walk score of 33. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the license number of Life Care Center of Hickory Woods?

According to TN state health department records, Life Care Center of Hickory Woods's license number is 00000392.

When does Life Care Center of Hickory Woods's license expire?

According to TN state health department records, Life Care Center of Hickory Woods's license expires on January 11, 2026.

What is the occupancy rate at Life Care Center of Hickory Woods?

Life Care Center of Hickory Woods's occupancy is 80%.

Who is the administrator of Life Care Center of Hickory Woods?

Jamie Hercules is the administrator of Life Care Center of Hickory Woods.

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