Facility type
Nursing Homes
Status
Active
Mix of rehab and long-term care
This home supports both short-term rehab and long-term care, with residents staying for a wide range of durations.
Nursing Home
Life Care Center of Hilton Head
Overview of Life Care Center of Hilton Head
Set in the scenic neighborhood of Hilton Head, SC, Life Care Center of Hilton Head is a respected senior living community that offers skilled nursing and rehabilitation services. The community designed their accommodations to provide plenty of space, privacy, and comfort to its residents, ensuring a relaxing day-to-day experience. With round-the-clock nursing care and compassionate care team members, residents can enjoy their peace of mind knowing that they are well-cared for by capable hands.
Vibrant activities and thoughtful amenities, such as a salon, library, and beautifully landscaped grounds are available to encourage residents to be more active and engaged within the community. A certified dietician and in-house chef work together in creating excellent menus and preparing delicious and nutritious meals for an excellent dining experience. Here, residents are provided with a safe and nurturing environment that allows them to thrive.
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.
Nursing care per resident
Average daily nursing hours per resident (adjusted for acuity). Higher values indicate more nursing time per resident.
Staffing hours breakdown
Hours of care per resident per day, broken down by staff type. Data from CMS Medicare.
Registered Nurse (RN)
Registered nurse hours per resident per day.
Registered nurse hours per resident per day.
Capacity and availability
Smaller home
May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.
Total beds
88
This home usually has availability
Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.
Occupancy rate
59.9%
Residents per day (avg)
60
Occupancy rate
59.9%
Residents per day (avg)
60
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
Might be optimal for
Flexible care needs
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
37% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
19 days
Private pay
43% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
1 - 2 months
Medicaid
20% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
6 - 7 months
Finances and operations
Privately-owned community
Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$7.4M
Operating loss
-$934.5K
Privately-owned community
Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$7,419,750.00
Operating loss
$-934,450.00
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$3.7M
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.
$4.7M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$8.4M
88-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Walk Score: 23 / 100
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
About this community
License details
Expiration
May 31, 2026
County:
Beaufort
Additional licensing details
License number:
NCF-0725
Ownership & operating entity
Life Care Center of Hilton Head is legally operated by LIFE CARE CENTERS OF AMERICA INC, and administrated by BOYLES, SHERI P..
Ownership type:
Corporation
Type Of Units
Nursing Home
88 units
Total beds
88 units
Safety & Compliance
Safety Features:
24-hour security and fire safety systems.
Care Services
Offers Alzheimer's Care
Dedicated Alzheimer's Unit
Nursing Services
Rehabilitation Services
Skilled Nursing
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing
All Levels of Care
Contact Information
Email:
[email protected]
Amenities & Lifestyle
Programs & Activities
Activities
Daily activity schedule available.
Specific Programs
Skilled Nursing, Rehabilitation, Alzheimer's & Dementia Care, Independent & Assisted Living
Religious Services
Yes
Dining & Nutrition
Food Description
Fine dining program with a certified dietitian.
What does this home offer?
Accept Medicaid: Yes, Accept
Total Residents: 88 Residents
Housing Options: Private / Semi-Private Rooms
Building Type: Single-story
Beauty Services
Types of Care at Life Care Center of Hilton Head
Nursing Home
Health Inspection History
Inspections
Total health inspections
4
South Carolina average 3.9
Last Health inspection on Jul 2025
Total health citations
16
Citations per inspection
4
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
13 of 16 citations resulted from standard inspections; 1 of 16 resulted from complaint investigations; and 2 of 16 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).
Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations
1
1
In line with South Carolina averageSouth Carolina average: 1
Serious Health citations
0
0
100% better than South Carolina averageSouth Carolina average: 0.3
1 critical citation
0 serious citations
15 moderate citations
0 minor citations
Citations history (last 3 years)
Abuse/Neglect critical citation
Jul 17, 2025
Corrected
Abuse/Neglect moderate citation
Jul 17, 2025
Corrected
Pharmacy moderate citation
Jul 17, 2025
Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation
Jul 17, 2025
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.
Compare Nursing Homes around Hilton Head Island
The information below is reported by the South Carolina Department of Public Health, Bureau of Healthcare Quality.
Preston Health Center
+49%
+86%
+7%
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
SC 29926-1365
66
-
THE CYPRESS CLUB INC
87.5%
$9,207,306.00
$11,244,763.00
122.1%
40
7.4345
1
5
1
+49%+86%+7%Private / Semi-Private Rooms
Life Care Center of Hilton Head
+29%
-8%
-27%
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
IL
Independent Living For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.
MC
Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.
SNF
Nursing Homes 24/7 care needed
Hilton Head Island
88
23
OEHLER, JOHN
59.9%
$7,411,021.00
$3,696,070.00
49.9%
59.70
3.6833
1
16
1
+29%-8%-27%Private / Semi-Private Rooms
Preston Health Center
Type of care:
SNF
AL
Community:
SC 29926-1365
Bed Count:
66
Operator:
THE CYPRESS CLUB INC
CCN:
425325
Occupancy:
87.5%
Home Revenue:
$9,207,306.00
Payroll Costs:
$11,244,763.00
Payroll %:
122.1%
Avg Residents/Day:
40
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
7.4345
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Number of Fines:
1
Citations:
5
Severe Citations:
1
RN share vs State Avg:
+49%
+49%
Staffing vs State Avg:
+86%
+86%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
+7%
+7%
Bed Options:
Private / Semi-Private Rooms
Life Care Center of Hilton Head
Type of care:
AL
IL
MC
SNF
Community:
Hilton Head Island
Bed Count:
88
Operator:
OEHLER, JOHN
CCN:
425147
Occupancy:
59.9%
Home Revenue:
$7,411,021.00
Payroll Costs:
$3,696,070.00
Payroll %:
49.9%
Avg Residents/Day:
59.70
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
3.6833
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Number of Fines:
1
Citations:
16
Severe Citations:
1
RN share vs State Avg:
+29%
+29%
Staffing vs State Avg:
-8%
-8%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
-27%
-27%
Bed Options:
Private / Semi-Private Rooms
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3.1 miles from city center
120 Lamotte Dr, Hilton Head Island, SC 29926
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Staffing Data
Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)
88
Total Staff
83
Employees
5
Contractors
20,547
Total Hours (Quarter)
25
Avg Staff/Day
9
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
| Role ⓘ | Count ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ | Uses Contractors? ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | 11 | 8.7 | No |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 12 | 8.7 | No |
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 37 | 10 | No |
Staff by Category
Administration ⓘ
1 staff
8hs shift avg
Nursing Staff ⓘ
60 staff
9.5hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners ⓘ
5 staff
8.6hs shift avg
Therapy Services ⓘ
11 staff
5.9hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation ⓘ
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Social Services ⓘ
1 staff
2.7hs shift avg
Dietary Services ⓘ
9 staff
8.3hs shift avg
Other Services ⓘ
1 staff
7.8hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
1%
of total hours from contractors
214 contractor hours this quarter
Occupational Therapy Aide: 2
Occupational Therapy Assistant: 2
Other Physician: 1
| Role ⓘ | Employees ⓘ | Contractors ⓘ | Total Staff ⓘ | Total Hours ⓘ | Days Worked ⓘ | % of Days ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 37 | 0 | 37 | 10,249 | 91 | 100% | 10 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 12 | 0 | 12 | 3,213 | 91 | 100% | 8.7 |
| Registered Nurse | 11 | 0 | 11 | 3,196 | 91 | 100% | 8.7 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 3 | 0 | 3 | 626 | 68 | 75% | 8.9 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 520 | 65 | 71% | 8 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 2 | 0 | 2 | 520 | 64 | 70% | 7.7 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 492 | 62 | 68% | 7.9 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 445 | 57 | 63% | 7.8 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 2 | 0 | 2 | 396 | 62 | 68% | 6.3 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 2 | 0 | 2 | 314 | 63 | 69% | 4.9 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 9 | 0 | 9 | 208 | 17 | 19% | 8.3 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 0 | 2 | 2 | 139 | 40 | 44% | 3.4 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 1 | 0 | 1 | 120 | 17 | 19% | 7.1 |
| Other Physician | 0 | 1 | 1 | 45 | 3 | 3% | 15 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 35 | 13 | 14% | 2.7 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 2 | 2 | 29 | 6 | 7% | 4.9 |
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total census
62 residents
Residents by payment source
Medicare
7 residents (11.3%)
Medicaid
36 residents (58.1%)
Private pay or other
19 residents (30.6%)
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.
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
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
4.5
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
4.5
48% better than South Carolina averageSouth Carolina average: 8.7
Functional decline score
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
9.2
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
9.2
40% better than South Carolina averageSouth Carolina average: 15.5
Long-stay resident measures
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
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
6.1%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
6.1%
54% better than South Carolina averageSouth Carolina average: 13.1%
Walking Ability Worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
7.1%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
7.1%
56% better than South Carolina averageSouth Carolina average: 16.2%
Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
14.5%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
14.5%
15% better than South Carolina averageSouth Carolina average: 17.0%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
3.2%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
3.2%
6% worse than South Carolina averageSouth Carolina average: 3.0%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
2.9%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
2.9%
52% better than South Carolina averageSouth Carolina average: 6.1%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
0.0%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
0.0%
100% better than South Carolina averageSouth Carolina average: 1.6%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
3.3%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
3.3%
46% better than South Carolina averageSouth Carolina average: 6.2%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
1.1%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
1.1%
60% better than South Carolina averageSouth Carolina average: 2.8%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
13.1%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
13.1%
10% better than South Carolina averageSouth Carolina average: 14.5%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
97.4%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
97.4%
8% better than South Carolina averageSouth Carolina average: 90.5%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
65.3%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
65.3%
28% worse than South Carolina averageSouth Carolina average: 90.6%
Hospitalizations per 1,000 days
Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
1.60
Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
1.60
21% better than South Carolina averageSouth Carolina average: 2.03
ED visits per 1,000 days
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
1.95
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
1.95
In line with South Carolina averageSouth Carolina average: 1.91
Short-stay resident measures
CMS star rating based on short-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = much above average, 1 star = much below average.
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
95.5%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
95.5%
20% better than South Carolina averageSouth Carolina average: 79.5%
Antipsychotic medication increase
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.0%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.0%
100% better than South Carolina averageSouth Carolina average: 1.7%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
94.1%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
94.1%
21% better than South Carolina averageSouth Carolina average: 78.0%
Re-hospitalized after SNF stay
Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission.
22.7%
Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission.
22.7%
8% better than South Carolina averageSouth Carolina average: 24.7%
Emergency department visits
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
15.9%
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
15.9%
13% worse than South Carolina averageSouth Carolina average: 14.1%
Falls with major injury
Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay.
0.0%
Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay.
0.0%
100% better than South Carolina averageSouth Carolina average: 0.8%
Ability to care for self at discharge
Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge.
74.4%
Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge.
74.4%
38% better than South Carolina averageSouth Carolina average: 53.7%
Successful return to home or community
Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility.
58.7%
Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility.
58.7%
16% better than South Carolina averageSouth Carolina average: 50.6%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
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
$13K
62% lower than South Carolina averageSouth Carolina average: $34K
Number of fines
1
59% fewer fines than South Carolina averageSouth Carolina average: 2.4
Payment Denials
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
0
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
0
100% fewer payment denials than South Carolina averageSouth Carolina average: 0.1
Fines amount comparison
Fines amount comparison
This facility
$13K
South Carolina average
$34K
Penalty History
Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.
Civil Money Penalty
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Jul 17, 2025
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Jul 17, 2025
$13K
Last updated: Jan 2026
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for Life Care Center of Hilton Head based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
59.9%
↑ 4.8pp vs 2022
Net Income
-$934,450
↓ ~$393K vs 2022
Total Payroll
$4,469,909
↑ ~$501K vs 2022
Profit Margin
-12.6%
↓ 4.3pp vs 2022
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