Total health inspections
5
South Carolina average 3.9
Last Health inspection on Aug 2024
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.
Martha Franks Baptist Retirement Community
CMS overall rating
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.
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.
Martha Franks Baptist Retirement Community
CMS overall rating
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.
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.
Martha Franks Baptist Retirement Community accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.
Located in Laurens, South Carolina, Martha Franks Baptist Retirement Community is an 82-bed Life Plan community offering independent living, assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, and rehabilitation services. South Carolina Baptist Ministries for the Aging Inc. operates the nonprofit community under a Christ-centered mission, one of the few continuing care retirement communities in Laurens County. CMS rates the facility at 2 stars overall, driven by a Health Inspection sub-rating roughly 27% below the South Carolina average. Staffing tells a different story: nurse staffing averages 5 hours and 1 minute per resident per day, about 36% above the state average, ranking it 13th among 112 South Carolina skilled nursing facilities. Quality Measures are also above the state average. The 2-star overall reflects inspection performance, not care delivery. The community accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay. Amenities include a chapel, library, bistro, beauty and barber shop, wellness facilities, and Southern-style dining. Respite care and home care services round out a continuum designed to support residents as their needs shift without requiring relocation to another facility. Its occupancy rate is below the South Carolina average of 82%, suggesting current availability across care levels. Martha Franks Baptist Retirement Community is a good fit for residents and families seeking a faith-based Life Plan community with strong staffing and a full continuum of care, particularly those prioritizing continuity of placement as care needs evolve.
Quality ratings
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.
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.
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.
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.
Staffing hours breakdown
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.
Total nursing care / resident
This home is ranked 13th out of 112 homes in South Carolina 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.
This home is ranked 13th out of 112 homes in South Carolina 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.
5h 1m per day
Rank #13 / 112Nurse hours — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 13th out of 112 homes in South Carolina. Shows adjusted nurse hours per resident per day benchmarked to the South Carolina average, with a ranking across 112 South Carolina facilities. More hours mean more direct care. The national average is about 3.5 hrs; below 3.0 is a red flag.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
vs South Carolina avg
+23%
Standout metric
Nurse Aide is +14% above state avg
| Staff type | Hours / Day / Resident | vs state avg |
|---|---|---|
|
Registered Nurse (RN)
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.
| 39m per day | ■ Avg State avg: 38m per day · National avg: 41m per day |
|
LPN / LVN
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 1m per day | ■ Avg State avg: 1h 0m per day · National avg: 52m per day |
|
Nurse Aide
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 32m per day | ▲ 14% State avg: 2h 13m per day · National avg: 2h 20m per day |
|
Weekend Total Nursing
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 36m per day | ▲ 7% State avg: 3h 22m per day · National avg: 3h 27m per day |
|
Physical Therapist
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 per day | ▼ 43% State avg: 5m per day · National avg: 4m per day |
|
Weekend RN
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.
| 25m per day | ■ Avg State avg: 25m per day · National avg: 29m per day |
Capacity and availability
This home usually has availability
Occupancy rate
68.9%
Rank #100 / 122Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 100th out of 122 homes in South Carolina. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the South Carolina average, with its Statewide rank out of 122. 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.
Avg. Length of Stay
90 days
82-bed community Rank #164 / 309Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 164th out of 309 homes in South Carolina. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other South Carolina facilities. 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 larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
About this community
Facility TypeHl- Community Residential Care Facility
StatusActive
CountyLaurens
License NumberCRC-0360
Business TypeCorporation
CMS Certification Number425334
Martha Franks Baptist Retirement Community is legally operated by South Carolina Baptist Ministries For The Aging Inc, and administrated by Robert Sprouse.
Owner NameSouth Carolina Baptist Ministries For The Aging Inc
Rehabilitation Services
Dedicated Alzheimer's Unit
Email
[email protected]
Library
Beauty/Barber Shop
Bistro
Gift Shop
Chapel
Wellness Facilities
Mail Service
Southern Style Dining
Specific ProgramsVilla Rental
Religious ServicesYes
Food DescriptionDining features southern style meals and a friendly atmosphere.
Health Inspection History
Inspections
Total health citations
14
Rank #68 / 113Health citations — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 68th out of 113 homes in South Carolina. Shows this facility's total health deficiency citations benchmarked to the South Carolina State average, with a ranking across all 113 SC facilities. Lower citation counts earn a better rank.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
South Carolina average 13.7
Citations per inspection
2.8
Rank #42 / 113Citations per inspection — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 42nd out of 113 homes in South Carolina. Shows average deficiency citations per CMS inspection for this facility versus the South Carolina mean across 113 facilities with citation data. Lower is better.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
South Carolina average 3.44
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
11 of 14 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 3 of 14 resulted from complaint investigations.
Breakdown of citation severity (last 5 years)
Critical health citations
2
100% worse than South Carolina averageSouth Carolina average: 1
Serious health citations
0
100% better than South Carolina averageSouth Carolina average: 0.3
Citations history (last 5 years)
Infection Control moderate citation
Aug 02, 2024
Corrected
Nutrition moderate citation
Aug 02, 2024
Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation
Aug 02, 2024
Corrected
Care Planning moderate citation
Aug 02, 2024
Corrected
Staffing Data
Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.
Total staff
115
Employees
109
Contractors
6
Staff to resident ratio
1.46 : 1
21% fewer staff per resident than South Carolina average
Avg staff/day
46
Average shift
8.1 hours
0% compared with South Carolina average
Total staff hours (quarter)
34,352
Nursing staff breakdown
Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31
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
All 11 RN Staff are full-time employees. No contractors work on this role.
11
All 11 RN Staff are full-time employees. No contractors work on this role.
11
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.7 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.7 hoursLicensed Practical Nurse
Assists with medical care and medications.
LPN Staff
All 25 LPN Staff are full-time employees. No contractors work on this role.
25
All 25 LPN Staff are full-time employees. No contractors work on this role.
25
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.9 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.9 hoursCertified Nursing Assistant
Helps with daily care and mobility.
CNA Staff
All 64 CNA Staff are full-time employees. No contractors work on this role.
64
All 64 CNA Staff are full-time employees. No contractors work on this role.
64
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8 hoursContractor staffing
Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Total hours from contractors
4.2%
1,436 contractor hours this quarter
Qualified Social Worker: 2
Physical Therapy Aide: 1
Physical Therapy Assistant: 1
Speech Language Pathologist: 1
Respiratory Therapy Technician: 1
Staff by category
Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 64 | 0 | 64 | 18,822 | 92 | 100% | 8 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 25 | 0 | 25 | 7,583 | 92 | 100% | 8.9 |
| Registered Nurse | 11 | 0 | 11 | 3,079 | 92 | 100% | 8.7 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 3 | 0 | 3 | 1,276 | 65 | 71% | 7.7 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 448 | 56 | 61% | 8 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 448 | 56 | 61% | 8 |
| Dental Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 447 | 58 | 63% | 7.7 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 425 | 71 | 77% | 6 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 1 | 1 | 419 | 53 | 58% | 7.9 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 2 | 0 | 2 | 413 | 29 | 32% | 7.5 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 400 | 50 | 54% | 8 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 1 | 1 | 347 | 52 | 57% | 6.7 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 1 | 1 | 219 | 55 | 60% | 4 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 2 | 2 | 25 | 8 | 9% | 3.2 |
64 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days
100%
25 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days
100%
11 Registered Nurse
% of Days
100%
3 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days
71%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days
61%
1 Dietitian
% of Days
61%
1 Dental Services Staff
% of Days
63%
1 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days
77%
1 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days
58%
2 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days
32%
1 Administrator
% of Days
54%
1 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days
57%
1 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days
60%
2 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days
9%
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
$85K Rank #106 / 114Federal fines — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 106th out of 114 homes in South Carolina. Shows this facility's cumulative CMS federal fine dollars versus the South Carolina average among facilities with fines, and where it ranks among 114 facilities in the pool. Lower total dollars mean a better rank.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
152% higher 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
$85K
South Carolina average
$34K
No penalties in the past 3 years
No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.
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.
7.0
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
7.0
20% 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.
12.0
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
12.0
22% better than South Carolina averageSouth Carolina average: 15.5
Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
10.8%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
10.8%
18% better than South Carolina averageSouth Carolina average: 13.1%
Walking Ability Worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
10.1%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
10.1%
38% 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
15.1%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
15.1%
11% 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
4.6%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
4.6%
55% 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
2.0%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
2.0%
68% better than South Carolina averageSouth Carolina average: 6.1%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
0.9%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
0.9%
48% better than South Carolina averageSouth Carolina average: 1.6%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
7.5%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
7.5%
22% worse than South Carolina averageSouth Carolina average: 6.2%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
0.4%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
0.4%
84% better than South Carolina averageSouth Carolina average: 2.8%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
25.6%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
25.6%
76% worse than South Carolina averageSouth Carolina average: 14.5%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
100.0%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
100.0%
11% better than South Carolina averageSouth Carolina average: 90.5%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
100.0%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
100.0%
10% better than South Carolina averageSouth Carolina average: 90.6%
Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
99.4%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
99.4%
25% better than South Carolina averageSouth Carolina average: 79.5%
Antipsychotic medication increase
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
3.4%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
3.4%
101% worse than South Carolina averageSouth Carolina average: 1.7%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
98.0%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
98.0%
26% better than South Carolina averageSouth Carolina average: 78.0%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
28% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
1 - 2 months
Private pay
56% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
9 - 10 months
Medicaid
16% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
5 - 6 months
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total residents
79
Medicare
7
8.9% of residents
Medicaid
33
41.8% of residents
Private pay or other
39
49.4% of residents
Programs & Services
Residents Group
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
CCRC
Part of a Continuing Care Retirement Community offering multiple care levels
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.
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for Martha Franks Baptist Retirement Community based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
68.9%
↓ 4.3pp vs 2022
Net Income
-$978.1K
↓ ~$258.8K vs 2022
Total Payroll
$7.2M
↑ ~$348.4K vs 2022
Profit Margin
-8.1%
↓ 2.0pp vs 2022
Finances and operations
Governmental community
Operated by a subsidized facility district.
Home revenue
$13.2M
Operating deficit
-$978.1K
Governmental community
Operated by a subsidized facility district.
Home revenue
$13.2M Rank #59 / 116Revenue — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 59th out of 116 homes in South Carolina. Shows this facility's annual revenue compared to the South Carolina average. Higher revenue generally means more resources for staffing and capital — read alongside Payroll %.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Operating deficit
-$978.1K
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Rank #49 / 116Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 49th out of 116 homes in South Carolina. Shows total annual staff payroll benchmarked to the South Carolina average. Higher payroll investment relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on cheaper contract labor.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
$7.2M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Rank #49 / 116Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 49th out of 116 homes in South Carolina. Shows total annual staff payroll benchmarked to the South Carolina average. Higher payroll investment relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on cheaper contract labor.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Other operating costs
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$7.0M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$14.1M
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
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Martha Franks Baptist Retirement Community is located in LAURENS, South Carolina.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Martha Franks Baptist Retirement Community
What neighborhood is Martha Franks Baptist Retirement Community in?
Martha Franks Baptist Retirement Community is in the USA neighborhood of LAURENS.
Who is the owner of Martha Franks Baptist Retirement Community?
The legal owner and operator of Martha Franks Baptist Retirement Community is South Carolina Baptist Ministries For The Aging Inc.
What is the license number of Martha Franks Baptist Retirement Community?
According to SC state health department records, Martha Franks Baptist Retirement Community's license number is CRC-0360.
What is the best email address for Martha Franks Baptist Retirement Community?
The team at Martha Franks Baptist Retirement Community can be reached at [email protected].
Who is the administrator of Martha Franks Baptist Retirement Community?
Robert Sprouse is the administrator of Martha Franks Baptist Retirement Community.
How many beds does Martha Franks Baptist Retirement Community have?
Martha Franks Baptist Retirement Community has 82 beds.
Are there photos of Martha Franks Baptist Retirement Community?
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