Mostly short-term rehab stays
Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.
Most new residents arrive under Medicare (51% of admissions), and a typical Medicare stay runs around 1 - 2 months.
Located on Main Street in Ellijay, Georgia, Parkside Center for Nursing and Rehab is a skilled nursing home in a small North Georgia mountain town. The center is owned by Parkside Holding Company LLC and has served the area for seven years. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families several ways to arrange coverage for short-term rehabilitation and longer-term care.
The facility’s occupancy rate is 76%, and the community has 110 beds. Residents stay an average of about 70 days. The resident population includes people recovering through post-acute rehabilitation as well as those with longer care needs. Residents receive an average of 3 hours and 24 minutes of nursing care each day, with registered nurses, nurse aides, and licensed practical nurses providing support around the clock. There’s also a physician on-site, which can reduce the need for outside medical visits.
Rehabilitation services are a major part of the center’s clinical programs. Residents have access to in-house medical specialists and psychological staff, helping address physical recovery and emotional well-being, while pain management services, hospice and palliative care, and comprehensive medical support serve residents with chronic pain, end-of-life needs, and a wide range of medical conditions without necessarily transferring them elsewhere. It’s a broad group of services that supports different stages of care.
Dining is an important part of daily life. Master chefs work with a staff dietitian to develop menus that meet individual dietary needs while maintaining culinary standards. Residents can use beautician and barber services. Satellite television and religious services are also available.
Ellijay’s location has a Walk Score of 57. Some nearby errands can be handled within walking distance, although most trips require driving. Visiting family members can reach nearby services without traveling far.
When inspected, the facility showed a commitment to addressing identified concerns through corrective action and follow-up surveys. Families evaluating Parkside should take a tour to get a clearer picture of daily routines, rehabilitation services, and the way care coordination is managed throughout the community.
Parkside Center for Nursing and Rehab at Ellijay is administered by Melinda Huff.
In Georgia, the Department of Community Health, Healthcare Facility Regulation Division conducts unannounced inspections to ensure facilities adhere to state health and safety requirements.
Deficiencies
| This Facility | GA Average | vs. GA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total deficiencies
| 112 | 21 | This facility has 433% more total deficiencies than a typical Georgia assisted living residence (112 vs. GA avg 21).↑ 433% worse |
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Deficiencies per year
| 12.4 | 2.3 | This facility has 439% more deficiencies per year than a typical Georgia assisted living residence (12.4 vs. GA avg 2.3).↑ 439% worse |
State average N/A
Last Health inspection on Jan 2025
State average N/A
State average N/A
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
14 of 20 citations resulted from standard inspections; 5 of 20 resulted from complaint investigations; and 1 of 20 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).
State average: N/A
State average: N/A
Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.
Manages medical care and health needs.
Assists with medical care and medications.
Helps with daily care and mobility.
Total hours from contractors
1,105 contractor hours this quarter
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 62 | 5 | 67 | 19,872 | 92 | 100% | 8 |
| Registered Nurse | 24 | 13 | 37 | 6,259 | 92 | 100% | 9.4 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 19 | 16 | 35 | 5,818 | 92 | 100% | 9.5 |
| Respiratory Therapist | 6 | 0 | 6 | 1,398 | 75 | 82% | 6.9 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1,349 | 65 | 71% | 7.7 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 3 | 0 | 3 | 1,083 | 73 | 79% | 7.6 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 5 | 0 | 5 | 1,081 | 72 | 78% | 7 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 6 | 0 | 6 | 991 | 79 | 86% | 6.4 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 5 | 1 | 6 | 941 | 75 | 82% | 6.9 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 2 | 0 | 2 | 495 | 62 | 67% | 8 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 462 | 59 | 64% | 7.8 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 457 | 58 | 63% | 7.9 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 397 | 56 | 61% | 7.1 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 1 | 0 | 1 | 244 | 67 | 73% | 3.6 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 22 | 2 | 2% | 11.2 |
| Nurse Aide in Training | 1 | 0 | 1 | 8 | 1 | 1% | 7.6 |
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)
No penalties in the past 3 years
No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
51% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
45% of new residents, often for short stays.
3% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.
Historical financial and operational data for Parkside Center for Nursing and Rehab at Ellijay from 2017–2024, based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Key figures below are for fiscal year ending in 06/2024.
Based on CMS SNF Cost Report for fiscal year ending in 06/2024.
Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.
Most new residents arrive under Medicare (51% of admissions), and a typical Medicare stay runs around 1 - 2 months.
Coverage residents most often arrive under.
Coverage residents most often leave under.
0.0 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Ellijay's city center to Parkside Center for Nursing and Rehab at Ellijay's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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The information below is reported by the Georgia Department of Community Health, Healthcare Facility Regulation Division.
| The William Breman Jewish Home | NH SNF | Atlanta (Buckhead) | - | 96 | A+ | 23 | - |
| Ridgecrest Rehab & Skilled Nursing Center | NH SNF | Columbus | - | 84 | - | 2 | - |
| Stevens Park Health & Rehabilitation | NH | Augusta (Bonair) | - | 42 | - | 26 | - |
| Twin Oaks Convalescent Center | NH SNF | Alma | - | 88 | - | 63 | - |
| Parkside Center for Nursing and Rehab at Ellijay | NH SNF | Ellijay | - | 110 | - | 57 | - |
Parkside Center for Nursing and Rehab at Ellijay has a walk score of 57. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
Parkside Center for Nursing and Rehab at Ellijay's occupancy is 76%.
No, Parkside Center for Nursing and Rehab at Ellijay has a no-pet policy.
The team at Parkside Center for Nursing and Rehab at Ellijay can be reached at mhuff@parksideellijay.com.
Parkside Center for Nursing and Rehab at Ellijay is registered as a for-profit in GA.
Melinda Huff is the administrator of Parkside Center for Nursing and Rehab at Ellijay.
Parkside Center for Nursing and Rehab at Ellijay has 110 beds.
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