Signature HealthCARE of Savannah

Nursing Home · Savannah, GA
CMS overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and 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.
Signature HealthCARE of Savannah

Nursing Home in Savannah

CMS overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and 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.
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Signature HealthCARE of Savannah accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.

Inspection History

In Georgia, the Department of Community Health, Healthcare Facility Regulation Division conducts unannounced inspections to ensure facilities adhere to state health and safety requirements.

The data displayed corresponds to the last 10 years.

61 visits/inspections Info Inspections are mandatory, regular evaluations conducted by state health departments or regulatory agencies. They ensure the community provides safe, compliant care, covering areas like resident health, staff and management.

Georgia average: 15 visits/inspections

Latest inspection

Date November 18, 2025
Annual Inspection

150 deficiencies

Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.

Georgia average: 21 deficiencies

Inspection Report Summary for Signature HealthCARE of Savannah

The most recent inspection on July 2, 2025, found the facility in substantial compliance with the Emergency Preparedness Program and confirmed correction of all previously cited deficiencies. Earlier inspections showed a pattern of deficiencies primarily related to resident care, including issues with dignity, care planning, infection control, and oxygen therapy, as well as life safety concerns such as fire safety equipment maintenance and door functionality. Several complaint investigations were substantiated, notably one involving inadequate supervision and care planning that led to a resident eloping unnoticed for over an hour. Enforcement actions such as fines or license suspensions were not listed in the available reports. The facility has demonstrated improvement over time by correcting cited deficiencies in follow-up and revisit surveys.

Health Inspection History

Inspections
Total health inspections 4

Georgia average 3.4


Last Health inspection on May 2025

Total health citations
35 Rank #158 / 170Health citations — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 158th out of 170 homes in Georgia.Shows this facility's total health deficiency citations benchmarked to the Georgia state average, with a ranking across all 170 GA SNFs. Lower citation counts earn a better rank.

Georgia average 16.6

Citations per inspection
8.75 Rank #161 / 170Citations per inspection — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 161st out of 170 homes in Georgia.Shows average deficiency citations per CMS inspection for this facility versus the Georgia mean across 170 SNFs with citation data. Lower is better.

Georgia average 4.68


Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.

5 of 35 citations resulted from standard inspections; 2 of 35 resulted from complaint investigations; and 28 of 35 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).

Breakdown of citation severity (last 4 years)
Critical Health citations More info
0
100% better than Georgia average

Georgia average: 0.7


Serious Health citations More info 0
100% better than Georgia average

Georgia average: 0.5

0 critical citations More info Georgia average: 0.7

0 serious citations More info Georgia average: 0.5

35 moderate citations More info Georgia average: 15.2

0 minor citations More info Georgia average: 0.2
Citations history (last 4 years)
Abuse/Neglect moderate citation Info Issues related to protecting resident's from harm, including abuse, neglect, or mistreatment. May 15, 2025
Corrected

Infection Control moderate citation Info Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols. May 15, 2025
Corrected

Nutrition moderate citation Info Issues related to food quality, meal service, and resident's nutritional needs. May 15, 2025
Corrected

Quality of Care moderate citation Info Issues related to how well residents receive appropriate treatment and support for their medical and daily care needs. May 15, 2025
Corrected

Financial Assistance for
Nursing Home in Georgia

Signature HealthCARE of Savannah is located in Savannah, Georgia.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Georgia.

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Community Care Services Program

Georgia Medicaid CCSP

Age 65+ or disabled
General Georgia 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).
GA

High rural demand; waitlists possible.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Adult day care (~$75/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Meals

Respite Care Program

Georgia NFCSP Respite

Age Caregiver of someone 60+ (or with dementia)
General Georgia resident.
Income Limits No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
Asset Limits Not applicable.
GA

Focus on metro and rural balance.

Benefits
In-home aide (4-6 hours/day) Adult day care (~$75/day) Facility stay (up to 5 days)

Home and Community Services (HCS)

Georgia Home and Community Services (Non-Medicaid)

Age 60+
General Georgia resident, functionally impaired, at risk of nursing home placement.
Income Limits (2025) No strict limit; prioritizes ~$41,000/year; cost-sharing for higher incomes.
Asset Limits Not specified; need-based.
GA

Non-Medicaid; AAA-managed.

Benefits
Personal care (4-6 hours/day) Homemaker Adult day care ($80/day) Respite (~5 days/year)

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Georgia Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General Georgia resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI).
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
GA

Three tiers; entitlement benefit.

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

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

Georgia Medicaid PACE

Age 55+
General Georgia resident, nursing home-level care need, safe with PACE support.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
GA

Limited areas (e.g., Macon, Augusta).

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Medical care Meals Transportation Therapy

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Georgia SCSEP (Federally Funded, State-Administered)

Age 55+
General unemployed, low-income, Georgia resident.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,983/month 125% FPL
Asset Limits Not specified; income-focused.
GA

~1,200 slots; prioritizes veterans, rural residents.

Benefits
Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour) Job placement

SOURCE (Service Options Using Resources in a Community Environment)

Georgia Medicaid SOURCE Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General Georgia resident, Medicaid-eligible, frail but not necessarily nursing home-level.
Income Limits (2025) ~$914/month (SSI level); QIT allowed.
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
GA

Enhanced primary care model; statewide via 12 sites.

Benefits
Personal care (4-6 hours/day) Case management Adult day health ($80/day) Respite (limited)

Optional State Supplementation (OSS)

Georgia Optional State Supplementation

Age 65+ or disabled
General Georgia resident, in approved facility, low-income/SSI recipient.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,004/month including SSI
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
GA

~$20-$489/month based on facility type.

Benefits
Cash (~$20-$489/month) for room/board in personal care homes

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Address 3.4 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Savannah's city center to Signature HealthCARE of Savannah's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 0.07 miles to nearest hospital (SmartSenior Program at St. Joseph's/Candler)

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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)

This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.

Total staff 114
Employees 111
Contractors 3
Staff to resident ratio 0.99:1
32% worse than Georgia average

Georgia average ratio: 1.45:1

Avg staff/day 45
Average shift 8.5 hours
0% compared with Georgia average

Georgia average: 8.3 hours

Total staff hours (quarter) 34,990
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse

Manages medical care and health needs.

Total count 10
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 8.4 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

Total count 21
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 9.1 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

Total count 44
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 8.8 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Contractor staffing

Total hours from contractors

0.7%

246 contractor hours this quarter

Occupational Therapy Aide: 3
Staff by category
Certified Nursing Assistant4404415,63891100%8.8
Licensed Practical Nurse210216,90991100%9.1
RN Director of Nursing6062,9349099%8.7
Registered Nurse100102,8849099%8.4
Qualified Activities Professional6062,08691100%8.6
Physical Therapy Assistant5051,0176976%7.5
Clinical Nurse Specialist1017326976%10.6
Respiratory Therapy Technician4046057582%7.3
Speech Language Pathologist4045276875%7.4
Nurse Practitioner3035126268%8
Physical Therapy Aide1014835965%8.2
Qualified Social Worker6064197481%5.1
Occupational Therapy Aide0332463538%6.2
44 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
21 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 100%
6 RN Director of Nursing
% of Days 99%
10 Registered Nurse
% of Days 99%
6 Qualified Activities Professional
% of Days 100%
5 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days 76%
1 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days 76%
4 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days 82%
4 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days 75%
3 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days 68%
1 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days 65%
6 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days 81%
3 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days 38%

Facility Characteristics

Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total residents 115
Medicare
21
18.3% of residents
Medicaid
73
63.5% of residents
Private pay or other
21
18.3% of residents
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.

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 Info A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline. 10.1
In line with Georgia average

Georgia average: 10.3

Functional decline score Info A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence. 16.3
6% better than Georgia average

Georgia average: 17.4

Long-stay resident measures
Average Georgia avg: 3.1 Info 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 Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 19.4%
15% worse than Georgia average

Georgia average: 16.8%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 16.9%
13% better than Georgia average

Georgia average: 19.4%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 12.6%
21% better than Georgia average

Georgia average: 16.1%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 2.6%
20% better than Georgia average

Georgia average: 3.2%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 8.1%
29% worse than Georgia average

Georgia average: 6.3%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 1.9%
24% better than Georgia average

Georgia average: 2.5%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 3.5%
42% better than Georgia average

Georgia average: 6.0%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 40.1%
359% worse than Georgia average

Georgia average: 8.7%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 14.9%
22% better than Georgia average

Georgia average: 19.1%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 91.3%
In line with Georgia average

Georgia average: 91.5%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 87.3%
8% worse than Georgia average

Georgia average: 95.0%

Hospitalizations per 1,000 days Info Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days. 1.62
26% better than Georgia average

Georgia average: 2.18

ED visits per 1,000 days Info Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days. 2.63
34% worse than Georgia average

Georgia average: 1.97

Short-stay resident measures
Significantly below average Georgia avg: 2.2 Info CMS star rating based on short-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = much above average, 1 star = much below average.
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 75.7%
6% worse than Georgia average

Georgia average: 80.6%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 5.2%
134% worse than Georgia average

Georgia average: 2.2%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 52.6%
33% worse than Georgia average

Georgia average: 78.2%

Re-hospitalized after SNF stay Info Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission. 22.4%
7% better than Georgia average

Georgia average: 24.2%

Emergency department visits Info Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit. 13.7%
12% worse than Georgia average

Georgia average: 12.2%

Falls with major injury Info Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay. 3.1%
306% worse than Georgia average

Georgia 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. 12.1%
77% worse than Georgia average

Georgia average: 53.7%

Successful return to home or community Info Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility. 48.7%
In line with Georgia average

Georgia average: 50.6%

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 $5K
86% lower than Georgia average

Georgia average: $40K

Number of fines 1
51% fewer fines than Georgia average

Georgia average: 2.1

Payment Denials Info Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed. 0
100% fewer payment denials than Georgia average

Georgia average: 0.3

Fines amount comparison
Fines amount comparison
This facility $5K
Georgia average $40K
Penalty History

Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.

1 penalty in the past 3 years

Apr 12, 2024 · $5K

Civil Money Penalty Info Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation. Apr 12, 2024
$5K

Last updated: Jan 2026

Compare Nursing Home around Savannah The information below is reported by the Georgia Department of Community Health, Healthcare Facility Regulation Division.

5 facilities compared · CMS & GA Dept. of Health data · Updated May 2026

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Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

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Signature HealthCARE of Savannah
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

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Amber Grove @ Savannah Seasons -
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

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Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Signature HealthCARE of Savannah

What neighborhood is Signature HealthCARE of Savannah in?

Signature HealthCARE of Savannah is in the Midtown neighborhood of Savannah.

Is Signature HealthCARE of Savannah in a walkable area?

Signature HealthCARE of Savannah has a walk score of 67. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

How many beds does Signature HealthCARE of Savannah have?

Signature HealthCARE of Savannah has 120 beds.

What is the phone number of Signature HealthCARE of Savannah?

(912) 352-8615 will put you in contact with the team at Signature HealthCARE of Savannah.

What county is Signature HealthCARE of Savannah located in?

Signature HealthCARE of Savannah is in Chatham County.

Is Signature HealthCARE of Savannah Medicare or Medicaid certified?

Yes — Signature HealthCARE of Savannah is a CMS-certified provider of Medicare and Medicaid.

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