Total health inspections
3
Georgia average 3.4
Last Health inspection on Oct 2024
Mostly long-term care residents
Most residents stay for extended periods and receive ongoing daily care.
Spanish Oaks Retreat
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.
Spanish Oaks Retreat
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.
Spanish Oaks Retreat accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.
Overview of Spanish Oaks Retreat
Spanish Oaks Retreat is a 36-bed memory care community in Savannah, Georgia, specializing in care for residents with Alzheimer’s and related cognitive conditions. The facility operates with 1 hour 31 minutes of nursing care per resident daily and maintains 78.1% occupancy, above the Georgia average.
Over eight years, Spanish Oaks Retreat recorded one deficiency—a hot water temperature citation in September 2019—averaging 0.1 deficiencies per year, 98% better than Georgia’s average of 4.9. The October 2025 complaint investigation found no rule violations. Earlier inspections and complaint investigations resulted in no citations. All complaint investigations were unsubstantiated. No fines or enforcement actions were issued.
The community offers respite care and a Giving Back program for resident engagement.
Families evaluating memory care options will find a privately owned facility with demonstrated compliance and specialized programming for cognitive impairment. The facility’s eight-year track record reflects operational stability. Locally owned management provides continuity in resident care. The low deficiency rate over an extended period indicates consistent adherence to care standards. Respite care availability supports both residents and caregivers seeking transitional support.
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 189th out of 190 homes in Georgia 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 189th out of 190 homes in Georgia 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.
1h 31m per day
Rank #189 / 190Nurse hours — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 189th out of 190 homes in Georgia for nurse hours. Shows adjusted nurse hours per resident per day benchmarked to the Georgia average, with a ranking across 190 Georgia SNFs. 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 Georgia avg
-58%
| 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.
| 22m per day | ▼ 26% State avg: 29m 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.
| 14m per day | ▼ 75% State avg: 55m 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.
| 32m per day | ▼ 75% State avg: 2h 9m 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.
| 42m per day | ▼ 78% State avg: 3h 9m 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 | ▼ 5% State avg: 3m 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.
| 15m per day | ▼ 25% State avg: 20m per day · National avg: 29m per day |
Capacity and availability
This home usually has availability
Occupancy rate
82.3%
Rank #116 / 316Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 116th out of 316 homes in Georgia for occupancy rate. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Georgia average, with its Statewide rank out of 316. 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
86 days
36-bed community Rank #580 / 672Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 580th out of 672 homes in Georgia for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Georgia 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.
11 years in operation Rank #212 / 670Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 212th out of 670 homes in Georgia for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Georgia 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 community with a solid operating history and experience delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score: 21 / 100 Rank #623 / 873Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 623rd out of 873 homes in Georgia for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Georgia 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.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
About this community
Facility TypeAssisted Living Community
StatusLicensed
IssuanceNovember 19, 2014
CountyChatham
Spanish Oaks Retreat is administrated by Mr Keith Munger.
Email
[email protected]
Specific ProgramsGiving Back
Volunteer ProgramsYes
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.
Since 2017 · 9 years of data
1 deficiency
Inspection Scorecard
This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Georgia state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.
Since 2017 vs. Georgia state average
Overall vs. GA average
0 Worse
No metrics in this bucket.
2 Better
Metrics better than Georgia average:
• Total deficiencies (95% below)
• Deficiencies per year (96% below)
• Total deficiencies (95% below)
• Deficiencies per year (96% below)
Latest Inspection
October 15, 2025
Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies
| This Facility | GA Average | vs. GA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 1 | 21 | This facility has 95% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Georgia nursing home (1 vs. GA avg 21).↓ 95% better |
|
Deficiencies per year
Average deficiencies per year since 2017.
| 0.1 | 2.3 | This facility has 96% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Georgia nursing home (0.1 vs. GA avg 2.3).↓ 96% better |
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
- The most recent inspection on October 15, 2025, found no rule violations or deficiencies during the complaint investigation.
- A September 9, 2019, inspection cited one deficiency for hot water temperature exceeding 120°F in Room #126 bathroom sink.
- Multiple complaint investigations from 2017 through 2025 consistently found no rule violations or deficiencies.
Health Inspection History
Inspections
Total health citations
30
Rank #157 / 191Health citations — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 157th out of 191 homes in Georgia for health citations. Shows this facility's total health deficiency citations benchmarked to the Georgia State average, with a ranking across all 191 GA SNFs. 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.
Georgia average 16.6
Citations per inspection
10
Rank #186 / 191Citations per inspection — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 186th out of 191 homes in Georgia for citations per inspection. Shows average deficiency citations per CMS inspection for this facility versus the Georgia mean across 191 SNFs with citation data. Lower is better.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Georgia average 4.68
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
12 of 30 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 18 of 30 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).
Breakdown of citation severity (last 4 years)
Critical health citations
0
100% better than Georgia averageGeorgia average: 0.7
Serious health citations
4
700% worse than Georgia averageGeorgia average: 0.5
Citations history (last 4 years)
Environmental moderate citation
Oct 28, 2024
Corrected
Infection Control moderate citation
Oct 28, 2024
Corrected
Nutrition moderate citation
Oct 28, 2024
Corrected
Nutrition moderate citation
Oct 28, 2024
Corrected
Staffing Data
Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.
Total staff
36
Employees
9
Contractors
27
Staff to resident ratio
0.73 : 1
48% fewer staff per resident than Georgia average
Avg staff/day
10
Average shift
7 hours
16% worse than Georgia average
Total staff hours (quarter)
6,443
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
15 total: 1 full-time employee and 14 contractors.
15
15 total: 1 full-time employee and 14 contractors.
15
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.5 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.5 hoursLicensed Practical Nurse
Assists with medical care and medications.
LPN Staff
3 total: 1 full-time employee and 2 contractors.
3
3 total: 1 full-time employee and 2 contractors.
3
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
11.4 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
11.4 hoursCertified Nursing Assistant
Helps with daily care and mobility.
CNA Staff
7 total: 6 full-time employees and 1 contractor.
7
7 total: 6 full-time employees and 1 contractor.
7
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.6 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.6 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
38.8%
2,499 contractor hours this quarter
Registered Nurse: 14
Licensed Practical Nurse: 2
Physical Therapy Aide: 2
Qualified Social Worker: 2
Certified Nursing Assistant: 1
Speech Language Pathologist: 1
Physical Therapy Assistant: 1
Administrator: 1
Respiratory Therapy Technician: 1
Nurse Practitioner: 1
Clinical Nurse Specialist: 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 | 6 | 1 | 7 | 2,430 | 91 | 99% | 7.6 |
| Registered Nurse | 1 | 14 | 15 | 1,440 | 88 | 96% | 9.5 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 1 | 0 | 1 | 537 | 54 | 59% | 9.9 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 1 | 2 | 3 | 524 | 43 | 47% | 11.4 |
| Administrator | 0 | 1 | 1 | 444 | 66 | 72% | 6.7 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 1 | 1 | 224 | 47 | 51% | 4.8 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 2 | 2 | 223 | 68 | 74% | 3.3 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 1 | 1 | 221 | 56 | 61% | 3.9 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 2 | 2 | 146 | 45 | 49% | 3.2 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 0 | 1 | 1 | 104 | 13 | 14% | 8 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 0 | 1 | 1 | 84 | 13 | 14% | 6.5 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 66 | 33 | 36% | 2 |
7 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days
99%
15 Registered Nurse
% of Days
96%
1 RN Director of Nursing
% of Days
59%
3 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days
47%
1 Administrator
% of Days
72%
1 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days
51%
2 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days
74%
1 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days
61%
2 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days
49%
1 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days
14%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days
14%
1 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days
36%
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
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.
10.3
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
10.3
In line with Georgia averageGeorgia average: 10.3
Functional decline score
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
13.6
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
13.6
22% better than Georgia averageGeorgia average: 17.4
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
17.7%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
17.7%
5% worse than Georgia averageGeorgia average: 16.8%
Walking Ability Worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
17.4%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
17.4%
10% better than Georgia averageGeorgia average: 19.4%
Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
5.6%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
5.6%
65% better than Georgia averageGeorgia average: 16.1%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
0.5%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
0.5%
83% better than Georgia averageGeorgia average: 3.2%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
5.4%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
5.4%
14% better than Georgia averageGeorgia average: 6.3%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
1.1%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
1.1%
56% better than Georgia averageGeorgia average: 2.5%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
10.3%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
10.3%
72% worse than Georgia averageGeorgia average: 6.0%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
24.4%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
24.4%
179% worse than Georgia averageGeorgia average: 8.7%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
47.7%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
47.7%
149% worse than Georgia averageGeorgia average: 19.1%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
73.9%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
73.9%
19% worse than Georgia averageGeorgia average: 91.5%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
98.1%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
98.1%
In line with Georgia averageGeorgia average: 95.0%
Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
12.3%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
12.3%
85% worse than Georgia averageGeorgia average: 80.6%
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
4% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
2 - 3 months
Medicaid
68% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
6 - 7 months
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total residents
49
Medicare
6
12.2% of residents
Medicaid
41
83.7% of residents
Private pay or other
2
4.1% 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.
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 Spanish Oaks Retreat based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
82.3%
↑ 5.0pp vs 2022
Net Income
$342.7K
↓ ~$722.0K vs 2022
Total Payroll
$2.0M
↑ ~$270.3K vs 2022
Profit Margin
7.5%
↓ 20.3pp vs 2022
Finances and operations
Privately-owned community
Operated by a single business entity.
Home revenue
$4.8M
Profit
$342.7K
Privately-owned community
Operated by a single business entity.
Home revenue
$4.8M Rank #179 / 185Revenue — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 179th out of 185 homes in Georgia for revenue. Shows this facility's annual revenue compared to the Georgia SNF 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.
Profit
$342.7K
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Rank #177 / 185Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 177th out of 185 homes in Georgia for payroll. Shows total annual staff payroll benchmarked to the Georgia 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.
$2.0M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Rank #177 / 185Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 177th out of 185 homes in Georgia for payroll. Shows total annual staff payroll benchmarked to the Georgia 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.
$2.4M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$4.4M
Who this home usually serves
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Frequently Asked Questions about Spanish Oaks Retreat
Is Spanish Oaks Retreat in a walkable area?
Spanish Oaks Retreat has a walk score of 21. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
What is the best email address for Spanish Oaks Retreat?
The team at Spanish Oaks Retreat can be reached at [email protected].
Who is the administrator of Spanish Oaks Retreat?
Mr KEITH MUNGER is the administrator of Spanish Oaks Retreat.
How many beds does Spanish Oaks Retreat have?
Spanish Oaks Retreat has 36 beds.
What is the address of Spanish Oaks Retreat?
Spanish Oaks Retreat is located at 8510 WHITFIELD AVENUE.
What is the phone number of Spanish Oaks Retreat?
(912) 508-0915 will put you in contact with the team at Spanish Oaks Retreat.
What county is Spanish Oaks Retreat located in?
Spanish Oaks Retreat is in Chatham County.
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