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Sterling Estates of East Cobb Retirement Community
Nursing Home, Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Marietta, GA
CMS overall rating Info 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.
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Sterling Estates of East Cobb Retirement Community

Nursing Home, Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Marietta, GA
CMS overall rating Info 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.
4220 Lower Roswell Rd, Marietta, GA 30068 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
Sterling Estates of East Cobb Retirement Community accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.
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Overview of Sterling Estates of East Cobb Retirement Community

Spend your golden years at Sterling Estates of East Cobb Retirement Community, an exceptional community in Marietta, GA, offering independent living and assisted living. Residents can maintain their independence with specially designed and spacious one- and two-bedroom floor plans, dedicated to their comfort and convenience. Those needing assistance also receive top-notch care from a kind and compassionate team.

Recreation spaces and various local amenities are available nearby, providing residents with leisure and wellness opportunities. With delightful dining options, residents have the finest dining experience that satisfies their dietary needs and preferences. Residents can keep their peace of mind amidst the community’s vibrant and friendly environment.

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Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info 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.
▼ 61.5% Below GA avg. ▼ 61.5% Below GA avg.GA average: 2.6Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Health Inspection Info 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.
▼ 28.4% Below GA avg. ▼ 28.4% Below GA avg.GA average: 2.8Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Staffing Info 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.
▼ 55.7% Below GA avg. ▼ 55.7% Below GA avg.GA average: 2.3Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Quality Measures Info 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.
▲ 40.9% Above GA avg. ▲ 40.9% Above GA avg.GA average: 2.8Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Staffing hours breakdown

Info 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.

Hours per resident per day — compared to Georgia state averages

Total nursing care / resident Info This home is ranked 103rd out of 202 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.
3h 15m per day
Rank #103 / 202Nurse hours — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 103rd out of 202 homes in Georgia. Shows adjusted nurse hours per resident per day benchmarked to the Georgia average, with a ranking across 202 Georgia facilities. More hours mean more direct care. The national average is about 3.5 hrs; below 3.0 is a red flag.Rankings are based only on facilities in Georgia that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
This facility Georgia avg (3h 33m per day)
vs Georgia avg
-8%

3 of 6 metrics below state avg

Standout metric Physical Therapist is +58% above state avg
Staff typeHours / Day / Residentvs state avg
Registered Nurse (RN) Info 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. 17m per day ▼ 43% State avg: 29m per day · National avg: 41m per day
LPN / LVN Info 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 25m per day ▲ 53% State avg: 55m per day · National avg: 52m per day
Nurse Aide Info 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. 1h 51m per day ▼ 14% State avg: 2h 9m per day · National avg: 2h 20m per day
Weekend Total Nursing Info 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 4m per day ■ Avg State avg: 3h 9m per day · National avg: 3h 27m per day
Physical Therapist Info 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. 5m per day ▲ 58% State avg: 3m per day · National avg: 4m per day
Weekend RN Info 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. 13m per day ▼ 36% State avg: 20m per day · National avg: 29m per day

Capacity and availability

Avg. Length of Stay
40 days
Bed community size
110-bed community Rank #155 / 672Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 155th out of 672 homes in Georgia. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Georgia facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Rankings are based only on facilities in Georgia that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.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.
Years in operation
11 years in operation Rank #212 / 670Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 212th out of 670 homes in Georgia. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Georgia facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Rankings are based only on facilities in Georgia that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.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
Walk Score: 9 / 100 Rank #741 / 873Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 741st out of 873 homes in Georgia. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Georgia facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Rankings are based only on facilities in Georgia that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.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

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
80%
Rank #134 / 325Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 134th out of 325 homes in Georgia. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Georgia average, with its Statewide rank out of 325. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Rankings are based only on facilities in Georgia that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Similar to the Georgia average: 78.1%
Occupied beds
88 / 110
Average occupied beds in Georgia homes 88 beds

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Community
StatusLicensed
IssuanceApril 21, 2015
CountyCobb

Ownership & Operating Entity

Sterling Estates of East Cobb Retirement Community is administered by Marshall Gill.

Contact Information

Email [email protected] [email protected]

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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 62 deficiencies 21 inspections

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, 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 4 Worse Metrics worse than Georgia average:
• Total deficiencies (195% above)
• Deficiencies per year (200% above)
• Deficiencies per inspection (43% above)
• Total inspections (110% above) 0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
Latest Inspection July 2, 2025 Complaint Investigation

Deficiencies Info Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityGA Averagevs. GA Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 6221 This facility has 195% more total deficiencies than a typical Georgia assisted living residence (62 vs. GA avg 21).↑ 195% worse
Deficiencies per year Info Average deficiencies per year since 2017. 6.92.3 This facility has 200% more deficiencies per year than a typical Georgia assisted living residence (6.9 vs. GA avg 2.3).↑ 200% worse
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 32.1 This facility has 43% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Georgia assisted living residence (3 vs. GA avg 2.1).↑ 43% worse

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityGA Averagevs. GA Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations. 2110 This facility has 110% more total inspections than a typical Georgia assisted living residence (21 vs. GA avg 10).↑ 110% worse

Inspection Reports Summary Info An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

  • May 1, 2025 complaint investigation found no violations and closed with no deficiencies cited.
  • June 6, 2023 complaint investigation substantiated staff obstructed emergency medical responders, delaying care for a resident in the lobby.
  • December 31, 2018 complaint investigation cited three deficiencies including lack of CPR training, fire safety violations, and food contamination risk from chemical storage.
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Health Inspection History

Inspections since 2019
Total health inspections 5

Georgia average 3.4

Last Health inspection on Jul 2025

Total health citations
33 Rank #185 / 203Health citations — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 185th out of 203 homes in Georgia. Shows this facility's total health deficiency citations benchmarked to the Georgia State average, with a ranking across all 203 GA facilities. Lower citation counts earn a better rank.Rankings are based only on facilities in Georgia that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.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
6.6 Rank #162 / 203Citations per inspection — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 162nd out of 203 homes in Georgia. Shows average deficiency citations per CMS inspection for this facility versus the Georgia mean across 203 facilities with citation data. Lower is better.Rankings are based only on facilities in Georgia that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.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.

10 of 33 citations resulted from standard inspections; 3 of 33 resulted from complaint investigations; and 20 of 33 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).

Breakdown of citation severity (last 7 years)
Critical health citations
1
43% worse than Georgia average

Georgia average: 0.7

Serious health citations
2
300% worse than Georgia average

Georgia average: 0.5

1 critical citation Georgia average: 0.7
2 serious citations Georgia average: 0.5
30 moderate citations Georgia average: 15.2
0 minor citations Georgia average: 0.2
Citations history (last 7 years)
Resident Rights moderate citation Jul 02, 2025
Corrected
Resident Rights moderate citation Jul 02, 2025
Corrected
Administration moderate citation Sep 19, 2024
Corrected
Environmental moderate citation Sep 19, 2024
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.

Staffing Data

Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.

Total staff 142
Employees 135
Contractors 7
Staff to resident ratio 1.15 : 1
19% fewer staff per resident than Georgia average
Georgia average ratio: 1.42 : 1 Georgia average ratio: 1.42 : 1See full Georgia ranking
Avg staff/day 59
Average shift 8.2 hours
0% compared with Georgia average
Georgia average: 8.3 hours Georgia average shift: 8.3 hoursSee full Georgia ranking
Total staff hours (quarter) 44,322

Nursing staff breakdown

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info 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 Info All 7 RN Staff are full-time employees. No contractors work on this role. 7
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 9 hours
Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

LPN Staff Info All 29 LPN Staff are full-time employees. No contractors work on this role. 29
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 10.1 hours
Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

CNA Staff Info All 56 CNA Staff are full-time employees. No contractors work on this role. 56
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.6 hours

Contractor staffing

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.

Total hours from contractors

0.7%

308 contractor hours this quarter

Medical Director: 4 Feeding Assistant: 2 Occupational Therapy Aide: 1

Staff by category

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Certified Nursing Assistant5605618,94492100%7.6
Licensed Practical Nurse2902912,41992100%10.1
RN Director of Nursing6062,0717076%8.9
Registered Nurse7071,7018693%9
Physical Therapy Assistant5051,0446975%6.8
Dental Services Staff2028986267%7.8
Qualified Activities Professional5058958087%10.2
Respiratory Therapy Technician5058478188%5.4
Qualified Social Worker4047567986%7.1
Clinical Nurse Specialist4046416470%7.7
Physical Therapy Aide3036197177%6.4
Speech Language Pathologist4046177480%6.7
Other Dietary Services Staff1015646571%8.7
Administrator1015206571%8
Nurse Practitioner1015206571%8
Dietitian1014906166%8
Mental Health Service Worker1014676166%7.7
Occupational Therapy Aide0112324145%5.7
Medical Director044391617%2.2
Feeding Assistant022371617%2.2
56 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
29 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 100%
6 RN Director of Nursing
% of Days 76%
7 Registered Nurse
% of Days 93%
5 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days 75%
2 Dental Services Staff
% of Days 67%
5 Qualified Activities Professional
% of Days 87%
5 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days 88%
4 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days 86%
4 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days 70%
3 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days 77%
4 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days 80%
1 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days 71%
1 Administrator
% of Days 71%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days 71%
1 Dietitian
% of Days 66%
1 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days 66%
1 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days 45%
4 Medical Director
% of Days 17%
2 Feeding Assistant
% of Days 17%
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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 $16K Rank #1 / 204Federal fines — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1st out of 204 homes in Georgia. Shows this facility's cumulative CMS federal fine dollars versus the Georgia average among facilities with fines, and where it ranks among 204 facilities in the pool. Lower total dollars mean a better rank.Rankings are based only on facilities in Georgia that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
61% 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 $16K
Georgia average $40K

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 Info A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline. 14.9
45% worse than 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. 27.9
61% worse than Georgia average

Georgia average: 17.4

Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 26.0%
54% worse than Georgia average

Georgia average: 16.8%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 35.2%
81% worse 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 22.6%
41% worse 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%
17% 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 5.6%
11% better than Georgia average

Georgia average: 6.3%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 1.9%
26% better than Georgia average

Georgia average: 2.5%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 4.9%
19% better than Georgia average

Georgia average: 6.0%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 3.2%
63% better than Georgia average

Georgia average: 8.7%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 4.0%
79% better than Georgia average

Georgia average: 19.1%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 88.3%
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 62.8%
34% worse than Georgia average

Georgia average: 95.0%

Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 83.1%
In line with Georgia average

Georgia average: 80.6%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 1.7%
25% better than Georgia average

Georgia average: 2.2%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 61.9%
21% worse than Georgia average

Georgia average: 78.2%

Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

33% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 21 days

Private pay

58% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 22 days

Medicaid

9% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 7 - 8 months

Facility Characteristics

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

Total residents 123
Medicare
25
20.3% of residents
Medicaid
70
56.9% of residents
Private pay or other
28
22.8% 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.

Finances and operations

Based on CMS SNF Cost Report for fiscal year ending in 01/2024.

For-profit
Operated by a single business entity.
Net patient revenue Info Net patient revenue — what the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts are subtracted from its gross charges (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3). It covers resident care only; money the home earns from other sources is shown separately as "Other income."
$15.7M
Net patient income Info Net patient income: net patient revenue minus the home's total operating expenses. A positive figure means it earns more from resident care than it spends to deliver it; a negative figure means the opposite. It excludes non-operating "other income."
-$3.4M
For-profit Operated by a single business entity.
Net patient revenue Info Net patient revenue — what the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts are subtracted from its gross charges (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3). It covers resident care only; money the home earns from other sources is shown separately as "Other income."
$15.7M Rank #15 / 197Revenue — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 15th out of 197 homes in Georgia. Shows this facility's annual revenue compared to the Georgia average. Higher revenue generally means more resources for staffing and capital — read alongside Payroll %.Rankings are based only on facilities in Georgia that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Net patient income Info Net patient income: net patient revenue minus the home's total operating expenses. A positive figure means it earns more from resident care than it spends to deliver it; a negative figure means the opposite. It excludes non-operating "other income."
-$3.4M
Other income Info Money the home earns outside of resident care — such as investments, grants, rentals and other non-operating sources (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3). It is tracked separately from net patient revenue: it is not part of that figure, and it is not included in net patient income.
$132.3K
Payroll costs Info Staff salaries plus wage-related costs — benefits such as payroll taxes, health insurance and retirement — from the home's own accounting records (CMS cost report, Worksheet A). Contract or agency labor is counted separately, under other operating costs. Rank #32 / 197Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 32nd out of 197 homes in Georgia. 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.Rankings are based only on facilities in Georgia that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
$7.6M 48.7% of net patient revenue Info Payroll as a share of revenue: staff salaries and wage-related benefits divided by net patient revenue. A higher figure means more of each revenue dollar goes to staff pay. Rank #174 / 197Payroll % — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 174th out of 197 homes in Georgia. Shows payroll as a percentage of revenue versus the Georgia average. Well-run Georgia facilities typically land around 51–61% — the top third Statewide. Below 25% may signal understaffing or heavy agency use — read with Staffing ratings.Rankings are based only on facilities in Georgia that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Other operating costs Info Everything it costs to run the home apart from payroll — food, utilities, supplies, maintenance, contract labor and administration. Calculated as total operating expense minus payroll (staff salaries and wage-related benefits).
$11.4M
Total costs Info The home's total operating expense for the year — all the costs of running it, salaries included (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3).
$19.0M
How we calculate these figures

This home is administered by Marshall Gill.

This home is owned by Elevation Holdings Georgia LLC

Certified by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services authority — CMS Certification Number: 115115

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What does this home offer?

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Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: 2-story

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Social and Recreational Activities

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Exercise Programs

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Wellness Programs

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Swimming Pool

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

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.

Most new residents arrive under private pay (58% of admissions), and a typical private pay stay runs around 22 days.

Admissions
1,055 total

Coverage residents most often arrive under.

Medicare 33%
Private pay 58%
Medicaid 9%
Discharges
1,080 total

Coverage residents most often leave under.

Medicare 27%
Private pay 58%
Medicaid 15%

Admissions and discharges reflect care patterns over time — they are not used to rate this facility.

How we assess these insights

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Sterling Estates of East Cobb Retirement Community is located in Marietta, 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

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Sterling Estates of East Cobb Retirement Community

What neighborhood is Sterling Estates of East Cobb Retirement Community in?

Sterling Estates of East Cobb Retirement Community is in the Lower Roswell Road Southeast neighborhood of Marietta.

Is Sterling Estates of East Cobb Retirement Community in a walkable area?

Sterling Estates of East Cobb Retirement Community has a walk score of 9. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

What is the occupancy rate at Sterling Estates of East Cobb Retirement Community?

Sterling Estates of East Cobb Retirement Community's occupancy is 80%.

Does Sterling Estates of East Cobb Retirement Community operate as a for-profit or non-profit?

Sterling Estates of East Cobb Retirement Community is registered as a for-profit in GA.

Who is the administrator of Sterling Estates of East Cobb Retirement Community?

Marshall Gill is the administrator of Sterling Estates of East Cobb Retirement Community.

How many beds does Sterling Estates of East Cobb Retirement Community have?

Sterling Estates of East Cobb Retirement Community has 110 beds.

Are there photos of Sterling Estates of East Cobb Retirement Community?

Yes — there are 6 photos of Sterling Estates of East Cobb Retirement Community in the photo gallery on this page.

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