Total health inspections
4
South Carolina average 3.9
Last Health inspection on Jun 2025
Mostly short-term rehab stays
Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.
Still Hopes Episcopal Retirement Community
Independent Living in Columbia
CMS overall rating
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.
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.
Still Hopes Episcopal Retirement Community
Independent Living in Columbia
CMS overall rating
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.
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.
Overview of Still Hopes Episcopal Retirement Community
Situated upon 44 acres of tranquil woods in the greater Columbia area, Still Hopes Episcopal Retirement Community’s open arms welcome all who seek an active independent living home to make the most of their golden years. A range of cozy apartments and free-standing cottages are available, coupled with a staff of well-trained nurses that provide individualized care upon request, making for a safe environment, conducive to relaxation. Still Hopes offers a Wellness Center, Solutions for Living at Home services such as cooking, cleaning, and even healthcare, and rehabilitation plans, for a holistic approach to daily physical and mental rejuvenation. Learn to love your artistic side, discover musical talent you never knew you had, or work on your backhand on the golf course; there’s no shortage of activities you can finally make time for all while your basic necessities are covered.
Should you want to venture out ever so often, Still Hopes is an independent living home that’s not only peaceful but accessible; around seven minutes away is the center of downtown Columbia with every manner of establishment well-within reach.
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.
Capacity and availability
This home usually has limited availability
Occupancy between 85% and 95% suggests balanced demand.
Occupancy rate
89.1%
Rank #32 / 108Occupancy rate — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 32nd out of 108 homes in South Carolina.Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the South Carolina average, with its statewide rank out of 108. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.
Avg. Length of Stay
25 days
Occupancy rate
89.1%
Rank #32 / 108Occupancy rate — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 32nd out of 108 homes in South Carolina.Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the South Carolina average, with its statewide rank out of 108. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.
Avg. Length of Stay
25 days
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
Might be optimal for
Short stays
Recovery
Medicare-covered care
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
84% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
23 days
Private pay
16% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
1 years
Finances and operations
Voluntary non-profit community
Home revenue
$44.9M
Operating deficit
-$2.6M
Voluntary non-profit community
Home revenue
$44.9M Rank #5 / 109Revenue — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 5th out of 109 homes in South Carolina.Shows this facility's annual revenue compared to the South Carolina SNF average. Higher revenue generally means more resources for staffing and capital — read alongside Payroll %.
Operating deficit
-$2.6M
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Rank #3 / 109Payroll — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 3rd out of 109 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.
$20.7M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Rank #3 / 109Payroll — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 3rd out of 109 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.
Other operating costs
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$26.8M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$47.5M
48 years in operation
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score: 63 / 100 Rank #2 / 27Walk Score — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 2nd out of 27 homes in South Carolina.Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across South Carolina SNFs. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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About this community
CMS Certification Number425401
Staffing
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
ContactMr. Danny Sanford, Executive Director
Total Employees
140
Full-Time Employees
140
Accept Medicare
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing
Specific ProgramsHome Care
Food DescriptionEnjoy chef-crafted meals made with fresh, local ingredients in inviting spaces where great food and good company come together.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed
Building Type: Mid-rise
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Types of Care at Still Hopes Episcopal Retirement Community
Independent Living
Assisted Living
Memory Care
Nursing Home
Home Care
Access & Eligibility
Ways to qualify for care at this community, including accepted programs and payment options.
Medicare Accepted
This facility is certified for eligible Medicare services.
Health Inspection History
Inspections
Total health citations
5
Rank #10 / 107Health citations — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 10th out of 107 homes in South Carolina.Shows this facility's total health deficiency citations benchmarked to the South Carolina state average, with a ranking across all 107 SC SNFs. Lower citation counts earn a better rank.
South Carolina average 13.7
Citations per inspection
1.25
South Carolina average 3.44
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
4 of 5 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 1 of 5 resulted from complaint investigations.
Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations
1
Rank #1 / 71Severe citations — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1st out of 71 homes in South Carolina.Shows citations where actual resident harm occurred, compared to the South Carolina average and ranked across 71 SNFs statewide. Even a single severe citation is significant — lower is always better.
In line with South Carolina averageSouth Carolina average: 1
Serious Health citations
0
0
100% better than South Carolina averageSouth Carolina average: 0.3
1 critical citation
0 serious citations
4 moderate citations
0 minor citations
Citations history (last 3 years)
Pharmacy moderate citation
Issues related to medication management, including how drugs are stored, administered, and monitored.
Jun 12, 2025
Issues related to medication management, including how drugs are stored, administered, and monitored.
Jun 12, 2025
Corrected
Infection Control moderate citation
Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols.
Apr 17, 2024
Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols.
Apr 17, 2024
Corrected
Pharmacy critical citation
Issues related to medication management, including how drugs are stored, administered, and monitored.
Feb 17, 2023
Issues related to medication management, including how drugs are stored, administered, and monitored.
Feb 17, 2023
Corrected
Infection Control moderate citation
Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols.
Feb 25, 2022
Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols.
Feb 25, 2022
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.
Compare Independent Living around Columbia The information below is reported by the South Carolina Department of Public Health, Bureau of Healthcare Quality.
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| Still Hopes Episcopal Retirement Community |
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.
HC Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
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).
RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision. | West Columbia (Still Hopes Drive) | 70 | Yes | 63 | - | A+ |
| Mill Creek Manor |
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.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Columbia (Williamsburg East) | 59 | Yes | 8 | - | A+ |
| Holiday Columbia Pines |
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. | Columbia (Devonshire Drive) | - | Yes | 16 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - |
| Inspire Sandhill |
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. | Columbia | - | Yes | 57 | - | - |
| TerraBella Windsor Lake |
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. | Columbia (Dentsville) | - | Yes | 11 | Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - |
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Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total residents
22
Medicare
18
81.8% of residents
Private pay or other
4
18.2% of residents
Programs & Services
Residents Group
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Family Member Group
Family members meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
CCRC
Part of a Continuing Care Retirement Community offering multiple care levels
Active Family Council
Organized group of family members that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, resident care, 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.
Quality of care over time
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
Short-stay resident measures
CMS star rating based on short-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = much above average, 1 star = much below average.
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
97.6%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
97.6%
23% better than South Carolina averageSouth Carolina average: 79.5%
Antipsychotic medication increase
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
1.6%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
1.6%
6% better than South Carolina averageSouth Carolina average: 1.7%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
94.3%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
94.3%
21% better than South Carolina averageSouth Carolina average: 78.0%
Re-hospitalized after SNF stay
Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission.
16.5%
Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission.
16.5%
33% better than South Carolina averageSouth Carolina average: 24.7%
Emergency department visits
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
11.5%
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
11.5%
18% better than South Carolina averageSouth Carolina average: 14.1%
Falls with major injury
Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay.
1.0%
Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay.
1.0%
26% worse than South Carolina averageSouth Carolina average: 0.8%
Ability to care for self at discharge
Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge.
63.3%
Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge.
63.3%
18% better than South Carolina averageSouth Carolina average: 53.7%
Successful return to home or community
Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility.
69.7%
Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility.
69.7%
38% better than South Carolina averageSouth Carolina average: 50.6%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
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
$13K
62% lower than South Carolina averageSouth Carolina average: $34K
Number of fines
1 Rank #1 / 69Federal fines — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1st out of 69 homes in South Carolina.Shows this facility's CMS fine count alongside the South Carolina average, and where it ranks among all 69 skilled nursing facilities in the state. Fewer fines mean a better rank.
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
$13K
South Carolina average
$34K
Penalty History
Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.
Civil Money Penalty
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Feb 17, 2023
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Feb 17, 2023
$13K
Last updated: Jan 2026
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for Still Hopes Episcopal Retirement Community based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
89.1%
↑ 2.6pp vs 2022
Net Income
-$2.6M
↑ ~$1.3M vs 2022
Total Payroll
$23.7M
↑ ~$1.4M vs 2022
Profit Margin
-9.1%
↑ 5.9pp vs 2022
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