Total health inspections
8
Louisiana average 6.5
Last Health inspection on Apr 2025
Mostly long-term care residents
Most residents stay for extended periods and receive ongoing daily care.
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Assisted Living in Alexandria
CMS overall rating
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.
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.
Summit Retirement Center
Assisted Living in Alexandria
CMS overall rating
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.
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.
Summit Retirement Center
The Summit, a healthcare community nestled in the heart of Alexandria, Louisiana, is a haven for individuals seeking recovery, rehabilitation, or a nurturing long-term residence tailored to their unique requirements. The journey to well-being extends to those requiring consistent medical monitoring, and The Summit’s commitment shines through by providing long-term care within a homelike environment. Residents can partake in a wealth of activities that not only nurture their physical health but also stimulate their minds and uplift their spirits.
The compassionate and dedicated staff at The Summit extends a warm welcome to each individual, ensuring that their presence is felt and that every resident receives the care and attention they need to achieve their health and well-being. For those pursuing short-term care post-surgery or hospitalization, The Summit offers a comprehensive range of skilled nursing services dedicated to expediting recovery and ensuring a secure return home. Individuals who have undergone joint replacement surgeries or encountered medical events such as heart attacks or strokes will find solace in The Summit’s rehabilitation therapies. These programs enhance mobility, strength, and overall functionality, promoting a more fulfilling and independent life.
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.
Nursing care per resident
This shows how many total hours of nursing staff time are available per resident each day. Higher numbers usually mean more staff support.
Capacity and availability
Medium-capacity home
Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.
Total beds
130
This home usually has availability
Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.
Occupancy rate
81.9%
Residents per day (avg)
87
Occupancy rate
81.9%
Residents per day (avg)
87
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
Might be optimal for
Long-term daily care
Ongoing support needs
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
25% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
4 - 5 months
Private pay
45% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
4 - 5 months
Medicaid
30% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
2 - 3 years
Finances and operations
Privately-owned community
Home revenue
$8.9M
Profit
$426.4K
Privately-owned community
Home revenue
$8,949,967.00
Profit
$426,443.00
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$4.2M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Other operating costs
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$4.3M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$8.5M
What does this home offer?
Minimum Age: 55 Years Old
Housing Options: 1 Bed
Building Type: Single Story
Fitness and Recreation
Types of Care at Summit Retirement Center
Skilled Nursing
Memory Care
Hospice Care
Health Inspection History
Inspections
Total health citations
31
Louisiana average 25.7
Citations per inspection
3.88
Louisiana average 3.95
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
15 of 31 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 16 of 31 resulted from complaint investigations.
Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations
2
2
82% worse than Louisiana averageLouisiana average: 1.1
Serious Health citations
0
0
100% better than Louisiana averageLouisiana average: 0.5
2 critical citations
0 serious citations
29 moderate citations
0 minor citations
Citations history (last 3 years)
Abuse/Neglect moderate citation
Issues related to protecting resident's from harm, including abuse, neglect, or mistreatment.
Apr 16, 2025
Issues related to protecting resident's from harm, including abuse, neglect, or mistreatment.
Apr 16, 2025
Corrected
Pharmacy moderate citation
Issues related to medication management, including how drugs are stored, administered, and monitored.
Apr 16, 2025
Issues related to medication management, including how drugs are stored, administered, and monitored.
Apr 16, 2025
Corrected
Care Planning moderate citation
Issues related to creating and updating personalized care plans for residents based on their needs and conditions.
Apr 16, 2025
Issues related to creating and updating personalized care plans for residents based on their needs and conditions.
Apr 16, 2025
Corrected
Care Planning moderate citation
Issues related to creating and updating personalized care plans for residents based on their needs and conditions.
Apr 16, 2025
Issues related to creating and updating personalized care plans for residents based on their needs and conditions.
Apr 16, 2025
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 Assisted Living around Alexandria The information below is reported by the Louisiana Department of Health, Health Standards Section.
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Summit Retirement Center
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.
Alexandria
130
No
49
1 Bed
-
Brookdale Alexandria
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.
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.
Alexandria
96
Yes
32
1 Bed
Michaela D Martin
SummerHouse Alexandria
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.
Alexandria
71
Yes
40
1 Bed
ALLIE LLORENSDIRECTOR OF HEALTH AND WELLNESS
Regency House
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.
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).
Alexandria
60
No
45
1 Bed
-
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2.8 miles from city center — 0.22 miles to nearest hospital (Fresenius Medical Care at Christus St Francis, Cabrini Hospit)
2200 Memorial Dr, Alexandria, LA 71301
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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)
This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.
Total staff
138
Employees
88
Contractors
50
Staff to resident ratio
1.66:1
6% better than Louisiana averageLouisiana average ratio: 1.56:1
Avg staff/day
47
Average shift
7.5 hours
9% worse than Louisiana averageLouisiana average: 8.2 hours
Total staff hours (quarter)
32,128
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse
Manages medical care and health needs.
Total count
9
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.8 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.8 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Assists with medical care and medications.
Total count
38
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.5 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.5 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Helps with daily care and mobility.
Total count
61
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.7 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.7 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Contractor staffing
Total hours from contractors
11.9%
3,823 contractor hours this quarter
Licensed Practical Nurse: 18
Speech Language Pathologist: 5
Registered Nurse: 5
Physical Therapy Assistant: 4
Respiratory Therapy Technician: 4
Physical Therapy Aide: 4
Therapeutic Recreation Specialist: 3
Occupational Therapy Assistant: 2
Qualified Social Worker: 1
Occupational Therapy Aide: 1
Clinical Nurse Specialist: 1
Medical Director: 1
Other Physician: 1
Staff by category
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 61 | 0 | 61 | 20,161 | 91 | 100% | 7.7 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 20 | 18 | 38 | 7,880 | 91 | 100% | 8.5 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 5 | 5 | 945 | 67 | 74% | 7.2 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 4 | 4 | 519 | 65 | 71% | 6.5 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 472 | 59 | 65% | 8 |
| Therapeutic Recreation Specialist | 0 | 3 | 3 | 457 | 74 | 81% | 6.2 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 452 | 57 | 63% | 7.9 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 1 | 1 | 388 | 66 | 73% | 5.9 |
| Registered Nurse | 4 | 5 | 9 | 265 | 31 | 34% | 7.8 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 4 | 4 | 242 | 53 | 58% | 4.5 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 0 | 1 | 1 | 115 | 16 | 18% | 7.2 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 4 | 4 | 97 | 60 | 66% | 1.4 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 0 | 1 | 1 | 63 | 8 | 9% | 7.9 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 2 | 2 | 31 | 8 | 9% | 3.9 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 18 | 9 | 10% | 2 |
| Other Physician | 0 | 1 | 1 | 17 | 9 | 10% | 1.9 |
| Nurse Aide in Training | 1 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 2 | 2% | 3 |
61 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days
100%
38 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days
100%
5 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days
74%
4 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days
71%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days
65%
3 Therapeutic Recreation Specialist
% of Days
81%
1 Administrator
% of Days
63%
1 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days
73%
9 Registered Nurse
% of Days
34%
4 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days
58%
1 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days
18%
4 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days
66%
1 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days
9%
2 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days
9%
1 Medical Director
% of Days
10%
1 Other Physician
% of Days
10%
1 Nurse Aide in Training
% of Days
2%
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total census
83 residents
Residents by payment source
Medicare
4 residents (4.8%)
Medicaid
77 residents (92.8%)
Private pay or other
2 residents (2.4%)
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.
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.
16.4
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
16.4
40% worse than Louisiana averageLouisiana average: 11.7
Functional decline score
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
27.9
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
27.9
37% worse than Louisiana averageLouisiana average: 20.4
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
24.1%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
24.1%
17% worse than Louisiana averageLouisiana average: 20.5%
Walking Ability Worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
42.4%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
42.4%
80% worse than Louisiana averageLouisiana average: 23.5%
Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
17.2%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
17.2%
In line with Louisiana averageLouisiana average: 17.1%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
5.1%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
5.1%
47% worse than Louisiana averageLouisiana average: 3.5%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
6.0%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
6.0%
6% better than Louisiana averageLouisiana average: 6.4%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
3.1%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
3.1%
13% worse than Louisiana averageLouisiana average: 2.7%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
4.4%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
4.4%
15% better than Louisiana averageLouisiana average: 5.1%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
0.0%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
0.0%
100% better than Louisiana averageLouisiana average: 1.6%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
10.8%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
10.8%
47% better than Louisiana averageLouisiana average: 20.4%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
53.9%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
53.9%
41% worse than Louisiana averageLouisiana average: 91.5%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
84.9%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
84.9%
11% worse than Louisiana averageLouisiana average: 94.9%
Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
69.0%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
69.0%
16% worse than Louisiana averageLouisiana average: 82.5%
Antipsychotic medication increase
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.0%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.0%
100% better than Louisiana averageLouisiana average: 3.1%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
80.5%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
80.5%
6% better than Louisiana averageLouisiana average: 76.2%
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
$14K
86% lower than Louisiana averageLouisiana average: $103K
Number of fines
1
51% fewer fines than Louisiana averageLouisiana average: 2.0
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 Louisiana averageLouisiana average: 0.3
Fines amount comparison
Fines amount comparison
This facility
$14K
Louisiana average
$103K
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.
Sep 14, 2023
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Sep 14, 2023
$14K
Last updated: Jan 2026
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for Summit Retirement Center based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
81.9%
↓ 4.1pp vs 2022
Net Income
$426,443
↓ ~$486K vs 2022
Total Payroll
$6,117,488
↑ ~$90K vs 2022
Profit Margin
4.8%
↓ 4.9pp vs 2022
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