Mostly short-term rehab stays
Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.
Sunshine Health Care
Sunshine Health Care is a Nursing Home in Mississippi
Sunshine Health Care is a Nursing Home in Mississippi
Sunshine Health Care
Sunshine Health Care is a Nursing Home in Mississippi
Sunshine Health Care is a Nursing Home in Mississippi
Sunshine Health Care is a skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility located in Pontotoc, Mississippi. It offers a variety of services including occupational, physical, and speech therapy, as well as short-term rehabilitation. The facility is dedicated to providing personalized care in a home-like environment.
Quality ratings
Official CMS rating based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
Official CMS rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
Official CMS rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
Official CMS rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
Capacity and availability
Smaller home
May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.
Total beds
60
This home usually has limited availability
Occupancy is moderate, suggesting balanced demand.
Occupancy rate
90.7%
Residents per day (avg)
57
Occupancy rate
90.7%
Residents per day (avg)
57
Who this home usually serves
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TYPE OF STAY
Might be optimal for
Short stays
Recovery
Medicare-covered care
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
83% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
1 - 2 months
Private pay
8% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
1 years
Medicaid
9% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
4 years
Finances and operations
Proprietary home
Corporation
Home revenue
$7.0M
Profit
$271.8K
Proprietary home
Corporation
Home revenue
$6,972,165.00
Profit
$271,764.00
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$3.5M
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.
$3.2M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$6.7M
60-bed community
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
About this community
Facility Type
Nursing Home Facilities
Additional licensing details
CMS Certification Number:
255319
County:
Pontotoc
Awards:
Voted Best Nursing Home in Pontotoc
Ownership & operating entity
Sunshine Health Care is administrated by David Horn.
Owner name:
Sunshine Health Care, Inc
Care Services
Nursing Services
Rehabilitation Services
Skilled Nursing
24-Hour Staffing
Amenities & Lifestyle
Programs & Activities
Specific Programs
Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Speech Therapy, Short Term Rehabilitation, Nursing Services, Outside Services
Operating Hours
Monday to Friday – 08:00 AM – 04:30 PM
Access & Eligibility
Ways to qualify for care at this community, including accepted programs and payment options.
Medicaid Accepted
This facility is certified for eligible Medicaid services.
Medicare Accepted
This facility is certified for eligible Medicare services.
Inspection History
In Mississippi, the State Department of Health, Bureau of Health Facilities Licensure conducts unannounced surveys to monitor facility compliance with health, safety, and resident rights laws.
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Comparison Chart
The information below is reported by the Mississippi State Department of Health, Bureau of Health Facilities Licensure.Compare Nursing Homes around Mississippi
Sunshine Health Care
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
MS 38863
60
No
SUNSHINE HEALTH CARE, INC
90.7%
$6,935,782.00
$3,547,966.00
51.2%
56.90
5/5
7.5554
5/5
5/5
2/5
-
Brandon Court
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
MS 39042
106
No
DAWSON, JAQUISA
59.5%
$7,423,050.00
$3,907,945.00
52.6%
74.60
5/5
4.1015
5/5
3/5
2/5
-
Camellia Estates
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
MS 39648
78
No
LINDER, MISTY
22.0%
$5,010,010.00
$1,824,819.00
36.4%
21.70
5/5
4.8514
4/5
5/5
5/5
2
Billdora Senior Care
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
MS 39667
60
No
-
77.1%
$5,865,053.00
$2,501,696.00
42.7%
49.00
3/5
5.1364
4/5
4/5
1/5
1
Attala County Nursing Center
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
MS 39090
120
No
HOOD, AMY
75.9%
$8,711,530.00
$4,255,205.00
48.8%
99.60
2/5
4.0292
3/5
3/5
1/5
-
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Staffing Data
Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)
126
Total Staff
114
Employees
12
Contractors
39,029
Total Hours (Quarter)
54
Avg Staff/Day
7.9
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
| Role ⓘ | Count ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ | Uses Contractors? ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | 12 | 9.1 | No |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 19 | 7.8 | No |
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 68 | 8 | No |
Staff by Category
Administration ⓘ
3 staff
8hs shift avg
Nursing Staff ⓘ
102 staff
8hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners ⓘ
4 staff
8.2hs shift avg
Therapy Services ⓘ
12 staff
5.8hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation ⓘ
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Social Services ⓘ
2 staff
7.6hs shift avg
Dietary Services ⓘ
2 staff
8.1hs shift avg
Other Services ⓘ
1 staff
8.3hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
1%
of total hours from contractors
373 contractor hours this quarter
Physical Therapy Assistant: 3
Speech Language Pathologist: 2
Nurse Practitioner: 1
Respiratory Therapy Technician: 2
Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1
Medical Director: 2
Occupational Therapy Aide: 1
| Role ⓘ | Employees ⓘ | Contractors ⓘ | Total Staff ⓘ | Total Hours ⓘ | Days Worked ⓘ | % of Days ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 68 | 0 | 68 | 25,978 | 91 | 100% | 8 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 19 | 0 | 19 | 3,826 | 91 | 100% | 7.8 |
| Registered Nurse | 12 | 0 | 12 | 3,394 | 91 | 100% | 9.1 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 3 | 0 | 3 | 1,457 | 67 | 74% | 8 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 2 | 0 | 2 | 909 | 67 | 74% | 8.3 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 2 | 0 | 2 | 551 | 65 | 71% | 7.6 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 1 | 2 | 528 | 65 | 71% | 8 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 520 | 65 | 71% | 8 |
| Dental Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 507 | 61 | 67% | 8.3 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 2 | 0 | 2 | 499 | 64 | 70% | 6.7 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 1 | 2 | 3 | 406 | 54 | 59% | 7.5 |
| Dietitian | 2 | 0 | 2 | 179 | 22 | 24% | 8.1 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 3 | 3 | 140 | 32 | 35% | 4.4 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 2 | 2 | 72 | 33 | 36% | 2.1 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 2 | 2 | 32 | 4 | 4% | 7.9 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 24 | 3 | 3% | 8 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 0 | 1 | 1 | 8 | 1 | 1% | 8 |
Health Inspection History
Source: CMS Health Citations (Nov 2022 – Jul 2025)
3
Inspections
3
Total Citations
0
Critical (J-L)
0
Serious (G-I)
1
Citations/Inspection
Jul 2025
Last Inspection
Citation Severity Distribution
What do these levels mean?
Top Deficiency Categories
Quality of Life & Care
1
33% of total
Citation Sources
Standard Inspections
3
Complaint Investigations
0
State Comparison (MS)
Citations
3
Mississippi average: 16.9
Critical Citations
0
Mississippi average: 1
Recent Citations (Last 3 Years)
| Date | Severity ? | Category | Tag | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 24, 2025 | D | Care Planning | F0641 | Corrected |
| Mar 06, 2024 | B | Care Planning | F0641 | Corrected |
| Nov 03, 2022 | D | Quality of Care | F0695 | Corrected |
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Ownership: For-Profit Individual
Resident Census by Payment Source
55
Total Residents
Medicare
6
(10.9%)
ⓘ
Medicaid
40
(72.7%)
ⓘ
Private Pay/Other
9
(16.4%)
ⓘ
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
ⓘ
Family Member Group
ⓘ
Family Engagement
Active councils help families stay involved in care decisions and facility operations.
Active
Family Council
ⓘ
Active
Resident Council
ⓘ
Quality Measures
CMS quality measures assess care quality for long-stay and short-stay residents. Lower percentages generally indicate better outcomes for most measures.
Source: CMS Nursing Home Compare (Data as of Jan 2026)
High-Risk Clinical Events
10.0
Score
19% better than avg
Mississippi avg: 12.4
Composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and ADL decline
Functional Decline
19.7
Score
12% better than avg
Mississippi avg: 22.3
Composite score based on ADL decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence
Long-Stay Resident Measures
Measures for residents who stay 101 days or more. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care.
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
15.8%
Lost Too Much Weight
5.3%
Urinary Tract Infection
1.1%
Depressive Symptoms
0.0%
Falls with Major Injury
2.6%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
100.0%
Antipsychotic Use
14.9%
Walking Ability Worsened
23.9%
Influenza Vaccine
100.0%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
2.4%
Low Risk Long-Stay Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
19.3%
Short-Stay Resident Measures
Measures for residents who stay 100 days or less (typically rehabilitation patients).
Pneumococcal Vaccine
95.6%
9% better than avg
Mississippi: 87.9%
Short-Stay Residents Who Received a New Antipsychotic Medication
3.1%
24% worse than avg
Mississippi: 2.5%
Influenza Vaccine
95.0%
12% better than avg
Mississippi: 84.6%
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for Sunshine Health Care based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
90.7%
↑ 4.2pp vs 2022
Net Income
$271,764
↓ ~$235K vs 2022
Total Payroll
$4,355,078
↑ ~$456K vs 2022
Profit Margin
3.9%
↓ 4.0pp vs 2022
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Program
State Program Name
Eligibility
Benefits
Elderly and Disabled Waiver
Mississippi Medicaid E&D Waiver
Official government program page
- General: Age 65+ or disabled, Mississippi resident, Medicaid- eligible, nursing home-level care need.
- Income Limits (2025): ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).
- Asset Limits: $4,000 (individual, higher than most states).
- MS Specifics: Higher asset limit; rural focus.
- Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), respite (240 hours/year), adult day care ($60/day), meals ($6/meal).
Mississippi Caregiver Respite Program
MS NFCSP Respite
Official government program page
- General: Caregiver of someone 60+, Mississippi resident.
- Income Limits: No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
- Asset Limits: Not applicable.
- MS Specifics: Limited slots; rural emphasis.
- Services: In-home respite (4-6 hours/day), adult day care (~$60/day), short-term facility care (up to 5 days).
Assisted Living (AL) Waiver
Mississippi Assisted Living Waiver
Official government program page
- General: Age 65+ or disabled, Mississippi resident, Medicaid-eligible, NFLOC, living in approved AL facility.
- Income Limits (2025): ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual); QIT required.
- Asset Limits: $4,000 (individual), $6,000 (couple).
- MS Specifics: Only for AL facilities with waiver contracts; small program size.
- Services: Personal care, meals, medication management, respite, transportation within AL facility.
Independent Living (IL) Waiver
Mississippi Independent Living Waiver
Official government program page
- General: Age 16+ (65+ for seniors), Mississippi resident, Medicaid-eligible, NFLOC but capable of self-direction.
- Income Limits (2025): ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual); QIT required.
- Asset Limits: $4,000 (individual), $6,000 (couple).
- MS Specifics: Self-directed care; limited to in-home settings.
- Services: Personal care (4-6 hours/day), respite (~200 hours/year), home mods, assistive tech, transition services.
Medicare Savings Program (MSP)
Mississippi Medicare Savings Program
Official government program page
- General: Age 65+ or disabled, Mississippi resident, Medicare Part A/B.
- Income Limits (2025): ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
- Asset Limits: $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
- MS Specifics: Three tiers; no waitlist; includes Extra Help for Part D.
- Services: Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month), deductibles ($240/year), copays (~20%).
Mississippi Homemaker Program
Mississippi Homemaker Program (via Area Agencies on Aging)
Official government program page
- General: Age 60+, Mississippi resident, not Medicaid-eligible, needs assistance with daily living.
- Income Limits (2025): ~$1,063/month (100% FPL, individual); prioritizes low-income.
- Asset Limits: Not strictly assessed; need-based focus.
- MS Specifics: 10 AAAs; waitlist possible due to funding caps.
- Services: Homemaker services (2-4 hours/day, e.g., cleaning, meal prep), respite (~2 days/year), transportation, meals.
Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)
Mississippi SCSEP
Official government program page
- General: Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, Mississippi resident.
- Income Limits (2025): ~$1,983/month (125% FPL).
- Asset Limits: Not specified; income-focused.
- MS Specifics: Priority for veterans, rural residents; MDES oversees.
- Services: Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour), job placement.
VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits
Mississippi VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound
- General: Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, Mississippi resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
- Income Limits (2025): Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
- Asset Limits: ~$155,356 (net worth limit).
- MS Specifics: High veteran population in rural areas.
- Services: Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living).
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Mississippi Medicaid E&D Waiver
Elderly and Disabled Waiver
Requirements:
General:Age 65+ or disabled, Mississippi resident, Medicaid- eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025):~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).- Asset Limits:$4,000 (individual, higher than most states).
MS Specifics:Higher asset limit; rural focus.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), respite (240 hours/year), adult day care ($60/day), meals ($6/meal).
MS NFCSP Respite
Mississippi Caregiver Respite Program
Requirements:
- General:Caregiver of someone 60+, Mississippi resident.
- Income Limits:No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
- Asset Limits:Not applicable.
- MS Specifics:Limited slots; rural emphasis.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: In-home respite (4-6 hours/day), adult day care (~$60/day), short-term facility care (up to 5 days).
Mississippi Assisted Living Waiver
Assisted Living (AL) Waiver
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+ or disabled, Mississippi resident, Medicaid-eligible, NFLOC, living in approved AL facility.
- Income Limits (2025):~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual); QIT required.
- Asset Limits:$4,000 (individual), $6,000 (couple).
- MS Specifics:Only for AL facilities with waiver contracts; small program size.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Personal care, meals, medication management, respite, transportation within AL facility.
Mississippi Independent Living Waiver
Independent Living (IL) Waiver
Requirements:
- General:Age 16+ (65+ for seniors), Mississippi resident, Medicaid-eligible, NFLOC but capable of self-direction.
- Income Limits (2025):~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual); QIT required.
- Asset Limits:$4,000 (individual), $6,000 (couple).
- MS Specifics:Self-directed care; limited to in-home settings.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Personal care (4-6 hours/day), respite (~200 hours/year), home mods, assistive tech, transition services.
Mississippi Medicare Savings Program
Medicare Savings Program (MSP)
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+ or disabled, Mississippi resident, Medicare Part A/B.
- Income Limits (2025):~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
- Asset Limits:$9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
- MS Specifics:Three tiers; no waitlist; includes Extra Help for Part D.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month), deductibles ($240/year), copays (~20%).
Mississippi Homemaker Program (via Area Agencies on Aging)
Mississippi Homemaker Program
Requirements:
- General:Age 60+, Mississippi resident, not Medicaid-eligible, needs assistance with daily living.
- Income Limits (2025):~$1,063/month (100% FPL, individual); prioritizes low-income.
- Asset Limits:Not strictly assessed; need-based focus.
- MS Specifics:10 AAAs; waitlist possible due to funding caps.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Homemaker services (2-4 hours/day, e.g., cleaning, meal prep), respite (~2 days/year), transportation, meals.
Mississippi SCSEP
Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)
Requirements:
- General:Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, Mississippi resident.
- Income Limits (2025):~$1,983/month (125% FPL).
- Asset Limits:Not specified; income-focused.
- MS Specifics:Priority for veterans, rural residents; MDES oversees.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour), job placement.
Mississippi VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound
VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, Mississippi resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
- Income Limits (2025):Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
- Asset Limits:~$155,356 (net worth limit).
- MS Specifics:High veteran population in rural areas.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living).
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