Total health inspections
2
Tennessee average 3.5
Last Health inspection on May 2025
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.
The Bridge Assisted Living at Life Care Center of Sparta
CMS overall rating
CMS (the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) is the federal agency that rates nursing home quality. Its Overall Rating runs from 1 to 5 stars, combining health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most heavily.
CMS (the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) is the federal agency that rates nursing home quality. Its Overall Rating runs from 1 to 5 stars, combining health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most heavily.
The Bridge Assisted Living at Life Care Center of Sparta
CMS overall rating
CMS (the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) is the federal agency that rates nursing home quality. Its Overall Rating runs from 1 to 5 stars, combining health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most heavily.
CMS (the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) is the federal agency that rates nursing home quality. Its Overall Rating runs from 1 to 5 stars, combining health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most heavily.
The Bridge Assisted Living at Life Care Center of Sparta accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.
Overview of The Bridge Assisted Living at Life Care Center of Sparta
Managed by administrator Justin Freeman and owned by Latessa Morris through Sparta Medical Investors, The Bridge Assisted Living at Life Care Center of Sparta handles skilled nursing, rehab therapies, and memory care within a 60-bed building. Operational since 2000, the downtown facility works with an even mix of short-stay admissions, with 47% using Medicare and 47% paying privately, while 6% rely on Medicaid. The building carries a Walk Score of 44, reports an average resident stay of 61 days, and runs a 62.6% occupancy rate alongside a 2023 net operating loss of $530.6 thousand on $12.4 million in revenue.
Public oversight logs show a stable regulatory history with zero federal fines or penalties issued over the past three years. Daily care times hover near the state benchmark, with nursing staff providing an average of 3 hours and 18 minutes per resident each day. Clinical quality archives reveal strong numbers for preventive health, including a 100% vaccination rate for permanent residents and low rates of depression and antipsychotic medication use.
On the short-term rehab side, vaccination numbers and medication tracking also outpace state baselines, though the facility’s long-term care files note some performance dips, with serious injuries from falls tracking 59% higher than the Tennessee average alongside elevated rates of urinary tract infections.
Prospective residents researching local nursing or rehabilitation setups can look through these government tracking metrics to see how the home handles daily care. Since the health records highlight great short-term vaccination tracking and zero recent fines alongside some elevated fall numbers for long-stay residents, the paperwork fits a facility with a solid foundation in preventive care.
Quality ratings
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
Staffing hours breakdown
Daily nursing hours per resident by staff type, reported to CMS. Higher is generally better — compare this facility to state and national averages to see where staffing stands.
Total nursing care / resident
This home is ranked 101st out of 172 homes in Tennessee for nurse hours. Total adjusted nursing hours per resident per day, combining RN, LPN, and aide time. CMS adjusts this for case-mix so facilities can be fairly compared.
This home is ranked 101st out of 172 homes in Tennessee 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 18m per day
Rank #101 / 172Nurse hours — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 101st out of 172 homes in Tennessee for nurse hours. Shows adjusted nurse hours per resident per day benchmarked to the Tennessee average, with a ranking across 172 Tennessee SNFs. More hours mean more direct care. The national average is about 3.5 hrs; below 3.0 is a red flag.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
vs Tennessee avg
-10%
| Staff type | Hours / Day / Resident | vs state avg |
|---|---|---|
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Weekend Total Nursing
Combined nursing hours (RN + LPN + Nurse Aide) per resident per day on weekends. Staffing often drops on weekends — this figure reveals whether the facility maintains adequate coverage outside of weekday hours.
| 3h 15m per day | ■ Avg State avg: 3h 20m per day · National avg: 3h 25m per day |
Capacity and availability
This home usually has availability
Occupancy rate
62.6%
Rank #220 / 303Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 220th out of 303 homes in Tennessee for occupancy rate. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Tennessee average, with its Statewide rank out of 303. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Avg. Length of Stay
61 days
60-bed community Rank #289 / 427Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 289th out of 427 homes in Tennessee for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Tennessee SNFs. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
25 years in operation Rank #245 / 385Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 245th out of 385 homes in Tennessee for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Tennessee SNFs. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score: 44 / 100 Rank #197 / 554Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 197th out of 554 homes in Tennessee for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Tennessee SNFs. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
About this community
AwardsBest Nursing Home
Facility TypeAssisted Care Living Facility
StatusLicensed
IssuanceAugust 21, 2000
ExpirationMay 21, 2026
License Number00000208
CMS Certification Number445421
The Bridge Assisted Living at Life Care Center of Sparta is administrated by Justin Freeman.
Owner NameSparta Medical Investors Limited Partner
Rehabilitation Services
24-Hour Staffing
Alzheimer's And Dementia Care
24-Hour Security And Fire Safety Systems
Beauty Salon And Barber Shop
Bedside And Bathroom Call Lights
Certified Dietitian
Community Re-Entry Program
Complimentary Wireless Internet
Daily Activity Schedule
Family/Resident Councils
Fine Dining Program
Flat-Screen Tvs
Flexible Visiting Hours
Full-Time
Certified Activity Director
Homelike Setting
Housekeeping And Laundry Services
Landscaped Grounds And Courtyards
Library
Non-Smoking Facility
Pet Visitors Allowed
Private And Semiprivate Rooms
Private Bathrooms
Religious Services
Patient/Family Education Program
Telephone And Cable Television Hookups
Transportation Services
Religious ServicesYes
Inspection History
In Tennessee, the Department of Health, Division of Health Care Facilities performs unannounced inspections and investigations to ensure facilities provide high-quality resident care.
Inspection oversight
- Latest inspection: July 24, 2024
Health Inspection History
Inspections
Total health citations
5
Rank #16 / 176Health citations — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 16th out of 176 homes in Tennessee for health citations. Shows this facility's total health deficiency citations benchmarked to the Tennessee State average, with a ranking across all 176 TN SNFs. Lower citation counts earn a better rank.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Tennessee average 15.4
Citations per inspection
2.5
Rank #28 / 176Citations per inspection — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 28th out of 176 homes in Tennessee for citations per inspection. Shows average deficiency citations per CMS inspection for this facility versus the Tennessee mean across 176 SNFs with citation data. Lower is better.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Tennessee average 4.39
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
All 5 citations resulted from standard inspections.
Breakdown of citation severity (last 8 years)
Critical health citations
0
100% better than Tennessee averageTennessee average: 1.1
Serious health citations
0
100% better than Tennessee averageTennessee average: 0.6
Citations history (last 8 years)
Infection Control moderate citation
May 14, 2025
Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation
May 14, 2025
Corrected
Care Planning moderate citation
May 14, 2025
Corrected
Infection Control moderate citation
Dec 12, 2018
Corrected
Staffing Data
Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.
Total staff
115
Employees
108
Contractors
7
Staff to resident ratio
1.67 : 1
5% fewer staff per resident than Tennessee average
Avg staff/day
46
Average shift
7.9 hours
5% worse than Tennessee average
Total staff hours (quarter)
33,222
Nursing staff breakdown
Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Registered Nurse
Manages medical care and health needs.
RN Staff
All 6 RN Staff are full-time employees. No contractors work on this role.
6
All 6 RN Staff are full-time employees. No contractors work on this role.
6
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.6 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.6 hoursLicensed Practical Nurse
Assists with medical care and medications.
LPN Staff
All 18 LPN Staff are full-time employees. No contractors work on this role.
18
All 18 LPN Staff are full-time employees. No contractors work on this role.
18
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.1 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.1 hoursCertified Nursing Assistant
Helps with daily care and mobility.
CNA Staff
All 45 CNA Staff are full-time employees. No contractors work on this role.
45
All 45 CNA Staff are full-time employees. No contractors work on this role.
45
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.5 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.5 hoursContractor staffing
Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Total hours from contractors
0.5%
159 contractor hours this quarter
Occupational Therapy Aide: 3
Occupational Therapy Assistant: 3
Medical Director: 1
Staff by category
Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 45 | 0 | 45 | 14,358 | 92 | 100% | 7.5 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 18 | 0 | 18 | 6,611 | 92 | 100% | 9.1 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1,692 | 91 | 99% | 7.2 |
| Registered Nurse | 6 | 0 | 6 | 1,476 | 88 | 96% | 9.6 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 5 | 0 | 5 | 1,445 | 74 | 80% | 7.2 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 3 | 0 | 3 | 1,360 | 68 | 74% | 9.1 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 7 | 0 | 7 | 1,064 | 84 | 91% | 7.4 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 4 | 0 | 4 | 954 | 79 | 86% | 6.6 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 2 | 0 | 2 | 646 | 58 | 63% | 7.8 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 528 | 66 | 72% | 8 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 5 | 0 | 5 | 473 | 63 | 68% | 5.9 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 472 | 59 | 64% | 8 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 469 | 60 | 65% | 7.8 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 442 | 59 | 64% | 7.5 |
| Dental Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 413 | 54 | 59% | 7.7 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 388 | 63 | 68% | 6.2 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 1 | 3 | 4 | 245 | 43 | 47% | 5.6 |
| Therapeutic Recreation Specialist | 2 | 0 | 2 | 98 | 13 | 14% | 7.5 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 45 | 3 | 3% | 15 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 3 | 3 | 45 | 7 | 8% | 6.4 |
45 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days
100%
18 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days
100%
4 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days
99%
6 Registered Nurse
% of Days
96%
5 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days
80%
3 RN Director of Nursing
% of Days
74%
7 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days
91%
4 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days
86%
2 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days
63%
1 Administrator
% of Days
72%
5 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days
68%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days
64%
1 Dietitian
% of Days
65%
1 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days
64%
1 Dental Services Staff
% of Days
59%
1 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days
68%
4 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days
47%
2 Therapeutic Recreation Specialist
% of Days
14%
1 Medical Director
% of Days
3%
3 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days
8%
Penalties and fines
Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.
Source: CMS Penalties Database
No penalties in the past 3 years
No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.
Quality of care over time
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
High-risk clinical events score
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
11.6
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
11.6
11% worse than Tennessee averageTennessee average: 10.5
Functional decline score
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
22.6
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
22.6
16% worse than Tennessee averageTennessee average: 19.5
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
11.8%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
11.8%
26% better than Tennessee averageTennessee average: 16.0%
Walking Ability Worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
27.0%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
27.0%
24% worse than Tennessee averageTennessee average: 21.7%
Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
28.9%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
28.9%
39% worse than Tennessee averageTennessee average: 20.7%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
5.8%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
5.8%
59% worse than Tennessee averageTennessee average: 3.7%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
5.6%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
5.6%
In line with Tennessee averageTennessee average: 5.4%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
3.4%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
3.4%
66% worse than Tennessee averageTennessee average: 2.1%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
7.9%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
7.9%
25% worse than Tennessee averageTennessee average: 6.3%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
3.2%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
3.2%
71% better than Tennessee averageTennessee average: 11.0%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
6.9%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
6.9%
58% better than Tennessee averageTennessee average: 16.5%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
100.0%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
100.0%
11% better than Tennessee averageTennessee average: 89.9%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
100.0%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
100.0%
6% better than Tennessee averageTennessee average: 94.5%
Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
98.4%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
98.4%
24% better than Tennessee averageTennessee average: 79.7%
Antipsychotic medication increase
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.5%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.5%
70% better than Tennessee averageTennessee average: 1.7%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
93.0%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
93.0%
17% better than Tennessee averageTennessee average: 79.8%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
47% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
27 days
Private pay
47% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
1 - 2 months
Medicaid
6% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
1 years
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total residents
69
Medicaid
60
87% of residents
Private pay or other
9
13% of residents
Programs & Services
Residents Group
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Nurse Aide Training
State-approved Nurse Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program on-site
Active Resident Council
Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.
Data sourced from CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics quarterly report. Payer mix reflects the current resident census by primary payment source.
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for The Bridge Assisted Living at Life Care Center of Sparta based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
62.6%
↑ 4.3pp vs 2022
Net Income
-$530.6K
↑ ~$514.2K vs 2022
Total Payroll
$6.9M
↑ ~$627.0K vs 2022
Profit Margin
-4.4%
↑ 5.5pp vs 2022
Finances and operations
Privately-owned community
Operated by a partnership between two or more business owners.
Home revenue
$12.4M
Operating loss
-$530.6K
Privately-owned community
Operated by a partnership between two or more business owners.
Home revenue
$12.4M Rank #94 / 176Revenue — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 94th out of 176 homes in Tennessee for revenue. Shows this facility's annual revenue compared to the Tennessee SNF average. Higher revenue generally means more resources for staffing and capital — read alongside Payroll %.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Operating loss
-$530.6K
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Rank #61 / 176Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 61st out of 176 homes in Tennessee for payroll. Shows total annual staff payroll benchmarked to the Tennessee average. Higher payroll investment relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on cheaper contract labor.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
$6.9M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Rank #61 / 176Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 61st out of 176 homes in Tennessee for payroll. Shows total annual staff payroll benchmarked to the Tennessee average. Higher payroll investment relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on cheaper contract labor.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Other operating costs
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$6.0M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$12.9M
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Frequently Asked Questions about The Bridge Assisted Living at Life Care Center of Sparta
Who is the owner of The Bridge Assisted Living at Life Care Center of Sparta?
The legal owner and operator of The Bridge Assisted Living at Life Care Center of Sparta is Sparta Medical Investors Limited Partner.
Is The Bridge Assisted Living at Life Care Center of Sparta in a walkable area?
The Bridge Assisted Living at Life Care Center of Sparta has a walk score of 44. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
What is the license number of The Bridge Assisted Living at Life Care Center of Sparta?
According to TN state health department records, The Bridge Assisted Living at Life Care Center of Sparta's license number is 00000208.
When does The Bridge Assisted Living at Life Care Center of Sparta's license expire?
According to TN state health department records, The Bridge Assisted Living at Life Care Center of Sparta's license expires on May 21, 2026.
Who is the administrator of The Bridge Assisted Living at Life Care Center of Sparta?
Justin Freeman is the administrator of The Bridge Assisted Living at Life Care Center of Sparta.
How many beds does The Bridge Assisted Living at Life Care Center of Sparta have?
The Bridge Assisted Living at Life Care Center of Sparta has 60 beds.
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