The Marshes of Skidaway Island

Nursing Home · Savannah, GA

The Marshes of Skidaway Island

Nursing Home · Savannah, GA

95 Skidaway Island Park Rd, Savannah, GA 31411 View map

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Overview of The Marshes of Skidaway Island

Just outside Savannah, Georgia, The Marshes of Skidaway Island is a retirement community delivering quality independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing, respite care, memory care, and rehabilitation services. For four consecutive years, this charming home has been awarded the Best Assisted Living/Retirement Community by Savannah Magazine. It boasts luxurious accommodations that can fit any lifestyle– with cottages, townhomes, and apartment villas in a neighborhood setting surrounded by beautifully landscaped grounds. Additionally, it has The Island Club and the Palmetto Club which house dining venues, a cocktail lounge, an indoor heated pool, a greenhouse, and a fully equipped exercise room, to name a few.
A full continuum of care is available onsite where a dedicated team of caregivers and licensed professionals are available 24/7. For seniors who need an extra layer of support, The Oaks Health Center provides assisted living services to residents of the Sycamore and Magnolia neighborhoods. The center also has a full range of personalized skilled nursing and long-term care for residents of the Peachtree and Mulberry Neighborhoods. The comprehensive medical support available in this community, alongside the wide variety of services and amenities, make The Marshes the ideal home for seniors seeking the best life has to offer.

(912) 598-5030

Staffing hours breakdown

Hours per resident per day — compared to Georgia state averages

Staff type	Hours / day	vs state avg
Registered Nurse (RN) 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.	1h 25m per day	▲ 183% State avg: 30m per day · National avg: 41m per day
LPN / LVN 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 41m per day	▲ 80% State avg: 56m per day · National avg: 52m per day
Nurse Aide 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.	3h 23m per day	▲ 57% State avg: 2h 9m per day · National avg: 2h 21m per day
Total Nursing (Weekend) 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.	6h 22m per day	▲ 105% State avg: 3h 6m per day · National avg: 3h 26m per day
Physical Therapist 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.	9m per day	▲ 200% State avg: 3m per day · National avg: 4m per day
RN (Weekend) 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.	52m per day	▲ 160% State avg: 20m per day · National avg: 29m per day

31-bed community

A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.

12 years in operation

A community with a solid operating history and experience delivering ongoing care.

Walk Score: 11 / 100

Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

About this community

Facility TypeAssisted Living Community

StatusLicensed

IssuanceDecember 9, 2013

CountyChatham

The Marshes of Skidaway Island is administrated by Ms Heather Kjelstad.

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Since 2018 · 8 years of data 8 inspections

Inspection Scorecard This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, 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 2018 vs. Georgia state average

Overall vs. GA average

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

Metric	This Facility	GA Average	vs. GA Avg
Total inspections Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.	8	10	This facility has 20% fewer total inspections than a typical Georgia nursing home (8 vs. GA avg 10).↓ 20% better

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The Marshes of Skidaway Island is located in Savannah, 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).

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.

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.

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).

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).

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).

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).

~$20-$489/month based on facility type.

Benefits

Cash (~$20-$489/month) for room/board in personal care homes

9.6 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Savannah's city center to The Marshes of Skidaway Island's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 4.1 miles to nearest hospital (Georgia Regional Hospital)

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Short-stay resident measures

Significantly above average

Re-hospitalized after SNF stay 13.5%

44% better than Georgia average

Georgia average: 24.2%

Emergency department visits 11.6%

5% better than Georgia average

Georgia average: 12.2%

Falls with major injury 0.0%

100% better than Georgia average

Georgia average: 0.8%

Successful return to home or community 51.7%

In line with Georgia average

Georgia average: 50.6%

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The information below is reported by the Georgia Department of Community Health, Healthcare Facility Regulation Division.

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What neighborhood is The Marshes of Skidaway Island in?

The Marshes of Skidaway Island is in the Skidaway Island Park Road neighborhood of Savannah.

Is The Marshes of Skidaway Island in a walkable area?

The Marshes of Skidaway Island has a walk score of 11. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

Who is the administrator of The Marshes of Skidaway Island?

Ms HEATHER KJELSTAD is the administrator of The Marshes of Skidaway Island.

How many beds does The Marshes of Skidaway Island have?

The Marshes of Skidaway Island has 31 beds.

What is the phone number of The Marshes of Skidaway Island?

(912) 598-5030 will put you in contact with the team at The Marshes of Skidaway Island.

What county is The Marshes of Skidaway Island located in?

The Marshes of Skidaway Island is in Chatham County.

Is The Marshes of Skidaway Island Medicare or Medicaid certified?

The Marshes of Skidaway Island is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.

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