Wildewood Downs Retirement Community
Nursing Home, Assisted Living, Continuing Care Retirement Community, Independent Living, Memory Care & Skilled Nursing · Columbia, SC
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Wildewood Downs Retirement Community

Nursing Home, Assisted Living, Continuing Care Retirement Community, Independent Living, Memory Care & Skilled Nursing · Columbia, SC
CMS overall rating Info 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.
Wildewood Downs Retirement Community accepts Medicare and private pay.
Wildewood Downs Retirement Community accepts Medicare and private pay.

Overview of Wildewood Downs Retirement Community

Wildewood Downs Retirement Community offers nursing home, assisted living, continuing care retirement community, independent living, memory care, and skilled nursing in Columbia, South Carolina. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Skilled nursing brings licensed nursing care on site around the clock. Its range of care levels can suit a resident whose needs grow over time, and respite care offers a short stay for a family caregiver who needs to travel or recover.

The community has 57 beds. That smaller setting gives staff and residents more opportunity to get to know each other. Housing includes one, two, and three bedroom options in Cottage Homes and Villa Apartments, accommodating individuals as well as residents moving with a companion. Cottage Home pricing ranges from the $200s to the high $500s per month, while Villa Apartment pricing is in the $100s per month, with the amount depending on the housing option.

Medicare and private pay are accepted, giving families those two listed ways to cover care. Total nurse staffing is 5 hours and 37 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily hands-on nursing time allocated per resident. Transportation and rehabilitation services are available, and pets are allowed. Robert Hernandez serves as administrator, and Wildewood Retirement operates the community.

A Walk Score of 33 places the area in a car-dependent setting, so most errands require a car or a ride. Wildewood Downs Retirement Community may be a good fit for someone who wants access to multiple care levels, including memory care and skilled nursing, within one community.

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info 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.
▲ 65.5% Above SC avg. ▲ 65.5% Above SC avg.SC average: 3.0Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Health Inspection Info 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.
▲ 37.0% Above SC avg. ▲ 37.0% Above SC avg.SC average: 2.9Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Staffing Info 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.
▲ 64.3% Above SC avg. ▲ 64.3% Above SC avg.SC average: 3.0Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Quality Measures Info 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.
▼ 13.5% Below SC avg. ▼ 13.5% Below SC avg.SC average: 3.5Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Staffing Info Data period: Q4 2025 (October 1 – December 31, 2025).
Nursing care per resident per day and state rankings: CMS Provider Information.
Headcount, shifts and contractors: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (PBJ).

Total nursing care per resident / day Info This nursing home is ranked 8th out of 117 nursing homes we track in South Carolina 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.
↑ 37% · SC 4h 5mThis facility: 5h 37m per resident per day, 37% above the South Carolina average of 4h 5m (among South Carolina facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse. Rank #8 / 117Nurse hours — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 8th out of 117 nursing homes we track in South Carolina for nurse hours. Shows adjusted nurse hours per resident per day benchmarked to the South Carolina average, with a ranking across 117 South Carolina facilities. More hours mean more direct care. The national average is about 3.5 hrs; below 3.0 is a red flag. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in South Carolina that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
5h 37m

Standout metric: RN, weekends is +171% above South Carolina average

0 of 6 metrics below South Carolina average

Staff by category

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Certified Nursing Assistant480487,52692100%3.8
Registered Nurse1650662,78492100%3.9
Licensed Practical Nurse260262,33292100%3.9
Physical Therapy Aide0661,0636773%6.8
Other Dietary Services Staff2029316975%7.3
Speech Language Pathologist0556868087%5.6
Administrator1014405560%8
Physical Therapy Assistant0774407177%4.7
Dental Services Staff1014405560%8
Qualified Social Worker0334196571%5.9
Respiratory Therapy Technician0663386368%4.4
Nurse Practitioner1012666470%4.2
Clinical Nurse Specialist1012506065%4.2
Therapeutic Recreation Specialist011481314%3.7
Occupational Therapy Assistant0113867%6.3
Medical Director011252123%1.2
Medication Aide/Technician101111%1
48 Certified Nursing Assistant
Coverage 100%
66 Registered Nurse
Coverage 100%
26 Licensed Practical Nurse
Coverage 100%
6 Physical Therapy Aide
Coverage 73%
By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions. 57 Rank #113 / 132Bed count — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 113th out of 132 nursing homes we track in South Carolina for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other South Carolina facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in South Carolina that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.

Smaller home · May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Years of operating Info A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care. This is the number of years in operation under current management. Rank #7 / 10Years in operation — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 7th out of 10 nursing homes we track in South Carolina for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other South Carolina facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in South Carolina that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
26 years
Walk Score Info Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation. Rank #26 / 47Walk Score — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 26th out of 47 nursing homes we track in South Carolina for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across South Carolina facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in South Carolina that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
33 / 100
Occupancy rate Info Occupancy lower than 85% suggests more openings may be available. Rank #84 / 84Occupancy rate — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 84th out of 84 nursing homes we track in South Carolina for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the South Carolina average, with its Statewide rank out of 84. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in South Carolina that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
28.1% This home usually has availability

Based on 16 residents and 57 beds. Source: state inspection report (May 2023)

Lower than the South Carolina average: 88.6%
Avg. Length of Stay Info Average number of days residents stay at this facility, based on CMS cost report data. Shorter stays often reflect post-acute or rehab care; longer stays reflect long-term care.
31 days

About This Community

Pricing & Financial Information

The below pricing was updated on

Cottage Home pricing
$200’s to high $500’s/Month

License Details

CountyRichland
License NumberCRC-2091
Business TypeLimited Liability

Awards

Argentum Best of the BestAn industry association award recognizing innovative programs in senior living - it honors a specific initiative (in areas like workforce, technology or resident programming) rather than rating overall care quality.

Certifications & Programs

Reflections Memory Care ProgramA branded memory-care program developed by this community's operator - a structured approach to dementia care, rather than an independent external certification.

Ownership & Operating Entity

Wildewood Downs Retirement Community is legally operated by Wildewood Retirement LLC, and administered by Robert Hernandez.

Ownership TypeLimited Liability

Safety & Compliance

Emergency Systems24-hour emergency call system

Leadership

Staff Details

Total Employees
160
Full-Time Employees
160

Memory & Specialized Care

1 service
Dedicated Alzheimer's Unit

Additional Services

2 services
Respite CareRespite care provides families and unpaid caregivers with short-term relief from caregiving duties. Care can range from a few hours to a few weeks.
Transportation

Contact Information

Additional Policies & Features

Pets Allowed

Amenities & Lifestyle

Gated Community
Three Ponds

Room Accommodations

Building TypeSingle-story
Studio
1 Bedroom
2 Bedroom Floor plans as listed by the community: The Jefferson · The Charleston · The Dogwood · The Madison II · The Azalea · The Monroe Floor plans: Jefferson, Charleston, Dogwood, Madison II, Azalea +1 more
3+ Bedroom Floor plans as listed by the community: The Washington · The Willow · The Madison III Floor plans: Washington, Willow, Madison III
Private Room
Semi-Private / Shared Room
Cottage / Villa

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This profile shows two inspection records, and their totals often differ. Inspection History and the Inspection Scorecard below are state data — the figures the state publishes and the state inspection reports we hold on file — covering the entire facility. CMS Health Inspection History covers only this home's Medicare and Medicaid-certified nursing beds, from federal certification surveys.

Inspection History

In South Carolina, the Department of Public Health, Bureau of Healthcare Quality conducts unannounced inspections to ensure care providers meet all health and safety codes.

Since 2021 · 5 years of data These figures come from state-published data and the state inspection reports we hold on file. The period covered can vary depending on document availability.
Includes all inspection records for this property, which could include management/ownership changes.
13 deficiencies 3 inspections

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, and complaint metrics at this facility against the South Carolina state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2021 vs. South Carolina state average
Overall vs. SC average 1 Worse Metrics worse than South Carolina average:
• Deficiencies per inspection (19% above)
1 At Avg Metrics at South Carolina average:
• Total deficiencies (at SC avg)
0 Better No metrics in this bucket.

Deficiencies Info Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilitySC Averagevs. SC Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 1313.0 This facility has total deficiencies in line with the South Carolina average (13 vs. SC avg 13).— At avg
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 4.33.6 This facility has 19% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical South Carolina nursing home (4.3 vs. SC avg 3.6).↑ 19% worse

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

This FacilitySC Averagevs. SC Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility. 34.0 This facility has had 25% fewer total inspections than the South Carolina average (3 vs. SC avg 4). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 25% fewer

CMS Health Inspection History

Since 2023 · 3 years of data · Last health inspection Jan 2026

Federal inspection data published by CMS, covering this home's Medicare and/or Medicaid-certified skilled-nursing/nursing beds only.

Total health inspections
3 ↓ 21% · SC 3.8This facility: 3, 21% below the South Carolina average of 3.8 (among South Carolina facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
Total health citations
9 Rank #40 / 117Health citations — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 40th out of 117 nursing homes we track in South Carolina for health citations. Shows this facility's total health deficiency citations benchmarked to the South Carolina State average, with a ranking across all 117 SC facilities. Lower citation counts earn a better rank. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in South Carolina that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.↓ 30% · SC 12.9This facility: 9, 30% below the South Carolina average of 12.9 (among South Carolina facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
Citations per inspection
3 Rank #50 / 117Citations per inspection — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 50th out of 117 nursing homes we track in South Carolina for citations per inspection. Shows average deficiency citations per CMS inspection for this facility versus the South Carolina mean across 117 facilities with citation data. Lower is better. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in South Carolina that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.↓ 12% · SC 3.4This facility: 3, 12% below the South Carolina average of 3.4 (among South Carolina facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
Citation severity
100% corrected 9 of 9 citations corrected
Bar = mix of this home's 9 citations, not a state comparison

Lighter shade = corrected

Critical J–L
0 ↓ 100% · SC 0.9This facility: 0, 100% below the South Carolina average of 0.9 (among South Carolina facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
Immediate jeopardy
Serious G–I
0 ↓ 100% · SC 0.3This facility: 0, 100% below the South Carolina average of 0.3 (among South Carolina facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
Actual harm
Moderate D–F
9 ↓ 23% · SC 11.7This facility: 9, 23% below the South Carolina average of 11.7 (among South Carolina facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
No harm, more than minimal risk
Minor A–C
0 ↓ 100% · SC 0.1This facility: 0, 100% below the South Carolina average of 0.1 (among South Carolina facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
No harm, minimal risk

Latest inspection: Jan 22, 2026 · 2 citations, all corrected

Most cited category: Infection Control, 2 of 9 citations · 5 categories in total

Citations history
Most recent first
Jan 22, 2026 2 citations
Infection Control moderate citation Corrected
Pharmacy moderate citation Corrected
Oct 10, 2024 3 citations
Nutrition moderate citation Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation Corrected
May 18, 2023 4 citations
Infection Control moderate citation Corrected
Nutrition moderate citation Corrected
Pharmacy moderate citation Corrected
Care Planning moderate citation Corrected
Top deficiency categories
Share of 9 citations
Infection Control 2 deficiencies (22%)
Quality of Life & Care 2 deficiencies (22%)
Nutrition & Dietary 2 deficiencies (22%)
Pharmacy Services 2 deficiencies (22%)
Resident Assessment & Care Planning 1 deficiency (11%)
How citations are counted

Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.

8 of 9 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 1 of 9 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).

Includes all CMS health inspection records for this property, which could include management/ownership changes.

Source

Data sourced from CMS Health Deficiencies reports, which cover the Medicare and/or Medicaid-certified skilled-nursing and nursing beds and no other part of the community. 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.

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

How residents at this home fare on health outcomes and preventive care, compared with the South Carolina average.

Data as of Aug 2026 · CMS Care Compare

Short-stay quality rating Info CMS star rating for the care of short-stay residents, mostly people recovering after a hospital stay for under 100 days. It is built from the short-stay quality measures below. 5 stars is the best. 3 / 5 Average ↑ 9% · SC 2.8This facility: 3.0, 9% above the SC average of 2.8 (among SC facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.

8 short-stay measures: 3 better, 1 worse, 1 near SC average, 3 compared with US only

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

53% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 30 days

Private pay

47% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 2 - 3 months

Finances and operations

Based on CMS SNF Cost Report for fiscal year ending in 12/2024.

For-profit
Net patient revenue Info Net patient revenue — what the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts are subtracted from its gross charges (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3). It covers resident care only; money the home earns from other sources is shown separately as "Other income."
$8.7MFiscal year ending 12/2024
Net patient income Info Net patient income: net patient revenue minus the home's total operating expenses. A positive figure means it earns more from resident care than it spends to deliver it; a negative figure means the opposite. It excludes non-operating "other income."
-$12.1MFiscal year ending 12/2024
For-profit
Net patient revenue Info Net patient revenue — what the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts are subtracted from its gross charges (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3). It covers resident care only; money the home earns from other sources is shown separately as "Other income."
$8.7MFiscal year ending 12/2024 Rank #101 / 113Net patient revenue — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 101st out of 113 nursing homes we track in South Carolina. Shows this facility's net patient revenue compared to the South Carolina average, among facilities reporting a recent fiscal year. Higher revenue generally means more resources for staffing and capital — read alongside Payroll %. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in South Carolina that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
Net patient income Info Net patient income: net patient revenue minus the home's total operating expenses. A positive figure means it earns more from resident care than it spends to deliver it; a negative figure means the opposite. It excludes non-operating "other income."
-$12.1MFiscal year ending 12/2024
Other income Info Money the home earns outside of resident care — such as investments, grants, rentals and other non-operating sources (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3). It is tracked separately from net patient revenue: it is not part of that figure, and it is not included in net patient income.
$10.5MFiscal year ending 12/2024
Payroll costs Info Staff salaries plus wage-related costs — benefits such as payroll taxes, health insurance and retirement — from the home's own accounting records (CMS cost report, Worksheet A). Contract or agency labor is counted separately, under other operating costs. Rank #68 / 113Payroll costs — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 68th out of 113 nursing homes we track in South Carolina. Shows total staff payroll — salaries plus wage-related benefits — benchmarked to the South Carolina average, among facilities reporting a recent fiscal year. Higher payroll relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on contract labor. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in South Carolina that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
$6.8MFiscal year ending 12/2024 78.4% of net patient revenue Info Payroll as a share of revenue: staff salaries and wage-related benefits divided by net patient revenue. A higher figure means more of each revenue dollar goes to staff pay. Rank #7 / 113Payroll % of net patient revenue — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 7th out of 113 nursing homes we track in South Carolina. Shows payroll as a percentage of net patient revenue versus the South Carolina average, among facilities reporting a recent fiscal year. Below 25% may signal understaffing or heavy agency use — read with Staffing ratings. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in South Carolina that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
Other operating costs Info Everything it costs to run the home apart from payroll — food, utilities, supplies, maintenance, contract labor and administration. Calculated as total operating expense minus payroll (staff salaries and wage-related benefits).
$14.0MFiscal year ending 12/2024
Total costs Info The home's total operating expense for the year — all the costs of running it, salaries included (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3).
$20.9MFiscal year ending 12/2024

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Mostly short-term rehab stays

Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.

Most new residents arrive under Medicare (53% of admissions), and a typical Medicare stay runs around 30 days.

Admissions
356 total

Coverage residents most often arrive under.

Medicare 53%
Private pay 47%
Discharges
350 total

Coverage residents most often leave under.

Medicare 54%
Private pay 46%

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CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, the federal agency that regulates nursing homes) Overall 5-star rating — a composite of Health Inspection, Staffing, and Quality Measures scores. 5 stars = top 10% nationally. 1 star = bottom 10%. The single most important number to start with when comparing facilities.
Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HC (Home Care): Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community): A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
Neighborhood or city area where the facility is located. Proximity to family, hospitals, and green space matters for both quality of life and ease of visitation. Consider drive time and transit access when evaluating location.
Licensed bed capacity. Larger facilities (300+ beds) often have more specialized programs but can feel institutional. Smaller homes (under 150 beds) tend to deliver more personalized care. Compare with Avg Res/Day to understand how full the facility typically runs.
Percentage of licensed beds filled on an average day. Color indicates financial health: green (90%+) = operationally strong, typically profitable. Amber (80–89%) = stable but leaving revenue on the table. Orange (70–79%) = financial strain likely, may struggle with fixed costs. Red (<70%) = significant distress, closure or ownership change risk increases sharply.
This facility's occupancy rate compared to the statewide average for similar facilities. A positive number means above-average demand. Facilities running 5%+ above the state average are typically the most sought-after in their market — a strong proxy for reputation.
CMS-adjusted total nurse hours per resident per day (RN + LPN + CNA combined). The national average is approximately 3.5 hrs. Higher is better — more direct care time per resident. Below 3.0 is a red flag. CMS weights RN hours more heavily because RNs handle complex clinical decisions that CNAs cannot.
CMS Health Inspection star rating (1–5 stars), based on the 3 most recent annual state surveys plus any complaint investigations. This is the hardest rating to manipulate — it reflects real surveyor findings on-site. 5 stars = fewest deficiencies found. 1 star = most. It carries the heaviest weight in the Overall CMS rating.
CMS Staffing star rating (1–5 stars), based on daily nurse staffing hours submitted to CMS via verified payroll data. Compares RN, LPN, and CNA coverage relative to resident acuity level. 5 stars = well above expected staffing. Weekend staffing is evaluated separately, as that's where many facilities quietly reduce coverage.
CMS Quality Measures star rating (1–5 stars), based on 15 clinical outcome metrics including fall rates, pressure ulcers, antipsychotic drug use, and hospital readmissions. Captures actual resident health outcomes, not just compliance. High QM combined with low Health Inspection scores can indicate a facility with strong care but weak documentation practices.
Registered Nurse hours per resident/day compared to the statewide average. RNs are the highest-skilled nursing staff — they assess residents, manage medications, and respond to emergencies. A value of +50% means RN coverage is 50% above the state norm. Negative values are a concern for residents with complex or acute medical needs.
Total nursing staff hours (RN + LPN + CNA combined) per resident/day vs. the statewide average. A broader measure than RN vs State — it captures the entire care team. A facility can have high total staffing but low RN hours, meaning more aides and fewer nurses. Read both columns together for the full picture.
Total dollar amount of federal monetary fines (civil money penalties) issued by CMS in the past 3 years. Fines are only levied for serious violations — typically actual harm to residents, repeated uncorrected deficiencies, or systemic non-compliance. Even a single fine is noteworthy. Multiple fines strongly suggest a pattern, not isolated incidents.
Total health deficiency citations from the most recent standard inspection cycle. Minor citations (scope A–C) are common and often administrative in nature. Higher counts aren't always disqualifying, but should be read alongside Severe Citations to understand actual harm levels. Under 10 is strong for a large facility; 30+ warrants a closer look.
Average deficiency citations per CMS inspection (survey) in the reporting window — total citations divided by the number of inspections. Lower is better; compare alongside total Citations and Severe Citations for context.
Citations at CMS scope/severity level G or higher — G–I means actual harm occurred; J–L means residents were placed in immediate jeopardy. (D–F is potential for harm only). Examples include unaddressed falls, medication errors causing injury, neglect, or abuse.
Average number of residents in the building on any given day, derived from annual census data. Reflects true operating scale — a 400-bed facility running 200 residents/day operates very differently from one at 390. Higher resident counts generally mean more funded staffing hours.
Better Business Bureau rating (A+ to F). Reflects complaint history, business transparency, and how family disputes were resolved. A+ means no significant unresolved complaints. A blank (—) means the facility isn't BBB-accredited, which is common for healthcare providers and not necessarily a negative signal.
Walk Score® (0–100). Measures walkability of the surrounding area. 90–100 = Walker's Paradise. 70–89 = Very Walkable. 50–69 = Somewhat Walkable. Below 50 = Car-Dependent. Higher scores benefit family visitors, resident outings, and staff commuting.
The licensed owner or operator of record filed with CMS — the individual or organization legally accountable for the facility. Searching the operator name across other facilities can reveal chain or multi-site ownership, which matters: chain-operated homes tend to have more variable quality outcomes than independently run facilities.
What the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts — not gross billings. Taken from the latest complete annual cost report, so it is comparable across homes reporting the same period. Revenue alone doesn't indicate care quality, but it funds staffing and capital reinvestment. Pair with Payroll %. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
Staff salaries plus wage-related benefits from the latest complete annual cost report. Contract and agency labour is counted separately, under other operating costs, so a home leaning on agency staff can show a low figure here. Payroll is the cost most directly tied to care quality — compare with Payroll % for full context. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
Payroll as a share of NET PATIENT REVENUE (not gross revenue). Both figures come from the same cost-report year. A higher figure means more of each revenue dollar goes to staff pay. Read with the Staffing star rating to judge whether spend translates into coverage — and note that homes whose patient revenue covers only part of their operation can read implausibly high. The South Carolina average is: 62.8% Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
CMS Certification Number: the unique federal identifier for this skilled nursing provider.
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SC AVG 4.08
Rank #5 / 117
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ +65%+64%
$0
Facility $0
SC AVG $27.4k
Rank #1 / 120
2
Facility 2
SC AVG 12.9
Rank #1 / 117
1.0
Facility 1.0
SC AVG 3.4
Rank #1 / 117
-20A+
63
Facility 63
SC AVG 33
Rank #3 / 47
Frances Case
$30.6MFiscal year ending 09/2024
Facility $30.6MFiscal year ending 09/2024
SC AVG $12.1M
Rank #4 / 113
$25.5MFiscal year ending 09/2024
Facility $25.5MFiscal year ending 09/2024
SC AVG $7.3M
Rank #3 / 113
83.4%Fiscal year ending 09/2024
Facility 83.4%Fiscal year ending 09/2024
SC AVG 62.8%
Rank #10 / 113
425401
Wildewood Downs Retirement Community ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
NH
AL
CCRC
IL
MC
SNF
Columbia (Williamsburg East)
57
Facility 57
SC AVG 108
Rank #113 / 132
28.1%
Facility 28.1%
SC AVG 88.6%
Rank #84 / 84
-68%
5.61
Facility 5.61
SC AVG 4.08
Rank #8 / 117
★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ +300%+37%
$0
Facility $0
SC AVG $27.4k
Rank #1 / 120
9
Facility 9
SC AVG 12.9
Rank #40 / 117
3.0
Facility 3.0
SC AVG 3.4
Rank #50 / 117
-16-
33
Facility 33
SC AVG 33
Rank #26 / 47
Wildewood Retirement LLC
$8.7MFiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility $8.7MFiscal year ending 12/2024
SC AVG $12.1M
Rank #101 / 113
$6.8MFiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility $6.8MFiscal year ending 12/2024
SC AVG $7.3M
Rank #68 / 113
78.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility 78.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2024
SC AVG 62.8%
Rank #7 / 113
425385
White Oak Manor Columbia ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆
NH
SNF
Columbia
120
Facility 120
SC AVG 108
Rank #51 / 132
88.8%
Facility 88.8%
SC AVG 88.6%
Rank #61 / 84
0%
4.00
Facility 4.00
SC AVG 4.08
Rank #58 / 117
★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ -20%-2%
$8.8k
Facility $8.8k
SC AVG $27.4k
Rank #68 / 120
9
Facility 9
SC AVG 12.9
Rank #40 / 117
2.3
Facility 2.3
SC AVG 3.4
Rank #31 / 117
1107--Nhc Healthcare/Columbia Wo LLC
$10.4M*Fiscal year ending 09/2023These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.
Facility $10.4M*Fiscal year ending 09/2023These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.
SC AVG $12.1M
Rank #60 / 113
$7.3M*Fiscal year ending 09/2023These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.
Facility $7.3M*Fiscal year ending 09/2023These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.
SC AVG $7.3M
Rank #40 / 113
70.7%*Fiscal year ending 09/2023These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.
Facility 70.7%*Fiscal year ending 09/2023These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.
SC AVG 62.8%
Rank #23 / 113
425068
Nhc Healthcare Parklane ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
NH
HC
HOS
SNF
Columbia
180
Facility 180
SC AVG 108
Rank #4 / 132
--
5.54
Facility 5.54
SC AVG 4.08
Rank #9 / 117
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ -24%+36%
$0
Facility $0
SC AVG $27.4k
Rank #1 / 120
10
Facility 10
SC AVG 12.9
Rank #45 / 117
5.0
Facility 5.0
SC AVG 3.4
Rank #95 / 117
-103--Nhc Healthcare/Parklane LLC
$24.4MFiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility $24.4MFiscal year ending 12/2024
SC AVG $12.1M
Rank #12 / 113
$11.7MFiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility $11.7MFiscal year ending 12/2024
SC AVG $7.3M
Rank #11 / 113
48.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility 48.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2024
SC AVG 62.8%
Rank #76 / 113
425352
Rice Estate – Assisted Living ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆
NH
AL
HOS
IL
MC
RC
SNF
Columbia
40
Facility 40
SC AVG 108
Rank #127 / 132
--
5.21
Facility 5.21
SC AVG 4.08
Rank #11 / 117
★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ -42%+28%
$0
Facility $0
SC AVG $27.4k
Rank #1 / 120
5
Facility 5
SC AVG 12.9
Rank #14 / 117
1.7
Facility 1.7
SC AVG 3.4
Rank #8 / 117
-77A-Lutheran Homes Of South Carolina Inc
$14.1MFiscal year ending 09/2024
Facility $14.1MFiscal year ending 09/2024
SC AVG $12.1M
Rank #35 / 113
$7.6MFiscal year ending 09/2024
Facility $7.6MFiscal year ending 09/2024
SC AVG $7.3M
Rank #45 / 113
54.2%Fiscal year ending 09/2024
Facility 54.2%Fiscal year ending 09/2024
SC AVG 62.8%
Rank #67 / 113
425387

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Financial Assistance for
Nursing Home in South Carolina

Wildewood Downs Retirement Community is located in Columbia, South Carolina.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in South Carolina.

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Community Long Term Care (CLTC)

SC Medicaid CLTC

Age 65+ or disabled
General South Carolina 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).
SC

High rural demand; waitlists possible.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care ($60/day) Home modifications ($1,500 avg.)

South Carolina Respite Care Program

SC NFCSP Respite

Age Caregiver of someone 60+ (or with dementia)
General South Carolina resident.
Income Limits No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
Asset Limits Not applicable.
SC

Limited slots; rural/urban balance.

Benefits
In-home respite (4-6 hours/day) Adult day care (~$60/day) Short-term facility care (up to 5 days)

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

South Carolina Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General SC 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).
SC

Three tiers; includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

South Carolina VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General SC 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
SC

High veteran population; supports rural/urban care needs.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP)

South Carolina SFMNP

Age 60+
General SC resident, low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,322/month individual, 185% FPL
Asset Limits Not assessed.
SC

Vouchers (~$50/season); serves ~20,000 annually via 10 AAAs.

Benefits
Vouchers (~$50/season) for fresh produce at approved markets

Homestead Exemption Program

South Carolina Homestead Exemption

Age 65+ (or disabled/blind)
General SC resident 1+ year, homeowner.
Income Limits (2025) None; tax-based eligibility.
Asset Limits Not assessed; home-focused.
SC

Saves ~$500-$1,000/year avg.; applies to primary residence.

Benefits
Property tax exemption (~$50,000 value, ~$500-$1,000/year savings)

Elderly Simplified Application Project (ESAP)

South Carolina ESAP (SNAP for Seniors)

Age 60+
General SC resident, no earned income, not on SCCAP.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,732/month 133% FPL, individual
Asset Limits $4,250 individual, higher than standard SNAP
SC

Simplified process; serves ~50,000 seniors annually.

Benefits
EBT card for food (~$100-$300/month based on income)

Frequently Asked Questions about Wildewood Downs Retirement Community

What neighborhood is Wildewood Downs Retirement Community in?

Wildewood Downs Retirement Community is in the Williamsburg East neighborhood of Columbia.

Who is the owner of Wildewood Downs Retirement Community?

Wildewood Downs Retirement Community is legally operated by Wildewood Retirement LLC, and administered by Robert Hernandez.

Is Wildewood Downs Retirement Community in a walkable area?

Wildewood Downs Retirement Community has a walk score of 33. Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the license number of Wildewood Downs Retirement Community?

According to SC state health department records, Wildewood Downs Retirement Community's license number is CRC-2091.

What is the occupancy rate at Wildewood Downs Retirement Community?

Wildewood Downs Retirement Community's occupancy is 28.1%.

How long has Wildewood Downs Retirement Community been in business?

Wildewood Downs Retirement Community has been operating for approximately 26 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Wildewood Downs Retirement Community?

Yes, Wildewood Downs Retirement Community allows residents to bring their pets.

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