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Heart Of Georgia Nursing Home

815 Legion Drive, Eastman, GA 31023

Assisted Living Nursing Home Skilled Nursing Rehabilitation
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(478) 374-5571

Estimated Pricing

Studio
Estimated $2,953

Price Comparison

  • Average City Price: $2,932
  • Average State Price: $3,161
  • Average National Price: $3,754


  • Heart Of Georgia Nursing Home Description

    Heart Of Georgia Nursing Home is a large 100 bed community that offers assisted living, nursing care, skilled nursing and rehabilitation and is located in the small town of Eastman, Georgia. Residents who live at the facility are able to choose from a range of studio room layouts.

    The community has an average rating of 8.7 out of 10 making it the highest rated community in the city out of 3 communities. See more information on reviews.

    The Nursing Home at this community has a 3 star rating out of 5 stars from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. To see more information from CMS you can check out the report here.

    To find information about the surrounding area including weather, crime, health facilities, parks, and more you can explore the neighborhood here.

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    Care Types at Community

    This community offers the following types of care

    Assisted Living

    Assisted living offers a supportive community environment with personalized care and assistance for seniors who value their independence but need help with daily activities.

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    Nursing Home

    Nursing Homes provide a nurturing environment offering round-the-clock care, personalized support, and community activities for seniors needing assistance with daily living.

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    Skilled Nursing

    Skilled nursing provides 24/7 medical care and support by licensed professionals for seniors needing continuous healthcare assistance.

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    Community Reviews

    8.7
    Heart Of Georgia Nursing Home
    Based on My Caring Plan's proprietary scoring, including 27 reviews across the web

    Ranking

  • Ranking in City: 1 out of 3 communities in Eastman
  • Ranking in State: 347 out of 1039 communities in GA
  • Facility and Grounds B

    Staff A



    Review Summary

    The following is an AI generated summary of the reviews of the community from across the web.

    Reviews of the facility present a mixed but largely positive picture. Several reviewers praise the cleanliness and orderliness of the facility, noting that it smells clean and has no bad odor. The staff is frequently described as friendly, professional, and caring, with specific mentions of their respect and care for residents, especially those in their last days or requiring hospice care. The facility is commended for its welcoming atmosphere, with one reviewer highlighting the invitation extended to their singing group to entertain residents annually.

    Many comments focus on the quality of care provided, with the staff described as caring, polite, and helpful. The facility is said to feed residents as if they are on a cruise ship, indicating a high standard of meal service. Security is also mentioned as excellent, contributing to a sense of safety and well-being for residents and visitors alike.

    Activities such as bingo and devotion time are highlighted, suggesting that the facility offers engaging programs for residents. The staff's willingness to assist and their passion for their work are noted, with one reviewer stating that the employees' dedication alleviates concerns for families.

    However, there are criticisms as well. One review questions the absence of patient phones in rooms, and another criticizes the attitude of most staff members as rude and uncaring. Despite these negative comments, the overall sentiment is overwhelmingly positive, with many reviewers expressing their love for the place and their appreciation for the care their loved ones receive.

    Overall, the facility is described as a clean, pleasant, and professional environment where residents are well-cared for, and staff are committed to providing a high level of service.


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    Health

    Physical Therapy

    Occupational Therapy

    Speech Therapy

    Wound care

    IV therapies

    Pain management


    Services

    Grooming

    Bathing

    Dressing


    Activities

    Enrichment and social programs

    Daily activities and events

    Yoga

    Movies

    Baking

    Gardening


    Community Amenities

    On-site therapy center

    Family gathering areas, both indoors and out

    Landscaped grounds and courtyards

    Beauty salon/barbershop

    Social services and family education

    Gym


    Room Amenities

    Complimentary in-room cable

    Free wireless internet

    Cable TV


    Dining

    Nutritious meals

    Made-to-order breakfast

    Restaurant-style dining


    Transportation

    Transportation



    Information from Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services

    Nursing Home Ratings

    Overall rating: 3
    Health inspection rating: 3
    Staffing rating: 2
    Quality measure rating: 3
    Long-term quality measure rating: 5
    Short-term quality measure rating: 1


    Nursing Home Overview

    Participation date: Jan. 1, 1990
    Ownership type: For Profit
    Provider type: Medicare and Medicaid
    Nursing home capacity: 100
    Total current residents: 96
    Facility is located in a hospital: No
    Automatic sprinkler system: Yes
    Resident and family council: Resident


    Facility Incident, Complaints and Fines

    Number of facility incidents: 0
    Number of substantiated complaints: 0
    Number of payment denials: 0
    Number of fines: 0
    Total cost of fines: $0


    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services give each Nursing Home a Star Rating from 1-5 with 5 being the highest.

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    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services gather information about the number of hours of care provided on average to each resident each day by staff as well as the turnover of staff.

    The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.

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    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around emergency department and hospital visits for residents of Nursing Homes.

    The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.

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    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around quality measures for residents of Nursing Homes.

    The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.

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    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around COVID-19 vaccination rates of Nursing Home residents and staff members.

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    Health and Fire Safety Deficiencies

    The Center for Medicare and Medicaid report health and fire safety deficiencies. Some of these deficiencies are more severe than others. The following table shows different levels of severity.

    Scope
    Severity of Deficiency Isolated Pattern Widespread
    Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety J K L
    Actual harm that is not immediate jeopardy G H I
    No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm that is not immediate jeopardy D E F
    No actual harm with potential for minimal harm A B C

    Fire Safety Deficiencies

    Survey Date Correction Date Letter Category Description
    2022-11-03 2022-12-12 F Smoke Deficiencies Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility.
    2022-11-03 2022-12-12 F Smoke Deficiencies Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
    2022-11-03 2022-12-12 D Smoke Deficiencies Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
    2022-11-03 2022-12-12 F Miscellaneous Deficiencies Have restrictions on the use of highly flammable decorations.
    2019-12-09 2020-01-24 D Smoke Deficiencies Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
    2018-07-24 2018-09-07 D Egress Deficiencies Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.
    2018-07-24 2018-09-07 D Egress Deficiencies Have exits that are accessible at all times.
    2018-07-24 2018-09-07 F Smoke Deficiencies Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
    2018-07-24 2018-09-07 F Smoke Deficiencies Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
    2018-07-24 2018-09-07 D Services Deficiencies Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.

    Health Safety Deficiencies

    Survey Date Correction Date Letter Category Description
    2022-10-30 2022-12-12 D Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
    2022-10-30 2022-12-12 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
    2022-10-30 2022-12-12 D Infection Control Deficiencies Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
    2019-12-12 2020-01-24 E Resident Rights Deficiencies Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
    2019-12-12 2020-01-24 E Resident Rights Deficiencies Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.
    2019-12-12 2020-01-24 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
    2019-12-12 2020-01-24 F Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

    What is in the Neighborhood

    General Area Overview
    • The closest city is Eastman which is 0.8 miles away and has a population of 5,285 (very small town).
    • The average income is $43,461, which is very low compared to other zip codes.
    • Weather
      • High Temperature: 85
      • Low Temperature: 51
      • Average Temperature: 69.5
      • Day Breakdown: The area gets 150 days of rain, 0 days of snow and 213 days of sun
      • Precipitation: 1.3 inches a year

    Health and Safety Overview
    • The crime rate is 13.45 per 100 people which is very high compared to other cities.
      • Violent Crime: 3.12 incidents per 100 people
      • Property Crime: 5.06 incidents per 100 people
      • Drug-Related Crime: 2.71 incidents per 100 people
    • The average life expectancy in zip code is 75.6 years old, which is very low compared to other zip codes.

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    Supermarkets

    Walmart Supercenter
    0.5 miles away
    Piggly Wiggly
    0.7 miles away
    Harvey's
    19.0 miles away

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    Hospitals

    Dodge County Hospital
    0.0 miles away
    Bleckley Memorial Hospital
    16.8 miles away
    Taylor Regional Hospital
    19.5 miles away

    None Found

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    Parks

    Library park
    0.4 miles away
    The Club Park
    1.1 miles away
    Dodge County Recreation Center
    2.6 miles away
    Dodge County
    2.7 miles away
    Little Ocmulgee State Park & Lodge
    16.8 miles away

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    Restaurants

    Pizza Hut
    0.7 miles away
    Huddle House
    0.8 miles away
    La Cabaña
    17.1 miles away
    DGR's Clubhouse
    18.4 miles away
    Waffle House
    25.0 miles away

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    Licensing

    This community is licensed by the state of GA. It is a large-sized community with 100 total beds.

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