📞 Call for pricing and availability: (800) 780-8101

Pruitthealth - Shepherd Hills

800 Patterson Road, Lafayette, GA 30728

Assisted Living Nursing Home Hospice Skilled Nursing Rehabilitation
My image My image

For Pricing & Availability

(800) 780-8101

To Reach a Resident

(706) 638-4112

Estimated Pricing

Studio
Estimated $3,671

Price Comparison

  • Average City Price: $3,658
  • Average State Price: $3,161
  • Average National Price: $3,754


  • Pruitthealth - Shepherd Hills Description

    Pruitthealth - Shepherd Hills is a very large 112 bed community that offers assisted living, nursing care, hospice, skilled nursing and rehabilitation and is located in the small town of LaFayette, Georgia and is part of the PruittHealth network of communities. Residents who live at the facility are able to choose from a range of studio and semi-private or share or companion room layouts.

    The community has an average rating of 5.7 out of 10 making it the 2nd highest rated community in the city out of 2 communities. See more information on reviews.

    The Nursing Home at this community has a 1 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.

    For pricing & availability call (800) 780-8101


    Find a Senior Community that Best Fits Your Needs


    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.

    View other Assisted Living communities in Lafayette

    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.

    View other Nursing Home communities in Lafayette

    Skilled Nursing

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

    View other Skilled Nursing communities in Lafayette


    Community Reviews

    5.5
    Pruitthealth - Shepherd Hills
    Based on My Caring Plan's proprietary scoring, including 44 reviews across the web

    Ranking

  • Ranking in City: 2 out of 2 communities in Lafayette
  • Ranking in State: 964 out of 1039 communities in GA
  • Facility and Grounds B

    Care B

    Staff A


    Employee Reviews

    6.0
    PruittHealth
    Based on My Caring Plan's proprietary scoring, including 1608 reviews across the web

    The following insights are from employees that work in Georgia

    Employee Pay C

    Employee Staff C

    Employee Culture B



    Review Summary

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

    Positive Feedback:

    • Staff described as wonderful, super caring, and knowledgeable.
    • Management has improved in recent years, leading to a better team.
    • Some families appreciate the care their loved ones receive, noting specific instances of kindness and effective treatment.
    • Facility praised for its homey feeling and efforts to address problems quickly.

    Negative Feedback:

    • Several reviews express concern over the care quality, including a resident breaking an ankle and another being given medication they were allergic to.
    • Complaints about residents not being monitored closely enough, leading to accidents and neglect.
    • Issues with cleanliness and residents waiting long periods for assistance.
    • Management criticized for prioritizing profit over patient care, with some staff described as overworked.
    • Several reviews mention a specific resident, advocating for better treatment or return to the facility.
    • Some families report serious neglect and abuse, suggesting the facility should be shut down.

    Mixed Feedback:

    • While some reviews highlight caring and friendly staff, others point out significant management and care issues.
    • Appreciation for specific staff members and their dedication, contrasted with criticism of the facility's overall operation and care standards.


    Reviews

    There are currently no reviews that were left on My Caring Plan

    Add a review to help others


    Connect with a Free Senior Living Advisor

    Our Senior Living Advisors are free and can guide you through the process of finding a new home. They can walk through the different options in your area as well as listen to your needs to make sure you find the right fit.


    Health

    I.V. Therapy

    Wound Care Management

    Pain Management

    Central Lines

    Oxygen Therapy

    Physical Therapy


    Services

    Chaplain/Counseling Services

    Religious Services

    Laundry Services

    Beauty Salon/Barber Shop

    Pharmacy Services

    Volunteer Services


    Activities

    Recreational Activities Programming

    PruittHealth Fitness Program

    Special programs for patients with fragile skin and osteoporosis


    Community Amenities

    Large screen TV and piano

    WanderGuardâ„¢ security system

    Security System

    On-site beauty salon services

    Beauty Salon/Barber Shop


    Room Amenities

    112 beds—both private and semi-private rooms are available

    Cable and telephone access in each room

    Home-like environment

    Storage


    Dining

    Spacious dining and recreational area

    Two separate, comfortable dining areas

    Dietetic Programming & Nourishment Care



    Information from Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services

    Nursing Home Ratings

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


    Nursing Home Overview

    Participation date: Oct. 1, 1989
    Ownership type: For Profit
    Provider type: Medicare and Medicaid
    Nursing home capacity: 112
    Total current residents: 106
    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: 8
    Number of payment denials: 0
    Number of fines: 1
    Total cost of fines: $107783


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

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

    Use the dropdown below to view each data point

    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.

    Use the dropdown below to view each data point

    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.

    Use the dropdown below to view each data point

    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.

    Use the dropdown below to view each data point

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

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

    Use the dropdown below to view each data point

    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
    2022-12-01 2023-01-15 D Smoke Deficiencies Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
    2019-04-17 2019-06-03 E Egress Deficiencies Meet other general requirements.
    2019-04-17 2019-06-03 E Egress Deficiencies Install proper backup exit lighting.
    2019-04-17 2019-06-03 F Miscellaneous Deficiencies Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.
    2018-03-28 2018-04-23 E Smoke Deficiencies Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
    2018-03-28 2018-04-23 E Smoke Deficiencies Provide properly protected cooking facilities.

    Health Safety Deficiencies

    Survey Date Correction Date Letter Category Description
    2022-12-01 2023-01-15 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
    2021-09-08 2021-09-30 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.
    2019-04-19 2019-06-03 D Resident Rights Deficiencies Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
    2019-04-19 2019-06-03 D Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
    2019-04-19 2019-06-03 D Environmental Deficiencies Provide bedrooms that don't allow residents to see each other when privacy is needed.
    2020-10-29 2020-10-30 K Resident Rights Deficiencies Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
    2020-10-29 2020-10-30 K Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
    2020-10-29 2020-10-30 K Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies Develop and implement policies and procedures to ensure (1) employees report any suspicion of a crime against any resident, according to timelines; (2) post the notice of employee rights; and (3) prohibit and prevent retaliation for reporting.
    2020-10-29 2020-10-30 K Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

    Fines

    Fine Date Fine Amount
    2020-10-29 $107,783
    2020-10-29 $107,784

    What is in the Neighborhood

    General Area Overview
    • The closest city is LaFayette which is 0.9 miles away and has a population of 7,173 (very small town).
    • The average income is $45,435, which is very low compared to other zip codes.
    • Weather
      • High Temperature: 81
      • Low Temperature: 42
      • Average Temperature: 63.0
      • Day Breakdown: The area gets 183 days of rain, 5 days of snow and 176 days of sun
      • Precipitation: 2.7 inches a year

    Health and Safety Overview
    • The average life expectancy in zip code is 75.42 years old, which is very low compared to other zip codes.
    • Air Quality: Good Days 154.0, Moderate Days 81.0, Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups Days 0.0, Unhealthy Days 0.0, Very Unhealthy Days 0.0, Hazardous Days 0.0

    Click the button above to explore the neighborhood

    Supermarkets

    Food City
    1.2 miles away
    Walmart Supercenter
    3.4 miles away
    Food Lion
    13.2 miles away
    Mega Star Food Mart
    13.9 miles away
    Mapco Mart
    15.7 miles away

    Transportation

    Point Park
    21.7 miles away
    St. Elmo's
    21.8 miles away
    The Southern Belle
    24.9 miles away
    Chattanooga East Station
    25.1 miles away

    Bus Stations

    Carta Bus Stop
    22.6 miles away
    Shuttle Bus Stop
    23.4 miles away
    Carta Free Shuttle Stop
    24.0 miles away

    Banks

    The Bank of LaFayette
    0.9 miles away
    United Community Bank
    15.9 miles away
    Wells Fargo
    16.3 miles away
    Tennessee Valley Federal Credit Union
    16.4 miles away
    Regions Bank
    16.4 miles away

    Hospitals

    Hamilton Medical Center
    17.1 miles away
    Parkridge East Hospital
    20.9 miles away
    Moccasin Bend Mental Health Institute
    22.9 miles away
    HealthSouth Chattanooga Rehabilitation Hospital
    23.1 miles away
    Parkridge Medical Center
    23.2 miles away

    Pharmacies

    CVS
    1.6 miles away
    Walmart Pharmacy
    12.4 miles away
    CVS Pharmacy
    15.8 miles away
    Health Mart
    16.1 miles away
    Walgreens
    16.4 miles away

    Dentists

    Smile Doctors Braces by Soni Orthodontics
    16.5 miles away
    Aspen Dental
    16.7 miles away
    Pediatric Dentistry of Chattanooga (Ringgold, Georgia location)
    17.0 miles away
    Wee Care Dental
    17.3 miles away
    Webb Dentistry
    17.4 miles away

    Parks

    LaFayette
    0.5 miles away
    Joe Stock Memorial Park
    1.0 miles away
    Lowell Green Recreation Area
    1.8 miles away
    Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest (Conasauga District)
    3.6 miles away
    Center Grove
    7.2 miles away

    Places of Worship

    Old Stone Church
    18.1 miles away

    Shopping

    Wallnut Square Mall
    19.5 miles away
    Chattanooga Mercantile
    20.6 miles away
    Gannon Art Center
    22.7 miles away
    Hamilton Place
    23.9 miles away
    Hamilton Corner
    24.1 miles away

    Culture

    Howard Finster's Paradise Garden
    13.0 miles away
    The Colonnade Center
    17.3 miles away
    Ringgold Depot
    17.6 miles away
    Memorial Auditorium
    24.2 miles away
    Tivoli Theatre
    24.3 miles away

    Restaurants

    Dari-Dip
    1.1 miles away
    Pizza Hut
    1.2 miles away
    China Buffet
    2.0 miles away
    Bojangels
    3.3 miles away
    Beyer's Smokehouse
    3.5 miles away

    Get exact pricing & check availability

    By clicking "Get Exact Costs" you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. You also consent to receive texts and calls, which may be autodialed, from us and our partner providers; however, your consent is not a condition to using our service.


    Google map of Pruitthealth - Shepherd Hills

    Licensing

    This community is licensed by the state of GA. It is a large-sized community with 112 total beds.

    Disclaimer

    My Caring Plan is not affiliated with the owner or operator(s) of this facility. The information on this page has not been verified or approved by the owner or operator. The information about this facility has been created to the best of our abilities. If you manage this facility please contact us here to claim this listing.


    Get exact pricing & check availability

    By clicking "Get Exact Costs" you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. You also consent to receive texts and calls, which may be autodialed, from us and our partner providers; however, your consent is not a condition to using our service.



    Senior Housing Articles

    How to pay for assisted living

    Assisted living may be an excellent option for you or a loved one. You may have chosen this senior housing option to maintain your independence and boost your social life, while getting some daily help with tasks...

    Read More
    Independent Living vs. Assisted Living

    Senior housing can be a tough choice. You’ll want to find the best fit for your current and future needs...

    Read More
    Assisted Living vs. Nursing Homes

    Finding the right senior housing is no easy feat. In particular, it’s challenging to know what your loved one’s needs are now – and what they’ll be in the future...

    Read More