LIFE CARE CENTER

πŸ“ 176 LINCOLN AVE, fitzgerald, GA 31750 πŸ“ž 2294235621 πŸ›οΈ 167 beds

Overall Rating

⭐
1/5

Health Inspection

⭐
1/5

Staffing

⭐
1/5

Quality Measures

⭐⭐
2/5

Inspection History Overview

61
Total Violations
9 years of data
$835,383
Total Fines
16 penalties
4
Inspections
Since 2014
21
Quality Metrics
Tracked measures

Health Violations by Year

2025 7 violations

Tag 0550 D Jan 8, 2025

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

βœ“ Corrected: Feb 22, 2025
Tag 0656 D Jan 8, 2025

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

βœ“ Corrected: Feb 22, 2025
Tag 0658 D Jan 8, 2025

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

βœ“ Corrected: Apr 2, 2025
Tag 0695 D Jan 8, 2025

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

βœ“ Corrected: Feb 22, 2025
Tag 0812 F Jan 8, 2025

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

βœ“ Corrected: Feb 22, 2025
Tag 0880 D Jan 8, 2025

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

βœ“ Corrected: Feb 22, 2025
Tag 0945 F Jan 8, 2025

Include as part of its infection prevention and control program, mandatory training that includes written standards, policies, and procedures for the program.

βœ“ Corrected: Feb 22, 2025

2023 7 violations

Tag 0578 D Nov 29, 2023

Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.

βœ“ Corrected: Jan 13, 2024
Tag 0656 D Nov 29, 2023

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

βœ“ Corrected: Jan 13, 2024
Tag 0687 D Nov 29, 2023

Provide appropriate foot care.

βœ“ Corrected: Jan 13, 2024
Tag 0688 D Nov 29, 2023

Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.

βœ“ Corrected: Jan 13, 2024
Tag 0755 D Nov 29, 2023

Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

βœ“ Corrected: Jan 13, 2024
Tag 0695 D May 18, 2023

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

βœ“ Corrected: Jun 30, 2023
Tag 0741 D May 18, 2023

Ensure that the facility has sufficient staff members who possess the competencies and skills to meet the behavioral health needs of residents.

βœ“ Corrected: Jun 30, 2023

2022 21 violations

Tag 0585 D Jun 29, 2022

Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.

βœ“ Corrected: Oct 15, 2022
Tag 0600 L Jun 29, 2022

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

βœ“ Corrected: Oct 15, 2022
Tag 0603 J Jun 29, 2022

Protect each resident from separation (from other residents, his/her room, or confinement to his/her room).

βœ“ Corrected: Oct 15, 2022
Tag 0607 J Jun 29, 2022

Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.

βœ“ Corrected: Oct 15, 2022
Tag 0609 K Jun 29, 2022

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

βœ“ Corrected: Oct 15, 2022
Tag 0610 J Jun 29, 2022

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

βœ“ Corrected: Oct 15, 2022
Tag 0657 J Jun 29, 2022

Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

βœ“ Corrected: Oct 15, 2022
Tag 0677 D Jun 29, 2022

Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

βœ“ Corrected: Oct 15, 2022
Tag 0684 E Jun 29, 2022

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

βœ“ Corrected: Oct 15, 2022
Tag 0686 D Jun 29, 2022

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

βœ“ Corrected: Oct 15, 2022
Tag 0690 D Jun 29, 2022

Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.

βœ“ Corrected: Oct 15, 2022
Tag 0790 D Jun 29, 2022

Provide routine and 24-hour emergency dental care for each resident.

βœ“ Corrected: Oct 15, 2022
Tag 0835 L Jun 29, 2022

Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.

βœ“ Corrected: Oct 15, 2022
Tag 0838 F Jun 29, 2022

Conduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day operations and emergencies.

βœ“ Corrected: Oct 15, 2022
Tag 0842 E Jun 29, 2022

Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

βœ“ Corrected: Oct 15, 2022
Tag 0867 L Jun 29, 2022

Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.

βœ“ Corrected: Oct 15, 2022
Tag 0880 F Jun 29, 2022

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Tag 0883 E Jun 29, 2022

Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.

Tag 0886 F Jun 29, 2022

Perform COVID19 testing on residents and staff.

Tag 0921 D Jun 29, 2022

Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.

βœ“ Corrected: Oct 15, 2022

2021 1 violations

Tag 0584 E Aug 19, 2021

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.

2020 2 violations

Tag 0880 F Aug 21, 2020

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

βœ“ Corrected: Oct 8, 2020
Tag 0584 E Jan 2, 2020

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.

βœ“ Corrected: Feb 14, 2020

2019 2 violations

Tag 0609 D May 8, 2019

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

βœ“ Corrected: Jun 22, 2019
Tag 0610 D May 8, 2019

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

βœ“ Corrected: Jun 22, 2019

2018 12 violations

Tag 0602 D Oct 23, 2018

Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.

βœ“ Corrected: Dec 2, 2018
Tag 0574 F Sep 13, 2018

The resident has the right to receive notices in a format and a language he or she understands.

βœ“ Corrected: Oct 28, 2018
Tag 0578 D Sep 13, 2018

Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.

βœ“ Corrected: Oct 28, 2018
Tag 0761 D Sep 13, 2018

Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.

βœ“ Corrected: Oct 28, 2018
Tag 0772 D Sep 13, 2018

Have an agreement with an approved laboratory to obtain services, if on-site laboratory services aren't provided.

βœ“ Corrected: Oct 28, 2018
Tag 0812 E Sep 13, 2018

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

βœ“ Corrected: Oct 28, 2018
Tag 0880 D Sep 13, 2018

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

βœ“ Corrected: Oct 28, 2018
Tag 0883 E Sep 13, 2018

Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.

βœ“ Corrected: Oct 28, 2018
Tag 0580 D Jul 11, 2018

Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

βœ“ Corrected: Aug 3, 2018
Tag 0656 D Jul 11, 2018

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

βœ“ Corrected: Aug 3, 2018
Tag 0925 E May 31, 2018

Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.

βœ“ Corrected: Jun 25, 2018
Tag 0686 D Feb 22, 2018

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

βœ“ Corrected: Mar 16, 2018

2017 1 violations

Tag 0371 F Sep 21, 2017

Store, cook, and serve food in a safe and clean way.

βœ“ Corrected: Nov 5, 2017

2016 8 violations

Tag 0253 E Jan 14, 2016

Provide housekeeping and maintenance services.

βœ“ Corrected: Feb 28, 2016
Tag 0282 D Jan 14, 2016

Provide care by qualified persons according to each resident's written plan of care.

βœ“ Corrected: Feb 28, 2016
Tag 0323 D Jan 14, 2016

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provide adequate supervision to prevent avoidable accidents.

βœ“ Corrected: Feb 28, 2016
Tag 0371 D Jan 14, 2016

Store, cook, and serve food in a safe and clean way.

βœ“ Corrected: Feb 28, 2016
Tag 0406 D Jan 14, 2016

Give or get specialized rehabilitative services per the patient's assessment or plan of care.

βœ“ Corrected: Feb 28, 2016
Tag 0431 D Jan 14, 2016

Maintain drug records and properly mark/label drugs and other similar products according to accepted professional standards.

βœ“ Corrected: May 18, 2016
Tag 0469 E Jan 14, 2016

Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.

βœ“ Corrected: Feb 28, 2016
Tag 0520 E Jan 14, 2016

Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies quarterly, and develop corrective plans of action.

βœ“ Corrected: May 18, 2016

Detailed Inspection Reports

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Fines and Penalties by Year

2022 6 penalties totaling $774,315

$403,545
Fine
June 29, 2022
$359,835
Fine
June 29, 2022
$0
Payment Denial
June 29, 2022
$3,976
Fine
April 11, 2022
$3,645
Fine
April 4, 2022
$3,314
Fine
March 28, 2022
Average: $129,053 | Range: $0 - $403,545

2021 4 penalties totaling $9,827

$2,948
Fine
January 25, 2021
$2,621
Fine
January 18, 2021
$2,293
Fine
January 11, 2021
$1,965
Fine
January 4, 2021
Average: $2,457 | Range: $1,965 - $2,948

2020 5 penalties totaling $14,763

$1,638
Fine
December 28, 2020
$1,310
Fine
December 21, 2020
$983
Fine
December 14, 2020
$655
Fine
December 7, 2020
$10,177
Fine
August 21, 2020
Average: $2,953 | Range: $655 - $10,177

2018 1 penalties totaling $36,478

$36,478
Fine
September 13, 2018
Average: $36,478 | Range: $36,478 - $36,478

Fire Safety Deficiencies

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November 29, 2023
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May 18, 2023
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June 29, 2022
0.00

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August 19, 2021
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Ownership Information

For profit - Corporation
Independent (Not part of a chain)
115654
115654
2294235621
Ben Hill

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