Dawson Health and Rehabilitation
Below-average Medicare ratings — review the inspection history and ask the administrator about recent corrections before visiting.
based on 17 Google reviews

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Quality Concerns Identified
Medicare inspection and quality data reveal areas that families should carefully evaluate before choosing this facility.
- Special Focus Facility (under heightened CMS scrutiny)
- Abuse citation on record
- Low overall rating (1/5 stars)
- Above-median deficiencies (12 vs median 5.0)
Bottom 25% in GA · Below recommended RN staffing · Worst in ETHICA HEALTH chain · $121,401 in fines · Special Focus Facility (CMS) · Abuse citation
What this means for your family
This facility is highly regarded for its attentive nursing care and clean environment, making it a strong candidate for rehabilitation. However, because many recent reviews lack descriptive details, we recommend scheduling a visit to observe the staff-to-resident interaction and verify the facility's current cleanliness standards for yourself.
Google Reviews
Google Reviews
17 reviews on Google“Dawson Health and Rehabilitation receives high praise from family members for its attentive nursing staff, cleanliness, and effective therapy services. While the majority of recent feedback is overwhelmingly positive, potential families should note that the facility has a history of mixed reports regarding environmental odors and should conduct an in-person tour to verify current standards.”
Quality Themes
Tap a score for detailsStrengths
- Attentive and kind nursing staff
- Clean, odor-free environment
- Effective rehabilitation therapy services
- Compassionate patient care
Concerns
- Unpleasant environmental odors (mentioned by 2 reviewers)
Rating Trends
Tap a year to see what changed
Distribution · 17 analyzed
How They Respond to Reviews
This facility actively engages with reviewer feedback.
Questions for Your Tour
- 1I noticed that you are very active in responding to feedback online; how do you incorporate that family input into your daily operations?
- 2Given the recent health inspection reports, what specific steps is the leadership team taking to improve your current CMS quality ratings?
- 3While the facility is generally noted for being clean, I’ve heard occasional concerns about odors; what is your protocol for maintaining a fresh environment throughout the day?
- 4With 12 recent state violations, could you walk me through how you are addressing these compliance issues to ensure the highest standard of care for my family member?
- 5Your rehabilitation therapy services come highly recommended; how do you tailor these programs to ensure residents remain engaged and active during their stay?
- 6How does your nursing team handle medical emergencies or sudden changes in a resident's health status during the night shift?
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Key Review Excerpts
“My Dad stayed here The nurses was so kind to him they help him. They kept him dry each time I went by his room was clean. His body was clean. They gave him therapy and gave him the attention and love that he needed.”
“My mom was there for a few weeks. The staff was GREAT!!! They really did a good job taking care of my mom. Also the facility was always clean and didn't have that nursing home smell.”
“My friend has been there for rehab. He’s had nothing but good, positive things to say about the staff he’s encountered. His daughter had only positive things about her father’s treatment & care.”
Staffing
Staffing Hours
per resident/day · Medicare 2026Both RN and total nursing hours are below national benchmarks. This can mean less clinical attention per resident, so ask about their staffing plan.
Quality Measures
Quality Measures
Resident outcomes compared with national, state, and local averages · 17 measures
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Residents on antipsychotic medication
Residents with depression symptoms
Highly dependent on how each facility screens and codes depressive symptoms, so it varies widely between facilities.
Residents on anti-anxiety or sleep medication
Residents needing more daily help over time
Residents whose walking got worse
Residents whose bladder or bowel control got worse
Short-stay residents vaccinated for pneumonia
Short-stay residents vaccinated for the flu
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotics
US average from Medicare published data
Inspection History
Medicare Inspection History
3-year lookback · Medicare 2026
Families have filed multiple complaints triggering 13 deficiencies, including serious concerns about abuse protection and resident rights violations. The facility shows recurring problems with resident rights, care planning, and medication management across surveys from 2021 to 2025, suggesting persistent issues despite reported corrections. Given the complaint pattern and breadth of deficiencies spanning basic care areas, families should carefully evaluate this facility.
Mar 5, 2026Routine5
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.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Infection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Services Deficiencies
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Feb 6, 2025Complaint12
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.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail.
Administration Deficiencies
Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
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.
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.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
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.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Feb 6, 2025Routine1
Smoke Deficiencies
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Jun 3, 2024Complaint1
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.
Federal Penalties
Fine
Feb 6, 2025
$121,401
Ownership & Operations
Who Operates This Facility
Dawson Health and Rehabilitation
nonprofit
Chain Affiliation
Ethica Health
50 facilities nationwide
Chain avg rating: 3.6/5 · Rank 46 of 48 (Worst)
Ownership & Management
Owners
Sheffield, Kimberly
Individual is an Owner, Partner or Trustee of Any Adp of the Snf
Key personnel
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References & Resources
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Google Reviews
17 reviews from families & visitors
Official Website
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