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Early Memorial Nursing Facility

Below-average Medicare ratings — review the inspection history and ask the administrator about recent corrections before visiting.

11740 Columbia Street, Blakely, GA 39823127 bedsLicensed & Active
1/5
Medicare
Inspection
Quality
Staffing
Google rating
4.2/5

based on 5 Google reviews

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3/ 10
moderate Risk

Quality Concerns Identified

Medicare inspection and quality data reveal areas that families should carefully evaluate before choosing this facility.

  • Low overall rating (1/5 stars)
  • Above-median deficiencies (9 vs median 5.0)

Bottom 25% in GA · Below recommended RN staffing · Above average staffing · Worst in LIFEBRITE HOSPITAL GROUP chain · $177,463 in fines

Source: Medicare data

What this means for your family

This facility is noted for its compassionate staff and a robust schedule of resident activities. However, be aware of a recent one-star rating, and use your visit to personally verify that the level of care meets your specific needs.

Google Reviews

Google Reviews

5 reviews on Google
Families can expect a facility that prioritizes resident engagement through a wide variety of activities and a compassionate care team. While the facility receives high ratings, much of the positive feedback is centered on the staff's attitude and the social environment provided for long-term residents.

Quality Themes

Tap a score for details
FoodN/AStaff5.0CleanN/AActivities5.0MedsN/AMemoryN/ACommsN/AValueN/A

Strengths

  • Compassionate and caring staff
  • Abundant resident activities
  • Positive long-term care environment

Rating Trends

Tap a year to see what changed

2345.02018(1)5.02023(1)5.02024(3)1.02026(1)

Distribution · 6 analyzed

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How They Respond to Reviews

0%response rate

Questions for Your Tour

  • 1I noticed your staffing rating is quite high, so could you tell me more about how your team interacts with residents on a daily basis?
  • 2With the recent health inspection updates, what specific steps is the facility taking to improve clinical care and safety protocols?
  • 3How does the nursing team manage medical emergencies or sudden changes in a resident's condition during the night?
  • 4What kind of daily activities or social outings do you have planned to keep the residents engaged and active?
  • 5Could you walk me through how the facility is addressing the recent state violations to ensure a comfortable environment?
  • 6What is the process for families to stay involved and communicate with the care team regarding any changes in health?

Personalized based on this facility's data


Key Review Excerpts

This long term care home has so many activities for its residents! Early Memorial also has a compassionate staff.

Long-term care resident's family · 2024★★★★★
Source: 5 Google reviews

Quality Measures

Quality Measures

Resident outcomes compared with national, state, and local averages · 17 measures

Medicare Rating
2/ 5
Better Than Avg

8

measures

Worse Than Avg

6

measures

Mixed Results

2

measures

Similar to Avg

1

measures

Long-Stay Residents
😔

Residents with depression symptoms

↓ Lower is better
This Facility0.7%
Better than Avg
Here
0.7%
US
12.1%
GA
10.6%

Highly dependent on how each facility screens and codes depressive symptoms, so it varies widely between facilities.

🚿

Residents whose bladder or bowel control got worse

↓ Lower is better
This Facility8.7%
Better than Avg
Here
8.7%
US
19.4%
GA
16.0%
🛏️

Residents needing more daily help over time

↓ Lower is better
This Facility23.0%
Worse than Avg
Here
23.0%
US
14.4%
GA
15.7%
💉

Residents vaccinated for pneumonia

↑ Higher is better
This Facility99.7%
Better than Avg
Here
99.7%
US
93.4%
GA
91.2%
💊

Residents on anti-anxiety or sleep medication

↓ Lower is better
This Facility12.8%
Better than Avg
Here
12.8%
US
19.5%
GA
20.5%
💉

Residents vaccinated for the flu

↑ Higher is better
This Facility100.0%
Better than Avg
Here
100.0%
US
95.5%
GA
95.0%
Short-Stay Residents (Rehab / Post-Acute)
💉

Short-stay residents vaccinated for the flu

↑ Higher is better
This Facility44.0%
Worse than Avg
Here
44.0%
US
79.8%
GA
78.4%
💉

Short-stay residents vaccinated for pneumonia

↑ Higher is better
This Facility58.3%
Worse than Avg
Here
58.3%
US
81.8%
GA
80.4%
💊

Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotics

↓ Lower is better
This Facility12.5%
Worse than Avg
Here
12.5%
US
1.6%
GA
2.4%
Source: Medicare quality measures

US average from Medicare published data

Inspection History

Medicare Inspection History

3-year lookback · Medicare 2026

9deficiencies
1penalties
Above state avg (6.1)
15 complaint-triggered
$177,463 in fines

This facility has a concerning pattern of 15 complaint-triggered deficiencies, indicating families have repeatedly filed reports about care issues. The most frequent problems involve resident rights violations, administration failures, and protection from abuse and neglect. Issues with medication management and nursing services also appear multiple times across surveys from 2022-2025, suggesting persistent operational problems despite reported corrections.

Dec 11, 2025Routine
5
0812Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

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

0908Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Environmental Deficiencies

Keep all essential equipment working safely.

0584Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

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.

0656Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

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.

0689Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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

Jul 16, 2025Complaint
4
0600Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

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.

0609Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

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

0684Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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

0761Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

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.

Aug 7, 2024Complaint
1
0582Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.

Aug 7, 2024Routine
3
0211Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Egress Deficiencies

Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.

0353Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

0751Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Have restrictions on the use of flammable curtains.

Aug 22, 2023Complaint
10
0580Immediate jeopardy · IsolatedCorrected

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.

0600Immediate jeopardy · IsolatedCorrected

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.

0835Immediate jeopardy · IsolatedCorrected

Administration Deficiencies

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

0837Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Administration Deficiencies

Establish a governing body that is legally responsible for establishing and implementing policies for managing and operating the facility and appoints a properly licensed administrator responsible for managing the facility.

0686Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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

0695Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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

0761Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

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.

0550Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

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

0727Minimal · WidespreadCorrected

Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.

0844Minimal · WidespreadCorrected

Administration Deficiencies

Follow rules about disclosure of ownership requirements and tell the state agency about changes in ownership and/or administrative personnel.

Nov 4, 2022Routine
4
0801Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician.

0570Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Assure the security of all personal funds of residents deposited with the facility.

0584Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

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.

0837Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Administration Deficiencies

Establish a governing body that is legally responsible for establishing and implementing policies for managing and operating the facility and appoints a properly licensed administrator responsible for managing the facility.

Federal Penalties

Fine

Aug 22, 2023

$177,463

Ownership & Operations

Who Operates This Facility

Owner / Operator

Early Memorial Nursing Facility

Organization Type

for profit

Chain Affiliation

Chain Name

Lifebrite Hospital Group

Chain Size

2 facilities nationwide

Chain avg rating: 2.0/5 · Rank 2 of 2 (Worst)

Ownership & Management

Owners

Echp, INC.

Owner · Organization

100%

Key personnel

Cushing, GingerW-2 Managing EmployeeDunn, MorganOfficer / Director
Source: Medicare provider data

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