Fountainview Ctr for Alzheimer
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Quality Concerns Identified
Medicare inspection and quality data reveal areas that families should carefully evaluate before choosing this facility.
- Abuse citation on record
- Low overall rating (2/5 stars)
- Low staffing rating (2/5 stars)
- Above-median deficiencies (8 vs median 5.0)
- High staff turnover (61%)
- High RN turnover (60%)
Below average in GA · Critically understaffed (RN) · Above average staffing · $45,465 in fines · Abuse citation
What this means for your family
Fountainview is highly regarded for its compassionate end-of-life care and reliable medication management, making it a strong choice for complex medical needs. However, families should remain vigilant regarding daily hygiene and basic care tasks, as some reviewers have noted inconsistencies in these areas.
Google Reviews
Google Reviews
27 reviews on Google“Fountainview Center for Alzheimer's receives high praise for its compassionate nursing staff, effective medication management, and well-maintained facility environment. While many families report excellent experiences with long-term and end-of-life care, some reviewers have raised concerns regarding inconsistent attention to hygiene and patient basic needs from certain staff members.”
Quality Themes
Tap a score for detailsStrengths
- Compassionate and dedicated nursing staff
- Reliable medication management
- Clean and well-maintained facility
- Strong support during end-of-life transitions
Concerns
- Inconsistent hygiene and basic care for residents (mentioned by 2 reviewers)
- Inattentive or unmotivated staff members (mentioned by 2 reviewers)
Rating Trends
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Distribution · 30 analyzed
How They Respond to Reviews
Questions for Your Tour
- 1Given the recent focus on staffing, what specific training or oversight programs are currently in place to ensure consistent, high-quality daily hygiene and personal care for every resident?
- 2I noticed the facility has had some recent health inspection findings; could you walk me through the specific steps you are taking to address these areas and improve your overall quality rating?
- 3Since your team is highly regarded for end-of-life support, how do you translate that same level of dedicated, compassionate attention to the daily routines of residents who are in earlier stages of memory care?
- 4What does a typical daily activity schedule look like for residents to ensure they remain engaged and stimulated, especially during shifts where staffing might be more focused on clinical tasks?
- 5How do you monitor and supervise staff performance to ensure that every resident receives attentive care throughout their entire shift?
- 6In the event of a medical emergency, what is your specific protocol for notifying family members, and how do you ensure that communication remains clear and frequent during those critical moments?
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Key Review Excerpts
“In another facility my brother-in-law seldom got his medication on time, but at Fountain view, they understood how important it was to give medication on schedule.”
“The therapy program was good. The wound care program was excellent. The staff were compassionate, attentive, and detailed. The facilities are clean and well maintained.”
“The entire process of my mother's end of life was made easier by the compassionate staff at this center.”
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 whose bladder or bowel control got worse
Residents vaccinated for pneumonia
Residents on anti-anxiety or sleep medication
Residents vaccinated for the flu
Short-stay residents vaccinated for the flu
Short-stay residents vaccinated for pneumonia
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotics
US average from Medicare published data
Inspection History
Medicare Inspection History
3-year lookback · Medicare 2026
This facility has concerning patterns of repeat deficiencies and families have filed complaints that triggered federal investigations, including serious issues with abuse protection and proper response to violations. The most recurring problems involve pressure ulcer care, care planning, and infection control, with pressure ulcer deficiencies appearing in multiple surveys indicating ongoing challenges. While all violations have reported correction dates, the repeat patterns in key care areas and complaint-triggered investigations warrant careful consideration during visits.
Aug 17, 2025Complaint3
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.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
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.
May 16, 2025Routine5
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Infection Control Deficiencies
Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Post nurse staffing information every day.
Jan 18, 2024Routine9
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Infection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
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.
Smoke Deficiencies
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
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.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
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.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
Federal Penalties
Fine
Aug 17, 2025
$33,430
Fine
Jan 18, 2024
$4,017
Fine
Jan 18, 2024
$8,018
Payment Denial
Jan 18, 2024
7-day denial
Ownership & Operations
Who Operates This Facility
Fountainview Ctr for Alzheimer
for profit
Ownership & Management
Owners
Small, David
Owner (parent company)
Small, William
Owner (parent company)
Key personnel
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References & Resources
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