Providence of Sparta Health and Rehab
Below-average Medicare ratings — review the inspection history and ask the administrator about recent corrections before visiting.
based on 8 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.
- Low overall rating (1/5 stars)
- Low staffing rating (1/5 stars)
- Above-median deficiencies (16 vs median 5.0)
Bottom 25% in GA · Critically understaffed (RN) · Worst in GLOBAL HEALTHCARE REIT chain · $13,325 in fines
What this means for your family
This facility has received consistent, severe reports regarding sanitation, including pest issues and poor hygiene standards. While some individual staff members are described as kind, the lack of administrative transparency and poor facility maintenance make this a high-risk choice; we strongly recommend touring the facility personally and inspecting the living quarters before considering placement.
Google Reviews
Google Reviews
8 reviews on Google“Providence of Sparta Health and Rehab faces severe criticism regarding facility hygiene, including reports of roaches and unwashed linens. While some reviewers mention that individual nursing staff can be kind, there are persistent complaints about poor communication, lack of transparency from administration, and neglectful care standards.”
Quality Themes
Tap a score for detailsStrengths
- Individual nursing and CNA staff kindness
- Historical praise for staff attentiveness
Concerns
- Poor facility cleanliness and pest infestations (mentioned by 3 reviewers)
- Poor communication and lack of administrative responsiveness (mentioned by 2 reviewers)
Rating Trends
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Distribution · 8 analyzed
How They Respond to Reviews
Questions for Your Tour
- 1Given the recent feedback regarding facility maintenance, what specific protocols and schedules are currently in place to ensure consistent deep cleaning and pest control throughout the building?
- 2With the current staffing ratings, how does the leadership team ensure that residents receive timely attention and that communication with family members remains proactive and transparent?
- 3Can you walk me through the steps you take to address a family's concern or complaint to ensure it is resolved quickly and effectively?
- 4Since some of your staff members have been recognized for their individual kindness, how are you working to foster that level of care across the entire team to improve the overall resident experience?
- 5What does a typical day look like for a resident here, and how do you encourage participation in activities to keep everyone engaged and active?
- 6How is your medical team structured to handle urgent health changes or emergencies, and what is your process for notifying families during those critical moments?
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Key Review Excerpts
“Roaches in the bathroom, the furniture , not wood with the particle board peeling. Don’t send your loved one here. The social worker isn’t truthful.”
“Getting my bed linen changed is like pulling eye teeth. I can go for days sleeping in soulded linen. Over all this place is dirty. I have also seen bugs.”
“have called the administrator several times she never returns the call nor wants to get on the phone with me always wants to take a message....will be reporting them if i dont talk to someone today that will not lie to me”
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 · 15 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 vaccinated for pneumonia
Residents on anti-anxiety or sleep medication
Residents needing more daily help over time
Residents whose walking got worse
Short-stay residents vaccinated for pneumonia
US average from Medicare published data
Inspection History
Medicare Inspection History
3-year lookback · Medicare 2026
Providence of Sparta has significant recurring problems with care planning, safety hazards, and fire safety systems across all recent surveys, with one family complaint triggering inspection. The facility repeatedly failed inspections for resident care planning, accident prevention, and fire safety infrastructure including smoke barriers and emergency systems. While all deficiencies show correction dates, the persistent recurrence of safety and care planning issues across multiple surveys suggests ongoing operational challenges families should carefully consider.
Dec 11, 2025Routine10
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).
Smoke Deficiencies
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Smoke Deficiencies
Have an enclosure around a vertical opening shaft.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
Smoke Deficiencies
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Smoke Deficiencies
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
Services Deficiencies
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Meet requirements for the installation and maintenance of electrical systems.
Aug 11, 2024Routine27
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Administration Deficiencies
Develop, implement, and/or maintain an effective training program for all new and existing staff members.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
Infection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Egress Deficiencies
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
Smoke Deficiencies
Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies
To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Smoke Deficiencies
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
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 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.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
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.
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
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).
Egress Deficiencies
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
Smoke Deficiencies
Have an enclosure around a vertical opening shaft.
Smoke Deficiencies
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
Smoke Deficiencies
Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.
Jul 27, 2023Routine3
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Smoke Deficiencies
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
Jul 27, 2023Complaint1
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.
Federal Penalties
Fine
Aug 11, 2024
$6,500
Fine
Aug 11, 2024
$6,825
Ownership & Operations
Who Operates This Facility
Providence of Sparta Health and Rehab
for profit
Chain Affiliation
Journey Healthcare
34 facilities nationwide
Chain avg rating: 1.8/5 · Rank 7 of 9 (Worst)
Ownership & Management
Owners
Selectis Health INC
Owner · Organization
Rhine, Zvi
Owner (parent company)
Key personnel
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