nursing home in Savannah, GA
Oaks Health Ctr at the Marshes of Skidaway Island
95 Skidaway Island Park Road, Savannah, GA 31411 · (912) 598-5030
★★★★★4
Above average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★4
- Staffing★★★★★4
- Quality measures★★★★★3
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Oaks Health Ctr at the Marshes of Skidaway Island at a glance
Oaks Health Ctr at the Marshes of Skidaway Island is a 23-bed non-profit nursing home in Savannah, Georgia (Chatham County).
CMS gives it 4 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the Georgia average of 2.7.
Residents receive about 6.3 hours of nursing care per day (0.8 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 3.6 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (March 22, 2026) found 0 health citations. The Georgia average is 5.
Federal regulators fined it 2 times in the past three years, totaling $8,788.
Nursing staff turnover is 31.8% per year (state average 46%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 23
- Certified for
- Medicare
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Life Care Services
- Medicare-certified since
- June 28, 2006
- Continuing care retirement community
- Yes
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Chatham County
- CMS Certification Number
- 115715
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Georgia avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Better |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.3 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 3.1 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.6 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Average |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Georgia avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 6.26 hrs | 3.56 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.84 hrs | 0.50 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.51 hrs | 2.14 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 5.89 hrs | 3.10 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 31.8% | 46% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 66.7% | 44.5% | 42.9% | Worse |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 2 | 0 | 1 | Worse |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Georgia avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 0 | 5 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 2 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 16 | 50.6 | 80.6 | Better |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Georgia avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 2 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $8,788 | $12,749 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 2 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Georgia avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 23 | 111 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 17 | 90 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 74.3% | 81.7% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Georgia avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 6.7% | 3.2% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 3.8% | 5.6% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 10% | 19.9% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 6.7% | 2.5% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 2.6% | 0.9% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 12% | 15.3% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 12% | 5.6% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 7.5% | 11.3% | 12.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 0% | 0.1% | 0.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 12% | 20.5% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 28.1% | 15.8% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 75.6% | 91.4% | 93.6% | Worse |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Georgia avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 6.9% | 2.6% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 78.3% | 78.4% | 79.8% | Average |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 48.5% | 80.3% | 82% | Worse |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 5 health deficiencies and 26 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 2 citations involved actual harm.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| March 22, 2026 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 21, 2026 |
| March 22, 2026 Fire safety | Meet requirements for sections of health care facilities separated by fire resistive construction. Construction Deficiencies · Tag K0131 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 21, 2026 |
| March 22, 2026 Fire safety | Have an enclosure around a vertical opening shaft. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0311 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 21, 2026 |
| March 22, 2026 Fire safety | Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0741 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 21, 2026 |
| March 22, 2026 Fire safety | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 21, 2026 |
| March 22, 2026 Fire safety | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 21, 2026 |
| March 22, 2026 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 21, 2026 |
| January 19, 2025 Fire safety | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0923 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 13, 2025 |
| January 19, 2025 Fire safety | Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP). Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0004 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 13, 2025 |
| January 19, 2025 Fire safety | Establish methods for sharing information. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0033 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 13, 2025 |
| January 19, 2025 Fire safety | Provide a means of sharing information on occupancy/needs. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0034 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 13, 2025 |
| January 19, 2025 Fire safety | Provide family notifications of emergency plan. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0035 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 13, 2025 |
| January 19, 2025 Fire safety | Install an approved automatic sprinkler system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0351 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 13, 2025 |
| January 19, 2025 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 13, 2025 |
| January 19, 2025 Fire safety | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 13, 2025 |
| January 19, 2025 Fire safety | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 13, 2025 |
| January 19, 2025 Fire safety | Have restrictions on the use of portable space heaters. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0781 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 13, 2025 |
| January 19, 2025 Complaint | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected February 13, 2025 |
| January 19, 2025 Complaint | 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 · Tag F0656 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected February 13, 2025 |
| January 19, 2025 Complaint | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 13, 2025 |
| January 19, 2025 Complaint | Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0554 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 13, 2025 |
| January 19, 2025 Complaint | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0658 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 13, 2025 |
| September 24, 2023 Fire safety | Have restrictions on the use of highly flammable decorations. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0753 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 25, 2023 |
| September 24, 2023 Fire safety | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 25, 2023 |
| September 24, 2023 Fire safety | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 25, 2023 |
| September 24, 2023 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 25, 2023 |
| September 24, 2023 Fire safety | Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0341 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 25, 2023 |
| September 24, 2023 Fire safety | Have an enclosure around a vertical opening shaft. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0311 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 25, 2023 |
| September 24, 2023 Fire safety | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0923 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 25, 2023 |
| September 24, 2023 Fire safety | Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0293 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 25, 2023 |
| September 24, 2023 Fire safety | Have restrictions on the use of portable space heaters. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0781 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 25, 2023 |
Severity letters follow the CMS scope-and-severity grid: A–C no actual harm with potential for minimal harm; D–F potential for more than minimal harm; G–I actual harm; J–L immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety. How to read inspection citations.
Fines and payment denials
CMS reports 1 federal penalty in the past three years, including $4,394 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| January 19, 2025 | Fine | $4,394 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| SKIDAWAY HEALTH AND LIVING SERVICES, INC. Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 09/21/1999 |
| SAVANNAH ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY Organization | 5% or greater mortgage interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/19/2003 |
| LIFE CARE SERVICES LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/11/2025 |
| MONTGOMERY, HANNAH Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/14/2025 |
| PATEL, MAULIKKUMAR Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/14/2025 |
| DARDEN, WILLIAM Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2022 |
| HELMS, SUSAN Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2021 |
| KEIGHTLEY, REBECCA Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2022 |
| LAMAR, SARAH Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2021 |
| LANIER, MOLLY Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2024 |
| LARSON, ERIC Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/30/2024 |
| LASTNER, VIRGINIA Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/06/2024 |
| MCDONALD, LOUISE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2024 |
| RUBEN, JESSE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2022 |
| SOULS, THOMAS Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2021 |
| COHEN, ADAM Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2024 |
| HELMS, SUSAN Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2024 |
| URNESS, KENT Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2024 |
| DUDASKO, ERIC Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/15/2023 |
| LIFE CARE SERVICES LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/19/2003 |
| MONTGOMERY, HANNAH Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/03/2025 |
| PATEL, MAULIKKUMAR Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2023 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Oaks Health Ctr at the Marshes of Skidaway Island's rating?
Oaks Health Ctr at the Marshes of Skidaway Island has 4 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Georgia nursing homes is 2.7 stars.
How many inspection citations did Oaks Health Ctr at the Marshes of Skidaway Island receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 0 citations, compared with a Georgia average of 5. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Oaks Health Ctr at the Marshes of Skidaway Island accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for: Medicare. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.
Who owns Oaks Health Ctr at the Marshes of Skidaway Island?
It is non profit - corporation and part of Life Care Services. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Oaks Health Ctr at the Marshes of Skidaway Island and how do I contact it?
Oaks Health Ctr at the Marshes of Skidaway Island is at 95 Skidaway Island Park Road, Savannah, GA 31411. Phone: (912) 598-5030.
About this data
Ratings and measures come from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. They're based on state inspections, patient surveys and facility reports, and they describe the past. Facilities change, so visit in person and confirm details directly. About our data · Spotted an error? Let us know.