nursing home in Brunswick, GA
Senior Care Center - Brunswick
2611 Wildwood Drive, Brunswick, GA 31520 · (912) 265-8528
★★★★★1
Much below average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★1
- Staffing★★★★★1
- Quality measures★★★★★4
- Special Focus candidate
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Senior Care Center - Brunswick at a glance
Senior Care Center - Brunswick is a 200-bed for-profit nursing home in Brunswick, Georgia (Glynn County).
CMS gives it 1 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, worse than the Georgia average of 2.7.
Residents receive about 3 hours of nursing care per day (0.3 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 3.6 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (July 29, 2025) found 12 health citations. The Georgia average is 5.
Federal regulators fined it 2 times in the past three years, totaling $16,801.
Nursing staff turnover is 66.4% per year (state average 46%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Limited Liability Company
- Beds
- 200
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- November 24, 2008
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Glynn County
- CMS Certification Number
- 115721
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Georgia avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Worse |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 2.3 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Worse |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Average |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.1 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Average |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.6 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Better |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Georgia avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 3.04 hrs | 3.56 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.28 hrs | 0.50 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.81 hrs | 2.14 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.77 hrs | 3.10 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 66.4% | 46% | 45.8% | Worse |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 88.2% | 44.5% | 42.9% | Worse |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 0 | 0 | 1 | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Georgia avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 12 | 5 | 9 | Worse |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 2 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 183.8 | 50.6 | 80.6 | Worse |
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) | $16,801 | $12,749 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 3 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Georgia avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 200 | 111 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 136 | 90 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 68.1% | 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) | 1.3% | 3.2% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 4.6% | 5.6% | 4.6% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 20.7% | 19.9% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 1.6% | 2.5% | 1.6% | Average |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0.5% | 0.9% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 13.7% | 15.3% | 13.9% | Average |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 12.8% | 15.2% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 4.4% | 5.6% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 28.1% | 11.3% | 12.8% | Worse |
| 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) | 20.4% | 20.5% | 19.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 16.4% | 15.8% | 19% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 99.2% | 95% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 95% | 91.4% | 93.6% | Average |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Georgia avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 3.2% | 2.6% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 78.4% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 90% | 80.3% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 38 health deficiencies and 13 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 6 citations involved actual harm, including 4 rated "immediate jeopardy".
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| July 29, 2025 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected September 12, 2025 |
| July 29, 2025 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected September 12, 2025 |
| July 29, 2025 Fire safety | Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0293 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected September 12, 2025 |
| July 29, 2025 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected September 12, 2025 |
| July 29, 2025 Fire safety | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 12, 2025 |
| July 29, 2025 Fire safety | 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. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0222 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 12, 2025 |
| July 29, 2025 Fire safety | Have ramps, exits, fire escape ladders, steps, and areas of refuge that meet safety requirements. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0227 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 12, 2025 |
| July 29, 2025 Fire safety | Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0223 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 12, 2025 |
| July 29, 2025 Fire safety | Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0341 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 12, 2025 |
| July 29, 2025 Fire safety | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 12, 2025 |
| July 29, 2025 Standard | Dispose of garbage and refuse properly. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0814 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected September 12, 2025 |
| July 29, 2025 Standard | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 12, 2025 |
| July 29, 2025 Standard | 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. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0761 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 12, 2025 |
| July 29, 2025 Standard | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0658 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 12, 2025 |
| July 29, 2025 Standard | Provide bedrooms that don't allow residents to see each other when privacy is needed. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0914 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 12, 2025 |
| July 29, 2025 Standard | Notify each resident of certain balances and convey resident funds upon discharge, eviction, or death. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0569 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 12, 2025 |
| July 29, 2025 Standard | 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 Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0584 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 12, 2025 |
| July 29, 2025 Standard | 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 12, 2025 |
| July 29, 2025 Standard | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 12, 2025 |
| July 29, 2025 Standard | 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 12, 2025 |
| July 29, 2025 Standard | Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0805 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 12, 2025 |
| July 29, 2025 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 12, 2025 |
| April 2, 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 March 3, 2025 |
| April 2, 2025 Complaint | Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0725 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 8, 2025 |
| April 2, 2025 Complaint | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0677 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 8, 2025 |
| May 31, 2024 Standard | 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 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Corrected July 19, 2024 |
| May 31, 2024 Standard | 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 · Tag F0600 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Corrected July 19, 2024 |
| May 31, 2024 Standard | Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0835 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Corrected July 19, 2024 |
| May 31, 2024 Standard | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Corrected July 19, 2024 |
| May 31, 2024 Standard | Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0757 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected February 13, 2024 |
| May 31, 2024 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 19, 2024 |
| May 31, 2024 Standard | 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. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0688 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 19, 2024 |
| May 31, 2024 Standard | Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0554 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 19, 2024 |
| May 31, 2024 Standard | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0609 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 19, 2024 |
| May 31, 2024 Standard | Plan the resident's discharge to meet the resident's goals and needs. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0660 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 19, 2024 |
| May 31, 2024 Complaint | Ensure necessary information is communicated to the resident, and receiving health care provider at the time of a planned discharge. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0661 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 19, 2024 |
| May 31, 2024 Standard | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 19, 2024 |
| May 31, 2024 Standard | 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. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0758 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 19, 2024 |
| September 22, 2022 Fire safety | Install an approved automatic sprinkler system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0351 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected November 6, 2022 |
| September 22, 2022 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 6, 2022 |
| September 22, 2022 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 6, 2022 |
| September 22, 2022 Standard | Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0867 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected November 6, 2022 |
| September 22, 2022 Standard | Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0835 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected November 6, 2022 |
| September 22, 2022 Standard | Arrange for the provision of hospice services or assist the resident in transferring to a facility that will arrange for the provision of hospice services. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0849 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected November 6, 2022 |
| September 22, 2022 Standard | 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 6, 2022 |
| September 22, 2022 Standard | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0657 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 6, 2022 |
| September 22, 2022 Standard | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 6, 2022 |
| September 22, 2022 Standard | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 6, 2022 |
| September 22, 2022 Standard | Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0698 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 6, 2022 |
| September 22, 2022 Standard | Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0640 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 6, 2022 |
| September 22, 2022 Standard | Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0644 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 6, 2022 |
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 3 federal penalties in the past three years, including $16,801 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| May 31, 2024 | Payment Denial | 44 days from June 5, 2024 |
| May 31, 2024 | Fine | $8,401 |
| May 31, 2024 | Fine | $8,400 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| CLAY, SCOTT Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/14/2025 |
| DEAL, LEESA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/14/2025 |
| PRUITTHEALTH BRUNSWICK Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/14/2025 |
| BARKER, JEFFERY Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2019 |
| CHITTY, STEPHEN Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2019 |
| HAMPTON, KAY Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2019 |
| HARRIS, ROOSEVELT Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2023 |
| HEPBURN, VALERIE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2015 |
| HEYS, ANGELA Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2024 |
| HODGES, MICHAEL Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2015 |
| LOOMIS, JAMES Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/10/2020 |
| SUDDATH, WILLIAM Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2023 |
| TINDALL, CATINA Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2023 |
| TURNER, ROBERT Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2015 |
| WILSON, SHIRLEY Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2019 |
| CARTER, DENNY Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2024 |
| JORDAN, CHRISTY Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/03/2024 |
| LOOMIS, JAMES Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/10/2020 |
| TINDALL, CATINA Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2023 |
| DEAL, LEESA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/06/2023 |
| PRUITTHEALTH BRUNSWICK Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/03/2024 |
| SOUTHEAST GEORGIA HEALTH SYSTEM, INC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2015 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Senior Care Center - Brunswick's rating?
Senior Care Center - Brunswick has 1 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 Senior Care Center - Brunswick receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 12 citations, compared with a Georgia average of 5. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Senior Care Center - Brunswick accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for: Medicare and Medicaid. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.
Who owns Senior Care Center - Brunswick?
It is for profit - limited liability company. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Senior Care Center - Brunswick and how do I contact it?
Senior Care Center - Brunswick is at 2611 Wildwood Drive, Brunswick, GA 31520. Phone: (912) 265-8528.
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.