nursing home in Bay Saint Louis, MS
Dunbar Village Terrace
725 Dunbar Ave, Bay Saint Louis, MS 39520 · (228) 466-3099
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
Dunbar Village Terrace at a glance
Dunbar Village Terrace is a 60-bed for-profit nursing home in Bay Saint Louis, Mississippi (Hancock County).
CMS gives it 4 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the Mississippi average of 2.7.
Residents receive about 3.9 hours of nursing care per day (0.6 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 4.2 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (May 28, 2026) found 3 health citations. The Mississippi average is 6.9.
Federal regulators fined it 1 time in the past three years, totaling $8,021.
Nursing staff turnover is 61.7% per year (state average 45.7%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Partnership
- Beds
- 60
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- September 5, 2007
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Hancock County
- CMS Certification Number
- 255322
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Mississippi 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 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.2 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.2 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Average |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.3 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Average |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Mississippi avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 3.89 hrs | 4.18 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Average |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.64 hrs | 0.64 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.15 hrs | 2.43 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.40 hrs | 3.50 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Average |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 61.7% | 45.7% | 45.8% | Worse |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 50% | 38.5% | 42.9% | Worse |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 0 | 0 | 1 | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Mississippi avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 3 | 7 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 1 | 2 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 17 | 61.2 | 80.6 | Better |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Mississippi avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $8,021 | $17,231 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Average |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Mississippi avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 60 | 87 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 56 | 74 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 93.3% | 85.7% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Mississippi avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 6.8% | 3.1% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 3.7% | 6.3% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 0% | 21.7% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 1.1% | 2.5% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0% | 1.4% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 8.9% | 20.5% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 22.8% | 19.6% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 2.2% | 6.2% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 0% | 1.6% | 12.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 0% | 0.2% | 0.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 20.9% | 23.8% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 27% | 20.7% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 97% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 95.4% | 93.6% | Better |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Mississippi avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 1.3% | 2.5% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 87.9% | 84.6% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 88.5% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 12 health deficiencies and 1 fire safety deficiency in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 1 citation involved actual harm, including 1 rated "immediate jeopardy".
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 28, 2026 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 June 24, 2026 |
| May 28, 2026 Standard | Ensure the facility is licensed under applicable State and local law and operates and provides services in compliance with all applicable Federal, State, and local laws, regulations, and codes, and with accepted professional standards. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0836 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 24, 2026 |
| May 28, 2026 Complaint | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0760 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 24, 2026 |
| July 31, 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 3, 2025 |
| July 31, 2025 Standard | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0842 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 3, 2025 |
| July 31, 2025 Standard | 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 September 3, 2025 |
| July 31, 2025 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 3, 2025 |
| April 12, 2024 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 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Corrected April 7, 2024 |
| January 19, 2024 Standard | Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0700 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 27, 2024 |
| January 19, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 27, 2024 |
| January 19, 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 February 27, 2024 |
| January 19, 2024 Standard | Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0693 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 27, 2024 |
| January 19, 2024 Standard | Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0690 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 27, 2024 |
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 $8,021 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| April 12, 2024 | Fine | $8,021 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| CHEEK, CHRISTOPHER Individual | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | 69% | 06/10/1993 |
| CHEEK, JOANNE Individual | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | 27% | 04/21/2011 |
| TRUSTMARK NATIONAL BANK Organization | 5% or greater mortgage interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/1993 |
| CHEEK, CHRISTOPHER Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/10/1993 |
| CHEEK, JOANNE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/10/1993 |
| COPELAND, TIMOTHY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2024 |
| IVEY, AMY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/29/2025 |
| SENTRYCARE INC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/29/2025 |
| SENTRY- PROPERTIES INC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/21/2011 |
| CHEEK, CHRISTOPHER Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/10/1993 |
| CHEEK, COLLIN Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/13/2024 |
| CHEEK, CHRISTOPHER Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/10/1993 |
| CHEEK, COLLIN Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2023 |
| WATKINS, SONJA Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/04/2013 |
| SENTRY- PROPERTIES INC Organization | general partnership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/10/1993 |
| CHEEK, CHRISTOPHER Individual | individual is an owner, partner or trustee of any adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/26/2025 |
| SENTRY- PROPERTIES INC Organization | limited partnership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/21/2011 |
| IVEY, AMY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2016 |
| SENTRYCARE INC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2012 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Dunbar Village Terrace's rating?
Dunbar Village Terrace has 4 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Mississippi nursing homes is 2.7 stars.
How many inspection citations did Dunbar Village Terrace receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 3 citations, compared with a Mississippi average of 6.9. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Dunbar Village Terrace 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 Dunbar Village Terrace?
It is for profit - partnership. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Dunbar Village Terrace and how do I contact it?
Dunbar Village Terrace is at 725 Dunbar Ave, Bay Saint Louis, MS 39520. Phone: (228) 466-3099.
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.