nursing home in Aiken, SC
Aiken Rehabilitation and Care Center
3525 Augustus Road, Aiken, SC 29801 · (803) 642-8376
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★3
- Staffing★★★★★3
- Quality measures★★★★★3
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Aiken Rehabilitation and Care Center at a glance
Aiken Rehabilitation and Care Center is a 125-bed for-profit nursing home in Aiken, South Carolina (Aiken County).
CMS gives it 3 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, close to the South Carolina average of 3.
Residents receive about 3.9 hours of nursing care per day (0.4 of them from registered nurses), close to the state average of 3.8 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (April 23, 2026) found 8 health citations. The South Carolina average is 3.6.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 62.2% per year (state average 45.9%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Limited Liability Company
- Beds
- 125
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Venza Care Management
- Medicare-certified since
- May 23, 1991
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Aiken County
- CMS Certification Number
- 425308
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | South Carolina avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Average |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Average |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Average |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.5 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Worse |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | South Carolina avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 3.93 hrs | 3.84 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Average |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.40 hrs | 0.63 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.23 hrs | 2.19 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Average |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.51 hrs | 3.33 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Average |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 62.2% | 45.9% | 45.8% | Worse |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 63.2% | 42.1% | 42.9% | Worse |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 0 | 0 | 1 | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | South Carolina avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 8 | 4 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 32 | 42.5 | 80.6 | Better |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | South Carolina avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $0 | $14,833 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Size
| Measure | This facility | South Carolina avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 125 | 105 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 112 | 92 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 89.7% | 87.9% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | South Carolina avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 2.7% | 3.2% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 4.7% | 5.1% | 4.6% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 20% | 15.3% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 3.3% | 1.3% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0.5% | 0.6% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 9.2% | 11.9% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 16% | 12.7% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 8.5% | 6.3% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 3.5% | 3.1% | 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) | 15.5% | 21% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 22% | 16.7% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 70.1% | 90.6% | 95.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 98.4% | 91.7% | 93.6% | Better |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | South Carolina avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 1.4% | 1.5% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 63.2% | 78% | 79.8% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 91.1% | 81.5% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 17 health deficiencies and 0 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| April 23, 2026 Standard | 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 · Tag F0580 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 3, 2026 |
| April 23, 2026 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 June 3, 2026 |
| April 23, 2026 Standard | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0760 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 3, 2026 |
| April 23, 2026 Standard | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 3, 2026 |
| April 23, 2026 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 June 3, 2026 |
| April 23, 2026 Standard | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0686 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 3, 2026 |
| April 23, 2026 Standard | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 3, 2026 |
| April 23, 2026 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 June 3, 2026 |
| March 7, 2025 Standard | 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 · Tag F0803 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 1, 2025 |
| December 12, 2024 Complaint | 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 December 20, 2024 |
| December 12, 2024 Complaint | Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0602 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 20, 2024 |
| June 16, 2024 Complaint | 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 16, 2024 |
| March 14, 2024 Complaint | 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 April 13, 2024 |
| August 11, 2023 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 10, 2023 |
| August 11, 2023 Standard | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 10, 2023 |
| August 11, 2023 Standard | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0760 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 10, 2023 |
| August 11, 2023 Standard | 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 September 10, 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 no federal fines or payment denials in the past three years.
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| PEPPER HILL SNF OPERATIONS HOLDINGS LLC Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 09/01/2021 |
| CAPITAL FUNDING LLC Organization | 5% or greater mortgage interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2021 |
| CAPITAL FUNDING GROUP, LLC Organization | 5% or greater security interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2021 |
| CAPITAL FUNDING GROUP, LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/05/2026 |
| CH PEPPER HILL HOLDINGS LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/29/2022 |
| CW PEPPER HILL HOLDINGS LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/29/2022 |
| FOWLER, WANDA M Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/09/2024 |
| HERZKA, YISROEL Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/29/2022 |
| JUNEAU, LISA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/26/2026 |
| PEPPER HILL SNF REALTY LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2021 |
| SS PEPPER HILL HOLDINGS LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/29/2022 |
| STRAUSS, SUSAN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/29/2022 |
| VENZA CARE CLINICAL CONSULTING LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/05/2026 |
| VERTEX FINANCIAL SERVICES LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/14/2026 |
| WHEELER, KERRY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/17/2025 |
| WOLOFSKY, CHAVA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/29/2022 |
| CH PEPPER HILL HOLDINGS LLC Organization | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/29/2022 |
| CW PEPPER HILL HOLDINGS LLC Organization | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/29/2022 |
| HERZKA, YISROEL Individual | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/29/2022 |
| LIONHEART SNF LLC Organization | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/29/2022 |
| SS PEPPER HILL HOLDINGS LLC Organization | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/29/2022 |
| STRAUSS, SUSAN Individual | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/29/2022 |
| WOLOFSKY, CHAVA Individual | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/29/2022 |
| FOWLER, WANDA M Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/09/2024 |
| FOWLER, WANDA M Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/09/2024 |
| GOODMAN, MENUCHA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/01/2025 |
| VENZA CARE CLINICAL CONSULTING LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| VERTEX FINANCIAL SERVICES LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| WHEELER, KERRY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/17/2025 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Aiken Rehabilitation and Care Center's rating?
Aiken Rehabilitation and Care Center has 3 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for South Carolina nursing homes is 3 stars.
How many inspection citations did Aiken Rehabilitation and Care Center receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 8 citations, compared with a South Carolina average of 3.6. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Aiken Rehabilitation and Care Center 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 Aiken Rehabilitation and Care Center?
It is for profit - limited liability company and part of Venza Care Management. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Aiken Rehabilitation and Care Center and how do I contact it?
Aiken Rehabilitation and Care Center is at 3525 Augustus Road, Aiken, SC 29801. Phone: (803) 642-8376.
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.