nursing home in West Columbia, SC
Still Hopes Episcopal Retirement Community
1 Still Hopes Drive, West Columbia, SC 29169 · (803) 796-6490
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★5
- Staffing★★★★★4
- Quality measures★★★★★5
- CMS high performer
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Still Hopes Episcopal Retirement Community at a glance
Still Hopes Episcopal Retirement Community is a 22-bed non-profit nursing home in West Columbia, South Carolina (Lexington County).
CMS gives it 5 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the South Carolina average of 3.
Residents receive about 7.6 hours of nursing care per day (2.5 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 3.8 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (July 15, 2026) found 0 health citations. The South Carolina average is 3.6.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 22
- Certified for
- Medicare
- Medicare-certified since
- June 8, 2011
- Continuing care retirement community
- Yes
- Resident/family council
- Both
- County
- Lexington County
- CMS Certification Number
- 425401
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | South Carolina avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Better |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.5 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Better |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Better |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | South Carolina avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 7.61 hrs | 3.84 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.47 hrs | 0.63 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.69 hrs | 2.19 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 6.00 hrs | 3.33 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | South Carolina avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 0 | 4 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 1 | 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 | 22 | 105 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 20 | 92 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 91.8% | 87.9% | 80.9% |
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) | 3.2% | 1.5% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 94.3% | 78% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 98% | 81.5% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 2 health deficiencies and 2 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| June 12, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 12, 2025 |
| April 17, 2024 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 1, 2024 |
| April 17, 2024 Fire safety | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 15, 2024 |
| April 17, 2024 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 15, 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 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| SOUTH CAROLINA EPISCOPAL HOME AT "STILL HOPES" Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 04/16/2010 |
| GERIATRIC HEALTH AND WELLNESS LTD CO. Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/05/2025 |
| ROBERTSON, NIKKI Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2019 |
| SANFORD, DANNY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2000 |
| SOUTH CAROLINA EPISCOPAL HOME AT "STILL HOPES" Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/16/2010 |
| WENGER, JOSEPH Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/14/2022 |
| DIECKMANN, MARIE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2025 |
| JOHNSTON, PHILLIP Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2025 |
| SANFORD, DANNY Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/16/2010 |
| STINNETTE, WADE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2025 |
| ROBERTSON, NIKKI Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2019 |
| SANFORD, DANNY Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2000 |
| WENGER, JOSEPH Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/14/2022 |
| DIECKMANN, MARIE Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2025 |
| JOHNSTON, PHILLIP Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2025 |
| SABALIS, PRESTON Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2025 |
| STINNETTE, WADE Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2025 |
| FUNCTIONAL PATHWAYS OF TENNESSEE LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/01/2023 |
| GERIATRIC HEALTH AND WELLNESS LTD CO. Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2023 |
| ROBERTSON, NIKKI Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2019 |
| SANFORD, DANNY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2000 |
| SOUTH CAROLINA EPISCOPAL HOME AT "STILL HOPES" Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/16/2010 |
| WENGER, JOSEPH Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/14/2022 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Still Hopes Episcopal Retirement Community's rating?
Still Hopes Episcopal Retirement Community has 5 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 Still Hopes Episcopal Retirement Community receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 0 citations, compared with a South Carolina average of 3.6. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Still Hopes Episcopal Retirement Community 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 Still Hopes Episcopal Retirement Community?
It is non profit - corporation. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Still Hopes Episcopal Retirement Community and how do I contact it?
Still Hopes Episcopal Retirement Community is at 1 Still Hopes Drive, West Columbia, SC 29169. Phone: (803) 796-6490.
About this data
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