Crossings at East Lake of Journey LLC, the
304 Fifth Avenue · Decatur, GA · 30030 · 4043736231
103 certified beds For profit - Limited Liability company Chain: Journey Healthcare
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Red flags
3 immediate-jeopardy citations in prior inspection cycles
Serious past findings — check whether the underlying problems were fixed and stayed fixed.
Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 2 of 5 Inspections: 2 of 5 Staffing: 2 of 5 Quality measures: 3 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.26 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.57 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.11 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 31% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 3 · $53,565 |
Inspection citations (29 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D January 14, 2026
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Corrected March 19, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D January 14, 2026
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
Corrected March 19, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D January 14, 2026
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected March 19, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D January 14, 2026
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected March 19, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · F January 14, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected March 19, 2026 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D August 20, 2025 · found via complaint
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected October 1, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D August 20, 2025 · found via complaint
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.
Corrected October 1, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 20, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected October 1, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · E March 7, 2025 · found via complaint
Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
Corrected April 2, 2025 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · D January 9, 2025 · found via complaint
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Corrected February 5, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D January 9, 2025 · found via complaint
Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.
Corrected February 5, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D January 9, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected February 5, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D January 9, 2025 · found via complaint
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected February 5, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D January 9, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected February 5, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D January 9, 2025 · found via complaint
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.
Corrected February 5, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D January 9, 2025 · found via complaint
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.
Corrected February 5, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D January 9, 2025 · found via complaint
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected February 5, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D January 9, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected February 5, 2025 · Infection Control
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Immediate jeopardy · J October 4, 2023
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected November 28, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Immediate jeopardy · J October 4, 2023
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected November 28, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Immediate jeopardy · J October 4, 2023
Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.
Corrected November 28, 2023 · Administration
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Potential for harm · D October 4, 2023
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
Corrected November 28, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E October 4, 2023
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.
Corrected November 28, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · F October 4, 2023
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
Corrected November 28, 2023 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · F October 4, 2023
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected November 28, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
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| February 20, 2024 | Fine | $3,798 |
| January 30, 2024 | Fine | $9,116 |
| October 4, 2023 | Fine | $40,651 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 115482 · certified since September 1, 1989. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.