Sadie G. Mays Health & Rehabilitation Center
1821 Anderson Avenue Nw · Atlanta, GA · 30314 · 4047942477
206 certified beds Non profit - Corporation
Why this verdict
- Inspection record is far worse than the national median (deficiency count and severity).
- 4 citations involved actual harm to residents.
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
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Red flags
80% of nursing staff left within a year
High turnover disrupts continuity of care; the national median is 45%.
Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 1 of 5 Inspections: 1 of 5 Staffing: 1 of 5 Quality measures: 4 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.67 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.44 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.23 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 80% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $53,965 |
Inspection citations (40 in the current record)
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Actual harm · G December 19, 2025
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected January 7, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D December 19, 2025
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Corrected January 7, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · F December 19, 2025
Assure the security of all personal funds of residents deposited with the facility.
Corrected January 7, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D December 19, 2025
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected January 7, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · F December 19, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected January 7, 2026 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D July 2, 2025 · found via complaint
Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions.
Corrected August 16, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E July 2, 2025 · found via complaint
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected August 16, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D July 2, 2025 · found via complaint
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected August 16, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D July 2, 2025 · found via complaint
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected August 16, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D July 2, 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 August 16, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D July 2, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected August 16, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E July 2, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected August 16, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D July 2, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected August 16, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D July 2, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Corrected August 16, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D October 24, 2024 · found via complaint
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected December 23, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D October 24, 2024 · found via complaint
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected December 23, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D October 24, 2024 · found via complaint
Assure that each resident’s assessment is updated at least once every 3 months.
Corrected December 23, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D October 24, 2024 · found via complaint
Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
Corrected December 23, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D October 24, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected December 23, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · F October 24, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected December 23, 2024 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · F October 24, 2024 · found via complaint
Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
Corrected December 23, 2024 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D October 24, 2024 · found via complaint
Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.
Corrected December 23, 2024 · Environmental
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Actual harm · G June 26, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected August 15, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Actual harm · G June 26, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected August 15, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Actual harm · G June 26, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Corrected August 15, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
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| June 26, 2024 | Fine | $53,965 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 115542 · certified since April 1, 1993. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.