Cottages at Rockmart, the
750 Goodyear Avenue · Rockmart, GA · 30153 · 7707483622
116 certified beds For profit - Limited Liability company Chain: Reliable Health Care Management
Why this verdict
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
- Staffing hours comfortably above national benchmarks.
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
Red flags
No red flags in the current CMS record. Genuinely good news — pair it with an in-person tour before deciding.
Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 4 of 5 Inspections: 4 of 5 Staffing: 4 of 5 Quality measures: 3 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 5.77 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.38 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 5.44 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 33% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (13 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · F January 11, 2026
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected February 26, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D January 11, 2026
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected February 26, 2026 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D August 22, 2025 · found via complaint
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected October 6, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D November 24, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected January 6, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D November 24, 2024 · found via 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.
Corrected January 6, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D November 24, 2024 · 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 January 6, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D November 24, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected January 6, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · E August 25, 2022
Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
Corrected October 9, 2022 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D August 25, 2022
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected October 9, 2022 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D August 25, 2022
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
Corrected October 9, 2022 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D August 25, 2022
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 October 9, 2022 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 25, 2022
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.
Corrected October 9, 2022 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E August 25, 2022
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected October 9, 2022 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 115381 · certified since September 15, 1989. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.