Woods at Sparta of Journey LLC, the
60 Providence Street · Sparta, GA · 31087 · 7064445153
71 certified beds For profit - Corporation Chain: Journey Healthcare
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
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: 1 of 5 Inspections: 2 of 5 Staffing: 1 of 5 Quality measures: 1 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.49 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.31 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 2.99 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 50% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 2 · $13,325 |
Inspection citations (21 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D December 11, 2025
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
Corrected February 9, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · F December 11, 2025
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected February 9, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Actual harm · G August 11, 2024
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected September 7, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Actual harm · G August 11, 2024
Develop, implement, and/or maintain an effective training program for all new and existing staff members.
Corrected September 7, 2024 · Administration
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Potential for harm · D August 11, 2024
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected September 7, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D August 11, 2024
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 September 7, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D August 11, 2024
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
Corrected September 7, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D August 11, 2024
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
Corrected September 7, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D August 11, 2024
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
Corrected September 7, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D August 11, 2024
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected September 7, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D August 11, 2024
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected September 7, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D August 11, 2024
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected September 7, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 11, 2024
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 September 7, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D August 11, 2024
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.
Corrected September 7, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D August 11, 2024
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected September 7, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F August 11, 2024
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected September 7, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F August 11, 2024
Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
Corrected September 7, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F August 11, 2024
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected September 7, 2024 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D July 27, 2023
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected September 10, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · F July 27, 2023
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected September 10, 2023 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D July 27, 2023 · 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 September 10, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
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| August 11, 2024 | Fine | $6,500 |
| August 11, 2024 | Fine | $6,825 |
Family & resident reviews — a separate signal, never mixed into the score
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 115397 · 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.