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Crossings at East Lake of Journey LLC, the
304 Fifth Avenue, Decatur, GA 30030 · CMS Certification Number (CCN) 115482
At a glance
- CMS overall rating
- ★★★☆☆ 3 of 5
- Health inspection citations
- 29 in the last 3 inspection cycles (3 immediate jeopardy, 0 actual harm, 14 from complaints)
- Fire safety citations
- 10
- Fines (last 3 years)
- 3 fines, total $53,565
- Payment denials
- 0
- Most recent standard inspection
- January 14, 2026
- Official record
- Medicare Care Compare page for this facility
Source: CMS Nursing Home Provider Information: data.cms.gov · data as of September 1, 2026 · last checked October 26, 2026
CMS star ratings
CMS rates every Medicare- and Medicaid-certified nursing home from 1 to 5 stars. Health inspection stars are relative to other homes in the same state: the top 10% get 5 stars and the bottom 20% get 1 star. CMS says to use the ratings together with other information, including a visit. Technical Users’ Guide
| Rating | This facility | Georgia average | U.S. average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | ★★★☆☆ 3 of 5 | 2.7 | 3 |
| Health inspections | ★★★☆☆ 3 of 5 | 2.9 | 2.8 |
| Staffing | ★★☆☆☆ 2 of 5 | 2.3 | 2.9 |
| Quality measures | ★★★☆☆ 3 of 5 | 2.9 | 3.6 |
| Long-stay quality | ★★★★☆ 4 of 5 | Not published | Not published |
| Short-stay quality | ★★☆☆☆ 2 of 5 | Not published | Not published |
Averages: CMS State and US Averages: data.cms.gov · data as of September 1, 2026 · last checked October 26, 2026
Health inspections
| Inspection cycle | Standard survey date | Health citations | From standard survey | From complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cycle 1 (most recent) | January 14, 2026 | 5 | 5 | 1 |
| Cycle 2 | January 9, 2025 | 13 | 9 | 13 |
CMS weighted health inspection score: 38 (lower is better; it counts citation severity, complaints and repeat revisits). Citations from infection control inspections: Not published. How to read these citations
29 health citations across 5 inspection dates, newest first. The letter is CMS’s scope/severity code: A–C means potential for minimal harm, D–F potential for more than minimal harm, G–I actual harm, and J–L immediate jeopardy.
January 14, 2026: 5 citations (Standard + Complaint)
| Severity | Tag | What was cited | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| F | F-0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies | Standard + Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 03/19/2026 |
| D | F-0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 03/19/2026 |
| D | F-0677 | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 03/19/2026 |
| D | F-0644 | Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 03/19/2026 |
| D | F-0558 | Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 03/19/2026 |
August 20, 2025: 3 citations (Complaint)
| Severity | Tag | What was cited | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D | F-0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies | Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 10/01/2025 |
| D | F-0693 | 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. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 10/01/2025 |
| D | F-0656 | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 10/01/2025 |
March 7, 2025: 1 citation (Complaint)
| Severity | Tag | What was cited | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| E | F-0925 | Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests. Environmental Deficiencies | Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 04/02/2025 |
January 9, 2025: 9 citations (Standard + Complaint)
| Severity | Tag | What was cited | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D | F-0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies | Standard + Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 02/05/2025 |
| D | F-0842 | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Standard + Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 02/05/2025 |
| D | F-0761 | 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 | Standard + Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 02/05/2025 |
| D | F-0688 | 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. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Standard + Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 02/05/2025 |
| D | F-0677 | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Standard + Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 02/05/2025 |
| D | F-0657 | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Standard + Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 02/05/2025 |
| D | F-0641 | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Standard + Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 02/05/2025 |
| D | F-0561 | Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice. Resident Rights Deficiencies | Standard + Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 02/05/2025 |
| D | F-0558 | Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies | Standard + Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 02/05/2025 |
October 4, 2023: 11 citations (Standard)
| Severity | Tag | What was cited | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| F | F-0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 11/28/2023 |
| J | F-0835 | Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently. Administration Deficiencies | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 11/28/2023 |
| D | F-0760 | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 11/28/2023 |
| D | F-0758 | 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. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 11/28/2023 |
| J | F-0695 | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 11/28/2023 |
| D | F-0690 | Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 11/28/2023 |
| F | F-0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 11/28/2023 |
| J | F-0656 | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 11/28/2023 |
| F | F-0607 | Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 11/28/2023 |
| E | F-0584 | 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. Resident Rights Deficiencies | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 11/28/2023 |
| D | F-0554 | Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate. Resident Rights Deficiencies | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 11/28/2023 |
Source: CMS Health Deficiencies: data.cms.gov · data as of September 1, 2026 · last checked October 26, 2026
Fire safety inspections
10 fire safety citations across 1 inspection dates
| Date | Severity | Tag | What was cited | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/04/2023 | D | K-0920 | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 11/28/2023 |
| 10/04/2023 | D | K-0916 | Have a battery powered remote alarm panel in a location accessible by operating personnel. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 11/28/2023 |
| 10/04/2023 | D | K-0531 | Have elevators that firefighters can control in the event of a fire. Services Deficiencies | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 11/28/2023 |
| 10/04/2023 | D | K-0511 | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. Services Deficiencies | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 11/28/2023 |
| 10/04/2023 | D | K-0371 | Have properly sized and located compartments to protect residents from smoke. Smoke Deficiencies | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 11/28/2023 |
| 10/04/2023 | D | K-0363 | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 11/28/2023 |
| 10/04/2023 | D | K-0352 | Properly install and monitor supervisory attachments on automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 11/28/2023 |
| 10/04/2023 | D | K-0351 | Install an approved automatic sprinkler system. Smoke Deficiencies | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 11/28/2023 |
| 10/04/2023 | D | K-0321 | Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system. Smoke Deficiencies | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 11/28/2023 |
| 10/04/2023 | D | K-0211 | Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. Egress Deficiencies | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 11/28/2023 |
Automatic sprinklers in all required areas: Yes. CMS does not count fire safety citations in the health inspection star rating.
Source: CMS Fire Safety Deficiencies: data.cms.gov · data as of September 1, 2026 · last checked October 26, 2026
Penalties
| Date | Type | Fine amount | Payment denial |
|---|---|---|---|
| February 20, 2024 | Fine | $3,798 | — |
| January 30, 2024 | Fine | $9,116 | — |
| October 4, 2023 | Fine | $40,651 | — |
Source: CMS Penalties: data.cms.gov · data as of September 1, 2026 · last checked October 26, 2026
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Georgia average | U.S. average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day | 3.07 | 3.56 | 3.86 |
| Registered nurse (RN) hours per resident per day | 0.34 | 0.5 | 0.69 |
| LPN/LVN hours per resident per day | 0.94 | Not published | Not published |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day | 1.8 | Not published | Not published |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day, weekends | 2.8 | Not published | Not published |
| RN hours per resident per day, weekends | 0.31 | Not published | Not published |
| Total nursing staff turnover (%) | 18 | 46 | 45.8 |
| Registered nurse turnover (%) | 20 | Not published | Not published |
| Administrators who have left | 0 | Not published | Not published |
Reported hours come from the Payroll-Based Journal (PBJ) staffing data that facilities submit to CMS each quarter.
Source: CMS Provider Information; State and US Averages: data.cms.gov · data as of September 1, 2026 · last checked October 26, 2026
Facility details
- Legal business name
- The Crossings at East Lake of Journey LLC
- Ownership type
- For profit - Limited Liability company
- Chain
- Journey Healthcare (33 facilities)
- Ownership changed in last 12 months
- No
- Certified beds
- 103
- Average residents per day
- 93.9
- Participates in
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Located inside a hospital
- No
- Continuing care retirement community
- No
- Resident and family council
- Resident
- First approved for Medicare/Medicaid
- September 1, 1989
- County/parish
- De Kalb
Source: CMS Provider Information: data.cms.gov · data as of September 1, 2026 · last checked October 26, 2026
Owners and managers reported to CMS
41 ownership and management records
| Name | Role | Type | Ownership % | Since |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JOURNEY OX OF GA LLC | DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST | Organization | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| 3 BEES HOLDINGS LLC | INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST | Organization | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| AJOJ HOLDINGS LLC | INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST | Organization | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| BEES FAMILY IRREVOCABLE TRUST | INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST | Organization | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| BLUE OCEAN TRUST | INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST | Organization | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| JOURNEY OX GA HEALTHCARE HOLDINGS LLC | INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST | Organization | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| SHASAM FAMILY TRUST | INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST | Organization | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| SHASAM HOLDINGS LLC | INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST | Organization | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| MCGUINNESS, BERNARD | INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| MCGUINNESS, BERNARD | MANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODY | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| JOURNEY OX GA MANAGEMENT LLC | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | Organization | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| BAKER, D'NAE | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| BILBO, RICHARD | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| CONRAD, CAMERON | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| FORBES, GREGORY | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| FRINKS, TERENCE | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| GAFFORD, DEXTER | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| JOHNSON, JENNIFER | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| JONES, ANTONIO | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| KING, PAUL | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| MCGUINNESS, BERNARD | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| OMARA, JODY | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| ROBINSON, TERENCE | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| SILLINGS, NIKKI | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| TRAMMELL, MATTHEW | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| JOURNEY OX GA MANAGEMENT LLC | ADP OF THE SNF | Organization | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| SUMMIT DECATUR LLC | ADP OF THE SNF | Organization | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| BAKER, D'NAE | ADP OF THE SNF | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| BILBO, RICHARD | ADP OF THE SNF | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| CONRAD, CAMERON | ADP OF THE SNF | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| FORBES, GREGORY | ADP OF THE SNF | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| FRINKS, TERENCE | ADP OF THE SNF | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| GAFFORD, DEXTER | ADP OF THE SNF | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| JOHNSON, JENNIFER | ADP OF THE SNF | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| JONES, ANTONIO | ADP OF THE SNF | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| KING, PAUL | ADP OF THE SNF | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| MCGUINNESS, BERNARD | ADP OF THE SNF | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| OMARA, JODY | ADP OF THE SNF | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| ROBINSON, TERENCE | ADP OF THE SNF | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| SILLINGS, NIKKI | ADP OF THE SNF | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| TRAMMELL, MATTHEW | ADP OF THE SNF | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
Source: CMS Ownership: data.cms.gov · data as of September 1, 2026 · last checked October 26, 2026
Check it yourself
- Medicare Care Compare: Crossings at East Lake of Journey LLC, the. Full inspection reports, quality measures and staffing.
- HFR online complaint form. The state agency also takes nursing home complaints.
- Ask the facility to show you its most recent inspection report and plan of correction.
Page built from CMS data files processed September 1, 2026 (CMS refreshes monthly). Last checked October 26, 2026. Not a ranking or endorsement.