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Eastman Trails of Journey LLC
556 Chester Highway, Eastman, GA 31023 · CMS Certification Number (CCN) 115622
At a glance
- CMS overall rating
- ★★☆☆☆ 2 of 5
- Health inspection citations
- 15 in the last 3 inspection cycles (0 immediate jeopardy, 0 actual harm, 8 from complaints)
- Fire safety citations
- 25
- Fines (last 3 years)
- 0 fines, total $0
- Payment denials
- 0
- Most recent standard inspection
- February 18, 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 | ★★☆☆☆ 2 of 5 | 2.7 | 3 |
| Health inspections | ★★★☆☆ 3 of 5 | 2.9 | 2.8 |
| Staffing | ★☆☆☆☆ 1 of 5 | 2.3 | 2.9 |
| Quality measures | ★★★★☆ 4 of 5 | 2.9 | 3.6 |
| Long-stay quality | ★★★★★ 5 of 5 | Not published | Not published |
| Short-stay quality | ★☆☆☆☆ 1 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) | February 18, 2026 | 5 | 5 | 1 |
| Cycle 2 | November 24, 2024 | 7 | 7 | 7 |
CMS weighted health inspection score: 34 (lower is better; it counts citation severity, complaints and repeat revisits). Citations from infection control inspections: Not published. How to read these citations
15 health citations across 3 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.
February 18, 2026: 5 citations (Standard + Complaint)
| Severity | Tag | What was cited | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| F | F-0812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 04/07/2026 |
| D | 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 04/07/2026 |
| D | F-0628 | Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies. Resident Rights Deficiencies | Standard + Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 04/07/2026 |
| D | 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 04/07/2026 |
| D | F-0569 | Notify each resident of certain balances and convey resident funds upon discharge, eviction, or death. Resident Rights Deficiencies | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 04/07/2026 |
November 24, 2024: 7 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 01/08/2025 |
| F | F-0812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies | Standard + Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 01/08/2025 |
| D | F-0804 | Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies | Standard + Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 01/08/2025 |
| D | F-0692 | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Standard + Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 01/08/2025 |
| D | 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 + Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 01/08/2025 |
| D | F-0578 | Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive. Resident Rights Deficiencies | Standard + Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 01/08/2025 |
| D | F-0554 | Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate. Resident Rights Deficiencies | Standard + Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 01/08/2025 |
May 7, 2023: 3 citations (Standard)
| Severity | Tag | What was cited | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 06/21/2023 |
| D | F-0645 | PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 06/21/2023 |
| 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 06/21/2023 |
Source: CMS Health Deficiencies: data.cms.gov · data as of September 1, 2026 · last checked October 26, 2026
Fire safety inspections
25 fire safety citations across 3 inspection dates
| Date | Severity | Tag | What was cited | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/18/2026 | D | K-0923 | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 04/03/2026 |
| 02/18/2026 | D | K-0511 | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. Services Deficiencies | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 04/03/2026 |
| 02/18/2026 | D | K-0353 | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 04/03/2026 |
| 02/18/2026 | D | K-0324 | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 04/03/2026 |
| 02/18/2026 | 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 04/03/2026 |
| 02/18/2026 | D | K-0291 | Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours. Egress Deficiencies | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 04/03/2026 |
| 11/24/2024 | D | K-0781 | Have restrictions on the use of portable space heaters. Miscellaneous Deficiencies | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 01/08/2025 |
| 11/24/2024 | D | K-0511 | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. Services Deficiencies | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 01/08/2025 |
| 11/24/2024 | D | K-0363 | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 01/08/2025 |
| 11/24/2024 | D | K-0353 | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 01/08/2025 |
| 11/24/2024 | E | K-0324 | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 01/08/2025 |
| 11/24/2024 | E | 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 01/08/2025 |
| 05/07/2023 | D | K-0923 | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 06/21/2023 |
| 05/07/2023 | D | K-0511 | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. Services Deficiencies | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 06/21/2023 |
| 05/07/2023 | D | K-0372 | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. Smoke Deficiencies | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 06/21/2023 |
| 05/07/2023 | D | K-0355 | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. Smoke Deficiencies | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 06/21/2023 |
| 05/07/2023 | D | K-0353 | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 06/29/2023 |
| 05/07/2023 | D | K-0351 | Install an approved automatic sprinkler system. Smoke Deficiencies | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 06/29/2023 |
| 05/07/2023 | D | K-0345 | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 06/21/2023 |
| 05/07/2023 | D | K-0341 | Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility. Smoke Deficiencies | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 06/21/2023 |
| 05/07/2023 | D | K-0324 | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 06/21/2023 |
| 05/07/2023 | E | K-0223 | Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector. Egress Deficiencies | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 06/29/2023 |
| 05/07/2023 | D | E-0033 | Establish methods for sharing information. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 06/21/2023 |
| 05/07/2023 | D | E-0031 | Provide emergency officials' contact information. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 06/21/2023 |
| 05/07/2023 | D | E-0004 | Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP). Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 06/21/2023 |
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
No fines or payment denials published for this facility in the CMS Penalties file (last 3 years).
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 | 3.26 | 3.56 | 3.86 |
| Registered nurse (RN) hours per resident per day | 0.32 | 0.5 | 0.69 |
| LPN/LVN hours per resident per day | 1.04 | Not published | Not published |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day | 1.9 | Not published | Not published |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day, weekends | 2.96 | Not published | Not published |
| RN hours per resident per day, weekends | 0.18 | Not published | Not published |
| Total nursing staff turnover (%) | 50 | 46 | 45.8 |
| Registered nurse turnover (%) | 44.4 | 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
- Legal Business Name Not Available
- Ownership type
- For profit - Corporation
- Chain
- Not published
- Ownership changed in last 12 months
- No
- Certified beds
- 100
- Average residents per day
- 63.4
- 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
- January 1, 1997
- County/parish
- Dodge
Source: CMS Provider Information: data.cms.gov · data as of September 1, 2026 · last checked October 26, 2026
Owners and managers reported to CMS
1 ownership and management records
| Name | Role | Type | Ownership % | Since |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Not published | Ownership Data Not Available | Not published | Not published | Not published |
Source: CMS Ownership: data.cms.gov · data as of September 1, 2026 · last checked October 26, 2026
Check it yourself
- Medicare Care Compare: Eastman Trails of Journey LLC. 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.