Macon, GA · 66 beds
4.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Very limited availability
A highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Macon.
Est. $7,700–$9,540/mo
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Cherry Blossom Health and Rehabilitation
3520 Kenneth Drive, Macon, GA 31206 · Bibb County
Dedicated rehab and skilled nursing in Macon focused on resident comfort and recovery.
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GoodHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates good.
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Availability outlookUsually has openings
Typically 69% full — availability is generally good.
Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.
Our evaluation
An honest, data-grounded look at this community — every claim is drawn from public inspection data.
A solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Macon
Cherry Blossom Health and Rehabilitation is a non-profit skilled nursing facility in Macon, GA, with 82 certified beds and an average of about 57 residents per day. It operates as part of the Ethica Health network.
Medicare rates it 3 out of 5 stars overall — right around the national average. Component ratings: 3/5 on health inspections, 2/5 on staffing, 4/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 3.57 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.41 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 56.5%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 5 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.
Strengths
- ✓No federal fines on record
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average nurse staffing (3.57 hrs/resident/day)
Best for: Families weighing a dependable, mid-rated skilled nursing option in Macon, especially when location or Medicaid acceptance matters.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 82
- Avg. residents/day
- 57
- Ownership
- Non profit - Other
- Part of a chain
- Ethica Health
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 115652
Federal quality ratings
From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.
Overall rating
Health inspections
Staffing
Quality measures
Pricing & cost
We publish transparent estimates and verify exact pricing on request. No surprises.
| Level of care | Monthly cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Skilled Nursing | $7,700–$9,540/mo (median $8,390) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Macon prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs
Staffing & care
More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.
- Total nurse hrs / resident / day
- 3.57
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.41
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 56.5%
- National avg ≈ 52%
Safety & inspection record
Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.
- Health deficiencies (last survey)
- 5
- Federal fines
- None on record
- Total penalties
- 0
- Last standard survey
- 2026-03-22
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (21 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2026-03-22Severity F — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
2026-03-22Severity D — potential for harmFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
2026-03-22Severity D — potential for harmFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
2026-03-22Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
2026-03-22Severity D — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2025-02-13Severity F — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
2023-09-21Severity E — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
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 …
2023-09-21Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Severity uses the CMS scope/severity scale: D–F = potential for harm, G–I = actual harm, J–L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS Care Compare health citations; data as of the latest federal release. Discuss any finding directly with the community on a tour.
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
Location
3520 Kenneth Drive, Macon, GA
- Monday: Open 24 hours
- Tuesday: Open 24 hours
- Wednesday: Open 24 hours
- Thursday: Open 24 hours
- Friday: Open 24 hours
- Saturday: Open 24 hours
- Sunday: Open 24 hours
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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about Cherry Blossom Health and Rehabilitation
How much does Cherry Blossom Health and Rehabilitation cost?
Cherry Blossom Health and Rehabilitation does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Macon, GA area typically runs $7,700–$9,540 per month (median $8,390, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Cherry Blossom Health and Rehabilitation's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Cherry Blossom Health and Rehabilitation 3 out of 5 stars overall, including 3/5 for health inspections, 2/5 for staffing, 4/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Cherry Blossom Health and Rehabilitation?
Staff provide about 3.57 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 56.5% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Cherry Blossom Health and Rehabilitation?
Cherry Blossom Health and Rehabilitation has 21 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2026-03-22). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Cherry Blossom Health and Rehabilitation have availability?
Typically 69% full — availability is generally good. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Cherry Blossom Health and Rehabilitation offer?
Cherry Blossom Health and Rehabilitation in Macon, GA offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 82 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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