Candler Skilled Nursing Unit
Scout 90Savannah, GA · 22 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Fills quickly
One of Savannah's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $8,280–$10,250/mo
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Effingham Care & Rehabilitation Center
459 Highway 119 South, Springfield, GA 31329 · Effingham County
Effingham Health System’s Skilled Care Center is an award-winning long-term care facility --the only nursing home in GA to receive the Gold Quality Award.
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StrongHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates strong.
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Availability outlookModerate availability
Typically 83% full — openings are usually available.
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 highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Springfield
Effingham Care & Rehabilitation Center is a non-profit skilled nursing facility in Springfield, GA, with 105 certified beds and an average of about 87 residents per day.
Medicare rates it 4 out of 5 stars overall — above the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 4/5 on health inspections, 4/5 on staffing, 2/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 3.57 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.63 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 48.8%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 5 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.
Strengths
- ✓Strong health-inspection rating
- ✓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 who want a highly rated, well-staffed setting in Springfield for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 105
- Avg. residents/day
- 87
- Ownership
- Non profit - Corporation
- Part of a chain
- Independent
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 115106
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 | $8,280–$10,250/mo (median $9,020) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Savannah 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
- 0.63
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 48.8%
- 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
- 2026-02-12
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Both
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (6 citations on record — showing the latest 6). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2026-02-12Severity 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.
2026-02-12Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
2026-02-12Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
2026-02-12Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate foot care.
2026-02-12Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.
2022-09-25Severity D — potential for harmEnvironmental Deficiencies
Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.
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
- ✓ Occupational therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
- ✓ Respite / short-term stays
- ✓ Daily activities & events
- ✓ 24-hour staff
Location
459 Highway 119 South, Springfield, GA
Reviews & reputation
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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about Effingham Care & Rehabilitation Center
How much does Effingham Care & Rehabilitation Center cost?
Effingham Care & Rehabilitation Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Springfield, GA area typically runs $8,280–$10,250 per month (median $9,020, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Effingham Care & Rehabilitation Center's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Effingham Care & Rehabilitation Center 4 out of 5 stars overall, including 4/5 for health inspections, 4/5 for staffing, 2/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Effingham Care & Rehabilitation Center?
Staff provide about 3.57 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 48.8% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Effingham Care & Rehabilitation Center?
Effingham Care & Rehabilitation Center has 6 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2026-02-12). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Effingham Care & Rehabilitation Center have availability?
Typically 83% full — openings are usually available. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Effingham Care & Rehabilitation Center offer?
Effingham Care & Rehabilitation Center in Springfield, GA offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 105 beds.
The best time to decide is before a crisis decides for you
Most families start this search after a fall, a hospital stay, or a caregiver reaching a breaking point — and end up choosing from whatever has a bed open that week. Families who plan even a few weeks ahead get to choose on quality, fit, and price instead of availability alone.
- Move-ins take time: assessments, paperwork, and preparation typically run 2–6 weeks in Savannah.
- The best communities fill first: top-rated communities often run a waitlist — touring early holds your place in line.
- Touring costs nothing and commits you to nothing — but it turns a future emergency into a calm, informed choice.
Your next steps — this week
- 1Confirm the fitCheck the inspection record and staffing data on this page against your loved one's needs.
- 2Get exact pricing & availabilityRequest current rates for Effingham Care & Rehabilitation Center — takes one minute, answered same day.
- 3Tour 2–3 communitiesCompare this community against two alternatives. Ask about staff turnover, all-in monthly cost, and care-plan changes.
- 4Hold a spotMost communities hold a residence with a small refundable deposit while you decide.
Data sources:CMS verifiedGoogleOfficial website
Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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