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Martha Franks Baptist Retirement Center

One Martha Franks Drive, Laurens, SC 29360 · Laurens County

Discover Martha Franks Retirement Community — a Christ-centered Life Plan community in Laurens, SC, offering independent living, assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, and rehabilitation services to seniors seeking purpose, comfort, and connection.

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55
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Haven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates good.
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Availability outlookFills quickly

Typically 92% full (81 of 88 beds occupied on an average day).

If this community is on your shortlist, checking current openings sooner rather than later genuinely matters here.

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 Laurens

Martha Franks Baptist Retirement Center is a non-profit skilled nursing facility in Laurens, SC, with 88 certified beds and an average of about 81 residents per day. It is part of a continuing care retirement community, so residents can often move between levels of care on one campus.

Medicare rates it 3 out of 5 stars overall — right around the national average. Component ratings: 2/5 on health inspections, 4/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 4.19 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.64 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 36.8%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 3 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 1 federal fine totaling $12,735 in the recent record. Note: CMS has flagged this facility with an abuse icon. We strongly recommend reviewing the full inspection report and discussing it on any tour.

Strengths

  • Above-average nurse staffing (4.19 hrs/resident/day)
  • Low staff turnover (continuity of care)
  • Full sprinkler system
  • Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

  • Below-average health-inspection rating
  • CMS abuse-citation flag — review carefully
Best for: Families weighing a dependable, mid-rated skilled nursing option in Laurens, especially when location or Medicaid acceptance matters.

At a glance

Certified beds
88
Avg. residents/day
81
Ownership
Non profit - Corporation
Part of a chain
Independent
Continuing care
Yes — multiple care levels
CMS provider #
425334

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 careMonthly costSource
Skilled Nursing$8,460–$10,440/mo (median $9,200)Local market estimate
Continuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)$2,680–$5,520/mo (median $5,170)Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Greenville prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs

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Staffing & care

More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.

Total nurse hrs / resident / day
4.19
National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day
0.64
National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover
36.8%
National avg ≈ 52%

Safety & inspection record

Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.

⚠️ This community carries a serious CMS flag (abuse citation). We recommend reviewing the full inspection report and raising it directly on any tour.
Health deficiencies (last survey)
3
Federal fines
1 ($12,735)
Total penalties
1
Last standard survey
2025-09-18
Sprinkler system
Yes
Resident & family council
Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (11 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2026-03-12Severity G — actual harmFrom a complaintFreedom 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.

2025-09-18Severity 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.

2025-09-18Severity D — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

2024-08-02Severity 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.

2024-08-02Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

2024-08-02Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

2024-08-02Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

2024-08-02Severity D — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

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.

Penalty history

Federal fines and Medicare/Medicaid payment denials on record.

DateTypeAmount
2026-03-12Fine$12,735

Services & amenities

  • Continuing care community (multiple care levels on one campus)
  • Full automatic sprinkler system
  • Medicare & Medicaid certified
  • 24-hour licensed nursing
  • On-site rehabilitation therapy
  • Rehabilitation services
  • Memory care
  • Restaurant-style dining
  • Chapel / worship services
  • Wellness programs
  • Daily activities & events
  • Gardens / walking paths
  • Library

Location

One Martha Franks Drive, Laurens, SC

  • 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

Reviews & reputation

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Common questions about Martha Franks Baptist Retirement Center

How much does Martha Franks Baptist Retirement Center cost?

Martha Franks Baptist Retirement Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Laurens, SC area typically runs $8,460–$10,440 per month (median $9,200, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is Martha Franks Baptist Retirement Center's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Martha Franks Baptist Retirement Center 3 out of 5 stars overall, including 2/5 for health inspections, 4/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Martha Franks Baptist Retirement Center?

Staff provide about 4.19 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 36.8% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Martha Franks Baptist Retirement Center?

Martha Franks Baptist Retirement Center has 11 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-09-18). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Martha Franks Baptist Retirement Center have availability?

Typically 92% full (81 of 88 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Martha Franks Baptist Retirement Center offer?

Martha Franks Baptist Retirement Center in Laurens, SC offers skilled nursing, continuing care (ccrc / life plan) and is licensed for 88 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 Greenville.
  • 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

  1. 1
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  2. 2
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  3. 3
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  4. 4
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Data sources:CMS verifiedGoogleOfficial website

Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.

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