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4.0CMS rating
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Est. $6,910–$8,130/mo
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Matthews Memorial Health Care Center
5100 Jackson Street Ext., Alexandria, LA 71303 · Rapides County
Matthews Memorial is a health care and rehabilitation center located in Alexandria, LA.
41
FairHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates fair.
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Availability outlookUsually has openings
Typically 66% 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 below-average federal rating — worth a careful look in Alexandria
Matthews Memorial Health Care Center is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Alexandria, LA, with 124 certified beds and an average of about 82 residents per day. It operates as part of the The Beebe Family network.
Medicare rates it 2 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 3/5 on health inspections, 2/5 on staffing, 1/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 4.01 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.24 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 60%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 10 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 1 federal fine totaling $36,140 in the recent record.
Strengths
- ✓Above-average nurse staffing (4.01 hrs/resident/day)
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average 2-star overall CMS rating
- •$36,140 in federal fines
Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Alexandria options — our advisors can help you compare.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 124
- Avg. residents/day
- 82
- Ownership
- For profit - Limited Liability company
- Part of a chain
- The Beebe Family
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 195600
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 | $6,910–$8,130/mo (median $7,330) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Alexandria 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
- 4.01
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.24
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 60%
- 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)
- 10
- Federal fines
- 1 ($36,140)
- Total penalties
- 1
- Last standard survey
- 2025-12-04
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Both
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (33 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2026-04-09Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
2026-02-11Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
2025-12-04Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
2025-12-04Severity 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.
2025-12-04Severity 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.
2025-12-04Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
2025-12-04Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
2025-12-04Severity 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.
| Date | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-05-02 | Fine | $36,140 |
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
- ✓ Memory care
- ✓ Wellness programs
- ✓ Daily activities & events
- ✓ Private rooms available
Location
5100 Jackson Street Ext., Alexandria, LA
Reviews & reputation
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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about Matthews Memorial Health Care Center
How much does Matthews Memorial Health Care Center cost?
Matthews Memorial Health Care Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Alexandria, LA area typically runs $6,910–$8,130 per month (median $7,330, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Matthews Memorial Health Care Center's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Matthews Memorial Health Care Center 2 out of 5 stars overall, including 3/5 for health inspections, 2/5 for staffing, 1/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Matthews Memorial Health Care Center?
Staff provide about 4.01 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 60% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Matthews Memorial Health Care Center?
Matthews Memorial Health Care Center has 33 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-12-04). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Matthews Memorial Health Care Center have availability?
Typically 66% full — availability is generally good. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Matthews Memorial Health Care Center offer?
Matthews Memorial Health Care Center in Alexandria, LA offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 124 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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