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
View full evaluation →Skilled NursingContinuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)CMS verified
Oaks Health Ctr at the Marshes of Skidaway Island
95 Skidaway Island Park Road, Savannah, GA 31411 · Chatham County
Our senior living community in Savannah, GA, is a retirement community that supports residents' goals. Experience island life with us.
90
ExceptionalHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates exceptional.
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Availability outlookModerate availability
Typically 77% 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.
One of Savannah's top-rated skilled nursing communities
Oaks Health Ctr at the Marshes of Skidaway Island is a non-profit skilled nursing facility in Savannah, GA, with 23 certified beds and an average of about 18 residents per day. It operates as part of the Life Care Services network. It is part of a continuing care retirement community, so residents can often move between levels of care on one campus.
Medicare rates it 5 out of 5 stars overall — above the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 4/5 on health inspections, 5/5 on staffing, 3/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 6.78 total nurse hours per resident each day (1.94 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 31.6%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 0 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 2 federal fines totaling $8,788 in the recent record.
Strengths
- ✓5-star overall CMS rating
- ✓Strong health-inspection rating
- ✓Above-average nurse staffing (6.78 hrs/resident/day)
- ✓Low staff turnover (continuity of care)
- ✓No deficiencies at last standard survey
- ✓Full sprinkler system
Things to ask about
None noted in the public data.
Best for: Families who want a highly rated, well-staffed setting in Savannah for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 23
- Avg. residents/day
- 18
- Ownership
- Non profit - Corporation
- Part of a chain
- Life Care Services
- Continuing care
- Yes — multiple care levels
- CMS provider #
- 115715
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 |
| Continuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan) | $2,580–$5,430/mo (median $4,880) | 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
- 6.78
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 1.94
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 31.6%
- 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)
- 0
- Federal fines
- 2 ($8,788)
- Total penalties
- 2
- Last standard survey
- 2026-03-22
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (5 citations on record — showing the latest 5). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2025-01-19Severity G — actual harmFrom a complaintResident 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.
2025-01-19Severity G — actual harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
2025-01-19Severity F — potential for harmFrom a complaintInfection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2025-01-19Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
2025-01-19Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-01-19 | Fine | $4,394 |
| 2025-01-19 | Fine | $4,394 |
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
- ✓ Respite / short-term stays
- ✓ Restaurant-style dining
- ✓ Wellness programs
Location
95 Skidaway Island Park Road, Savannah, 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
Reviews & reputation
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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about Oaks Health Ctr at the Marshes of Skidaway Island
How much does Oaks Health Ctr at the Marshes of Skidaway Island cost?
Oaks Health Ctr at the Marshes of Skidaway Island does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Savannah, 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 Oaks Health Ctr at the Marshes of Skidaway Island's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Oaks Health Ctr at the Marshes of Skidaway Island 5 out of 5 stars overall, including 4/5 for health inspections, 5/5 for staffing, 3/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Oaks Health Ctr at the Marshes of Skidaway Island?
Staff provide about 6.78 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 31.6% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Oaks Health Ctr at the Marshes of Skidaway Island?
Oaks Health Ctr at the Marshes of Skidaway Island has 5 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 Oaks Health Ctr at the Marshes of Skidaway Island have availability?
Typically 77% full — openings are usually available. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Oaks Health Ctr at the Marshes of Skidaway Island offer?
Oaks Health Ctr at the Marshes of Skidaway Island in Savannah, GA offers skilled nursing, continuing care (ccrc / life plan) and is licensed for 23 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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