ASHLAND PLACE HEALTH AND REHABILITATION, LLC
Over 2 years since last inspection. Current conditions may differ from available data.
Ashland Place Health and Rehabilitation has a Trust Grade of C+, which means it is slightly above average but not exceptional. It ranks #89 out of 223 facilities in Alabama, placing it in the top half, but only #11 out of 16 in Mobile County, indicating that there are better local options available. The facility is improving; it reduced its issues from four in 2018 to two in 2020. Staffing is a strong point, with a rating of 4 out of 5 stars, although the turnover rate of 67% is concerning, significantly higher than the state average. While the facility has not faced any fines, there have been notable incidents, such as expired yogurt found in the kitchen that posed a potential health risk and a staff member failing to wash their hands properly after handling dirty dishes, which could lead to contamination. Overall, Ashland Place has strengths in staffing and no fines, but there are areas that need attention, especially regarding food safety and adherence to resident care protocols.
- Trust Score
- C+
- In Alabama
- #89/223
- Safety Record
- Low Risk
- Inspections
- Getting Better
- Staff Stability ⚠ Watch
- 67% turnover. Above average. Higher turnover means staff may not know residents' routines.
- Penalties ✓ Good
- No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most Alabama facilities.
- Skilled Nurses ✓ Good
- Each resident gets 42 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — more than average for Alabama. RNs are trained to catch health problems early.
- Violations ⚠ Watch
- 11 deficiencies on record. Higher than average. Multiple issues found across inspections.
The Good
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4-Star Staffing Rating · Above-average nurse staffing levels
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Full Sprinkler Coverage · Fire safety systems throughout facility
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No fines on record
Facility shows strength in staffing levels, fire safety.
The Bad
Near Alabama average (2.9)
Meets federal standards, typical of most facilities
21pts above Alabama avg (46%)
Frequent staff changes - ask about care continuity
Part of a multi-facility chain
Ask about local staffing decisions and management
19 points above Alabama average of 48%
The Ugly 11 deficiencies on record
Jan 2020
2 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Resident Rights
(Tag F0550)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, interviews, and a review of the facility's Resident Rights, the facility failed to ensure staff did not stand to feed Resident Identifier (RI) #77 the supper meal on 1/21/20.
Th...
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CONCERN
(F)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Food Safety
(Tag F0812)
Could have caused harm · This affected most or all residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation and interview the facility failed to ensure 21 cups of expired yogurt were not left in the cooler.
This ha...
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Nov 2018
4 deficiencies
CONCERN
(F)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Food Safety
(Tag F0812)
Could have caused harm · This affected most or all residents
Based on observations, interviews, and a review of the facility's policies titled, Food Receipt and Storage and Hand-washing Guidelines, the facility failed to ensure honey thickened milks were discar...
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MINOR
(C)
Minor Issue - procedural, no safety impact
Deficiency F0577
(Tag F0577)
Minor procedural issue · This affected most or all residents
Based on observation, group interview, staff interview and a review of the Resident Handbook, the facility failed to ensure residents in the group meeting held on 11/28/18 were aware of the survey res...
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MINOR
(C)
Minor Issue - procedural, no safety impact
Safe Environment
(Tag F0584)
Minor procedural issue · This affected most or all residents
Based on observations, interviews and a review of a facility policy titled, Federal Rights of Resident/Guest(s) and a form titled, .JOB DESCRIPTION, the facility failed to ensure residents' rooms and ...
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MINOR
(C)
Minor Issue - procedural, no safety impact
Deficiency F0838
(Tag F0838)
Minor procedural issue · This affected most or all residents
Based on interview and a review of a facility document titled, Facility Assessment, the facility failed to evaluate and identify areas of the environment needing to be maintained.
This deficient prac...
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Nov 2017
5 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0164
(Tag F0164)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interviews, record reviews, and a review of a facility policy titled, Federal Rights of Resident/Guest(s), the facility...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0241
(Tag F0241)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observations, interviews, record review, and a review of a facility policy titled, Privacy Upon Entering Resident's Roo...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0281
(Tag F0281)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on an observation, interviews, record reviews, and a review of the facility policy titled, Diet Orders, the facility faile...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0282
(Tag F0282)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observations, interviews, record reviews, and a review of [NAME] and Perry's FUNDAMENTALS OF NURSING, the facility fail...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0312
(Tag F0312)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY**
Based on observations, interviews, and record review, including [NAME] and Perry's Fundamentals of Nursing, the facility failed...
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Understanding Severity Codes (click to expand)
Questions to Ask on Your Visit
- "Why is there high staff turnover? How do you retain staff?"
- "Can I speak with families of current residents?"
- "What's your RN coverage like on weekends and overnight?"
Our Honest Assessment
- • No major safety red flags. No abuse findings, life-threatening violations, or SFF status.
- • No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most Alabama facilities.
- • 11 deficiencies on record. Higher than average. Multiple issues found across inspections.
- • 67% turnover. Above average. Higher turnover means staff may not know residents' routines.
About This Facility
What is Ashland Place, Llc's CMS Rating?
CMS assigns ASHLAND PLACE HEALTH AND REHABILITATION, LLC an overall rating of 3 out of 5 stars, which is considered average nationally. Within Alabama, this rating places the facility higher than 99% of the state's 100 nursing homes. This mid-range rating indicates the facility meets federal standards but may have areas for improvement.
How is Ashland Place, Llc Staffed?
CMS rates ASHLAND PLACE HEALTH AND REHABILITATION, LLC's staffing level at 4 out of 5 stars, which is above average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 67%, which is 21 percentage points above the Alabama average of 46%. High turnover can affect care consistency as new staff learn residents' individual needs.
What Have Inspectors Found at Ashland Place, Llc?
State health inspectors documented 11 deficiencies at ASHLAND PLACE HEALTH AND REHABILITATION, LLC during 2017 to 2020. These included: 8 with potential for harm and 3 minor or isolated issues.
Who Owns and Operates Ashland Place, Llc?
ASHLAND PLACE HEALTH AND REHABILITATION, LLC is owned by a for-profit company. For-profit facilities operate as businesses with obligations to shareholders or private owners. The facility is operated by NHS MANAGEMENT, a chain that manages multiple nursing homes. With 164 certified beds and approximately 143 residents (about 87% occupancy), it is a mid-sized facility located in MOBILE, Alabama.
How Does Ashland Place, Llc Compare to Other Alabama Nursing Homes?
Compared to the 100 nursing homes in Alabama, ASHLAND PLACE HEALTH AND REHABILITATION, LLC's overall rating (3 stars) is above the state average of 2.9, staff turnover (67%) is significantly higher than the state average of 46%, and health inspection rating (3 stars) is at the national benchmark.
What Should Families Ask When Visiting Ashland Place, Llc?
Based on this facility's data, families visiting should ask: "How do you ensure continuity of care given staff turnover, and what is your staff retention strategy?" "Can I visit during a mealtime to observe dining assistance and food quality?" "How do you handle medical emergencies, and what is your hospital transfer rate?" "Can I speak with family members of current residents about their experience?" These questions are particularly relevant given the facility's high staff turnover rate.
Is Ashland Place, Llc Safe?
Based on CMS inspection data, ASHLAND PLACE HEALTH AND REHABILITATION, LLC has a clean safety record: no substantiated abuse findings (meaning no confirmed cases of resident harm), no Immediate Jeopardy citations (the most serious violation level indicating risk of serious injury or death), and is not on the Special Focus Facility watch list (a federal program monitoring the lowest-performing 1% of nursing homes). The facility has a 3-star overall rating and ranks #1 of 100 nursing homes in Alabama. While no facility is perfect, families should still ask about staff-to-resident ratios and recent inspection results during their visit.
Do Nurses at Ashland Place, Llc Stick Around?
Staff turnover at ASHLAND PLACE HEALTH AND REHABILITATION, LLC is high. At 67%, the facility is 21 percentage points above the Alabama average of 46%. High turnover means new staff may not know residents' individual needs, medications, or preferences. It can also be disorienting for residents, especially those with dementia who rely on familiar faces. Families should ask: What is causing the turnover? What retention programs are in place? How do you ensure care continuity during staff transitions?
Was Ashland Place, Llc Ever Fined?
ASHLAND PLACE HEALTH AND REHABILITATION, LLC has no federal fines on record. CMS issues fines when nursing homes fail to meet care standards or don't correct problems found during inspections. The absence of fines suggests the facility has either maintained compliance or corrected any issues before penalties were assessed. This is a positive indicator, though families should still review recent inspection reports for the full picture.
Is Ashland Place, Llc on Any Federal Watch List?
ASHLAND PLACE HEALTH AND REHABILITATION, LLC is not on any federal watch list. The most significant is the Special Focus Facility (SFF) program, which identifies the bottom 1% of nursing homes nationally based on persistent, serious quality problems. Not being on this list means the facility has avoided the pattern of deficiencies that triggers enhanced federal oversight. This is a positive indicator, though families should still review the facility's inspection history directly.