MIONA GERIATRIC & DEMENTIA CENTER
Within standard 12-15 month inspection cycle. Federal law requires annual inspections.
Miona Geriatric & Dementia Center in Ideal, Georgia, has an excellent Trust Grade of A, indicating a high level of care and reliability. It ranks #25 out of 353 facilities in Georgia, placing it in the top half, and is the best option among the three facilities in Macon County. The nursing home is new and has no trend data yet, but its staffing turnover rate is a solid 35%, which is better than the state average of 47%. There have been no fines reported, which is a positive sign, and while they have average RN coverage, this can still be beneficial for resident care. However, the facility was noted for one concern related to potential harm, although no specifics were provided. Overall, Miona appears to offer strong care with some minor areas for improvement.
- Trust Score
- A
- In Georgia
- #25/353
- Safety Record
- Low Risk
- Inspections
- Too New
- Staff Stability ○ Average
- 35% turnover. Near Georgia's 48% average. Typical for the industry.
- Penalties ✓ Good
- No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most Georgia facilities.
- Skilled Nurses ○ Average
- Each resident gets 33 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — about average for Georgia. RNs are the most trained staff who monitor for health changes.
- Violations ✓ Good
- Only 1 deficiencies on record. Cleaner than most facilities. Minor issues only.
The Good
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Full Sprinkler Coverage · Fire safety systems throughout facility
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No fines on record
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Staff turnover below average (35%)
13 points below Georgia average of 48%
Facility shows strength in fire safety.
The Bad
11pts below Georgia avg (46%)
Typical for the industry
The Ugly 1 deficiencies on record
Mar 2025
1 deficiency
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Food Safety
(Tag F0812)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Deficiency Text Not Available
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Questions to Ask on Your Visit
- "Can I speak with families of current residents?"
- "What's your RN coverage like on weekends and overnight?"
Our Honest Assessment
- • Grade A (90/100). Above average facility, better than most options in Georgia.
- • No major safety red flags. No abuse findings, life-threatening violations, or SFF status.
- • No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most Georgia facilities.
- • Only 1 deficiencies on record. Cleaner than most facilities. Minor issues only.
- • No significant concerns identified. This facility shows no red flags across CMS ratings, staff turnover, or federal penalties.
About This Facility
What is Miona Geriatric & Dementia Center's CMS Rating?
CMS assigns MIONA GERIATRIC & DEMENTIA CENTER an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars, which is considered much above average nationally. Within Georgia, this rating places the facility higher than 99% of the state's 100 nursing homes. This rating reflects solid performance across the metrics CMS uses to evaluate nursing home quality.
How is Miona Geriatric & Dementia Center Staffed?
CMS rates MIONA GERIATRIC & DEMENTIA CENTER's staffing level at 3 out of 5 stars, which is average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 35%, compared to the Georgia average of 46%. This relatively stable workforce can support continuity of care.
What Have Inspectors Found at Miona Geriatric & Dementia Center?
State health inspectors documented 1 deficiencies at MIONA GERIATRIC & DEMENTIA CENTER during 2025. These included: 1 with potential for harm.
Who Owns and Operates Miona Geriatric & Dementia Center?
MIONA GERIATRIC & DEMENTIA CENTER is owned by a for-profit company. For-profit facilities operate as businesses with obligations to shareholders or private owners. The facility operates independently rather than as part of a larger chain. With 88 certified beds and approximately 75 residents (about 85% occupancy), it is a smaller facility located in IDEAL, Georgia.
How Does Miona Geriatric & Dementia Center Compare to Other Georgia Nursing Homes?
Compared to the 100 nursing homes in Georgia, MIONA GERIATRIC & DEMENTIA CENTER's overall rating (5 stars) is above the state average of 2.6, staff turnover (35%) is significantly lower than the state average of 46%, and health inspection rating (5 stars) is much above the national benchmark.
What Should Families Ask When Visiting Miona Geriatric & Dementia Center?
Based on this facility's data, families visiting should ask: "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?"
Is Miona Geriatric & Dementia Center Safe?
Based on CMS inspection data, MIONA GERIATRIC & DEMENTIA CENTER 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 5-star overall rating and ranks #1 of 100 nursing homes in Georgia. While no facility is perfect, families should still ask about staff-to-resident ratios and recent inspection results during their visit.
Do Nurses at Miona Geriatric & Dementia Center Stick Around?
MIONA GERIATRIC & DEMENTIA CENTER has a staff turnover rate of 35%, which is about average for Georgia nursing homes (state average: 46%). Moderate turnover is common in nursing homes, but families should still ask about staff tenure and how the facility maintains care continuity when employees leave.
Was Miona Geriatric & Dementia Center Ever Fined?
MIONA GERIATRIC & DEMENTIA CENTER 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 Miona Geriatric & Dementia Center on Any Federal Watch List?
MIONA GERIATRIC & DEMENTIA CENTER 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.