OLD BROWNLEE COMMUNITY CARE CENTER
Inspected within the last 6 months. Data reflects current conditions.
The Old Brownlee Community Care Center in Bossier City, Louisiana, has received an excellent Trust Grade of A, indicating it is highly recommended and performs better than most facilities. It ranks #14 out of 264 in the state, placing it in the top half, and is the top facility among 9 in Bossier County. Unfortunately, the facility is experiencing a worsening trend, with reported issues increasing from 2 in 2024 to 5 in 2025. Staffing is a relative strength, with a 4 out of 5-star rating and a turnover rate of 40%, which is below the state average; however, RN coverage is average, meaning there may be some gaps in nursing oversight. Despite having no fines on record, which is a positive sign, there have been specific concerns noted by inspectors, such as failing to conduct a required safe smoking assessment for a resident with severe cognitive impairment and not ensuring that a resident had proper physician orders for bed rails, which could pose risks for those with physical limitations. Additionally, there was a serious lapse in addressing potential abuse, where a staff member accused of hitting a resident was not removed from duty during the investigation, raising concerns about resident safety. Overall, while there are commendable aspects of the facility, families should be aware of the recent issues and the need for improvement in certain areas.
- Trust Score
- A
- In Louisiana
- #14/264
- Safety Record
- Low Risk
- Inspections
- Getting Worse
- Staff Stability ○ Average
- 40% turnover. Near Louisiana's 48% average. Typical for the industry.
- Penalties ✓ Good
- No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most Louisiana facilities.
- Skilled Nurses ⚠ Watch
- Each resident gets only 17 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — below average for Louisiana. Fewer RN minutes means fewer trained eyes watching for problems.
- Violations ○ Average
- 8 deficiencies on record. Average for a facility this size. Mostly minor or procedural issues.
The Good
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4-Star Staffing Rating · Above-average nurse staffing levels
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5-Star Quality Measures · Strong clinical quality outcomes
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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 (40%)
8 points below Louisiana average of 48%
Facility shows strength in staffing levels, quality measures, fire safety.
The Bad
Near Louisiana avg (46%)
Typical for the industry
Part of a multi-facility chain
Ask about local staffing decisions and management
The Ugly 8 deficiencies on record
Jul 2025
4 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0658
(Tag F0658)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on record review, observation and interviews, the facility failed to provide services that met professional standards for 1 (#387) of 31 sampled residents. The facility failed to ensure safe med...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Infection Control
(Tag F0880)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, record review, and interview the facility failed to ensure an infection prevention and control program was maintained to help prevent the development and transmission of communic...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Accident Prevention
(Tag F0689)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on record review, observation and interviews, the facility failed to ensure the resident's environment remained free of ac...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0700
(Tag F0700)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on record review, observations and interviews, the facility failed to ensure a resident had a physician's order in place a...
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Apr 2025
1 deficiency
CONCERN
(D)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Infection Control
(Tag F0880)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on record review, observation, and interview, the facility failed to maintain an infection prevention and control program designed to provide a safe and sanitary environment to help prevent the ...
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Apr 2024
2 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Report Alleged Abuse
(Tag F0609)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on record reviews, policy reviews, and interviews, the facility failed to ensure an allegation of physical abuse was reported to the State Agency within the required timeframe for 1 (#1) of 5 (#...
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CONCERN
(E)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Investigate Abuse
(Tag F0610)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on record review and interviews, the facility failed to protect 5 (#1, #2, #3, #4, #5) of 5 sampled residents investigated for abuse from the potential of further abuse during the investigation ...
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Jul 2023
1 deficiency
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Unnecessary Medications
(Tag F0759)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observations, record reviews, and interviews the facility failed to maintain a medication error rate of less than 5% for 2 (#21, #48) residents out of 4 (#21, #48, #16, #70) residents observe...
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Understanding Severity Codes (click to expand)
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 Louisiana.
- • No major safety red flags. No abuse findings, life-threatening violations, or SFF status.
- • No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most Louisiana facilities.
- • 40% turnover. Below Louisiana's 48% average. Good staff retention means consistent care.
- • No significant concerns identified. This facility shows no red flags across CMS ratings, staff turnover, or federal penalties.
About This Facility
What is Old Brownlee Community's CMS Rating?
CMS assigns OLD BROWNLEE COMMUNITY CARE CENTER an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars, which is considered much above average nationally. Within Louisiana, 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 Old Brownlee Community Staffed?
CMS rates OLD BROWNLEE COMMUNITY CARE CENTER's staffing level at 4 out of 5 stars, which is above average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 40%, compared to the Louisiana average of 46%. This relatively stable workforce can support continuity of care.
What Have Inspectors Found at Old Brownlee Community?
State health inspectors documented 8 deficiencies at OLD BROWNLEE COMMUNITY CARE CENTER during 2023 to 2025. These included: 8 with potential for harm.
Who Owns and Operates Old Brownlee Community?
OLD BROWNLEE COMMUNITY CARE CENTER is owned by a non-profit organization. Non-profit facilities reinvest revenue into operations rather than distributing to shareholders. The facility is operated by COMMCARE CORPORATION, a chain that manages multiple nursing homes. With 89 certified beds and approximately 83 residents (about 93% occupancy), it is a smaller facility located in BOSSIER CITY, Louisiana.
How Does Old Brownlee Community Compare to Other Louisiana Nursing Homes?
Compared to the 100 nursing homes in Louisiana, OLD BROWNLEE COMMUNITY CARE CENTER's overall rating (5 stars) is above the state average of 2.4, staff turnover (40%) is near the state average of 46%, and health inspection rating (4 stars) is above the national benchmark.
What Should Families Ask When Visiting Old Brownlee Community?
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 Old Brownlee Community Safe?
Based on CMS inspection data, OLD BROWNLEE COMMUNITY CARE 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 Louisiana. While no facility is perfect, families should still ask about staff-to-resident ratios and recent inspection results during their visit.
Do Nurses at Old Brownlee Community Stick Around?
OLD BROWNLEE COMMUNITY CARE CENTER has a staff turnover rate of 40%, which is about average for Louisiana 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 Old Brownlee Community Ever Fined?
OLD BROWNLEE COMMUNITY CARE 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 Old Brownlee Community on Any Federal Watch List?
OLD BROWNLEE COMMUNITY CARE 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.