CENTER ON AGING AND HEALTH
Over 2 years since last inspection. Current conditions may differ from available data.
The Center on Aging and Health in Erwin, Tennessee has a Trust Grade of B+, which indicates it is recommended and performs above average compared to other facilities. It ranks #56 out of 298 in the state, placing it in the top half, and is the best option out of three facilities in Unicoi County. The facility is improving, with the number of concerns decreasing from two in 2023 to one in 2025, and it has not faced any fines, which is a positive sign. Staffing is average with a turnover rate of 35%, better than the state average of 48%, but the facility has had some issues, such as failing to develop a care plan for a resident with a history of falls and not referring another resident for a necessary mental health assessment after a new diagnosis was made. Overall, while the home shows promise with its strong trust grade and improving trend, families should be aware of the specific care planning lapses that could impact resident well-being.
- Trust Score
- B+
- In Tennessee
- #56/298
- Safety Record
- Low Risk
- Inspections
- Getting Better
- Staff Stability ○ Average
- 35% turnover. Near Tennessee's 48% average. Typical for the industry.
- Penalties ✓ Good
- No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most Tennessee facilities.
- Skilled Nurses ○ Average
- Each resident gets 35 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — about average for Tennessee. RNs are the most trained staff who monitor for health changes.
- Violations ○ Average
- 6 deficiencies on record. Average for a facility this size. Mostly minor or procedural issues.
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 Tennessee average of 48%
Facility shows strength in fire safety.
The Bad
11pts below Tennessee avg (46%)
Typical for the industry
The Ugly 6 deficiencies on record
Jun 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
Comprehensive Care Plan
(Tag F0656)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on facility policy review, medical record review, and interview, the facility failed to develop a care plan for falls for ...
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Aug 2023
2 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
PASARR Coordination
(Tag F0644)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on medical record review and interview, the facility failed to make a referral to the State-designated authority for a Lev...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Comprehensive Care Plan
(Tag F0656)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on facility policy review, medical record review and interview, the facility failed to develop a care plan addressing Hosp...
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Nov 2019
2 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Comprehensive Care Plan
(Tag F0656)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on review of facility policy, medical record review, review of fall investigation documentation, observation, and intervie...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Accident Prevention
(Tag F0689)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on review of facility policy, medical record review, review of fall investigation documentation, observation, and intervie...
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Sept 2018
1 deficiency
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0710
(Tag F0710)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on medical record review, observation, and interview the facility failed to ensure a resident's care was supervised by a P...
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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 B+ (80/100). Above average facility, better than most options in Tennessee.
- • No major safety red flags. No abuse findings, life-threatening violations, or SFF status.
- • No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most Tennessee facilities.
- • 35% turnover. Below Tennessee'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 Center On Aging And Health's CMS Rating?
CMS assigns CENTER ON AGING AND HEALTH an overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars, which is considered above average nationally. Within Tennessee, 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 Center On Aging And Health Staffed?
CMS rates CENTER ON AGING AND HEALTH's staffing level at 3 out of 5 stars, which is average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 35%, compared to the Tennessee average of 46%. This relatively stable workforce can support continuity of care.
What Have Inspectors Found at Center On Aging And Health?
State health inspectors documented 6 deficiencies at CENTER ON AGING AND HEALTH during 2018 to 2025. These included: 6 with potential for harm.
Who Owns and Operates Center On Aging And Health?
CENTER ON AGING AND HEALTH 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 120 certified beds and approximately 67 residents (about 56% occupancy), it is a mid-sized facility located in ERWIN, Tennessee.
How Does Center On Aging And Health Compare to Other Tennessee Nursing Homes?
Compared to the 100 nursing homes in Tennessee, CENTER ON AGING AND HEALTH's overall rating (4 stars) is above the state average of 2.8, staff turnover (35%) is significantly lower than the state average of 46%, and health inspection rating (4 stars) is above the national benchmark.
What Should Families Ask When Visiting Center On Aging And Health?
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 Center On Aging And Health Safe?
Based on CMS inspection data, CENTER ON AGING AND HEALTH 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 4-star overall rating and ranks #1 of 100 nursing homes in Tennessee. While no facility is perfect, families should still ask about staff-to-resident ratios and recent inspection results during their visit.
Do Nurses at Center On Aging And Health Stick Around?
CENTER ON AGING AND HEALTH has a staff turnover rate of 35%, which is about average for Tennessee 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 Center On Aging And Health Ever Fined?
CENTER ON AGING AND HEALTH 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 Center On Aging And Health on Any Federal Watch List?
CENTER ON AGING AND HEALTH 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.