Quick answers
- Where is Early Memorial Nursing Facility?
- 11740 Columbia Street, Blakely, GA 39823, in Early County, Georgia.
- What is the phone number of Early Memorial Nursing Facility?
- (229) 723-3796, as listed by Medicare (CMS).
- What is the Medicare star rating of Early Memorial Nursing Facility?
- Medicare overall rating: 3 out of 5 stars (CMS data updated 2026-10-01).
- Has Early Memorial Nursing Facility been fined?
- Medicare lists no fines for Early Memorial Nursing Facility.
- What did inspectors find at Early Memorial Nursing Facility?
- In its last three inspection cycles (November 4, 2022 to December 11, 2025), Medicare lists 14 health citations; the most serious was level F. See the list below (CMS data updated 2026-10-01).
Medicare ratings, explained
Star ratings are one piece of information. Visit, ask questions and talk with your doctor about what matters for your care.
Inspections, fines and staffing
In its last three inspection cycles (November 4, 2022 to December 11, 2025), Early Memorial Nursing Facility had 14 health citations; the most serious was level F (no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm). Medicare lists no fines or payment denials for it in the last three years. Nurse staffing is 4.33 hours per resident per day; the Georgia average is 3.61 and the national average is 3.90.
Source: Medicare (CMS) Provider Data Catalog, data updated October 1, 2026, retrieved November 13, 2026.
Inspection history: last three cycles
State inspectors visit about once a year and also investigate complaints. Each citation (deficiency) has a tag number and a letter, A to L. The letter shows how serious the problem was and how many residents it affected.
What the letters A to L mean
| Seriousness | Isolated (a few residents) | Pattern (some) | Widespread (many) |
|---|---|---|---|
| No actual harm, potential for minimal harm | A | B | C |
| No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | D | E | F |
| Actual harm to residents | G | H | I |
| Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety | J | K | L |
Source: the scope and severity grid Medicare (CMS) uses for nursing home citations.
Most recent cycle: December 11, 2025 — 5 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: December 11, 2025 (standard health inspection).
Show 5 citations (levels A to F, no actual harm)
F0812 Level F
“Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.”
F0908 Level F
“Keep all essential equipment working safely.”
F0584 Level D
“Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.”
F0656 Level D
“Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.”
F0689 Level D
“Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.”
Previous cycle: August 7, 2024 — 5 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: August 7, 2024 (standard health inspection); July 16, 2025 (complaint investigation).
Show 5 citations (levels A to F, no actual harm)
F0600 Level D
“Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.”
F0609 Level D
“Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.”
F0684 Level D
“Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.”
F0761 Level D
“Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.”
F0582 Level D
“Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.”
Earlier cycle: November 4, 2022 — 4 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: November 4, 2022 (standard health inspection); August 7, 2024 (complaint investigation).
Show 4 citations (levels A to F, no actual harm)
F0801 Level F
“Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician.”
F0570 Level D
“Assure the security of all personal funds of residents deposited with the facility.”
F0584 Level D
“Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.”
F0837 Level D
“Establish a governing body that is legally responsible for establishing and implementing policies for managing and operating the facility and appoints a properly licensed administrator responsible for managing the facility.”
Citation descriptions are Medicare’s official wording. “From a complaint” means the citation came from a complaint investigation instead of the regular yearly inspection.
Full inspection reports on Medicare Care Compare →
Fire safety citations (3)
K0211 Level D
“Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.”
K0353 Level D
“Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.”
K0751 Level D
“Have restrictions on the use of flammable curtains.”
Staffing
Hours of nursing care per resident per day, from the payroll records nursing homes send to Medicare, next to the state and national averages.
| Measure | This home | Georgia | National |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered nurse (RN) hours per resident per day | 0.55 | 0.50 | 0.69 |
| Licensed practical nurse (LPN) hours per resident per day | 1.28 | 0.94 | 0.86 |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day | 2.50 | 2.17 | 2.35 |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day | 4.33 | 3.61 | 3.90 |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day on the weekend | 3.59 | 3.12 | 3.43 |
| RN hours per resident per day on the weekend | 0.23 | 0.35 | 0.48 |
| Nursing staff turnover (per year) | 33.3% | 46.8% | 45.3% |
| RN turnover (per year) | 20.0% | 46.1% | 42.5% |
| Administrators who left in the last year | 1.0 | 0.6 | 0.5 |
Source: Medicare (CMS) Provider Information and State US Averages, data updated October 1, 2026.
Owners and operator
Legal business name: Lifebrite Hospital Group of Early LLC.
Owners and managers Medicare lists (1)
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| Echp, Inc. | Direct owner | 100% | February 1, 2023 |
Source: Medicare (CMS) Ownership file, data updated October 1, 2026. Only owners with an ownership interest and management companies are shown.
Compare with other nursing homes
Key facts
| Type | Nursing home |
|---|---|
| Certified beds | 127 |
| Average residents per day | 83 |
| Takes part in | Medicare and Medicaid |
| Ownership | For profit – limited liability company |
| Legal business name | Lifebrite Hospital Group of Early LLC |
| First approved by Medicare/Medicaid | 1979-10-01 |
| Located inside a hospital | Yes |
| Resident and family councils | Resident council |
| Sprinklers in all required areas | Yes |
| Changed ownership in the last 12 months | No |
| Address | 11740 Columbia Street, Blakely, GA 39823 |
| County | Early County |
| State | Georgia |
| Phone | (229) 723‑3796 |
| CMS Certification Number | 115271 |
| Corrections | Report an error or suggest an update → |
What to ask when you call or visit
A general checklist for any nursing home, not advice about this one. Medicare also publishes guides on medicare.gov.
- Is the home certified by Medicare and/or Medicaid, and does it have a bed for the care you need (short-term rehab or long-term care)?
- Can you see the latest state inspection report? Ask how any problems found were fixed.
- How many nurses and aides work on each shift, at night and on weekends? Is there a registered nurse on site at all times?
- Which doctors see residents, and how often? What happens in a medical emergency, and which hospital is used?
- What therapy (physical, occupational, speech) is offered, and how many days a week?
- Are residents clean, dressed and taking part in activities? Do staff speak to them kindly and answer call lights quickly?
- What do the daily rate and extra services cost, and what do Medicare, Medicaid or your insurance pay? Ask for it in writing.
- Is there a resident council and a family council? How are complaints handled? Ask for the long-term care ombudsman’s contact.
- Are meals appetizing, and can the home meet special diets, language needs and religious or cultural preferences?
- Visit more than once, including at a mealtime or in the evening, without an appointment.
Other nursing homes nearby
By straight-line distance (not driving distance).
- The Reserve at Fort Gaines of Journey LLC17 mi · Fort Gaines, GA · 3 of 5 stars
- Calhoun Nursing Home17 mi · Edison, GA · 5 of 5 stars
- Miller Nursing Home19 mi · Colquitt, GA · 5 of 5 stars
- Henry County Health and Rehabilitation Facility22 mi · Abbeville, AL · 4 of 5 stars
- Seminole Manor Nursing Home23 mi · Donalsonville, GA · 3 of 5 stars
Nearest hospital emergency rooms
- Lifebrite Community Hospital of Early0.0 mi · Blakely, GA · Critical Access Hospital
- Miller County Hospital19 mi · Colquitt, GA · Critical Access Hospital
- Southeast Health Medical Center27 mi · Dothan, AL · Acute Care Hospital
Sources
- Provider Information — Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Medicare Care Compare — official Medicare profile of this provider
- Health Deficiencies — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Fire Safety Deficiencies — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Penalties — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Ownership — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- State US Averages — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Survey Summary — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Citation Code Look-up — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Inspection Dates — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13