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HomeSouth CarolinaForest Acres Post Acute

Forest Acres Post Acute

2601 Forest Drive, Columbia, SC 292048032564983WebsiteGoogle Maps
4.3on Google(126 reviews)
1/5Much Below Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System

CMS data snapshot: July 2026

Health
2/5
Staffing
1/5
Quality
4/5
Beds
132
certified
1 fine(s) totaling $82,018

How Forest Acres Post Acute Compares in South Carolina

Facility results compared with averages for CMS-certified nursing homes in South Carolina. Ratings, staffing and turnover measure different parts of care and should be reviewed together.

CMS overall rating
1/5
SC average
3.0/5
Below state average
Health inspection rating
2/5
SC average
2.9/5
Below state average
Staffing rating
1/5
SC average
3.0/5
Below state average
Nursing hours per resident
2.88 hrs/day
SC average
3.83 hrs/day
Below state average
RN hours per resident
0.17 hrs/day
SC average
0.63 hrs/day
Below state average
Staff turnover
64.9%
SC average
45.9%
Higher than state average

Comparisons use the matching CMS state averages without a proprietary combined score. Review the comparison methodology.

What the Data Highlights

Its 1/5 overall CMS rating is below the South Carolina average of 3.0/5.
Its 2/5 health inspection rating is below the South Carolina average of 2.9/5.
Reported nursing time is 2.88 hours per resident per day, below the state average of 3.83.
Reported RN time is 0.17 hours per resident per day, below the state average of 0.63.

Health Inspection Trend

A side-by-side view of the two CMS inspection cycles included in the current dataset.

Previous cycle
9
deficiency citations
Inspected Feb 15, 2024
Most recent cycle
1
deficiency citation
Inspected May 15, 2025
The most recent cycle recorded 8 fewer deficiency citations than the previous cycle.

Citation counts alone do not show severity. Review the inspection details below for scope, severity and correction status.

Cost & Demographics

Semi-Private Room
$7,604/mo
South Carolina median
Private Room
$8,122/mo
South Carolina median
Richland County 65+
55,763
13.4% of county
County Population
416,161
Richland County

Cost data: Genworth/CareScout Cost of Care Survey (2024). Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2022).

Swipe tabs for staffing, quality and ownership.

Forest Acres Post Acute is a 1-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Columbia, South Carolina with 132 certified beds. It has been operating since 1972. Its overall CMS rating is 1 out of 5.

Beds
132
Avg Residents/Day
125
Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Feb 28, 1972
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Resident
County
Richland
Last Inspection
May 15, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
1
Weighted Score
53.8
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (10)

F0644Potential for Harm

Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.

Survey: May 15, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0600Immediate Jeopardy

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

Survey: Feb 15, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0804Potential for Harm

Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.

Survey: Feb 15, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0881Potential for Harm

Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.

Survey: Feb 15, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0761Potential for Harm

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.

Survey: Feb 15, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0641Potential for Harm

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

Survey: Feb 15, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0758Potential for Harm

Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.

Survey: Feb 15, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0759Potential for Harm

Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

Survey: Feb 15, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0812Potential for Harm

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Survey: Feb 15, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Feb 15, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
Total Fines
$82,018
Number of Fines
1
Payment Denials
1
Total Penalties
2

Penalty History

FineFeb 15, 2024
$82,018
Payment DenialFeb 15, 2024
24 days denied

Staffing hours per resident per day. The black line shows the national average.

Nurse Aide1.71 hrs
National avg: 2.32 hrs
LPN1.00 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN0.17 hrs
National avg: 0.69 hrs
Total Nursing2.88 hrs
National avg: 3.86 hrs
Weekend Total2.67 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.06 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
64.9%
RN Turnover
84.6%
Administrators Left
2

Quality measures as percentages of residents. Lower is better for all measures.

Ownership Type
For profit - Limited Liability company
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (13)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
SC MASTER TENANT, LLC5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganization100%Aug 9, 2023
PROVIDENCE GROUP NH, LLC5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganization100%Aug 9, 2023
TRUIST BANK5% OR GREATER SECURITY INTERESTOrganizationN/ADec 7, 2023
APT, FREDERICKOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AJan 1, 2024
HAWS, CADENOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AAug 23, 2024
HUNT, LEONOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AJan 9, 2024
JERGENSEN, JOSHUAOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AJan 1, 2024
MITCHELL, JOHNOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AJan 1, 2024
NICKERSON, LATASHAOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AJan 9, 2024
PROVIDENCE ADMINISTRATIVE CONSULTING SERVICES INCADP OF THE SNFOrganizationN/AJan 9, 2024
PROVIDENCE GROUP INCADP OF THE SNFOrganizationN/AMar 24, 2025
HAWS, CADENADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/AMar 24, 2025
HUNT, LEONADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/AMar 24, 2025

Compare Nearby Nursing Homes

Compare CMS ratings and recorded fines for Forest Acres Post Acute and nearby alternatives.

All South Carolina facilities
Forest Acres Post Acute
Columbia, SCCurrent facility
CMS
1/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
1/5
Recorded fines: $82,018
PruittHealth- Columbia
Columbia, SC1,056 ft
CMS
1/5
Health
1/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: $48,523
Midlands Health & Rehabilitation Center
Columbia, SC4,224 ft
CMS
2/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
1/5
Recorded fines: $51,803
White Oak Manor - Columbia
Columbia, SC1.3 mi
CMS
4/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: $8,788
C M Tucker Jr Nursing Care Center Fewell and Stone
Columbia, SC1.3 miAbuse flag
CMS
2/5
Health
1/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: $244,929
C M Tucker Jr Nursing Care Center Roddey Pavilio
Columbia, SC1.3 mi
CMS
2/5
Health
1/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: $59,779
Still Hopes Episcopal Retirement Community
West Columbia, SC3.7 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
5/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: None
FacilityDistanceCMSHealthStaffingRecorded fines
Forest Acres Post Acute
Columbia, SC · Current facility
—1/52/51/5$82,018
PruittHealth- Columbia
Columbia, SC
1,056 ft1/51/54/5$48,523
Midlands Health & Rehabilitation Center
Columbia, SC
4,224 ft2/52/51/5$51,803
White Oak Manor - Columbia
Columbia, SC
1.3 mi4/53/54/5$8,788
C M Tucker Jr Nursing Care Center Fewell and Stone
Columbia, SC
1.3 mi2/51/54/5$244,929
C M Tucker Jr Nursing Care Center Roddey Pavilio
Columbia, SC
1.3 mi2/51/55/5$59,779
Still Hopes Episcopal Retirement Community
West Columbia, SC
3.7 mi5/55/54/5None recorded

Distance is approximate. Ratings and enforcement data use the current CMS snapshot; recorded fines are not a complete measure of care quality. How nearby facilities are selected.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CMS rating for Forest Acres Post Acute?▾
Forest Acres Post Acute has an overall CMS rating of 1 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 2/5, staffing rating of 1/5, and quality measures rating of 4/5. This facility is rated below average.
How much does Forest Acres Post Acute cost per month?▾
While individual facility pricing is not publicly available, the median nursing home cost in South Carolina is $7,604/month for a semi-private room and $8,122/month for a private room (Genworth/CareScout 2024). Forest Acres Post Acute participates in Medicare and Medicaid, which may cover some or all costs depending on eligibility.
Has Forest Acres Post Acute had any health inspection violations?▾
Forest Acres Post Acute had 1 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (May 15, 2025). The current CMS dataset records 1 fine(s) totaling $82,018.
What are the staffing levels at Forest Acres Post Acute?▾
Forest Acres Post Acute provides 2.88 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 0.17 RN hours, 1.00 LPN hours, and 1.71 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 64.9%.
How many beds does Forest Acres Post Acute have?▾
Forest Acres Post Acute has 132 certified beds with an average of 125 residents per day, resulting in approximately 95% occupancy. The facility is For profit - Limited Liability company owned and is part of the Pacs Group chain.
Are there other nursing homes near Forest Acres Post Acute?▾
Yes. This page lists 6 nearby nursing homes in South Carolina, including 5 in Columbia. Compare their CMS ratings, staffing, inspections and fines before choosing a facility.
What do patients and families say about Forest Acres Post Acute?▾
On Google Maps, Forest Acres Post Acute has a rating of 4.3 out of 5 based on 126 reviews. This is an independent rating from visitors and families, separate from the official CMS government rating of 1/5.

Part of Pacs Group

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