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HomeTennesseeGenerations Center of Spencer

Generations Center of Spencer

87 Generations Drive, Spencer, TN 385859319467768WebsiteGoogle Maps
4.5on Google(36 reviews)
3/5Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System

CMS data snapshot: July 2026

Health
3/5
Staffing
2/5
Quality
2/5
Beds
70
certified

How Generations Center of Spencer Compares in Tennessee

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

CMS overall rating
3/5
TN average
3.0/5
Close to state average
Health inspection rating
3/5
TN average
2.9/5
Close to state average
Staffing rating
2/5
TN average
2.4/5
Below state average
Nursing hours per resident
3.67 hrs/day
TN average
3.80 hrs/day
Close to state average
RN hours per resident
0.46 hrs/day
TN average
0.60 hrs/day
Below state average
Staff turnover
38.9%
TN average
48.9%
Lower than state average

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

What the Data Highlights

Reported RN time is 0.46 hours per resident per day, below the state average of 0.60.
Staff turnover is 38.9%, lower than the Tennessee average of 48.9%.

Health Inspection Trend

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

Previous cycle
5
deficiency citations
Inspected Oct 23, 2024
Most recent cycle
4
deficiency citations
Inspected May 15, 2026
The most recent cycle recorded 1 fewer deficiency citation 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
$7,452/mo
Tennessee median
Private Room
$8,365/mo
Tennessee median
Van Buren County 65+
1,482
24.0% of county
County Population
6,182
Van Buren County

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

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Generations Center of Spencer is a 3-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Spencer, Tennessee with 70 certified beds. It has been operating since 1997. Its overall CMS rating is 3 out of 5.

Beds
70
Avg Residents/Day
66.5
Ownership
Non profit - Corporation
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Jan 23, 1997
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Resident
County
Van Buren
Last Inspection
May 15, 2026
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
4
Weighted Score
33.0
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (9)

F0609Potential for Harm

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

Survey: May 15, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0600Potential for Harm

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

Survey: May 15, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0610Potential for Harm

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

Survey: May 15, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0759Potential for Harm

Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

Survey: May 15, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0814Potential for Harm

Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.

Survey: Oct 23, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0689Potential for Harm

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Survey: Oct 23, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0656Potential for Harm

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

Survey: Oct 23, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0657Potential for Harm

Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

Survey: Oct 23, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0842Potential for Harm

Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

Survey: Oct 23, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
Total Fines
$0
Number of Fines
0
Payment Denials
0
Total Penalties
0

No penalties on record.

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

Nurse Aide2.36 hrs
National avg: 2.32 hrs
LPN0.86 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN0.46 hrs
National avg: 0.69 hrs
Total Nursing3.67 hrs
National avg: 3.86 hrs
Weekend Total2.84 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.02 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
38.9%
RN Turnover
25.0%
Administrators Left
0

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

Ownership Type
Non profit - Corporation
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (18)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
GAITHER, PATRICIAMANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODYIndividualN/AJul 18, 2003
CAMPBELL, JAMESCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AJul 18, 2003
CAMPBELL, KATHRYNCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AJan 23, 2017
GAITHER, DAVIDCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AJul 18, 2003
GAITHER, PATRICIACORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AJul 18, 2003
CAMPBELL, KATHRYNCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AJan 23, 2017
GAITHER, PATRICIACORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AJul 18, 2003
GENERATIONS HEALTH ASSOCIATION, INCOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLOrganizationN/AFeb 26, 1997
CAMPBELL, KATHRYNOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AJan 23, 2017
DIBRELL, FREDRICKOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AJul 17, 2010
GAITHER, BUFFYOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AJun 1, 2007
GAITHER, PATRICIAOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AJul 18, 2003
SAPP, ROBERTOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AJul 17, 2010
CAMPBELL, KATHRYNADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/AJan 23, 2017
DIBRELL, FREDRICKADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/AJul 14, 2010
GAITHER, BUFFYADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/AJun 1, 2007
GAITHER, PATRICIAADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/AJul 18, 2003
SAPP, ROBERTADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/AJul 14, 2010

Compare Nearby Nursing Homes

Compare CMS ratings and recorded fines for Generations Center of Spencer and nearby alternatives.

All Tennessee facilities
Generations Center of Spencer
Spencer, TNCurrent facility
CMS
3/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: None
Nhc Healthcare, Sparta
Sparta, TN12.0 mi
CMS
3/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: None
Life Care Center of Sparta
Sparta, TN13.9 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
5/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: None
Willow Branch Health and Rehabilitation
Mcminnville, TN16.7 mi
CMS
2/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
1/5
Recorded fines: None
Bledsoe County Nursing Home
Pikeville, TN17.8 mi
CMS
N/A
Health
N/A
Staffing
N/A
Recorded fines: None
Nhc Healthcare, Mcminnville
Mcminnville, TN18.1 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: None
Wharton Nursing Home
Pleasant Hill, TN21.5 mi
CMS
1/5
Health
1/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: $69,885
FacilityDistanceCMSHealthStaffingRecorded fines
Generations Center of Spencer
Spencer, TN · Current facility
—3/53/52/5None recorded
Nhc Healthcare, Sparta
Sparta, TN
12.0 mi3/53/54/5None recorded
Life Care Center of Sparta
Sparta, TN
13.9 mi5/55/52/5None recorded
Willow Branch Health and Rehabilitation
Mcminnville, TN
16.7 mi2/53/51/5None recorded
Bledsoe County Nursing Home
Pikeville, TN
17.8 miN/AN/AN/ANone recorded
Nhc Healthcare, Mcminnville
Mcminnville, TN
18.1 mi5/54/52/5None recorded
Wharton Nursing Home
Pleasant Hill, TN
21.5 mi1/51/52/5$69,885

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 Generations Center of Spencer?▾
Generations Center of Spencer has an overall CMS rating of 3 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 3/5, staffing rating of 2/5, and quality measures rating of 2/5. This facility is rated average.
How much does Generations Center of Spencer cost per month?▾
While individual facility pricing is not publicly available, the median nursing home cost in Tennessee is $7,452/month for a semi-private room and $8,365/month for a private room (Genworth/CareScout 2024). Generations Center of Spencer participates in Medicare and Medicaid, which may cover some or all costs depending on eligibility.
Has Generations Center of Spencer had any health inspection violations?▾
Generations Center of Spencer had 4 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (May 15, 2026). The current CMS dataset records no fines for this facility.
What are the staffing levels at Generations Center of Spencer?▾
Generations Center of Spencer provides 3.67 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 0.46 RN hours, 0.86 LPN hours, and 2.36 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 38.9%.
How many beds does Generations Center of Spencer have?▾
Generations Center of Spencer has 70 certified beds with an average of 66.5 residents per day, resulting in approximately 95% occupancy. The facility is Non profit - Corporation owned.
Are there other nursing homes near Generations Center of Spencer?▾
Yes. This page lists 6 nearby nursing homes in Tennessee. Compare their CMS ratings, staffing, inspections and fines before choosing a facility.
What do patients and families say about Generations Center of Spencer?▾
On Google Maps, Generations Center of Spencer has a rating of 4.5 out of 5 based on 36 reviews. This is an independent rating from visitors and families, separate from the official CMS government rating of 3/5.