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HomeKentuckyLife Care Center of La Center

Life Care Center of La Center

252 W. 5th Street, La Center, KY 420562706655681WebsiteGoogle Maps
4.9on Google(47 reviews)
5/5Much Above Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System

CMS data snapshot: July 2026

Health
5/5
Staffing
4/5
Quality
5/5
Beds
70
certified

How Life Care Center of La Center Compares in Kentucky

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

CMS overall rating
5/5
KY average
3.0/5
Above state average
Health inspection rating
5/5
KY average
3.0/5
Above state average
Staffing rating
4/5
KY average
2.7/5
Above state average
Nursing hours per resident
3.57 hrs/day
KY average
3.93 hrs/day
Below state average
RN hours per resident
0.68 hrs/day
KY average
0.78 hrs/day
Below state average
Staff turnover
25.9%
KY average
46.4%
Lower than state average

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

What the Data Highlights

Its 5/5 overall CMS rating is above the Kentucky average of 3.0/5.
Its 5/5 health inspection rating is above the Kentucky average of 3.0/5.
Reported nursing time is 3.57 hours per resident per day, below the state average of 3.93.
Reported RN time is 0.68 hours per resident per day, below the state average of 0.78.

Health Inspection Trend

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

Previous cycle
0
deficiency citations
Inspected Nov 14, 2024
Most recent cycle
0
deficiency citations
Inspected Feb 19, 2026
The two inspection cycles recorded the same number of deficiency citations.

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

Cost & Demographics

Semi-Private Room
$8,365/mo
Kentucky median
Private Room
$9,277/mo
Kentucky median
Ballard County 65+
1,724
22.3% of county
County Population
7,742
Ballard County

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

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Life Care Center of La Center is a 5-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in La Center, Kentucky with 70 certified beds. It has been operating since 1992. Its overall CMS rating is 5 out of 5.

Beds
70
Avg Residents/Day
61.4
Ownership
For profit - Corporation
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Feb 1, 1992
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Resident
County
Ballard
Last Inspection
Feb 19, 2026
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
0
Weighted Score
0.0
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (3)

F0625Potential for Harm

Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.

Survey: Dec 18, 2019Corrected: NoCycle: 3
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: Dec 18, 2019Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0679Potential for Harm

Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.

Survey: Dec 18, 2019Corrected: NoCycle: 3
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 Aide2.15 hrs
National avg: 2.32 hrs
LPN0.74 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN0.68 hrs
National avg: 0.69 hrs
Total Nursing3.57 hrs
National avg: 3.86 hrs
Weekend Total3.08 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.08 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
25.9%
RN Turnover
12.5%
Administrators Left
0

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

Ownership Type
For profit - Corporation
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (21)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
ATKINS, GINGERMANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODYIndividualN/ANov 1, 2005
PLUMLEY, LYNNMANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODYIndividualN/ASep 26, 2019
SOLOMON, JENNIFERMANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODYIndividualN/AFeb 3, 1997
CROSS, CINDYCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AJun 1, 2016
HENRY, TERRYCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AJun 1, 2016
THURMOND, JOANCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AJun 1, 2016
LIFE CARE CENTERS OF AMERICA, INC.OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLOrganizationN/AAug 24, 2015
ATKINS, GINGEROPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/ANov 1, 2005
BUTLER, DANNYOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AMay 1, 2019
FLETCHER, TODDOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AMay 1, 2021
LAY, LISAOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AApr 24, 2017
PLUMLEY, LYNNOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/ASep 26, 2019
PRESTON, AUBREYOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/ANov 27, 2024
PRESTON, FORRESTOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AAug 24, 2015
SOLOMON, JENNIFEROPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AFeb 3, 1997
SWANKER, RICHARDOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AJan 1, 2022
ZIEGLER, JAMESOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AAug 24, 2015
LIFE CARE CENTERS OF AMERICA, INC.ADP OF THE SNFOrganizationN/AOct 10, 2003
ATKINS, GINGERADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/AMar 7, 2025
BUTLER, DANNYADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/AMar 7, 2025
PRESTON, FORRESTADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/AOct 10, 2003

Compare Nearby Nursing Homes

Compare CMS ratings and recorded fines for Life Care Center of La Center and nearby alternatives.

All Kentucky facilities
Life Care Center of La Center
La Center, KYCurrent facility
CMS
5/5
Health
5/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: None
Countryside Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing
Bardwell, KY13.7 mi
CMS
4/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: None
Providence Pointe Healthcare
Paducah, KY14.2 mi
CMS
4/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: None
Stonecreek Health and Rehabilitation
Paducah, KY17.6 mi
CMS
2/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: None
River Haven Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
Paducah, KY18.5 mi
CMS
1/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: $1,398
Parkview Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
Paducah, KY18.6 mi
CMS
4/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: $5,519
Clinton Place
Clinton, KY28.5 mi
CMS
3/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: $8,512
FacilityDistanceCMSHealthStaffingRecorded fines
Life Care Center of La Center
La Center, KY · Current facility
—5/55/54/5None recorded
Countryside Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing
Bardwell, KY
13.7 mi4/54/52/5None recorded
Providence Pointe Healthcare
Paducah, KY
14.2 mi4/54/53/5None recorded
Stonecreek Health and Rehabilitation
Paducah, KY
17.6 mi2/52/52/5None recorded
River Haven Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
Paducah, KY
18.5 mi1/52/52/5$1,398
Parkview Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
Paducah, KY
18.6 mi4/53/53/5$5,519
Clinton Place
Clinton, KY
28.5 mi3/53/52/5$8,512

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 Life Care Center of La Center?▾
Life Care Center of La Center has an overall CMS rating of 5 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 5/5, staffing rating of 4/5, and quality measures rating of 5/5. This facility is rated above average.
How much does Life Care Center of La Center cost per month?▾
While individual facility pricing is not publicly available, the median nursing home cost in Kentucky is $8,365/month for a semi-private room and $9,277/month for a private room (Genworth/CareScout 2024). Life Care Center of La Center participates in Medicare and Medicaid, which may cover some or all costs depending on eligibility.
Has Life Care Center of La Center had any health inspection violations?▾
Life Care Center of La Center had 0 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Feb 19, 2026). The current CMS dataset records no fines for this facility.
What are the staffing levels at Life Care Center of La Center?▾
Life Care Center of La Center provides 3.57 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 0.68 RN hours, 0.74 LPN hours, and 2.15 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 25.9%.
How many beds does Life Care Center of La Center have?▾
Life Care Center of La Center has 70 certified beds with an average of 61.4 residents per day, resulting in approximately 88% occupancy. The facility is For profit - Corporation owned and is part of the Life Care Centers of America chain.
Are there other nursing homes near Life Care Center of La Center?▾
Yes. This page lists 6 nearby nursing homes in Kentucky. Compare their CMS ratings, staffing, inspections and fines before choosing a facility.
What do patients and families say about Life Care Center of La Center?▾
On Google Maps, Life Care Center of La Center has a rating of 4.9 out of 5 based on 47 reviews. This is an independent rating from visitors and families, separate from the official CMS government rating of 5/5.

Part of Life Care Centers of America

This chain operates 194 facilities. View all →