Good Samaritan Living Center
Nursing Home · Franklinton, LA
CMS certification number195612
Contact & location
605 Hilltop AvenueFranklinton, LA 70438
Washington County
- Phone
- (985) 839-6706
- ZIP code
- 70438 – all care providers
Facility details
- Certified beds
- 84
- Residents per day
- 48.3 (58% occupied)
- Ownership
- Non profit - Corporation
- Legal name
- Home Away From Home, INC.
- Medicare certified since
- September 24, 2004
- Participates in
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Council
- Resident council
CMS star ratings
Staffing
Hours of nursing care per resident per day, from payroll data. More hours generally mean more time for each resident.
- Total nurse staffing
- 3.84 (state 3.73 · U.S. 3.86)
- Registered nurses (RN)
- 0.28 (state 0.30 · U.S. 0.69)
- Licensed practical nurses
- 1.50 (state 1.15 · U.S. 0.86)
- Nurse aides
- 2.06 (state 2.27 · U.S. 2.32)
- Weekend total
- 2.94 (state 3.18 · U.S. 3.42)
- Nursing staff turnover
- —
- RN turnover
- —
Inspections
- Last standard inspection
- May 13, 2026
- Health deficiencies (last cycle)
- 5.0 (state 6.7 · U.S. 9.3)
- From complaints
- 1
- Citations on record (3 years)
- 14 health · 2 fire safety · includes immediate jeopardy
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-13 | Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data. F0851 · Administration Deficiencies |
F No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2026-06-22 |
| 2026-05-13 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. F0880 · Infection Control Deficiencies |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2026-06-22 |
| 2026-05-13 | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. F0641 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2026-06-22 |
| 2026-05-13 | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. F0686 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2026-06-22 |
| 2026-01-07 | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. F0641 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2026-02-13 |
| 2025-05-14 | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. F0658 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2025-06-13 |
| 2025-05-14 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. F0812 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2025-06-13 |
| 2025-05-14 | Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive. F0578 · Resident Rights Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2025-06-13 |
| 2024-04-11 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. F0880 · Infection Control Deficiencies |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-05-17 |
| 2024-04-11 | 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. F0801 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-05-17 |
| 2024-04-11 | Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident. F0803 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-05-17 |
| 2023-11-09 | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. F0580 · Resident Rights Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
J Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety |
Corrected 2023-12-13 |
| 2023-11-09 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. F0600 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
J Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety |
Corrected 2023-12-13 |
| 2023-11-09 | Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently. F0835 · Administration Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
J Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety |
Corrected 2023-12-13 |
Severity letters A–L combine how widespread a problem was (isolated, pattern, widespread) with how serious (from potential for minimal harm to immediate jeopardy). How to read inspection results
Fines & penalties
1 penalty in the last three years, including $168,630 in fines.
| Date | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 2023-11-09 | Fine | $168,630 |
Ownership & management
| Name | Role | Since |
|---|---|---|
| Home Away From Home, INC. (organization) | 5%+ Direct Ownership Interest · 100% | |
| Home Away From Home, INC. (organization) | Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Simon, John (individual) | Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Smith, Kenneth (individual) | Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Causey, Johnny (individual) | Corporate Director · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Knight, James (individual) | Corporate Director · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Magee, Ayiesha (individual) | Corporate Director · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Showers, Bobby (individual) | Corporate Director · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Stevens, Ida (individual) | Corporate Director · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Talley, Clinton (individual) | Corporate Director · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Williams, Joshua (individual) | Corporate Director · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Magee, Ayiesha (individual) | Corporate Officer · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Showers, Bobby (individual) | Corporate Officer · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Stevens, Ida (individual) | Corporate Officer · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Simon, John (individual) | Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Smith, Kenneth (individual) | Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE |
Frequently asked questions
What is the rating of Good Samaritan Living Center?
Good Samaritan Living Center has a 1-star overall rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services on a scale of 1 to 5, compared with a 2.5-star average in Louisiana.
How many beds does Good Samaritan Living Center have?
It has 84 certified beds and cares for about 48 residents per day.
Has Good Samaritan Living Center been fined?
Yes. CMS lists 1 penalty totaling $168,630 in the last three years.
What is the phone number of Good Samaritan Living Center?
(985) 839-6706. The facility is located at 605 Hilltop Avenue, Franklinton, LA 70438.
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Source: CMS Care Compare, August 2026. Information is provided as published by CMS; verify details directly with the facility.