Friendship Health and Rehab

    161 Friendship Church Rd, Cleveland, GA 30528
    • Assisted Living
    • Memory Care
    • Skilled Nursing

    Caring staff and spotless facility

    I had a very positive experience-staff were dedicated, caring, and collaborative; care and rehab were timely and effective, meals were delicious, and the facility was impeccably clean. Dr. Halminanton was a great medical addition, family visits were welcomed, and I'm grateful for the supportive, family-like team and spotless inspections.

    Current/former resident
    Jul 2026

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    Amenities

    Healthcare services

    • Activities of daily living assistance
    • Assistance with bathing
    • Assistance with dressing
    • Assistance with transfers
    • Medication management
    • Mental wellness program

    Healthcare staffing

    • 12-16 hour nursing
    • 24-hour call system
    • 24-hour supervision

    Meals and dining

    • Diabetes diet
    • Meal preparation and service
    • Restaurant-style dining
    • Special dietary restrictions

    Room

    • Air-conditioning
    • Cable
    • Fully furnished
    • Housekeeping and linen services
    • Kitchenettes
    • Private bathrooms
    • Telephone
    • Wifi

    Transportation

    • Community operated transportation
    • Transportation arrangement
    • Transportation arrangement (non-medical)

    Common areas

    • Beauty salon
    • Computer center
    • Dining room
    • Fitness room
    • Gaming room
    • Garden
    • Outdoor space
    • Small library
    • Wellness center

    Community services

    • Concierge services
    • Fitness programs
    • Move-in coordination

    Activities

    • Community-sponsored activities
    • Planned day trips
    • Resident-run activities
    • Scheduled daily activities

    Reviews

    3.70·(20)

    Overall rating

    1. 5
    2. 4
    3. 3
    4. 2
    5. 1
    • Care

      4.8
    • Staff

      4.0
    • Meals

      4.5
    • Amenities

      1.5
    • Value

      3.7

    Pros

    • Compassionate, teamwork-oriented nursing staff
    • Consistent, timely care delivery
    • Effective rehabilitation and therapy outcomes
    • Clean, well-presented facility areas
    • Palatable, varied meal service
    • Strong physician and medical-team collaboration
    • Family-like resident–staff relationships
    • Deficiency-free regulatory inspection score

    Cons

    • Aged physical plant and outdated décor
    • Inconsistent sanitation and odor control in some areas
    • Variability in staff conduct and professionalism
    • Staffing and resource constraints affecting consistency
    • Management and communication shortcomings
    • Perceived institutional atmosphere in parts of the facility

    Summary of reviews

    Overall impression is mixed but leans positive with consistent praise for direct care and clinical outcomes. Many comments highlight compassionate, attentive staff who work collaboratively and provide timely care; rehabilitation efforts are frequently described as successful and families express gratitude for clinical progress. The facility has also been noted for a generally clean, well-presented environment in many areas and for serving meals that families and residents find enjoyable. A named physician was mentioned as a valued addition to the medical team, and the facility’s deficiency-free inspection score indicates compliance with regulatory expectations.

    Care and staff performance are the strongest themes. Reviewers emphasize coordinated teamwork, prompt responses to needs, and emotional bonds between staff and residents that create a family-like atmosphere. At the same time, accounts point to variability in staff conduct and professionalism; while many staff are described as dedicated and caring, there are isolated indications of problematic interactions that produce uneven experiences across shifts or units.

    Dining and therapy services are generally favorable. Meals are described as tasty and supportive of residents’ rehabilitation, and therapy teams are credited with producing measurable gains. Families report regular opportunities for visits and involvement, and some specifically note positive, supportive interactions that contributed to satisfaction with care.

    Physical plant and operations show a split. Several areas are clean and well maintained, but the building’s age and outdated décor are recurring points. Reviewers raise sanitation and odor-control concerns in some locations and reference limitations in environmental maintenance. Those operational weaknesses appear related in part to resource and staffing constraints; multiple comments suggest constrained resources can affect consistency of services and upkeep.

    Management and communication present another mixed pattern. Positive alignment with the medical team and helpful frontline staff coexist with comments about management responsiveness and communication gaps. These shortcomings are described at the operational level rather than as isolated incidents, and they contribute to the overall variability of resident and family experience.

    Notable pattern: experiences are polarized — many families report successful rehab, caring staff, and a supportive environment, while others describe facility-level weaknesses tied to the building condition, environmental control, staffing consistency, and management communication. Prospective residents and families would benefit from an in-person visit that focuses on current environmental conditions, staff interactions across shifts, and the facility’s plan for addressing sanitation, maintenance, and staffing consistency.

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    Medicare Ratings

    4·/ 5
    • Overall

    • Health Inspection

    • Staffing

    • Quality Measures

    Ratings from the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (Care Compare). View on Medicare.gov

    Location

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    Friendship Health and Rehab is located at 161 Friendship Church Rd, Cleveland, GA, 30528.

    About Friendship Health and Rehab

    Friendship Health And Rehab in Cleveland is a trusted and highly regarded rehabilitation and medical center located in the Northeast Georgia Mountains. With a commitment to providing compassionate care 24 hours a day, the facility focuses on helping patients achieve improved health and well-being. Consumer Reports has recognized Friendship Health And Rehab as one of the top 10 Nursing Homes to consider in Georgia, highlighting their dedication to excellence in care.

    The facility has received a Deficiency Free rating for multiple years, showcasing their commitment to maintaining high standards in patient care. Friendship Health And Rehab is also rated a “5-Star facility” and has been named to the “Nations Best” by U.S. News and World Report for two consecutive years. These accolades reflect the facility’s dedication to providing exceptional care to all residents.

    Friendship Health And Rehab offers a range of programs and services to support patients in their recovery journey. From skilled rehabilitation services to medical care and therapy, the facility utilizes state-of-the-art technologies to facilitate the healing process. A care coordinator is available to assist with coordinating care both pre and post-hospitalization, ensuring a seamless transition to the healthcare center.

    The admissions team at Friendship Health And Rehab is available 7 days a week to accommodate individual needs and inquiries. The facility also partners with hospice, dialysis centers, and other healthcare support services to provide comprehensive care to patients. With a focus on early rehabilitation and a commitment to supporting residents on their path to recovery, Friendship Health And Rehab is a trusted destination for top-quality care in the Cleveland area.

    People often ask...

    Friendship Health and Rehab offers assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing.

    The full address for this community is 161 Friendship Church Rd, Cleveland, GA 30528.

    No, Friendship Health and Rehab does not offer respite care. Respite care in assisted living communities provides temporary, short-term relief for primary caregivers by offering professional care for their loved ones. It allows individuals to stay in an assisted living community for a limited time, giving caregivers a break while ensuring residents receive necessary support and assistance with daily activities.

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