Inconsistent assistance with personal and continence care
Limited responsiveness to residents who have difficulty requesting help
Administrative turnover and inconsistent information
Weak admission, coverage, and discharge coordination
Limited billing transparency and responsiveness to family inquiries
Summary of reviews
Feedback about Carrington Nursing Center is mixed. Positive comments describe a clean environment, friendly staff, and care staff who were kind. One brief review also credits the facility with helping residents regain skills and adjust to daily life. However, the more detailed accounts raise concerns about whether residents consistently receive timely personal care, particularly when they cannot readily ask for assistance. One family also described skin-care concerns they associated with gaps in changing assistance. These accounts suggest that care responsiveness and support for residents with communication limitations are important areas for families to assess.
Staff experiences appear variable. Some care staff were described positively, while other feedback raised concerns about delays in assistance and the consistency of care. Administrative communication was also described as unreliable, with conflicting explanations about coverage and long-term placement, difficulty reaching leadership, and high staff turnover. A family additionally questioned an itemized charge that arrived without a detailed breakdown. Together, these concerns point to weaknesses in coordination, communication, and billing transparency.
The available reviews do not provide meaningful information about dining, organized activities, or the range of facility amenities. One reviewer described the setting as clean, but there is too little detail to assess maintenance or shared spaces more broadly. The facility was characterized as rehabilitation-focused, with some long-term-care capacity reportedly available; prospective residents and families may wish to confirm current services, coverage requirements, discharge planning, and billing procedures directly. Overall, the positive comments about staff and rehabilitation support are tempered by significant concerns about personal-care consistency and administrative follow-through.
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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
Carrington Nursing Center is located at 307 Reed Rd, Starkville, MS, 39759.
About Carrington Nursing Center
Carrington Nursing Center, sometimes called The Carrington Nursing and Rehab, sits over on Reed Road in Starkville, Mississippi, and provides skilled nursing care for seniors and people needing long-term help, so with 60 beds and an average of 55 residents most days, folks find it's big enough for care but still personal, and the place works as both a skilled nursing facility and an assisted living home, offering different levels of support according to what residents need, with around-the-clock medical help, and a staff that includes nurses, personal care assistants, and therapy professionals. You'll find specialized care here for very frail seniors, including bathing and toileting assistance, plus memory care and respite services, and people who need short-term rehab after a hospital stay can get occupational, physical, and speech therapy while they recover before heading home. The center handles daily personal care, provides nutritious, on-site meals, and supports folks with medication, wound care, and specialty medical visits like podiatry, which keeps residents as healthy as possible while helping with the daily tasks that can get harder with age. They've updated and renovated the facility, making the rooms more comfortable, adding little kitchens or kitchenettes, and making sure there are washers, dryers, and housekeeping to help out, so even as folks' needs change, the setup supports them as best as possible. Safety and handicap features come standard, including a sprinkler system, to give residents and their families some peace of mind, and the property also includes a fitness center, activity and game room, a dining hall, and even WiFi for folks who want to keep in touch with friends or family. Residents find lots of things to do like arts and crafts, social groups, health and wellness programs, and educational activities, as the staff tries to keep everyone active, engaged, and feeling part of a community. The center takes people out on transportation services for appointments or outings, and for visiting guests there's parking right on site. While they try to offer attentive, compassionate care with personal attention, inspection reports have found a few problems, including three cited deficiencies lately-one related to infection control, another regarding infection prevention and control, and a third about not fully honoring residents' right to a safe and homelike environment-which gives families something to consider when choosing a facility. The Carrington, run by Carrington LLC and affiliated with Briar Hill Management, is a for-profit company that tries to meet federal standards for infection prevention and resident rights. On average, staff provide about 3.65 nurse hours per resident each day, and the center's made efforts to create a warm, peaceful place for seniors and folks recovering from illness or injury, with services tailored to each person. Carrington Nursing Center serves elders in the Starkville area who need extra support, long-term skilled nursing, or rehabilitation, making it an option for families looking for these services in this part of Mississippi.
People often ask...
Carrington Nursing Center offers assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing.
The full address for this community is 307 Reed Rd, Starkville, MS 39759.
No, Carrington Nursing Center 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.
Safety & Compliance
In Mississippi, the State Department of Health licenses care facilities and publishes the survey, complaint, and infection-control reports from its inspections.
License number
nh-255301
Facility type
Nursing Home
Special certification
Medicaid/Medicare – Dually certified
Inspection Reports
55
Reports
23
Citations
28
Complaints
7
Years
01 May 2026Revisit
01 May 2026Revisit
Concluded that no deficiencies were found.
01 May 2026Revisit
01 May 2026Revisit
Concluded that compliance was restored after corrective actions and recommended returning to compliance on 05/11/2026.
01 Apr 2026Complaint
01 Apr 2026Complaint
Investigated a complaint and found a resident's right to be treated with dignity and respect was violated when a staff member initiated an altercation with a resident.
42 CFR §483.10Resident Rights
01 Apr 2026Complaint
01 Apr 2026Complaint
Identified a violation of residents' rights related to dignity and respect after reviewing video and staff interviews.
45.17.2Residents' Rights
01 Jan 2026Revisit
01 Jan 2026Revisit
Verified the facility is in compliance after corrective actions were implemented. The agency recommended reinstating compliance effective 01/16/26.
01 Jan 2026Revisit
01 Jan 2026Revisit
Concluded that the facility was in compliance and placed back in compliance. The desk review supported compliance with the required standards.
01 Dec 2025Inspection
01 Dec 2025Inspection
Investigators found multiple deficiencies including lack of personalized care plans for grooming, inadequate ADL grooming for some residents, unsafe room conditions with a wet floor and unsupervised shaving, and improper labeling/storage of opened foods.
CFR 483.21(b)(1); CFR 483.21(b)(3)Comprehensive Care Plans
CFR 483.24(a)(2)ADL Care Provided for Dependent Residents
CFR 483.25(d)(1); CFR 483.25(d)(2)Free of Accident Hazards/Supervision/Devices
Investigated deficiencies found in ADL grooming, accident hazards, and improper food labeling. Noted unaddressed facial hair grooming for two residents, a wet floor and unsupervised shaving risk, and unlabeled opened foods.
45.21.2Activities of daily living
45.21.8Accidents
45.29.1Safe Food Handling Procedures
01 Dec 2025Inspection
01 Dec 2025Inspection
Found no deficiencies. No deficiencies were cited.
01 Apr 2024Revisit
01 Apr 2024Revisit
Concluded that compliance was restored after corrective actions and recommended placing back in compliance.
01 Apr 2024Revisit
01 Apr 2024Revisit
Confirmed no deficiencies were found and recommended placing back in compliance.
01 Feb 2024Inspection
01 Feb 2024Inspection
Identified an infection control deficiency due to a pulse oximeter being carried in a nurse's pocket during a medication pass, risking potential transmission of infections.
48.58.1Infection Control
01 Feb 2024Inspection
01 Feb 2024Inspection
Found deficiencies in safety of the resident environment due to worn furniture in one room and in infection control due to not cleaning a pulse oximeter between residents.
Verified no deficiencies were cited. Emergency preparedness requirements were met.
01 Feb 2024Inspection
01 Feb 2024Inspection
Found no deficiencies related to emergency preparedness. The review determined compliance with applicable requirements.
01 Jun 2023Complaint
01 Jun 2023Complaint
Found no deficiencies after reviewing four complaint investigations. The agency determined compliance with the applicable standards.
01 Jun 2023Complaint
01 Jun 2023Complaint
Investigated four complaints and found no deficiencies, concluding compliance with Medicare/Medicaid participation.
01 Apr 2023Complaint
01 Apr 2023Complaint
Found no deficiencies. The state agency determined compliance with Medicare and Medicaid participation requirements.
01 Apr 2023Complaint
01 Apr 2023Complaint
Found no deficiencies following a complaint investigation.
01 Feb 2023Revisit
01 Feb 2023Revisit
Verified compliance with applicable Life Safety Code provisions after a follow-up visit and recommended returning to compliance effective 2023-02-10.
01 Feb 2023Revisit
01 Feb 2023Revisit
Found no deficiencies in emergency preparedness.
01 Jan 2023Inspection
01 Jan 2023Inspection
Found deficiencies in interior ceiling finishes and the fire alarm system, including non-fire-rated ceiling boards in several hallway areas and damaged smoke detectors causing fire panel trouble; repairs were completed.
NFPA 101 2012, 19.3.3.1; 19.3.3.2Interior Wall and Ceiling Finish
NFPA 101 9.7.5; 9.7.7; 9.7.8; NFPA 25; NFPA 70; NFPA 72Fire Alarm System - Testing and Maintenance
01 Jan 2023Inspection
01 Jan 2023Inspection
Identified non-fire-rated ceiling material in multiple areas, with holes and gaps that could allow smoke passage.
NFPA 101 sections 19.3.3.1 and 19.3.3.2Date of Construction & Life Safety Code Compliance
01 Jan 2023Inspection
01 Jan 2023Inspection
Found no deficiencies during the annual re-certification survey.
01 Jan 2023Inspection
01 Jan 2023Inspection
Observed no deficiencies during the annual re-certification survey. Compliance with Mississippi regulations was confirmed.
01 Jan 2023Inspection
01 Jan 2023Inspection
Verified emergency preparedness requirements were met; no deficiencies were cited.
01 Dec 2022Complaint
01 Dec 2022Complaint
Found no deficiencies.
01 Dec 2022Complaint
01 Dec 2022Complaint
Found no deficiencies. The state agency concluded the complaint investigations showed compliance with Medicare/Medicaid requirements during 12/5/2022 to 12/7/2022.
01 Jul 2022Complaint
01 Jul 2022Complaint
Determined no deficiencies found, and the complaint allegations were not substantiated; overall compliance with participation requirements was demonstrated.
01 Jul 2022Complaint
01 Jul 2022Complaint
Investigated a complaint related to quality of care and staffing; concluded compliance with applicable requirements and did not substantiate the complaint.
01 Jun 2022Complaint
01 Jun 2022Complaint
Concluded that the two complaints were unsubstantiated and found no deficiencies.
01 Jun 2022Complaint
01 Jun 2022Complaint
Investigated two complaints alleging verbal/mental abuse and sexually inappropriate comments by staff. Found no deficiencies and determined substantial compliance.
01 May 2022Revisit
01 May 2022Revisit
Verified measures were in place to address the deficiency and sustain compliance, and recommended returning to compliance.
01 May 2022Revisit
01 May 2022Revisit
Concluded that the provider was in compliance with minimum standards after reviewing complaint information; recommended restoration to compliance.
01 Apr 2022Complaint
01 Apr 2022Complaint
Investigated the allegation of abuse and identified deficiencies in preventing abuse and in investigating the incident.
Investigated a complaint and found abuse and neglect when a staff member sent an inappropriate image to a resident's cell phone.
45.17.2Residents' Rights
01 Feb 2022Complaint
01 Feb 2022Complaint
Found no deficiencies related to call light response times.
01 Feb 2022Complaint
01 Feb 2022Complaint
Found no deficiencies after investigating a complaint about delayed call light responses and determined substantial compliance.
01 Feb 2022Complaint
01 Feb 2022Complaint
Investigated a complaint about call light response times. Found no deficiencies and concluded substantial compliance.
01 Jun 2021Revisit
01 Jun 2021Revisit
Concluded substantial compliance after a complaint investigation and desk review.
01 Jun 2021Revisit
01 Jun 2021Revisit
Determined noncompliance during a complaint investigation and later concluded substantial compliance after review.
01 May 2021Complaint
01 May 2021Complaint
Investigated a complaint alleging verbal abuse and found that a resident experienced verbal abuse that was not prevented.
CFR 483.12Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
01 May 2021Complaint
01 May 2021Complaint
Investigated a verbal abuse incident; found failure to prevent abuse toward a resident, leading to staff termination and corrective actions.
45.17.2Residents' Rights
01 Dec 2020Infection Control
01 Dec 2020Infection Control
Found no deficiencies. Conducted a COVID-19 focused emergency preparedness review and determined compliance with applicable requirements.
01 Dec 2020Infection Control
01 Dec 2020Infection Control
Confirmed compliance with infection control requirements after a COVID-19 focused survey conducted on 2020-12-14.
01 Jul 2020Infection Control
01 Jul 2020Infection Control
Found no deficiencies in COVID-19 focused emergency preparedness; compliance with the applicable requirements was noted.
01 Jul 2020Infection Control
01 Jul 2020Infection Control
Verified compliance with COVID-19 infection control standards. No deficiencies were cited.
01 May 2020Infection Control
01 May 2020Infection Control
Found no deficiencies related to infection control after a COVID-19 focused review, indicating compliance with CMS and CDC guidance.
01 May 2020Infection Control
01 May 2020Infection Control
Confirmed compliance with infection control requirements during a COVID-19 focused review. No deficiencies were cited.
01 Jan 2020Complaint
01 Jan 2020Complaint
Investigated a complaint and found no deficiencies cited.
01 Jan 2020Complaint
01 Jan 2020Complaint
Found no deficiencies cited after investigating a complaint about discharge and resident care.
01 Nov 2019Inspection
01 Nov 2019Inspection
Found deficiencies in developing care plans for residents with Foley catheters and a new urinary tract infection, and in maintaining the essential electrical system annunciator.
CFR 483.21(b)(1)Comprehensive Care Plans
NFPA 101; 6.4.1.1.17, 6.4.1.1.17.5 (NFPA 99)Electrical Systems - Essential Electric System
01 Nov 2019Inspection
01 Nov 2019Inspection
Found generator components were not properly protected due to an inoperable remote annunciator.
45.41.1Date of Construction & Life Safety Code Compliance
01 Nov 2019Inspection
01 Nov 2019Inspection
Concluded no deficiencies were cited after an annual recertification review and investigation of complaints conducted from November 12 to November 14, 2019.
01 Nov 2019Complaint
01 Nov 2019Complaint
Investigated the annual recertification and related complaints; found no deficiencies.
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