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Palmetto Patriots

Excellent5-Star CMS Rating

120 Hampshire Drive, Gaffney, SC 29341

52 Beds
Medicare Since 2023

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120 Hampshire Drive
Gaffney, SC 29341

About Palmetto Patriots

Nursing home overview and details

Palmetto Patriots is a government-operated nursing home in Gaffney, SC, serving Cherokee County and the surrounding community. The facility has 52 certified beds with an average daily census of 49.9 residents.

The facility is affiliated with SOUTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF MENTAL HEALTH, which provides administrative support and oversight.

Palmetto Patriots has earned a 5-star overall quality rating from CMS, reflecting strong performance across health inspections, quality measures, and staffing. When choosing a nursing home in Gaffney, SC, consider factors including quality ratings, staffing levels, safety record, and whether the facility meets your specific care needs.

At a Glance

Overall Rating5/5 Stars
Certified Beds52
Avg. Residents/Day49.9
OwnershipGovernment - State
Provider TypeMedicare and Medicaid
Family CouncilBoth
SprinklersYes
CCRCNo
CountyCherokee

Quality Ratings

CMS quality performance measures

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Excellent

CMS Overall Nursing Home Rating

Palmetto Patriots has earned a 5-star overall quality rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), reflecting above-average performance across health inspections, quality measures, and staffing levels. This rating places the facility among the higher-rated nursing homes in its area.

Health Inspection

Excellent

Quality Measures

Very Good

Staffing

Average

Source: CMS Nursing Home Compare Data

Staffing

Nurse staffing hours and turnover

Palmetto Patriots provides 5.62 total nursing hours per resident per day, of which 0.68 hours are from registered nurses. Weekend staffing averages 5.06 hours per resident per day.

RN Hours per Resident per Day0.68
Total Nurse Hours per Resident per Day5.62
Weekend Staffing (Hours/Resident/Day)5.06

Safety & Compliance

Regulatory record and safety data

Palmetto Patriots has received 9 fines totaling $30,147. Families should discuss these findings with the facility administration to understand what corrective actions have been taken and what improvements have been implemented. When evaluating nursing homes, it is important to consider the full picture — review quality ratings, staffing levels, and inspection history alongside the safety record to make an informed decision for your loved one.

Fines9 ($30,147)
Total Penalties9

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Frequently Asked Questions

About Palmetto Patriots

What is the CMS rating for Palmetto Patriots?

Palmetto Patriots has a 5-star overall quality rating from CMS, which evaluates nursing homes across health inspections, quality measures, and staffing levels.

How many beds does Palmetto Patriots have?

Palmetto Patriots has 52 certified beds with an average daily census of 49.9 residents.

What type of facility is Palmetto Patriots?

Palmetto Patriots is a government - state nursing home serving Cherokee County in Gaffney, SC.

How many doctors practice at Palmetto Patriots?

Affiliated doctor information is not currently available for Palmetto Patriots.

Does Palmetto Patriots have any safety concerns?

Families should review the Safety & Compliance section above for detailed findings. Palmetto Patriots has regulatory items on record that merit discussion with the administration.

Data source: CMS Nursing Home Compare ·