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Life Care Center Of Ooltewah

5911 Snow Hill Road

4.5(309 ratings)· Ooltewah average: 4.6

Part of Life Care Centers of America · 147 communities · 4.5★ average

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Quick Facts

Total units
120
Medicare rating
4 of 5

CMS Care Compare

Ownership
For profit, Corporation
Certified beds
120
Room type
Private rooms available for many residents
Location
Less than 20 miles from downtown Chattanooga
Pricing transparency
No published pricing information provided

What Families Think

Life Care Center of Ooltewah is a skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility outside Chattanooga, offering short-term rehab, long-term care, and post-operative recovery. The community holds a strong 4.5 average rating across 289 Google reviews, though no individual review text was provided to detail specific family experiences.

The Good

  • 24-hour skilled nursing care on-site
  • In-house therapists develop individualized care plans
  • Private rooms available for many residents
  • Strong 4.5 average rating from 289 reviews
  • Convenient location near Chattanooga for visiting families

The Bad

  • No published pricing information available

AI-generated from reviews and community data.

Life Care Center Of Ooltewah is a senior living community in Ooltewah, Tennessee offering Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care. Amenities include Gathering / Activity Spaces, Housekeeping and Laundry Service. Families rate it 4.5 out of 5 across 309 reviews.

About Life Care Center Of Ooltewah

Life Care Center of Ooltewah is a skilled nursing home and rehabilitation facility located in Ooltewah, Tennessee, less than 20 miles from downtown Chattanooga. The community offers short-term rehabilitation, long-term care, and post-operative recovery services in a resort-like setting.

The facility provides 24-hour skilled nursing services with inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation featuring state-of-the-art equipment and modalities. Many patients have access to private rooms, and an in-house team of therapists and nurses develops individualized care plans focused on each resident's specific goals and needs.

The Ooltewah location offers convenient proximity to regional attractions including the Tennessee Aquarium and IMAX 3D Theater, as well as nearby shopping centers, hotels, and restaurants. This accessible setting allows families to visit more easily while supporting their loved one's recovery and care.

Types of Care at Life Care Center Of Ooltewah

Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care

Amenities

Room Amenities

  • Emergency Call System
  • Private Bathroom
  • Private Rooms
  • Wheelchair Accessible

Community Amenities

  • 24-Hour Staff
  • Gathering / Activity Spaces
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry Service
  • Medication Management
  • On-Site Nurse (RN)

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Reviews of Life Care Center Of Ooltewah

4.5overall · 309 ratings combined

4.5★ on Google (309)

Jennifer Looby

Sep 2026

via Google

This is my mom’s second stay at Life Care Center of Ooltewah from the hospital, She needed to strengthen her mobility after being in hospital for a week.<br>She received different therapies such as Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy. Both is helping her body to recover quickly. The therapist’s trained her body how to move about safely and independently so that she can return home somewhat functional. Therapy she said was b<br>somewhat difficult for her because of her age (96). However, I think everyone is very pleasant and very accommodating to work with. My mom’s room was perfect for her needs. They have lots of activities going on throughout the day for the residents who are able to participate . They even have yummy ice cream daily (the good stuff) my grandson loves to visit at that time of the day. I am really glad my mom is recuperating in this particular facility.<br><br>J Looby (daughter of a patient)

Jessica

Aug 2026

via Google

This place should be under investigation. I have never been more appauld by a facility. My grandmother was here in the rehab for a weekend, in that time a nurse stole from her drawer, they REPEATEDLY didnt give her her meds (and when they finally did they would just give them ALL at once! Im talking two or more doses!) Once she was left in the bathroom and forgotten. She made it back to the bed herself because she was tired of waiting. Wanting to add that her roommate was extremely drugged up her entire stay. So weird that the roomate gets meds but not her. Also when asked about meds, they said she didnt have any that morning, she did cause a family member was there and asked for them for her, but when questioned they looked at a paper and said "oh she did it just wasn't logged." This is beyond negligence. This place only has good reviews because the people are either comatose and cant tell their story, dont have relatives that really check on them, or dead. I find it also horrid that the head nurse would say "what can we do to get you to stay" why? So you can make her kick the bucket? She also promised she would make sure she got her morning meds. Guess what, she didnt.<br><br>Coincidence (I think not), my great aunt went here after an ER visit. She stayed and got worse. She left and died shortly after. They claimed she didnt have any prescription sent over for antibiotics. The infection took her. I find it odd that not only did they skip, forget, or didnt bother with my grandmother's meds but her sister had the same happen.<br><br>If you have been around and remember a few life care facilities having banners hanging outside saying people were dying there, you more than likely wouldn't choose any of them at all. I wasn't aware of the name of the facility until it was too late, and as soon as I told my spouse he yelled "no!" Very dramatically. He told me back when he was a nurse life care was always the one being under investigation, always having deaths, more than normal. These places prey on the elderly, especially if they are not in the right mind.<br><br>Case in point, if you value your loved one, dont send them to ANY LIFE CARE!

Eric A Terry Sr

Aug 2026

via Google

In the time that my wife has been there, LCCO has been amazing. We've even joked about me moving in and getting a double room. LOL! The staff has made an uncomfortable situation easily manageable and we truly thank the staff.

Sharon Harrell

Aug 2026

via Google

Everyone is very professional and knowledgeable. I feel that my friend is receiving good care.

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Government Inspection History

3 inspection visits in the last three years, 10 citations on file. Inspections are conducted by state agencies on behalf of the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

Dec 14, 2022Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard6 citations
  • Use approved construction type or materials.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jan 11, 2023

  • Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jan 18, 2023

  • Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jan 18, 2023

  • Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jan 18, 2023

  • Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jan 11, 2023

  • Provide properly protected cooking facilities.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jan 11, 2023

Sep 25, 2019Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard2 citations
  • Install proper backup exit lighting.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Oct 11, 2019

  • Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 11, 2019

Sep 26, 2018Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard2 citations
  • Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 31, 2018

  • Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 31, 2018

Source: CMS Care Compare, public federal data covering certified nursing facilities, refreshed monthly. Citations range from A (least serious) to L (most serious) on the federal scope and severity scale. Most citations are corrected quickly; review the details and ask the community about anything that concerns you.

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of care does Life Care Center Of Ooltewah offer?

Life Care Center Of Ooltewah offers Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.

Where is Life Care Center Of Ooltewah located?

Life Care Center Of Ooltewah is located at 5911 Snow Hill Road in Ooltewah, Tennessee.

What do families say about Life Care Center Of Ooltewah?

Life Care Center of Ooltewah is a skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility outside Chattanooga, offering short-term rehab, long-term care, and post-operative recovery. The community holds a strong 4.5 average rating across 289 Google reviews, though no individual review text was provided to detail specific family experiences.

How did Life Care Center Of Ooltewah do on recent health and safety inspections?

Life Care Center Of Ooltewah had 3 government inspection visits in the last three years, with 10 citations on file according to CMS Care Compare data. The full history, including what each citation was for and whether it was corrected, is in the inspection section on this page.

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