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BRIA of Columbia

253 Bradington Drive

3.6(61 ratings)· Columbia average: 4.3

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Quick Facts

Total units
119
Medicare rating
1 of 5

CMS Care Compare

Ownership
For profit, Limited Liability company
Certified beds
119
Ownership change
New ownership and management took over recently
Essential Caregiver program
Family caregivers allowed to assist with daily meals
Respite stays
Short-term respite care stays are offered

What Families Think

BRIA of Columbia draws sharply divided reviews: many families praise attentive nurses, aides, and administrators who go above and beyond, while a large number of others report serious concerns about cleanliness, understaffing, and medication or care errors. The facility has undergone renovations and leadership changes, which some reviewers say have improved conditions, but persistent complaints about odor, staffing shortages, and inconsistent care continue to surface.

The Good

  • Renovated rooms and clean, updated common areas
  • Individual staff members praised by name repeatedly
  • Strong rehab/therapy team noted by multiple reviewers
  • Family-like atmosphere described by several reviewers
  • Administrator credited with improving communication and care

The Bad

  • Multiple reports of urine/feces odor and dirty rooms
  • Several reviewers cite understaffing and overworked nurses
  • Repeated complaints of infrequent bathing (once a week or less)
  • Multiple serious reports of medication errors and neglect

AI-generated from reviews and community data.

BRIA of Columbia is a senior living community in Columbia, Illinois offering Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care. Amenities include Emergency Call System, Wheelchair Accessible and 24-Hour Staff. Families rate it 3.6 out of 5 across 61 reviews.

About BRIA of Columbia

BRIA of Columbia is a skilled nursing / long term care community in Columbia, Illinois. The community is licensed for up to 119 residents.

Families rate BRIA of Columbia 3.6 out of 5 based on 61 Google reviews.

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Types of Care at BRIA of Columbia

Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care

Amenities

Room Amenities

  • Emergency Call System
  • Wheelchair Accessible

Community Amenities

  • 24-Hour Staff
  • Medication Management
  • On-Site Nurse (RN)

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Reviews of BRIA of Columbia

3.6overall · 61 ratings combined

3.6★ on Google (61)

mimi luechtefeld

Oct 2025

via Google

Family member in Bria on advice of ill informed social worker. Admitted two weeks. Could not get them discharged soon enough. Did not feel they were safe in facility. They care for staff more than patients. Limited recreational activities. Not enough staff to handle acuity. Multiple med errors noted. Did not receive shower for a week. No apparent rounding noted. Shameeka (aide), attempted to intimidate residents - typical bully to those who can’t speak for themself. Should be fired. Vulnerable people are not safe under her care Techs Amber, Pam, Lena and Diana took good care of my loved one. Environment outdated, LOUD, smelly and not conducive to healing. Day Greeter more interested in her phone than interacting with families entering building. Do not trust/ utilize this facility.

Lloyd Bush

Sep 2025

via Google

I have been here for a long time. The staff is wonderful. They take good care of you. The food is good and you get plenty of it. I think it is a great place. I would recommend it for any Senior. The Staff cares about you as a person.

Mandi stewart

Sep 2025

via Google

My father has been a resident at Bria of Columbia for a couple of years now! I have always been happy with the care he has received! The staff is often attentive to his needs! The building is clean and decorated nicely.

Kevin Glasscock

Aug 2025

via Google

Just wanted to give a shout out to Bria. My Brother turned 70 and we got together to wish him a Happy Bday, the Staff was so pleasant to our Brother….Nurse Pam is a very special person and he just loves her, the care and attention she gives him is off the charts! We love Bria and how they treat their Residents…Thank you!

Toya Green

Aug 2025

via Google

If I could give this facility zero stars, I absolutely would. I would never recommend any of the BRIA facilities to anyone because of many other stories I’ve been hearing. My loved one was placed in BRIA earlier this year for rehab after a surgery. (It was the only place that would accept the insurance…United Healthcare is the pits!) They were unable to administer his peritoneal dialysis because their nursing staff was not educated on it even though administration reported that they were. Even worse, we have strong reason to believe staff administered diabetes medication to him without checking his blood sugar. All the while he had been in the hospital prior to going to BRIA, the nurses never had to give him insulin because his blood sugars were always very good (120, 117,etc.). At BRIA, we believe nursing staff administered insulin to him without checking his numbers and his sugar dropped to 20s and he was totally unresponsive when found by staff and sent to the hospital where he never fully recovered and passed away….all due to the low blood sugar. He was totally alert up until the day his blood sugar dropped…It didn’t drop on its own but of course, none of the staff was able to report anything. It has brought much grievance to our family and deeply regretful that he was ever there to begin with.

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Government Inspection History

21 inspection visits in the last three years, 71 citations on file. Inspections are conducted by state agencies on behalf of the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

Apr 30, 2026Health Complaint3 citations
  • Provide basic life support, including CPR, prior to the arrival of emergency medical personnel , subject to physician orders and the resident’s advance directives.

    Severity J of L: immediate jeopardy, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected May 1, 2026

  • Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected May 1, 2026

  • Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected May 1, 2026

Jul 8, 2025Health Complaint1 citation
  • Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

    Severity G of L: actual harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jul 9, 2025

Apr 24, 2025Health Complaint1 citation
  • Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

    Severity G of L: actual harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected May 5, 2025

Feb 20, 2025Health Complaint4 citations
  • Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Feb 21, 2025

  • Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Feb 21, 2025

  • Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Feb 21, 2025

  • Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Feb 21, 2025

Jan 13, 2025Health Complaint4 citations
  • Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

    Severity J of L: immediate jeopardy, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jan 17, 2025

  • Ensure that the resident and his/her doctor meet face-to-face at all required visits.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jan 17, 2025

  • Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jan 17, 2025

  • Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jan 17, 2025

Oct 25, 2024Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard10 citations
  • Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jan 24, 2025

  • Provide each resident with a nourishing, palatable, well-balanced diet that meets his or her daily nutritional and special dietary needs.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Nov 7, 2024

  • Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Nov 7, 2024

  • Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Nov 27, 2024

  • Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jan 7, 2025

  • Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Dec 22, 2024

  • Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Nov 7, 2024

  • Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Nov 30, 2024

  • Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 7, 2024

  • Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 7, 2024

Aug 14, 2024Health Complaint1 citation
  • Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

    Severity G of L: actual harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Aug 26, 2024

Aug 1, 2024Health Complaint1 citation
  • Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Aug 12, 2024

Jul 17, 2024Health Complaint2 citations
  • Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jul 29, 2024

  • Report COVID19 data to residents and families.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jul 29, 2024

Jun 28, 2024Health Complaint1 citation
  • Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jul 12, 2024

May 24, 2024Health Complaint2 citations
  • Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected May 27, 2024

  • Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected May 27, 2024

May 3, 2024Health Complaint2 citations
  • Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected May 4, 2024

  • 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, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected May 4, 2024

Apr 19, 2024Health Complaint3 citations
  • Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Apr 23, 2024

  • Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Apr 23, 2024

  • Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Apr 23, 2024

Jan 24, 2024Health Complaint2 citations
  • Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jan 25, 2024

  • Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.

    Severity C of L: potential for minimal harm, widespreadFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jan 25, 2024

Jan 12, 2024Health Complaint1 citation
  • Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

    Severity G of L: actual harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jan 13, 2024

Jan 5, 2024Health Complaint1 citation
  • Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jan 6, 2024

Dec 14, 2023Health Complaint1 citation
  • 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, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jan 13, 2024

Sep 1, 2023Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard8 citations
  • Follow proper procedures when the automatic sprinkler systems was out of service for more than 10 hours.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Sep 11, 2023

  • Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Sep 21, 2023

  • Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Mar 4, 2024

  • Provide properly protected cooking facilities.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Oct 5, 2023

  • Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.

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

  • Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.

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

  • Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

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

  • Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Sep 2, 2023

Aug 23, 2023Health Complaint3 citations
  • Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

    Severity G of L: actual harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Aug 24, 2023

  • Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Aug 24, 2023

  • Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Sep 2, 2023

Aug 14, 2023Health Complaint1 citation
  • 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, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Aug 16, 2023

Nov 18, 2022Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard19 citations
  • Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

    Severity J of L: immediate jeopardy, isolatedCorrected Feb 3, 2023

  • Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

    Severity G of L: actual harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 19, 2022

  • Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Dec 6, 2022

  • Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Nov 19, 2022

  • Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Mar 4, 2024

  • Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Nov 19, 2022

  • Conduct risk assessment and an All-Hazards approach.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Nov 19, 2022

  • Develop Emergency Preparedness policies and procedures.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Nov 19, 2022

  • Develop a communication plan.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Nov 19, 2022

  • Provide family notifications of emergency plan.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Nov 19, 2022

  • Establish emergency prep training and testing.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Nov 19, 2022

  • Establish staff and initial training requirements.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Nov 23, 2022

  • Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Nov 19, 2022

  • Implement emergency and standby power systems.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Nov 28, 2022

  • Provide properly protected cooking facilities.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Nov 23, 2022

  • Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 19, 2022

  • 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 Nov 19, 2022

  • Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 19, 2022

  • Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 19, 2022

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 BRIA of Columbia offer?

BRIA of Columbia offers Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.

Where is BRIA of Columbia located?

BRIA of Columbia is located at 253 Bradington Drive in Columbia, Illinois.

What do families say about BRIA of Columbia?

BRIA of Columbia draws sharply divided reviews: many families praise attentive nurses, aides, and administrators who go above and beyond, while a large number of others report serious concerns about cleanliness, understaffing, and medication or care errors. The facility has undergone renovations and leadership changes, which some reviewers say have improved conditions, but persistent complaints about odor, staffing shortages, and inconsistent care continue to surface.

How did BRIA of Columbia do on recent health and safety inspections?

BRIA of Columbia had 21 government inspection visits in the last three years, with 71 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.

How can families visit BRIA of Columbia?

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