Mabry Health Care, a family-owned nursing home founded in 1979, has served the Gainesboro community for over four decades. Located 88 miles outside of Nashville, the center has been a trusted provider of quality care, evolving to meet the needs of its residents. Originally focused solely on skilled nursing care, the center expanded its services in 2005 to include assisted living. Today, the facility comprises 108 total beds/units, including 80 skilled nursing beds and 28 assisted living beds across 16 units.

However, despite its deep roots and longstanding presence in the community, Mabry Health Care was struggling with considerable challenges at the time it hit the market. The community was operating at 71% occupancy and had received a 1-star rating from the CMS. These obstacles, as well as the state’s market conditions, led the owner to explore options for transitioning out of the business.

When the owner of Mabry Health Care & Rehabilitation Center decided to step back, ESI was hired to guide the process. ESI facilitated an off-market transaction, connecting the seller with Strawberry Fields REIT, a strategic buyer known for its expertise in the skilled nursing and acute sectors. To ensure a smooth transition, Strawberry Fields’ operator stepped in to assist with operations before the sale was finalized, protecting the asset’s longevity and maintaining consistent quality of care for residents.