Buckingham South
Assisted Living, Home Care, Hospice Care, Memory Care, Nursing Care, Palliative Care & Respite Care · Savannah, GA
Buckingham South
Assisted Living, Home Care, Hospice Care, Memory Care, Nursing Care, Palliative Care & Respite Care · Savannah, GA
Overview of Buckingham South
Conveniently located in beautiful and historic Savannah, GA, Buckingham South is an idyllic retreat that offers comprehensive care, including assisted living, memory care, hospice care, and respite care. Committed to improving residents’ well-being, the community provides top-notch care and assistance with a kind and highly trained team attending to their needs 24/7. As a locally owned and operated community, residents can rest assured of receiving personalized care while staying on budget with its affordable rates.
Enrich retirement with a jam-packed calendar of fun activities and engaging programs, conducted for residents to remain active and socially connected. Healthy and delicious meals are also served to satisfy residents’ dietary needs and preferences. With the community’s range of care options and high-quality amenities, residents will surely have the finest retirement experience.
92-bed community Rank #264 / 661Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 264th out of 661 homes we track in Georgia for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Georgia facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Georgia that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
27 years in operation Rank #105 / 671Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 105th out of 671 homes we track in Georgia for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Georgia facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Georgia that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score: 61 / 100 Rank #187 / 838Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 187th out of 838 homes we track in Georgia for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Georgia facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Georgia that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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About this community
Facility TypeAssisted Living Community
IssuanceNovember 7, 2014
CountyChatham
Inspection Rating100% State Inspection
Buckingham South is administered by Regina Terry-Wells.
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing
Specific ProgramsSenior Assisted Living, Senior Nursing Care, Skilled Hospice Care, Senior Respite Care, Senior Sitter Services, Rehab Care Services, 24-Hour Care Services
Inspection History
In Georgia, the Department of Community Health, Healthcare Facility Regulation Division conducts unannounced inspections to ensure facilities adhere to state health and safety requirements.
Since 2017 · 9 years of data
These figures come from state-published and/or federal inspection records. The period covered can vary depending on document availability.
17 deficiencies
20 inspections
Inspection Scorecard
This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Georgia state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.
Since 2017 vs. Georgia state average
Overall vs. GA average
0 Worse
No metrics in this bucket.
2 Better
Metrics better than Georgia average:
• Total deficiencies (32% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (40% below)
• Total deficiencies (32% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (40% below)
Deficiencies
| This Facility | GA Average | vs. GA Avg |
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 17 | 25 | This facility has 32% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Georgia assisted living residence (17 vs. GA avg 25).↓ 32% better |
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Deficiencies per inspection
Average deficiencies per inspection.
| 0.9 | 1.5 | This facility has 40% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Georgia assisted living residence (0.9 vs. GA avg 1.5).↓ 40% better |
Inspections
| This Facility | GA Average | vs. GA Avg |
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Total inspections
Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility.
| 20 | 17 | This facility has had 18% more total inspections than the Georgia average (20 vs. GA avg 17). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 18% more |
What does this home offer?
No pets allowed
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: Mid-rise
Transportation Services
Housekeeping Services
Recreational Activities
Safety Systems
Security Systems
Places of interest near Buckingham South
4.9 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Savannah's city center to Buckingham South's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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Info below is compiled from the GA Dept. of Community Health (DCH), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.
Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.
Care Types in This Table
AL (Assisted Living):
Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing.
NH (Nursing Home):
24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs.
SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility):
Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness.
MC (Memory Care):
Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia.
RC (Respite Care):
Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break.
IL (Independent Living):
Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
HC (Home Care):
Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing.
HOS (Hospice Care):
Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
PC (Palliative Care):
Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment.
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City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
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Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
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Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
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Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
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Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
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Number of years the company has been in operation.
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Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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A named contact for the facility. Hover the name to see their role — Administrator (state administrator of record or facility-provided administrator), Nursing Director, Medical Director, or Staff. The most authoritative available is shown.
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Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
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Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
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The average number of deficiencies this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total deficiencies ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
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| Buckingham South | AL HC HOS MC NH PC RC | Savannah | 92
Facility
92
GA AVG
87
Rank
#264 / 661 | No |
61
Facility
61
GA AVG
41
Rank
#187 / 838 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 27
Facility
27
GA AVG
14
Rank
#105 / 671 | A+ | Regina Terry-Wells | 20 | 17
Facility
17
GA AVG
21
Rank
#356 / 480 | 0.9
Facility
0.9
GA AVG
1.2
Rank
#285 / 480 |
| The Social at Savannah | AL IL MC RC | Savannah (Wilshire Estates) | 73
Facility
73
GA AVG
87
Rank
#365 / 661 | Yes |
38
Facility
38
GA AVG
41
Rank
#464 / 838 | Suite | 4
Facility
4
GA AVG
14
Rank
#531 / 671 | A | Dallas Jessi Tompa | 14 | 7
Facility
7
GA AVG
21
Rank
#255 / 480 | 0.5
Facility
0.5
GA AVG
1.2
Rank
#187 / 480 |
| Oaks at Habersham | AL MC RC | Savannah (Midtown) | 72
Facility
72
GA AVG
87
Rank
#369 / 661 | Yes |
56
Facility
56
GA AVG
41
Rank
#251 / 838 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 11
Facility
11
GA AVG
14
Rank
#216 / 671 | - | David Dixon | 9 | 6
Facility
6
GA AVG
21
Rank
#231 / 480 | 0.7
Facility
0.7
GA AVG
1.2
Rank
#242 / 480 |
| The Marshes of Skidaway Island | AL IL MC NH RC SNF | Savannah | 31
Facility
31
GA AVG
87
Rank
#587 / 661 | Yes |
11
Facility
11
GA AVG
41
Rank
#717 / 838 | Cottages / Town Homes / Villas | 12
Facility
12
GA AVG
14
Rank
#184 / 671 | - | Ms. Heather Kjelstad | 12 | 12
Facility
12
GA AVG
21
Rank
#316 / 480 | 1.0
Facility
1.0
GA AVG
1.2
Rank
#304 / 480 |
| The Marshes of Skidaway Island | AL IL MC NH RC SNF | Savannah | 31
Facility
31
GA AVG
87
Rank
#587 / 661 | Yes |
11
Facility
11
GA AVG
41
Rank
#717 / 838 | - | 12
Facility
12
GA AVG
14
Rank
#184 / 671 | - | Ms. Heather Kjelstad | 8 | - | - |
Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Georgia
Buckingham South is located in Savannah, Georgia.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Buckingham South
Is Buckingham South in a walkable area?
Buckingham South has a walk score of 61. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
How long has Buckingham South been in business?
Buckingham South has been operating for approximately 27 years, based on available licensing and registration records.
Are pets allowed at Buckingham South?
No, Buckingham South has a no-pet policy.
Who is the administrator of Buckingham South?
Regina Terry-Wells is the administrator of Buckingham South.
How many beds does Buckingham South have?
Buckingham South has 92 beds.
Has Buckingham South had any deficiencies?
Buckingham South has had 17 reported deficiencies since 2017 according to records from Georgia Department of Community Health (DCH).
Are there photos of Buckingham South?
Yes — there are 5 photos of Buckingham South in the photo gallery on this page.
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