King’s Bridge Retirement Center
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Atlanta, GA

King’s Bridge Retirement Center

Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Atlanta, GA

Overview of King’s Bridge Retirement Center

King’s Bridge Retirement Center offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Atlanta, GA. The community opened in 1985 and is located in the Briarcliff Heights neighborhood, with Kevin Shaw serving as administrator. Assisted living includes help with dressing, bathing, and medication while residents keep their own apartments. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

All three care levels are available here. A resident whose needs grow may be able to move within the community without leaving familiar surroundings, which can suit someone planning for changing care needs over time. The community has 80 beds. Respite care offers a short stay when a family’s usual caregiver needs to travel or recover, and scheduled transportation supports appointments and outings without requiring a resident or family member to arrange each trip independently.

Restaurant-style dining includes diverse menus with healthy favorites and innovative dishes, so meals are prepared in a dining venue rather than a standard cafeteria setting. Outdoor courtyards provide places for planting, gardening, and relaxation, while the beauty salon lets residents arrange grooming on site. The wellness center is open every day, and volunteer projects give residents a specific way to participate in community service.

A Walk Score of 80 places the area in the very walkable band, meaning most errands can be done on foot. For a resident who no longer drives, that level of walkability can support getting out independently for everyday errands.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions. 80 Rank #235 / 527Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 235th out of 527 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.

Smaller home · May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Years of operating Info An established community with some operational experience and growing routines. This is the number of years in operation under current management. Rank #302 / 549Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 302nd out of 549 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.
7 years
Walk Score Info Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk. Rank #16 / 701Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 16th out of 701 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.
80 / 100

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Community
IssuanceNovember 14, 2018
CountyDekalb

Ownership & Operating Entity

King’s Bridge Retirement Center is administered by Kevin Shaw.

Safety & Compliance

Emergency Systems24-Hour Security & Emergency Call System for Peace of Mind.

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Contact Information

Additional Policies & Features

Pets not allowed

Amenities & Lifestyle

Salon
General Store
Dining
Wellness Center
Multiple Community Lounges
Outdoor Gathering Spaces
Activities
Specific ProgramsVolunteer Projects
Religious ServicesChaplain on Staff
Volunteer Program
Operating HoursMo-Su 00:00-23:59

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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.

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Address 6.4 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Atlanta's city center to King’s Bridge Retirement Center'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-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our 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. 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.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
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.
Heartis Buckhead Senior Living
AL
IL
MC
Ne Atlanta (Buckhead)
132
Facility 132
GA AVG 81
Rank #55 / 527
No
84
Facility 84
GA AVG 40
Rank #10 / 701
1 Bed / 2 Bed
4
Facility 4
GA AVG 12
Rank #417 / 549
C+Lisa Robinson-Kerr5
0
Facility 0
GA AVG 21
Rank #1 / 478
0.0
Facility 0.0
GA AVG 1.3
Rank #1 / 478
The Retreat at Sandy Springs
AL
MC
RC
Sandy Springs (Hightower Office Park)
123
Facility 123
GA AVG 81
Rank #70 / 527
No
54
Facility 54
GA AVG 40
Rank #215 / 701
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
2
Facility 2
GA AVG 12
Rank #501 / 549
-Tammie Barker3
0
Facility 0
GA AVG 21
Rank #1 / 478
0.0
Facility 0.0
GA AVG 1.3
Rank #1 / 478
Belmont Village Senior Living Buckhead
AL
MC
Atlanta
100
Facility 100
GA AVG 81
Rank #124 / 527
Yes
47
Facility 47
GA AVG 40
Rank #278 / 701
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
14
Facility 14
GA AVG 12
Rank #110 / 549
AClint Strickland12
1
Facility 1
GA AVG 21
Rank #92 / 478
0.1
Facility 0.1
GA AVG 1.3
Rank #92 / 478
King’s Bridge Retirement Center
AL
IL
MC
Ne Atlanta (Briarcliff Heights)
80
Facility 80
GA AVG 81
Rank #235 / 527
No
80
Facility 80
GA AVG 40
Rank #16 / 701
-
7
Facility 7
GA AVG 12
Rank #302 / 549
-Kevin Shaw---
The Piedmont at Buckhead
AL
IL
MC
Atlanta (Buckhead)
60
Facility 60
GA AVG 81
Rank #330 / 527
Yes
74
Facility 74
GA AVG 40
Rank #44 / 701
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
11
Facility 11
GA AVG 12
Rank #152 / 549
-Jeffrey Whitten13
3
Facility 3
GA AVG 21
Rank #154 / 478
0.2
Facility 0.2
GA AVG 1.3
Rank #110 / 478

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Georgia

King’s Bridge Retirement Center is located in NE ATLANTA, Georgia.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Georgia.

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Community Care Services Program

Georgia Medicaid CCSP

Age 65+ or disabled
General Georgia resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
GA

High rural demand; waitlists possible.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Adult day care (~$75/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Meals

Respite Care Program

Georgia NFCSP Respite

Age Caregiver of someone 60+ (or with dementia)
General Georgia resident.
Income Limits No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
Asset Limits Not applicable.
GA

Focus on metro and rural balance.

Benefits
In-home aide (4-6 hours/day) Adult day care (~$75/day) Facility stay (up to 5 days)

Home and Community Services (HCS)

Georgia Home and Community Services (Non-Medicaid)

Age 60+
General Georgia resident, functionally impaired, at risk of nursing home placement.
Income Limits (2025) No strict limit; prioritizes ~$41,000/year; cost-sharing for higher incomes.
Asset Limits Not specified; need-based.
GA

Non-Medicaid; AAA-managed.

Benefits
Personal care (4-6 hours/day) Homemaker Adult day care ($80/day) Respite (~5 days/year)

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Georgia Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General Georgia resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI).
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
GA

Three tiers; entitlement benefit.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

Georgia Medicaid PACE

Age 55+
General Georgia resident, nursing home-level care need, safe with PACE support.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
GA

Limited areas (e.g., Macon, Augusta).

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Medical care Meals Transportation Therapy

SOURCE (Service Options Using Resources in a Community Environment)

Georgia Medicaid SOURCE Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General Georgia resident, Medicaid-eligible, frail but not necessarily nursing home-level.
Income Limits (2025) ~$914/month (SSI level); QIT allowed.
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
GA

Enhanced primary care model; statewide via 12 sites.

Benefits
Personal care (4-6 hours/day) Case management Adult day health ($80/day) Respite (limited)

Optional State Supplementation (OSS)

Georgia Optional State Supplementation

Age 65+ or disabled
General Georgia resident, in approved facility, low-income/SSI recipient.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,004/month including SSI
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
GA

~$20-$489/month based on facility type.

Benefits
Cash (~$20-$489/month) for room/board in personal care homes

Frequently Asked Questions about King’s Bridge Retirement Center

What neighborhood is King’s Bridge Retirement Center in?

King’s Bridge Retirement Center is in the Briarcliff Heights neighborhood of ATLANTA.

Is King’s Bridge Retirement Center in a walkable area?

King’s Bridge Retirement Center has a walk score of 80. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

How long has King’s Bridge Retirement Center been in business?

King’s Bridge Retirement Center has been operating for approximately 7 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Does King’s Bridge Retirement Center have different floorplan options?

Yes — see the floorplan options available at King’s Bridge Retirement Center on this page.

Are pets allowed at King’s Bridge Retirement Center?

No, King’s Bridge Retirement Center has a no-pet policy.

What is the best email address for King’s Bridge Retirement Center?

The team at King’s Bridge Retirement Center can be reached at rblack@kingsbridge.org.

Who is the administrator of King’s Bridge Retirement Center?

Kevin Shaw is the administrator of King’s Bridge Retirement Center.

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