Oaks at Dalton
Oaks at Dalton
Oaks at Dalton is a 48-bed assisted living facility located at 2470 Dug Gap Road in Dalton, Georgia. Operating since September 2021 under the administration of Tamika Lipscomb, the community offers personal care and respite services within a 24-hour staffing model. The property includes safety features like grab bars and emergency pull cords, as well as amenities such as a pet therapy program and restaurant-style dining. Due to a Walk Score of 7, the neighborhood is vehicle-dependent for off-site errands.
Evaluating the property’s regulatory performance, state data from the Georgia Department of Community Health reveals that the facility averages 1.3 deficiencies annually, which is 73% better than the state baseline for assisted living. While the facility achieved a citations-per-inspection rate of zero during routine audits and complaint reviews in mid-to-late 2025, past investigations documented critical care and reporting failures. A June 2024 state audit substantiated that an employee roughly handled a resident during a diaper change in early 2024, and the administration subsequently failed to report the abuse allegation to the state as required by law. The responsible staff member was suspended and terminated following the incident.
Additional state investigations highlighted further operational gaps concerning nursing coverage and emergency response times. An October 2024 complaint investigation cited the community for failing to have a registered or practical nurse on-site between July and August 2024, backed by an absence of mandatory nursing logs. Additionally, a December 2022 review substantiated concerns regarding delayed staff response times to resident emergency call pendants. A December 2024 follow-up inspection verified that the previous deficiencies had been corrected, and no formal state fines or license restrictions are on record.
Regarding daily operations, care services are supplemented by routine housekeeping, laundry options, on-site rehabilitation coordination, and organized social activities. The small-scale, 48-bed capacity is designed for close personal assistance, though historical records show that administrative attention has fluctuated regarding mandatory state reporting timelines and clinical oversight. Management has utilized verified corrective actions to stabilize its newer operations following the staffing and abuse investigations.
Prospective representatives seeking personal care options should directly question the administrator about current nurse scheduling and key abuse-prevention protocols. This environment is best for individuals who require routine daily assistance and whose sponsors can actively verify the responsiveness of the emergency call system.
48-bed community Rank #523 / 672Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 523rd out of 672 homes in Georgia. 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.Rankings are based only on facilities in Georgia that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
4 years in operation Rank #525 / 670Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 525th out of 670 homes in Georgia. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Georgia facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Rankings are based only on facilities in Georgia that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
An established community with some operational experience and growing routines.
Walk Score: 7 / 100 Rank #765 / 873Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 765th out of 873 homes in Georgia. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Georgia facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Rankings are based only on facilities in Georgia that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
About this community
Facility TypeAssisted Living Community
IssuanceSeptember 21, 2021
CountyWhitfield
Oaks at Dalton is administered by Tamika Lipscomb.
Wheelchair Accessible
Emergency SystemsYes
Safety FeaturesGrab bars and emergency pull cords in apartments.
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Nursing Services
24-Hour Staffing
Visitor PolicyVisitors are welcome at any time.
HousekeepingYes
Linen ServiceYes
Restaurant-Style Dining
Social Lounges
Pet Therapy Program
Walking Paths
Fitness Sessions
Game Rooms
Hairdresser & Salon
ActivitiesFull calendar of activities including trivia, Bingo, and live entertainment
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 2022 · 4 years of data
4 deficiencies
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 2022 vs. Georgia state average
Overall vs. GA average
0 Worse
No metrics in this bucket.
2 Better
Metrics better than Georgia average:
• Total deficiencies (81% below)
• Deficiencies per year (81% below)
• Total deficiencies (81% below)
• Deficiencies per year (81% below)
Latest Inspection
September 16, 2025
Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies
| This Facility | GA Average | vs. GA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 4 | 21 | This facility has 81% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Georgia assisted living residence (4 vs. GA avg 21).↓ 81% better |
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Deficiencies per year
Average deficiencies per year since 2022.
| 1 | 5.3 | This facility has 81% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Georgia assisted living residence (1 vs. GA avg 5.3).↓ 81% better |
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
- Most recent inspection on September 16, 2025, found no rule violations during complaint investigation #GA50005077.
- October 4, 2024, complaint investigation found no licensed nurse on-site from July to August 2024, violating required nursing oversight.
- June 26, 2024, complaint investigation substantiated rough handling of a resident and failure to report abuse as required by law.
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The information below is reported by the Georgia Department of Community Health, Healthcare Facility Regulation Division.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Oaks at Dalton
Is Oaks at Dalton in a walkable area?
Oaks at Dalton has a walk score of 7. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
Does Oaks at Dalton have different floorplan options?
Yes — see the floorplan options available at Oaks at Dalton on this page.
What is the best email address for Oaks at Dalton?
The team at Oaks at Dalton can be reached at tamika.lipscomb@oslcares.com.
Who is the administrator of Oaks at Dalton?
Tamika Lipscomb is the administrator of Oaks at Dalton.
How many beds does Oaks at Dalton have?
Oaks at Dalton has 48 beds.
Are there photos of Oaks at Dalton?
Yes — there are 24 photos of Oaks at Dalton in the photo gallery on this page.
What is the address of Oaks at Dalton?
Oaks at Dalton is located at 2470 Dug Gap Road, Dalton, GA 30720.
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