Heritage Oaks Retirement Living
Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · St Simons, GA

Heritage Oaks Retirement Living

Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · St Simons, GA

Overview of Heritage Oaks Retirement Living

Heritage Oaks Retirement Living offers assisted living, independent living, memory care and respite care in St Simons, GA. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing and medication, while independent living offers private living with community services and no daily care. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Respite care gives a family caregiver a short stay option when they need to travel or recover.

With 34 beds, Heritage Oaks Retirement Living is a smaller community where staff and residents can get to know each other. Studio, one bedroom and two bedroom residences are available. A studio suits one resident, while a two bedroom can accommodate a couple moving together or someone who wants a companion. Several care levels in one community may suit a resident whose needs grow over time without requiring a move elsewhere.

A salon, rehabilitation services, scheduled local transportation and activities such as fitness classes, arts and crafts, educational seminars and group outings are available. A Walk Score of 67 means the area is somewhat walkable, with some errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives may be able to handle some nearby errands independently. Myra Braswell serves as the administrator.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions. 34 Rank #358 / 426Bed count — State benchmarkedThis assisted living community is ranked 358th out of 426 assisted living communities 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 compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Georgia that reports data for that category. Assisted living 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 A newer community that may feature more recent facilities and programs. This is the number of years in operation under current management. Rank #402 / 426Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis assisted living community is ranked 402nd out of 426 assisted living communities 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 compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Georgia that reports data for that category. Assisted living 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.
1 year
Walk Score Info Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities. Rank #58 / 466Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis assisted living community is ranked 58th out of 466 assisted living communities 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 compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Georgia that reports data for that category. Assisted living 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.
67 / 100

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Community
IssuanceMarch 6, 2025
CountyGlynn

Ownership & Operating Entity

Heritage Oaks Retirement Living is administered by Myra Braswell.

Safety & Compliance

Emergency SystemsYes
Safety FeaturesEmergency response systems, secure entrances, 24/7 staff

Therapy & Rehabilitation

2 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Services

1 service
Memory Support

Additional Policies & Features

Pets not allowed
Minimum Age55
HousekeepingYes
Utilities IncludedYes

Amenities & Lifestyle

Emergency Call System
Dining
Scheduled Transportation
Activities
Cable Tv
Fitness Center
Salon
Noon Meal Included
Spiritual Enrichment Programs
ActivitiesEngaging activities including social gatherings, fitness classes, arts and crafts, educational seminars, and group outings
Specific ProgramsCatered Living, Memory Support Neighborhood, Events/Activities

Room Variety

Room TypesStudio, One-Bedroom, Two-Bedroom

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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.

Since 2025 · 1 year of data These figures come from state-published data and the state inspection reports we hold on file. The period covered can vary depending on document availability.
Includes all inspection records for this property, which could include management/ownership changes.
1 deficiency 2 inspections

Inspection Scorecard Info 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 2025 vs. Georgia state average
Overall vs. GA average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 2 Better Metrics better than Georgia average:
• Total deficiencies (96% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (62% below)

Deficiencies Info Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityGA Averagevs. GA Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 125.0 This facility has 96% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Georgia assisted living residence (1 vs. GA avg 25).↓ 96% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 0.51.3 This facility has 62% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Georgia assisted living residence (0.5 vs. GA avg 1.3).↓ 62% better

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityGA Averagevs. GA Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility. 216.0 This facility has had 88% fewer total inspections than the Georgia average (2 vs. GA avg 16). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 88% fewer

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Address 0.0 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from St Simons's city center to Heritage Oaks Retirement Living'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. 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.
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.
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.
Addington Place of Brunswick
AL
MC
RC
Brunswick
65
Facility 65
GA AVG 75
Rank #241 / 426
Yes
32
Facility 32
GA AVG 38
Rank #254 / 466
Studio / Suite / 1 Bed
9
Facility 9
GA AVG 11
Rank #151 / 426
Kristen Hardy15
12
Facility 12
GA AVG 21
Rank #267 / 378
0.8
Facility 0.8
GA AVG 1.3
Rank #231 / 378
Homelife on Glynco
AL
MC
RC
Brunswick
65
Facility 65
GA AVG 75
Rank #241 / 426
No
79
Facility 79
GA AVG 38
Rank #11 / 466
-
12
Facility 12
GA AVG 11
Rank #96 / 426
Roxan Campfield23
46
Facility 46
GA AVG 21
Rank #360 / 378
2.0
Facility 2.0
GA AVG 1.3
Rank #344 / 378
Heritage Oaks Retirement Living
AL
IL
MC
RC
St Simons
34
Facility 34
GA AVG 75
Rank #358 / 426
No
67
Facility 67
GA AVG 38
Rank #58 / 466
-
1
Facility 1
GA AVG 11
Rank #402 / 426
Myra Braswell2
1
Facility 1
GA AVG 21
Rank #76 / 378
0.5
Facility 0.5
GA AVG 1.3
Rank #163 / 378
Heritage Oaks Retirement Living
AL
IL
St Simons (Demere Park)
34
Facility 34
GA AVG 75
Rank #358 / 426
No
67
Facility 67
GA AVG 38
Rank #58 / 466
-
1
Facility 1
GA AVG 11
Rank #402 / 426
Myra Braswell---
Marsh’s Edge
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Saint Simons Island
32
Facility 32
GA AVG 75
Rank #360 / 426
Yes
67
Facility 67
GA AVG 38
Rank #58 / 466
-
12
Facility 12
GA AVG 11
Rank #96 / 426
Mr. Chris Murray12
6
Facility 6
GA AVG 21
Rank #196 / 378
0.5
Facility 0.5
GA AVG 1.3
Rank #163 / 378

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each assisted living community is ranked against every other GA assisted living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 5 on this page. See how we rank facilities

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Georgia

Heritage Oaks Retirement Living is located in ST SIMONS, 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 Heritage Oaks Retirement Living

Is Heritage Oaks Retirement Living in a walkable area?

Heritage Oaks Retirement Living has a walk score of 67. Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

How long has Heritage Oaks Retirement Living been in business?

Heritage Oaks Retirement Living has been operating for approximately 1 year, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Heritage Oaks Retirement Living?

No, Heritage Oaks Retirement Living has a no-pet policy.

Who is the administrator of Heritage Oaks Retirement Living?

Myra Braswell is the administrator of Heritage Oaks Retirement Living.

How many beds does Heritage Oaks Retirement Living have?

Heritage Oaks Retirement Living has 34 beds.

Has Heritage Oaks Retirement Living had any deficiencies?

Heritage Oaks Retirement Living has had 1 reported deficiency according to records from Georgia Department of Community Health (DCH).

Are there photos of Heritage Oaks Retirement Living?

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