Willow Creek Macon

Overview of Willow Creek Macon

Willow Creek Macon has a proven track record of providing excellent services. With a rich history of providing exceptional services over the past two decades, this community prides itself on offering top-notch assisted living and memory care options. It offers both assisted living and memory care, ensuring that every resident receives top-notch care and support. The community is thoughtfully designed with senior-friendly spaces and facilities, including outdoor areas for socialization and well-equipped spaces that make daily living a breeze.

At Willow Creek Macon, you’ll find a tight-knit community that feels like family, where every moment is cherished, and every resident’s well-being is the top priority.

(478) 845-2020

Managed by Shemeka Repress

Administrator

Shemeka Repress serves as the Administrator of Willow Creek Macon, leading the community with dedication and expertise. She plays a key role in ensuring a warm, supportive environment for residents and staff alike, fostering a high standard of care throughout the facility.

24-bed community

A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions.

7 years in operation

An established community with some operational experience and growing routines.

Walk Score: 7 / 100

Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

About this community

Facility TypePersonal Care Home

IssuanceJune 29, 2018

CountyBibb

Willow Creek Macon is administrated by Ms Marilyn Dugger.

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

ContactMr. John Welch

What does this home offer?

Housing Options: Suite

Building Type: Single-story

Transportation Services

Fitness and Recreation

Types of Care at Willow Creek Macon

Assisted Living Independent Living

Since 2018 · 8 years of data 9 deficiencies 28 inspections

Inspection Scorecard This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, 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 2018 vs. Georgia state average

Overall vs. GA average

Latest Inspection June 5, 2025 Complaint Investigation

Deficiencies Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

Metric	This Facility	GA Average	vs. GA Avg
Total deficiencies Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.	9	21	This facility has 57% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Georgia assisted living residence (9 vs. GA avg 21).↓ 57% better
Deficiencies per year Average deficiencies per year since 2018.	1.1	2.6	This facility has 58% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Georgia assisted living residence (1.1 vs. GA avg 2.6).↓ 58% better
Deficiencies per inspection Average deficiencies per inspection.	0.3	2.1	This facility has 86% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Georgia assisted living residence (0.3 vs. GA avg 2.1).↓ 86% better

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

Metric	This Facility	GA Average	vs. GA Avg
Total inspections Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.	28	10	This facility has 180% more total inspections than a typical Georgia assisted living residence (28 vs. GA avg 10).↑ 180% worse

Inspection Reports Summary An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

The most recent inspection on June 5, 2025, found no deficiencies. Earlier inspections generally showed no rule violations, with only a few substantiated deficiencies related to staff training, medication management, and resident care documented in reports from 2019 to early 2023. Inspectors cited issues such as missing medication training documentation, incomplete criminal background checks, delays in medication refills, and failure to provide timely resident care. Complaint investigations were mostly unsubstantiated, with the exception of a few substantiated cases involving staff neglect and documentation lapses. The overall trend suggests improvement, as recent inspections have consistently found no deficiencies.

Read the full inspection reports for this facility, including detailed findings and corrective actions.

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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).

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.

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.

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).

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).

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).

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).

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

Benefits

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

11.5 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Macon's city center to Willow Creek Macon's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 3.88 miles to nearest hospital (The Little Clinic)

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What neighborhood is Willow Creek Macon in?

Willow Creek Macon is in the Walden neighborhood of Macon.

Is Willow Creek Macon in a walkable area?

Willow Creek Macon has a walk score of 7. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

Who is the administrator of Willow Creek Macon?

Ms MARILYN DUGGER is the administrator of Willow Creek Macon.

How many beds does Willow Creek Macon have?

Willow Creek Macon has 24 beds.

What is the phone number of Willow Creek Macon?

(478) 845-2020 will put you in contact with the team at Willow Creek Macon.

What county is Willow Creek Macon located in?

Willow Creek Macon is in Bibb County.

Is Willow Creek Macon Medicare or Medicaid certified?

Willow Creek Macon is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.