Thrive on Skidaway

Overview of Thrive on Skidaway

Situated on Skidaway Island, Thrive is a senior living community just a short distance from downtown Savannah. It offers customized care for several levels of support– independent living, assisted living, and memory care. The staff in this community focuses on giving residents the best quality of life possible which is achieved through programs geared towards building lasting relationships, fostering a sense of belongingness, and leading a purposeful life. With the belief that great care is a by-product of a meaningful relationship, the heart of Thrive Senior Living’s service stems directly from building the community.

The curated array of activities to choose from removes boredom from their residents’ vocabulary. A fire pit, a movie theater, a barre studio, and a trip to Georgia’s finest attractions are just a few of the things your loved one can enjoy at Thrive at Skidaway.

(912) 200-9830

47-bed community

A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.

5 years in operation

An established community with some operational experience and growing routines.

Walk Score: 36 / 100

Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

About this community

Facility TypeAssisted Living Community

IssuanceJune 3, 2025

CountyChatham

Thrive on Skidaway is administrated by Kay Lynn Evans.

What does this home offer?

Pets Allowed

Room Sizes: 346 / 405 / 485 / 878 - 1,558 sq. ft

Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

Building Type: 3-story

Transportation Services

Fitness and Recreation

Types of Care at Thrive on Skidaway

Assisted Living Independent Living Memory Care

Since 2020 · 6 years of data 9 deficiencies 9 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 2020 vs. Georgia state average

Overall vs. GA average

Latest Inspection June 18, 2025 Original Licensing

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 2020.	1.5	3.5	This facility has 57% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Georgia assisted living residence (1.5 vs. GA avg 3.5).↓ 57% better
Deficiencies per inspection Average deficiencies per inspection.	1	2.1	This facility has 52% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Georgia assisted living residence (1 vs. GA avg 2.1).↓ 52% 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.	9	10	This facility has 10% fewer total inspections than a typical Georgia assisted living residence (9 vs. GA avg 10).↓ 10% better

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 18, 2025, found no deficiencies. Earlier inspections showed a pattern of deficiencies related mainly to staffing issues, including inadequate nurse presence in the memory care unit and insufficient trained caregiver coverage, as well as failures in incident reporting and infection control practices. Complaint investigations mostly resulted in unsubstantiated findings, except for a citation regarding failure to report a serious incident within 24 hours and some staffing and supervision concerns. Enforcement actions such as fines or license suspensions were not listed in the available reports. The trend suggests improvement over time, with the most recent inspections showing no deficiencies after a period of multiple citations.

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

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Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Thrive on Skidaway

Thrive On Skidaway Plan 4

Thrive On Skidaway Plan 3

Thrive On Skidaway Plan 2

Thrive On Skidaway 1 Bed

Thrive On Skidaway Plan 5

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

14.4 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Savannah's city center to Thrive on Skidaway's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 4.45 miles to nearest hospital (Georgia Regional Hospital)

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Is Thrive on Skidaway in a walkable area?

Thrive on Skidaway has a walk score of 36. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

Who is the administrator of Thrive on Skidaway?

Kay Lynn Evans is the administrator of Thrive on Skidaway.

How many beds does Thrive on Skidaway have?

Thrive on Skidaway has 47 beds.

What is the phone number of Thrive on Skidaway?

(912) 200-9830 will put you in contact with the team at Thrive on Skidaway.

What county is Thrive on Skidaway located in?

Thrive on Skidaway is in Chatham County.

Is Thrive on Skidaway Medicare or Medicaid certified?

Thrive on Skidaway is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.