Blue Ridge Assisted Living and Memory Care
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Blue Ridge, GA
Blue Ridge Assisted Living and Memory Care
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Blue Ridge, GA
Overview of Blue Ridge Assisted Living and Memory Care
Situated in the peaceful town of Blue Ridge, GA, Blue Ridge Assisted Living and Memory Care is an exceptional senior living community that provides assisted living and memory care. The community features a wide range of floor plans including suite, one-, and two-bedroom apartments. Blue Ridge Assisted Living and Memory Care is a haven for seniors to live freely with a kind and compassionate team handling housekeeping duties and maintenance.
The community features several exclusive programs to ensure top-tier care and assistance including SHINE Memory Care Program wherein scientific principles are utilized to enhance its residents’ comprehension and engagement with their surroundings. Moreover, residents enjoy dining catered to their needs with delicious and healthy meals served daily. Amenities include a multi-function arts, crafts, and game area, a beauty salon and barbershop, a Grande clubhouse, and beautifully manicured grounds and courtyards.
134-bed community Rank #88 / 663Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 88th out of 663 homes 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.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. 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 larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
9 years in operation Rank #287 / 672Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 287th out of 672 homes 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.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. 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: 8 / 100 Rank #748 / 839Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 748th out of 839 homes 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.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. 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
IssuanceJune 30, 2017
CountyFannin
Blue Ridge Assisted Living and Memory Care is administered by Ms. Elizabeth Zylstra.
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing
Arts & Crafts
Game Room
Activities
Salon
Wellness Center
Courtyard
Pet Friendly
Activities
Specific ProgramsHealth And Fitness, Concierge, Transportation, Housekeeping
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 2017 · 9 years of data
12 deficiencies
24 inspections
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 2017 vs. Georgia state average
Overall vs. GA average
0 Worse
No metrics in this bucket.
1 Better
Metrics better than Georgia average:
• Total deficiencies (43% below)
• Total deficiencies (43% below)
Deficiencies
| This Facility | GA Average | vs. GA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 12 | 21 | This facility has 43% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Georgia assisted living residence (12 vs. GA avg 21).↓ 43% better |
Inspections
| This Facility | GA Average | vs. GA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total inspections
Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility.
| 24 | 17 | This facility has had 41% more total inspections than the Georgia average (24 vs. GA avg 17). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 41% more |
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: Single-story
Over 30 years of experience
MonaJane Lippit is the Executive Director at Blue Ridge Assisted Living and Memory Care. She brings over 30 years of experience in corporate healthcare and leadership, with a strong background in rehabilitation and senior/assisted living. MonaJane is passionate about resident satisfaction and dedicated to serving the seniors at Blue Ridge.
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1.7 miles from city center
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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.
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#437 / 482 | 1.3
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1.2
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#350 / 482 |
| Blue Ridge Assisted Living and Memory Care | AL MC | Blue Ridge | 134
Facility
134
GA AVG
87
Rank
#88 / 663 | Yes |
8
Facility
8
GA AVG
41
Rank
#748 / 839 | Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 9
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9
GA AVG
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#287 / 672 | Ms. Elizabeth Zylstra | 24 | 12
Facility
12
GA AVG
21
Rank
#318 / 482 | 0.5
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GA AVG
1.2
Rank
#190 / 482 |
| Harborview Health Systems Jesup | AL MC NH SNF | Jesup | 90
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64
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64
GA AVG
41
Rank
#156 / 839 | - | 10
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10
GA AVG
14
Rank
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46
GA AVG
21
Rank
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1.5
GA AVG
1.2
Rank
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| Miona Geriatric & Dementia Center | AL HOS MC NH PC SNF | Ideal | 88
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88
GA AVG
87
Rank
#296 / 663 | No |
11
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11
GA AVG
41
Rank
#718 / 839 | - | 53
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53
GA AVG
14
Rank
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17
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21
Rank
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GA AVG
1.2
Rank
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GA AVG
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50
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GA AVG
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Rank
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52
GA AVG
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Rank
#16 / 672 | Angela Watkins | 23 | 48
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48
GA AVG
21
Rank
#444 / 482 | 2.1
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GA AVG
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Rank
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Frequently Asked Questions about Blue Ridge Assisted Living and Memory Care
Is Blue Ridge Assisted Living and Memory Care in a walkable area?
Blue Ridge Assisted Living and Memory Care has a walk score of 8. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
How long has Blue Ridge Assisted Living and Memory Care been in business?
Blue Ridge Assisted Living and Memory Care has been operating for approximately 9 years, based on available licensing and registration records.
Does Blue Ridge Assisted Living and Memory Care have different floorplan options?
Yes — see the floorplan options available at Blue Ridge Assisted Living and Memory Care on this page.
Are pets allowed at Blue Ridge Assisted Living and Memory Care?
Yes, Blue Ridge Assisted Living and Memory Care allows residents to bring their pets.
Who is the administrator of Blue Ridge Assisted Living and Memory Care?
Ms ELIZABETH ZYLSTRA is the administrator of Blue Ridge Assisted Living and Memory Care.
How many beds does Blue Ridge Assisted Living and Memory Care have?
Blue Ridge Assisted Living and Memory Care has 134 beds.
Has Blue Ridge Assisted Living and Memory Care had any deficiencies?
Blue Ridge Assisted Living and Memory Care has had 12 reported deficiencies since 2017 according to records from Georgia Department of Community Health (DCH).
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