Dorothy C Benson Adult Day Care
Dorothy C Benson Adult Day Care
Dorothy C Benson Adult Day Care is a 30-capacity adult day facility located within a Fulton County multipurpose complex in Sandy Springs, Georgia. Managed by administrator Brenda Russell and serving the North Fulton County region for eight years, the center sits in a moderately walkable neighborhood with a Walk Score of 62, roughly one mile from Northside Hospital. The non-residential program accommodates participants aged 55 and older with functional limitations, operating Monday through Friday from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
State administrative tracking data managed by the Georgia Department of Community Health shows that past evaluation visits from 2017 and 2019 concluded with a citations-per-inspection rate of zero. Public regulatory registries indicate that the county-operated facility has no history of active corporate fines, administrative civil penalties, or operating license constraints on file. Because published state reviews have a multi-year data gap, local sponsors are advised to connect directly with the center’s staff to confirm contemporary quality assurance metrics and ongoing compliance standing.
In terms of weekday operations, the facility combines professional health monitoring and medication management with structured caregiver education. Internal teams provide participant transit, coordinate fitness classes, manage aquatics programs, and lead walking groups. The daily schedule includes breakfast, lunch, and snacks alongside specialized arts and crafts, ceramics, computer labs, English classes, educational lectures, and weekly community outings to regional retailers and cultural events.
Prospective representatives looking for a county-operated daytime program can utilize this facility’s diverse therapeutic curriculum to support a loved one’s independent living arrangement. The 30-participant environment functions well for older adults who do not require round-the-clock nursing care but benefit from routine physical tracking and peer interaction during typical business hours.
30-bed community Rank #590 / 661Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 590th out of 661 homes 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 cover every community we track in Georgia that reports data for that category. 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.
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
8 years in operation Rank #356 / 671Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 356th out of 671 homes 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 cover every community we track in Georgia that reports data for that category. 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.
An established community with some operational experience and growing routines.
Walk Score: 62 / 100 Rank #178 / 838Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 178th out of 838 homes 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 cover every community we track in Georgia that reports data for that category. 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.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
About this community
Facility TypeAdult Day Center
IssuanceMarch 26, 2018
CountyFulton
Dorothy C Benson Adult Day Care is administered by Brenda Russell.
Pets not allowed
Minimum Age55
Fitness Center
ActivitiesDaily activities include fitness and exercise classes, aquatics, walking groups, bingo and English classes, arts and crafts classes, ceramics, jewelry and card making, lectures on topics relevant to older adults, and weekly trips to area retailers, malls and cultural events
Specific ProgramsClasses in Art and Computer programs, Social networking opportunities, Nutritious meals (breakfast and lunch), Therapeutic and social activities and instruction, Health services, Aquatics and other fitness programs, Transportation, Physical fitness activities and instruction, Activities that promote socialization, Health and medication monitoring, Caregiver education and support services, Field trips and special events, Arts programs
Touring HoursBenson Center Multipurpose Complex: Monday through Friday, 9:00am to 4:00pm. Adult Day Program Hours: Monday through Friday, 7:00am to 6:00pm.
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.
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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 to lowest based on our ranking methodology.
Care Types in This Table
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.
RC (Respite Care):
Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break.
ADC (Adult Day Care):
Daytime supervision, health monitoring, and social activities for seniors who live at home.
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City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
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Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
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Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
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Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
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Number of years the company has been in operation.
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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.
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Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
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Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
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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.
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| Coastal Manor | ADC NH RC SNF | Se Ludowici | 108
Facility
108
GA AVG
87
Rank
#165 / 661 | No |
45
Facility
45
GA AVG
41
Rank
#371 / 838 | 27
Facility
27
GA AVG
14
Rank
#105 / 671 | Mr. William Mark Mckettrick | 41 | 96 | 2.3 |
| Dorothy C Benson Adult Day Care | ADC | Sandy Springs | 30
Facility
30
GA AVG
87
Rank
#590 / 661 | No |
62
Facility
62
GA AVG
41
Rank
#178 / 838 | 8
Facility
8
GA AVG
14
Rank
#356 / 671 | Brenda Russell | - | - | - |
Frequently Asked Questions about Dorothy C Benson Adult Day Care
Is Dorothy C Benson Adult Day Care in a walkable area?
Dorothy C Benson Adult Day Care has a walk score of 62. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
How long has Dorothy C Benson Adult Day Care been in business?
Dorothy C Benson Adult Day Care has been operating for approximately 8 years, based on available licensing and registration records.
Are pets allowed at Dorothy C Benson Adult Day Care?
No, Dorothy C Benson Adult Day Care has a no-pet policy.
Who is the administrator of Dorothy C Benson Adult Day Care?
Brenda Russell is the administrator of Dorothy C Benson Adult Day Care.
How many beds does Dorothy C Benson Adult Day Care have?
Dorothy C Benson Adult Day Care has 30 beds.
Are there photos of Dorothy C Benson Adult Day Care?
Yes — there are 3 photos of Dorothy C Benson Adult Day Care in the photo gallery on this page.
What is the address of Dorothy C Benson Adult Day Care?
Dorothy C Benson Adult Day Care is located at 6500 Vernon Woods Drive, Sandy Springs, GA 30328.
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