Benton House of Decatur
Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Decatur, GA

Benton House of Decatur

Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Decatur, GA

Overview of Benton House of Decatur

Benton House of Decatur offers a welcoming senior living experience with personalized support and compassionate care. Residents can enjoy a variety of activities and amenities designed to enhance their quality of life. The community provides assisted living, memory care, and respite care options.
Bed community size
90-bed community Rank #271 / 661Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 271st 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 larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Years in operation
6 years in operation Rank #451 / 671Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 451st 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
Walk Score: 53 / 100 Rank #275 / 838Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 275th 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

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Community
IssuanceNovember 21, 2019
CountyDekalb

Ownership & Operating Entity

Benton House of Decatur is administered by Ms. Hollie Curfman.

Safety & Compliance

Wheelchair Accessible
Emergency SystemsYes
Safety Features24/7 On-Site Security

Therapy & Rehabilitation

2 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Contact Information

Additional Policies & Features

Pets Allowed
HousekeepingYes
Linen ServiceYes

Amenities & Lifestyle

Dining
Arts & Crafts
Library
Fireplace
Pet Friendly
Transportation
Wellness Center
Housekeeping
Garden
Laundry
Parking
Salon
3 Chef Prepared Meals
ActivitiesMonthly Activity Calendar available
Religious ServicesNon-Denominational Church Services

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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 2017 · 9 years of data These figures come from state-published and/or federal inspection records. The period covered can vary depending on document availability. 8 deficiencies 27 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 2017 vs. Georgia state average
Overall vs. GA average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 2 Better Metrics better than Georgia average:
• Total deficiencies (62% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (75% 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. 821 This facility has 62% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Georgia assisted living residence (8 vs. GA avg 21).↓ 62% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 0.31.2 This facility has 75% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Georgia assisted living residence (0.3 vs. GA avg 1.2).↓ 75% 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. 2717 This facility has had 59% more total inspections than the Georgia average (27 vs. GA avg 17). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 59% more

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Address 2.5 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Decatur's city center to Benton House of Decatur's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Compare Assisted Living around Decatur

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 AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. 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.
The Holbrook Decatur
AL
IL
MC
Decatur
129
Facility 129
GA AVG 87
Rank #99 / 661
Yes
67
Facility 67
GA AVG 41
Rank #123 / 838
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed
6
Facility 6
GA AVG 14
Rank #451 / 671
Fratina Boatman18
4
Facility 4
GA AVG 21
Rank #185 / 480
0.2
Facility 0.2
GA AVG 1.2
Rank #110 / 480
Sunrise of Decatur
AL
MC
Decatur
100
Facility 100
GA AVG 87
Rank #190 / 661
Yes
69
Facility 69
GA AVG 41
Rank #106 / 838
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
9
Facility 9
GA AVG 14
Rank #290 / 671
Ms. Charmaine Hicks29
14
Facility 14
GA AVG 21
Rank #328 / 480
0.5
Facility 0.5
GA AVG 1.2
Rank #188 / 480
Benton House of Decatur
AL
MC
RC
Decatur
90
Facility 90
GA AVG 87
Rank #271 / 661
No
53
Facility 53
GA AVG 41
Rank #275 / 838
-
6
Facility 6
GA AVG 14
Rank #451 / 671
Ms. Hollie Curfman27
8
Facility 8
GA AVG 21
Rank #270 / 480
0.3
Facility 0.3
GA AVG 1.2
Rank #129 / 480
Arbor Terrace of Decatur
AL
MC
Decatur
90
Facility 90
GA AVG 87
Rank #271 / 661
Yes
44
Facility 44
GA AVG 41
Rank #385 / 838
Studio / 2 Bed
12
Facility 12
GA AVG 14
Rank #184 / 671
David Stewart19
14
Facility 14
GA AVG 21
Rank #328 / 480
0.7
Facility 0.7
GA AVG 1.2
Rank #244 / 480
Benton House of Decatur
AL
MC
RC
Decatur
10
Facility 10
GA AVG 87
Rank #635 / 661
No
52
Facility 52
GA AVG 41
Rank #291 / 838
-
8
Facility 8
GA AVG 14
Rank #355 / 671
Ms. Hollie Cufman2
0
Facility 0
GA AVG 21
Rank #1 / 480
0.0
Facility 0.0
GA AVG 1.2
Rank #1 / 480

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Georgia

Benton House of Decatur is located in DECATUR, 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 Benton House of Decatur

Is Benton House of Decatur in a walkable area?

Benton House of Decatur has a walk score of 53. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

How long has Benton House of Decatur been in business?

Benton House of Decatur has been operating for approximately 6 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Does Benton House of Decatur have different floorplan options?

Yes — see the floorplan options available at Benton House of Decatur on this page.

Are pets allowed at Benton House of Decatur?

No, Benton House of Decatur has a no-pet policy.

What is the best email address for Benton House of Decatur?

The team at Benton House of Decatur can be reached at decaturdirector@bentonhouse.com.

Who is the administrator of Benton House of Decatur?

Ms HOLLIE CURFMAN is the administrator of Benton House of Decatur.

How many beds does Benton House of Decatur have?

Benton House of Decatur has 90 beds.

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