Blue Ridge Assisted Living and Memory Care
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Georgia, GA
Blue Ridge Assisted Living and Memory Care
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Georgia, 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 #89 / 672Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 89th out of 672 homes in Georgia. 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.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.
8 years in operation Rank #345 / 670Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 345th out of 670 homes in Georgia. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Georgia facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.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 #752 / 873Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 752nd out of 873 homes in Georgia. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Georgia facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.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
StatusLicensed
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
Pets Allowed
Crafts
Activities And Game Rooms
Professional Beauty Salon And Barbershop
Wellness Center
Beautifully Landscaped Grounds And Courtyards
Pet-Friendly Community
ActivitiesYes
Specific ProgramsHealth And Fitness, Concierge, Transportation, Housekeeping
Food DescriptionChef-prepared entrées, homemade desserts and friendly, tableside service make each meal a memorable experience.
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, 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 2017 vs. Georgia state average
Overall vs. GA average
1 Worse
Metrics worse than Georgia average:
• Total inspections (140% above) 3 Better Metrics better than Georgia average:
• Total deficiencies (43% below)
• Deficiencies per year (43% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (76% below)
• Total inspections (140% above) 3 Better Metrics better than Georgia average:
• Total deficiencies (43% below)
• Deficiencies per year (43% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (76% below)
Latest Inspection
October 17, 2025
Complaint Investigation
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 |
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Deficiencies per year
Average deficiencies per year since 2017.
| 1.3 | 2.3 | This facility has 43% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Georgia assisted living residence (1.3 vs. GA avg 2.3).↓ 43% better |
|
Deficiencies per inspection
Average deficiencies per inspection.
| 0.5 | 2.1 | This facility has 76% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Georgia assisted living residence (0.5 vs. GA avg 2.1).↓ 76% better |
Inspections
| This Facility | GA Average | vs. GA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total inspections
Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.
| 24 | 10 | This facility has 140% more total inspections than a typical Georgia assisted living residence (24 vs. GA avg 10).↑ 140% worse |
What does this home offer?
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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Compare Assisted Living around Georgia
The information below is reported by the Georgia Department of Community Health, Healthcare Facility Regulation Division.
| Blue Ridge Assisted Living and Memory Care | AL MC | Blue Ridge | 134
Facility
134
GA AVG
88
Rank
#89 / 672 | No |
8
Facility
8
GA AVG
39
Rank
#752 / 873 | Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 8
Facility
8
GA AVG
14
Rank
#345 / 670 | Ms. Elizabeth Zylstra | 24 | 12
Facility
12
GA AVG
21
Rank
#327 / 574 | 0.5
Facility
0.5
GA AVG
2.1
Rank
#201 / 574 |
| Oaks at Gracemont | AL IL RC | Cumming | 86
Facility
86
GA AVG
88
Rank
#309 / 672 | No |
10
Facility
10
GA AVG
39
Rank
#734 / 873 | Studio / 1 Bed / Villa | 13
Facility
13
GA AVG
14
Rank
#172 / 670 | Kc Patel | 11 | 13
Facility
13
GA AVG
21
Rank
#337 / 574 | 1.2
Facility
1.2
GA AVG
2.1
Rank
#358 / 574 |
| The Residence at Oak Grove | AL IL MC | Thomasville | 84
Facility
84
GA AVG
88
Rank
#320 / 672 | Yes |
42
Facility
42
GA AVG
39
Rank
#415 / 873 | Studio / 1 Bed | 6
Facility
6
GA AVG
14
Rank
#442 / 670 | Cynthia Swaim | 14 | 9
Facility
9
GA AVG
21
Rank
#295 / 574 | 0.6
Facility
0.6
GA AVG
2.1
Rank
#233 / 574 |
| Magnolia Senior Living at Dawsonville | AL MC | Dawsonville | 84
Facility
84
GA AVG
88
Rank
#320 / 672 | No |
18
Facility
18
GA AVG
39
Rank
#654 / 873 | Studio / Suite / 1 Bed | 2
Facility
2
GA AVG
14
Rank
#620 / 670 | Melissa Lewin | 4 | 0
Facility
0
GA AVG
21
Rank
#1 / 574 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
GA AVG
2.1
Rank
#1 / 574 |
| Benton House of Newnan | AL MC RC | Newnan | 80
Facility
80
GA AVG
88
Rank
#340 / 672 | No |
4
Facility
4
GA AVG
39
Rank
#801 / 873 | Studio / 1 Bed | 7
Facility
7
GA AVG
14
Rank
#388 / 670 | Harvey Gutierrez | 8 | 0
Facility
0
GA AVG
21
Rank
#1 / 574 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
GA AVG
2.1
Rank
#1 / 574 |
Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Georgia
Blue Ridge Assisted Living and Memory Care is located in Blue Ridge, Georgia.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Blue Ridge Assisted Living and Memory Care
What neighborhood is Blue Ridge Assisted Living and Memory Care in?
Blue Ridge Assisted Living and Memory Care is in the Blue Ridge neighborhood of GA 30513.
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.
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.
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.
Are there photos of Blue Ridge Assisted Living and Memory Care?
Yes — there are 7 photos of Blue Ridge Assisted Living and Memory Care in the photo gallery on this page.
What is the address of Blue Ridge Assisted Living and Memory Care?
Blue Ridge Assisted Living and Memory Care is located at 1600 Ballewtown Rd, Blue Ridge, Ga 30513, Usa.
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