Medium-capacity home · Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.
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.
Community insights.
About this community
Blue Ridge Assisted Living and Memory Care is administered by Ms. Elizabeth Zylstra.
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.
Includes all inspection records for this property, which could include management/ownership changes. 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• Total deficiencies (52% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (61% below)
Deficiencies
| This Facility | GA Average | vs. GA Avg |
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Total deficiencies
| 12 | 25 | This facility has 52% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Georgia assisted living residence (12 vs. GA avg 25).↓ 52% better |
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Deficiencies per inspection
| 0.5 | 1.27 | This facility has 61% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Georgia assisted living residence (0.5 vs. GA avg 1.27).↓ 61% better |
Inspections
| This Facility | GA Average | vs. GA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total inspections
| 24 | 16 | This facility has had 50% more total inspections than the Georgia average (24 vs. GA avg 16). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 50% more |
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: Single-story
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
Estimated distance in miles from Blue Ridge's city center to Blue Ridge Assisted Living and Memory Care's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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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-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our 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.
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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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Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
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Number of years the company has been in operation.
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Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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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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| Merrill Gardens at Woodstock | AL IL MC | Woodstock | 160
Facility
160
GA AVG
81
Rank
#33 / 527 | Yes |
43
Facility
43
GA AVG
40
Rank
#321 / 701 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 7
Facility
7
GA AVG
12
Rank
#302 / 549 | - | William Eyzaguirre | 16 | 0
Facility
0
GA AVG
21
Rank
#1 / 478 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
GA AVG
1.3
Rank
#1 / 478 |
| Blue Ridge Assisted Living and Memory Care | AL MC | Blue Ridge | 134
Facility
134
GA AVG
81
Rank
#51 / 527 | Yes |
8
Facility
8
GA AVG
40
Rank
#625 / 701 | Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 9
Facility
9
GA AVG
12
Rank
#207 / 549 | - | Ms. Elizabeth Zylstra | 24 | 12
Facility
12
GA AVG
21
Rank
#315 / 478 | 0.5
Facility
0.5
GA AVG
1.3
Rank
#187 / 478 |
| Belmont Village Senior Living Johns Creek | AL IL MC RC | Suwanee | 110
Facility
110
GA AVG
81
Rank
#98 / 527 | Yes |
46
Facility
46
GA AVG
40
Rank
#289 / 701 | Studio / 1 Bed | 14
Facility
14
GA AVG
12
Rank
#110 / 549 | A | Saida Holyfield | 13 | 4
Facility
4
GA AVG
21
Rank
#184 / 478 | 0.3
Facility
0.3
GA AVG
1.3
Rank
#129 / 478 |
| Oaks at Tucker | AL | Tucker | 66
Facility
66
GA AVG
81
Rank
#305 / 527 | No |
63
Facility
63
GA AVG
40
Rank
#132 / 701 | - | 9
Facility
9
GA AVG
12
Rank
#207 / 549 | A | Deborah Dowell | 8 | 0
Facility
0
GA AVG
21
Rank
#1 / 478 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
GA AVG
1.3
Rank
#1 / 478 |
| Benton Village of Stockbridge | AL MC RC | Stockbridge | 10
Facility
10
GA AVG
81
Rank
#501 / 527 | No |
34
Facility
34
GA AVG
40
Rank
#407 / 701 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 9
Facility
9
GA AVG
12
Rank
#207 / 549 | A+ | Samira Spencer | 4 | 0
Facility
0
GA AVG
21
Rank
#1 / 478 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
GA AVG
1.3
Rank
#1 / 478 |
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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 according to records from Georgia Department of Community Health (DCH).
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