Brookside Cartersville

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The team at Brookside Cartersville can be reached at Nich@cedarlp.com.

Overview of Brookside Cartersville

Brookside Cartersville is a 32-bed assisted living, memory care, and rehabilitation community located at 60 Massell Drive SE in Cartersville, Georgia. Situated approximately 3.5 miles from the downtown area, the facility provides 24-hour staffing, housekeeping, and on-site salon services for Bartow County seniors. The property is located near local medical offices and offers flexible respite care options.

An analysis of Georgia Department of Community Health records reveals a three-year average of 1.7 deficiencies annually, a rate 65% better than the state benchmark. The facility currently holds a citations-per-inspection rate of zero following its most recent comprehensive survey in March 2025. This latest report indicates a trend of improvement after a period between 2023 and 2024 when the community faced several operational challenges.

Clinical and administrative documentation was a focal point of earlier state reviews, which identified a 2023 failure to report a resident injury to the Department and a 2024 lapse in notifying hospice providers of a resident’s hospitalization. Additionally, a 2023 investigation substantiated staffing concerns where personnel levels were found insufficient for the resident census, leading to delegated medication room access to unauthorized providers. Other historical findings included uncompleted fire drills and maintenance issues regarding water damage in a small number of resident rooms.

Supportive services are coordinated for a maximum of 32 residents, allowing for a smaller-scale care environment. Management has demonstrated accountability by resolving the previously noted physical plant and staffing concerns, as evidenced by a series of clean complaint investigations conducted throughout 2023 and 2025. No fines or enforcement actions are listed in the public regulatory history, and the facility’s overall performance trajectory remains favorable compared to regional norms.

Older adults who prefer a smaller, more intimate residential setting with a recent record of perfect regulatory compliance may find this community a strong candidate for care. The environment is best suited for individuals whose families are seeking a facility that has shown a clear ability to correct past administrative lapses and maintain a clean inspection record. Before admission, interested parties should tour the recently renovated rooms and confirm with the administrator that current staffing and reporting protocols remain in strict alignment with state safety standards.

(770) 382-5683 LikeHome@BrooksideCartersville.com

32-bed community

A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.

4 years in operation

An established community with some operational experience and growing routines.

Walk Score: 2 / 100

Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

About this community

Facility TypePersonal Care Home

IssuanceApril 5, 2022

CountyBartow

Brookside Cartersville is administrated by Mary Lisa Greeson.

Rehabilitation Services

Respite Care

Licensed Nurses/CNAs

24-Hour Staffing

Email [email protected]

On-Site Salon

Flexible Respite Care

Housekeeping

Laundry Services

24/7 Staffing

Specific ProgramsAccommodations, Companion Rooms, Our Amenities, The Area

Food DescriptionResidents enjoy three satisfying and well-balanced meals each day, accompanied by daily snacks.

Since 2023 · 3 years of data 5 deficiencies

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 2023 vs. Georgia state average

Overall vs. GA average

Latest Inspection March 20, 2025 Complaint Investigation

Deficiencies Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.	This Facility	GA Average	vs. GA Avg
Total deficiencies Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.	5	21	This facility has 76% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Georgia assisted living residence (5 vs. GA avg 21).↓ 76% better
Deficiencies per year Average deficiencies per year since 2023.	1.7	7	This facility has 76% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Georgia assisted living residence (1.7 vs. GA avg 7).↓ 76% better

Inspection Reports Summary An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

The most recent inspection on March 20, 2025, completed complaint investigation #GA50001347 with no deficiencies found.
Multiple substantiated complaints from July 2023 to March 2024 documented failures in staffing, medication access, injury reporting, hospice notification, and mold remediation.
A May 21, 2024 inspection found one deficiency for incomplete fire drills, with documented drills only on two dates in the prior five months.

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3.5 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Cartersville's city center to Brookside Cartersville's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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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).

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.

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.

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).

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).

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).

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).

~$20-$489/month based on facility type.

Benefits

Cash (~$20-$489/month) for room/board in personal care homes

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Is Brookside Cartersville in a walkable area?

Brookside Cartersville has a walk score of 2. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

What is the best email address for Brookside Cartersville?

The team at Brookside Cartersville can be reached at [email protected].

Who is the administrator of Brookside Cartersville?

Mary Lisa Greeson is the administrator of Brookside Cartersville.

How many beds does Brookside Cartersville have?

Brookside Cartersville has 32 beds.

Are there photos of Brookside Cartersville?

Yes — there is 1 photo of Brookside Cartersville in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Brookside Cartersville?

Brookside Cartersville is located at 60 MASSELL DRIVE SE.

What is the phone number of Brookside Cartersville?

(770) 382-5683 will put you in contact with the team at Brookside Cartersville.

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