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Buckingham South
Conveniently located in beautiful and historic Savannah, GA, Buckingham South is an idyllic retreat that offers comprehensive care, including assisted living, memory care, hospice care, and respite care. Committed to improving residents’ well-being, the community provides top-notch care and assistance with a kind and highly trained team attending to their needs 24/7. As a locally owned and operated community, residents can rest assured of receiving personalized care while staying on budget with its affordable rates.
Enrich retirement with a jam-packed calendar of fun activities and engaging programs, conducted for residents to remain active and socially connected. Healthy and delicious meals are also served to satisfy residents’ dietary needs and preferences. With the community’s range of care options and high-quality amenities, residents will surely have the finest retirement experience.
Community insights.
About this community
Buckingham South is administered by Regina Terry-Wells.
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. 17 deficiencies 20 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 (32% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (31% below)
Deficiencies
| This Facility | GA Average | vs. GA Avg |
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Total deficiencies
| 17 | 25.0 | This facility has 32% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Georgia assisted living residence (17 vs. GA avg 25).↓ 32% better |
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Deficiencies per inspection
| 0.9 | 1.3 | This facility has 31% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Georgia assisted living residence (0.9 vs. GA avg 1.3).↓ 31% better |
Inspections
| This Facility | GA Average | vs. GA Avg |
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Total inspections
| 20 | 16.0 | This facility has had 25% more total inspections than the Georgia average (20 vs. GA avg 16). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 25% more |
What does this home offer?
No pets allowed
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: Mid-rise
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Places of interest near Buckingham South
4.9 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Savannah's city center to Buckingham South'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.
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.
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.
HC (Home Care):
Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing.
HOS (Hospice Care):
Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
PC (Palliative Care):
Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment.
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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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| Buckingham South | AL HC HOS MC NH PC RC | Savannah | 92
Facility
92
GA AVG
75
Rank
#125 / 426 | No |
61
Facility
61
GA AVG
38
Rank
#80 / 466 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 27
Facility
27
GA AVG
11
Rank
#34 / 426 | A+ | Regina Terry-Wells | 20 | 17
Facility
17
GA AVG
21
Rank
#300 / 378 | 0.9
Facility
0.9
GA AVG
1.3
Rank
#250 / 378 |
| The Social at Savannah | AL IL MC RC | Savannah (Wilshire Estates) | 73
Facility
73
GA AVG
75
Rank
#196 / 426 | Yes |
38
Facility
38
GA AVG
38
Rank
#224 / 466 | Suite | 4
Facility
4
GA AVG
11
Rank
#313 / 426 | A | Dallas Jessi Tompa | 14 | 7
Facility
7
GA AVG
21
Rank
#217 / 378 | 0.5
Facility
0.5
GA AVG
1.3
Rank
#163 / 378 |
| Summer Breeze Senior Living | AL IL MC RC | Savannah (Olde Towne) | 65
Facility
65
GA AVG
75
Rank
#241 / 426 | No |
30
Facility
30
GA AVG
38
Rank
#274 / 466 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 28
Facility
28
GA AVG
11
Rank
#29 / 426 | - | Patty Dixon | 32 | 22
Facility
22
GA AVG
21
Rank
#325 / 378 | 0.7
Facility
0.7
GA AVG
1.3
Rank
#209 / 378 |
| Sunabella Senior Living | AL IL MC | Savannah | 49
Facility
49
GA AVG
75
Rank
#306 / 426 | Yes |
43
Facility
43
GA AVG
38
Rank
#198 / 466 | Studio / 1 Bed | 4
Facility
4
GA AVG
11
Rank
#313 / 426 | - | Letty Cockrum | 9 | 1
Facility
1
GA AVG
21
Rank
#76 / 378 | 0.1
Facility
0.1
GA AVG
1.3
Rank
#76 / 378 |
| Magnolia Manor of Richmond Hill | AL IL MC NH SNF | Richmond Hill | 36
Facility
36
GA AVG
75
Rank
#354 / 426 | No |
30
Facility
30
GA AVG
38
Rank
#274 / 466 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 12
Facility
12
GA AVG
11
Rank
#96 / 426 | - | Roxan Renova Campfield | 6 | 5
Facility
5
GA AVG
21
Rank
#181 / 378 | 0.8
Facility
0.8
GA AVG
1.3
Rank
#231 / 378 |
Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each assisted living community is ranked against every other GA assisted living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 5 on this page. See how we rank facilities
Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Georgia
Buckingham South is located in Savannah, Georgia.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Georgia.
Frequently Asked Questions about Buckingham South
Is Buckingham South in a walkable area?
Buckingham South has a walk score of 61. Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
How long has Buckingham South been in business?
Buckingham South has been operating for approximately 27 years, based on available licensing and registration records.
Are pets allowed at Buckingham South?
No, Buckingham South has a no-pet policy.
Who is the administrator of Buckingham South?
Regina Terry-Wells is the administrator of Buckingham South.
How many beds does Buckingham South have?
Buckingham South has 92 beds.
Has Buckingham South had any deficiencies?
Buckingham South has had 17 reported deficiencies according to records from Georgia Department of Community Health (DCH).
Are there photos of Buckingham South?
Yes — there are 5 photos of Buckingham South in the photo gallery on this page.
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