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Canterfield of Kennesaw
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Kennesaw, GA
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Canterfield of Kennesaw

Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Kennesaw, GA
4381 Bells Ferry Rd, Kennesaw, GA 30144 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
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Overview of Canterfield of Kennesaw

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Canterfield of Kennesaw is a senior living community in Kennesaw, Georgia. The community offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care services. The team is dedicated to providing the best possible care for seniors and ensuring that they have a high quality of life. This senior living community that offers exceptional care and a comfortable living environment, Canterfield of Kennesaw is the perfect choice for you.

Canterfield of Kennesaw is conveniently located off of 575 and Bells Ferry, and it is the first and only senior living community in Kennesaw. The community offers a variety of amenities and services, including housekeeping, transportation, and meal preparation. The community is committed to providing a warm and welcoming environment for seniors, and they strive to make every resident feel at home.

Facility Direct Line (470) 308-5260
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Bed community size
99-bed community Rank #241 / 666Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 241st out of 666 homes 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.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. 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.
Years in operation
8 years in operation Rank #349 / 669Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 349th out of 669 homes 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.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. 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
Walk Score: 40 / 100 Rank #445 / 870Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 445th out of 870 homes 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.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. 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.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Community
IssuanceOctober 13, 2017
CountyCobb

Ownership & Operating Entity

Canterfield of Kennesaw is administered by Lynn Dearing.

Safety & Compliance

Grab Bars
Emergency SystemsYes
Safety FeaturesEmergency Alert System

Therapy & Rehabilitation

2 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Services

1 service
Home Care

Contact Information

Email lynn@canterfieldofkennesaw.com

Amenities & Lifestyle

Library
Salon
Barber
Spa
Dining Room
Restaurant
Cafe
Courtyard
Patio
Transportation
Concierge
Wifi
Housekeeping
Laundry
Private Dining
Activitiesweekly happy hours, outings
Wellness Program

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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 9 deficiencies 14 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. 3 Better Metrics better than Georgia average:
• Total deficiencies (57% below)
• Deficiencies per year (57% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (57% below)
Latest Inspection September 17, 2025 Complaint Investigation

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. 921 This facility has 57% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Georgia assisted living residence (9 vs. GA avg 21).↓ 57% better
Deficiencies per year Info Average deficiencies per year since 2017. 12.3 This facility has 57% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Georgia assisted living residence (1 vs. GA avg 2.3).↓ 57% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 0.61.4 This facility has 57% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Georgia assisted living residence (0.6 vs. GA avg 1.4).↓ 57% 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 routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations. 1415 This facility has had 7% fewer total inspections than the Georgia average (14 vs. GA avg 15). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 7% fewer

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

  • The most recent inspection on September 17, 2025 found no deficiencies or rule violations during a complaint investigation.
  • The September 20, 2022 complaint investigation cited four deficiencies including staff criminal background check failures and financial exploitation of a resident by an employee.
  • A February 27, 2020 complaint investigation found insufficient memory care staffing, resident mistreatment, and improper use of physical restraints on three residents.
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What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: 3-story

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Transportation Services

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Fitness and Recreation

Managed by Lynn Dearing

Executive Director

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Address 4.9 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Kennesaw's city center to Canterfield of Kennesaw's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 6.31 miles to nearest hospital (Wellstar Kennestone Regional Medical Center)

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Frequently Asked Questions about Canterfield of Kennesaw

Is Canterfield of Kennesaw in a walkable area?

Canterfield of Kennesaw has a walk score of 40. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

Does Canterfield of Kennesaw have different floorplan options?

Yes — see the floorplan options available at Canterfield of Kennesaw on this page.

Are pets allowed at Canterfield of Kennesaw?

Yes, Canterfield of Kennesaw allows residents to bring their pets.

What is the best email address for Canterfield of Kennesaw?

The team at Canterfield of Kennesaw can be reached at lynn@canterfieldofkennesaw.com.

Who is the administrator of Canterfield of Kennesaw?

Lynn Dearing is the administrator of Canterfield of Kennesaw.

How many beds does Canterfield of Kennesaw have?

Canterfield of Kennesaw has 99 beds.

Are there photos of Canterfield of Kennesaw?

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