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Canterfield of Kennesaw
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.
Community insights.
About this community
Canterfield of Kennesaw is administered by Lynn Dearing.
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. 9 deficiencies 14 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 (64% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (53% below)
Deficiencies
| This Facility | GA Average | vs. GA Avg |
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Total deficiencies
| 9 | 25 | This facility has 64% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Georgia assisted living residence (9 vs. GA avg 25).↓ 64% better |
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Deficiencies per inspection
| 0.6 | 1.27 | This facility has 53% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Georgia assisted living residence (0.6 vs. GA avg 1.27).↓ 53% better |
Inspections
| This Facility | GA Average | vs. GA Avg |
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Total inspections
| 14 | 16 | This facility has had 13% fewer total inspections than the Georgia average (14 vs. GA avg 16). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 13% fewer |
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: 3-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Canterfield of Kennesaw
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4.9 miles from city center
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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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 |
| 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 |
| Canterfield of Kennesaw | AL IL MC | Kennesaw | 99
Facility
99
GA AVG
81
Rank
#162 / 527 | Yes |
40
Facility
40
GA AVG
40
Rank
#363 / 701 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 8
Facility
8
GA AVG
12
Rank
#261 / 549 | - | Lynn Dearing | 14 | 9
Facility
9
GA AVG
21
Rank
#282 / 478 | 0.6
Facility
0.6
GA AVG
1.3
Rank
#219 / 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 |
Rank badges are statewide: each community is ranked against every GA community we track that reports that metric, not just the 5 on this page. See how we rank facilities
Frequently Asked Questions about Canterfield of Kennesaw
Is Canterfield of Kennesaw in a walkable area?
Canterfield of Kennesaw has a walk score of 40. Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
How long has Canterfield of Kennesaw been in business?
Canterfield of Kennesaw has been operating for approximately 8 years, based on available licensing and registration records.
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.
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