Gardens of Gainesville
Independent Living, Assisted Living & Memory Care · Gainesville, GA
Gardens of Gainesville
Independent Living, Assisted Living & Memory Care · Gainesville, GA
Operated by Discovery Senior Living, Gardens of Gainesville is a two-story senior living community in Gainesville, Georgia, that offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care. John Austin Urbanic serves as the administrator. The community has been serving residents for 9 years and offers 92 beds with one-bedroom and two-bedroom residences.
Residents have access to walk-in closets, a shared dining room, comfortable common areas, and walking paths throughout the property. Beauty services, housekeeping, transportation, fitness and recreation programs, and a pet-friendly environment are also offered here, giving residents a balance of convenience and opportunities to stay active.
Scheduled meals, group activities, cultural events, and transportation for appointments and errands are included in the community’s daily routine. Residents living with memory loss also benefit from activities designed specifically for memory care. Through this, the community can support a wide range of needs while keeping residents in the same familiar setting.
The community is located a few miles from Northeast Georgia Medical Center Gainesville, providing convenient access to nearby hospital care when needed. The neighborhood has a Walk Score of 28, which is somewhat walkable. A few nearby shops and services can be reached on foot, but most errands require a car.
State inspections have focused on resident alert system reliability and related documentation, medication administration recordkeeping, and staffing coverage within the memory care neighborhood. Families touring Gardens of Gainesville should ask how staffing is structured in the memory care program and how these areas are managed daily.
92-bed community Rank #266 / 664Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 266th out of 664 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.
9 years in operation Rank #287 / 671Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 287th out of 671 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: 28 / 100 Rank #553 / 870Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 553rd 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
Facility TypeAssisted Living Community
IssuanceJuly 2, 2017
CountyHall
Gardens of Gainesville is administered by John Austin Urbanic.
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
43 deficiencies
33 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
Overall vs. GA average
2 Worse
Metrics worse than Georgia average:
• Total deficiencies (105% above)
• Deficiencies per inspection (8% above) 0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
• Total deficiencies (105% above)
• Deficiencies per inspection (8% above) 0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
Deficiencies
| This Facility | GA Average | vs. GA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 43 | 21 | This facility has 105% more total deficiencies than a typical Georgia assisted living residence (43 vs. GA avg 21).↑ 105% worse |
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Deficiencies per inspection
Average deficiencies per inspection.
| 1.3 | 1.2 | This facility has 8% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Georgia assisted living residence (1.3 vs. GA avg 1.2).↑ 8% worse |
Inspections
| This Facility | GA Average | vs. GA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total inspections
Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility.
| 33 | 17 | This facility has had 94% more total inspections than the Georgia average (33 vs. GA avg 17). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 94% more |
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
- The most recent inspection on October 2, 2025, found one deficiency for non-functional resident alert systems and missing pendant alert documentation, substantiating the complaint.
- Multiple substantiated complaints in 2025 documented medication administration failures, including wrong timing, falsified records, and incomplete medication assistance records across several residents.
- A July 19, 2024, complaint investigation found no licensed nurse or medication aide on-site in the memory care unit for nearly an hour.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: 2-story
Beauty Services
Transportation Services
Housekeeping Services
Recreational Activities
Exercise Programs
Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Gardens of Gainesville
Reviews (2)
Gardens of Gainesville Reviews
D
Terrible management of nice facility! Don't go.State of Georgia has largest group of lobbyists and consequently nothing is done about violations of regulations.Something needs to be done to protect seniors in facilities throughout this state by elected officials if they care about seniors. Let's see how many choose to do something about this monstrous problem and refuse payoffs! Lobbyists need to be removed permanently!
Rating Their Experiences
What do you like most about living here?
Nothing but a couple of kind hearted, hard working CNA's and about 2 med techs. The building is nice. Especially on the independent living side.
Are there enough caregivers to handle the residents' needs, especially during emergencies?
No
Are the common areas pleasant and comfortable for socializing or relaxing?
Yes
How do you feel about the level of social interaction available with other residents?
Not encouraged or facilitated by management
How was the units offered in this community?
Relatively small
Do you feel safe living in this community?
No
How well do you think the community handles emergencies or unexpected events?
Not well
How would you rate the quality and variety of the meals? (1-5)
1
Are special diets handled well?
No
Is the dining schedule flexible enough to meet your preferences?
No
Are there any hidden fees or unexpected charges?
Yes
Would you recommend this community to others looking for senior living options?
No
Is there anything you wish you knew before moving in?
Lack of concern for residents and employees by leadership
Fred
Some really great caregivers but low pay and overworked so they don't work there long. Low quality food and management ignores care of residents
Rating Their Experiences
What do you like most about living here?
Nice residents and a few employees
Are there enough caregivers to handle the residents' needs, especially during emergencies?
No
Are the common areas pleasant and comfortable for socializing or relaxing?
Yes
How do you feel about the level of social interaction available with other residents?
low
How was the units offered in this community?
n/a
Do you feel safe living in this community?
No
How well do you think the community handles emergencies or unexpected events?
Sometimes terrible
How would you rate the quality and variety of the meals? (1-5)
1
Are special diets handled well?
No
Is the dining schedule flexible enough to meet your preferences?
No
Are there any hidden fees or unexpected charges?
yes
Would you recommend this community to others looking for senior living options?
Definitely not
Is there anything you wish you knew before moving in?
Terrible management
Places of interest near Gardens of Gainesville
5.4 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Gainesville's city center to Gardens of Gainesville's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 4.51 miles to nearest hospital (Northeast Georgia Medical Center Gainesville)
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Compare Independent Living around Gainesville
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 to lowest based on our ranking methodology.
| Gardens of Gainesville | IL AL MC | Gainesville | 92
Facility
92
GA AVG
87
Rank
#266 / 664 | Yes |
28
Facility
28
GA AVG
39
Rank
#553 / 870 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 9
Facility
9
GA AVG
14
Rank
#287 / 671 | John Austin Urbanic | 33 | 43
Facility
43
GA AVG
21
Rank
#433 / 483 | 1.3
Facility
1.3
GA AVG
1.2
Rank
#347 / 483 |
| Magnolia Estates of Winder | IL AL RC | Winder | 47
Facility
47
GA AVG
87
Rank
#529 / 664 | No |
1
Facility
1
GA AVG
39
Rank
#841 / 870 | - | 22
Facility
22
GA AVG
14
Rank
#132 / 671 | Daniel E Rampey | 5 | 16
Facility
16
GA AVG
21
Rank
#344 / 483 | 3.2
Facility
3.2
GA AVG
1.2
Rank
#451 / 483 |
| Lanier Village Estates | IL AL HC HOS MC PC SNF | Gainesville | - | No |
20
Facility
20
GA AVG
39
Rank
#632 / 870 | - | - | Jonathan D. Grant | - | - | - |
| Smoky Springs by Barclay House | IL | Gainesville | - | Yes |
36
Facility
36
GA AVG
39
Rank
#479 / 870 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - | - | - | - | - |
Financial Assistance for
Independent Living in Georgia
Gardens of Gainesville is located in Gainesville, Georgia.
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Operated by
Discovery Senior Living
Frequently Asked Questions about Gardens of Gainesville
Is Gardens of Gainesville in a walkable area?
Gardens of Gainesville has a walk score of 28. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
How long has Gardens of Gainesville been in business?
Gardens of Gainesville has been operating for approximately 9 years, based on available licensing and registration records.
Are pets allowed at Gardens of Gainesville?
Yes, Gardens of Gainesville allows residents to bring their pets.
What is the best email address for Gardens of Gainesville?
The team at Gardens of Gainesville can be reached at jurbanic@terrabellaseniorliving.com.
Who is the administrator of Gardens of Gainesville?
John Austin Urbanic is the administrator of Gardens of Gainesville.
How many beds does Gardens of Gainesville have?
Gardens of Gainesville has 92 beds.
Are there photos of Gardens of Gainesville?
Yes — there are 4 photos of Gardens of Gainesville in the photo gallery on this page.
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