Heritage Oaks Retirement Living
Assisted Living & Independent Living · St Simons, GA
Heritage Oaks Retirement Living
Assisted Living & Independent Living · St Simons, GA
Overview of Heritage Oaks Retirement Living
34-bed community Rank #578 / 661Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 578th out of 661 homes we track 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.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Georgia that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
1 year in operation Rank #644 / 671Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 644th out of 671 homes we track 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.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Georgia that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A newer community that may feature more recent facilities and programs.
Walk Score: 67 / 100 Rank #123 / 838Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 123rd out of 838 homes we track 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.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Georgia that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
About this community
Facility TypeAssisted Living Community
IssuanceMarch 6, 2025
CountyGlynn
Heritage Oaks Retirement Living is administered by Myra Braswell.
Catered Living
Memory Support Neighborhood
Pets not allowed
Minimum Age55
Specific ProgramsEvents/Activities
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.
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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 to lowest based on our ranking 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
87
Rank
#57 / 661 | Yes |
43
Facility
43
GA AVG
41
Rank
#395 / 838 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 7
Facility
7
GA AVG
14
Rank
#398 / 671 | - | William Eyzaguirre | 16 | 0
Facility
0
GA AVG
21
Rank
#1 / 480 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
GA AVG
1.2
Rank
#1 / 480 |
| Belmont Village Senior Living Johns Creek | AL IL MC RC | Suwanee | 110
Facility
110
GA AVG
87
Rank
#151 / 661 | Yes |
46
Facility
46
GA AVG
41
Rank
#357 / 838 | Studio / 1 Bed | 14
Facility
14
GA AVG
14
Rank
#165 / 671 | A | Saida Holyfield | 13 | 4
Facility
4
GA AVG
21
Rank
#185 / 480 | 0.3
Facility
0.3
GA AVG
1.2
Rank
#129 / 480 |
| Oaks at Tucker | AL | Tucker | 66
Facility
66
GA AVG
87
Rank
#414 / 661 | No |
63
Facility
63
GA AVG
41
Rank
#166 / 838 | - | 9
Facility
9
GA AVG
14
Rank
#290 / 671 | A | Deborah Dowell | 8 | 0
Facility
0
GA AVG
21
Rank
#1 / 480 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
GA AVG
1.2
Rank
#1 / 480 |
| Heritage Oaks Retirement Living | AL IL | St Simons (Demere Park) | 34
Facility
34
GA AVG
87
Rank
#578 / 661 | No |
67
Facility
67
GA AVG
41
Rank
#123 / 838 | - | 1
Facility
1
GA AVG
14
Rank
#644 / 671 | - | Myra Braswell | - | - | - |
| Benton Village of Stockbridge | AL MC RC | Stockbridge | 10
Facility
10
GA AVG
87
Rank
#635 / 661 | No |
34
Facility
34
GA AVG
41
Rank
#495 / 838 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 9
Facility
9
GA AVG
14
Rank
#290 / 671 | A+ | Samira Spencer | 4 | 0
Facility
0
GA AVG
21
Rank
#1 / 480 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
GA AVG
1.2
Rank
#1 / 480 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Heritage Oaks Retirement Living
What neighborhood is Heritage Oaks Retirement Living in?
Heritage Oaks Retirement Living is in the Demere Park neighborhood of ST SIMONS.
Is Heritage Oaks Retirement Living in a walkable area?
Heritage Oaks Retirement Living has a walk score of 67. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
How long has Heritage Oaks Retirement Living been in business?
Heritage Oaks Retirement Living has been operating for approximately 1 year, based on available licensing and registration records.
Are pets allowed at Heritage Oaks Retirement Living?
No, Heritage Oaks Retirement Living has a no-pet policy.
What is the best email address for Heritage Oaks Retirement Living?
The team at Heritage Oaks Retirement Living can be reached at myra@heritageoaksretirement.com.
Who is the administrator of Heritage Oaks Retirement Living?
Myra Braswell is the administrator of Heritage Oaks Retirement Living.
How many beds does Heritage Oaks Retirement Living have?
Heritage Oaks Retirement Living has 34 beds.
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