Heritage Oaks Retirement Living
Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · St Simons, GA
Heritage Oaks Retirement Living
Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · St Simons, GA
Overview of Heritage Oaks Retirement Living
Heritage Oaks Retirement Living is a 34-bed senior community located at 300 Heritage Drive on St. Simons Island, Georgia. Operating since March 2025 under the administration of Myra Braswell, the facility provides multi-level services including independent living, assisted living, memory care, and short-term respite care for adults aged 55 and older. The property features a central neighborhood location with a Walk Score of 67, allowing pedestrian access to some local amenities.
Oversight tracking from the Georgia Department of Community Health outlines a stable initial entry punctuated by a single serious safety and administrative infraction during its first year of operation. A state investigation substantiated that on July 3, 2025, a resident suffered a fractured femur during an unwitnessed fall, and the facility failed to detect the injury or report the serious incident to the state within the mandatory timeframe. A subsequent complaint audit on August 4, 2025, resulted in a citations-per-inspection rate of zero, indicating that the administration implemented required corrective measures to address the reporting failure.
Clinical operations are maintained by 24-hour on-site personnel, including licensed nurses and certified nursing assistants who manage rehabilitation therapies and memory care programs. Environmental safety features encompass secure entrance gates and emergency response systems inside the apartments. The single-story layout incorporates standard amenities such as a media room, beauty salon, and central dining options.
Daily residential services provide three meals tailored to basic dietary preferences, building maintenance, and a regular calendar of fitness sessions and social outings. While the community has a brief operational history free of formal state fines or license restrictions, the initial fall-reporting delay emphasizes the importance of independent family tracking.
Prospective residents interested in a small-scale, newer island property should discuss current injury monitoring and emergency communication logs with the management team. This setting is appropriate for individuals who maintain a relatively active lifestyle and whose sponsors can regularly check compliance records
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.
Emergency SystemsYes
Safety FeaturesEmergency response systems, secure entrances, 24/7 staff
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing
Memory Support
Pets not allowed
Minimum Age55
HousekeepingYes
Utilities IncludedYes
Emergency Call System
Dining
Scheduled Transportation
Activities
Cable Tv
Fitness Center
Salon
Noon Meal Included
Spiritual Enrichment Programs
ActivitiesEngaging activities including social gatherings, fitness classes, arts and crafts, educational seminars, and group outings
Specific ProgramsCatered Living, Memory Support Neighborhood, Events/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.
Since 2025 · 1 year of data
These figures come from state-published and/or federal inspection records. The period covered can vary depending on document availability.
1 deficiency
2 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 2025 vs. Georgia state average
Overall vs. GA average
0 Worse
No metrics in this bucket.
2 Better
Metrics better than Georgia average:
• Total deficiencies (96% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (66% below)
• Total deficiencies (96% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (66% below)
Deficiencies
| This Facility | GA Average | vs. GA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 1 | 25 | This facility has 96% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Georgia assisted living residence (1 vs. GA avg 25).↓ 96% better |
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Deficiencies per inspection
Average deficiencies per inspection.
| 0.5 | 1.48 | This facility has 66% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Georgia assisted living residence (0.5 vs. GA avg 1.48).↓ 66% better |
Inspections
| This Facility | GA Average | vs. GA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total inspections
Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility.
| 2 | 17 | This facility has had 88% fewer total inspections than the Georgia average (2 vs. GA avg 17). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 88% fewer |
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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 MC RC | St Simons | 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 | 2 | 1
Facility
1
GA AVG
21
Rank
#92 / 480 | 0.5
Facility
0.5
GA AVG
1.2
Rank
#187 / 480 |
| 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
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.
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.
Has Heritage Oaks Retirement Living had any deficiencies?
Heritage Oaks Retirement Living has had 1 reported deficiency since 2025 according to records from Georgia Department of Community Health (DCH).
Are there photos of Heritage Oaks Retirement Living?
Yes — there are 6 photos of Heritage Oaks Retirement Living in the photo gallery on this page.
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