Magnolia Estates
Magnolia Estates
Overview of Magnolia Estates
Magnolia Estates is a senior living provider located at 68 College Avenue in Elberton, Georgia. Operating in Elbert County, the facility coordinates daily personal care and specialized memory support designed for older adults who require routine cognitive oversight, physical prompts, and behavioral management.
Oversight files maintained by the Georgia Department of Community Health reveal a long-term compliance trend marked by an average of 2.5 deficiencies per year over an eight-year inspection window. The facility’s most recent comprehensive evaluation on September 19, 2024, resulted in three citations regarding incomplete resident physical examinations, missing update entries in medication logs, and a failure to report a resident’s death to the state authority.
State files also track an October 2018 survey citing four deficiencies for inoperable wandering-prevention alarms, alongside a November 2020 pandemic outbreak audit that documented infection control failures.
Direct clinical care protocols focus on assisting residents with routine activities of daily living, medication distribution, and scheduled nutrition plans. Though historical compliance gaps remain on the public record, the administration finalized three consecutive complaint investigations in June, October, and December of 2024 with a citations-per-inspection rate of zero, indicating that recent field audits verified zero active rule infractions.
Individuals researching area memory care options are advised to conduct an on-site evaluation of the property’s contemporary operations. This residential setting is best suited for seniors whose representatives can comfortably audit daily employee performance and maintain direct oversight of clinical paperwork.
50-bed community Rank #485 / 661Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 485th 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.
22 years in operation Rank #131 / 671Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 131st 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 longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score: 55 / 100 Rank #260 / 838Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 260th 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 TypePersonal Care Home
IssuanceSeptember 24, 2003
CountyElbert
Magnolia Estates is administered by Ms. Betty Rampey.
Community Kitchen
Swimming Pool
Outings
Game Room
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 2017 · 9 years of data
These figures come from state-published and/or federal inspection records. The period covered can vary depending on document availability.
20 deficiencies
13 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
0 Worse
No metrics in this bucket.
1 At Avg
Metrics at Georgia average:
• Deficiencies per inspection (at GA avg) 1 Better Metrics better than Georgia average:
• Total deficiencies (20% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (at GA avg) 1 Better Metrics better than Georgia average:
• Total deficiencies (20% 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.
| 20 | 25 | This facility has 20% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Georgia assisted living residence (20 vs. GA avg 25).↓ 20% better |
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Deficiencies per inspection
Average deficiencies per inspection.
| 1.5 | 1.5 | This facility has deficiencies per inspection in line with the Georgia average (1.5 vs. GA avg 1.5).— At avg |
Inspections
| This Facility | GA Average | vs. GA Avg |
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Total inspections
Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility.
| 13 | 17 | This facility has had 24% fewer total inspections than the Georgia average (13 vs. GA avg 17). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 24% 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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| 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 |
| Belmont Village Senior Living Buckhead | AL MC | Atlanta | 100
Facility
100
GA AVG
87
Rank
#190 / 661 | Yes |
47
Facility
47
GA AVG
41
Rank
#346 / 838 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 14
Facility
14
GA AVG
14
Rank
#165 / 671 | A | Clint Strickland | 12 | 1
Facility
1
GA AVG
21
Rank
#92 / 480 | 0.1
Facility
0.1
GA AVG
1.2
Rank
#92 / 480 |
| Historic Roswell Place | AL MC | Roswell | 96
Facility
96
GA AVG
87
Rank
#246 / 661 | Yes |
76
Facility
76
GA AVG
41
Rank
#41 / 838 | Studio / 1 Bed | 8
Facility
8
GA AVG
14
Rank
#356 / 671 | A | Saron Coney | 17 | 3
Facility
3
GA AVG
21
Rank
#155 / 480 | 0.2
Facility
0.2
GA AVG
1.2
Rank
#110 / 480 |
| Magnolia Estates | AL | Elberton | 50
Facility
50
GA AVG
87
Rank
#485 / 661 | No |
55
Facility
55
GA AVG
41
Rank
#260 / 838 | - | 22
Facility
22
GA AVG
14
Rank
#131 / 671 | - | Ms. Betty Rampey | 13 | 20
Facility
20
GA AVG
21
Rank
#378 / 480 | 1.5
Facility
1.5
GA AVG
1.2
Rank
#370 / 480 |
| Brookdale Chambrel Roswell | AL IL MC | Roswell | 30
Facility
30
GA AVG
87
Rank
#590 / 661 | Yes |
55
Facility
55
GA AVG
41
Rank
#260 / 838 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 48
Facility
48
GA AVG
14
Rank
#54 / 671 | A+ | Jaime Henry | 2 | 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 Magnolia Estates
Is Magnolia Estates in a walkable area?
Magnolia Estates has a walk score of 55. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
How long has Magnolia Estates been in business?
Magnolia Estates has been operating for approximately 22 years, based on available licensing and registration records.
Are pets allowed at Magnolia Estates?
No, Magnolia Estates has a no-pet policy.
What is the best email address for Magnolia Estates?
The team at Magnolia Estates can be reached at saramagnolia@elberton.net.
Who is the administrator of Magnolia Estates?
Ms BETTY RAMPEY is the administrator of Magnolia Estates.
How many beds does Magnolia Estates have?
Magnolia Estates has 50 beds.
Has Magnolia Estates had any deficiencies?
Magnolia Estates has had 20 reported deficiencies since 2017 according to records from Georgia Department of Community Health (DCH).
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