Orchard Ridge Residences
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Georgia, GA
Orchard Ridge Residences
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Georgia, GA
Overview of Orchard Ridge Residences
Orchard Ridge Residences is a 40-bed personal care home at 986 Orchard Way in Dalton, Georgia. Administered by Teresa Carter, the community has served Whitfield County for five years, specializing in memory care and support for residents with cognitive conditions. The property is located in a car-dependent area with a Walk Score of 22 and is situated approximately 3.5 miles from Hamilton Medical Center.
Data from the Georgia Department of Community Health includes nine reports documented between 2021 and April 2025. While the facility holds a citations-per-inspection rate of zero for several unsubstantiated complaint investigations between 2021 and 2024, the most recent April 2025 follow-up identified five deficiencies. These findings involved workforce qualification gaps, including missing evidence of current CPR and first aid certifications, incomplete tuberculosis screenings, and a missing criminal background check for one employee.
The care model provides personalized memory care and rehabilitation services within a residential framework. Historical records show the facility has worked to address recurring administrative issues; for example, while 2024 and 2025 reports noted certification gaps for new hires, the 2025 findings indicated that staff had begun obtaining the required documentation. An earlier 2021 inspection also noted an inadequate emergency water supply, which was subsequently corrected.
Supportive services focus on maintaining a secure environment for 40 residents through managed routines and therapeutic engagement. The facility’s overall deficiency average is 51% better than the Georgia state norm, and there are currently no fines or enforcement actions on record. Operational oversight is focused on providing 24-hour supervision, though recent state data emphasizes the need for administrative diligence regarding employee onboarding and training records.
Families considering this facility should meet with the administration to verify that all current staff certifications and background checks are fully documented. An on-site tour provides an opportunity to observe the memory care environment and confirm that the emergency water supply and workforce training protocols meet state requirements. Individuals are encouraged to ask for a summary of the most recent corrective actions to ensure all previously identified administrative gaps have been resolved.
40-bed community Rank #565 / 672Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 565th out of 672 homes in Georgia. 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.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 moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
5 years in operation Rank #492 / 670Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 492nd out of 670 homes in Georgia. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Georgia facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.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: 22 / 100 Rank #617 / 873Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 617th out of 873 homes in Georgia. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Georgia facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.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.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
About this community
Facility TypePersonal Care Home
IssuanceOctober 8, 2020
CountyWhitfield
Orchard Ridge Residences is administered by Matthew Fox.
Grab Bars
Emergency SystemsYes
Safety Featuresemergency response systems, secured entrances, regular safety drills
Rehabilitation Services
Short-Term Rehab
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing
Email
[email protected]
Library
Salon
Dining Room
Restaurant
Transportation
Housekeeping
Laundry
Memory Care Services
Wellness Programphysical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy
Specific ProgramsPersonal Care
Religious ServicesYes
Starting Price$4,300 per month
Food DescriptionRestaurant-style dining area available.
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 2021 · 5 years of data
12 deficiencies
Inspection Scorecard
This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, 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 2021 vs. Georgia state average
Overall vs. GA average
0 Worse
No metrics in this bucket.
2 Better
Metrics better than Georgia average:
• Total deficiencies (43% below)
• Deficiencies per year (43% below)
• Total deficiencies (43% below)
• Deficiencies per year (43% below)
Latest Inspection
April 2, 2025
Follow Up
Deficiencies
| This Facility | GA Average | vs. GA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 12 | 21 | This facility has 43% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Georgia assisted living residence (12 vs. GA avg 21).↓ 43% better |
|
Deficiencies per year
Average deficiencies per year since 2021.
| 2.4 | 4.2 | This facility has 43% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Georgia assisted living residence (2.4 vs. GA avg 4.2).↓ 43% better |
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
- April 2, 2025 follow-up inspection found no rule violations and confirmed all required staff certifications and background checks were current.
- October 8, 2024 annual inspection cited five deficiencies for missing staff certifications, tuberculosis screenings, physical exams, and criminal background checks.
- Multiple complaint investigations from 2021 to 2024 found no violations, but August 25, 2021 compliance inspection cited failures in staff training and emergency water supply.
Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Orchard Ridge Residences
Single Senior Resident Studio Floor Plan At Orchard Ridge Residences
Double Senior Resident Courtyard Studio Floor Plan At Orchard Ridge Residences
Mid Size Deluxe Studio Floor Plan At Orchard Ridge Residences
Deluxe Studio Floor Plan At Orchard Ridge Residences
Places of interest near Orchard Ridge Residences
3.0 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Dalton's city center to Orchard Ridge Residences's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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The information below is reported by the Georgia Department of Community Health, Healthcare Facility Regulation Division.
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GA AVG
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13
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21
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1.2
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2.1
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14
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#442 / 670 | Cynthia Swaim | 14 | 9
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21
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#295 / 574 | 0.6
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GA AVG
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Rank
#233 / 574 |
| Magnolia Senior Living at Dawsonville | AL MC | Dawsonville | 84
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84
GA AVG
88
Rank
#320 / 672 | No |
18
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18
GA AVG
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#654 / 873 | Studio / Suite / 1 Bed | 2
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2
GA AVG
14
Rank
#620 / 670 | Melissa Lewin | 4 | 0
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0
GA AVG
21
Rank
#1 / 574 | 0.0
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0.0
GA AVG
2.1
Rank
#1 / 574 |
| Benton House of Newnan | AL MC RC | Newnan | 80
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80
GA AVG
88
Rank
#340 / 672 | No |
4
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4
GA AVG
39
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#801 / 873 | Studio / 1 Bed | 7
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7
GA AVG
14
Rank
#388 / 670 | Harvey Gutierrez | 8 | 0
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0
GA AVG
21
Rank
#1 / 574 | 0.0
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0.0
GA AVG
2.1
Rank
#1 / 574 |
| Orchard Ridge Residences | AL MC | Dalton | 40
Facility
40
GA AVG
88
Rank
#565 / 672 | No |
22
Facility
22
GA AVG
39
Rank
#617 / 873 | - | 5
Facility
5
GA AVG
14
Rank
#492 / 670 | Matthew Fox | 9 | 12
Facility
12
GA AVG
21
Rank
#327 / 574 | 1.3
Facility
1.3
GA AVG
2.1
Rank
#370 / 574 |
Financial Assistance for
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Orchard Ridge Residences is located in DALTON, Georgia.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Orchard Ridge Residences
Is Orchard Ridge Residences in a walkable area?
Orchard Ridge Residences has a walk score of 22. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
Does Orchard Ridge Residences have different floorplan options?
Yes — see the floorplan options available at Orchard Ridge Residences on this page.
What is the best email address for Orchard Ridge Residences?
The team at Orchard Ridge Residences can be reached at [email protected].
Who is the administrator of Orchard Ridge Residences?
Matthew Fox is the administrator of Orchard Ridge Residences.
How many beds does Orchard Ridge Residences have?
Orchard Ridge Residences has 40 beds.
Are there photos of Orchard Ridge Residences?
Yes — there are 25 photos of Orchard Ridge Residences in the photo gallery on this page.
What is the address of Orchard Ridge Residences?
Orchard Ridge Residences is located at 986 Orchard Way, Dalton, GA 30721.
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