Orchard Ridge Residences
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Dalton, GA

Orchard Ridge Residences

Assisted Living & Memory Care · Dalton, GA

Overview of Orchard Ridge Residences

Orchard Ridge Residences provides assisted living and memory care in Dalton, GA. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident retains their own living space. Memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone who may be at risk of wandering, and the community may be a good fit for a resident who prefers a smaller setting because it has 40 beds.

The starting price is $4,300, giving families an initial cost figure when considering placement. Matthew Fox serves as the administrator of Orchard Ridge Residences.

Residents can use the community’s salon, outdoor space, and restaurant-style dining area for grooming, time outside, and meals in a designated dining setting. Physical, occupational, and speech therapy are part of the wellness program, and short-term rehabilitation is available for temporary recovery needs.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions. 40 Rank #427 / 527Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 427th out of 527 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.

Smaller home · May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Years of operating Info An established community with some operational experience and growing routines. This is the number of years in operation under current management. Rank #389 / 549Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 389th out of 549 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.
5 years
Walk Score Info Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options. Rank #505 / 701Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 505th out of 701 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.
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About this community

License Details

Facility TypePersonal Care Home
IssuanceOctober 8, 2020
CountyWhitfield

Ownership & Operating Entity

Orchard Ridge Residences is administered by Matthew Fox.

Safety & Compliance

Grab Bars
Emergency SystemsYes
Safety Featuresemergency response systems, secured entrances, regular safety drills

Therapy & Rehabilitation

2 services
Rehabilitation Services
Short-Term Rehab

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Contact Information

Additional Policies & Features

Pets not allowed

Amenities & Lifestyle

Library
Salon
Dining
Transportation
Housekeeping
Laundry
Wellness Programphysical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy
Specific ProgramsPersonal Care
Religious Services

Pricing & Financial Information

Starting Price$4,300 per month

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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 These figures come from state-published data and the state inspection reports we hold on file. The period covered can vary depending on document availability.
Includes all inspection records for this property, which could include management/ownership changes.
12 deficiencies 9 inspections

Inspection Scorecard Info 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 2021 vs. Georgia state average
Overall vs. GA average 1 Worse Metrics worse than Georgia average:
• Deficiencies per inspection (2% above)
1 Better Metrics better than Georgia average:
• Total deficiencies (52% below)

Deficiencies Info Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityGA Averagevs. GA Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 1225 This facility has 52% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Georgia assisted living residence (12 vs. GA avg 25).↓ 52% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 1.31.27 This facility has 2% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Georgia assisted living residence (1.3 vs. GA avg 1.27).↑ 2% worse

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityGA Averagevs. GA Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility. 916 This facility has had 44% fewer total inspections than the Georgia average (9 vs. GA avg 16). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 44% fewer

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

Address 3.0 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Dalton's city center to Orchard Ridge Residences's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Compare Assisted Living around the area

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-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our 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.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
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.
Merrill Gardens at Woodstock
AL
IL
MC
Woodstock
160
Facility 160
GA AVG 81
Rank #33 / 527
Yes
43
Facility 43
GA AVG 40
Rank #321 / 701
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
7
Facility 7
GA AVG 12
Rank #302 / 549
-William Eyzaguirre16
0
Facility 0
GA AVG 21
Rank #1 / 478
0.0
Facility 0.0
GA AVG 1.3
Rank #1 / 478
Belmont Village Senior Living Johns Creek
AL
IL
MC
RC
Suwanee
110
Facility 110
GA AVG 81
Rank #98 / 527
Yes
46
Facility 46
GA AVG 40
Rank #289 / 701
Studio / 1 Bed
14
Facility 14
GA AVG 12
Rank #110 / 549
ASaida Holyfield13
4
Facility 4
GA AVG 21
Rank #184 / 478
0.3
Facility 0.3
GA AVG 1.3
Rank #129 / 478
Oaks at Tucker
AL
Tucker
66
Facility 66
GA AVG 81
Rank #305 / 527
No
63
Facility 63
GA AVG 40
Rank #132 / 701
-
9
Facility 9
GA AVG 12
Rank #207 / 549
ADeborah Dowell8
0
Facility 0
GA AVG 21
Rank #1 / 478
0.0
Facility 0.0
GA AVG 1.3
Rank #1 / 478
Orchard Ridge Residences
AL
MC
Dalton
40
Facility 40
GA AVG 81
Rank #427 / 527
No
22
Facility 22
GA AVG 40
Rank #505 / 701
-
5
Facility 5
GA AVG 12
Rank #389 / 549
-Matthew Fox9
12
Facility 12
GA AVG 21
Rank #315 / 478
1.3
Facility 1.3
GA AVG 1.3
Rank #344 / 478
Benton Village of Stockbridge
AL
MC
RC
Stockbridge
10
Facility 10
GA AVG 81
Rank #501 / 527
No
34
Facility 34
GA AVG 40
Rank #407 / 701
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
9
Facility 9
GA AVG 12
Rank #207 / 549
A+Samira Spencer4
0
Facility 0
GA AVG 21
Rank #1 / 478
0.0
Facility 0.0
GA AVG 1.3
Rank #1 / 478

Rank badges are statewide: each community is ranked against every GA community we track that reports that metric, not just the 5 on this page. See how we rank facilities

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.

How long has Orchard Ridge Residences been in business?

Orchard Ridge Residences has been operating for approximately 5 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Does Orchard Ridge Residences have different floorplan options?

Yes — see the floorplan options available at Orchard Ridge Residences on this page.

Are pets allowed at Orchard Ridge Residences?

No, Orchard Ridge Residences has a no-pet policy.

What is the best email address for Orchard Ridge Residences?

The team at Orchard Ridge Residences can be reached at mfox@veritasSeniorliving.com.

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.

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