Southern Manor at Candler
Assisted Living & Residential Care · Georgia, GA
Southern Manor at Candler
Assisted Living & Residential Care · Georgia, GA
Southern Manor at Candler is a 36-bed personal care home located at 46637 HW 46 East in Metter, Georgia. Administered by Ralph Cowart, this facility has served Candler County since its licensure in 2024, providing assisted living services and personalized care plans. The property features a Walk Score of 60, indicating a moderately walkable setting approximately 3.5 miles from Candler County Hospital.
Data from the Georgia Department of Community Health includes five reports documented between February and June 2025. While the facility holds a citations-per-inspection rate of zero for its most recent June 27, 2025, survey, a complaint investigation earlier that month identified one deficiency. Specifically, the facility failed to report a serious injury to the state after a resident required hospitalization for a hip fracture, erroneously assuming reporting was not required because the individual was in hospice care.
The service model emphasizes a nurturing atmosphere with structured daily activities and individualized attention for seniors. Despite the single reporting gap, three other complaint investigations conducted throughout early 2025 resulted in no rule violations. The facility’s deficiency average remains significantly lower than the Georgia state norm, and there are currently no fines or enforcement actions on record.
Supportive services are designed to manage the daily physical and social requirements of its 36 residents. Operational oversight includes coordinating hospice support and regular engagement programs within a rural east-central Georgia setting. Staffing is focused on providing compassionate care, though the recent state findings highlight a need for administrative diligence regarding mandatory state incident reporting protocols.
Interested individuals should meet with the administrator to review the updated protocols for incident documentation and state communication. An on-site visit allows families to evaluate the compassionate environment and confirm that all safety reporting requirements are being strictly followed. Prospective residents can use this opportunity to discuss how their personalized care plans will be managed and verified by the administrative team.
36-bed community Rank #580 / 672Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 580th 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.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 #641 / 670Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 641st 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.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: 60 / 100 Rank #200 / 873Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 200th 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.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 3, 2024
CountyCandler
Southern Manor at Candler is administrated by Ralph Cowart.
Safety FeaturesHouse Guidelines for safety and comfort.
24-Hour Staffing
Email
[email protected]
Visitor PolicyVisits are welcomed during regular business hours, not during mealtimes.
Admission CriteriaResidents must have physician’s approval to drive.
Minimum Age55+
ActivitiesA wide variety of activities are offered, including arts and crafts, gardening, book clubs, group exercise classes, game nights, and movie screenings.
Wellness ProgramDedicated team available 24/7 to assist with daily needs while honoring each person’s independence and dignity.
Specific ProgramsCurated activities including arts and crafts, gardening, book clubs, group exercise classes, game nights, and movie screenings.
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
1 deficiency
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 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 (95% below)
• Deficiencies per year (95% below)
• Total deficiencies (95% below)
• Deficiencies per year (95% below)
Latest Inspection
June 27, 2025
Complaint Investigation
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 | 21 | This facility has 95% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Georgia assisted living residence (1 vs. GA avg 21).↓ 95% better |
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Deficiencies per year
Average deficiencies per year since 2025.
| 1 | 21 | This facility has 95% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Georgia assisted living residence (1 vs. GA avg 21).↓ 95% better |
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
- The most recent inspection on June 27, 2025 found no deficiencies or rule violations during a complaint investigation.
- On June 11, 2025, the facility failed to report a serious injury of a resident with a hip fracture, resulting in one substantiated complaint and one deficiency.
- Four other complaint investigations between February and May 2025 found no rule violations or deficiencies.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Southern Manor at Candler
Is Southern Manor at Candler in a walkable area?
Southern Manor at Candler has a walk score of 60. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
What is the best email address for Southern Manor at Candler?
The team at Southern Manor at Candler can be reached at [email protected].
Who is the administrator of Southern Manor at Candler?
Ralph Cowart is the administrator of Southern Manor at Candler.
How many beds does Southern Manor at Candler have?
Southern Manor at Candler has 36 beds.
Are there photos of Southern Manor at Candler?
Yes — there are 8 photos of Southern Manor at Candler in the photo gallery on this page.
What is the address of Southern Manor at Candler?
Southern Manor at Candler is located at 46637 HW 46 EAST.
What is the phone number of Southern Manor at Candler?
(706) 678-3330 will put you in contact with the team at Southern Manor at Candler.
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