Southern Manor at Candler
Assisted Living & Residential Care · Metter, GA

Southern Manor at Candler

Assisted Living & Residential Care · Metter, GA

Overview of Southern Manor at Candler

Southern Manor at Candler offers assisted living and residential care in Metter, GA. Assisted living can help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication, while residential care provides support for everyday needs in a residential setting. The community has 36 beds, creating a smaller setting where staff and residents can get to know one another, and it may be a good fit for someone who prefers a smaller community.

Southern Manor at Candler opened in 2021, and Ralph Cowart serves as the administrator. A Walk Score of 60 is somewhat walkable, meaning some errands can be completed on foot, which may help a resident who no longer drives handle certain nearby errands independently. Residents can spend time outdoors enjoying the scenery, with curated activities that include arts and crafts, gardening, book clubs, group exercise classes, game nights, and movie screenings.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions. 36 Rank #354 / 426Bed count — State benchmarkedThis assisted living community is ranked 354th out of 426 assisted living communities 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 compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Georgia that reports data for that category. Assisted living 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 A newer community that may feature more recent facilities and programs. This is the number of years in operation under current management. Rank #402 / 426Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis assisted living community is ranked 402nd out of 426 assisted living communities 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 compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Georgia that reports data for that category. Assisted living 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.
2 years
Walk Score Info Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities. Rank #88 / 466Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis assisted living community is ranked 88th out of 466 assisted living communities 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 compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Georgia that reports data for that category. Assisted living 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.
60 / 100

About this community

License Details

Facility TypePersonal Care Home
IssuanceSeptember 3, 2024
CountyCandler

Ownership & Operating Entity

Southern Manor at Candler is administered by Ralph Cowart.

Safety & Compliance

Safety FeaturesHouse Guidelines for safety and comfort.

Staffing & Medical

1 service
24-Hour Staffing

Contact Information

Additional Policies & Features

Pets not allowed
Visitor PolicyVisits are welcomed during regular business hours, not during mealtimes.
Admission CriteriaResidents must have physician’s approval to drive.
Minimum Age55+

Amenities & Lifestyle

Activitiesarts and crafts
Wellness ProgramDedicated team available 24/7 to assist with daily needs
Specific ProgramsCurated activities including arts and crafts, gardening, book clubs, group exercise classes, game nights, and movie screenings

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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 2025 · 1 year 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.
1 deficiency 5 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 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 (85% 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. 125.0 This facility has 96% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Georgia assisted living residence (1 vs. GA avg 25).↓ 96% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 0.21.3 This facility has 85% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Georgia assisted living residence (0.2 vs. GA avg 1.3).↓ 85% better

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. 516.0 This facility has had 69% fewer total inspections than the Georgia average (5 vs. GA avg 16). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 69% fewer

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Address 0.0 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Metter's city center to Southern Manor at Candler'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. RESC (Residential Care): Personal care and daily-living support in a smaller, more intimate residential setting. 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.
Belmont Village Senior Living Johns Creek
AL
IL
MC
RC
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110
Facility 110
GA AVG 75
Rank #62 / 426
Yes
46
Facility 46
GA AVG 38
Rank #177 / 466
Studio / 1 Bed
14
Facility 14
GA AVG 11
Rank #79 / 426
ASaida Holyfield13
4
Facility 4
GA AVG 21
Rank #156 / 378
0.3
Facility 0.3
GA AVG 1.3
Rank #110 / 378
Belmont Village Senior Living Buckhead
AL
MC
Atlanta
100
Facility 100
GA AVG 75
Rank #83 / 426
Yes
47
Facility 47
GA AVG 38
Rank #170 / 466
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
14
Facility 14
GA AVG 11
Rank #79 / 426
AClint Strickland12
1
Facility 1
GA AVG 21
Rank #76 / 378
0.1
Facility 0.1
GA AVG 1.3
Rank #76 / 378
Historic Roswell Place
AL
MC
Roswell
96
Facility 96
GA AVG 75
Rank #113 / 426
Yes
76
Facility 76
GA AVG 38
Rank #17 / 466
Studio / 1 Bed
8
Facility 8
GA AVG 11
Rank #191 / 426
ASaron Coney17
3
Facility 3
GA AVG 21
Rank #128 / 378
0.2
Facility 0.2
GA AVG 1.3
Rank #91 / 378
Southern Manor at Candler
AL
RESC
East Metter
36
Facility 36
GA AVG 75
Rank #354 / 426
No
60
Facility 60
GA AVG 38
Rank #88 / 466
-
2
Facility 2
GA AVG 11
Rank #402 / 426
-Ralph Cowart5
1
Facility 1
GA AVG 21
Rank #76 / 378
0.2
Facility 0.2
GA AVG 1.3
Rank #91 / 378
Brookdale Chambrel Roswell
AL
IL
MC
Roswell
30
Facility 30
GA AVG 75
Rank #369 / 426
Yes
55
Facility 55
GA AVG 38
Rank #116 / 466
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
48
Facility 48
GA AVG 11
Rank #12 / 426
A+Jaime Henry2
0
Facility 0
GA AVG 21
Rank #1 / 378
0.0
Facility 0.0
GA AVG 1.3
Rank #1 / 378

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each assisted living community is ranked against every other GA assisted living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 5 on this page. See how we rank facilities

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. Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

How long has Southern Manor at Candler been in business?

Southern Manor at Candler has been operating for approximately 2 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Southern Manor at Candler?

No, Southern Manor at Candler has a no-pet policy.

What is the best email address for Southern Manor at Candler?

The team at Southern Manor at Candler can be reached at admin@southernmanor.net.

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.

Has Southern Manor at Candler had any deficiencies?

Southern Manor at Candler has had 1 reported deficiency according to records from Georgia Department of Community Health (DCH).

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