Sumter County Retirement Village
Sumter County Retirement Village
Burrowed in the heart of Plains, Georgia, Sumter County Retirement Village is a premiere senior living community that promises its residents an exceptional retirement experience through its independent and assisted living services. Surrounded by charming landscaped grounds and splendid ranch-style architecture, the community creates an inviting atmosphere where residents can enjoy the warm, southern breeze.
Sumter County Retirement Village is also conveniently located to shops, local attractions, and historical monuments that residents and their families can enjoy. To help ease the burdens of daily life, the community also provides housekeeping, laundry, and dry-cleaning services. Moreover, Sumter County Retirement Village also offers amenities like professional medical services, personal care, transportation services, and a wide range of daily activities to ensure that the residents’ holistic needs are met.
24-bed community Rank #602 / 661Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 602nd 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 smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions.
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: 11 / 100 Rank #717 / 838Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 717th 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.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
About this community
Facility TypePersonal Care Home
IssuanceFebruary 18, 2004
CountySumter
Sumter County Retirement Village is administered by Frances Brock.
Rehabilitation Services
Nursing Services
24-Hour Staffing
Laundry
ActivitiesDaily activities including art classes, game nights, exercise classes, and transportation to off-site activities
Specific ProgramsHousekeeping, dry-cleaning services, 24-hour medication management, ambulatory care, diabetic care, grooming, dressing, transportation for rehabilitative needs
Touring HoursMonday-Friday: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm, Saturday: By Appointment, Sunday: By Appointment
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 2018 · 8 years of data
These figures come from state-published and/or federal inspection records. The period covered can vary depending on document availability.
27 deficiencies
22 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 2018 vs. Georgia state average
Overall vs. GA average
1 Worse
Metrics worse than Georgia average:
• Total deficiencies (29% above) 0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
• Total deficiencies (29% above) 0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
Deficiencies
| This Facility | GA Average | vs. GA Avg |
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 27 | 21 | This facility has 29% more total deficiencies than a typical Georgia assisted living residence (27 vs. GA avg 21).↑ 29% worse |
Inspections
| This Facility | GA Average | vs. GA Avg |
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Total inspections
Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility.
| 22 | 17 | This facility has had 29% more total inspections than the Georgia average (22 vs. GA avg 17). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 29% more |
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed
Building Type: Single-story
Transportation Services
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0.8 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Plains's city center to Sumter County Retirement Village's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 9.01 miles to nearest hospital (Phoebe Sumter Medical Center)
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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.
NH (Nursing Home):
24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs.
SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility):
Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness.
MC (Memory Care):
Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia.
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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| Baptist Village, Inc. | AL IL NH SNF | Waycross | 254
Facility
254
GA AVG
87
Rank
#7 / 661 | No |
60
Facility
60
GA AVG
41
Rank
#198 / 838 | - | 52
Facility
52
GA AVG
14
Rank
#16 / 671 | - | Holli Sweat | 34 | 45
Facility
45
GA AVG
21
Rank
#435 / 480 | 1.3
Facility
1.3
GA AVG
1.2
Rank
#348 / 480 |
| Magnolia Manor of Marion County | AL IL MC NH SNF | Buena Vista | 70
Facility
70
GA AVG
87
Rank
#388 / 661 | No |
50
Facility
50
GA AVG
41
Rank
#311 / 838 | - | 52
Facility
52
GA AVG
14
Rank
#16 / 671 | - | Angela Watkins | 23 | 48
Facility
48
GA AVG
21
Rank
#442 / 480 | 2.1
Facility
2.1
GA AVG
1.2
Rank
#420 / 480 |
| Lenbrook | AL MC NH SNF | Ne Atlanta | 60
Facility
60
GA AVG
87
Rank
#446 / 661 | No |
57
Facility
57
GA AVG
41
Rank
#238 / 838 | - | 45
Facility
45
GA AVG
14
Rank
#74 / 671 | A+ | Mr. John Clark | 21 | 15
Facility
15
GA AVG
21
Rank
#335 / 480 | 0.7
Facility
0.7
GA AVG
1.2
Rank
#244 / 480 |
| Marsh’s Edge | AL IL MC NH SNF | Saint Simons Island | 32
Facility
32
GA AVG
87
Rank
#580 / 661 | Yes |
67
Facility
67
GA AVG
41
Rank
#123 / 838 | - | 11
Facility
11
GA AVG
14
Rank
#216 / 671 | - | Mr. Chris Murray | 12 | 6
Facility
6
GA AVG
21
Rank
#231 / 480 | 0.5
Facility
0.5
GA AVG
1.2
Rank
#188 / 480 |
| Sumter County Retirement Village | AL | Plains | 24
Facility
24
GA AVG
87
Rank
#602 / 661 | Yes |
11
Facility
11
GA AVG
41
Rank
#717 / 838 | Studio / 1 Bed | 22
Facility
22
GA AVG
14
Rank
#131 / 671 | - | Frances Brock | 22 | 27
Facility
27
GA AVG
21
Rank
#400 / 480 | 1.2
Facility
1.2
GA AVG
1.2
Rank
#339 / 480 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Sumter County Retirement Village
Is Sumter County Retirement Village in a walkable area?
Sumter County Retirement Village has a walk score of 11. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
How long has Sumter County Retirement Village been in business?
Sumter County Retirement Village has been operating for approximately 22 years, based on available licensing and registration records.
Are pets allowed at Sumter County Retirement Village?
Yes, Sumter County Retirement Village allows residents to bring their pets.
Who is the administrator of Sumter County Retirement Village?
Frances Brock is the administrator of Sumter County Retirement Village.
How many beds does Sumter County Retirement Village have?
Sumter County Retirement Village has 24 beds.
Has Sumter County Retirement Village had any deficiencies?
Sumter County Retirement Village has had 27 reported deficiencies since 2018 according to records from Georgia Department of Community Health (DCH).
Are there photos of Sumter County Retirement Village?
Yes — there are 5 photos of Sumter County Retirement Village in the photo gallery on this page.
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