The Gardens at Calvary Alc
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Columbus, GA

The Gardens at Calvary Alc

Assisted Living & Memory Care · Columbus, GA

Overview of The Gardens at Calvary Alc

The Gardens at Calvary Alc offers assisted living and memory care in Columbus, Georgia. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication management, with residents living in community room or suite options. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone who may be at risk of wandering. Having both care levels in one community may suit a resident whose needs grow over time.

The community opened in 2000 and has 100 beds. Housing includes shared suites, studios, deluxe studios, one bedroom and deluxe one bedroom units, and two bedroom units. A studio provides one private living space, while shared suites and two bedroom units can suit a couple moving together or someone who wants a companion.

An in house beauty salon gives residents access to salon services within the community, and accessible outdoor space is available for time outside. Transportation gives residents an option for travel without driving themselves. Pastoral care, chaplain services, and religious services support residents who want faith based services. Dining includes home cooked meals, so residents do not need to prepare each meal themselves, and Zachary Hamsley serves as the administrator.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A mid-sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities. 100 Rank #124 / 527Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 124th 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.

Medium-capacity home · Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.

Years of operating Info A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care. This is the number of years in operation under current management. Rank #66 / 549Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 66th 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.
25 years
Walk Score Info Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options. Rank #490 / 701Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 490th 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 TypeAssisted Living Community
IssuanceJune 27, 2013
CountyMuscogee

Ownership & Operating Entity

The Gardens at Calvary Alc is administered by Zachary Hamsley.

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Nursing Services
24-Hour Staffing

Contact Information

Additional Policies & Features

Pets not allowed

Amenities & Lifestyle

Salon
Wheelchair Accessible
Emergency Call System
Activities
Housekeeping
Laundry
Specific ProgramsTransportation, Pastoral Care
Religious Services
Touring HoursMonday – Friday: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM

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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.

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Address 6.1 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Columbus's city center to The Gardens at Calvary Alc's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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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-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. 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. 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.
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.
The Gardens at Calvary Alc
AL
MC
Columbus
100
Facility 100
GA AVG 81
Rank #124 / 527
No
23
Facility 23
GA AVG 40
Rank #490 / 701
-
25
Facility 25
GA AVG 12
Rank #66 / 549
Zachary Hamsley---
The Gardens at Calvary Alc
AL
MC
Columbus
100
Facility 100
GA AVG 81
Rank #124 / 527
No
23
Facility 23
GA AVG 40
Rank #490 / 701
-
25
Facility 25
GA AVG 12
Rank #66 / 549
Ms. Laurie Smith11
6
Facility 6
GA AVG 21
Rank #230 / 478
0.5
Facility 0.5
GA AVG 1.3
Rank #187 / 478
Oaks at Grove Park
AL
MC
RC
Columbus
90
Facility 90
GA AVG 81
Rank #189 / 527
Yes
40
Facility 40
GA AVG 40
Rank #363 / 701
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
7
Facility 7
GA AVG 12
Rank #302 / 549
Ms. Christina Vogler7
4
Facility 4
GA AVG 21
Rank #184 / 478
0.6
Facility 0.6
GA AVG 1.3
Rank #219 / 478
Spring Harbor
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Columbus
60
Facility 60
GA AVG 81
Rank #330 / 527
Yes
3
Facility 3
GA AVG 40
Rank #678 / 701
1 Bed
20
Facility 20
GA AVG 12
Rank #94 / 549
Michael D. Campbell14
3
Facility 3
GA AVG 21
Rank #154 / 478
0.2
Facility 0.2
GA AVG 1.3
Rank #110 / 478
Oaks at Maple Ridge
AL
RC
Columbus
50
Facility 50
GA AVG 81
Rank #363 / 527
Yes
32
Facility 32
GA AVG 40
Rank #418 / 701
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
9
Facility 9
GA AVG 12
Rank #207 / 549
Stephanie Oswald11
6
Facility 6
GA AVG 21
Rank #230 / 478
0.5
Facility 0.5
GA AVG 1.3
Rank #187 / 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

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Georgia

The Gardens at Calvary Alc is located in COLUMBUS, Georgia.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Georgia.

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Community Care Services Program

Georgia Medicaid CCSP

Age 65+ or disabled
General Georgia resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
GA

High rural demand; waitlists possible.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Adult day care (~$75/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Meals

Respite Care Program

Georgia NFCSP Respite

Age Caregiver of someone 60+ (or with dementia)
General Georgia resident.
Income Limits No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
Asset Limits Not applicable.
GA

Focus on metro and rural balance.

Benefits
In-home aide (4-6 hours/day) Adult day care (~$75/day) Facility stay (up to 5 days)

Home and Community Services (HCS)

Georgia Home and Community Services (Non-Medicaid)

Age 60+
General Georgia resident, functionally impaired, at risk of nursing home placement.
Income Limits (2025) No strict limit; prioritizes ~$41,000/year; cost-sharing for higher incomes.
Asset Limits Not specified; need-based.
GA

Non-Medicaid; AAA-managed.

Benefits
Personal care (4-6 hours/day) Homemaker Adult day care ($80/day) Respite (~5 days/year)

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Georgia Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General Georgia resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI).
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
GA

Three tiers; entitlement benefit.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

Georgia Medicaid PACE

Age 55+
General Georgia resident, nursing home-level care need, safe with PACE support.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
GA

Limited areas (e.g., Macon, Augusta).

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Medical care Meals Transportation Therapy

SOURCE (Service Options Using Resources in a Community Environment)

Georgia Medicaid SOURCE Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General Georgia resident, Medicaid-eligible, frail but not necessarily nursing home-level.
Income Limits (2025) ~$914/month (SSI level); QIT allowed.
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
GA

Enhanced primary care model; statewide via 12 sites.

Benefits
Personal care (4-6 hours/day) Case management Adult day health ($80/day) Respite (limited)

Optional State Supplementation (OSS)

Georgia Optional State Supplementation

Age 65+ or disabled
General Georgia resident, in approved facility, low-income/SSI recipient.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,004/month including SSI
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
GA

~$20-$489/month based on facility type.

Benefits
Cash (~$20-$489/month) for room/board in personal care homes

Frequently Asked Questions about The Gardens at Calvary Alc

Is The Gardens at Calvary Alc in a walkable area?

The Gardens at Calvary Alc has a walk score of 23. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

How long has The Gardens at Calvary Alc been in business?

The Gardens at Calvary Alc has been operating for approximately 25 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at The Gardens at Calvary Alc?

No, The Gardens at Calvary Alc has a no-pet policy.

What is the best email address for The Gardens at Calvary Alc?

The team at The Gardens at Calvary Alc can be reached at zack@calvaryministries.com.

Who is the administrator of The Gardens at Calvary Alc?

Zachary Hamsley is the administrator of The Gardens at Calvary Alc.

How many beds does The Gardens at Calvary Alc have?

The Gardens at Calvary Alc has 100 beds.

Are there photos of The Gardens at Calvary Alc?

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