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The Heritage of Marietta
The Heritage of Marietta under Henrietta Essel’s administration is a 75-bed assisted living community in Marietta, Georgia. It offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, and respite care. The home on Powder Springs Road in Cobb County provides a welcoming environment for seniors needing support with daily living activities and medical management.
Operating for seven years, the facility operates with a focus on resident independence balanced with professional support. It offers a Concierge Medicine program that connects occupants with private physicians, reducing the need for outside appointments and streamlining healthcare coordination. This integrated approach lets residents receive medical oversight without the complexity of coordinating separate providers. Daily life centers on structured activities designed to encourage creativity, skill-building, and socialization among occupants. Memory care residents get specialized attention as part of the home’s dedicated programming. Respite care is offered for families needing short-term support. The Marietta location scores 51 for walkability, meaning some errands and amenities are accessible on foot, while most trips involve a quick drive. The neighborhood offers a blend of nearby services, making it reasonably convenient for visiting family and residents who can venture out. Pets aren’t allowed.
For specific details on floor plans, room types, availability, and pricing, families are encouraged to directly contact the facility.
Community insights.
About this community
The Heritage of Marietta is administered by Henrietta Essel.
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.
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 2019 vs. Georgia state average• Total deficiencies (76% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (69% below)
Deficiencies
| This Facility | GA Average | vs. GA Avg |
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Total deficiencies
| 6 | 25 | This facility has 76% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Georgia assisted living residence (6 vs. GA avg 25).↓ 76% better |
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Deficiencies per inspection
| 0.4 | 1.27 | This facility has 69% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Georgia assisted living residence (0.4 vs. GA avg 1.27).↓ 69% better |
Inspections
| This Facility | GA Average | vs. GA Avg |
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Total inspections
| 16 | 16 | This facility has total inspections in line with the Georgia average (16 vs. GA avg 16).— At avg |
Places of interest near The Heritage of Marietta
5.1 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Marietta's city center to The Heritage of Marietta's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 5.56 miles to nearest hospital (Wellstar Kennestone Regional 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.
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.
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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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| Atherton Place | AL MC | Marietta | 200
Facility
200
GA AVG
87
Rank
#23 / 661 | No |
65
Facility
65
GA AVG
41
Rank
#146 / 838 | - | 22
Facility
22
GA AVG
14
Rank
#131 / 671 | - | Mr. Joseph Vanhorn, Jr. | 7 | 0
Facility
0
GA AVG
21
Rank
#1 / 480 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
GA AVG
1.3
Rank
#1 / 480 |
| The Heritage of Marietta | AL MC RC | Marietta | 75
Facility
75
GA AVG
87
Rank
#348 / 661 | No |
51
Facility
51
GA AVG
41
Rank
#300 / 838 | - | 7
Facility
7
GA AVG
14
Rank
#398 / 671 | - | Henrietta Essel | 16 | 6
Facility
6
GA AVG
21
Rank
#231 / 480 | 0.4
Facility
0.4
GA AVG
1.3
Rank
#163 / 480 |
| Winnwood Retirement Community | AL IL RC | Marietta | 70
Facility
70
GA AVG
87
Rank
#388 / 661 | Yes |
84
Facility
84
GA AVG
41
Rank
#11 / 838 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 9
Facility
9
GA AVG
14
Rank
#290 / 671 | - | Terry Norman | 12 | 0
Facility
0
GA AVG
21
Rank
#1 / 480 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
GA AVG
1.3
Rank
#1 / 480 |
| Oaks at Towne Lake | AL MC RC | Woodstock | 40
Facility
40
GA AVG
87
Rank
#556 / 661 | No |
52
Facility
52
GA AVG
41
Rank
#291 / 838 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 12
Facility
12
GA AVG
14
Rank
#184 / 671 | A+ | Laura Aranda | 14 | 1
Facility
1
GA AVG
21
Rank
#92 / 480 | 0.1
Facility
0.1
GA AVG
1.3
Rank
#92 / 480 |
| Parc at Piedmont East Cobb | AL IL RESC | Marietta | 40
Facility
40
GA AVG
87
Rank
#556 / 661 | Yes |
44
Facility
44
GA AVG
41
Rank
#385 / 838 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 25
Facility
25
GA AVG
14
Rank
#116 / 671 | B- | Bradley Bickford | 4 | 1
Facility
1
GA AVG
21
Rank
#92 / 480 | 0.3
Facility
0.3
GA AVG
1.3
Rank
#129 / 480 |
Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Georgia
The Heritage of Marietta is located in Marietta, Georgia.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Georgia.
Frequently Asked Questions about The Heritage of Marietta
Is The Heritage of Marietta in a walkable area?
The Heritage of Marietta has a walk score of 51. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
How long has The Heritage of Marietta been in business?
The Heritage of Marietta has been operating for approximately 7 years, based on available licensing and registration records.
Are pets allowed at The Heritage of Marietta?
No, The Heritage of Marietta has a no-pet policy.
What is the best email address for The Heritage of Marietta?
The team at The Heritage of Marietta can be reached at hessel@serenityempire.com.
Who is the administrator of The Heritage of Marietta?
Henrietta Essel is the administrator of The Heritage of Marietta.
How many beds does The Heritage of Marietta have?
The Heritage of Marietta has 75 beds.
Has The Heritage of Marietta had any deficiencies?
The Heritage of Marietta has had 6 reported deficiencies since 2019 according to records from Georgia Department of Community Health (DCH).
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