The Holbrook Decatur
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Decatur, GA
The Holbrook Decatur
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Decatur, GA
Serving older adults in the Mason Mill/Vistavia Hills neighborhood of Decatur, Georgia, The Holbrook Decatur is a senior living community offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Having all three levels of care in one community allows residents to receive additional support without relocating if their needs change. Fratina Boatman serves as the administrator. The community is close to Emory University.
The 129-bed community has served residents for 6 years. Housing ranges from studio apartments to three-bedroom residences, with floor plans measuring about 588 to 1,155 square feet. The neighborhood has a Walk Score of 67, which is moderately walkable. Some nearby shops and services can be reached on foot, while other errands and outings require a short drive.
Residents receive help with activities of daily living and have access to transportation services, fitness programs, and recreation activities. The memory care program includes specialized therapy for residents living with cognitive conditions. Gourmet-style dining, scheduled outings, entertainment, and other recreational programs are also offered here. The community welcomes pets, allowing residents to move in with a companion animal.
Recent inspections by Georgia’s Department of Community Health Healthcare Facility Regulation Division found the community free of rule violations. Earlier inspections focused on staffing levels and resident supervision, particularly within the memory care program. Families touring The Holbrook Decatur may want to ask about current staffing ratios and memory care supervision.
129-bed community Rank #99 / 664Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 99th out of 664 homes 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.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Georgia that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
6 years in operation Rank #446 / 671Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 446th out of 671 homes 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.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Georgia that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
An established community with some operational experience and growing routines.
Walk Score: 67 / 100 Rank #124 / 870Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 124th out of 870 homes 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.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Georgia that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.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 TypeAssisted Living Community
IssuanceAugust 27, 2019
CountyDekalb
The Holbrook Decatur is administered by Fratina Boatman.
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 2019 · 7 years of data
4 deficiencies
18 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 2019 vs. Georgia state average
Overall vs. GA average
0 Worse
No metrics in this bucket.
2 Better
Metrics better than Georgia average:
• Total deficiencies (81% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (83% below)
• Total deficiencies (81% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (83% below)
Deficiencies
| This Facility | GA Average | vs. GA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 4 | 21 | This facility has 81% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Georgia assisted living residence (4 vs. GA avg 21).↓ 81% better |
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Deficiencies per inspection
Average deficiencies per inspection.
| 0.2 | 1.2 | This facility has 83% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Georgia assisted living residence (0.2 vs. GA avg 1.2).↓ 83% better |
Inspections
| This Facility | GA Average | vs. GA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total inspections
Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility.
| 18 | 17 | This facility has had 6% more total inspections than the Georgia average (18 vs. GA avg 17). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 6% more |
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 5, 2025, found no rule violations during a complaint investigation.
- A December 14, 2022 complaint substantiated failures in staffing and resident safety after a resident eloped from the memory care unit, sustaining minor injuries.
- A March 3, 2021 investigation also substantiated inadequate care related to a resident elopement and injury in the memory care unit.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 588 - 695 / 771 - 860 / 865 - 1,155 / 1,141 sq. ft
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Living Spaces & Floor Plans for The Holbrook Decatur
1 Bedroom
1 Bedroom
1 Bedroom
2 bedroom
2 bedroom
2 bedroom
2 bedroom
Studio
Studio
Studio
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2.9 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Decatur's city center to The Holbrook Decatur's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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Compare Assisted Living around Decatur
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.
| The Holbrook Decatur | AL IL MC | Decatur (Mason Mill/Vistavia Hills) | 129
Facility
129
GA AVG
87
Rank
#99 / 664 | Yes |
67
Facility
67
GA AVG
39
Rank
#124 / 870 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed | 6
Facility
6
GA AVG
14
Rank
#446 / 671 | Fratina Boatman | 18 | 4
Facility
4
GA AVG
21
Rank
#184 / 483 | 0.2
Facility
0.2
GA AVG
1.2
Rank
#110 / 483 |
| Sunrise of Decatur | AL MC | Decatur (Westchester Hills/Chelsea Heights) | 100
Facility
100
GA AVG
87
Rank
#192 / 664 | Yes |
69
Facility
69
GA AVG
39
Rank
#107 / 870 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 9
Facility
9
GA AVG
14
Rank
#287 / 671 | Ms. Charmaine Hicks | 29 | 14
Facility
14
GA AVG
21
Rank
#326 / 483 | 0.5
Facility
0.5
GA AVG
1.2
Rank
#188 / 483 |
| Arbor Terrace of Decatur | AL MC | Decatur | 90
Facility
90
GA AVG
87
Rank
#273 / 664 | Yes |
44
Facility
44
GA AVG
39
Rank
#385 / 870 | Studio / 2 Bed | 12
Facility
12
GA AVG
14
Rank
#183 / 671 | David Stewart | 19 | 14
Facility
14
GA AVG
21
Rank
#326 / 483 | 0.7
Facility
0.7
GA AVG
1.2
Rank
#243 / 483 |
| Coventry Place | AL IL RC | Decatur (North Decatur Road) | 50
Facility
50
GA AVG
87
Rank
#486 / 664 | Yes |
73
Facility
73
GA AVG
39
Rank
#59 / 870 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 22
Facility
22
GA AVG
14
Rank
#132 / 671 | Douglas Baker | 24 | - | - |
| Benton House of Decatur | AL MC RC | Decatur | 10
Facility
10
GA AVG
87
Rank
#637 / 664 | No |
52
Facility
52
GA AVG
39
Rank
#292 / 870 | - | 8
Facility
8
GA AVG
14
Rank
#352 / 671 | Ms. Hollie Cufman | 2 | -
Facility
-
GA AVG
21
Rank
#1 / 483 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
GA AVG
1.2
Rank
#1 / 483 |
Financial Assistance for
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Frequently Asked Questions about The Holbrook Decatur
What neighborhood is The Holbrook Decatur in?
The Holbrook Decatur is in the Mason Mill/Vistavia Hills neighborhood of Decatur.
Is The Holbrook Decatur in a walkable area?
The Holbrook Decatur has a walk score of 67. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
How long has The Holbrook Decatur been in business?
The Holbrook Decatur has been operating for approximately 6 years, based on available licensing and registration records.
Are pets allowed at The Holbrook Decatur?
Yes, The Holbrook Decatur allows residents to bring their pets.
What is the best email address for The Holbrook Decatur?
The team at The Holbrook Decatur can be reached at decaturconcierge@holbrooklife.com.
Who is the administrator of The Holbrook Decatur?
Fratina Boatman is the administrator of The Holbrook Decatur.
How many beds does The Holbrook Decatur have?
The Holbrook Decatur has 129 beds.
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