The Lodge at Stephens Lake
Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Jasper, GA

The Lodge at Stephens Lake

Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Jasper, GA

Overview of The Lodge at Stephens Lake

Nestled in Jasper, Georgia, The Lodge at Stephens Lake stands as a premier upscale senior living community that offers a blend of independent and assisted living alongside top-tier memory care services. As the sole community in the vicinity offering independent living cottages alongside assisted living and memory care residences, The Lodge at Stephens Lake redefines luxury living for seniors. The community is designed to accommodate a luxurious lifestyle and emphasizes exceptional amenities, comprehensive services, fine dining, and attentive care. This distinguished community boasts diverse living options, from rental independent living cottages to assisted living and memory care apartments – all within a singular campus. Recognizing that each senior has unique needs shaped by individual life experiences, The Lodge at Stephens Lake prides itself on offering tailored solutions to these varying requirements.

This brand-new age-in-place community blends the warmth of home with a hassle-free lifestyle for those seeking assisted living, memory care, or the comforts of independent living cottages. Supported by seasoned senior living experts dedicated to delivering passionate clinical services, The Lodge at Stephens Lake is committed to providing unparalleled care. Functioning as an ‘age in place’ haven, The Lodge at Stephens Lake warmly welcomes seniors seeking independent living, assisted living, or memory care. Surrounded by picturesque landscapes, the community fosters an active lifestyle, encouraging residents to immerse themselves in the serene natural surroundings. As a proud Pickens County Chamber of Commerce member, The Lodge at Stephens Lake stands as a testament to exceptional senior living, fostering a vibrant and fulfilling lifestyle for its residents.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions. 66 Rank #235 / 426Bed count — State benchmarkedThis assisted living community is ranked 235th 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 An established community with some operational experience and growing routines. This is the number of years in operation under current management. Rank #313 / 426Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis assisted living community is ranked 313th 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.
4 years
Walk Score Info Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options. Rank #422 / 466Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis assisted living community is ranked 422nd 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.
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About this community

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Community
IssuanceAugust 12, 2022
CountyPickens

Ownership & Operating Entity

The Lodge at Stephens Lake is administered by Timothy Ritch.

Additional Services

1 service
Transportation Services

Additional Policies & Features

Pets Allowed

Amenities & Lifestyle

Fitness And Recreation

Room Accommodations

Housing OptionsPrivate / Companion Suites
Room Sizes345 / 400 / 495 sq. ft
Building TypeTwo-story

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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 2022 · 4 years 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.
2 deficiencies 4 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 2022 vs. Georgia state average
Overall vs. GA average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 2 Better Metrics better than Georgia average:
• Total deficiencies (92% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (62% 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. 225.0 This facility has 92% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Georgia assisted living residence (2 vs. GA avg 25).↓ 92% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 0.51.3 This facility has 62% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Georgia assisted living residence (0.5 vs. GA avg 1.3).↓ 62% 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. 416.0 This facility has had 75% fewer total inspections than the Georgia average (4 vs. GA avg 16). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 75% fewer

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for The Lodge at Stephens Lake

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Places of interest near The Lodge at Stephens Lake

Address 4.0 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Jasper's city center to The Lodge at Stephens Lake'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. 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.
Merrill Gardens at Woodstock
AL
IL
MC
Woodstock
160
Facility 160
GA AVG 75
Rank #16 / 426
Yes
43
Facility 43
GA AVG 38
Rank #198 / 466
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
7
Facility 7
GA AVG 11
Rank #226 / 426
-William Eyzaguirre16
0
Facility 0
GA AVG 21
Rank #1 / 378
0.0
Facility 0.0
GA AVG 1.3
Rank #1 / 378
Belmont Village Senior Living Johns Creek
AL
IL
MC
RC
Suwanee
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
The Lodge at Stephens Lake
AL
IL
MC
RC
Jasper
66
Facility 66
GA AVG 75
Rank #235 / 426
Yes
6
Facility 6
GA AVG 38
Rank #422 / 466
Private / Companion Suites
4
Facility 4
GA AVG 11
Rank #313 / 426
-Timothy Ritch4
2
Facility 2
GA AVG 21
Rank #106 / 378
0.5
Facility 0.5
GA AVG 1.3
Rank #163 / 378
Oaks at Tucker
AL
Tucker
66
Facility 66
GA AVG 75
Rank #235 / 426
No
63
Facility 63
GA AVG 38
Rank #75 / 466
-
9
Facility 9
GA AVG 11
Rank #151 / 426
ADeborah Dowell8
0
Facility 0
GA AVG 21
Rank #1 / 378
0.0
Facility 0.0
GA AVG 1.3
Rank #1 / 378
The Rosewood at Fort Oglethorpe
AL
IL
MC
RC
Fort Oglethorpe
60
Facility 60
GA AVG 75
Rank #259 / 426
Yes
46
Facility 46
GA AVG 38
Rank #177 / 466
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
26
Facility 26
GA AVG 11
Rank #39 / 426
A+Gregory Pflug11
1
Facility 1
GA AVG 21
Rank #76 / 378
0.1
Facility 0.1
GA AVG 1.3
Rank #76 / 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 The Lodge at Stephens Lake

Is The Lodge at Stephens Lake in a walkable area?

The Lodge at Stephens Lake has a walk score of 6. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

How long has The Lodge at Stephens Lake been in business?

The Lodge at Stephens Lake has been operating for approximately 4 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at The Lodge at Stephens Lake?

Yes, The Lodge at Stephens Lake allows residents to bring their pets.

Who is the administrator of The Lodge at Stephens Lake?

Timothy Ritch is the administrator of The Lodge at Stephens Lake.

How many beds does The Lodge at Stephens Lake have?

The Lodge at Stephens Lake has 66 beds.

Has The Lodge at Stephens Lake had any deficiencies?

The Lodge at Stephens Lake has had 2 reported deficiencies according to records from Georgia Department of Community Health (DCH).

Are there photos of The Lodge at Stephens Lake?

Yes — there are 5 photos of The Lodge at Stephens Lake in the photo gallery on this page.

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