The Phoenix at Lake Lanier
Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Gainesville, GA
The Phoenix at Lake Lanier
Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Gainesville, GA
Part of the Phoenix Senior Living network, The Phoenix at Lake Lanier is a senior living community in Gainesville, Georgia, offering assisted living, memory care, and respite care. The community is in Hall County, about 3 miles from Northeast Georgia Medical Center Gainesville. The 180-bed community offers studio and two-bedroom residences. It has been serving residents for 8 years. Katrina Cohen serves as the administrator.
The community provides several care options, so residents can remain in familiar surroundings as their needs change over time. Respite care is also available for families who need short-term support. Residents have access to transportation services and fitness and recreation programs. On-site physicians address routine medical needs without requiring trips outside the community.
The surrounding neighborhood is car-dependent, so most errands and outings require a short drive. Transportation services are available for residents who need to attend appointments and participate in activities away from the community.
State inspection reports have addressed topics including staffing levels, medication administration, resident safety, and communication with families about changes in a resident’s condition. One incident involving resident treatment resulted in personnel action by the community. Families touring The Phoenix at Lake Lanier should ask how staffing and care documentation are currently being managed.
180-bed community Rank #37 / 664Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 37th 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 large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs.
8 years in operation Rank #352 / 671Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 352nd 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: 16 / 100 Rank #673 / 870Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 673rd 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.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
About this community
Facility TypeAssisted Living Community
IssuanceMarch 15, 2018
CountyHall
The Phoenix at Lake Lanier is administered by Katrina Cohen.
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
34 deficiencies
25 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
2 Worse
Metrics worse than Georgia average:
• Total deficiencies (62% above)
• Deficiencies per inspection (17% above) 0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
• Total deficiencies (62% above)
• Deficiencies per inspection (17% 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.
| 34 | 21 | This facility has 62% more total deficiencies than a typical Georgia assisted living residence (34 vs. GA avg 21).↑ 62% worse |
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Deficiencies per inspection
Average deficiencies per inspection.
| 1.4 | 1.2 | This facility has 17% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Georgia assisted living residence (1.4 vs. GA avg 1.2).↑ 17% worse |
Inspections
| This Facility | GA Average | vs. GA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total inspections
Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility.
| 25 | 17 | This facility has had 47% more total inspections than the Georgia average (25 vs. GA avg 17). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 47% 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 August 13, 2024, found no violations during complaint investigation #GA00248703.
- A July 26, 2023, complaint investigation substantiated rough handling of two residents causing discoloration, resulting in termination of the responsible staff member.
- Past inspections from 2018 to 2021 documented repeated deficiencies in staffing levels, medication administration, resident safety, and failure to notify representatives of changes in condition.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Studio / 2 Bed
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Type of Rooms Available
1 / 4
Studio
1
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3.5 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Gainesville's city center to The Phoenix at Lake Lanier's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 3.05 miles to nearest hospital (Northeast Georgia Medical Center Gainesville)
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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.
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| The Phoenix at Lake Lanier | AL MC RC | Gainesville | 180
Facility
180
GA AVG
87
Rank
#37 / 664 | Yes |
16
Facility
16
GA AVG
39
Rank
#673 / 870 | Studio / 2 Bed | 8
Facility
8
GA AVG
14
Rank
#352 / 671 | Katrina Cohen | 25 | 34
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34
GA AVG
21
Rank
#422 / 483 | 1.4
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1.4
GA AVG
1.2
Rank
#364 / 483 |
| The Retreat at Buford | AL MC | Buford (Gravel Springs) | 90
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GA AVG
87
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5
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GA AVG
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Rank
#787 / 870 | - | 4
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4
GA AVG
14
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GA AVG
21
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#1 / 483 | 0.0
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0.0
GA AVG
1.2
Rank
#1 / 483 |
| Ivy Springs Senior Living Buford, LLC | AL MC | Buford | 90
Facility
90
GA AVG
87
Rank
#273 / 664 | No |
5
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5
GA AVG
39
Rank
#787 / 870 | - | 3
Facility
3
GA AVG
14
Rank
#595 / 671 | Anita Khan | 4 | 2
Facility
2
GA AVG
21
Rank
#128 / 483 | 0.5
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0.5
GA AVG
1.2
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#188 / 483 |
| Charter Senior Living of Buford | AL MC | Buford (Woodbriar East) | 64
Facility
64
GA AVG
87
Rank
#431 / 664 | No |
5
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5
GA AVG
39
Rank
#787 / 870 | Studio / 1 Bed | 5
Facility
5
GA AVG
14
Rank
#496 / 671 | Viktor Arvanitopolo | 6 | 12
Facility
12
GA AVG
21
Rank
#314 / 483 | 2.0
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2.0
GA AVG
1.2
Rank
#414 / 483 |
| Lia’s Personal Care Home | AL ADC MC RESC | Buford | - | No |
26
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26
GA AVG
39
Rank
#568 / 870 | 1 Bed | - | - | - | - | - |
Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Georgia
The Phoenix at Lake Lanier is located in Gainesville, Georgia.
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Frequently Asked Questions about The Phoenix at Lake Lanier
Is The Phoenix at Lake Lanier in a walkable area?
The Phoenix at Lake Lanier has a walk score of 16. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
How long has The Phoenix at Lake Lanier been in business?
The Phoenix at Lake Lanier has been operating for approximately 8 years, based on available licensing and registration records.
Are pets allowed at The Phoenix at Lake Lanier?
Yes, The Phoenix at Lake Lanier allows residents to bring their pets.
What is the best email address for The Phoenix at Lake Lanier?
The team at The Phoenix at Lake Lanier can be reached at katrina.cohen@phoenixsrliving.com.
Who is the administrator of The Phoenix at Lake Lanier?
Katrina Cohen is the administrator of The Phoenix at Lake Lanier.
How many beds does The Phoenix at Lake Lanier have?
The Phoenix at Lake Lanier has 180 beds.
Are there photos of The Phoenix at Lake Lanier?
Yes — there are 5 photos of The Phoenix at Lake Lanier in the photo gallery on this page.
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