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The Phoenix at Johnson Ferry
Part of the Phoenix Senior Living family, The Phoenix at Johnson Ferry is a senior living community in Marietta, Georgia. It offers assisted living, memory care, and respite care. Barrett Burns serves as the administrator. The 66-bed community has studio residences and has been serving residents for 4 years.
The neighborhood has a Walk Score of 45, which is somewhat walkable. A few nearby shops and services can be reached on foot, but most errands and outings require a car. The community is about 8.7 miles from downtown Marietta and approximately 4.3 miles from Northside Hospital Atlanta, giving residents convenient access to nearby hospital care.
Residents have access to transportation services, fitness and recreation programs, nutritional support, and a variety of social and engaging activities. Staff members receive specialized memory care training to better support residents living with memory-related conditions. Licensed physicians and other healthcare professionals are available on-site to assist with daily care needs.
State inspections have reviewed a range of complaint-related matters over the years, including admission practices and staff conduct toward residents. Overall, the inspection history reflects routine complaint investigations rather than a pattern of recurring safety concerns. Families touring The Phoenix at Johnson Ferry should ask how the community manages these areas as part of its daily operations.
Community insights.
About this community
The Phoenix at Johnson Ferry is administered by Barrett Burns.
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 2021 vs. Georgia state average• Total deficiencies (88% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (76% below)
Deficiencies
| This Facility | GA Average | vs. GA Avg |
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Total deficiencies
| 3 | 25 | This facility has 88% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Georgia assisted living residence (3 vs. GA avg 25).↓ 88% better |
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Deficiencies per inspection
| 0.3 | 1.27 | This facility has 76% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Georgia assisted living residence (0.3 vs. GA avg 1.27).↓ 76% better |
Inspections
| This Facility | GA Average | vs. GA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total inspections
| 9 | 16 | This facility has had 44% fewer total inspections than the Georgia average (9 vs. GA avg 16). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 44% fewer |
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Studio
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Type of Rooms Available
Living Spaces & Floor Plans for The Phoenix at Johnson Ferry
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8.7 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Marietta's city center to The Phoenix at Johnson Ferry's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 4.29 miles to nearest hospital (Northside Hospital Atlanta)
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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 |
| 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 |
| The Phoenix at Johnson Ferry | AL MC RC | Marietta | 66
Facility
66
GA AVG
87
Rank
#414 / 661 | Yes |
45
Facility
45
GA AVG
41
Rank
#371 / 838 | Studio | 4
Facility
4
GA AVG
14
Rank
#532 / 671 | - | Barrett Burns | 9 | 3
Facility
3
GA AVG
21
Rank
#155 / 480 | 0.3
Facility
0.3
GA AVG
1.3
Rank
#129 / 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 |
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The Phoenix at Johnson Ferry is located in Marietta, Georgia.
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Frequently Asked Questions about The Phoenix at Johnson Ferry
Is The Phoenix at Johnson Ferry in a walkable area?
The Phoenix at Johnson Ferry has a walk score of 45. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
How long has The Phoenix at Johnson Ferry been in business?
The Phoenix at Johnson Ferry has been operating for approximately 4 years, based on available licensing and registration records.
Are pets allowed at The Phoenix at Johnson Ferry?
Yes, The Phoenix at Johnson Ferry allows residents to bring their pets.
Who is the administrator of The Phoenix at Johnson Ferry?
Barrett Burns is the administrator of The Phoenix at Johnson Ferry.
How many beds does The Phoenix at Johnson Ferry have?
The Phoenix at Johnson Ferry has 66 beds.
Has The Phoenix at Johnson Ferry had any deficiencies?
The Phoenix at Johnson Ferry has had 3 reported deficiencies since 2021 according to records from Georgia Department of Community Health (DCH).
Are there photos of The Phoenix at Johnson Ferry?
Yes — there are 6 photos of The Phoenix at Johnson Ferry in the photo gallery on this page.
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