The Phoenix at Johnson Ferry
Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Marietta, GA
The Phoenix at Johnson Ferry
Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Marietta, GA
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.
66-bed community Rank #416 / 664Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 416th 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 moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
4 years in operation Rank #529 / 671Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 529th 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: 45 / 100 Rank #371 / 870Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 371st 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.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
About this community
Facility TypeAssisted Living Community
IssuanceNovember 6, 2021
CountyCobb
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.
Since 2021 · 5 years of data
3 deficiencies
9 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 2021 vs. Georgia state average
Overall vs. GA average
0 Worse
No metrics in this bucket.
2 Better
Metrics better than Georgia average:
• Total deficiencies (86% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (75% below)
• Total deficiencies (86% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (75% 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.
| 3 | 21 | This facility has 86% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Georgia assisted living residence (3 vs. GA avg 21).↓ 86% better |
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Deficiencies per inspection
Average deficiencies per inspection.
| 0.3 | 1.2 | This facility has 75% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Georgia assisted living residence (0.3 vs. GA avg 1.2).↓ 75% better |
Inspections
| This Facility | GA Average | vs. GA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total inspections
Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility.
| 9 | 17 | This facility has had 47% fewer total inspections than the Georgia average (9 vs. GA avg 17). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 47% fewer |
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
- December 17, 2024 complaint investigation closed with no deficiencies or rule violations cited.
- July 9, 2024 complaint investigation substantiated failure to avoid admitting a resident needing care beyond the facility’s permitted scope.
- June 5, 2024 complaint investigation substantiated staff disrespect toward a resident, resulting in a reprimand for the involved employee.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Studio
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Type of Rooms Available
1 / 4
Studio
1
Living Spaces & Floor Plans for The Phoenix at Johnson Ferry
Places of interest near The Phoenix at Johnson Ferry
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.
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175
GA AVG
87
Rank
#42 / 664 | No |
31
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31
GA AVG
39
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#522 / 870 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 4
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4
GA AVG
14
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#529 / 671 | - | Deana Harris | 7 | -
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GA AVG
21
Rank
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0.0
GA AVG
1.2
Rank
#1 / 483 |
| The Solana East Cobb | AL MC | Marietta | 120
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120
GA AVG
87
Rank
#118 / 664 | Yes |
58
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58
GA AVG
39
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#224 / 870 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 7
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7
GA AVG
14
Rank
#392 / 671 | - | Shevon Phillips | 13 | 3
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3
GA AVG
21
Rank
#154 / 483 | 0.2
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0.2
GA AVG
1.2
Rank
#110 / 483 |
| Winnwood Retirement Community | AL IL RC | Marietta (Whitlock Avenue Historic District) | 70
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70
GA AVG
87
Rank
#390 / 664 | Yes |
84
Facility
84
GA AVG
39
Rank
#11 / 870 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 9
Facility
9
GA AVG
14
Rank
#287 / 671 | - | Terry Norman | 12 | -
Facility
-
GA AVG
21
Rank
#1 / 483 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
GA AVG
1.2
Rank
#1 / 483 |
| The Phoenix at Johnson Ferry | AL MC RC | Marietta | 66
Facility
66
GA AVG
87
Rank
#416 / 664 | Yes |
45
Facility
45
GA AVG
39
Rank
#371 / 870 | Studio | 4
Facility
4
GA AVG
14
Rank
#529 / 671 | - | Barrett Burns | 9 | 3
Facility
3
GA AVG
21
Rank
#154 / 483 | 0.3
Facility
0.3
GA AVG
1.2
Rank
#129 / 483 |
| Oaks at Towne Lake | AL MC RC | Woodstock | 40
Facility
40
GA AVG
87
Rank
#558 / 664 | No |
52
Facility
52
GA AVG
39
Rank
#292 / 870 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 12
Facility
12
GA AVG
14
Rank
#183 / 671 | A+ | Laura Aranda | 14 | 1
Facility
1
GA AVG
21
Rank
#92 / 483 | 0.1
Facility
0.1
GA AVG
1.2
Rank
#92 / 483 |
Financial Assistance for
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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.
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.
What is the address of The Phoenix at Johnson Ferry?
The Phoenix at Johnson Ferry is located at 9 Sherwood Ln, Marietta, GA 30068.
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