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Medlock Gardens Senior Living
Forty-two beds on Medlock Road, 1.2 miles from the center of Decatur. Medlock Gardens Senior Living’s Walk Score of 77 means it is one of the more walkable assisted living addresses in Georgia; most errands are manageable on foot, and the surrounding neighborhood has real density. Serita Buchanan administers the facility, which has been running for 12 years.
A full-time licensed nurse is on-site at the address. The grounds have a rose garden and a full-service salon. It is not pet-friendly.
Medlock Gardens holds a Personal Care Home license from Georgia’s Department of Community Health, which regulates these facilities on a separate track from the federal CMS system. Medicare and Medicaid don’t apply here; placement is on private terms under state licensing. State inspections have historically touched on fire-safety systems.
At 42 beds, this is a small community. That scale tends to mean less institutional distance and more visibility for individual residents..
Medlock Gardens is a compact, walkable, state-licensed assisted living option in central Decatur, suited to families who want a small personal-care setting close to the city’s amenities and aren’t depending on CMS-administered benefits.
Community insights.
About this community
Medlock Gardens Senior Living is administered by Serita Buchanan.
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 2017 vs. Georgia state average• Total deficiencies (76% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (69% below)
Deficiencies
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Total deficiencies
| 6 | 25 | This facility has 76% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Georgia assisted living residence (6 vs. GA avg 25).↓ 76% better |
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Deficiencies per inspection
| 0.4 | 1.27 | This facility has 69% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Georgia assisted living residence (0.4 vs. GA avg 1.27).↓ 69% better |
Inspections
| This Facility | GA Average | vs. GA Avg |
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Total inspections
| 15 | 16 | This facility has had 6% fewer total inspections than the Georgia average (15 vs. GA avg 16). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 6% fewer |
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Places of interest near Medlock Gardens Senior Living
1.2 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Decatur's city center to Medlock Gardens Senior Living's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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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.
NH (Nursing Home):
24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs.
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.
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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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| The Holbrook Decatur | IL AL MC | Decatur | 129
Facility
129
GA AVG
87
Rank
#99 / 661 | Yes |
67
Facility
67
GA AVG
41
Rank
#123 / 838 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed | 6
Facility
6
GA AVG
14
Rank
#453 / 671 | - | Fratina Boatman | 18 | 4
Facility
4
GA AVG
21
Rank
#185 / 480 | 0.2
Facility
0.2
GA AVG
1.3
Rank
#110 / 480 |
| Coventry Place | IL AL RC | Decatur | 75
Facility
75
GA AVG
87
Rank
#348 / 661 | Yes |
73
Facility
73
GA AVG
41
Rank
#58 / 838 | - | 22
Facility
22
GA AVG
14
Rank
#131 / 671 | - | Mr. Michael Cress | 24 | 41
Facility
41
GA AVG
21
Rank
#429 / 480 | 1.7
Facility
1.7
GA AVG
1.3
Rank
#390 / 480 |
| The Waterford at Decatur | IL MC | Decatur | 70
Facility
70
GA AVG
87
Rank
#388 / 661 | No |
43
Facility
43
GA AVG
41
Rank
#395 / 838 | Private Studio / Shared Apartment | 1
Facility
1
GA AVG
14
Rank
#644 / 671 | A- | Todd Barker | 4 | 0
Facility
0
GA AVG
21
Rank
#1 / 480 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
GA AVG
1.3
Rank
#1 / 480 |
| The Montclair | IL AL MC NH RC | Lake Decatur | 45
Facility
45
GA AVG
87
Rank
#535 / 661 | No |
53
Facility
53
GA AVG
41
Rank
#275 / 838 | - | 11
Facility
11
GA AVG
14
Rank
#216 / 671 | - | Juanita Gichana | 6 | 5
Facility
5
GA AVG
21
Rank
#213 / 480 | 0.8
Facility
0.8
GA AVG
1.3
Rank
#265 / 480 |
| Medlock Gardens Senior Living | IL | Decatur | 42
Facility
42
GA AVG
87
Rank
#550 / 661 | Yes |
77
Facility
77
GA AVG
41
Rank
#33 / 838 | - | 12
Facility
12
GA AVG
14
Rank
#184 / 671 | - | Serita Buchanan | 15 | 6
Facility
6
GA AVG
21
Rank
#231 / 480 | 0.4
Facility
0.4
GA AVG
1.3
Rank
#163 / 480 |
Financial Assistance for
Independent Living in Georgia
Medlock Gardens Senior Living is located in Decatur, Georgia.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Medlock Gardens Senior Living
Is Medlock Gardens Senior Living in a walkable area?
Medlock Gardens Senior Living has a walk score of 77. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
How long has Medlock Gardens Senior Living been in business?
Medlock Gardens Senior Living has been operating for approximately 12 years, based on available licensing and registration records.
Are pets allowed at Medlock Gardens Senior Living?
Yes, Medlock Gardens Senior Living allows residents to bring their pets.
What is the best email address for Medlock Gardens Senior Living?
The team at Medlock Gardens Senior Living can be reached at neke@medlockgardens.com.
Who is the administrator of Medlock Gardens Senior Living?
Serita Buchanan is the administrator of Medlock Gardens Senior Living.
How many beds does Medlock Gardens Senior Living have?
Medlock Gardens Senior Living has 42 beds.
Has Medlock Gardens Senior Living had any deficiencies?
Medlock Gardens Senior Living has had 6 reported deficiencies according to records from Georgia Department of Community Health (DCH).





