Canton Nursing Center
Assisted Living, Hospice Care, Nursing Care, Nursing Home, Palliative Care, Respite Care & Skilled Nursing · Canton, GA

Canton Nursing Center

Assisted Living, Hospice Care, Nursing Care, Nursing Home, Palliative Care, Respite Care & Skilled Nursing · Canton, GA

Overview of Canton Nursing Center

Canton Nursing Center is a 100-bed nursing home on Hospital Road, right near the center of Canton, Georgia. The facility has been in the community for 52 years, offering long-term skilled nursing and rehabilitation services under the direction of administrator Yolada Kagler. The neighborhood is highly walkable, with a score of 70 out of 100, which makes it easy for visiting families to walk to nearby spots or run quick errands.

Daily life at the facility includes physical and occupational rehab alongside standard medical care. Residents live in climate-controlled rooms, and the kitchen serves daily meals in a quiet, assisted dining area. For everyday comfort, the staff handles the laundry and housekeeping, and residents have access to basic amenities like a beauty shop, property lawns, cable TV, and free WiFi.

When it comes to state oversight, the management team has corrected past inspection findings to keep the building up to health and safety codes, leaving the home with zero active citations.

Older adults and their families can call the main office to check on current bed availability, ask about the rehabilitation schedules, or plan an afternoon to tour the property.

Bed community size
100-bed community Rank #194 / 672Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 194th out of 672 homes in Georgia. 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.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 larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Years in operation
52 years in operation Rank #16 / 670Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 16th out of 670 homes in Georgia. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Georgia facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.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 longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 70 / 100 Rank #90 / 873Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 90th out of 873 homes in Georgia. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Georgia facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.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.
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeNursing Home
StatusSnf/nf Dual Cert
IssuanceSeptember 1, 1973
CountyCherokee
CMS Certification Number115606

Ownership & Operating Entity

Canton Nursing Center is administered by Yolada Kagler.

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Rehabilitation Services

Contact Information

Amenities & Lifestyle

Climate-Controlled Patient Suites
Delicious Cuisine With Healthy Menu Options
Lovely Landscaping
Relaxing Lounge With Flat Screen Tvs
Complimentary Wifi & Cable
Hotel-Grade Housekeeping
Beauty & Barber Services
Laundry Services
Newspaper & Mail Delivery
Alarm System
Specific ProgramsPatient Experience, Covid-19

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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 2017 · 9 years of data 27 deficiencies

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 2017 vs. Georgia state average
Overall vs. GA average 2 Worse Metrics worse than Georgia average:
• Total deficiencies (29% above)
• Deficiencies per year (30% above)
0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
Latest Inspection April 7, 2021 Abbreviated Survey

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. 2721 This facility has 29% more total deficiencies than a typical Georgia assisted living residence (27 vs. GA avg 21).↑ 29% worse
Deficiencies per year Info Average deficiencies per year since 2017. 32.3 This facility has 30% more deficiencies per year than a typical Georgia assisted living residence (3 vs. GA avg 2.3).↑ 30% worse

Inspection Reports Summary Info An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

  • The April 7, 2021 complaint investigation substantiated abuse but cited no deficiencies, and the April 5, 2021 re-inspection confirmed all prior deficiencies were corrected by March 20, 2021.
  • The February 3, 2021 survey found a harm-level deficiency for failure to protect a resident from physical abuse causing injury to a finger, resulting in staff suspension and termination.
  • The facility had multiple prior deficiencies in 2018 related to nutrition, therapeutic diets, kitchen sanitation, medical records, and fire safety code violations, showing past compliance challenges.

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Georgia

Canton Nursing Center is located in CANTON, Georgia.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Georgia.

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Community Care Services Program

Georgia Medicaid CCSP

Age 65+ or disabled
General Georgia resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
GA

High rural demand; waitlists possible.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Adult day care (~$75/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Meals

Respite Care Program

Georgia NFCSP Respite

Age Caregiver of someone 60+ (or with dementia)
General Georgia resident.
Income Limits No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
Asset Limits Not applicable.
GA

Focus on metro and rural balance.

Benefits
In-home aide (4-6 hours/day) Adult day care (~$75/day) Facility stay (up to 5 days)

Home and Community Services (HCS)

Georgia Home and Community Services (Non-Medicaid)

Age 60+
General Georgia resident, functionally impaired, at risk of nursing home placement.
Income Limits (2025) No strict limit; prioritizes ~$41,000/year; cost-sharing for higher incomes.
Asset Limits Not specified; need-based.
GA

Non-Medicaid; AAA-managed.

Benefits
Personal care (4-6 hours/day) Homemaker Adult day care ($80/day) Respite (~5 days/year)

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Georgia Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General Georgia resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI).
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
GA

Three tiers; entitlement benefit.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

Georgia Medicaid PACE

Age 55+
General Georgia resident, nursing home-level care need, safe with PACE support.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
GA

Limited areas (e.g., Macon, Augusta).

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Medical care Meals Transportation Therapy

SOURCE (Service Options Using Resources in a Community Environment)

Georgia Medicaid SOURCE Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General Georgia resident, Medicaid-eligible, frail but not necessarily nursing home-level.
Income Limits (2025) ~$914/month (SSI level); QIT allowed.
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
GA

Enhanced primary care model; statewide via 12 sites.

Benefits
Personal care (4-6 hours/day) Case management Adult day health ($80/day) Respite (limited)

Optional State Supplementation (OSS)

Georgia Optional State Supplementation

Age 65+ or disabled
General Georgia resident, in approved facility, low-income/SSI recipient.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,004/month including SSI
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
GA

~$20-$489/month based on facility type.

Benefits
Cash (~$20-$489/month) for room/board in personal care homes

Frequently Asked Questions about Canton Nursing Center

Is Canton Nursing Center in a walkable area?

Canton Nursing Center has a walk score of 70. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

What is the best email address for Canton Nursing Center?

The team at Canton Nursing Center can be reached at jcalasanzio@cantonnursing.com.

Who is the administrator of Canton Nursing Center?

Yolada Kagler is the administrator of Canton Nursing Center.

How many beds does Canton Nursing Center have?

Canton Nursing Center has 100 beds.

Are there photos of Canton Nursing Center?

Yes — there are 7 photos of Canton Nursing Center in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Canton Nursing Center?

Canton Nursing Center is located at 321 Hospital Road, Canton, GA 30114.

What is the phone number of Canton Nursing Center?

(770) 479-8791 will put you in contact with the team at Canton Nursing Center.

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