Charter Senior Living of Buford
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Buford, GA

Charter Senior Living of Buford

Assisted Living & Memory Care · Buford, GA

Overview of Charter Senior Living of Buford

Located in Buford, GA, Charter Senior Living of Buford is an inviting senior living community that offers Assisted Living and Memory Care. Live comfortably in spacious and carefully designed apartments, ranging from studios, one-bedroom and one-bedroom deluxe apartments. Here, you can feel the warmth of friendly residents and accommodating team members trained to provide utmost support and assistance. With housekeeping, laundry, and maintenance handled, residents are free to spend their precious time on things that truly matters the most to them.

The community’s dedication to enhancing the human spirit pushes them to continuously provide top-notch care, excellent services, and a wealth of convenient amenities. Here, residents enjoy a well-supported lifestyle with round-the-clock support and assistance. Amenities like wellness and fitness center, resource library, reading lounge, card room, full-service beauty salon, and beautiful outdoor areas makes residents’ everyday life more enjoyable and vibrant.

Bed community size
64-bed community Rank #431 / 664Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 431st 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.
Years in operation
5 years in operation Rank #496 / 671Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 496th 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
Walk Score: 5 / 100 Rank #787 / 870Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 787th 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

License Details

Facility TypePersonal Care Home
IssuanceAugust 28, 2024
CountyGwinnett

Ownership & Operating Entity

Charter Senior Living of Buford is administered by Viktor Arvanitopolo.

Contact Information

Contact Charter Senior Living of Buford

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 12 deficiencies 6 inspections

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 2021 vs. Georgia state average
Overall vs. GA average 1 Worse Metrics worse than Georgia average:
• Deficiencies per inspection (67% above)
1 Better Metrics better than Georgia average:
• Total deficiencies (43% below)

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. 1221 This facility has 43% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Georgia assisted living residence (12 vs. GA avg 21).↓ 43% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 21.2 This facility has 67% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Georgia assisted living residence (2 vs. GA avg 1.2).↑ 67% worse

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityGA Averagevs. GA Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility. 617 This facility has had 65% fewer total inspections than the Georgia average (6 vs. GA avg 17). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 65% fewer

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

  • April 15, 2024 complaint investigation substantiated four deficiencies including staffing shortages, medication record errors, inadequate medication assistance, and disrespectful staff behavior toward residents.
  • February 6, 2024 complaint investigation found two deficiencies involving failure to update care plans and inadequate care and supervision for five of seven residents.
  • September 29, 2024 complaint investigation closed with no deficiencies or rule violations cited.

What does this home offer?

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed

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Building Type: Single-story

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Places of interest near Charter Senior Living of Buford

Address 1.6 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Buford's city center to Charter Senior Living of Buford's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 9.8 miles to nearest hospital (Northside Hospital Forsyth)

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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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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Georgia

Charter Senior Living of Buford is located in Buford, 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 Charter Senior Living of Buford

What neighborhood is Charter Senior Living of Buford in?

Charter Senior Living of Buford is in the Woodbriar East neighborhood of Buford.

Is Charter Senior Living of Buford in a walkable area?

Charter Senior Living of Buford has a walk score of 5. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

How long has Charter Senior Living of Buford been in business?

Charter Senior Living of Buford has been operating for approximately 5 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Charter Senior Living of Buford?

No, Charter Senior Living of Buford has a no-pet policy.

What is the best email address for Charter Senior Living of Buford?

The team at Charter Senior Living of Buford can be reached at ed@regencybuford.com.

Who is the administrator of Charter Senior Living of Buford?

Viktor Arvanitopolo is the administrator of Charter Senior Living of Buford.

How many beds does Charter Senior Living of Buford have?

Charter Senior Living of Buford has 64 beds.

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