Dogwood Forest of Acworth
Memory Care in Marietta
Memory Care in Marietta
Dogwood Forest of Acworth is a senior living community that offers service for assisted living and nursing home care options for residents who are equally given the same amount of dignified and respected service. Dogwood Forest cultivates an environment where residents continuously still grow as individuals in a nurturing environment that ensures a lifestyle that maximizes each and everyone’s potential for a wonderful aging experience.
Dogwood Forest of Acworth centers of excellence are found in their rehabilitation, long-term care, and skilled nursing care in a rehabilitation center; other inclusive amenities and services such as weekly housekeeping, 24-hour care, two community bistros on-site, a pastoral chaplain, a wellness center, and outdoor walking paths available.
About this community
Dogwood Forest of Acworth is administrated by Ex DENISE RICHARDS.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: 3-story
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Types of Care at Dogwood Forest of Acworth
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.
31 visits/inspections
Inspections are mandatory, regular evaluations conducted by state health departments or regulatory agencies. They ensure the community provides safe, compliant care, covering areas like resident health, staff and management.
Georgia average: 15 visits/inspections
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Latest inspection
27 deficiencies
Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
Georgia average: 21 deficiencies
0.9 deficiencies per inspection
Georgia average: 1.4 deficiencies per inspection
Inspection Report Summary for Dogwood Forest of Acworth
The most recent inspection on August 13, 2024, had no deficiencies cited. Earlier inspections showed a pattern of medication administration issues, including missed doses and communication problems, as well as occasional concerns about resident care and safety, such as delayed responses to falls and inadequate supervision in the memory care unit. Substantiated complaints primarily involved medication management and resident care, while most other complaint investigations were unsubstantiated. Enforcement actions such as fines or license suspensions were not listed in the available reports. The facility’s record shows some improvement in recent years, with no deficiencies found in the latest inspections following earlier citations.
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14.6 miles from city center
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— 9.26 miles to nearest hospital (Wellstar Kennestone Regional Medical Center)
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