Dogwood Forest of Grayson

Overview of Dogwood Forest of Grayson

Experience the finest retirement with the idyllic senior living community of Dogwood Forest of Grayson settled on the peaceful Grayson Highway, Grayson, GA, that provides assisted living, memory care, post-operative care, on-site rehabilitation, and short-term stay. With specially designed and elegant residences in a selection of studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom floor plans, seniors ease their worries and live comfortably. The community goes above and beyond in assisting residents with their daily activities for a worry-free lifestyle.

Carefully curated activities and engaging programs accompany seniors as they go about their day. Dedicated to seniors’ well-being, the community works hard to meet their needs and aspirations. Satisfy nutritional needs and cravings with healthy and tasty meals. Dogwood Forest of Grayson strives to provide a safe place for seniors to optimize their freedom and live their best lives.

(678) 496-2319

110-bed community

A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.

8 years in operation

An established community with some operational experience and growing routines.

Walk Score: 49 / 100

Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

About this community

Facility TypeAssisted Living Community

StatusLicensed

IssuanceJuly 17, 2017

CountyGwinnett

Dogwood Forest of Grayson is administrated by Mr Bill Windsor.

Safety FeaturesUV Lighting in the HVAC system to kill viruses.

Rehabilitation Services

Respite Care

Short-Term Rehab

Licensed Nurses/CNAs

24-Hour Staffing

Beautiful Courtyards

Professionally Decorated Interiors

Multiple Dining Options

Cozy Sitting Areas

Community-Wide Wifi

Beauty Salon/Barbershop

Fitness And Rehabilitation Center

Concierge Physicians Program

Adult Day Program Services

Weekly Housekeeping Services

24/7 Maintenance Services

ActivitiesDaily group activities and various social and service clubs.

Specific ProgramsAdditional Services, Spiritual Life

Religious ServicesYes

Food DescriptionNutritional meals provided.

What does this home offer?

Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

Building Type: 2-story

Transportation Services

Fitness and Recreation

Types of Care at Dogwood Forest of Grayson

Assisted Living Memory Care Respite Care

Since 2017 · 9 years of data 3 deficiencies 14 inspections

Inspection Scorecard This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, 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

Latest Inspection March 25, 2025 Complaint Investigation

Deficiencies Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

Metric	This Facility	GA Average	vs. GA Avg
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
Deficiencies per year Average deficiencies per year since 2017.	0.3	2.3	This facility has 87% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Georgia assisted living residence (0.3 vs. GA avg 2.3).↓ 87% better
Deficiencies per inspection Average deficiencies per inspection.	0.2	2.1	This facility has 90% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Georgia assisted living residence (0.2 vs. GA avg 2.1).↓ 90% better

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

Metric	This Facility	GA Average	vs. GA Avg
Total inspections Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.	14	10	This facility has 40% more total inspections than a typical Georgia assisted living residence (14 vs. GA avg 10).↑ 40% worse

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

The most recent inspection on March 25, 2025, found no deficiencies. Earlier inspections generally showed no rule violations, with only a few substantiated complaints over several years. Deficiencies previously cited involved staff not following care plans related to fall prevention, verbal abuse by a staff member, and medication inventory issues leading to unauthorized use. Complaint investigations were mostly unsubstantiated, except for these isolated cases, and no fines, immediate jeopardy findings, or license actions were listed in the available reports. The facility’s inspection history suggests improvement over time, with recent inspections consistently free of deficiencies.

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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).

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.

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.

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).

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).

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).

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).

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

Benefits

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

4.7 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Grayson's city center to Dogwood Forest of Grayson's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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What neighborhood is Dogwood Forest of Grayson in?

Dogwood Forest of Grayson is in the Grayson neighborhood of Grayson.

Is Dogwood Forest of Grayson in a walkable area?

Dogwood Forest of Grayson has a walk score of 49. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

Who is the administrator of Dogwood Forest of Grayson?

Mr BILL WINDSOR is the administrator of Dogwood Forest of Grayson.

How many beds does Dogwood Forest of Grayson have?

Dogwood Forest of Grayson has 110 beds.

Are there photos of Dogwood Forest of Grayson?

Yes — there are 5 photos of Dogwood Forest of Grayson in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the phone number of Dogwood Forest of Grayson?

(678) 496-2319 will put you in contact with the team at Dogwood Forest of Grayson.

What county is Dogwood Forest of Grayson located in?

Dogwood Forest of Grayson is in Gwinnett County.