Dogwood Forest of Grayson
Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Gwinnett County, GA
Dogwood Forest of Grayson
Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Gwinnett County, GA
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.
Types of Care at Dogwood Forest of Grayson
Assisted Living
Memory Care
Respite Care
110-bed community Rank #155 / 672Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 155th out of 672 homes in Georgia. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Georgia SNFs. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.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.
8 years in operation Rank #328 / 670Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 328th out of 670 homes in Georgia. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Georgia SNFs. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.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: 49 / 100 Rank #324 / 873Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 324th out of 873 homes in Georgia. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Georgia SNFs. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
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 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
Email
[email protected]
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.
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
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
1 Worse
Metrics worse than Georgia average:
• Total inspections (40% above) 3 Better Metrics better than Georgia average:
• Total deficiencies (86% below)
• Deficiencies per year (87% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (90% below)
• Total inspections (40% above) 3 Better Metrics better than Georgia average:
• Total deficiencies (86% below)
• Deficiencies per year (87% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (90% below)
Latest Inspection
March 25, 2025
Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies
| This Facility | GA Average | vs. GA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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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 |
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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 |
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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
| This Facility | GA Average | vs. GA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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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.
Read the full inspection reports for this facility, including detailed findings and corrective actions.
Show Inspection ReportsWhat does this home offer?
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: 2-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
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4.7 miles from city center
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Dogwood Forest of Grayson is located in Grayson, Georgia.
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| Dogwood Forest of Grayson |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision. | Grayson | 110 | No | 49 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 8
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GA AVG
13
Rank
#328 / 670 | Bill Windsor | 14 | 3
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3
GA AVG
19.7
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#172 / 574 | 0.2
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GA AVG
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#127 / 574 |
| Ashton Manor at Sugarloaf |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Lawrenceville (Hanarry Estates) | 70 | No | 49 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 6
Facility
6
GA AVG
13
Rank
#436 / 670 | Robert Howell | 24 | 46
Facility
46
GA AVG
19.7
Rank
#495 / 574 | 1.9
Facility
1.9
GA AVG
1.0
Rank
#483 / 574 |
| Tender Personal Care Home II |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Lawrenceville | 9 | No | 21 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 13
Facility
13
GA AVG
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#144 / 670 | Daniel Emerich | 4 | 5
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5
GA AVG
19.7
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#232 / 574 | 1.3
Facility
1.3
GA AVG
1.0
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#386 / 574 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Dogwood Forest of Grayson
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.
What is the best email address for Dogwood Forest of Grayson?
The team at Dogwood Forest of Grayson can be reached at [email protected].
Who is the administrator of Dogwood Forest of Grayson?
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.
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