Explore Open Rooms

1 Contact details
2 What type of senior care service are you looking for?
3 What budget do you have in mind for senior care?
4 How soon do you need to find care?
5 Additional details

Thank you for your interest!

Our team will be in touch shortly to help with next steps.

Assisted Living in Georgia

Heritage Oaks Retirement Living

Assisted Living in Georgia

Heritage Oaks Retirement Living

300 HERITAGE DRIVE, ST SIMONS, GA 31522.0 View map
Overview of Heritage Oaks Retirement Living
Heritage Oaks Retirement Living is a vibrant senior community located on St. Simons Island, Georgia. It offers a range of living options including independent living, catered living, assisted living, and short-term care. The community is designed for active adults aged 55 and older, providing a supportive environment with various amenities and engaging activities.
(770) 299-9078

Capacity and availability

Smaller home

May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Total beds 34
Bed community size
34-bed community
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Years in operation
1 year in operation
A newer community that may feature more recent facilities and programs.

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Community
IssuanceMarch 6, 2025
CountyGLYNN

Ownership & Operating Entity

Heritage Oaks Retirement Living is administrated by Myra Braswell.

Safety & Compliance

Emergency SystemsYes
Safety FeaturesEmergency response systems, secure entrances, 24/7 staff

Therapy & Rehabilitation

2 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

3 services
Nursing Services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Services

1 service
Memory Support

Additional Policies & Features

Minimum Age55
HousekeepingYes
Utilities IncludedYes

Amenities & Lifestyle

15 amenities
Emergency Call System
24/7 Staff On Site
Noon Meal Included
Seated Dining
Spiritual Enrichment Programs
Scheduled Local Transportation
Organized Social Activities
All Utilities (Except Telephone)
Central Heat & Air
Expanded Basic Cable Tv
Exercise Programs
Maintenance Services
Media Room
On-Site Rehabilitative Therapy Services
Beauty/Barber Shop
ActivitiesEngaging activities including social gatherings, fitness classes, arts and crafts, educational seminars, and group outings.
Specific ProgramsIndependent Living, Catered Living, Assisted Living, Short-Term Care, Memory Support Neighborhood, Events/Activities

Dining & Nutrition

Food DescriptionDaily three delicious, nutritious meals designed for a variety of dietary needs and preferences.
Meals IncludedYes
Meals Per Day3
Contact Heritage Oaks Retirement Living

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.

2 visits/inspections

Georgia average: 15 visits/inspections

Latest inspection

Date August 4, 2025
Complaint Investigation

1 deficiency

Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.

Georgia average: 21 deficiencies

Inspection Report Summary for Heritage Oaks Retirement Living

The most recent inspection on August 4, 2025, found no deficiencies during a complaint investigation. Earlier inspections included a substantiated complaint from July 2025, where the facility failed to report a serious injury involving a resident’s fractured femur within the required timeframe. This issue relates primarily to incident reporting and communication protocols. No fines, immediate jeopardy findings, or license actions were listed in the available reports. The facility’s recent clean investigation suggests some improvement in addressing prior concerns.

Compare Assisted Living around Georgia

Filter by care type
Westhill Newnan Crossing
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.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

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.

NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

Newnan
118
Yes
18
-
3
-
Kathryn Economou
10
3
Celebration Village Forsyth
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.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

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.

Suwanee
100
Yes
38
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
8
A+
Mr James Slagle
18
10
Celebration Village Acworth
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.

Acworth
100
Yes
41
-
8
A+
Ms Jocelyn Cochran
18
8
The Canopy at Boynton Ridge
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.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

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.

NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

Ringgold
80
Yes
31
-
5
A+
Allie Hill
8
4
Heritage Oaks Retirement Living
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.

ST SIMONS
34
No
-
-
1
-
Myra Braswell
2
1

Places of interest near Heritage Oaks Retirement Living

Address 0.0 miles from city center

Address 300 HERITAGE DRIVE, ST SIMONS, GA 31522.0

Calculate Travel Distance to Heritage Oaks Retirement Living

Add your location

Address

Guides for Better Senior Living

Care Cost Calculator: See Prices in Your Area

Nursing Home Data Explorer

Don’t Wait Too Long: 7 Red Flag Signs Your Parent Needs Assisted Living Now

The True Cost of Assisted Living in 2025 – And How Families Are Paying For It

Understanding Senior Living Costs: Pricing Models, Discounts & Financial Assistance

Financial Aid for Georgia Seniors

Get financial aid guidance

Community Care Services Program

Georgia Medicaid CCSP

Age 65+ or disabled, Georgia resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.

~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

High rural demand; waitlists possible.

Respite Care Program

Georgia NFCSP Respite

Caregiver of someone 60+ (or with dementia), Georgia resident.

No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.

Not applicable.

Focus on metro and rural balance.

Home and Community Services (HCS)

Georgia Home and Community Services (Non-Medicaid)

Age 60+, Georgia resident, functionally impaired, at risk of nursing home placement.

No strict limit; prioritizes ~$41,000/year; cost-sharing for higher incomes.

Not specified; need-based.

Non-Medicaid; AAA-managed.

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Georgia Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled, Georgia resident, Medicare Part A/B.

~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI).

$9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).

Three tiers; entitlement benefit.

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

Georgia Medicaid PACE

Age 55+, Georgia resident, nursing home-level care need, safe with PACE support.

~$2,829/month (300% FBR).

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

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

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Georgia SCSEP (Federally Funded, State-Administered)

Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, Georgia resident.

~$1,983/month (125% FPL).

Not specified; income-focused.

~1,200 slots; prioritizes veterans, rural residents.

SOURCE (Service Options Using Resources in a Community Environment)

Georgia Medicaid SOURCE Program

Age 65+ or disabled, Georgia resident, Medicaid-eligible, frail but not necessarily nursing home-level.

~$914/month (SSI level); QIT allowed.

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

Enhanced primary care model; statewide via 12 sites.

Optional State Supplementation (OSS)

Georgia Optional State Supplementation

Age 65+ or disabled, Georgia resident, in approved facility, low-income/SSI recipient.

~$1,004/month (including SSI).

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

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