Laurel Lodge

Memory Care in Georgia

Overview of Laurel Lodge

Discover an empowered lifestyle at Laurel Lodge, an outstanding senior living community in Cleveland, GA, offering various levels of care, including assisted living, memory care, and respite care. Providing designated care partners and a perfect balance of activities, outings, exercise, and entertainment options, the community ensures residents plenty of opportunities for leisure and wellness. With Horizons Memory Care, residents dealing with memory loss receive plentiful socialization, mindful stimulation, and independence, complemented with compassionate care provided by a familiar and trusted care team.

Laurel Lodge designed their community with the residents’ best life in mind, offering an array of amenities that residents will surely enjoy. Residents can enjoy a cup of coffee with friends at the bistro, have a makeover at the salon and barbershop, or breathe in the fresh air and soak up some sunshine on the beautifully landscaped grounds. Moreover, Laurel Lodge’s all-day dining services fosters communication over a delicious and healthy meal. At Laurel Lodge, residents’ days are sure to be full of good times.

(706) 865-0029
Bed community size
112-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Years in operation
5 years in operation
An established community with some operational experience and growing routines.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 27 / 100
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Community
IssuanceOctober 2, 2023
CountyWhite

Ownership & Operating Entity

Laurel Lodge is administrated by Carly Applewhite.

What does this home offer?

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Minimum Age: 55

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Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: Standard / Deluxe

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Fitness and Recreation

Types of Care at Laurel Lodge

Assisted Living Memory Care

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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.

17 visits/inspections Info 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

Latest inspection

Date October 21, 2025
Complaint Investigation

28 deficiencies

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

Georgia average: 21 deficiencies

1.6 deficiencies per inspection

Georgia average: 1.4 deficiencies per inspection

Inspection Report Summary for Laurel Lodge

The most recent inspection on October 21, 2025, found no deficiencies following a complaint investigation. Earlier inspections showed a pattern of deficiencies primarily related to medication administration, staff training, and communication of care plans. Several complaint investigations substantiated issues such as missed medication doses, uncertified staff administering medications, and inadequate staff training in the memory care center. No fines, immediate jeopardy findings, or license actions were listed in the available reports, and most complaint investigations were unsubstantiated. The facility appears to have addressed prior deficiencies, as follow-up visits in October 2025 found no ongoing violations.

Financial Assistance for
Memory Care in Georgia

Laurel Lodge is located in Cleveland, 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

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Georgia SCSEP (Federally Funded, State-Administered)

Age 55+
General unemployed, low-income, Georgia resident.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,983/month 125% FPL
Asset Limits Not specified; income-focused.
GA

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

Benefits
Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour) Job placement

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

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Address 1.7 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Cleveland's city center to Laurel Lodge's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 6.89 miles to nearest hospital (Clarmont va hospital)

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Penalties and fines

Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.

Source: CMS Penalties Database

Penalty History

Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.

No penalties in the past 3 years

No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.

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