Legacy Ridge at Buckhead
Independent Living & Assisted Living · Atlanta, GA
Legacy Ridge at Buckhead
Independent Living & Assisted Living · Atlanta, GA
Overview of Legacy Ridge at Buckhead
Legacy Ridge at Buckhead, a premier assisted living with memory care community, stands unwavering in its commitment to providing exceptional care. This distinguished home offers a range of services for seniors, including respite care, creating a vibrant environment in Atlanta. Nestled in a tranquil and serene area, it provides a haven of peace for its residents. The team at Legacy Ridge, consisting of specially trained memory care associates and licensed nurses on call 24/7, is unparalleled in their expertise, motivation, and genuine kindness.
Expansive outdoor spaces and engaging activities such as card games, painting sessions, and morning walks keep residents active and entertained, fostering a vibrant assisted living community for seniors. Moreover, Legacy Ridge offers a variety of floor plans, allowing residents to personalize their living spaces and create a true home away from home. This level of individuality extends to memory care living facilities, where residents are encouraged to bring their own furniture and mementos to evoke a sense of familiarity and comfort. A library invites residents to embark on literary journeys, while raised garden beds provide an opportunity to connect with nature. The community also features a hair and nail salon, offering residents a chance to indulge in self-care and pampering.
Types of Care at Legacy Ridge at Buckhead
Assisted Living
83-bed community Rank #326 / 669Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 326th out of 669 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.
5 years in operation Rank #483 / 670Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 483rd 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: 68 / 100 Rank #116 / 873Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 116th 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.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
About this community
Facility TypeAssisted Living Community
IssuanceAugust 25, 2020
CountyFulton
Legacy Ridge at Buckhead is administrated by Jo Ellen Spivey.
Respite Care
Email
[email protected]
Food DescriptionThe Dining Director and culinary team whip up hearty, nutritious, and fulfilling scratch-made meals daily.
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 2021 · 5 years of data
5 deficiencies
16 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 2021 vs. Georgia state average
Overall vs. GA average
1 Worse
Metrics worse than Georgia average:
• Total inspections (60% above) 3 Better Metrics better than Georgia average:
• Total deficiencies (76% below)
• Deficiencies per year (76% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (86% below)
• Total inspections (60% above) 3 Better Metrics better than Georgia average:
• Total deficiencies (76% below)
• Deficiencies per year (76% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (86% below)
Latest Inspection
July 30, 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.
| 5 | 21 | This facility has 76% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Georgia assisted living residence (5 vs. GA avg 21).↓ 76% better |
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Deficiencies per year
Average deficiencies per year since 2021.
| 1 | 4.2 | This facility has 76% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Georgia assisted living residence (1 vs. GA avg 4.2).↓ 76% better |
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Deficiencies per inspection
Average deficiencies per inspection.
| 0.3 | 2.1 | This facility has 86% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Georgia assisted living residence (0.3 vs. GA avg 2.1).↓ 86% 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.
| 16 | 10 | This facility has 60% more total inspections than a typical Georgia assisted living residence (16 vs. GA avg 10).↑ 60% 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 July 30, 2025, found no deficiencies. Earlier inspections showed a pattern of deficiencies related mainly to resident supervision and medication management, including incidents of inadequate oversight leading to a resident being found in a walk-in freezer and medication errors causing missed or incorrect doses. There were also citations for failure to report serious incidents within required timeframes. Complaint investigations were mostly unsubstantiated, with the exception of substantiated issues involving protective care and medication administration. The trend suggests some improvement, as recent inspections have not identified deficiencies following earlier concerns.
Read the full inspection reports for this facility, including detailed findings and corrective actions.
Show Inspection ReportsWhat does this home offer?
Room Sizes: 330 / 355 / 380 / 390 / 415 / 442 sq. ft
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: Two-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
JoEllen Spivey is the Executive Director of Legacy Ridge at Buckhead, dedicated to empowering seniors and improving their lives. She is a compassionate and visionary leader who values community and human connection, driving positive transformation in elder care.
Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Legacy Ridge at Buckhead
Legacy Ridge At Buckhead 1 Bed B
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12.3 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Atlanta's city center to Legacy Ridge at Buckhead's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 2.09 miles to nearest hospital (Children's Healthcare of Atlanta - Scottish Rite Hospital)
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Frequently Asked Questions about Legacy Ridge at Buckhead
Is Legacy Ridge at Buckhead in a walkable area?
Legacy Ridge at Buckhead has a walk score of 68. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
What is the best email address for Legacy Ridge at Buckhead?
The team at Legacy Ridge at Buckhead can be reached at [email protected].
Who is the administrator of Legacy Ridge at Buckhead?
Jo Ellen Spivey is the administrator of Legacy Ridge at Buckhead.
How many beds does Legacy Ridge at Buckhead have?
Legacy Ridge at Buckhead has 83 beds.
Are there photos of Legacy Ridge at Buckhead?
Yes — there are 3 photos of Legacy Ridge at Buckhead in the photo gallery on this page.
What is the phone number of Legacy Ridge at Buckhead?
(470) 279-4953 will put you in contact with the team at Legacy Ridge at Buckhead.
What county is Legacy Ridge at Buckhead located in?
Legacy Ridge at Buckhead is in Fulton County.
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