Overview of Life Care Center of Gwinnett

Life Care Center of Gwinnett is a skilled nursing and rehabilitation community operated by Life Care Centers of America in Lawrenceville, Georgia. The facility serves Gwinnett County residents and offers long-term care, rehabilitation, and memory care. 24-hour staffing exists. Accepted are Medicare and private pay.

Quality Measures for long-stay residents are rated significantly above Georgia’s average, a meaningful clinical outcome signal for families thinking of long-term placement. Weekend RN coverage runs 50 percent above state average, providing stronger registered nurse oversight during hours when many facilities reduce clinical staffing. CNA hours run 12 percent below the Georgia benchmark, a counter to the otherwise positive staffing picture.

Amenities contain a fine dining program, library, landscaped courtyards near Jackson Creek, and transportation services. The community is near shops and restaurants along the Lawrenceville corridor in northern Gwinnett County.

With above-average quality outcomes, the facility fits older adults in Gwinnett County who need long-term skilled nursing or rehabilitation in a residential setting that’s near the area’s medical corridor. The compliance record can’t be characterized; families should request survey history from the facility or the Georgia Long-Term Care Ombudsman.

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Staffing hours breakdown

Info Daily nursing hours per resident by staff type, reported to CMS. Higher is generally better — compare this facility to state and national averages to see where staffing stands.

Hours per resident per day — compared to Georgia state averages

Staff typeHours / Day / Residentvs state avg
Registered Nurse (RN) Info RNs hold the highest nursing license and can assess residents, interpret test results, and direct care plans. More RN hours per day often signals stronger clinical oversight and faster response to health changes. 34m per day ▲ 13% State avg: 30m per day · National avg: 41m per day
LPN / LVN Info Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) or Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs) deliver routine hands-on care — medication administration, wound dressing, and monitoring vital signs. They work under RN supervision and make up a large share of daily bedside care. 1h 0m per day ▲ 7% State avg: 56m per day · National avg: 52m per day
Nurse Aide Info Certified Nurse Aides (CNAs) provide the most direct day-to-day assistance: bathing, dressing, feeding, and mobility. Nurse aide hours are typically the largest staffing category and directly affect residents' quality of life. 1h 54m per day ▼ 12% State avg: 2h 9m per day · National avg: 2h 21m per day
Weekend Total Nursing Info Combined nursing hours (RN + LPN + Nurse Aide) per resident per day on weekends. Staffing often drops on weekends — this figure reveals whether the facility maintains adequate coverage outside of weekday hours. 3h 4m per day ■ Avg State avg: 3h 6m per day · National avg: 3h 26m per day
Physical Therapist Info Hours per resident per day provided by licensed Physical Therapists (PTs) or PT Assistants. PT services help residents recover mobility after injury or illness and are especially important for post-acute (short-stay) rehabilitation. 3m per day ■ Avg State avg: 3m per day · National avg: 4m per day
Weekend RN Info Registered nurse hours specifically on weekends. Facilities sometimes reduce RN presence on Saturdays and Sundays — a low weekend RN figure compared to weekday hours can indicate reduced clinical oversight when most administrative staff are absent. 30m per day ▲ 50% State avg: 20m per day · National avg: 29m per day
Walk Score
Walk Score: 2 / 100 Rank #829 / 873Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 829th out of 873 homes in Georgia for walk score. 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.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

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Quality of care over time

These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.

Long-stay resident measures
Significantly above average Info CMS star rating based on long-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = significantly above average, 1 star = significantly below average.
Hospitalizations per 1,000 days Info Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days. 0.99
55% better than Georgia average

Georgia average: 2.18

ED visits per 1,000 days Info Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days. 0.40
80% better than Georgia average

Georgia average: 1.97

Short-stay resident measures
Significantly above average Info CMS star rating based on short-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = much above average, 1 star = much below average.
Re-hospitalized after SNF stay Info Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission. 23.2%
In line with Georgia average

Georgia average: 24.2%

Emergency department visits Info Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit. 8.4%
31% better than Georgia average

Georgia average: 12.2%

Falls with major injury Info Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay. 1.0%
31% worse than Georgia average

Georgia average: 0.8%

Ability to care for self at discharge Info Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge. 79.4%
48% better than Georgia average

Georgia average: 53.7%

Successful return to home or community Info Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility. 55.7%
10% better than Georgia average

Georgia average: 50.6%

What does this home offer?

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Housing Options: Private / Semi-Private Rooms

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Building Type: Single-story

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Transportation Services

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Housekeeping Services

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Address 9.8 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Lawrenceville's city center to Life Care Center of Gwinnett's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Life Care Center of Gwinnett is located in Lawrenceville, 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).
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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.
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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.
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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).
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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).
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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).
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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).
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~$20-$489/month based on facility type.

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Life Care Center of Gwinnett

What neighborhood is Life Care Center of Gwinnett in?

Life Care Center of Gwinnett is in the Lilburn neighborhood.

Is Life Care Center of Gwinnett in a walkable area?

Life Care Center of Gwinnett has a walk score of 2. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

Are there photos of Life Care Center of Gwinnett?

Yes — there are 7 photos of Life Care Center of Gwinnett in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Life Care Center of Gwinnett?

Life Care Center of Gwinnett is located at 3850 Safehaven Dr, Lawrenceville, GA 30044.

What is the phone number of Life Care Center of Gwinnett?

(770) 923-0005 will put you in contact with the team at Life Care Center of Gwinnett.

Is Life Care Center of Gwinnett Medicare or Medicaid certified?

Life Care Center of Gwinnett is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.

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