Lighthouse Personal Care Homes – Southern Haven

Overview of Lighthouse Personal Care Homes – Southern Haven

Southern Haven, part of the Lighthouse Personal Care Homes family in Dalton, Georgia, is a warm and inviting personal care home where every resident feels valued and cared for. With an intimate setting and a limited number of residents, Southern Haven provides highly personalized attention, promoting both comfort and independence.

Our compassionate caregivers create meaningful connections through engaging routines, uplifting activities, and genuine companionship. Families appreciate the home’s peaceful atmosphere, outstanding caregiver ratios, and the heartfelt dedication behind everything we do — ensuring residents experience a true sense of belonging and joy each day.

When creating moments of joy is at the heart of everything we do, excellent care & loving relationships just come naturally.

Types of Care at Lighthouse Personal Care Homes – Southern Haven

Assisted Living Memory Care

27 years in operation

A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.

Walk Score: 7 / 100

Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)

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About this community

Safety Featureson-premise public area video monitoring with Care Predict technology

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

ContactMr. Jamie Robinson, Owner

Nursing Services

24-Hour Staffing

Staff-to-Resident Ratio: 6:1

Home Cooked Meals

Regular Cleaning

Quality Furniture

Positive Environment

Indoor/Outdoor Common Areas

Safety Features

Specific ProgramsResources & Events

Food DescriptionOur Dalton personal care homes provide excellent, home cooked meals with fresh ingredients.

What does this home offer?

Total Residents: 13 Residents

Housing Options: Private Rooms

Building Type: Single-story

Dining Services

Beauty Services

Housekeeping Services

Social and Recreational Activities

Exercise Programs

5.5 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Dalton's city center to Lighthouse Personal Care Homes – Southern Haven's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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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).

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.

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.

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).

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).

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).

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).

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

Benefits

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

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Is Lighthouse Personal Care Homes – Southern Haven in a walkable area?

Lighthouse Personal Care Homes – Southern Haven has a walk score of 7. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

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What is the address of Lighthouse Personal Care Homes – Southern Haven?

Lighthouse Personal Care Homes – Southern Haven is located at 279 Haigmill Rd NW, Dalton, GA 30721, United States.

What is the phone number of Lighthouse Personal Care Homes – Southern Haven?

(706) 225-2550 will put you in contact with the team at Lighthouse Personal Care Homes – Southern Haven.

Is Lighthouse Personal Care Homes – Southern Haven Medicare or Medicaid certified?

Lighthouse Personal Care Homes – Southern Haven is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.

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