Magnolia Manor of Macon
Nursing Home, Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care & Skilled Nursing · Macon, GA

Magnolia Manor of Macon

Nursing Home, Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care & Skilled Nursing · Macon, GA

Overview of Magnolia Manor of Macon

Macon’s Vineville neighborhood is where you’ll find Magnolia Manor of Macon, tucked on Pierce Avenue about three miles from downtown. This place has been around a while, 43 years, and it shows up in how settled the whole operation feels. The building itself is four stories, holding 30 beds split between one and two bedroom setups.

Here’s something worth knowing upfront: as of March 2025, the community moved to an independent living focus. That’s a real shift, and it means residents get their own space while still being wrapped into a shared community around them.

Walkability sits right in the middle, a Walk Score of 51. Not a place where you can ditch the car entirely, but enough that a resident or a visiting family member can knock out a few errands on foot and reach some nearby spots without much hassle.

On the services side, there’s more going on than the building alone suggests. Catered living takes the pressure off daily meal planning. Rehabilitation care is available on-site. Supportive housing rounds things out for residents who need a bit more structure.

Add in transportation services and options for staying active through fitness and recreation, and you’ve got a community that’s thought through more than just where people sleep. Pets are welcome too, which matters more than people expect when someone’s leaving a long-time home behind.

Ma Tara Henry runs things as administrator. Zooming out a bit, Susie Fussell has been with Magnolia Manor since 2010 and now oversees emergency preparedness across the organization, which speaks to some institutional depth behind this specific location. Georgia’s Department of Community Health handles inspections here, and what shows up across this community’s inspection history leans toward staffing and staff credentials, plus how care planning gets documented.

This is a 43-year-old, pet-friendly independent living community in a walkable Macon neighborhood, backed by an organization with real staying power and a service list built around actual daily needs, not just square footage.

Bed community size
30-bed community Rank #591 / 663Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 591st out of 663 homes in Georgia for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Georgia facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Georgia that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Years in operation
43 years in operation Rank #78 / 672Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 78th out of 672 homes in Georgia for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Georgia facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Georgia that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 51 / 100 Rank #301 / 839Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 301st out of 839 homes in Georgia for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Georgia facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Georgia that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.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

Awards

Bronze Quality Award Recipient

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Community
IssuanceJune 13, 2018
CountyBibb

Ownership & Operating Entity

Magnolia Manor of Macon is administered by Ma Tara Henry.

Additional Services

3 services
Catered Living
Rehabilitation Care
Supportive Housing

Contact Information

Contact Magnolia Manor of Macon

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 2018 · 8 years of data 2 deficiencies 8 inspections

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, 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 2018 vs. Georgia state average
Overall vs. GA average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 1 Better Metrics better than Georgia average:
• Total deficiencies (90% below)

Deficiencies Info Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityGA Averagevs. GA Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 221 This facility has 90% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Georgia nursing home (2 vs. GA avg 21).↓ 90% better

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityGA Averagevs. GA Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility. 817 This facility has had 53% fewer total inspections than the Georgia average (8 vs. GA avg 17). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 53% fewer

What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: 4-storey

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Transportation Services

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Fitness and Recreation

Managed by Susie Fussell

Vice President for Resident Safety and Emergency Preparedness

Susie Fussell began her career at Magnolia Manor in August 2010 as the Administrator of the Americus Nursing Center. She currently serves as Vice President for Resident Safety and Emergency Preparedness, overseeing the organization's Emergency Preparedness Program with a strong commitment to resident safety and well-being.

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Address 2.9 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Macon's city center to Magnolia Manor of Macon's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Financial Assistance for
Nursing Home in Georgia

Magnolia Manor of Macon is located in Macon, 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

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Magnolia Manor of Macon

What neighborhood is Magnolia Manor of Macon in?

Magnolia Manor of Macon is in the Vineville neighborhood of Macon.

Is Magnolia Manor of Macon in a walkable area?

Magnolia Manor of Macon has a walk score of 51. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

How long has Magnolia Manor of Macon been in business?

Magnolia Manor of Macon has been operating for approximately 43 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Magnolia Manor of Macon?

Yes, Magnolia Manor of Macon allows residents to bring their pets.

What is the best email address for Magnolia Manor of Macon?

The team at Magnolia Manor of Macon can be reached at thenry@magnoliamanor.com.

Who is the administrator of Magnolia Manor of Macon?

Ma Tara Henry is the administrator of Magnolia Manor of Macon.

How many beds does Magnolia Manor of Macon have?

Magnolia Manor of Macon has 30 beds.

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