Merryvale Assisted Living
Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Oxford, GA
Merryvale Assisted Living
Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Oxford, GA
Overview of Merryvale Assisted Living
Merryvale is considered one of the trusted assisted living communities in Oxford, Georgia. With an emphasis on assisted living, other services provided are memory care support and respite care, delivered with a person-centered, individualized approach. The senior living experience is supported by the vibrant atmosphere of the community by designing a home built with comfort, security, and flexibility in mind.
Merryvale ensures that individuals thrive in a home that puts them first. This premier assisted living community has carefully designed an environment that caters to all individual needs. Its accommodations include ADLs, specialized memory care training, respite stays, medication management, daily meal plans, life-enriching programs, and recreational activities.
78-bed community Rank #341 / 661Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 341st out of 661 homes we track 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.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Georgia that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.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.
8 years in operation Rank #355 / 671Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 355th out of 671 homes we track 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.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Georgia that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.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: 2 / 100 Rank #824 / 838Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 824th out of 838 homes we track 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.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Georgia that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.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.
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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About this community
Facility TypeAssisted Living Community
IssuanceAugust 28, 2018
CountyNewton
Merryvale Assisted Living is administered by Cassandra Jenkins.
Respite Care
24-Hour Staffing
Email
cjenkins@merryvaleal.com
Dining
Wellness Center
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
These figures come from state-published and/or federal inspection records. The period covered can vary depending on document availability.
5 deficiencies
19 inspections
Inspection Scorecard
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 (76% below)
• Total deficiencies (76% below)
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 |
Inspections
| This Facility | GA Average | vs. GA Avg |
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Total inspections
Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility.
| 19 | 17 | This facility has had 12% more total inspections than the Georgia average (19 vs. GA avg 17). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 12% more |
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 384 / 476 / 630 sq. ft
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: Single-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Merryvale Assisted Living
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2.7 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Oxford's city center to Merryvale Assisted Living's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 9.68 miles to nearest hospital (Piedmont Rockdale)
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Info below is compiled from the GA Dept. of Community Health (DCH), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.
Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.
Care Types in This Table
AL (Assisted Living):
Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing.
NH (Nursing Home):
24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs.
SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility):
Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness.
MC (Memory Care):
Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia.
RC (Respite Care):
Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break.
IL (Independent Living):
Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
HOS (Hospice Care):
Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
PC (Palliative Care):
Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment.
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City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
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Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
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Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
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Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
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Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
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Number of years the company has been in operation.
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Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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A named contact for the facility. Hover the name to see their role — Administrator (state administrator of record or facility-provided administrator), Nursing Director, Medical Director, or Staff. The most authoritative available is shown.
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Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
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Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
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The average number of deficiencies this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total deficiencies ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
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| Baptist Village, Inc. | AL IL NH SNF | Waycross | 254
Facility
254
GA AVG
87
Rank
#7 / 661 | No |
60
Facility
60
GA AVG
41
Rank
#198 / 838 | - | 52
Facility
52
GA AVG
14
Rank
#16 / 671 | - | Holli Sweat | 34 | 45
Facility
45
GA AVG
21
Rank
#435 / 480 | 1.3
Facility
1.3
GA AVG
1.2
Rank
#348 / 480 |
| Cedar Valley Nursing & Rehabilitation Center | AL MC NH SNF | Cedartown | 100
Facility
100
GA AVG
87
Rank
#190 / 661 | No |
63
Facility
63
GA AVG
41
Rank
#166 / 838 | - | 55
Facility
55
GA AVG
14
Rank
#1 / 671 | - | Rhonda Blankenship | 29 | 27
Facility
27
GA AVG
21
Rank
#400 / 480 | 0.9
Facility
0.9
GA AVG
1.2
Rank
#286 / 480 |
| Miona Geriatric & Dementia Center | AL HOS MC NH PC SNF | Ideal | 88
Facility
88
GA AVG
87
Rank
#295 / 661 | No |
11
Facility
11
GA AVG
41
Rank
#717 / 838 | - | 53
Facility
53
GA AVG
14
Rank
#13 / 671 | - | Cathy Green | 24 | 17
Facility
17
GA AVG
21
Rank
#356 / 480 | 0.7
Facility
0.7
GA AVG
1.2
Rank
#244 / 480 |
| Merryvale Assisted Living | AL MC RC | Oxford | 78
Facility
78
GA AVG
87
Rank
#341 / 661 | Yes |
2
Facility
2
GA AVG
41
Rank
#824 / 838 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 8
Facility
8
GA AVG
14
Rank
#355 / 671 | A+ | Cassandra Jenkins | 19 | 5
Facility
5
GA AVG
21
Rank
#213 / 480 | 0.3
Facility
0.3
GA AVG
1.2
Rank
#129 / 480 |
| Marsh’s Edge | AL IL MC NH SNF | Saint Simons Island | 32
Facility
32
GA AVG
87
Rank
#580 / 661 | Yes |
67
Facility
67
GA AVG
41
Rank
#123 / 838 | - | 11
Facility
11
GA AVG
14
Rank
#216 / 671 | - | Mr. Chris Murray | 12 | 6
Facility
6
GA AVG
21
Rank
#231 / 480 | 0.5
Facility
0.5
GA AVG
1.2
Rank
#188 / 480 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Merryvale Assisted Living
Is Merryvale Assisted Living in a walkable area?
Merryvale Assisted Living has a walk score of 2. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
How long has Merryvale Assisted Living been in business?
Merryvale Assisted Living has been operating for approximately 8 years, based on available licensing and registration records.
Are pets allowed at Merryvale Assisted Living?
Yes, Merryvale Assisted Living allows residents to bring their pets.
What is the best email address for Merryvale Assisted Living?
The team at Merryvale Assisted Living can be reached at cjenkins@merryvaleal.com.
Who is the administrator of Merryvale Assisted Living?
Cassandra Jenkins is the administrator of Merryvale Assisted Living.
How many beds does Merryvale Assisted Living have?
Merryvale Assisted Living has 78 beds.
Has Merryvale Assisted Living had any deficiencies?
Merryvale Assisted Living has had 5 reported deficiencies since 2018 according to records from Georgia Department of Community Health (DCH).
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