Overview of Oaks at Evans

Nestled in Evans, Georgia, Oaks at Evans offers an empowered lifestyle where residents can thrive in a senior living community filled with love and independence. The community prioritizes providing personal care with dignity and compassion, creating a retirement experience tailored to each individual’s unique life story. At Oaks at Evans, residents can enjoy opportunities to make new friends, savor new experiences, and depend on reliable care services. The community’s person-directed approach ensures that each resident’s needs and preferences are understood and honored.

Oaks at Evans fosters a warm, lively, and stimulating social environment by cultivating joyful relationships between multiple generations. Residents can make memories while sharing delicious local comfort foods in the restaurant-style dining room, with healthy and varied options available throughout the day. The community’s thoughtfully designed neighborhoods prioritize residents’ safety, security, comfort, and convenience, providing a home they can be proud to call their own. Oaks at Evans offers a trust-based, proactive approach to caregiving, with designated care partners providing consistent, personalized assistance.

(706) 523-9753
Bed community size
52-bed community
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Years in operation
8 years in operation
An established community with some operational experience and growing routines.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 24 / 100
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A+ (Accredited)
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About this community

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Community
StatusLicensed
IssuanceOctober 15, 2021
CountyColumbia

Ownership & Operating Entity

Oaks at Evans is administrated by Janece Difranco.

Staffing

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

Leadership

ContactMs. Aiesha Hayes, Business Manager

Amenities & Lifestyle

Specific ProgramsOaks Care, Person-Directed Care, Services, About, Careers

What does this home offer?

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Minimum Age: 55

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Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Fitness and Recreation

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Transportation Services

Types of Care at Oaks at Evans

Assisted Living Respite Care

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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.

9 visits/inspections Info Inspections are mandatory, regular evaluations conducted by state health departments or regulatory agencies. They ensure the community provides safe, compliant care, covering areas like resident health, staff and management.

Georgia average: 15 visits/inspections

Latest inspection

Date September 24, 2021
Complaint Investigation

3 deficiencies

Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.

Georgia average: 21 deficiencies

0.3 deficiencies per inspection

Georgia average: 1.4 deficiencies per inspection

Inspection Report Summary for Oaks at Evans

The most recent inspection on September 24, 2021, found no deficiencies. Earlier inspections showed some issues, including substantiated medication administration errors in 2019 and staffing plan deficiencies in 2021. The main themes of deficiencies involved medication management errors and staffing shortages, with medication errors leading to hospital transport in one case and substantiated complaints about narcotic mishandling. Complaint investigations were mostly substantiated when deficiencies were found, while several other investigations found no violations. The facility’s record shows some improvement, with the latest inspection free of deficiencies after prior issues.

Living Spaces & Floor Plans

Oaks P2
Oaks P3
Oaks P1

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Georgia

Oaks at Evans is located in Evans, Georgia.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in 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

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Georgia SCSEP (Federally Funded, State-Administered)

Age 55+
General unemployed, low-income, Georgia resident.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,983/month 125% FPL
Asset Limits Not specified; income-focused.
GA

~1,200 slots; prioritizes veterans, rural residents.

Benefits
Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour) Job placement

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

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

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Address 1.0 mile from city center — 0.34 miles to nearest hospital (DaVita Town Park Dialysis)

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Penalties and fines

Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.

Source: CMS Penalties Database

Penalty History

Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.

No penalties in the past 3 years

No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.

Compare Assisted Living around Evans The information below is reported by the Georgia Department of Community Health, Healthcare Facility Regulation Division.

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Camellia Walk of Evans
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

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Marshall Pines Assisted Living & Memory Care
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Evans66Yes 39 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed9AMs Kellie Pugh21311.5
Oaks at Evans
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

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Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.

Evans (North Belair Road)52Yes 24 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed8A+Janece Difranco930.3
Oaks at Evans
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Evans52No-Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed27A+-50-

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