Serenity Empire Personal Care Home

Overview of Serenity Empire Personal Care Home

Serenity Empire Personal Care Home, located in Fairburn, GA, is an assisted living community providing comprehensive care. The community offers 24/7 on-site associates, licensed nurses, and assistance with medication administration, bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting. Residents at Serenity Empire enjoy three chef-inspired meals daily, along with flexible snack and beverage options. The community provides fitness and wellness activities, as well as a variety of other events and activities.
Additional amenities include a courtyard with walking paths, a pet-friendly environment, arts and crafts in the activity room, a beauty/barber shop for pampering, and fitness and wellness classes for residents to enjoy.

(770) 892-5920 care@serenityempire.com

Managed by Ms. Temika

Executive Director

Ms. Temika serves as the Executive Director at Serenity Empire, leading with heart and purpose. She is dedicated to fostering a community that prioritizes care, compassion, and connection, making Serenity Empire more than just a senior living community but a family.

6-bed community

A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions.

6 years in operation

An established community with some operational experience and growing routines.

Walk Score: 0 / 100

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

About this community

Facility TypePersonal Care Home

IssuanceMay 17, 2019

CountyDouglas

Serenity Empire Personal Care Home is administrated by Henrietta Essel.

Respite Care

Licensed Nurses/CNAs

Personal Care

Adult Day Center

Operating HoursMo-Sa 09:00-17:00

Food DescriptionMeals are included in the monthly fee and are prepared daily by the culinary team.

Meal ScheduleMo-Sa 09:00-17:00

Types of Care at Serenity Empire Personal Care Home

Memory Care Respite Care

Since 2020 · 6 years of data 10 deficiencies 10 inspections

Inspection Scorecard This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, 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 2020 vs. Georgia state average

Overall vs. GA average

Latest Inspection July 15, 2025 Complaint Investigation

Deficiencies Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

Metric	This Facility	GA Average	vs. GA Avg
Total deficiencies Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.	10	21	This facility has 52% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Georgia assisted living residence (10 vs. GA avg 21). Click this badge to view the full Georgia ranking.↓ 52% better
Deficiencies per year Average deficiencies per year since 2020.	1.7	3.5	This facility has 51% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Georgia assisted living residence (1.7 vs. GA avg 3.5). Click this badge to view the full Georgia ranking.↓ 51% better
Deficiencies per inspection Average deficiencies per inspection.	1	2.1	This facility has 52% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Georgia assisted living residence (1 vs. GA avg 2.1). Click this badge to view the full Georgia ranking.↓ 52% better

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

Metric	This Facility	GA Average	vs. GA Avg
Total inspections Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.	10	10	This facility has total inspections in line with the Georgia average (10 vs. GA avg 10). Click this badge to view the full Georgia ranking.— At avg

Inspection Reports Summary An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

The most recent inspection on July 11, 2025, identified a deficiency related to a staff member lacking a satisfactory fingerprint record check. Earlier inspections showed a mix of deficiencies primarily involving personnel file management, medication administration records, resident oversight, and physical plant issues such as missing grab bars and emergency preparedness documentation. Complaint investigations were mostly unsubstantiated, except for a substantiated case in October 2024 involving a resident elopement, missing records, and delayed reporting. Enforcement actions such as fines or license suspensions were not listed in the available reports. The facility’s inspection history shows some recurring administrative and oversight issues, with no clear pattern of improvement or worsening over time.

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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

4.2 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Fairburn's city center to Serenity Empire Personal Care Home's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 9.63 miles to nearest hospital (Piedmont Fayette)

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What neighborhood is Serenity Empire Personal Care Home in?

Serenity Empire Personal Care Home is in the Bear Creek Estates neighborhood of Fairburn.

Who is the administrator of Serenity Empire Personal Care Home?

Henrietta Essel is the administrator of Serenity Empire Personal Care Home.

How many beds does Serenity Empire Personal Care Home have?

Serenity Empire Personal Care Home has 6 beds.

Are there photos of Serenity Empire Personal Care Home?

Yes — there are 8 photos of Serenity Empire Personal Care Home in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the phone number of Serenity Empire Personal Care Home?

(770) 892-5920 will put you in contact with the team at Serenity Empire Personal Care Home.

What county is Serenity Empire Personal Care Home located in?

Serenity Empire Personal Care Home is in Douglas County.

Is Serenity Empire Personal Care Home Medicare or Medicaid certified?

Serenity Empire Personal Care Home is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.