Sunabella Senior Living
Independent Living & Assisted Living · Savannah, GA

Sunabella Senior Living

Independent Living & Assisted Living · Savannah, GA

Overview of Sunabella Senior Living

Sunabella Senior Living is a nurturing home for seniors looking for independent living and assisted living options. Located in Savannah, it offers an enriching experience with spacious accommodations and diverse activities that are aimed to improve the quality of life of each senior that stays in the residence. Its staff endeavors to dive deep into the individuality of each resident to provide everyone the best possible care as unique goals and needs are addressed. This approach towards care provides a secure and comfortable environment for all residents– whether they want independence with minimal assistance or an extra layer of support, personalized care is guaranteed.

From cozy one-bedroom suites to sizable one-bedroom apartments and double suites, Sunabella Senior Living is dedicated to providing warmth and relief to its residents. A testament to this dedication is its rich menu of amenities including daily meals, medication management, housekeeping and laundry services, and transportation services. 

(912) 925-8853

Types of Care at Sunabella Senior Living

Independent Living Assisted Living
Bed community size
49-bed community Rank #519 / 672Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 519th out of 672 homes in Georgia. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Georgia SNFs. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.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
4 years in operation Rank #522 / 670Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 522nd out of 670 homes in Georgia. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Georgia SNFs. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.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
Walk Score: 43 / 100 Rank #397 / 873Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 397th out of 873 homes in Georgia. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Georgia SNFs. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Community
IssuanceNovember 30, 2021
CountyChatham

Ownership & Operating Entity

Sunabella Senior Living is administrated by Letty Cockrum.

Contact Information

Contact Sunabella Senior Living

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 2022 · 4 years of data 1 deficiency 9 inspections

Inspection Scorecard Info 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 2022 vs. Georgia state average
Overall vs. GA average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 4 Better Metrics better than Georgia average:
• Total deficiencies (95% below)
• Deficiencies per year (94% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (95% below)
• Total inspections (10% below)
Latest Inspection September 29, 2025 Complaint Investigation

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. 121 This facility has 95% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Georgia assisted living residence (1 vs. GA avg 21).↓ 95% better
Deficiencies per year Info Average deficiencies per year since 2022. 0.35.3 This facility has 94% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Georgia assisted living residence (0.3 vs. GA avg 5.3).↓ 94% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 0.12.1 This facility has 95% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Georgia assisted living residence (0.1 vs. GA avg 2.1).↓ 95% 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 routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations. 910 This facility has 10% fewer total inspections than a typical Georgia assisted living residence (9 vs. GA avg 10).↓ 10% better

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

The most recent inspection on September 29, 2025, found no deficiencies. Earlier complaint investigations generally did not identify rule violations, except for one substantiated issue in April 2025 where the facility failed to provide resident files for review as requested by inspectors. No fines, immediate jeopardy findings, or enforcement actions were listed in the available reports. Most complaints were unsubstantiated, and no other notable enforcement events appeared. The inspection history suggests the facility has maintained compliance with regulatory requirements, with only isolated documentation issues noted in the past.

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What does this home offer?

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed

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Building Type: Single-story

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Address 6.1 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Savannah's city center to Sunabella Senior Living's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 0.58 miles to nearest hospital (PSA Healthcare)

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Financial Assistance for
Independent Living in Georgia

Sunabella Senior Living is located in Savannah, 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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Sunabella Senior Living

What neighborhood is Sunabella Senior Living in?

Sunabella Senior Living is in the Leeds Gate/Colonial Village neighborhood of Savannah.

Is Sunabella Senior Living in a walkable area?

Sunabella Senior Living has a walk score of 43. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the best email address for Sunabella Senior Living?

The team at Sunabella Senior Living can be reached at [email protected].

Who is the administrator of Sunabella Senior Living?

Letty Cockrum is the administrator of Sunabella Senior Living.

How many beds does Sunabella Senior Living have?

Sunabella Senior Living has 49 beds.

What is the phone number of Sunabella Senior Living?

(912) 925-8853 will put you in contact with the team at Sunabella Senior Living.

What county is Sunabella Senior Living located in?

Sunabella Senior Living is in Chatham County.

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