The Phoenix at Lake Lanier

Overview of The Phoenix at Lake Lanier

The Phoenix at Lake Lanier is an assisted living community that focuses on an active lifestyle and hassle-free living while maintaining independence through a personalized-style approach and luxury setting. The assisted living home creates an environment that promotes holistic wellness. As a proud Phoenix Senior Living Community member, seniors can expect that the luxury assisted living home is where seniors thrive in a nurturing environment.

The Phoenix at Lake Lanier aims to enhance the quality of life for its residents by ensuring that seniors can satisfy their holistic wellness. A vibrant home-like atmosphere with world-class service elevates their daily living. They house licensed physicians and professionals and offer a list of social and stimulating activities, nutritional programs, and specialized training for residents for an enriching experience.

(470) 577-8391

180-bed community

A large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs.

8 years in operation

An established community with some operational experience and growing routines.

Walk Score: 16 / 100

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

About this community

Facility TypeAssisted Living Community

StatusLicensed

IssuanceMarch 15, 2018

CountyHall

The Phoenix at Lake Lanier is administrated by Nicholas Rowell.

What does this home offer?

Housing Options: Studio / 2 Bed

Transportation Services

Fitness and Recreation

Types of Care at The Phoenix at Lake Lanier

Assisted Living

Type of Rooms Available

1 / 4

Studio

Since 2018 · 8 years of data 34 deficiencies 25 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 2018 vs. Georgia state average

Overall vs. GA average

Latest Inspection August 13, 2024 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.	34	21	This facility has 62% more total deficiencies than a typical Georgia assisted living residence (34 vs. GA avg 21).↑ 62% worse
Deficiencies per year Average deficiencies per year since 2018.	4.3	2.6	This facility has 65% more deficiencies per year than a typical Georgia assisted living residence (4.3 vs. GA avg 2.6).↑ 65% worse
Deficiencies per inspection Average deficiencies per inspection.	1.4	2.1	This facility has 33% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Georgia assisted living residence (1.4 vs. GA avg 2.1).↓ 33% 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.	25	10	This facility has 150% more total inspections than a typical Georgia assisted living residence (25 vs. GA avg 10).↑ 150% worse

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

The most recent inspection on August 13, 2024, found no deficiencies. Earlier inspections showed a mixed history with some substantiated complaints related mainly to resident care and staffing issues, including concerns about dignity and respect, medication administration, and adequate staffing levels. Notable events included substantiated findings of rough handling of residents leading to staff termination and several instances of missed medications and insufficient staff training. Complaint investigations were mostly unsubstantiated in recent years, with one substantiated case in 2023 involving resident mistreatment. The trend suggests improvement in compliance, as recent inspections and complaint investigations have not identified new deficiencies.

Read the full inspection reports for this facility, including detailed findings and corrective actions.

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Living Spaces & Floor Plans for The Phoenix at Lake Lanier

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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

3.5 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Gainesville's city center to The Phoenix at Lake Lanier's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 3.05 miles to nearest hospital (Northeast Georgia Medical Center Gainesville)

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