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The Retreat at Buford
Assisted Living in Buford
The Retreat at Buford
Assisted Living in Buford
RETREAT AT BUFORD, THE is a luxurious retreat located in Buford, GA, near Lake Lanier. It offers comfortable accommodations and is conveniently situated just minutes from the Mall of Georgia. The facility is designed to provide a high-quality experience for guests.
90-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
4 years in operation
An established community with some operational experience and growing routines.
About this community
Facility TypeAssisted Living Community
IssuanceMarch 31, 2022
CountyGwinnett
The Retreat at Buford is administrated by Mr MATTHEW DICKERSON.
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.
3 visits/inspections
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
May 17, 2023
Complaint InvestigationInspection Report Summary for The Retreat at Buford
The most recent inspection on May 17, 2023, was a complaint investigation that found no deficiencies. Earlier inspections, including a complaint investigation on May 9, 2022, and the original licensing inspection on March 31, 2022, also identified no deficiencies. Inspectors did not cite any issues related to resident care, safety, or compliance in these visits. Complaint investigations were unsubstantiated, with no rule violations found. This record indicates consistent compliance with regulatory requirements over time.
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Assisted Living in Georgia
The Retreat at Buford is located in BUFORD, Georgia.
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4.4 miles from city center
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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 Buford The information below is reported by the Georgia Department of Community Health, Healthcare Facility Regulation Division.
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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. | Buford (Gravel Springs) | 90 | No | - | - | 4 | Mr Matthew Dickerson | 3 | 0 | - |
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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. | Sugar Hill (Suwanee Dam Road) | 72 | Yes | 8 | - | 9 | Ms Julianne Custer | 17 | 8 | 0.5 |
| Charter Senior Living of Buford |
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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. | Buford (Woodbriar East) | 64 | No | 5 | - | 4 | Ms Jacquenette Weightman | 6 | 12 | 2.0 |
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