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The Phoenix at James Creek in Cumming, GA

The Phoenix at James Creek is an assisted living and memory care community in Cumming, GA.

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The Phoenix at James Creek in Cumming, GA

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  • Interior

    Modern open-concept living room and kitchen with stylish decor.
  • Decor

    A beautifully designed dining area with elegant decor and well-arranged tables ready for guests.
  • Living Room

    A cozy living room area featuring four gray chairs, a round ottoman, a small side table, a standing lamp, and two landscape paintings on the walls.
  • Building

    Aerial view of a large residential complex with parking lots and landscaped surroundings.
  • Architecture

    A covered entrance of a building with American flags flanking the doorway.
  • Dining

    A modern kitchen with a bar counter and dining area, featuring neutral colors and wood accents.
  • Landscaping

    A modern apartment complex with a spacious courtyard featuring outdoor seating and well-maintained landscaping.
  • Kitchen

    A modern open-concept living room and kitchen with stylish furniture and decor.
  • Lighting

    A well-furnished dining room with several tables and chairs arranged neatly under elegant lighting.
  • Artwork

    A modern dining room with a wooden table, upholstered chairs, decorative jars, and framed artwork.
  • Seating Area

    Modern lobby with seating area and chandelier lighting.
  • Chandelier

    A spacious dining area with multiple tables and chairs, featuring chandeliers and decorative ceiling beams.
  • Appliances

    Cozy kitchen with modern appliances and ample counter space.
  • Wall Art

    A cozy game room featuring a shuffleboard table, chess table, and wall art.

90 Ruth Lane, Cumming, GA 30041

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4.2 from 91 reviews
5 stars
58
4 stars
14
3 stars
6
2 stars
2
1 stars
11

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The Phoenix at James Creek Costs & Pricing

The Phoenix at James Creek offers a range of accommodations with varying costs that reflect the quality and services provided at this esteemed community. For instance, a studio apartment is priced at $3,800 per month, which is slightly more affordable than Forsyth County's average of $3,962 but higher than the Georgia state average of $3,520. The semi-private rooms are available for $4,250 monthly, notably exceeding both county and state averages of $2,859 and $2,529 respectively. One-bedroom apartments are offered at $4,750 - again surpassing local and state norms of $3,591 and $3,412. Interestingly, the two-bedroom units are priced at $5,200 per month; this also positions it above Forsyth County's rate of $4,722 while remaining higher than Georgia's average of $3,921. Overall, The Phoenix at James Creek presents competitive pricing within its offerings that reflects its distinct amenities and vibrant living environment.

Floor plansThe Phoenix at James CreekForsyth CountyGeorgia
Studio$3,800$3,962$3,520
Semi-Private$4,250$2,859$2,529
1 Bedroom$4,750$3,591$3,412
2 Bedrooms$5,200$4,722$3,921

Overall Review of The Phoenix at James Creek

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Staff care and responsiveness stand out

Residents and families consistently describe staff as caring and helpful.

Many reviews highlight staff who are kind, compassionate, and attentive to residents day to day. Several families also mention that caregivers learn residents’ preferences, communicate with them, and help make transitions feel easier. A smaller set of reviews, however, raises concerns about staffing coverage at times, slower responses, and occasional problems with how staff follow through on requests.

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Facility cleanliness and welcoming feel

Reviews frequently point to a clean, well-kept building.

A number of reviews describe the community as clean, fresh-smelling, and generally well maintained, including the common areas and resident rooms. Tours and visits are often described as welcoming, with staff greeting visitors and residents. There are also a few negative reviews that criticize cleanliness and housekeeping quality, including odors and dirty conditions.

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Activities keep residents engaged

Residents are described as staying active with regular programming.

Reviews commonly mention scheduled activities such as bingo, arts and crafts, trivia, live entertainment, and day outings. Multiple families describe residents as participating more than they expected, with staff encouraging involvement without pressure. For memory care residents, reviewers mention programming that fits the unit and sometimes blends activities with assisted living residents.

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Dining is hit-or-miss

Dining quality and service timing are described inconsistently.

Some residents and families praise the food and variety, and several mention dining as a positive experience. Others report meals arriving late, being served cold, lacking variety, or not meeting dietary preferences. When dining concerns come up, reviewers also mention slow service or food not matching orders.

  • A modern kitchen with a bar counter and dining area, featuring neutral colors and wood accents.
  • A beautifully designed dining area with elegant decor and well-arranged tables ready for guests.
  • A well-furnished dining room with several tables and chairs arranged neatly under elegant lighting.
caveat

Care support varies by staffing

Several reviews express concerns about coverage and follow-through.

Some reviewers describe medication help, assistance with bathing and daily routines, and staff taking prompt action when residents aren’t feeling well. Other reviews describe understaffing at times, higher reliance on temporary staff, and delays when help is requested—especially at night. A few reviews also raise issues with medical alert response times and how quickly care needs get addressed.

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Features

Housing

  • 22 resident community capacity 22 resident community capacity
  • 1-bedroom apartments 1-bedroom apartments
  • 2-bedroom apartments 2-bedroom apartments
  • Studio apartments Studio apartments

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living
  • Day Program Day Program
  • Memory Care Memory Care
  • Respite Care Respite Care

Pets

  • Cats allowed Cats allowed
  • Dogs allowed Dogs allowed

Amenities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Beautician on-site Beautician on-site
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Devotional services off-site Devotional services off-site
  • Devotional services on-site Devotional services on-site
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Garden Garden
  • Ground floor units Ground floor units
  • Handicap accessible Handicap accessible
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Indoor common areas Indoor common areas
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Laundry Laundry
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor common areas Outdoor common areas
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Respite or short term stays offered Respite or short term stays offered
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Small library Small library
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wheelchair accessible showers Wheelchair accessible showers
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Transportation & parking Transportation & parking
  • Transportation arrangement (non-medical) Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Care Services

  • 12-16 hour nursing 12-16 hour nursing
  • 24-hour call system 24-hour call system
  • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Diabetic care Diabetic care
  • High acuity care High acuity care
  • Incontinence care Incontinence care
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Mild cognitive impairment Mild cognitive impairment
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Specialized memory care programming Specialized memory care programming

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Guest meals Guest meals
  • Low / no sodium Low / no sodium
  • Meals provided Meals provided
  • No Sugar No Sugar
  • Professional chef Professional chef
  • Restaurant style dining Restaurant style dining
  • Room service Room service
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Special dining programs Special dining programs

Activities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Art classes Art classes
  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Cooking classes Cooking classes
  • Day trips and outings Day trips and outings
  • Devotional activities offsite Devotional activities offsite
  • Devotional activities on-site Devotional activities on-site
  • Educational speakers / life long learning Educational speakers / life long learning
  • Happy hour Happy hour
  • Karaoke Karaoke
  • Live dance or theater performances Live dance or theater performances
  • Live musical performances Live musical performances
  • Live well programs Live well programs
  • Religious services Religious services
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities
  • Wine tasting Wine tasting

Languages Spoken

  • English English

Nearby Places of Interest

This part of Cumming, Georgia offers a diverse range of amenities and services that cater to the needs of seniors looking for a vibrant community. The area features various places of worship, including the Shirdi Sai Temple of Atlanta and Sri Krishna Vrundavana, providing spiritual support for residents. There are also numerous restaurants nearby such as Tavern House and Fagan's Biscuit Barn, offering a variety of dining options. For medical needs, there are several reputable physicians' offices in close proximity, such as Windermere Medical Clinic and Resurgen Orthopaedics. Additionally, there are multiple parks like Gary Pirkle Park and Buford Dam Park for outdoor relaxation and recreation. Pharmacies like Walgreens and CVS provide convenient access to medications, while hospitals like Northside Hospital offer quality healthcare services. The presence of cafes such as Panera Bread and Starbucks add to the social atmosphere of the area. Furthermore, seniors can enjoy entertainment at the AMC Avenue Forsyth 12 theater. Overall, this neighborhood in Cumming provides a well-rounded environment for seniors seeking an active and engaging lifestyle.

Places of Worship

  • Shirdi Sai Temple of Atlanta (0.9 miles)
  • Sri Krishna Vrundavana (6.2 miles)
  • First Baptist Cumming (7.3 miles)

Restaurants

  • McDonald's (1.3 miles)
  • Tavern House (1.5 miles)
  • Zaxby's (3.3 miles)
  • Sugar Hill Distillery (3.8 miles)
  • Fagan's Biscuit Barn (4.2 miles)
  • Friends Cumming Grill (4.6 miles)
  • Applebee's (4.6 miles)

Physicians

  • Windermere Medical Clinic (1.6 miles)
  • Infectious Disease Services Of Georgia, PC (3 miles)
  • Cumming Internal Medicine (4.1 miles)
  • Infectious Disease Professionals (4.2 miles)
  • Northside Pulmonary and Sleep Medicine (4.2 miles)
  • Resurgen Orthapaedics (4.2 miles)
  • Children's Cardiology Service (4.2 miles)

Parks

  • Gary Pirkle Park (2 miles)
  • Buford Dam Park (2.9 miles)
  • E.E Robinson Park (3.8 miles)
  • Chattahoochee Pointe Park (4.2 miles)
  • George Pierce Park (5.2 miles)
  • PlayTown Suwanee (5.3 miles)
  • Town Center Park (5.4 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Walgreens (2.6 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (3.5 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (4.6 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (4.6 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (4.6 miles)
  • Walgreens (4.9 miles)
  • Walgreens (5.4 miles)

Hospitals

  • Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Cumming (3.9 miles)
  • Northside Women's Center (4.2 miles)
  • Northside Hospital (4.2 miles)
  • Emory Johns Creek Hospital (6.1 miles)

Cafes

  • Panera Bread (4.7 miles)
  • Starbucks (4.9 miles)
  • Starbucks (5.3 miles)
  • Kung Fu Tea (7.4 miles)
  • Ding Tea (7.8 miles)
  • Nido Cafe (7.8 miles)

Theaters

  • AMC Avenue Forsyth 12 (4.8 miles)

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