Gold City Health And Rehab is a nursing home community in Dahlonega, GA.
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222 Moore Drive, Dahlonega, GA 30533
For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318
2.9 from 49 reviews
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4 stars
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Overall Review of Gold City Health And Rehab
common13 reviews mention this
Staff care is a mixed picture
Residents and families describe both attentive staff and serious lapses in care.
Many reviewers say staff are friendly, approachable, and responsive, and several specifically praise nurses for being knowledgeable and dependable. Others describe rude or rough interactions, missed requests, and concerns about staffing levels and continuity. A few reviews also mention that staff will update families and handle issues promptly, which contrasts with accounts of neglected wound care and delayed help.
common11 reviews mention this
Cleanliness and odors come up often
Cleanliness is regularly mentioned, with residents noticing both improvements and strong odor complaints.
Some reviewers highlight cleanliness, saying they don’t notice the typical nursing-home smell and that housekeeping shows up throughout the day. Others report unbearable odors, dirty rooms and bathrooms, pests, and concerns about unsanitary conditions. Reviewers also describe the facility as going through changes, which may help explain why cleanliness shows up both as a positive and as a serious problem.
common7 reviews mention this
Food quality is discussed in detail
Dining quality is a consistent topic, ranging from enjoyable meals to frequent complaints about timing and portions.
Several reviewers say the food is better than they expected, and at least one describes meals that helped a loved one gain weight. Multiple negative reviews, however, mention cold or infrequent meals, meals arriving late, and portions that aren’t enough. The community also specifically offers diabetes-related and other special-diet dining, which aligns with the way meals come up in residents’ day-to-day experiences.
caveat6 reviews mention this
Nursing care and wound support
Reviews raise strong concerns about medication delivery and wound care routines.
Some families describe dependable nurses, consistent care, and help with monitoring and medication management. In contrast, multiple reviews allege delayed or missing wound care and medications, including claims of chronic sores and inadequate dressing changes. Together with residents’ reports about staffing variability, this is the clearest area where experiences diverge the most.
caveat3 reviews mention this
The facility feels crowded
Space and room size are frequently described as limiting, with some reviewers calling the building crowded.
Some reviewers say rooms are small, and at least one describes a semi-private setup where they supplement the room with personal items. Others mention crowding and that residents seem to spend a lot of time in chairs rather than moving around. A review also notes that doors and codes are used to help keep residents from wandering outside.
common4 reviews mention this
Activities and outings vary by experience
Activity offerings show up in reviews as both engaging and limited.
Some families appreciate opportunities to participate, including resident social time and organized programming, and a few mention the community has day-to-day activities. Other reviewers say residents aren’t getting enough activities or aren’t being taken outside very often. Even where activities are praised, reviews also reflect differences in how busy or supported daily life feels for different residents.
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Features
Housing
102 resident community capacity
Types of Care
Skilled Nursing Facility
Amenities
Air-conditioning
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Computer center
Dining room
Fitness room
Fully furnished
Gaming room
Garden
Housekeeping services
Kitchenette
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Private bathrooms
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
Telephone
Wellness center
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Transportation
Community operated transportation
Transportation arrangement
Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments
Care Services
12-16 hour nursing
24-hour call system
24-hour supervision
Activities of daily living assistance
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Special dietary restrictions
Dining
Diabetes diet
Special dietary restrictions
Activities
Community-sponsored activities
Concierge services
Fitness programs
Planned day trips
Resident-run activities
Scheduled daily activities
Nearby Places of Interest
Places of Worship
Antioch Baptist Church (0.3 miles)
St Luke's Catholic Church (0.6 miles)
Dahlonega United Methodist Church (0.7 miles)
Georgia Mountains Unitarian Universalist Church (1 miles)
Winds Of Peace Fellowship (10.4 miles)
Bethel Church (10.6 miles)
Northlake Baptist Church (11 miles)
Physicians
Family Care Dahlonega (0.5 miles)
Dahlonega Pediatrics (0.6 miles)
Dahlonega Pediatric & Adolescent Medicine (0.6 miles)
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102 resident community capacity
Skilled Nursing Facility
Air-conditioning
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Computer center
Dining room
Fitness room
Fully furnished
Gaming room
Garden
Housekeeping services
Kitchenette
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Private bathrooms
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
Telephone
Wellness center
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Community operated transportation
12-16 hour nursing
24-hour call system
Activities of daily living assistance
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Special dietary restrictions
Concierge services
Planned day trips
Intimate 24-bed community with private furnished rooms and comprehensive care.
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