Southland Nursing and Rehabilitation in Peachtree City, GA

Pros

• The nurses are very knowledgeable and friendly, and all the patient care staff are amazing.
• The admissions staff went above and beyond to expedite transfers for families.
• The staff are exceptional, compassionate, and treat residents with care and respect.
• The rehab unit is outstanding; therapists and CNAs are dedicated, professional, and supportive.
• The facility is well managed, clean, and maintained; residents seem happy and well cared for.
• It's a nice place that shows care for its residents, with many long-tenured staff.

Cons

• The facility is described as the nastiest place they've ever been to, with rude workers.
• Residents are neglected because staff are short-handed or lazy, with items disappearing and dirty diapers left unattended.
• Management is described as horrible and uncaring toward patients and their families.
• There are reports of infestations and odors, including roaches and unsanitary conditions.
• Clothes are lost and communication between staff and administration is poor.
• Front desk staff are rude and unprofessional, with calls often unanswered.
• Patients are publicly humiliated as "flight risks" and told they can't leave.
• The facility is understaffed and leaves residents unattended or without adequate care.
• There are accounts of dangerous medication handling and administration mistakes.
• Reviewers would not recommend the facility and call it the worst care center they've seen.

Review

This community is best suited for seniors who prioritize skilled rehabilitation and attentive bedside care, and for families willing to stay actively involved in oversight. When rehabilitation is the primary objective - especially post-acute recovery after surgery, stroke, or injury - Southland's therapy team and nursing staff can deliver meaningful progress. The strongest advocates note consistent progress in mobility and daily function when therapists and CNAs are allowed to work closely with the resident. The facility's location in Peachtree City makes it a practical local option for families in the area who can drop by, check in regularly, and push for timely updates on treatment plans and progress.

Those considering alternatives should focus on whether dependable administration and seamless communication are non-negotiable. Several reviews flag persistent gaps in administration, front-desk responsiveness, and the ability to coordinate transfers or discharge planning. For families that cannot tolerate missed calls, delayed responses, or opaque transfer processes, it is prudent to look at facilities with stronger reputations for administrative consistency and transparent communications. Also worth weighing are facilities with demonstrably rigorous safety protocols and consistently clean, orderly environments across all shifts.

The core positives - caring nurses, capable therapists, and a generally clean environment - do offer meaningful value. When therapy teams are engaged, residents report better days, improved mobility, and cleaner routines, and many caregivers praise the maintenance and housekeeping staff for keeping the property neat. The positive experiences often center on rehab-focused wings or units where staff tenure and teamwork appear to stabilize daily care. On balance, these strengths can move a resident toward independence and reduced care needs, particularly when family members advocate for individualized rehab goals and timely therapy sessions.

Yet the breadth of negative experiences cannot be ignored. Accounts of neglect, delayed bed changes, and staff who appear overwhelmed on certain shifts point to real safety risks if oversight is lax. Reports of unreturned calls, lost belongings, and disorganized admissions or discharge processes amplify concerns about continuity of care. Several families describe tense interactions with administrative staff and front-desk personnel, including instances of perceived rudeness and inconsistent responsiveness. When such patterns occur, the risk-to-benefit equation tilts toward seeking a setting with steadier administrative leadership and clearer accountability.

Prospective residents should insist on concrete, measurable protections and oversight. Practical steps include securing a written, itemized care plan with daily goals, ensuring a primary point of contact for family communications, and requesting daily handoffs between shifts to prevent gaps in care. Tour during peak activity periods to observe response times, check for visible pest-control and sanitation practices, and evaluate how security features (such as entry codes) affect family access without compromising safety. Ask for recent state survey results and any corrective-action plans, and verify staffing ratios for nursing and therapy on weekends and holidays.

In the end, Southland can be a viable choice for rehab-focused care where the therapy and nursing staff truly shine and where families can maintain an active, informed presence. However, the facility's inconsistent administration, mixed safety signals, and reports of neglect in some shifts create a meaningful caveat. For residents with complex needs that require constant administrative clarity and unambiguous safety oversight, alternative communities are worth pursuing. The decision should rest on the specific care requirements, the family's capacity to supervise, and readiness to advocate relentlessly for timely, respectful, and comprehensive care every day.

Pharmacies

• Eaudit Solutions (0.3 miles)
• Walmart Pharmacy (0.7 miles)
• Walgreens (1.6 miles)
• Target Pharmacy (1.9 miles)
• CVS Pharmacy (1.9 miles)
• Kroger Pharmacy (2.1 miles)
• CVS Pharmacy (2.3 miles)

Restaurants

• Two01 Restaurant Bar (0.4 miles)
• Chili's Grill & Bar (0.8 miles)
• Carrabba's Italian Grill (0.8 miles)
• Ted's Montana Grill (1 miles)
• Chipotle Mexican Grill (1 miles)
• Newk's Eatery (1 miles)
• The Curious Pig (1.1 miles)

Physicians

• The Skin Care Centre at Renaissance Plastic Surgery (0.7 miles)
• Georgia Retina (0.8 miles)
• My Eyelab (0.9 miles)
• Eyexam of Peachtree City (1.1 miles)
• Peachtree City Obstetrics & Gynecology (1.3 miles)
• Peachtree City Physicians Group PC (1.8 miles)
• SouthOMS - South Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery and Dental Implants (1.8 miles)

Parks

• Blue Smoke Park (1 miles)
• Picnic Park (1.2 miles)

Cafes

• Sam’s Club Cafe (1.7 miles)
• Starbucks (1.9 miles)
• Starbucks (2.1 miles)
• Starbucks (2.4 miles)
• Starbucks (4.8 miles)

Places of Worship

• St Paul Lutheran School (1.9 miles)
• Crossroads Church (5 miles)
• Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints (5.2 miles)

Transportation

• Peachtree City Airport-Falcon Field (FFC) (3.9 miles)

Hospitals

• Children's Healthcare of Atlanta (5.9 miles)
• Piedmont Fayette Hospital (5.9 miles)
• Piedmont Urgent Care (7.1 miles)