Statement from Georgia Senior Living Association

Every day in Georgia, more than 20,000 skilled employees and administrators care for over 43,000 seniors residing in nearly 1,700 senior living settings throughout the state.

These individuals work in this profession because of their deep desire to offer dignity and comfort for seniors seeking to age in place in a choice-driven environment. In fact, GSLA members strive to create a home where seniors don't just enjoy living but a place where they thrive.

GSLA members operate under regulations set by the state Department of Community Health and based on careful person-centered consideration through legislation that is some of the best in the country. We are honored that many state partners and regulatory bodies look to Georgia for best practices as it comes to administration and resident care.

Georgia operates in a fair regulatory environment which allows for senior living operators to best provide for the needs and welfare of all residents.

GSLA members are communities licensed by the state of Georgia and led under the guidance of a Certified Assisted Living Administrator as licensed by the Secretary of State Long Term Care Board. Communities are regulated by the Department of Community Health and are subject to annual surveys and additional inspections as deemed necessary by the state. 

Based on national surveys, 90% of senior residents report high satisfaction with their care and communities. Additionally, nearly 75% said assisted living improved their quality of life, and 70% indicated their health outlook improved.
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While incidents may arise which are negative, and may be considered harmful to a resident, the vast majority of the environments created by senior living communities in Georgia are beneficial to a thriving choice-driven life for seniors in our state.