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Orchard Ridge Residences

986 Orchard Way

4.4(28 ratings)· Dalton average: 4.7

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Quick Facts

Licensed capacity
40 residents

Georgia DCH

Memory care distinction
Only dedicated memory care setting in Dalton
Therapy services
On-site physical, occupational, and speech therapy
Memory care design
Standalone memory care building called The Grove

What Families Think

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Most reviewers describe Orchard Ridge as a clean, friendly community where staff know residents by name and keep them engaged in daily activities, though a handful of one-line negative reviews and reports of turnover point to inconsistency in quality over time. Families and outside visitors, including hospice and home health workers, frequently praise the caregiving team and recent leadership under Eric Ward. A few reviewers flagged staffing shortages and a period of decline following a 2020 ownership change.

What reviewers praise

  • Staff repeatedly described as caring, family-like
  • Community consistently described as clean and welcoming
  • Strong activity program including field trips and celebrations
  • On-site physical, occupational, and speech therapy
  • Dedicated standalone memory care setting on campus
  • New leadership praised for responsiveness to residents

What reviewers flag

  • One review reported the community was understaffed
  • One report described quality declining after a 2020 ownership change
  • A few terse negative reviews cite unspecified serious problems
  • One reviewer described staff conflict and unprofessionalism

AI-generated from reviews and community data.

Orchard Ridge Residences is a senior living community in Dalton, Georgia offering Assisted Living and Independent Living. Amenities include Gathering / Activity Spaces, Social Activities and Transportation Services. Families rate it 4.4 out of 5 across 28 reviews.

About Orchard Ridge Residences

Orchard Ridge Residences is an assisted living community in Dalton, Georgia, offering personal care services where residents live active lifestyles while receiving support with activities of daily living and medication management.

The community features The Grove at Orchard Ridge, a standalone memory care environment designed for individuals with Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia, described as the only dedicated memory care setting in Dalton.

Orchard Ridge Residences provides on-site physical, occupational, and speech therapy programs to support resident health and wellness needs.

The community emphasizes enriching leisure activities and opportunities for residents to enjoy their free time while receiving the senior living services they require.

Types of Care at Orchard Ridge Residences

Assisted LivingIndependent Living

Amenities

Room Amenities

  • Emergency Call System
  • Wheelchair Accessible

Meals & Dining

  • Dietary Accommodations (Gluten-Free, Low / No Sodium, No Sugar, Vegan)

Community Amenities

  • 24-Hour Staff
  • Gathering / Activity Spaces
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry Service
  • Medication Management
  • Transportation Services

Activities

  • Birthday / Holiday Parties
  • Day Trips and Outings
  • Social Activities

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Reviews of Orchard Ridge Residences

4.4overall · 28 ratings combined

4.4★ on Google (28)

Gingerditchdr

Apr 2026

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Orchard Ridge is a gorgeous community. Staff are always so friendly and helpful. Tons of fun activities. Real engagement.Cody and Rachel as leadership have brought amazing changes to this community. A true testimony of how much they care, pop in during a birthday party and see Cody serenading a resident on his banjo. Truly heartwarming. They care for the residents like they are family and it truly shows. It's always clean, smells good and feels like home.

Emma Miller

Oct 2025

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Orchard Ridge is a beautiful place to live and the staff treat the residents like family! The new management team is awesome and takes pride in what they do!!

Katie Brown

Oct 2025

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I have been into this community multiple times seeing residents for their home health or hospice needs and each visit I have been amazed at how happy and well taken care of the residents are. The new management team is TOP NOTCH!

Chelsea Harvey

Oct 2025

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Orchard Ridge feels like home from the moment you arrive. The staff treat residents like family, and the warm, welcoming atmosphere gives loved ones real peace of mind.

Kim King

Oct 2025

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Orchard Ridge is a very beautiful setting for senior living. The quaintness of the surrounding area and small town living would be exactly what I would want personally and for my parent's. The staff is very welcoming and eager to keep the residents active and live their best lives.

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What types of care does Orchard Ridge Residences offer?

Orchard Ridge Residences offers Assisted Living and Independent Living.

Where is Orchard Ridge Residences located?

Orchard Ridge Residences is located at 986 Orchard Way in Dalton, Georgia.

What do families say about Orchard Ridge Residences?

Orchard Ridge Residences carries a 4.4 out of 5 rating from 28 Google reviews. Most reviewers describe Orchard Ridge as a clean, friendly community where staff know residents by name and keep them engaged in daily activities, though a handful of one-line negative reviews and reports of turnover point to inconsistency in quality over time. Families and outside visitors, including hospice and home health workers, frequently praise the caregiving team and recent leadership under Eric Ward. A few reviewers flagged staffing shortages and a period of decline following a 2020 ownership change. Reviews on MyLivingChoice come from families who confirmed a connection to the community and appear with the reviewer's first name and last initial.

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