“The management is top-notch and always easy to communicate with. The dining experience was fantastic, with delicious food and friendly staff. There are plenty of engaging activities, and everything looks clean and well-maintained. Overall, I feel he is safe and comfortable there. I would highly recommend this place to anyone looking for a great community!”
Independent Living and Assisted Living
Summer Breeze Senior Living
351 Wilmington Island Road, Savannah, GA 31410 · Map
Independent LivingAlso assisted living
$3,700 to $5,100/moTypical assisted living start in Georgia, from 79 communities that publish prices
20+ interviewsPhone-verified by Senior Living Alliance
State licensedAssisted living community, since 2022
What residents and families say
Verified by phone interview
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19 more testimonials
“Honestly, it's gone way better than I expected. My father didn't want to move to a place like this, but he has settled in and hasn't complained at all, which amazes me. So far everything has gone really smoothly with management. The people at the activities seem to enjoy them, and the facility is well maintained. The front of the building is very nice.”
“I'm very happy with this community, and my mother is too. The caregivers I know are so precious to her; they're very sweet and very kind, and I just love them. The servers are very sweet and kind as well. Anytime I've reached out, management has worked well with me. Whoever does her room always does a nice job, and she is very content. I would rate it a ten for recommending.”
“My son, my daughter, and my son-in-law chose this place for me, and I'm very happy here. Everybody has been very welcoming and very nice. I've just started dipping my toe into the activities, and I'm very satisfied with what I've tried. My housekeeper has been great and comes on a consistent schedule. The maintenance man came in this week and did a very good job. I feel safe and comfortable, and I'm very likely to recommend it.”
“I don't have any problem with management, and they follow through. There are enough activities to stay busy, and I enjoy working puzzles. Maintenance usually gets repairs done in a timely fashion.”
“Everything's good. She seems to be real happy with the food. The few times she has used the transportation, they've been very, very good. The care staff is very good with communication; when there has been an issue, they've called us right away.”
“The management is incredibly responsive and respectful, making everything run smoothly. The dining options are diverse and delicious, with no complaints from my family. They also offer a variety of activities, which is great, even if my loved ones don't participate much. Overall, I feel that my family is safe and happy there, making it a wonderful place to call home.”
“The management is incredibly engaged and knows everyone by name, which creates a warm atmosphere. The dining options are fantastic, with a great variety of delicious meals. There are always fun activities scheduled, from music to crafts, ensuring there's never a dull moment. Overall, it's a beautiful community, and I would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a welcoming place.”
“The management is responsive and attentive, making sure all our needs are met. The dining options are surprisingly good, with thoughtful menus and generous portions. The community is well-maintained, and I love the layout of my two-bedroom apartment. Overall, I feel safe and comfortable here, and I would definitely recommend it to others!”
“I live at this community and have been really pleased with my experience. The management is accessible and responsive, which makes settling in so much easier. I love the variety of activities available; there's always something fun to do that suits my interests. The housekeeping staff is efficient and keeps everything tidy. Overall, I feel safe and comfortable here, and I would definitely recommend this place to others looking for a welcoming community.”
“The management is incredibly responsive and respectful, making sure all our needs are met. The dining options are fantastic, with a great variety of delicious meals that my husband enjoys. The activities are engaging, especially the live entertainment, which really brightens the atmosphere. Overall, I feel that my husband is safe, comfortable, and well taken care of. I highly recommend this community to other people!”
“The management team is incredibly personable and attentive, making everyone feel welcome. The activities offered are diverse and engaging, helping residents connect and have fun. The dining area is beautifully set up, and the menu looks promising. Overall, I would highly recommend this place to anyone looking for a caring and vibrant community for their loved ones.”
“The management is top-notch, always responsive and respectful. The dining options are generally good, and the servers are incredibly friendly. While I don't participate in many activities, I can see they offer a variety, and housekeeping does a solid job. Most importantly, I feel safe and comfortable here. I would definitely recommend this place to others!”
“The staff was incredibly friendly and attentive, making everyone feel right at home. The dining options were fantastic, with a variety of delicious meals that everyone enjoyed. There were plenty of activities every day, which keep things lively and engaging. Overall, my brother feels safe and happy there. I highly recommend this place for anyone looking for a welcoming community!”
“The management team is incredibly helpful and responsive, and made the transition smooth. The activities offered are well-planned and engaging, with plenty of options to choose from. Housekeeping is consistent, and the grounds are well-maintained. Overall, I feel safe and comfortable. I would definitely recommend this place to anyone looking for a welcoming environment!”
“The management is incredibly responsive and helpful, always making us feel welcome. The activities offered are fantastic, especially the daily bingo and fun outings around town. My mom loves them! The staff is also genuinely kind and attentive, creating a warm atmosphere. Overall, it's been a wonderful experience, and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend this place to others.”
“I am very happy that my dad is at this community and I feel that he is well taken care of. I feel when you walk in there the staff is just very welcoming. Everybody is always polite and has a smile on their face. I watched them interact with the residents and I feel that they have a really great group of people there.”
“The management and the staff at the front desk are very good. They are always nice and friendly and helpful. I appreciate that. The dining service staff are wonderful and they try very hard and the quality of the food and the menu variety are good as well. I love the cottage I live in and I definitely feel safe and comfortable. I would recommend this community to others.”
“The staff here is awesome, the food is good and there are always activities going on here. My aunt, who is very social, loves all the activities. Overall everything is very good.”
“The whole staff at this community is great. I appreciate what they do. They do a great job of taking care of my mom. They are super helpful in getting mom ready for appointments when needed. The dining and activities offered mom is happy with. I've been pleased and would recommend this community to others.”
About the community
Written by Summer Breeze Senior Living
Tucked into a tree-lined enclave on Wilmington Island between downtown Savannah and the beaches, Summer Breeze pairs white-columned Lowcountry charm with nationally recognized care: a U.S. News Best Assisted Living community with NCCDP-certified memory care. Cottage living with full kitchens, chef-led dining, on-site therapy services, and outings to Tybee Island make coastal retirement feel like a permanent vacation.
- U.S. News Best Assisted Living community
- Private IL cottages with full kitchens
- NCCDP-certified Live Intentionally memory care
- On-site physical, speech, and occupational therapy
- Outings to Tybee Island and downtown Savannah
Life at Summer Breeze Senior Living
Dining
Dining services offer restaurant-style, chef-prepared meals that follow doctor-recommended dietary guidelines. Independent living cottage residents can use full-service dining or cook in their own fully equipped kitchens.
Activities
Assisted living activities follow the Invigorate program, which groups the monthly calendar into themes such as giving back, staying strong, seeking knowledge, connections and adventure. The community also offers the Coro program, which uses music and faith to support emotional well-being. Families can follow schedules and photos through the Sagely family app.
Coastal SavannahLive oaks, sea breezes, and day trips to Tybee Island from a quiet Wilmington Island campus.
Cottage LivingTwo-bedroom cottages with full kitchens: independence with a concierge safety net.
Main Street MemoriesMemory care designed for reminiscence, with a 1950s diner mural and coffee shop.
Nationally RecognizedU.S. News Best Assisted Living honors and NCCDP-certified dementia practitioners.
Amenities
- Cottages with full kitchens
- Walking trails
- On-site therapy services
- In-house pharmacy
- Emergency response system
Memory care program
Live Intentionally is the community's memory care program, built around caring, engaging and connected daily life, with a Feels-Like-Home program and Hands To Help volunteer opportunities. The site states it is certified by the National Council of Certified Dementia Practitioners.
Meet the team
Monica LeeExecutive Director
Staci RavitaDirector of Sales & Marketing
Paula Hooks-ClementsDirector of Wellness
Lori DickersonBusiness Office Director
Laneasja DixonDirector of Housekeeping
Jillian MabryDirector of Lifestyles
Tyrone WilliamsExecutive Chef
Floor plans
5 layouts from Summer Breeze Senior Living’s website. Sizes and prices are as the community lists them; ask which are available now.
Prices
This community does not publish its prices.
Area costs
Assisted Living in Georgia typically starts at $3,700 to $5,100 a month. Based on 79 communities that publish prices. These are area figures, not this community's price.
Independent Living in Georgia typically starts at $3,500 to $5,000 a month. Based on 20 communities that publish prices. These are area figures, not this community's price.
How this page is paid for. Lilisity is operated by Senior Living Alliance. Summer Breeze Senior Living is a member and pays SLA for its resident and family interview program. Payment never changes a testimonial, a rating or the order of search results. The description, features and photos come from the community. Testimonials come from SLA phone interviews. Prices, license details and inspections come from the community’s published rates and public records. How we verify testimonials · How we are paid
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What the public record shows
Gathered by Lilisity from state and federal sources. Communities can’t edit this part of the page.
License
Active
ASSISTED LIVING COMMUNITY ALC000694, current license dated Jan 18, 2022.
Nearest emergency room
6.2 miles
Savannah Health Services LLC Dba Memorial Health University Medical Center, rated 1 of 5 stars by CMS.
License and ownershipActive license
- License type
- ASSISTED LIVING COMMUNITY
- License number
- ALC000694
- License status
- Active
- Current license dated
- 2022-01-18
- County
- Chatham County
- Administrator
- Patty Dixon
Source: Georgia state licensing records (agency listing), retrieved 2026-09-09. Licensing status is a matter of public record; it is not a quality rating.
Administrator name from the Georgia licensing record, as of Oct 12, 2026.
Paying with Medicaid and other programsHow Medicaid pays for care in Georgia, and other programs
How Medicaid pays for care in Georgia
- Elderly and Disabled Waiver Program (EDWP): Community Care Services Program (CCSP) and SOURCE. Georgia Medicaid's Elderly and Disabled Waiver can pay for Alternative Living Services in state-licensed personal care homes, for people who would otherwise qualify for nursing home care. You apply through your local Aging and Disability Resource Connection. (state page)
- Waitlist. People who qualify for CCSP are placed on a waiting list ranked by need. The state brochure is dated August 2019. (source)
Ask the community whether it accepts Medicaid.
Staff pay and workplace safety1 federal wage case with violations found; 2 OSHA inspections, no violations cited
Federal records about how the employer here treats its staff.
Federal wage and hour cases
The Department of Labor checks that staff are paid minimum wage and overtime as the law requires.
- Findings for Oct 14, 2016 to Oct 13, 2018. Violations found: Overtime. Back wages: $7,621 owed to 6 employees. Employer as DOL recorded it: Summer Breeze Senior Living Facility (Senior Management II). Case 1863701.
Source: U.S. Department of Labor, Wage and Hour Division enforcement data, loaded Oct 15, 2026. Concluded cases only. The dates are the period in which DOL found violations, not when the case opened or closed. Back wages are what the employer agreed to pay; penalties are what DOL assessed. DOL does not publish a page for each case, so search the dataset by case number.
OSHA workplace safety inspections
OSHA inspects workplaces for staff safety, such as lifting, needles, chemicals and workplace violence. It does not inspect resident care.
- Aug 5, 2021: programmed (planned) inspection, no inspection (health). Case closed Aug 5, 2021. No violations cited. OSHA record. OSHA recorded the employer as Bridge Senior Living, INC. Matched by street address; the name OSHA recorded differs from the community's.
- Nov 19, 2020: referral inspection, partial (health). Case closed May 10, 2021. No violations cited. OSHA record. OSHA recorded the employer as Wilmington Senior Care, LLC. Matched by street address; the name OSHA recorded differs from the community's.
Source: U.S. Department of Labor OSHA enforcement data, as of Oct 15, 2026, inspections since 2016. Penalties can change while a case is open or contested.
Location and nearby careNearest hospital 6.2 mi, nursing home 3.9 mi, pharmacy 0.6 mi
- Nearest hospital with an emergency room
- Savannah Health Services LLC Dba Memorial Health University Medical Center, Savannah. 6.2 miles away, straight line. CMS overall hospital rating: 1 of 5 stars.
- Nearest Medicare nursing home
- Thunderbolt Care Center LLC, Savannah. 3.9 miles away, straight line.
- Nearest home health agency office
- Centerwell Home Health, Savannah. 4.5 miles away, straight line. Agencies travel to clients, so ask which ones serve this address.
- Nearest pharmacy
- Walgreens. 0.6 miles away, straight line. From OpenStreetMap, which does not list every pharmacy, so one may be closer.
- Area
- USDA classes ZIP code 31410 as metropolitan (metropolitan core).
- Dialysis within 15 miles
- Fmc - Bma Of Coastal Dialysis, Savannah, 5.9 miles away, straight line (has a shift starting after 5 pm; CMS rating 3 of 5 stars)
Davita Savannah Riverside At Home, Savannah, 7.4 miles away, straight line (CMS rating 3 of 5 stars)
Davita Derenne Dialysis, Savannah, 7.5 miles away, straight line (CMS rating 2 of 5 stars) - Hospice
- 18 Medicare hospices tell CMS they serve ZIP code 31410.
Hospice Savannah, office in Savannah, 6.1 miles away, straight line (CMS family survey rating 4 of 5 stars)
Spanish Oaks Hospice, Inc, office in Savannah, 6.7 miles away, straight line
Georgia Hospice Care, office in Savannah, 7.0 miles away, straight line - Nearest geriatric medicine practice
- Sjc Medical Group Inc, Pooler. 16.9 miles away, straight line. 1 geriatric medicine doctor listed there.
Distances are straight lines from the community, not driving distance. Hospitals, home health, dialysis, hospice and doctors come from CMS provider data (CMS, hospital list updated Jul 22, 2026). Star ratings are CMS’s own.
Emergency and natural hazard riskFEMA overall risk relatively high; outside FEMA's high-risk flood areas; in a hurricane evacuation zone
Public hazard maps for this location. Ask the community about its emergency plan, its generator and where residents would go in an evacuation.
- Hurricane evacuation zone
- Zone A on the Georgia hurricane evacuation zones. (Georgia Emergency Management and Homeland Security Agency, map updated Aug 21, 2023)
- Flood zone
- Outside the high and moderate risk flood areas on FEMA's flood map (Zone X, minimal flood hazard, or not studied). (FEMA flood map)
- Wildfire risk to homes
- In Wilmington Island, GA, risk to homes is greater than 98% of communities in Georgia and 89% of communities nationwide. USDA rates the whole town or city, not this address. (USDA Forest Service, Wildfire Risk to Communities, April 2026)
- FEMA National Risk Index
- Overall: relatively high. By hazard: hurricane very high, inland flooding relatively low, coastal flooding relatively high, wildfire relatively moderate, tornado relatively low, heat wave relatively moderate, earthquake relatively low. These are FEMA’s ratings for the census tract, compared with tracts nationwide. (FEMA, December 2025)
A flood zone describes the map at this point, not the building's elevation. In an emergency, follow the local emergency management agency.
Questions to ask on a tour10 questions picked for this community from its record
Picked for this community from its record. Ask them in person and write down the answers.
- This address is in a hurricane evacuation zone. Where do residents go in an evacuation, and how do you move them?
- What does the base rate include, and when did rates last go up?
- How many caregivers are on duty during the day and at night?
- What happens if care needs increase? When would someone need to move?
- What fees are charged at move-in?
- How do you tell families about falls, illness or changes?
- How long have the executive director and the head of care been here?
- Who gives medications, and what training do they have?
- For what reasons can a resident be asked to leave?
- Is the apartment held during a hospital stay, and at what cost?
What we checked12 public sources we searched, with dates
Every public source we searched for this community. “Nothing on record” means we found no record that matched it. A record can be missed when a name or address differs.
| Source | Data as of | What we found |
|---|---|---|
| U.S. Department of Labor wage and hour cases | Oct 15, 2026 | See above |
| OSHA workplace safety inspections since 2016 | Oct 15, 2026 | See above |
| Hurricane evacuation zone maps | See above | |
| FEMA flood map | See above | |
| USDA wildfire risk | Apr 15, 2026 | See above |
| FEMA National Risk Index | See above | |
| CMS hospitals, home health, dialysis, hospice and doctors; OpenStreetMap pharmacies | See above | |
| HUD Multifamily Properties - Assisted | Jul 6, 2026 | Nothing on record |
| State Veterans Homes (NASVH directory) | Sep 20, 2026 | Nothing on record |
| CMS Hospice - General Information | Aug 19, 2026 | Nothing on record |
| CMS Home Health Care Agencies | May 27, 2026 | Nothing on record |
| The community’s own website | Could not read the site |
Common questionsAnswers to 8 questions families ask
What levels of care does Summer Breeze Senior Living offer?
Summer Breeze offers Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, and short-term Respite care on one Wilmington Island campus, so residents can stay in a familiar community as their needs change.
What types of residences are available?
Independent Living residents enjoy private two-bedroom, two-bath cottages of about 1,100 square feet with full kitchens. Assisted Living and Memory Care offer one-bedroom suites and studios, each with a private bath.
What is the dining experience like?
Meals are restaurant-quality and chef-prepared, with menus that balance familiar home cooking and new culinary options: all tailored to align with doctor-recommended dietary guidelines. Independent Living cottages also include fully equipped kitchens.
What activities and wellness programs are offered?
The Invigorate program builds each month's calendar around seven wellness dimensions: from Stay Strong fitness to Discover Adventure outings, including trips to nearby Tybee Island. The Coro program uses music and faith to support emotional well-being.
What makes the Memory Care program special?
The exclusive Live Intentionally program is delivered by a team certified through the National Council of Certified Dementia Practitioners. Days are designed around each resident's hobbies, history, and abilities, in a caring neighborhood with 24/7 expert care.
Does Summer Breeze Senior Living have verified testimonials?
Yes. 20+ residents and family members have shared testimonials about Summer Breeze Senior Living through phone interviews verified by Senior Living Alliance.
How much does Summer Breeze Senior Living cost?
Assisted Living in Georgia typically starts at $3,700 to $5,100 a month. Based on 79 communities that publish prices. These are area figures, not this community's price. Summer Breeze Senior Living does not publish its prices.
How do I contact Summer Breeze Senior Living?
Use Summer Breeze Senior Living's website, summerbreezeseniorliving.com, or visit at 351 Wilmington Island Road, Savannah, GA 31410.
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