When you need a senior care community in Lumber City, GA, for yourself or a loved one, your local Journey Care Team is here at The Woods at Lumber City to provide a warm welcome and unwavering support every step of the way.
Our Care Team is at the heart of everything we do, shaping the resident experience with compassion and dedication. For healthcare professionals passionate about making a difference, there’s no better place to build a fulfilling career than within our vibrant continuing care community in Lumber City, GA.
A supportive environment is more than just a collection of rooms. Whether you’re here for short-term rehab or an extended stay, our care community in Lumber City, GA, offers personalized care tailored to your needs. With convenient transportation, cherished outdoor space, a talented team, and more, every detail is designed to ensure you feel comfortable and surrounded by a caring community.
Journey provides short-term rehabilitation with physical, occupational, and speech therapy, offering personalized support for recovery.
We design our long-term care services for individuals who need daily medical attention and living assistance in a safe and welcoming setting.
Comprehensive Therapy Services to support strength, recovery, and independence through:
Journey’s Respite Care program enables caregivers to take a short break while their loved one receives attentive, compassionate support.
Journey’s Hospice Care focuses on comfort, dignity, and compassionate end-of-life support for residents and families.
Our Care Team is like family, both for residents and for one another. While exceptional skills and qualifications are foundational, we go beyond the surface, seeking those who embody collaboration and bring an extraordinary bedside manner. We hire individuals with heart because caring for others with heart is at the core of everything we do.
We proudly offer transportation from our care community to many locations in and around the neighborhood of The Woods at Lumber City. That means residents have a safe way to visit their local doctor, keep other appointments, participate in activities, and enjoy their hometown.
The Woods at Lumber City features one of our residents’ favorite amenities. In this lovely courtyard, they can get a breath of fresh air while connecting with neighbors and loved ones. It makes the community feel even more like home.
At Journey, our Care Team is the heart of what makes The Woods at Lumber City Care Community in Lumber City, GA, truly exceptional. That’s why we seize every opportunity to make them feel just as extraordinary, providing amazing benefits they deserve and thoughtful extras that make a positive impact in Lumber City, GA.
We are here for prospective residents, their families, and loved ones because your journey matters to us. We warmly welcome your questions and invite you to connect with us, learn more, and visit our care community in Lumber City, GA. It’s never too early to explore your options and plan for the care and comfort you deserve in Lumber City, GA.
When you’re choosing a care setting for yourself or someone you love, the town around it can matter just as much as what happens inside the building. Lumber City brings a quieter South Georgia rhythm—small, familiar, and rooted in the kind of everyday simplicity that can feel steady and reassuring for residents and families. The landscape here leans into open space and river country, which tends to make visits feel calmer and less rushed.
Lumber City is located in Telfair County and has a story shaped by the timber industry that helped build much of this region. It was incorporated in 1889 and was once known as “Artesian City,” a nod to the artesian wells that supported early life in the area. The community’s identity has long been tied to sawmill and rail history, and the river setting adds another layer of natural beauty that families often appreciate.
The Woods at Lumber City is conveniently positioned for visiting and regional travel, with U.S. Route 23/341 serving as the main corridor through town—connecting northwest to McRae-Helena and southeast to Hazlehurst—plus additional access via state routes that run through the area. The Ocmulgee River can be accessed locally from the Lumber City Boat Landing just off US-341, where a historic train trestle can also be seen. For air travel, Middle Georgia Regional Airport (MCN) and Brunswick Golden Isles Airport (BQK) are both reachable within a reasonable drive for out-of-town family and broader travel needs.
Lumber City’s surroundings offer a blend of river-country outdoors, local heritage, and a steady small-town feel—creating a comforting environment for residents and families alike.
Highlights of the Lumber City area include:
The Ocmulgee River, a well-known regional spot for fishing, paddling, and time outdoors
Lumber City Boat Landing, with direct river access just off US-341 and views of a historic train trestle
A community history tied to sawmills, rail lines, and the traditions of South Georgia’s timber towns
Straightforward access to nearby towns for additional shopping, dining, and services in McRae-Helena and Hazlehurst
A calmer, rural setting where familiar faces and open space are part of the daily rhythm
Lumber City is a special place in South Georgia—offering a meaningful mix of simplicity, natural beauty, and local roots—and a setting where residents, families, and Care Team members can feel supported, connected, and at home in Lumber City, Georgia.
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