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SERENITY ADULT DAY CARE CENTER
4279 AUSTELL POWDER SPRINGS RD , POWDER SPRINGS, GA 30127-2935 · Health inspection record from Georgia Department of Public Health
Most recent inspection (November 3, 2026): no individual violations are recorded in the published data.
Inspection history
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A100November 3, 2026No violations recorded
No individual violations are recorded for this inspection in the published data.
A99April 29, 20261 violation
Inspectors recorded 1 violation involving facility upkeep.
Observed employee cellphone and speaker stored on in-use food preparation counter in main kitchen. C/A: Areas designated for employees to eat, drink, use tobacco products and electronic devices shall be located so that food, equipment, linens, and single-service and single-use articles are protected from contamination. COS: Cellphone and speaker stored in designated area.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.07(4)(b) - designated areas for employee activity, located to prevent contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, & single service articles (c)”A95November 20, 20252 violations
Inspectors recorded 2 violations, 1 of them critical, involving temperature control and food storage.
Observed cooked sloppy joe (prepared yesterday) and sliced turkey (prepared 2-days ago) stored in RIC in main kitchen with no date mark. 2. Observed cooked chili stored in Ziploc bag for an unknown period of time in RIC in storage room with no date mark. C/A: refrigerated, ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared and held in a food establishment for more than 24 hours shall be clearly marked to indicate the date or day by which the food shall be consumed on the premises, sold, or discarded, when held at a temperature of 41°F (5°C) or below for a maximum of 7 days. The day of preparation shall be counted as Day 1. COS: Chili-like dish discarded; turkey and sloppy joe discarded.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(g) - ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food, date marking (pf)”Observed ready to use plates and bowls stored facing up in main kitchen not protected from contamination. C/A: cleaned equipment and utensils, laundered linens, and single-service and single-use articles shall be stored: (i) In a clean, dry location; (ii) Where they are not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination; and (iii) At least 6 inches (15 centimeters) above the floor. 2. Clean equipment and utensils shall be stored as specified under paragraph 1 of this subsection and shall be stored: (i) In a self-draining position that allows air drying; and (ii) Covered or inverted.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(10)(e)1,2,4 - equipment, utensil, linens, stored 6" off floor in clean, dry location (c)”A99February 24, 20251 violation
Inspectors recorded 1 violation involving facility upkeep.
Observed several employee foods and food service foods comingled in RIC in main kitchen. C/A: Areas designated for employees to eat, drink, and use tobacco shall be located so that food and equipment are protected from contamination. COS: The items were relocated.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.07(4)(b) - designated areas for employee activity, located to prevent contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, & single service articles (c)”A94August 19, 20242 violations
Inspectors recorded 2 violations, 1 of them critical, involving handwashing & hygiene and cleaning & sanitizing.
Observed employees rinsing dishes and discarding beverages at hand-wash station in main kitchen. C/A: 1. A handwashing sink shall be maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use. 2. A handwashing facility may not be used for purposes other than handwashing. COS: Hand-wash station cleaned and sanitized.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.06(2)(o) - using a handwashing sink- operation & maintenance (pf)”Observed interior of lower cabinets in main kitchen soiled with food debris and dirt. C/A: Clean and sanitize area; Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(a)2,3 - equipment, food/nonfood-contact surfaces, and utensils, food-contact surfaces of cooking equipment & nonfood-contact surfaces free of accumulations (c)”A95February 14, 20242 violations
Inspectors recorded 2 violations, 1 of them critical, involving handwashing & hygiene and cleaning & sanitizing.
Observed insufficient hand-soap at hand-wash station in main kitchen. C/A: Each handwashing sink or group of two adjacent handwashing sinks shall be provided with a supply of hand cleaning liquid, powder, or bar soap. Pf COS: Hand-soap provided.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(3)(a) - handwashing cleanser, availability (pf)”1. Observed soiled toaster oven in main kitchen lined with aluminum foil. 2. Observed microwave in main kitchen with food debris along exterior and interior of unit. C/A: Clean and sanitize area; Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. The use of aluminum foil is only permitted if used on clean surfaces and replaced every day.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(a)2,3 - equipment, food/nonfood-contact surfaces, and utensils, food-contact surfaces of cooking equipment & nonfood-contact surfaces free of accumulations (c)”A96October 23, 20231 violation
Inspectors recorded 1 violation, 1 of them critical, involving employee health.
PIC unaware of the reportable foodborne illnesses and unaware of some of the symptoms. Observed the PIC was unable to provide documentation that employees are trained on reportable foodborne illnesses and/or symptoms.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(1)(c)17 - demonstration (pf)”Georgia scores on a 100-point scale: A 90–100, B 80–89, C 70–79, U below 70.
Source
Published by the Georgia Department of Public Health · permit FSP-033-001980. Verify this record at ga.healthinspections.us. Georgia’s inspection records are published by county health district, not from a single statewide portal.
