Sumter county, GA
Sumter County, Georgia[edit | edit source]
- Sumter County is a county located in the southwestern portion of the U.S. state of Georgia. As of the 2010 census, the population was 32,819. The county seat is Americus. The county was created on December 26, 1831.
Geography[edit | edit source]
- Sumter County is located in the southwestern part of Georgia. It is bordered by Schley County to the north, Macon County to the northeast, Dooly County to the east, Crisp County to the southeast, Lee County to the south, Terrell County to the southwest, and Webster County to the northwest.
Demographics[edit | edit source]
- As of the 2010 United States Census, there were 32,819 people, 12,534 households, and 8,558 families residing in the county.
Healthcare in Sumter County[edit | edit source]
- Healthcare is a significant aspect of life in Sumter County, with several healthcare facilities providing services to the residents.
Phoebe Sumter Medical Center[edit | edit source]
- Phoebe Sumter Medical Center is a 76-bed medical facility that provides a range of services to the residents of Sumter County and surrounding areas. The hospital offers services in various medical specialties, including cardiology, orthopedics, obstetrics, emergency medicine, and more.
Magnolia Manor[edit | edit source]
- Magnolia Manor is a faith-based, tax-exempt, not-for-profit organization affiliated with the South Georgia Conference of the United Methodist Church. Magnolia Manor provides a loving Christian environment and a caring staff to promote the physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being of its residents. It offers a comprehensive range of services for older adults including independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing, rehabilitation, home health, and hospice.
Sumter County Health Department[edit | edit source]
- The Sumter County Health Department is a part of the Georgia Department of Public Health and is responsible for the health and well-being of the citizens of Sumter County. The health department provides a variety of services, including immunizations, health screenings, and health education.
Education[edit | edit source]
- Education in Sumter County is provided by the Sumter County School District. The district operates several elementary, middle, and high schools, as well as an alternative school.
Transportation[edit | edit source]
- Transportation in Sumter County is facilitated by several major highways, including U.S. Route 19, U.S. Route 280, State Route 3, and State Route 30.
Notable people[edit | edit source]
- Several notable people hail from Sumter County, including former U.S. President Jimmy Carter and his wife, Rosalynn Carter.
See also[edit | edit source]
- National Register of Historic Places listings in Sumter County, Georgia
- List of county roads in Sumter County, Georgia
External links[edit | edit source]
- Sumter County official website
- Phoebe Sumter Medical Center
- Magnolia Manor
- Sumter County Health Department
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