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Alzheimer’s care in Ellijay incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. Ellijay memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in Ellijay, know it’s a safe setting for your older relative.

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Photo of Legacy Ridge at Brookstone
1111 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
9.0
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Overall experience is good. Staff, cleanliness, and apartment size are great. Food is fair. There is accessibility to on site physician, dentist, optometrist, podiatrist , physical therapy is excellent. I...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Southern hospitality at its finest! Located North West of Atlanta, Legacy Ridge of Brookstone is close to many amenities. Our residents enjoy an active lifestyle with peace of mind that comes from knowing that assistance is always available should they need it.
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Photo of Lotus Village
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Lotus Village has been wonderful with a couple of hiccups which I'm sure are normal. My mother loves it there which is 95% of the battle when transitioning. So we very pleased and in the whole scope of all...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Lotus Village, our senior living community located in the heart of Cumming, is known for being warm, inviting, and active. We develop individual care plans to meet the needs of each resident, and a full-time nursing staff is available 24 hours a day to provide clinical oversight and coordination...
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Photo of The Phoenix at Lake Lanier
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My mom (and seems like everyone else) are dissatisfied with the food. That would prob be main complaint. I'm sure they have to keep things bland for specialized diets but it would be nice to maybe have a...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Photo of Heartis Suwanee
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Excellent staff and activities. I would recommend to others. [removed] was sold to The Overlook in [date removed]. Much improvement.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Offering Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care, Heartis Suwanee provides the support you need to remain living as independently as possible, plus everything you want to continue to lead a full, active, and enjoyable life. It’s the perfect balance of 24-hour support and an engaging...
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Photo of Cedarhurst of Canton
99 Photos available
1010 Floor plans available
8.9
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The staff is wonderful. They all love [name removed]. I would most definitely recommend them to others who are searching for a place for their loved one.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Relish in the rich history of Canton when taking up residence at Cedarhurst of Canton. Nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, our Assisted Living and Memory Care community in Canton boasts a modern mountain lodge feel with custom decor, a private lake stocked with fish and easy...
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Photo of Wickshire South Lee Buford
99 Photos available
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love the cottage and the other residents, but the food is horrible!! I did my due diligence and checked their website before signing the contract and it represented that they served balanced and nutritious...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Live life to the fullest in South Lee Buford. Select your apartment or cottage and make it your own. Each apartment has abundant natural light, space and kitchenettes. Cottages feature full-kitchens with up-to-date appliances. Sit on the porch of your cottage and connect with neighbors around the...
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Photo of Addington Place of John’s Creek
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55 Floor plans available
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I visit my mom plenty of times and I want to take the time out to say the Business Office Manager [Name Removed ] is the Absolute Best Person Addington Johns Creek has working there. Her heart is so...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Welcome to Addington Place of Johns Creek! A beautiful community of warmth decorated with fine furnishings, stunning artwork and more often than not the scent of something delicious baking in the kitchen. A place where independence thrives but help is just a call away.Addington Place is centrally...
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Photo of Charter of Cleveland
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5 on all categories. We couldn't be more pleased! The caregivers are so sweet and considerate, there are a multitude of activities (though my MIL doesn't participate in many yet), & many activities involve...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Located near Interstate 75, Morningside of Cleveland is a community of neighbors, each with a lifetime of experiences to share. It is more than a place to live it is a place for living! We offer all the comforts of home combined with individualized assistance. Our Healthy Generation philosophy is...
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Photo of Southern Oaks Assisted Living
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Very happy with the facility. My Mom loves the food and has made friends. In-house prescription service is extremely expensive. Other than that very reasonably priced.
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Southern Oaks Assisted Living is an assisted living community located in the great city of Chattanooga, TN. This assisted living community offers a safe home to those who are in need of daily assistance, and it provides those individuals with a home in a city that is full of entertainment...
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Photo of Atria North Point
99 Photos available
2020 Floor plans available
8.9
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The exercise facility and therapy are first class. The residents we met were up beat and very much engaged in the notion of "Keep it moving!" When you walk into other facilities, you are greeted by seemingly...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Atria Senior Living is proud to offer exceptional independent living, assisted living and supportive living communities in Georgia. Atria North Point provides gracious senior living in the Metro Atlanta area. When searching for a retirement living community or senior apartment to call home, visit...
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Photo of Brookdale Cleveland
99 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
8.8
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22 reviews
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22 reviews
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[names removed] are all amazing and they go out of their way to care for people and to handle situations. They do have some other employees that could use some work and they still need to work on their...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
All the Comforts of HomeIs there anything more frustrating than canceling on your friends because the sink is leaking or declining a social invitation because the laundry is piling up? When you decide to move into our assisted living community, you never have to worry about missing out on fun...
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Photo of Historic Roswell Place
2323 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
8.8
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The staff are very kind. The food is edible, but could be better. My loved one is in memory care and doing well there. The room and overall facility are clean. Her apartment is a comfortable size. A lot of...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Historic Roswell Place offers a beautiful assisted living and memory care community for seniors in the Roswell, GA area.With a warm and welcoming environment, our intimate setting provides a relaxing retreat filled with historic charm and southern hospitality.Our residents become friends quickly,...
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Photo of The Villas at Canterfield
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Super caring staff. Terrible communication with admin on site. They could prepare vegetables consistently , using more local farm-to-table. They advertise " chef" and I am pretty sure he has experience as a...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The Villas at Canterfield is a senior living community located in a quiet, upscale and unique neighborhood in Cumming, Georgia which is in Forsyth County. It was planned for convenience and offers a luxury home atmosphere with a world class standard of living. The community has spacious,...
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Photo of TerraBella Roswell
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8.8
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Yes! They've done SOME things to update facilities, but overall, the public areas of the building, and especially the interior gardens & patios are VERY dilapidated & get NO MAINTENANCE. Not a flower to be...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
We are continuing to admit new Residents, where possible and appropriate, and look forward to continuing to serve area seniors and their families. Ask about our lifetime veterans saving program and other special offers!
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Photo of Inspired Living at Alpharetta
77 Photos available
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Several shoes have been lost. I replaced some over the holidays and they are now missing again. It's costly to have to keep replacing them. It would be nice to have email or some form of communication with...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Inspired Living at Alpharetta is a vibrant and innovative community that offers assisted living and memory care options. Whether you or your loved one needs a little assistance or requires personalized memory care, you can be assured that we will provide a lifestyle that brings comfort, safety,...
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Photo of Wickshire Canton
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Stefanie was very thorough and helpful every step of the way. Brenda at the front desk and Alan over maintenance are both amazing and very nice. Anything that came up was immediately addressed and resolved....
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
When you’re here, you’re home.If you’re looking for the care you need when you need it all on one campus with a personal care home and Alzheimer’s and dementia care, our senior living community in Canton, Georgia, could be the right fit for you. Live well and age well with while you build new...
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Photo of Brickmont of John's Creek
88 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.6
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Good communication, and very understanding. My dad was a special case. He was getting very aggressive and they were the only one I could find that would take him in. It seems as though just taking him out of...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Enjoy a wide variety of daily social, educational and spiritual programs, tailored to your unique interests and abilities, allowing you to connect with friends and participate in activities you've always loved or have always wanted to try. At Brickmont of John's Creek, you will Love Where You Live!
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Photo of Addington Place of Alpharetta
99 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
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Addington Place is now Chapters Senior Living. My sister is very happy there although she is not very thrilled with the food . She enjoys most of the activities. She has never been one to do crafts so she...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Welcome to the new Welcome to the new Addington Place of Alpharetta! An elegant senior living community full of warmth, decorated with fine furnishings, stunning artwork and more often than not the scent of something delicious baking in the kitchen. A place where independence thrives but help is...
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Photo of Sunabella of Towne Lake
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Many times the food is carb-heavy, making it difficult for diabetic residents. The staff is friendly, but they are short-staffed most weekends and mornings. They need to add more variety to the food menu.
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Sunabella of Towne Lake offers three types of apartment homes for seniors – deluxe studios, one-bedroom apartments (includes a separate living room and private screened porch), and two-bedroom apartments – all with kitchenettes.This affordable community offers a safe and loving home-like...
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Photo of Arbor Terrace of South Forsyth
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The food is very good, attendants are very cordial, premises are kept nicely. Very good activities. Only negative thing is sometimes response time is slow. Any problems are easily resolved with upper...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Arbor Terrace of Johns Creek provides the highest quality of geriatric care and assisted living in the Suwanee, Georgia area, including innovative memory care designed specifically for those affected by Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias. Every resident receives unique and personalized care...
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Photo of The Canopy at Boynton Ridge
2020 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
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Hate that it was time for my best friend to choose a new home I know it has to be a very difficult time in life when you have to go live with strangers So you must pick a loving clean and safe one I have...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
The Canopy at Boynton Ridge is an Assisted Living and Memory Care community featuring the highest standards in dining, activities, and care, offering upscale amenities, Chef-inspired dining, and a myriad of activities promoting physical conditioning and mental wellness.Assisted LivingWhether you...
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Photo of Bellevue at Woodstock
1111 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
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I like that the memory care is limited to 12 people. The nurses are absolutely awesome and the facility is always clean. [name removed] was our Administrator going in but left due to differences with the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Enjoy An Active LifestyleWhen you walk through the doors at our assisted living and memory care community in Woodstock, Georgia, you will quickly discover a vibrant and active group of seniors who are eager to embrace this season of life with passion. Tucked within the beautiful and historic...
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Photo of Magnolia Place of Roswell
1919 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
8.6
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Easy to work with and running a one bedroom special at the time, which was cheaper than their studio apartments and a much cheaper option than where my mom was staying prior to moving to magnolia place. I...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Magnolia Place of Roswell is an assisted living and memory care community in the heart of Roswell, Georgia. A vibrant suburb of Atlanta, Roswell features beautiful parks, historical sites, exceptional medical centers and a variety of fun, entertainment and shopping. In a truly ideal location, all...
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Photo of The Phoenix at James Creek
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31 reviews
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This is a 5 Star facility as far as I am concerned, the staff is top notch. I looked at several facilities and I believe my choice was an excellent one. There are a variety of apartments from studio to 2...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
The phoenix at James Creek is a NEW state of the art Assisted Living and Memory Care community opening in the Fall of 2018. We are located at the corner of James Burgess Road and Ruth Lane near 20 and the Chattahoochee River in Cumming. We are very close to Sugar Hill, Buford and Johns Creek and...
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Photo of Village Park of Alpharetta
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Facility fairly new and well maintained. About 250 residents when full. Independent and assisted mixed which is nice for everyone. Four added levels of care for those in assisted. They do not offer...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
WE ARE NOW OPEN!Welcome to Village Park - where days are for rediscovering and reconnecting, recreation is an art worth mastering and relaxation is always well deserved. We call it Next-Level Senior Living. You'll just call it home.NOW OPEN in the heart of Alpharetta. We offer bungalows,...
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Cost of memory care in Ellijay, GA

The average cost of senior living in Ellijay is $5,216 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Ranger, GA with an average of $4,952 per month.

Memory care costs in Ellijay, GA, vs. nearby cities

Ellijay, GA
$5,216/mo

Memory care costs in Ellijay, GA, vs. state and national averages

Ellijay, GA
$5,216/mo
$5,180/mo
U.S. national average
$6,969/mo

Memory care costs in Ellijay, GA, vs. other senior living options

Memory Care
$5,216/mo

Memory care costs in Ellijay, GA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,430/mo
Studio
$5,910/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,817/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,438/mo

Senior living costs in Ellijay vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Ellijay, GA
Column state: Georgia
Column national: U.S.
Community typeEllijay, GAGeorgiaU.S.
Memory Care$5,216/mo$5,180/mo$6,969/mo
Assisted Living$4,614/mo$4,641/mo$5,793/mo
Independent Living$3,524/mo$3,365/mo$3,509/mo
Memory Care
Ellijay, GA:$5,216/mo
Georgia:$5,180/mo
U.S.:$6,969/mo
Assisted Living
Ellijay, GA:$4,614/mo
Georgia:$4,641/mo
U.S.:$5,793/mo
Independent Living
Ellijay, GA:$3,524/mo
Georgia:$3,365/mo
U.S.:$3,509/mo
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Memory care costs in Ellijay, GA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Ellijay and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

Ellijay, GAGA stateNational

Memory care cost trends in Ellijay, GA

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Ellijay have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Ellijay, GA$4,579/mo$4,416/mo+3.7%
Georgia$4,675/mo$4,403/mo+6.2%
National$6,492/mo$6,159/mo+5.4%
Ellijay, GA
2024 average cost:$4,579/mo
2023 average cost:$4,416/mo
Percent change:+3.7%
Georgia
2024 average cost:$4,675/mo
2023 average cost:$4,403/mo
Percent change:+6.2%
National
2024 average cost:$6,492/mo
2023 average cost:$6,159/mo
Percent change:+5.4%
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

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What families are saying about memory care in Ellijay

Recent reviews for memory care in Ellijay

Cumming Senior Living

5.0
We moved our dad here in January of this year. I have been so happy with the quality of care and cleanliness. All of the other families of the residents that I’ve met are all so kind. The food is excellent as well! I highly recommend Cumming Nursing Center for your loved one.

Manor Lake Gainesville

5.0
Manor Lake was an excellent facility, we were very pleased with facility and the staff they could not of been nicer. While our loved one was there they took excellent care of her, and towards the end when we had to bring in hospice they allowed us to come in more than just the normal visiting ...
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The Phoenix at Roswell

5.0
My husband has been at Pacifica about a month. He has Parkinson's Dementia. This includes a major change in personality making it impossible for me to keep him at home. He can turn from a sweet helpful man to a raging angry man in a matter of seconds. Sometimes, even I don't see the transition ...
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Ellijay review score based on 922 family reviews

8.2
Review score176 facilities922 reviewsWrite a review
This proprietary review score is based on 922 reviews of 176 Ellijay memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Ellijay review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how memory care residents and family members rate memory care in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Ellijay review score compared against nearby cities

8.2
Ellijay, GA176 facilities
8.3
East Ellijay, GA183 facilities
8.2
Talking Rock, GA290 facilities

Review subcategories for Ellijay memory care

When memory care residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 922 reviews of 176 Ellijay memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Ellijay resident and family memory care satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Ellijay, GA averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.4
3.9
Friendliness
3.5
4.0
Care services
3.2
3.7
Staff
3.3
3.9
Meals & dining
3.1
3.6
Activities
3.1
3.5
Value for cost*
3.1
3.6
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Ellijay memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Ellijay memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Ellijay, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Ellijay memory care

Memory care communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of memory care partners in Ellijay that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Ellijay, GANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
70.5%
66.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
51.7%
49.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.6%
82.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
76.7%
73.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
46%
29.2%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97.7%
90%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
65.9%
62.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
72.7%
74%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Ellijay memory care

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Ellijay Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Ellijay, GANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
73.3%
75.6%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
52.8%
47%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
61.4%
72%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
22.2%
27%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Ellijay memory care

Memory care communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Ellijay partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Ellijay, GANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
27.8%
28.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
61.9%
45%
No sugar
No sugar
58%
42.1%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
48.3%
50.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
18.2%
16.9%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dining options in Ellijay memory care

Our memory care communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Ellijay communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Ellijay, GANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
50.6%
32.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
65.3%
40.4%
Room service
Room service
52.3%
37.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
23.9%
23.2%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Ellijay memory care

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered memory care communities in Ellijay offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Ellijay, GANational
Activity director
Activity director
65.3%
46.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
49.4%
34.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
39.2%
28.7%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
69.9%
55.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
65.9%
52.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
73.3%
62.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
60.8%
40.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
53.4%
35.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
53.4%
36.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
64.2%
48%
Live performances
Live performances
61.9%
48.6%
Dances
Dances
43.8%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
21.6%
22%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
64.8%
47.2%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

State regulations for memory care in Ellijay

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for memory care. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Georgia memory care regulations will help you understand how memory care communities in Ellijay protect seniors.
Learn about Georgia memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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