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The average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Georgia is $4,661, according to A Place for Mom’s proprietary data. This can serve as a helpful benchmark for what families in the Downs area can expect to pay. Pricing may vary based on the community’s location, your loved one’s care needs, and any additional services or amenities.

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Cost of assisted living in Downs, GA

The average cost of senior living in Georgia is $4,661 per month as compared to $5,830 in the United States.

Senior living costs in Georgia vs. 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 state: Georgia
Column national: U.S.
Column costDifference: Cost difference
Community typeGeorgiaU.S.Cost difference
Assisted Living$4,661/mo$5,830/mo20.1% below national median
Memory Care$5,259/mo$6,999/mo24.9% below national median
Independent Living$3,405/mo$3,520/mo3.3% below national median
Assisted Living
Georgia:$4,661/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Cost difference:20.1% below national median
Memory Care
Georgia:$5,259/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Cost difference:24.9% below national median
Independent Living
Georgia:$3,405/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Cost difference:3.3% below national median
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Downs, GA

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Downs.

What families are saying about assisted living in Downs

Recent reviews for assisted living in Downs

Savannah Court of Milledgeville

5.0
I'm very happy with Savannah Court.

Thrive at Augusta in Martinez, GA

4.5
We were very pleased with the community. They took very good care of my relative that was there. Everything was first class. The attention, room, and space were all good. Due to the pandemic the only problem I had was the visitation schedule.

The Ostolaza Residence - Personal Care Home in Evans, GA

5.0
My mom was a resident at The Ostolaza Residence. I have nothing but awesome things to say of [name removed] and her staff and the care of my mom. They ended up feeling like family to me and I miss seeing them since my mom has passed. I would recommend this facility to others.

Downs review score based on 789 family reviews

8.7
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This proprietary review score is based on 789 reviews of 24 Downs assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Downs review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living 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

Downs review score compared against nearby cities

8.7
Downs, GA24 facilities
8.9
Wrightsville, GA5 facilities
8.7
Louisville, GA24 facilities

Review subcategories for Downs assisted living

When assisted living 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 789 reviews of 24 Downs assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Downs resident and family assisted living 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.
Downs, GA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.4
4.4
Friendliness
4.5
4.5
Care services
4.3
4.3
Staff
4.6
4.6
Meals & dining
4.4
4.2
Activities
4.4
4.3
Value for cost*
4.3
4.2
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Downs assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Downs assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Downs, 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 Downs assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Downs that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Downs, GANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
32.9%
45.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
19.4%
29.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
86.2%
91.5%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
96.6%
93.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
34.5%
49.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
15.8%
26.2%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
86.2%
91.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
32.7%
41.2%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
31%
45.9%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Downs assisted living

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 Downs Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Downs, GANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
29.9%
44.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
22.8%
28.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
28.1%
35.7%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
8.7%
11.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Downs assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Downs partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Downs, GANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
15.5%
23.9%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
26.9%
35.8%
No sugar
No sugar
19.1%
32.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
22.8%
31.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
13.1%
16.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Downs assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Downs communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Downs, GANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
23%
27.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
26.2%
37%
Room service
Room service
22%
32.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
10.2%
15.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Downs assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Downs offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Downs, GANational
Activity director
Activity director
30.1%
40.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
23.4%
27%
Community service programs
Community service programs
20.9%
26.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
33.8%
43.1%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
31.6%
42.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
33.6%
45.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
28%
36.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
24.3%
31.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
27.1%
33.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
31.3%
40.7%
Live performances
Live performances
28.8%
40.9%
Dances
Dances
22.4%
26.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
9.7%
21.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
29.7%
40%
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State regulations for assisted living in Downs

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. 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 assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Downs protect seniors.
Learn about Georgia assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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