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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
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Overall it's very good. The cost is fine. I think the aides and the medical people could have a lot of improvement. I think they have some really good people, and then they have some who are not as good. ...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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.
Martin Boyd Christian Home was founded in 1984 by the local Churches of Christ. The original facility opened with 9 residents and 10 employees and has grown to house over 100 residents with a staff of over 50. The facility has grown to include 3 levels of care ranging from assisted care to...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
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My mom use to volunteer here so she knew that this was going to be the right place for herself. They have been fabulous with my mom, they helped us arrange for her hospice care and all the staff treat her...
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.
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Bridging the Gap Family Care Home, IncBridging the Gap Family Care Home, Inc is a residential care home for seniors that is located in the city of Hayesville, North Carolina which is in Clay County. Hayesville is a community that is close-knit, small, and lovely in all of the quiet and the...
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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.
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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.
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I think they do a very good job at Friendship Haven, I would give them high marks across the board. The staff here is friendly and professional, and the place is always nice looking and clean. The only mark...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Friendship Haven is a residential care home located in the beautiful city of Chattanooga, in Hamilton County, Tennessee. Our city has a rich history and vibrant culture, and we encourage our residents to get involved in our local community. We feature the best of Tennessee's natural landscape....
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Provides: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
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Davis Retirement Home in Chattanooga, TN is the ideal place to rest and relax but also a great place to have some fun. Located right in the middle of Chattanooga, this assisted living community offers plenty of great experiences right within walking distance including a discotheque, park and zoo....
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Nelson's Personal Care HomeNelson's Personal Care Home is a senior care home that is located in the suburban city of Alpharetta, GA and in north Fulton county. Alpharetta is a medium sized city that is home to the North Point Mall and the Verizon Wireless Amphitheater. The group home setting...
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Great Personal Care Home, staff and caregivers are so nice and caring. the food is great as well, its all home cooked. they have a very down home setting. the caregivers are so sweet and really take great...
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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.
Mary & Martha's Personal Care is a senior community located in Rossville, GA. This great community provides its residents with a wonderful place to live in an area with historic meaning. Those who are guests of this community's residents will find that they will want to check out the historic...

Cost of assisted living in Higdon, GA

The average cost of senior living in Higdon is $3,751 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Morganton, GA with an average of $2,850 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Higdon, GA vs. nearby cities

Higdon, GA
$3,751/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Higdon, GA vs. the state and national average

Higdon, GA
$3,751/mo
$3,584/mo
U.S. national average
$4,562/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Higdon vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$3,751/mo
$3,903/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Higdon, GA by room type

Semi-Private
$3,264/mo
Private
$3,000/mo
Studio
$4,303/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,938/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,759/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Higdon over time

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Higdon, GA

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What families are saying about assisted living in Higdon

Recent reviews for assisted living in Higdon

The Garden Plaza at Cleveland

4.6
We visited several facilities, and The Garden Plaza at Cleveland was the best we saw. We're very happy with our choice and have had a good experience so far. The staff is very friendly and helpful. My mother can be particular about the food but is warming up to it. The facility physically is ...
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Morning Pointe of Chattanooga at Shallowford

5.0
I absolutely love it and my Dad seems to like it. I love the staff and they have been great for my Dad. He has adjusted extremely well. He feels like this is his home. He is really happy with the food there.

The Bridge at Ooltewah

5.0
I live with my mom at The Bridge at Ooltewah. mom has lived here since [date removed]. we love being part of the community there. there is never a dull moment and it is a loving and caring community. there are lots of things to do and much musical entertainment and the food is good.

Higdon review score based on 236 family reviews

7.4
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This proprietary review score is based on 236 reviews of 88 Higdon assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Higdon 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

Higdon review score compared against nearby cities

7.4
Higdon, GA88 facilities
7.8
Blue Ridge, GA117 facilities
7.2
McCaysville, GA87 facilities

Review subcategories for Higdon 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 236 reviews of 88 Higdon assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Higdon 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.
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Cleanliness
4.4
4.5
Friendliness
4.5
4.6
Care services
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4.2
Staff
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4.5
Meals & dining
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Activities
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Higdon assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Higdon assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Higdon, 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 Higdon 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 Higdon that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
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Doctor on call
Doctor on call
45.5%
33.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.6%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
63.6%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
31.8%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
98.9%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
52.3%
48.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
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Availability of select dementia care services in Higdon 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 Higdon Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
55.7%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
34.1%
32.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
44.3%
41.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Higdon 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 Higdon partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
25%
27%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
43.2%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
40.9%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
38.6%
35.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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13%
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Availability of select dining options in Higdon 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 Higdon communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
27.3%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
44.3%
42%
Room service
Room service
33%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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17.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Higdon 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 Higdon offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
44.3%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
29.5%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
27.3%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
52.3%
50%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
46.6%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
63.6%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
39.8%
41%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
29.5%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
33%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
42%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
43.2%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
25%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
12.5%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
42%
45.6%
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State regulations for assisted living in Higdon

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Georgia assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Higdon protect seniors.

Learn about Georgia Assisted Living regulations

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Oaks at Hampton, Brookdale Mount Vernon Drive and Brookdale Hixson are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Higdon, Georgia. See full list of communities.

There are 111 assisted living facilities near Higdon, Georgia. See the full list.

The best assisted living facility near you in Higdon, Georgia is Oaks at Hampton. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

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