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Staff was very friendly. I felt like she got good quality of care. Food struggled at times. Some activities limited. Pretty good value for the care provided and the facility. I would overall recommend...
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.
"Hamilton Place is a Personal and Alzheimer’s care community that offers an innovative and exciting approach to carefree living during your retirement years. We offer the comforts of home, along with services and amenities that are designed expressly to meet the needs and interests of our...
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Staff have been helpful with those special, individualized needs that my aunt has. They do their best to work with us on special requests. Food needs to have more flavor. When I've tasted my aunts food,...
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.
Brookside Commerce is a senior living community offering a wide range of care services in Commerce, GA. Commerce boasts small town southern charm with convenient access to the metropolitan areas of Athens and Atlanta. Our town has many fun events year-round, a thriving downtown area, eclectic...
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[name removed]and her staff made the experience of placing my dad extremely comfortable and worry less. Everyone is so friendly and attentive. He was very much taken care of. The establishment is...
Provides: Memory Care
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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.
We purchased this building in August of 2022 and have been working tirelessly to become North East Georgia's only exclusive memory care community. By mid June we will have completed a 100% renovation to the entire building, thanks to a freezing Christmas eve in 2022. We pride ourselves on having...
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The reason for the 4s was due to Covid. They had a large turnover when the government (taxpayers) started paying people to stay home who were "afraid" to work in the health field. Prior to that, it was all...
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.
Located in historic Jefferson, Georgia, and situated on 5 acres overlooking an 8-acre lake, Highlands Senior Living Jefferson offers a friendly and homey environment.Designed to promote socializing, Highlands Senior Living Jefferson provides a great room with a cozy fireplace and four comfortable...
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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.
The Olive Branch is the only State Licensed Personal Care Home located in Braselton, Georgia, Jackson County. We are here to protect the health, safety and the well being of our residents and to ensure that our home meets the Health and Safety standards required by the Georgia Department of Human...
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They were kind and compassionate to my husband and kind to me and other family members. My husband was only there for a total of 22 days with a hospital stay in the middle which lasted 6 days. I would...
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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Landing of Winder was really nice, but my mom's health improved rapidly and she wanted more independence. She is able to live in a villa independently now and she just goes to the main building at Magnolia...
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.
Introducing a brand new community to the Oconee County/Athens Georgia area. Locally owned and operated, The Landing Senior Living is a 48 room community. We proudly offer 16 memory care studios and 32 assisted living suites. The Landing Senior Living also offers resort style amenities to include:...
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The quality for the price is unbeatable! We’re so glad we found this hidden gem in little Maysville! Definitely worth the drive for us from Mill Creek! The staff knows exactly how to redirect my mother's...
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 Pines Assisted Living is located on a spacious 8.7 acre environment in scenic North Georgia. Southern Pines provides a healthy lifestyle with peace of mind knowing your loved one is well taken care of in a comfortable and secure, home-like environment. Southern Pines provides three meals...
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I haven't had a chance to see the community myself, but from what I've heard from my loved one things seem to be going well. He seems very content here, he is pleased with his room and the community in...
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.
Magnolia Estates of Winder, was constructed and opened in 1990. This facility is the second of the three facilities and is fashioned with a more somewhat contemporary styling. Magnolia Estates of Winder's long, spacious hallways and elegantly furnished interiors make Magnolia Estates of Winder...
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Provides: Memory Care
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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.
Oak Pointe Memory Center is the newest memory care community in beautiful Winder, GA. With only 14 residential suites at Oak Pointe Memory Center you are part of a family, not just a number. Our small staff-to-resident ratio creates a close-knit family experience and personalized service.
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Mulberry Grove is an answer to our prayers for my mother! The staff and facility are absolutely wonderful. Mom now can attend various wonderful activities and is surrounded 24/7 by people that truly...
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.
The idea of Mulberry Grove was created due to rapid growth in the senior population and the desire to meet the needs of this population. It is a family owned business that focuses on a family oriented philosophy for its residents. Mulberry Grove can give you the best of both words by providing...

Cost of assisted living in Jefferson, GA

The average cost of senior living in Jefferson is $3,736 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Statham, GA with an average of $3,430 per month.

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

Jefferson, GA
$3,736/mo
$3,549/mo

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

Jefferson, GA
$3,736/mo
$3,584/mo
U.S. national average
$4,562/mo

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

Assisted Living
$3,736/mo
$4,230/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,848/mo
Studio
$4,639/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,345/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,595/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Jefferson over time

Jefferson, GAGA stateNational

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Jefferson, 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 Jefferson.

What families are saying about assisted living in Jefferson

Recent reviews for assisted living in Jefferson

Mali's Personal Care Home in Lawrenceville, GA

4.0
Mali and her team of caregivers really care for their clients and their loved ones. Mali brought my parent to the hospital and waited for me to meet her there before leaving the ER to return back to her staff and other residents. This is not what I experienced from another PCH in the past. ...
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Hamilton Place in Gainesville, GA

5.0
Our overall experience was very good. The facility was very clean and all the staff was great! Very friendly and helpful! I was impressed with the quality of care from all the staff. The staff always provided my dad with the care he needed and made him feel loved. The food was on point and dad ...
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Angels Garden Senior Communities in Dacula, GA

5.0
[name removed] with Angels Garden is wonderful to work with and she is very knowledgeable. My sister and I were very pleased with Angels Garden and we highly recommend this facility.

Jefferson review score based on 28 family reviews

7.2
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This proprietary review score is based on 28 reviews of 11 Jefferson assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Jefferson 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

Jefferson review score compared against nearby cities

7.2
Jefferson, GA11 facilities
8.2
Pendergrass, GA363 facilities
8.1
Arcade, GA401 facilities

Review subcategories for Jefferson 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 28 reviews of 11 Jefferson assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Jefferson 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.
Jefferson, GA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.0
4.5
Friendliness
4.6
4.6
Care services
4.0
4.2
Staff
4.3
4.5
Meals & dining
3.5
4.1
Activities
3.4
4.1
Value for cost*
4.1
4.1
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Jefferson assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Jefferson assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Jefferson, 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 Jefferson 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 Jefferson that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Jefferson, GANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
90.9%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
54.5%
33.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
100%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
45.5%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
90.9%
48.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
100%
53.8%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Jefferson 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 Jefferson Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Jefferson, GANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
90.9%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
63.6%
32.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
72.7%
41.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
27.3%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Jefferson 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 Jefferson partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Jefferson, GANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
45.5%
27%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
63.6%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
54.5%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
36.4%
35.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
36.4%
13%
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Availability of select dining options in Jefferson 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 Jefferson communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Jefferson, GANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
54.5%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
54.5%
42%
Room service
Room service
54.5%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
18.2%
17.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Jefferson 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 Jefferson offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Jefferson, GANational
Activity director
Activity director
54.5%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
63.6%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
27.3%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
90.9%
50%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
72.7%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
81.8%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
63.6%
41%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
45.5%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
54.5%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
63.6%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
72.7%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
45.5%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
9.1%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
63.6%
45.6%
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State regulations for assisted living in Jefferson

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 Jefferson protect seniors.

Learn about Georgia Assisted Living regulations

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The Phoenix at Braselton, The Overlook Senior Living and The Phoenix at Lake Lanier are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Jefferson, Georgia. See full list of communities.

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