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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.
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.
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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.
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.
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I think that they are doing the best with what they have – though short-staffed, the staff on hand are friendly, informative and helpful The manager has been helpful when there's been a financial issue....
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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.
Highlands Senior Living is a gated personal care home facility done with casual elegance. All our services are tailored to our residents needs with attention to detail. Residents have direct input into planning of meals and activities. Many special amenities are provided, i.e., selective menus,...
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Cost of assisted living in Walker County, GA

The average cost of senior living in Walker County is $3,772 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include LaFayette, GA with an average of $3,310 per month.

Assisted living costs in Walker County, GA, vs. nearby counties

Walker County, GA
$3,772/mo
$3,310/mo

Assisted living costs in Walker County, GA, vs. state and national averages

Walker County, GA
$3,772/mo
$3,591/mo
U.S. national average
$4,558/mo

Assisted living costs in Walker County, GA, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$3,772/mo
$3,821/mo

Assisted living costs in Walker County, GA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,181/mo
Private
$3,000/mo
Studio
$4,186/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,923/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,866/mo

Senior living costs in Walker County 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: Walker County, GA
Column state: Georgia
Column national: U.S.
Community typeWalker County, GAGeorgiaU.S.
Assisted Living$3,772/mo$3,591/mo$4,558/mo
Memory Care$3,821/mo$4,092/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$3,435/mo$4,247/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Walker County, GA:$3,772/mo
Georgia:$3,591/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Memory Care
Walker County, GA:$3,821/mo
Georgia:$4,092/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Walker County, GA:$3,435/mo
Georgia:$4,247/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Assisted living costs in Walker County, GA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Walker County 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.

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Assisted living cost trends in Walker County, GA

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Walker County 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
Walker County, GA$4,129/mo$4,240/mo-2.6%
Georgia$4,320/mo$4,115/mo+5.0%
National$5,375/mo$5,129/mo+4.8%
Walker County, GA
2024 average cost:$4,129/mo
2023 average cost:$4,240/mo
Percent change:-2.6%
Georgia
2024 average cost:$4,320/mo
2023 average cost:$4,115/mo
Percent change:+5.0%
National
2024 average cost:$5,375/mo
2023 average cost:$5,129/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Walker County, 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 Walker County.

What families are saying about assisted living in Walker County

Recent reviews for assisted living in Walker County

Highlands Senior Living Cartersville

5.0
The staff is really great!! Most of them have cared for a family member with dementia so they are compassionate for what they do. Very knowledgeable and able to help navigate the resident and family members. Great facility!Love the staff! I spoke to residents and family and all say staff 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.

Rosewood Manor in Scottsboro, AL

5.0
They have an activity room with puzzles and things like that but then they also had entertainment come in as well it seemed like every day. For the price it is a very nice facility. Everyone knows each other and watches out for each other. Any residents who wanted to help with cooking or ...
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Walker County review score based on 272 family reviews

7.9
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This proprietary review score is based on 272 reviews of 80 Walker County assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Walker County 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

Walker County review score compared against nearby cities

7.9
Walker County, GA80 facilities
8.1
LaFayette, GA16 facilities
7.4
Chickamauga, GA8 facilities

Review subcategories for Walker County 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 272 reviews of 80 Walker County assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Walker County 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.
Walker County, GA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.0
4.0
Friendliness
4.2
4.1
Care services
3.8
3.8
Staff
4.0
4.0
Meals & dining
3.7
3.6
Activities
3.7
3.7
Value for cost*
3.7
3.7
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Walker County assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Walker County assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Walker County, 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 Walker County 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 Walker County 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
50%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
36.3%
34.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
98.8%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
58.8%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
30%
30.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
98.8%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
52.5%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
62.5%
54.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Walker County 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 Walker County Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Walker County, GANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
53.8%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
30%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
40%
42.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
17.5%
14%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Walker County 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 Walker County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Walker County, GANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
32.5%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
42.5%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
36.3%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
32.5%
36%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
8.8%
13.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Walker County 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 Walker County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Walker County, GANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
20%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
45%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
28.7%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
11.3%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Walker County 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 Walker County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Walker County, GANational
Activity director
Activity director
43.8%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
27.5%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
47.5%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
48.8%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
60%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
42.5%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
28.7%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
32.5%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
45%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
45%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
27.5%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
12.5%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
43.8%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Walker County

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 Walker County protect seniors.
Learn about Georgia assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

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The Canopy at Boynton Ridge, The Gardens of Rome and The Fountains of Calhoun are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Walker County, Georgia. See full list of communities.
There are 98 assisted living facilities near Walker County, Georgia. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Walker County, Georgia are The Gardens of Rome, StoryPoint Chattanooga and Brookdale Mount Vernon Drive. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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