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10 Best Nursing Homes in Banks County, GA

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If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Banks County nursing home, our senior living advisors can help. The term “nursing home” is often used interchangeably with assisted living or other senior housing options; but a nursing home is a skilled nursing facility for individuals with serious, debilitating short- or long-term health issues. So even the best nursing homes in Banks County, GA may not be right for seniors who don’t require round-the-clock care.

We can help you determine if a skilled nursing facility in Banks County or another care type is right for you. Browse 237 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Banks County.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Bellton, Lakeshore Estates and Sunset Heights.
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zipAverageCost: $4,359

Nursing Homes Facilities near Banks County, GA

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Cost of nursing homes in Banks County, GA

The average cost of senior living in Banks County is $4,359 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Toccoa, GA with an average of $3,579 per month.

Nursing homes costs in Banks County, GA, vs. nearby counties

Banks County, GA
$4,359/mo
$4,373/mo
$3,997/mo

Nursing homes costs in Banks County, GA, vs. state and national averages

Banks County, GA
$4,359/mo
$4,095/mo
U.S. national average
$4,794/mo

Nursing homes costs in Banks County, GA, vs. other senior living options

$4,354/mo
Nursing Homes
$4,359/mo

Nursing homes costs in Banks County, GA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,076/mo
Studio
$4,757/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,049/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,895/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,304/mo

Senior living costs in Banks County vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 4 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Banks County, GA
Column state: Georgia
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBanks County, GAGeorgiaU.S.
Nursing Homes$4,359/mo$4,095/mo$4,794/mo
Assisted Living$3,754/mo$3,592/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$4,354/mo$4,095/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$6,424/mo$4,250/mo$4,017/mo
Nursing Homes
Banks County, GA:$4,359/mo
Georgia:$4,095/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Assisted Living
Banks County, GA:$3,754/mo
Georgia:$3,592/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Banks County, GA:$4,354/mo
Georgia:$4,095/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Banks County, GA:$6,424/mo
Georgia:$4,250/mo
U.S.:$4,017/mo
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Nursing homes costs in Banks County, GA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly nursing homes costs have shifted over the past five years in Banks 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.

Banks County, GAGA stateNational

Nursing homes cost trends in Banks County, GA

The table below shows how monthly nursing homes costs in Banks 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
Banks County, GA$4,510/mo$4,339/mo+4.0%
Georgia$4,401/mo$4,182/mo+5.2%
National$5,660/mo$5,375/mo+5.3%
Banks County, GA
2024 average cost:$4,510/mo
2023 average cost:$4,339/mo
Percent change:+4.0%
Georgia
2024 average cost:$4,401/mo
2023 average cost:$4,182/mo
Percent change:+5.2%
National
2024 average cost:$5,660/mo
2023 average cost:$5,375/mo
Percent change:+5.3%
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about nursing homes in Banks County

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Banks County

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.

TerraBella Sugarloaf in Suwanee, GA

4.9
Terra Bella is a great place for my parents. My mother is in memory care and my dad is in independent living. I am pleased with the community and the directors. Of course every place is not perfect but they have a staff who is loving and concerned with the care of my parents.

St. Ives Memory Care in Johns Creek, GA

5.0
My father lived at St. Ives Memory Care for 5 years. As a registered nurse of 30 years I can testify to the amazing care daddy received. The staff was attentive, activities were appropriate and fun for him. The facility is clean and well ran.

Banks County nursing homes services and amenities

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

Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Banks County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Banks County, GANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
64.8%
2.8%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
42.6%
10.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
86.4%
23.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
86.4%
24.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
68.8%
10.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
40.3%
1%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
86.4%
20.3%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
58%
7.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
63.6%
19.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Banks County nursing homes

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 Banks County Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Banks County, GANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
64.8%
4.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
44.3%
0.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
52.3%
6.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
17.6%
1.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Banks County nursing homes

Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Banks County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Banks County, GANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
25%
0.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
52.3%
1.6%
No sugar
No sugar
49.4%
1.6%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
43.2%
4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
18.2%
0.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Banks County nursing homes

Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Banks County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Banks County, GANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
42.6%
0.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
52.3%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
46.6%
0.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
19.9%
0.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Banks County nursing homes

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Banks County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Banks County, GANational
Activity director
Activity director
55.1%
0.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
42.6%
0.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
36.4%
0.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
62.5%
7.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
58.5%
0.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
57.4%
7.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
52.8%
0.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
43.2%
0.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
43.2%
0.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
55.7%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
56.3%
0.5%
Dances
Dances
36.9%
0.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
17%
0.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
55.7%
0.5%
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Brookside Commerce, The Veranda at Carnesville and The Phoenix at Milton are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Banks County, Georgia. See full list of communities.
There are 237 nursing homes facilities near Banks County, Georgia. See the full list.
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