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10 Best Nursing Homes in Buffington, GA
If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Buffington 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 Buffington, 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 Buffington or another care type is right for you. Browse 13 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Buffington.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Perimeter Center, Murphey Candler Park and Byrnwyck / Nancy Creek.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Mica, Jasper and Grandview.
Nursing Homes Facilities near Buffington, GA
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9.1
Review score
45 reviews
Cedarhurst is a good place for my mom, and her care has been great. When issues arise they are responsive to my comments. Meals are good, although they are not always good about alternative meals to deal...
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.
Relish in the rich history of Canton when taking up residence at Cedarhurst of Canton. Nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, our Assisted Living and Memory Care community in Canton boasts a modern mountain lodge feel with custom decor, a private lake stocked with fish and easy...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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44 Floor plans available
8.8
Review score
39 reviews
The staff at Cameron Hall are great and have genuine concern for my loved one. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would most definitely recommend this community to other families.
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.
Tucked away amongst Georgia pines and nestled next to a peaceful pond and bird sanctuary where turtles and hummingbirds abound, your stress-free oasis awaits. Here at Cameron Hall of Canton, a senior living community in Canton, GA just an hour north of Atlanta, nature beckons, friends become...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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8.6
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34 reviews
Overall it has been a good experience for her. She enjoys the staff and the activities but the food and the dining room experience has not been very good. I know they cannot do a lot of seasoning and stuff...
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.
When you’re here, you’re home.If you’re looking for the care you need when you need it all on one campus with a personal care home and Alzheimer’s and dementia care, our senior living community in Canton, Georgia, could be the right fit for you. Live well and age well with while you build new...
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9.9
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52 reviews
Very nice accommodations. Amenities are nice.It would be nice if the bottom kitchen cupboards would have pull out shelves or drawers. Very few 85 year olds are inclined to get on their hands and knees to...
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.
At Canterfield of Kennesaw, we offer a variety of community features. Residents can enjoy regular off-site adventures and excursions. Cats and dogs are allowed in private quarters. We offer free wi-fi and high speed internet. Free resident parking and guest parking available at our location. All...
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It is a good facility for the money, but they seem to be short staffed which makes it hard for everybody need to be met. No fault of the persons here, they are all great and super friendly, but they could...
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.
Provident Village at Canton has created a senior living community where residents live vibrantly in Cherokee County, Georgia. Only 40 miles north of downtown Atlanta, Canton is located in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. A charming location for friends and family to visit, Canton's Main...
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6.3
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13 reviews
Yes I'd recommend to others, they are all expensive, and it's never an easy decision, you find yourself guessing how much time you can afford and how much longer they have, and that's just a gut punch.They...
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.
We are a family owned and operated Assisted Living in Memory Care located in Hickory Flat, Georgia.
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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6.0
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11 reviews
Phoenix Assisted Living at Union Hill Road is a 5/5. So glad we made this move. My mom is much happier and living the independent life she wanted. They are prompt to fix any issues or concerns. The facility...
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.
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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Cost of nursing homes in Buffington, GA
The average cost of senior living in Buffington is $4,572 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Talking Rock, GA with an average of $4,131 per month.
Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Buffington, GA vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Buffington, GA vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Buffington
Recent reviews for nursing homes in Buffington
Sunrise of East Cobb in Marietta, GA
4.0
Transition from hospital with staff and hospice at Sunrise was not what was expected. Lack of staff for weekend and holiday. When emergency button pushed sometimes no response or over 30 minute response. Medications not administered as needed. Needs of patient could not be met in a timely ...
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Brickmont of West Cobb in Marietta, GA
4.8
We can only speak for the memory care section.
We love the 9-5 staff of Brickmont, but the staffing and care was not the same or best experience on nights and weekends.
High turnover, 50% lovely caring people, just not enough of them.
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.
Buffington nursing homes services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Buffington nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Buffington, 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 Buffington 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 Buffington that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Buffington, GANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
71.4%
2.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
71.4%
10%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
26.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
27.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
85.7%
10.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
42.9%
0.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
23.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
42.9%
7.3%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
71.4%
18.6%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Buffington 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 Buffington Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Buffington, GANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
71.4%
4.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
57.1%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
71.4%
5.9%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
Availability of select dietary accommodations in Buffington 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 Buffington partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Buffington, GANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
14.3%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
57.1%
1.5%
No sugar
No sugar
57.1%
1.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
57.1%
3.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Buffington 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 Buffington communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Buffington, GANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
42.9%
0.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
71.4%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
28.6%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
28.6%
0.7%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
Availability of select programs and activities in Buffington 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 Buffington offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Buffington, GANational
Activity director
Activity director
57.1%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
57.1%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
57.1%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
85.7%
6.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
71.4%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
85.7%
6.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
57.1%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
42.9%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
71.4%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
71.4%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
71.4%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
57.1%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
14.3%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
71.4%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Canterfield of Kennesaw, Oaks at Hampton and Inspired Living at Alpharetta are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Buffington, Georgia. See full list of communities.
There are 13 nursing homes facilities near Buffington, Georgia. See the full list.
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