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10 Best Nursing Homes in Doctortown, GA

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Nursing Homes Facilities near Doctortown, GA

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Provides: Home Care, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
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.
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Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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.
At SunBridge Care and Rehabilitation for the Golden Isles, we are dedicated to delivering quality individual service to every person entrusted to our care. Our state-of-the-art facility provides skilled nursing and rehabilitation therapy to adults of all ages who need short- or long-term care. To...
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
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.
Surrounded by palm trees and blanketed in luscious green grass, Tebeau House in Waycross Georgia is senior living at its finest. Less than twenty seniors live together in a community of sharing; they live in spacious surroundings with wheelchair accessible showers and full tubs in every bathroom....
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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.
Photo of Spanish Oaks Retreat
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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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.
Buckingham South Buckingham South is a senior living community located in Savannah, Georgia. Our residents and their guests get to enjoy the elegant beauty of Savannah, and we incorporate all of that beauty into the layout of our community. Buckingham South is a quaint place to live that offers...
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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.
A little assistance can help maximize your life.The Oaks Health Center, located on the campus of The Marshes, provides assisted living services administered by trained, caring professionals to those who need a little extra help with daily tasks. All our assisted living residences in Savannah are...
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Cost of nursing homes in Doctortown, GA

The average cost of senior living in Doctortown is $3,883 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Daisy, GA with an average of $2,655 per month.

Nursing homes costs in Doctortown, GA, vs. nearby cities

Doctortown, GA
$3,883/mo
$3,853/mo
$3,922/mo

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

Doctortown, GA
$3,883/mo
$4,092/mo
U.S. national average
$4,794/mo

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

$3,894/mo
Nursing Homes
$3,883/mo

Nursing homes costs in Doctortown, GA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,939/mo
Studio
$4,272/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,272/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,670/mo

Senior living costs in Doctortown 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: Doctortown, GA
Column state: Georgia
Column national: U.S.
Community typeDoctortown, GAGeorgiaU.S.
Nursing Homes$3,883/mo$4,092/mo$4,794/mo
Assisted Living$3,604/mo$3,591/mo$4,558/mo
Memory Care$3,894/mo$4,092/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$3,789/mo$4,247/mo$4,016/mo
Nursing Homes
Doctortown, GA:$3,883/mo
Georgia:$4,092/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Assisted Living
Doctortown, GA:$3,604/mo
Georgia:$3,591/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Memory Care
Doctortown, GA:$3,894/mo
Georgia:$4,092/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Doctortown, GA:$3,789/mo
Georgia:$4,247/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Nursing homes costs in Doctortown, GA, over time

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

Doctortown, GAGA stateNational

Nursing homes cost trends in Doctortown, GA

The table below shows how monthly nursing homes costs in Doctortown 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
Doctortown, GA$4,013/mo$3,929/mo+2.1%
Georgia$4,405/mo$4,190/mo+5.1%
National$5,667/mo$5,383/mo+5.3%
Doctortown, GA
2024 average cost:$4,013/mo
2023 average cost:$3,929/mo
Percent change:+2.1%
Georgia
2024 average cost:$4,405/mo
2023 average cost:$4,190/mo
Percent change:+5.1%
National
2024 average cost:$5,667/mo
2023 average cost:$5,383/mo
Percent change:+5.3%
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Doctortown

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Doctortown

Manor House of Savannah

4.0
I have no complaints so far about this community. My mom really enjoys being here. In fact, she is doing so well she no longer needs to be in hospice care. The staff is wonderful so nice and caring they treat mom well. She is liking the food. The inside and out are clean. In some spots ...
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The Suites at Station Exchange in Richmond Hill, GA

5.0
I believe that my Dad is in the best place possible. The staff is very caring and helpful. The place is always very clean and well taken care of. I would highly recommend it.

Marshes of Skidaway Island in Savannah, GA

4.3
This has been a great place for my mother to live during her retirement as she has aged and her health needs have increased.The Marshes have been fantastic in stepping up to help her maintain her independence. The presence of the Oaks and physical therapy services for post hospital rehab is a ...
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Doctortown nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Doctortown nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Doctortown, 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 Doctortown 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 Doctortown that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Doctortown, GANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
44.1%
2.8%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
23.5%
10.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
82.4%
23.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
82.4%
24.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
58.8%
10.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
26.5%
1%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
82.4%
20.3%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
41.2%
7.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
50%
19.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Doctortown 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 Doctortown Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Doctortown, GANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
41.2%
4.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
35.3%
0.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
38.2%
6.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
11.8%
1.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Doctortown 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 Doctortown partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Doctortown, GANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
20.6%
0.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
41.2%
1.6%
No sugar
No sugar
38.2%
1.6%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
26.5%
4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
8.8%
0.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Doctortown 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 Doctortown communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Doctortown, GANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
29.4%
0.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
35.3%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
35.3%
0.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.7%
0.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Doctortown 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 Doctortown offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Doctortown, GANational
Activity director
Activity director
38.2%
0.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
35.3%
0.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
23.5%
0.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
52.9%
7.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
47.1%
0.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
52.9%
7.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
47.1%
0.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
38.2%
0.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
32.4%
0.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
44.1%
0.5%
Dances
Dances
32.4%
0.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20.6%
0.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
47.1%
0.5%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Magnolia Manor on the Coast, Savannah Square and The Social at Savannah are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Doctortown, Georgia. See full list of communities.
There are 60 nursing homes facilities near Doctortown, Georgia. See the full list.
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