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Nursing Homes Facilities near Gilmer County, GA

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Photo of Benton House of Sugar Hill
1313 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
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What we like the most about the community is the friendliness of the staff...improve on the consistency of the food. Yes, we would recommend Benton House to other families based on the experience.
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.
Call or drop by to see what makes Benton House of Sugar Hill the most desired in the area.Exceptional quality takes exceptional people. Our team is consistently the number one reason families choose our community.Assisted Living, Memory Care, Adult Day, Respite, Caregiver Support. Wherever you...
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Photo of The Phoenix at Lake Lanier
1010 Photos available
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My mom (and seems like everyone else) are dissatisfied with the food. That would prob be main complaint. I'm sure they have to keep things bland for specialized diets but it would be nice to maybe have a...
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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Photo of Heartis Suwanee
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Excellent staff and activities. I would recommend to others. [removed] was sold to The Overlook in [date removed]. Much improvement.
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.
Offering Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care, Heartis Suwanee provides the support you need to remain living as independently as possible, plus everything you want to continue to lead a full, active, and enjoyable life. It’s the perfect balance of 24-hour support and an engaging...
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Photo of Cedarhurst of Canton
99 Photos available
1010 Floor plans available
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The staff is wonderful. They all love [name removed]. I would most definitely recommend them to others who are searching for a place for their loved one.
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...
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Photo of Arbor Terrace of South Forsyth
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The food is very good, attendants are very cordial, premises are kept nicely. Very good activities. Only negative thing is sometimes response time is slow. Any problems are easily resolved with upper...
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.
Arbor Terrace of Johns Creek provides the highest quality of geriatric care and assisted living in the Suwanee, Georgia area, including innovative memory care designed specifically for those affected by Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias. Every resident receives unique and personalized care...
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Photo of Atria North Point
99 Photos available
2020 Floor plans available
8.9
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118 reviews
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The exercise facility and therapy are first class. The residents we met were up beat and very much engaged in the notion of "Keep it moving!" When you walk into other facilities, you are greeted by seemingly...
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.
Atria Senior Living is proud to offer exceptional independent living, assisted living and supportive living communities in Georgia. Atria North Point provides gracious senior living in the Metro Atlanta area. When searching for a retirement living community or senior apartment to call home, visit...
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Photo of Southern Oaks Assisted Living
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Very happy with the facility. My Mom loves the food and has made friends. In-house prescription service is extremely expensive. Other than that very reasonably priced.
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.
Southern Oaks Assisted Living is an assisted living community located in the great city of Chattanooga, TN. This assisted living community offers a safe home to those who are in need of daily assistance, and it provides those individuals with a home in a city that is full of entertainment...
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Photo of Brookdale Cleveland
99 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
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[names removed] are all amazing and they go out of their way to care for people and to handle situations. They do have some other employees that could use some work and they still need to work on their...
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.
All the Comforts of HomeIs there anything more frustrating than canceling on your friends because the sink is leaking or declining a social invitation because the laundry is piling up? When you decide to move into our assisted living community, you never have to worry about missing out on fun...
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Photo of The Villas at Canterfield
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Everyone was friendly and helpful. the facility is clean and lovely and the cookies ?? are yummy! I can't wait to move in. Looking forward to moving in!
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.
The Villas at Canterfield is a senior living community located in a quiet, upscale and unique neighborhood in Cumming, Georgia which is in Forsyth County. It was planned for convenience and offers a luxury home atmosphere with a world class standard of living. The community has spacious,...
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Photo of TerraBella Roswell
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Yes! They've done SOME things to update facilities, but overall, the public areas of the building, and especially the interior gardens & patios are VERY dilapidated & get NO MAINTENANCE. Not a flower to be...
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 continuing to admit new Residents, where possible and appropriate, and look forward to continuing to serve area seniors and their families. Ask about our lifetime veterans saving program and other special offers!
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Photo of Wickshire Canton
88 Photos available
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Stefanie was very thorough and helpful every step of the way. Brenda at the front desk and Alan over maintenance are both amazing and very nice. Anything that came up was immediately addressed and resolved....
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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Photo of Wickshire South Lee Buford
99 Photos available
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love the cottage and the other residents, but the food is horrible!! I did my due diligence and checked their website before signing the contract and it represented that they served balanced and nutritious...
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.
Live life to the fullest in South Lee Buford. Select your apartment or cottage and make it your own. Each apartment has abundant natural light, space and kitchenettes. Cottages feature full-kitchens with up-to-date appliances. Sit on the porch of your cottage and connect with neighbors around the...
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Photo of Historic Roswell Place
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44 Floor plans available
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It has been a good transition and we have been very happy with the care thus far. Somethings we like most about the community is their communication and clinical care and yes we would recommend Historic...
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.
Historic Roswell Place offers a beautiful assisted living and memory care community for seniors in the Roswell, GA area.With a warm and welcoming environment, our intimate setting provides a relaxing retreat filled with historic charm and southern hospitality.Our residents become friends quickly,...
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Photo of Inspired Living at Alpharetta
77 Photos available
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Several shoes have been lost. I replaced some over the holidays and they are now missing again. It's costly to have to keep replacing them. It would be nice to have email or some form of communication with...
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.
Inspired Living at Alpharetta is a vibrant and innovative community that offers assisted living and memory care options. Whether you or your loved one needs a little assistance or requires personalized memory care, you can be assured that we will provide a lifestyle that brings comfort, safety,...
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Photo of Sunrise of Johns Creek
1717 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
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They evaluated him as soon as he arrived to determine his needs. They met with my husband and myself and communicated with us consistently. They were able to meet his needs at level three which was a huge...
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.
Step into a Sunrise Senior Living community and you can't help but feel at home. At Sunrise of Johns Creek,we stop at nothing to make your experience warm and inviting, from our homelike exterior architecture to our comfortable community areas and choice of suites to our exceptional outdoor...
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Photo of Addington Place of Alpharetta
99 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
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Addington Place is now Chapters Senior Living. My sister is very happy there although she is not very thrilled with the food . She enjoys most of the activities. She has never been one to do crafts so she...
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.
Welcome to the new Welcome to the new Addington Place of Alpharetta! An elegant senior living community full of warmth, decorated with fine furnishings, stunning artwork and more often than not the scent of something delicious baking in the kitchen. A place where independence thrives but help is...
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Photo of The Phoenix at James Creek
1313 Photos available
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This is a 5 Star facility as far as I am concerned, the staff is top notch. I looked at several facilities and I believe my choice was an excellent one. There are a variety of apartments from studio to 2...
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.
The phoenix at James Creek is a NEW state of the art Assisted Living and Memory Care community opening in the Fall of 2018. We are located at the corner of James Burgess Road and Ruth Lane near 20 and the Chattahoochee River in Cumming. We are very close to Sugar Hill, Buford and Johns Creek and...
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Photo of Brickmont of John's Creek
88 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
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The facility and the people are super nice and friendly. Love that they're all inclusive. Be sure they keep their promises when you sign your contract as we had issues with the specials they offered then...
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.
Enjoy a wide variety of daily social, educational and spiritual programs, tailored to your unique interests and abilities, allowing you to connect with friends and participate in activities you've always loved or have always wanted to try. At Brickmont of John's Creek, you will Love Where You Live!
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Photo of Sunabella of Towne Lake
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Many times the food is carb-heavy, making it difficult for diabetic residents. The staff is friendly, but they are short-staffed most weekends and mornings. They need to add more variety to the food menu.
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.
Sunabella of Towne Lake offers three types of apartment homes for seniors – deluxe studios, one-bedroom apartments (includes a separate living room and private screened porch), and two-bedroom apartments – all with kitchenettes.This affordable community offers a safe and loving home-like...
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Photo of Bellevue at Woodstock
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44 Floor plans available
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I like that the memory care is limited to 12 people. The nurses are absolutely awesome and the facility is always clean. [name removed] was our Administrator going in but left due to differences with the...
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.
Enjoy An Active LifestyleWhen you walk through the doors at our assisted living and memory care community in Woodstock, Georgia, you will quickly discover a vibrant and active group of seniors who are eager to embrace this season of life with passion. Tucked within the beautiful and historic...
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Photo of The Canopy at Boynton Ridge
2020 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
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Hate that it was time for my best friend to choose a new home I know it has to be a very difficult time in life when you have to go live with strangers So you must pick a loving clean and safe one I have...
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.
The Canopy at Boynton Ridge is an Assisted Living and Memory Care community featuring the highest standards in dining, activities, and care, offering upscale amenities, Chef-inspired dining, and a myriad of activities promoting physical conditioning and mental wellness.Assisted LivingWhether you...
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Photo of Village Park of Alpharetta
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Facility fairly new and well maintained. About 250 residents when full. Independent and assisted mixed which is nice for everyone. Four added levels of care for those in assisted. They do not offer...
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.
WE ARE NOW OPEN!Welcome to Village Park - where days are for rediscovering and reconnecting, recreation is an art worth mastering and relaxation is always well deserved. We call it Next-Level Senior Living. You'll just call it home.NOW OPEN in the heart of Alpharetta. We offer bungalows,...
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Photo of Gardens of Gainesville
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The community is great. The interaction with the residents is also wonderful. My only concerns are with management. There is very little communication from management, and they are difficult to connect with....
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.
The Gardens of Gainesville is situated at the base of the North Georgia Mountains on the outskirts of downtown Gainesville and a short distance from Lake Lanier. Offering Independent Senior Living (with services available), Assisted Living and Memory Care, The Gardens of Gainesville offers true...
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Photo of Orchard Ridge Residences
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She is in a shared room. So the size is ok for what she needs. The place is always clean and I have a good report with the nurse's that take care of her. They encourage the one's that are able to take their...
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.
Personal Care means we will provide you various medical services while you live independently in our community. You will receive that much needed socialization and extra care in our premier community! Memory Care is a special service we offer for those battling memory loss conditions and...
Photo of Oaks at Dalton
1414 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
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The staff was awesome and took excellent care of my mom. Unfortunately her dementia had progressed and I was unable to afford to keep her there. I Unfortunately had to move her in December. I would recommend...
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.
Located on twenty-one acres in the heart of the North Georgia Mountains, Oaks at Dalton is conveniently located off I-75. We offer several different styles of spacious apartments with twenty-four hour care committed to excellence. We are home to many seniors who value their independence and take...
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Cost of nursing homes in Gilmer County, GA

The average cost of senior living in Gilmer County is $4,317 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Morganton, GA with an average of $3,339 per month.

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

Gilmer County, GA
$4,320/mo
$4,304/mo

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

Gilmer County, GA
$4,320/mo
$4,097/mo
U.S. national average
$4,803/mo

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

$4,325/mo
Nursing Homes
$4,320/mo

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

Senior living costs in Gilmer 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: Gilmer County, GA
Column state: Georgia
Column national: U.S.
Community typeGilmer County, GAGeorgiaU.S.
Nursing Homes$4,320/mo$4,097/mo$4,803/mo
Assisted Living$4,038/mo$3,594/mo$4,565/mo
Memory Care$4,325/mo$4,097/mo$4,803/mo
Independent Living$3,950/mo$4,251/mo$4,024/mo
Nursing Homes
Gilmer County, GA:$4,320/mo
Georgia:$4,097/mo
U.S.:$4,803/mo
Assisted Living
Gilmer County, GA:$4,038/mo
Georgia:$3,594/mo
U.S.:$4,565/mo
Memory Care
Gilmer County, GA:$4,325/mo
Georgia:$4,097/mo
U.S.:$4,803/mo
Independent Living
Gilmer County, GA:$3,950/mo
Georgia:$4,251/mo
U.S.:$4,024/mo
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Nursing homes costs in Gilmer County, GA, over time

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

Gilmer County, GAGA stateNational

Nursing homes cost trends in Gilmer County, GA

The table below shows how monthly nursing homes costs in Gilmer 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
Gilmer County, GA$4,404/mo$4,198/mo+4.9%
Georgia$4,431/mo$4,199/mo+5.5%
National$5,669/mo$5,384/mo+5.3%
Gilmer County, GA
2024 average cost:$4,404/mo
2023 average cost:$4,198/mo
Percent change:+4.9%
Georgia
2024 average cost:$4,431/mo
2023 average cost:$4,199/mo
Percent change:+5.5%
National
2024 average cost:$5,669/mo
2023 average cost:$5,384/mo
Percent change:+5.3%
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

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What families are saying about nursing homes in Gilmer County

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Gilmer 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.

The Phoenix at Roswell

5.0
My husband has been at Pacifica about a month. He has Parkinson's Dementia. This includes a major change in personality making it impossible for me to keep him at home. He can turn from a sweet helpful man to a raging angry man in a matter of seconds. Sometimes, even I don't see the transition ...
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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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Gilmer County nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Gilmer County nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Gilmer 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 Gilmer 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 Gilmer County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Gilmer County, GANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
62.8%
2.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
47.2%
10.5%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
86.4%
23.7%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
88.9%
24.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
68.8%
10.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
41.2%
0.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
86.9%
20.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
58.8%
7.4%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
64.3%
19.1%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Gilmer 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 Gilmer County Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Gilmer County, GANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
65.8%
4.2%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
46.7%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
53.8%
6.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
19.1%
1.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Gilmer 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 Gilmer County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Gilmer County, GANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
25.1%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
54.8%
1.5%
No sugar
No sugar
51.8%
1.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
42.2%
3.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Gilmer 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 Gilmer County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Gilmer County, GANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
45.2%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
57.3%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
46.7%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20.6%
0.7%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Gilmer 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 Gilmer County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Gilmer County, GANational
Activity director
Activity director
57.8%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
43.7%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
34.7%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
61.3%
7.1%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
58.3%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
64.3%
7.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
53.8%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
47.2%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
47.2%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
56.8%
0.3%
Live performances
Live performances
54.8%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
38.7%
0.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
19.6%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
57.3%
0.4%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
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