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10 Best Nursing Homes in Polk County, GA

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If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Polk 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 Polk 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 Polk County 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 Polk County.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like McPherson, Hanlin and New Georgia.
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Nursing Homes Facilities near Polk County, GA

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Photo of Big Springs Village
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Everyone was friendly & cared for my husband exceptionally. Had nurses checking on him every 30 min 24/7. Even cut up food & made sure he ate. Very satisfied with the facility. Sadly, he passed away but...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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.
At Big Springs Village, we help our residents thrive, aid them in their daily routines, and can provide rehabilitation and therapy services through our home health partners. We develop individual care plans to meet the needs of each resident, nursing staff is available 24 hours a day to provide...
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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.
The Kelly Foundation for Senior Living Inc. is a non-profit 501(c)(3) recognized corporation dedicated to providing safe, high quality, affordable housing to seniors in the northwest Georgia area. The Kelly Foundation was established in 2008 and has recently opened the Thomas Kelly Senior Living...
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They did a good job keeping the community clean. The staff was attentive to my mother and all treated her well. They were very nice to her and made her feel special. They took good care of her and helped her...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
Cedar Hill Senior Living is a privately owned personal care facility in Cedartown, Georgia. Our members have over 15 years experience in serving seniors. We are a community that offers safe and secure personalized living plans, memory care and respite care. Our goal is to provide a community with...
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The administrative personnel and staff are very responsive to the needs of the residents of the Gardens. They quickly address any concerns and provide personal attention to my dad. He is well cared for and...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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.
Whether for you or a loved one, Manor House of Rome offers a caring atmosphere, an active community, and a comfortable, secure lifestyle for our residents. At Manor House of Rome, each member of our community enjoys the opportunity to 'live life their way'. Our valued residents enjoy assistance...
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Excellent caring facility. Everyone is treated like family. I would highly recommend this facility.
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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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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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
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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.
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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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Cost of nursing homes in Polk County, GA

The average cost of senior living in Polk County is $3,844 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Tallapoosa, GA with an average of $3,461 per month.

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Polk County, GA vs. nearby counties

Polk County, GA
$3,844/mo
$3,884/mo
$4,098/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Polk County, GA vs. the state and national average

Polk County, GA
$3,844/mo
$4,084/mo
U.S. national average
$4,799/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Polk County vs. other types of senior living

$3,794/mo
Nursing Homes
$3,844/mo

Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Polk County, GA by room type

Semi-Private
$3,533/mo
Studio
$4,055/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,900/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,450/mo

Average cost of Nursing Homes in Polk County over time

Polk County, GAGA stateNational

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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 Polk County

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Polk County

The Gardens of Rome

4.5
My mom has been a resident at Oxton Place for over a year now. She is very happy, never mentions going home and is always smiling when we are there - on an almost daily basis. We visit at different times of they day, see workers providing very sweet care giving services and seeing the ED there ...
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Cedar Hill Senior Living in Cedartown, GA

4.3
When my parents first got there, the staff did a great job caring for my parents. When the new management took over there was a decline. I don't think the new staff is doing as well taking care of the residents. The food is good. They have a lot of outdoor space.

Ashbrook Village in Villa Rica, GA

5.0
5 stars for every category. The staff cares about the residents and makes sure they are well cared for. They were updating the décor when my mother passed away, and were careful to work in such a way to keep the residents safe. They had good sized sleeping rooms and bathrooms. Mom's room ...
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Polk County nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Polk County nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Polk 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 Polk 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 Polk County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Polk County, GANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
40%
2.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
20%
10%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
80%
26.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
80%
27.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
40%
10.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
10%
0.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
80%
23.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
30%
7.3%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
40%
18.6%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Polk 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 Polk County Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Polk County, GANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
40%
4.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
20%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
40%
5.9%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
20%
1.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Polk 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 Polk County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Polk County, GANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
20%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
20%
1.5%
No sugar
No sugar
10%
1.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
30%
3.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Polk 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 Polk County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Polk County, GANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
20%
0.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
10%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
20%
0.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Polk 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 Polk County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Polk County, GANational
Activity director
Activity director
20%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
20%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
20%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40%
6.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
30%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
30%
6.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
20%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
20%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
20%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
20%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
30%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
20%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
20%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

The Pearl at Dallas, Seven Hills Square and Burnt Hickory Residences are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Polk County, Georgia. See full list of communities.

There are 13 nursing homes facilities near Polk County, Georgia. See the full list.

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