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10 Best Nursing Homes in Tunnel Hill, GA

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Nursing Homes Facilities near Tunnel Hill, GA

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Photo of Dalton Square
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They are very kind. I wish they had more transportation available for small trips to restaurants. Mothers favorite activity is going out to lunch. They do take people to doctor's appts. They could improve on...
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.
Dalton Place is located in a tree filled neighborhood in Dalton, Georgia. We are less than a mile east of Johns Mountain Wildlife area with its myriad of recreational opportunities. We offer a thoughtful, warm and loving environment designed to promote independence and dignity. Our caring staff...
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44 Floor plans available
9.0
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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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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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Personal touch like only your family can provide is how residents are treated here. From the minute I walked in, I felt like I had known the residents and staff my whole life. Orchard ridge is always clean...
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...
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The staff is great, they go above and beyond expectations. They are all friendly and polite as well as going out of their way to help you and the residents
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.
Pleasant Valley Retirement Home is located in a beautiful country setting among the gently sloping hills of North Dalton.  The focus at Pleasant Valley is to provide the services, security and social interaction for seniors to have an enriched life during their golden years. Pleasant Valley...
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Nice place to go. They caree for my grandma until she passed .cannot express enough thanks. They are awesome..
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.
Shady Oaks is a senior community offers seniors the opportunity to be a part of a community with a very pretty view. Located in Dalton, GA, this community provides all seniors with the chance to live in an area rich with natural beauty. Dalton has much to see in addition to its natural beauty,...
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All 5s! The place is cozy and welcoming, as are the staff. They are so kind , caring, and thoughtful to the residents! The food is always well prepared and served in a dining room with real China,...
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: 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.
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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: Memory Care
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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
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.

Cost of nursing homes in Tunnel Hill, GA

The average cost of senior living in Tunnel Hill is $3,614 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include LaFayette, GA with an average of $3,292 per month.

Nursing homes costs in Tunnel Hill, GA, vs. nearby cities

Tunnel Hill, GA
$3,614/mo
$3,704/mo
$3,714/mo

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

Tunnel Hill, GA
$3,614/mo
$4,092/mo
U.S. national average
$4,794/mo

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

$3,674/mo
Nursing Homes
$3,614/mo

Nursing homes costs in Tunnel Hill, GA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,230/mo
Studio
$3,868/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,799/mo

Senior living costs in Tunnel Hill 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: Tunnel Hill, GA
Column state: Georgia
Column national: U.S.
Community typeTunnel Hill, GAGeorgiaU.S.
Nursing Homes$3,614/mo$4,092/mo$4,794/mo
Assisted Living$3,618/mo$3,591/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$3,674/mo$4,092/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$3,019/mo$4,247/mo$4,016/mo
Nursing Homes
Tunnel Hill, GA:$3,614/mo
Georgia:$4,092/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Assisted Living
Tunnel Hill, GA:$3,618/mo
Georgia:$3,591/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Tunnel Hill, GA:$3,674/mo
Georgia:$4,092/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Tunnel Hill, GA:$3,019/mo
Georgia:$4,247/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Nursing homes costs in Tunnel Hill, GA, over time

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

Tunnel Hill, GAGA stateNational

Nursing homes cost trends in Tunnel Hill, GA

The table below shows how monthly nursing homes costs in Tunnel Hill 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
Tunnel Hill, GA$4,494/mo$4,073/mo+10.3%
Georgia$4,392/mo$4,190/mo+4.8%
National$5,642/mo$5,383/mo+4.8%
Tunnel Hill, GA
2024 average cost:$4,494/mo
2023 average cost:$4,073/mo
Percent change:+10.3%
Georgia
2024 average cost:$4,392/mo
2023 average cost:$4,190/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
National
2024 average cost:$5,642/mo
2023 average cost:$5,383/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Tunnel Hill

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Tunnel Hill

Morning Pointe of Chattanooga at Shallowford

5.0
I absolutely love it and my Dad seems to like it. I love the staff and they have been great for my Dad. He has adjusted extremely well. He feels like this is his home. He is really happy with the food there.

Oaks at Dalton

5.0
The staff are caring and kind. The meals are good. They keep you well informed. Moving in was easy. I would highly recommend The Oaks at Dalton to others.

The Bridge at Ooltewah

5.0
I live with my mom at The Bridge at Ooltewah. mom has lived here since [date removed]. we love being part of the community there. there is never a dull moment and it is a loving and caring community. there are lots of things to do and much musical entertainment and the food is good.

Tunnel Hill nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Tunnel Hill nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Tunnel Hill, 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 Tunnel Hill 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 Tunnel Hill that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Tunnel Hill, GANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
45.5%
2.8%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
27.3%
10.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
81.8%
23.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
90.9%
24.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
54.5%
10.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
36.4%
1%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
81.8%
20.3%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
27.3%
7.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
45.5%
19.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Tunnel Hill 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 Tunnel Hill Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Tunnel Hill, GANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
45.5%
4.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
27.3%
0.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
36.4%
6.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
9.1%
1.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Tunnel Hill 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 Tunnel Hill partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Tunnel Hill, GANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
18.2%
0.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
36.4%
1.6%
No sugar
No sugar
45.5%
1.6%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
9.1%
4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
18.2%
0.1%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dining options in Tunnel Hill 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 Tunnel Hill communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Tunnel Hill, GANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
18.2%
0.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
54.5%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
27.3%
0.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
9.1%
0.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Tunnel Hill 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 Tunnel Hill offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Tunnel Hill, GANational
Activity director
Activity director
36.4%
0.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
27.3%
0.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
18.2%
0.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
63.6%
7.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
45.5%
0.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
45.5%
7.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
36.4%
0.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
27.3%
0.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
18.2%
0.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
27.3%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
36.4%
0.5%
Dances
Dances
27.3%
0.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
9.1%
0.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
27.3%
0.5%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Dalton Square, The Canopy at Boynton Ridge and Oaks at Dalton are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Tunnel Hill, Georgia. See full list of communities.
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