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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Cherokee County, GA

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Memory care in Cherokee County offers 24-hour care and supervision, trained staff, and specialized activities to accommodate the needs of seniors with Alzheimer’s or dementia. These communities typically offer advanced security features and engaging activities to help ensure residents’ well-being. The cost of memory care in Cherokee County is about $5,224 per month.

To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 289 communities, read 9175 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Cumming, Marietta and Roswell.

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Yesterday, my family celebrated the beautiful life of my Aunt [Removed]. Today, we give God thanks for the wonderful team at Blue Ridge Assisted Living & Memory Care. I am thankful to have seen their...
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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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The staff at Peniston PCH provide excellent services and the organization really does care for their in-home care clients and their residents at the personal care home. The staff and management all have...
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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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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
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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.
Fellowship Senior is located in Riverdale Georgia which has the homey feel of small town living. The people are wonderful and the scenery is comforting in Riverdale. School championships remain at the top for this little town in Georgia and people still meet and greet you with a smile. The...
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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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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.
Oak Pointe Memory Center is the newest memory care community in beautiful Winder, GA. With only 14 residential suites at Oak Pointe Memory Center you are part of a family, not just a number. Our small staff-to-resident ratio creates a close-knit family experience and personalized service.
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I haven't had a chance to see the community myself, but from what I've heard from my loved one things seem to be going well. He seems very content here, he is pleased with his room and the community in...
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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.
Magnolia Estates of Winder, was constructed and opened in 1990. This facility is the second of the three facilities and is fashioned with a more somewhat contemporary styling. Magnolia Estates of Winder's long, spacious hallways and elegantly furnished interiors make Magnolia Estates of Winder...
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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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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, 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.
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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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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 memory care in Cherokee County, GA

The average cost of senior living in Cherokee County is $5,224 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Bartow County, GA with an average of $4,706 per month.

Memory care costs in Cherokee County, GA, vs. nearby counties

Cherokee County, GA
$5,224/mo

Memory care costs in Cherokee County, GA, vs. state and national averages

Cherokee County, GA
$5,224/mo
$5,259/mo
U.S. national average
$6,999/mo

Memory care costs in Cherokee County, GA, vs. other senior living options

Memory Care
$5,224/mo

Memory care costs in Cherokee County, GA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,097/mo
Studio
$6,309/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,923/mo

Senior living costs in Cherokee County vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Cherokee County, GA
Column state: Georgia
Column national: U.S.
Community typeCherokee County, GAGeorgiaU.S.
Memory Care$5,224/mo$5,259/mo$6,999/mo
Assisted Living$4,464/mo$4,661/mo$5,830/mo
Independent Living$3,574/mo$3,405/mo$3,520/mo
Memory Care
Cherokee County, GA:$5,224/mo
Georgia:$5,259/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Assisted Living
Cherokee County, GA:$4,464/mo
Georgia:$4,661/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Independent Living
Cherokee County, GA:$3,574/mo
Georgia:$3,405/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Memory care costs in Cherokee County, GA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Cherokee 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.

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Memory care cost trends in Cherokee County, GA

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Cherokee 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 average 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
Cherokee County, GA$4,899/mo$4,701/mo+4.2%
Georgia$5,059/mo$4,895/mo+3.4%
National$6,685/mo$6,446/mo+3.7%
Cherokee County, GA
2024 average cost:$4,899/mo
2023 average cost:$4,701/mo
Percent change:+4.2%
Georgia
2024 average cost:$5,059/mo
2023 average cost:$4,895/mo
Percent change:+3.4%
National
2024 average cost:$6,685/mo
2023 average cost:$6,446/mo
Percent change:+3.7%
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What families are saying about memory care in Cherokee County

Recent reviews for memory care in Cherokee County

Serenity Empire at Stone Mountain

5.0
After looking all over the place for substantial senior living for my mom, i was severely disappointed by most places in that they offered low monthly Apartment rates but the Level of care rates skyrocketed. Also they were being run by tyrants that wouldn't budge on Pricing or room type ...
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Serenity Empire at Decatur

4.5
This facility is unique. Mid 2015 it was purchased by a new owner, who is also the Director and she has improved the Home dramatically, with fresh paint, new carpet and hardwoods. It is a smaller facility that has a very residential feel. The rooms are big, the staff are friendly, caring ...
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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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Cherokee County review score based on 1,668 family reviews

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Review score289 facilities1668 reviewsWrite a review
This proprietary review score is based on 1668 reviews of 289 Cherokee County memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Cherokee County review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how memory care residents and family members rate memory care in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Cherokee County review score compared against nearby cities

8.1
Cherokee County, GA289 facilities
8.1
Pickens County, GA263 facilities
8.7
Bartow County, GA56 facilities

Review subcategories for Cherokee County memory care

When memory care residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 1,668 reviews of 289 Cherokee County memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Cherokee County resident and family memory care satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Cherokee County, GA averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.1
3.7
Friendliness
3.3
3.8
Care services
2.9
3.5
Staff
3.1
3.6
Meals & dining
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Activities
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Value for cost*
2.9
3.4
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Cherokee County memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Cherokee County memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Cherokee 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 Cherokee County memory care

Memory care communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of memory care partners in Cherokee County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Cherokee County, GANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
78.5%
63.9%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
52.6%
47.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
95.5%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
83%
70%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
50.9%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
95.8%
89.4%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
74%
59.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
79.6%
69.6%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Cherokee County memory care

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 Cherokee County Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Cherokee County, GANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
76.8%
72.2%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
61.6%
45.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
68.9%
68%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
26.3%
26.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Cherokee County memory care

Memory care communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Cherokee County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Cherokee County, GANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
27.7%
28%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
68.5%
44.8%
No sugar
No sugar
65.1%
41.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
59.2%
50.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
34.3%
22.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Cherokee County memory care

Our memory care communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Cherokee County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Cherokee County, GANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
59.9%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
70.6%
40.2%
Room service
Room service
65.4%
37.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
26%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Cherokee County memory care

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered memory care communities in Cherokee County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Cherokee County, GANational
Activity director
Activity director
72%
45.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
54.7%
33.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
46.4%
29.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
79.2%
53.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
74.4%
51.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
76.5%
59.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
68.9%
39.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
59.5%
35.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
61.2%
36.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
72%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
72%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
54.7%
32.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
27.3%
22.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
71.6%
46.3%
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State regulations for memory care in Cherokee County

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for memory care. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Georgia memory care regulations will help you understand how memory care communities in Cherokee County protect seniors.
Learn about Georgia memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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