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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Clarke County, GA

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Memory care in Clarke 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 Clarke County is about $4,333 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 13 communities, read 198 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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Clarke County Memory Care Facilities | 198 Reviews

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Photo of Arbor Terrace Athens
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Long story short, they were awesome! My Dad was supported through his passing. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would absolutely recommend this community to other families, thanks again!
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 Athens is the premier assisted living community in the greater Athens, Georgia, area, providing the highest quality of geriatric care and assisted living, including innovative memory care designed specifically to support residents affected by Alzheimer's disease and other...
Photo of Haven Memory Care of Athens
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[name removed]and her staff made the experience of placing my dad extremely comfortable and worry less. Everyone is so friendly and attentive. He was very much taken care of. The establishment is...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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 purchased this building in August of 2022 and have been working tirelessly to become North East Georgia's only exclusive memory care community. By mid June we will have completed a 100% renovation to the entire building, thanks to a freezing Christmas eve in 2022. We pride ourselves on having...
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Photo of The Landing of Bogart
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44 Floor plans available
8.6
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My father had a stroke recently, and the transition from independent living to assisted living has been very difficult for him. The staff at The Landing has been very supportive to both my father and my...
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.
Introducing a brand new community to the Oconee County/Athens Georgia area. Locally owned and operated, The Landing Senior Living is a 48 room community. We proudly offer 16 memory care studios and 32 assisted living suites. The Landing Senior Living also offers resort style amenities to include:...
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Photo of Orchard at Athens
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My loved one passed away [date removed], so our experience has concluded. We chose Orchard at Athens initially because of the cleanliness of the facility as well as the location of the facility. It is very...
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.
Orchard Senior Living is proud to present Athens' premier Assisted Living & Memory Care Community - Orchard at Athens. Get ready to see Assisted Living and Memory Care like you have never seen before.Located just minutes from St. Mary’s and Piedmont Hospital on Atlanta Hwy, Orchard at Athens...
Photo of Oaks at Cedar Shoals
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If your family member is still able to get around and can perform daily tasks with some assistance, the Oaks at Cedar Shoals is a great option. It is well run and the staff are very loving and caring towards...
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.
Located on the East side of Athens, across from Cedar Shoals High School, The Oaks at Cedar Shoals is an assisted living community close to St. Mary's Hospital.
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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.
Talmage Terrace... not just a home, it's a lifestyle. Talmage Terrace is a unique retirement community offering several living choices. For over 30 years, Talmage Terrace has provided a vibrant, safe community. Home to the University of Georgia, Athens provides a stimulating environment ripe with...
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Our family was very pleased with Avery Village. It was an agonizing decision for us to place our mother in a memory care facility. Our first meeting with the director put us at ease. She came in and made...
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.
Avery Village, our Winterville senior living community, has recently received a beautiful renovation! We continue to provide thoughtful, compassionate care in a warm, lively community. We develop individual care plans to meet the needs of each resident. Nursing staff is available 24 hours a day...
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We're very pleased with how things have turned out at Highland Hills! It's a very nice place, I'd give them high marks across the board! The staff is caring and professional, and I really appreciate how...
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.
St. Mary’s Highland Hills Village, located on 55 beautiful acres in Oconee County, is a dynamic community designed for seniors who want a lifestyle with independent services and health care choices all in one convenient location. With Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care,...
Photo of Legacy Village of Athens
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It has been a good experience at St. Gabriel Athens. My room is spacious and has extra storage built in. They repainted it a lovely color for me. I just really like it. The only problem has been the food....
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.
To most people it means seniors occupying their time in a nice building and cared for by professionals. Now imagine seniors living CONNECTED, ACTIVE, and PURPOSEFUL lives. Imagine them using tablets and social media to connect with family and friends, or enjoying a variety of experiences led by...
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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.
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My dad has been at Magnolia Estates for 4 years and I have nothing but great things to say about this assisted living home. The staff not only takes excellent care of the residents, but they are friendly and...
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.
Magnolia Estates of Oconee, the newest of the three facilities, opened its doors on December 4, 1997. Located on a 19 acre tract, Magnolia Estates of Oconee is nestled among massive 100 year old Southern White Oaks that give it that "old southern plantation" look and feel. Magnolia Estates of...

Cost of memory care in Clarke County, GA

The average cost of senior living in Clarke County is $4,333 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Colbert, GA with an average of $4,185 per month.

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Clarke County, GA vs. nearby counties

Clarke County, GA
$4,333/mo
$4,333/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Clarke County, GA vs. the state and national average

Clarke County, GA
$4,333/mo
$4,121/mo
U.S. national average
$4,987/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Clarke County vs. other types of senior living

Memory Care
$4,333/mo

Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Clarke County, GA by room type

Semi-Private
$4,200/mo
Studio
$4,912/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,695/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,600/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in Clarke County over time

Clarke County, GAGA stateNational

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What families are saying about memory care in Clarke County

Recent reviews for memory care in Clarke County

The Overlook Senior Living in Monroe, GA

4.9
I was a little disappointed in the rent increase after one year. It was about 16.5%. The quality of care, friendliness, and cleaniness is amazing. The activities could use some improvement.

Magnolia Estates of Oconee in Bogart, GA

5.0
When my husband and I moved to the Athens area, we needed a retirement living facility for my dad. Magnolia Estates was recommended to us by friends whose mother had previously been a resident. We visited and were very impressed with the facility and the staff. We chose Magnolia Estates and ...
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Manor Lake Athens

4.5
The location and the newness of the facility really stood out to us, and the deciding factor for our family was just everything they have to offer and provide for the resident's. Our loved one really seems to be enjoying all the meals and the dining staff and so far the activities have been ...
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Clarke County review score based on 33 family reviews

8.1
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This proprietary review score is based on 33 reviews of 11 Clarke County memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Clarke 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

Clarke County review score compared against nearby cities

8.1
Clarke County, GA11 facilities
8.1
Athens, GA13 facilities
7.9
Winterville, GA7 facilities

Review subcategories for Clarke 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 33 reviews of 11 Clarke County memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Clarke 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.
Clarke County, GA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.5
4.4
Friendliness
4.4
4.5
Care services
4.2
4.2
Staff
4.2
4.4
Meals & dining
3.8
4.0
Activities
4.1
4.0
Value for cost*
3.9
4.0
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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Clarke County memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Clarke County memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Clarke 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 Clarke 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 Clarke County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Clarke County, GANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
81.8%
65.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
36.4%
48.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.4%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
90.9%
71.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
45.5%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
81.8%
61.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
81.8%
72.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Clarke 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 Clarke County Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Clarke County, GANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
72.7%
74.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
63.6%
46%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
54.5%
70.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
18.2%
26.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Clarke 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 Clarke County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Clarke County, GANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
36.4%
27.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
63.6%
44.4%
No sugar
No sugar
45.5%
41.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
81.8%
50.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
18.2%
17.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Clarke 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 Clarke County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Clarke County, GANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
63.6%
31.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
54.5%
39.8%
Room service
Room service
63.6%
36.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
9.1%
22.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Clarke 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 Clarke County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Clarke County, GANational
Activity director
Activity director
72.7%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
63.6%
33.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
36.4%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
81.8%
54.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
81.8%
51.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
72.7%
60.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
81.8%
39.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
45.5%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
63.6%
36.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
72.7%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
72.7%
47.6%
Dances
Dances
36.4%
31.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
36.4%
21.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
72.7%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

The Overlook Senior Living, Arbor Terrace Athens and Great Oaks Senior Living are the top-rated memory care facilities near Clarke County, Georgia. See full list of communities.

There are 13 memory care facilities near Clarke County, Georgia. See the full list.

The 13 memory care facilities near you in Clarke County, Georgia typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Clarke County, Georgia, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.

Browse A Place for Mom’s listings for memory care in Clarke County, Georgia, to take a virtual tour. Our local senior living experts can arrange for a live tour of these communities as well.

The cost of memory care facilities in Clarke County, Georgia ranges from $849 to $9720. The average Memory Care cost in Clarke County, Georgia is $4,333. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Clarke County, Georgia typically starts at $849. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.

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