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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Elder, GA

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Memory care in Elder 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 Elder is about $5,220 per month.

To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 100 communities, read 2349 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Athens, Monroe and Buckhead.

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My mom has been in Dogwood since [date removed]. Her bed sheets haven't been changed in 2 weeks. Her clothing ,which includes bed pads( which are wet) have been washed once. This isn't except able due to tge...
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.
Dogwood Forest of Grayson is considered one of the top assisted living communities in Gwinnett County! Our community includes top amenities for residents, including a wellness center, bistros, full-service dining, salon, tavern and movie theatre. Our exterior spaces include healthful outdoor...
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Best: lots of windows: natural light + sky, clouds,trees,seasons, weather. Excellent choice of colors, cheerful and bright. Huge photos of local sights on the walls. Great room opens on a pretty garden 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.
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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Easy process, staff answered all questions and provided us a good feel of facility, daily routine, and care expectations. I would recommend Prema at Ashton Hills to others.
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.
Prema at Ashton Hills is just minutes away from Piedmont Newton Hospital, shopping, dining, churches, and entertainment, such as the Ashton Hills Golf Club. The stylish craftsman style property features 58 assisted living apartments and 32 memory care apartments. Each aspect of the community has...
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Whispering pines is my favorite senior living place for the past three years. Staff are great here. Love the food. Favorite part of the day is absolutely activities with [name removed]. If you like 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.
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Wonderful and caring staff - always friendly and willing to assist with anything. My mom is cared for and loved. If you are looking for a place then look no farther because they truly are the best at making...
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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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,...
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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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This home has been renavated and it looks beautiful. The staff is wonderful my mother loves it here. They do many activities and their food is amazing. They do an amazing job taking care of my mother. I know...
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 owners and staff of Madison House Assisted Living realize that we serve both our residents and their loved ones. Our residents are provided with the services and support that they need with dignity, respect, care, sensitivity and joy.
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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...
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My parents are being well cared for. We as a family are satisfied that we made the right choice for them. There have been minor issues, but the staff has been quick to correct the problem. We would recommend...
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 Overlook Senior Living in Monroe, Georgia is the third community in North Georgia that we have had the pleasure of welcoming seniors to call home. We pride ourselves on providing our residents a comfortable, caring home, a sense of community and the endless love and support they deserve. Our...
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no activities. no entertainment. no crafts. no bingo. no games. no exercise. no community involvement. no one plays the piano, no singing. nothing going on. residents sleep, eat and read old newspaper. ...
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 Hampton House is nestled in the curve of a quiet, small town street in Colbert GA. This historic home, which was built in the early 1900's, received a total renovation in 2008 keeping true to it's original stunning state created by the Hampton Family. The Hampton House opened its doors in...
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[name removed] was phenomenal. The nurses who were here and everyone was so sweet to my sister and were always checking on her, the quality of the care seemed to be great. The only issue we had was getting...
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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The quality for the price is unbeatable! We’re so glad we found this hidden gem in little Maysville! Definitely worth the drive for us from Mill Creek! The staff knows exactly how to redirect my mother's...
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 Pines of Maysville is located on a spacious 8.7 acre environment in scenic North Georgia. The Pines of Maysville provides a healthy lifestyle with peace of mind knowing your loved one is well taken care of in a comfortable and secure, home-like environment.
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The experience with Magnolia Estates has been great so far, the staff members are really friendly - they have been such a huge help with our loved ones care which we really appreciate. Based on our...
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.
Magnolia Estates had its beginning in Elberton in 1984. Betty Rampey, President of Magnolia Estates, Inc., started the corporation at its present location. This turn of the century antebellum home was built in the mid 1890's and was originally the W.O. Jones estate. It is charcterized by its...
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We moved our Mother into Washington Manor the week after Thanksgiving 2014. We could not be more pleased! The staff is friendly, helpful, and courteous. They check on her very often. The schedule...
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 Manor Senior Living is a boutique personal care home located on a beautiful, serene 5-acre campus in Washington, Georgia. Our peaceful setting creates a calm, welcoming environment where residents feel safe, comfortable, and truly at home.We offer all private suites with private...
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It's a nice facility and my mom likes it there. They ramping up the activities again and that makes my mother happy. The apt is good-sized, and my mom doest always care for the food. But they will fix...
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.
Manchester Court is an Assisted Living & Memory Care community located in Conyers, GA. Located close to downtown Conyers, residents and family members can take advantage of our historical district during festivals and visiting restaurants and shopping. At Manchester Court, our focus is on...
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My loved one is safe, cared for, and I've not had one moment of concern for her well being while there. The facility is beautiful and well maintained. The activities available are positive and welcoming. She...
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.
Arbor Terrace Hamilton Mill provides the highest quality of geriatric care and assisted living in the Dacula, 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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The facility is small which provides more of a family atmosphere. My mom was treated well by the staff and several of them came up to me after she passed and said that they loved taking care of her.
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.
"Hamilton Place is a Personal and Alzheimer’s care community that offers an innovative and exciting approach to carefree living during your retirement years. We offer the comforts of home, along with services and amenities that are designed expressly to meet the needs and interests of our...
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We have not seen the meals ourselves just due to certain restrictions but our loved one has yet to really complain so we assume they are pretty good. We have heard they do more activities in the spring and...
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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My Mom had Alzheimer’s/Lewy Body Demetia/Demetia. We never knew for sure which. She got too much for my Dad to handle at home by himself. We picked Savannah Court, Milledgville. She started off in...
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.
Savannah Court of Milledgeville offers assisted living services in a comfortable and elegant atmosphere in central Georgia. You'll fall in love with our beautiful courtyards and spacious porches — true 'meeting places' for residents. Milledgeville is situated along the Oconee River just before...
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My spouse had Alzheimer's so he's not able to give an opinion. He has now been a resident for one month whereas I am still evaluating the facility. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would...
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.
Brookside Stone Mountain is an assisted living and memory care community in Stone Mountain Georgia. Stone Mountain is a thriving city with a rich history featuring a famous giant carving honoring Confederate military leaders, a state park and museum as well as a local theater. Stone Mountain also...
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The Eben had good management and a caring staff, but sometimes need attention that all expectations are being met. The advantage at Eben is that we are there and have daily interaction with the staff and...
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.
Eben Silver Town is a premier senior living community in Suwanee, Georgia, just 30 miles from Atlanta. Located in a private gated setting, we offer independent living and personal care services in a safe, welcoming environment.Our community provides comfort, security, and a home-like atmosphere,...
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Memory care is all about care. Peachtree excels at care. Some facilities offer great facilities but their care can be more compliance based where caregivers and management seem to only do what is required to...
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.
For the best memory care for your loved one with Alzheimer's or dementia in the Suwanee, Georgia, area, consider Peachtree Villa at Suwanee assisted living community. We focus exclusively on memory care, providing care that's based on the most up-to-date research, for our residents with...
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This facility is well kept and organized .for those who need it help is there 24/7. Room sizes, amenities, activities, and dining options are OK.
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.
Prema at Suwanee Creek is a thoughtfully designed craftsman-style community offering 58 assisted living apartments and 32 memory care suites. Welcoming residents of all backgrounds, races, and traditions, we embrace diversity as a core value and strive to create an environment where everyone...
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I love that my mom adores the staff, that they are always so cheerful and loving. I do dislike that there does seem to be a high staff turnover rate. So we end up with staff that we absolutely adore and 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.

Cost of memory care in Elder, GA

The average cost of senior living in Elder is $5,220 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Madison, GA with an average of $4,442 per month.

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

Elder, GA
$5,220/mo
$5,259/mo
U.S. national average
$6,999/mo

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

Memory Care
$5,220/mo

Memory care costs in Elder, GA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,330/mo
Studio
$5,900/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,951/mo

Senior living costs in Elder 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: Elder, GA
Column state: Georgia
Column national: U.S.
Community typeElder, GAGeorgiaU.S.
Memory Care$5,220/mo$5,259/mo$6,999/mo
Assisted Living$4,318/mo$4,661/mo$5,830/mo
Independent Living$3,225/mo$3,405/mo$3,520/mo
Memory Care
Elder, GA:$5,220/mo
Georgia:$5,259/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Assisted Living
Elder, GA:$4,318/mo
Georgia:$4,661/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Independent Living
Elder, GA:$3,225/mo
Georgia:$3,405/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Memory care costs in Elder, GA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Elder 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 Elder, GA

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Elder 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
Elder, GA$5,018/mo$5,195/mo-3.4%
Georgia$4,963/mo$4,796/mo+3.5%
National$6,514/mo$6,136/mo+6.2%
Elder, GA
2024 average cost:$5,018/mo
2023 average cost:$5,195/mo
Percent change:-3.4%
Georgia
2024 average cost:$4,963/mo
2023 average cost:$4,796/mo
Percent change:+3.5%
National
2024 average cost:$6,514/mo
2023 average cost:$6,136/mo
Percent change:+6.2%
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

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 memory care in Elder

Recent reviews for memory care in Elder

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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Brookdale Hartwell

4.5
I am hoping my mom will adjust to the new environment in the community. They have activities and gathering rooms for them to watch T.V. and socialize with one another. She shares a room with another woman and she likes her. My mom gets to eat very good meals daily. The staff are very nice to her ...
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Benton House of Grayson

5.0
I can't say enough about the Benton House! My husband has been home for about a week now he is doing so much better. So much healthier and able to walk with his walker. The people there were absolutely wonderful. The staff took such a special interest in my husband's needs. They would make him ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Dedicated and attentive caregivers. Many reviews mention the compassionate and engaged caregivers at various communities, such as The Phoenix at James Creek and Cedarhurst of Oakwood, who go above and beyond to ensure residents are well taken care of. Families appreciate the personalized attention given to their loved ones.
Varied activities to suit different interests. Reviews for Parkside Senior Living and Memory Care at Snellville, Prema at Ashton Hills, and Avery Village highlight the wide range of activities offered, which cater to diverse interests and abilities. Residents enjoy engaging in games, movies, arts and crafts, and more.
Thoughtful communication between staff and families. Families praise the open and clear communication between staff and loved ones at Prema at Ashton Hills, King's Reserve Suwanee, and Cedarhurst of Oakwood. Staff regularly update families on residents' progress and involve them in care decisions.
Individually tailored care plans. Reviews from Parkside Senior Living and Memory Care at Snellville, The Sheridan at Eastside, and Arbor Terrace Hamilton Mill reveal that staff create personalized care plans for residents to address their unique needs and preferences. Families appreciate the customized approach.
Welcoming and clean living spaces. Numerous reviews, such as those for Magnolia Senior Living at Loganville and Magnolia Senior Living at Sugar Hill, emphasize the cleanliness and homely atmosphere of the communities. Residents feel comfortable and at ease in their surroundings.
Access to nutritious and delicious meals. Community members at Orchard at Athens, Parkside Assisted Living and Memory Care at Conyers, and The Retreat at Conyers all commend the quality of the food and the accommodations made for dietary restrictions. Mealtimes are a highlight for many residents.
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Elder review score based on 404 family reviews

8.2
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This proprietary review score is based on 404 reviews of 100 Elder memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Elder 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

Elder review score compared against nearby cities

8.2
Elder, GA100 facilities
7.8
Athens, GA19 facilities
7.7
Madison, GA16 facilities

Review subcategories for Elder 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 404 reviews of 100 Elder memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Elder 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.
Elder, GA averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.2
3.7
Friendliness
3.4
3.8
Care services
3.1
3.5
Staff
3.2
3.7
Meals & dining
3.0
3.4
Activities
3.0
3.3
Value for cost*
3.1
3.4
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Elder memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Elder memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Elder, 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 Elder 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 Elder that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Elder, GANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
82%
63.8%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
46%
47.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
98%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
86%
69.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
53%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
99%
89.4%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
71%
59.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
81%
69.5%
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 Elder 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 Elder Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Elder, GANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
81%
72.2%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
51%
45.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
66%
68%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
21%
26.2%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Elder 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 Elder partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Elder, GANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
27%
28%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
60%
44.8%
No sugar
No sugar
56%
41.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
56%
50.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
30%
22.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Elder 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 Elder communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Elder, GANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
47%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
60%
40.1%
Room service
Room service
55%
37.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
23%
23%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Elder 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 Elder offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Elder, GANational
Activity director
Activity director
67%
45.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
46%
33.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
39%
29%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
76%
53.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
70%
51.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
72%
59.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
64%
39.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
48%
35.8%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
51%
36.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
67%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
69%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
45%
32.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
22%
22.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
64%
46.3%
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State regulations for memory care in Elder

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 Elder protect seniors.
Learn about Georgia memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

The Joy Senior Living of Loganville, The Addison of Gwinnet Park and Great Oaks Senior Living are the top-rated memory care facilities near Elder, Georgia. See full list of communities.
There are 100 memory care facilities near Elder, Georgia. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Elder, Georgia are The Joy Senior Living of Loganville, Sunrise of Five Forks and Cedarhurst of Oakwood. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 100 memory care facilities near you in Elder, Georgia typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Elder, 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 Elder, 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 Elder, Georgia ranges from $2000 to $7350. The average Memory Care cost in Elder, Georgia is $5,220. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Elder, Georgia typically starts at $2000. 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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