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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Melson, GA

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Memory care in Melson 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 Melson is about $4,853 per month.

To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 85 communities, read 1934 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Rome, Rockmart and Centre.

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Last Updated: 9/19/26
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Photo of Oak Landing
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.
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.
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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.
Photo of The Stewart House
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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The staff always have a smile they keep you informed of all is going on friendly, and even send pictures to your phone., which I always enjoy.
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.
Located in the lovely historic town of Kennesaw, Georgia, DayBreak Village exists as the perfect senior living facility for your loved ones. As a family owned establishment, we are dedicated to providing a warm, homelike environment for all our residents. For more than 20 years now, we have been...
Photo of Woodhaven Personal Care
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
At Woodhaven Personal Care our assisted living community is a lively place in which families and our residents easily make friends. Located out in the country in picturesque Trenton, GA our senior residents have plenty to do outside and inside our home. They can choose to participate in our...
Photo of Southern Estates Assisted Livng
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.
Photo of The Gardens At Royal Oaks
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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
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.
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.
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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Cost of memory care in Melson, GA

The average cost of senior living in Melson is $4,853 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Cartersville, GA with an average of $4,706 per month.

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

Melson, GA
$4,853/mo
$5,259/mo
U.S. national average
$6,999/mo

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

Memory Care
$4,853/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,268/mo
Studio
$5,513/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,195/mo

Senior living costs in Melson 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: Melson, GA
Column state: Georgia
Column national: U.S.
Community typeMelson, GAGeorgiaU.S.
Memory Care$4,853/mo$5,259/mo$6,999/mo
Assisted Living$4,741/mo$4,661/mo$5,830/mo
Independent Living$3,528/mo$3,405/mo$3,520/mo
Memory Care
Melson, GA:$4,853/mo
Georgia:$5,259/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Assisted Living
Melson, GA:$4,741/mo
Georgia:$4,661/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Independent Living
Melson, GA:$3,528/mo
Georgia:$3,405/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Memory care costs in Melson, GA, over time

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

Melson, GAGA stateNational

Memory care cost trends in Melson, GA

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Melson 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
Melson, GA$4,827/mo$4,979/mo-3.1%
Georgia$4,384/mo$4,189/mo+4.7%
National$5,808/mo$5,584/mo+4.0%
Melson, GA
2024 average cost:$4,827/mo
2023 average cost:$4,979/mo
Percent change:-3.1%
Georgia
2024 average cost:$4,384/mo
2023 average cost:$4,189/mo
Percent change:+4.7%
National
2024 average cost:$5,808/mo
2023 average cost:$5,584/mo
Percent change:+4.0%
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What families are saying about memory care in Melson

Recent reviews for memory care in Melson

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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The Retreat 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.

Serenity Place Assisted Living in Fort Payne, AL

5.0
This community is absolutely outstanding, they are newly remodeled and have lots of great amenities and features throughout the entire building. My father is loving the view from his bedroom, he has lots of beautiful scenery to look at and loves to watch the deer play in the morning. They have a ...
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Melson review score based on 465 family reviews

8.0
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This proprietary review score is based on 465 reviews of 85 Melson memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Melson 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

Melson review score compared against nearby cities

8.0
Melson, GA85 facilities
7.7
Cedartown, GA15 facilities
8.4
Cartersville, GA70 facilities

Review subcategories for Melson 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 465 reviews of 85 Melson memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Melson 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.
Melson, GA averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.5
3.7
Friendliness
3.6
3.8
Care services
3.3
3.5
Staff
3.4
3.7
Meals & dining
3.1
3.4
Activities
3.2
3.3
Value for cost*
3.2
3.4
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Melson memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Melson memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Melson, 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 Melson 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 Melson that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Melson, GANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
63.5%
63.8%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
42.4%
47.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
98.8%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
67.1%
69.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
40%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.4%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
61.2%
59.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
65.9%
69.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Melson 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 Melson Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Melson, GANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
67.1%
72.2%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
50.6%
45.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
57.6%
68%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
27.1%
26.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Melson 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 Melson partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Melson, GANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
25.9%
28%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
54.1%
44.8%
No sugar
No sugar
51.8%
41.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
40%
50.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
24.7%
22.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Melson 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 Melson communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Melson, GANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
43.5%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
55.3%
40.1%
Room service
Room service
51.8%
37.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
23.5%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Melson 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 Melson offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Melson, GANational
Activity director
Activity director
60%
45.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
45.9%
33.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
43.5%
29%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
69.4%
53.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
65.9%
51.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
68.2%
59.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
57.6%
39.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
50.6%
35.8%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
54.1%
36.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
63.5%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
62.4%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
44.7%
32.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20%
22.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
62.4%
46.3%
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State regulations for memory care in Melson

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

Frequently Asked Questions

McClellan Senior Living, The Fountains of Calhoun and Highlands Senior Living Rome are the top-rated memory care facilities near Melson, Georgia. See full list of communities.
There are 85 memory care facilities near Melson, Georgia. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Melson, Georgia are McClellan Senior Living, The Fountains of Calhoun and Silver Lakes Senior Living. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 85 memory care facilities near you in Melson, Georgia typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Melson, 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 Melson, 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 Melson, Georgia ranges from $2325 to $6330. The average Memory Care cost in Melson, Georgia is $4,853. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Melson, Georgia typically starts at $2325. 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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