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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Polk County, GA

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Memory care in Polk 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 Polk County is about $4,885 per month.

To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 194 communities, read 5068 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Rome, Cartersville and Dallas.

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Photo of Green Park at Kennesaw
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What we like the most about the community is their staff, the quality of care, the cleanliness, communication and the activities. Yes, we would recommend Green Park at Kennesaw to other families based on the...
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.
Green Park personal care home is a family owned and we have been in operation for over 14 years. We are intimately connected with many of our residents. We live, work and worship in this communities and pride ourselves in the quality senior living we offer to our residents. Green Park senior...
Photo of Sweetwater Creek
1111 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
8.5
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28 reviews
8.5
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Basically, I chose Sweetwater Creek because it was convenient to the house. However, after having my sister there for several months, I would highly recommend it to anyone. My sister has dementia, they have...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Redefine your independence today.You’ll have the care you need when you need it with our personal care home and memory care all on one campus in Lithia Springs, Georgia.If you’re living a mostly independent lifestyle, but you could use an extra hand with some of your day-to-day activities, we can...
Photo of Parc at Piedmont East Cobb
1414 Photos available
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8.5
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5 on everything. They have been wonderful. The food is excellent. The place is clean. Everyone from staff to residents are happy and friendly. It was a great choice for us.
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.
Designed specifically with you in mind, Parc at Piedmont-East Cobb offers exceptional service, care and amenities. Since 2001, Parc at Piedmont has established itself as the premier independent and assisted living choice for seniors in the Marietta, East Cobb and Roswell neighborhoods of Atlanta....
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99 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.5
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33 reviews
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We visited Brookdale Newnan and were very impressed to see how happy the employees and residents are. Looked nice, clean and no smells. Based upon my visit I would recommend this community. Very nice!
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.
Live your best life every day.Here at our community in Newnan Georgia, you’ll have the lifestyle you want, plus care if you need it with both independent living and personal care home both on the same campus. Trade home maintenance for more time to do what you want to do. Maybe you’ve always...
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44 Floor plans available
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Everyone we have met is kind and caring. The day shift seems to be on top of things. It took almost a month to get the night shift to do laundry without me having to ask even though the facility set the...
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.
Go do more of what you love.Sometimes as you get older, you need a little extra help. At our personal care and memory care community in Atlanta, Georgia, we can assist you with the little things — like simple housekeeping and meals — and with bathing and getting dressed, too. We customize your...
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I would give them a 5 on everything except cleanliness. I would give them a 3. Of course when dealing with folks with incontinence. It's difficult to keep up. [name removed] was in multiple facilities o Er...
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.
Smyrna Village is a licensed memory care community that is under new ownership. We are family-owned and military-owned and we have a passion for creating a supportive environment for those closely involved in the lives of our residents. We believe that individuals with dementia can lead full and...
Photo of Legacy Ridge at Marietta
88 Photos available
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The people at Legacy show that they care about the residents. From [Name Removed] for events, to [Name Removed] for wellness, to [Name Removed] and [Name Removed] in greeting, to [Name Removed] in keeping...
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.
Who We AreIf you or your loved one are looking for assisted living or memory care services in Marietta, GA, our community will meet their needs and more. Set against a charming Southern backdrop with greenery, landscaped courtyard and gardening beds, Legacy Ridge at Marietta provides a scenic and...
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Short staffed which has care givers working double shifts. Not a good situation. Menus sound good on paper. Not that good in memory care. Many of the staff are very caring individuals but are often...
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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3434 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
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We were looking for our mother who needs a good bit of assistance. Everyone at Dunwoody Place was very welcoming and helpful during the initial process. The place itself feels more like a home than some...
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.
Dunwoody Place is an active and involved personal care community located in Atlanta, Georgia. Our convenient location is peaceful and tranquil, yet near all the conveniences of a big city, including shopping, health care and local attractions. Residents enjoy being near restaurants, theaters, and...
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Photo of Lotus Park Douglasville
1515 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
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I have to say that the place has very nice staff who are attentive and responsive. The housing is normally clean in the common areas and also the activities are happening almost daily so that's really good...
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.
Oaks at Douglasville is just minutes away from Wellstar Douglas Hospital, shopping, and dining. The stylish craftsman style property features 52 assisted living apartments and 34 memory care apartments. Each aspect of the community has been built with the best interests of elders in mind,...
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Photo of Brickmont of Acworth
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89 reviews
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She has 6 hours of hospice care per day, she has help with meals, she's always dressed in HER clothes with her hair clean and combed. The staff is always there for any questions or concerns and I'm informed...
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.
Brickmont Assisted Living communities are licensed assisted living communities located throughout Georgia. We provide extensive care and support beyond what is allowed in a personal care home.Brickmont Acworth welcomed our first residents in 2019. At any of our communities, you will enjoy the...
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Photo of Marietta Life Center
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I love Marietta Life Center! Words cannot express my appreciation for the care that my father receives. Thumbs up! I rate the staff and facility a 5. Everything your loved one needs is at Marietta Life...
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.
We are a beautiful Personal Care Home located off the Marietta Square about a mile from Kennestone Hospital. We have recently undergone extensive renovation to our community and added several new amenities that provide our residents with the best, therapeutic environment possible. Our care staff...
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Photo of Grace Senior Living of Woodstock
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Love this place! Staff and nurse Ester were all so caring and helpful. Very clean facility. We did have a rough start to move in and accept new home. But with the loving staff she ended up being happy there.
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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Photo of Pruitt Place Sandy Springs
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I have a relative at Pruitt and she is so well taken care of! Everyone in the building is so helpful, from the directors and administrators to the concierge at the front desk, to the activities...
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.
With over 30 years of experience in senior care and 50 years in the healthcare industry, PruittHealth has acquired PruittPlace Sandy Springs. Located in the Dunwoody/Sandy Springs area, we provide both assisted living and memory care neighborhoods. PruittPlace Sandy Springs has a robust...
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Photo of Salterra Senior Living at Ashbrook
1010 Photos available
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Overall it's good. They are working great with me now, I fell behind and I couldn't pay due to my hardship and it's really helping me. I would recommend them to others who are searching for senior living for...
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.
Assisted Living – Ashbrook Village meets the needs of a growing population of senior adults who may require some assistance, but do not need a skilled nursing facility. Our values are determined by our residents and family needs. Our success in supporting our residents depends on valuable input...
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My husband is in the memory care unit. He has been there since the very end of August. The staff is very caring and I really like them all. They are all very friendly and helpful. It is a very clean facility...
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.
Cottage Landing is a warm, inviting retirement community offering seniors a variety of options to suit their individual circumstances and needs. New residents can initially select from among nine different spacious living arrangements depending upon the level of services they choose. If their...
Photo of Summerset Assisted Living
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My family has wet clothes every day from urine. The staff is friendly however I'm told they are understaffed. The cost is more expensive here than other facilities. The environment is clean.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Summerset Assisted Living is a senior living community in Atlanta, Georgia that was founded in December of 2000. Here at Summerset we offer families a home away from home that is warm and friendly. The staff is warm and friendly, and we offer plenty of activities for our elderly residents to do....
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My dad loves the food and the aides. Everyone has been amazing and very attentive, from the Managers to the Med Techs to the aides. Brian was very helpful in getting dad settled. He would even go over to the...
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.
Welcome to The Landings of Canton HillsThe Landings of Canton Hills is a vibrant senior living community in Cherokee County, Georgia. Just 40 miles north of downtown Atlanta, Canton sits in the picturesque foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. With its charming Main Street and landmarks like The...
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Photo of Arbor Terrace of Burnt Hickory
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I have included "Transportation" in "Activities". Very frustrated with the Transportation. Make sure you get details about the Transportation. How many cars they have and the schedule. Chef who was there...
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 Burnt Hickory provides the highest quality of geriatric care and assisted living in the Marietta, Georgia area, including innovative memory care designed specifically for those affected by Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias. Every resident receives unique and personalized...
Photo of Autumn Cove Assisted Living
1010 Photos available
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What we like the most about the Autumn Cove Assisted Living community is that the people there are very welcoming and make you feel part of the community!
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.
Autumn Cove Assisted Living is an extraordinary place to live. It’s the charm of hometown living in a community bursting with amenities and beautifully maintained by a terrific staff that’s ready to serve. At Autumn Cove Assisted Living, you’ll meet new friends, learn something new, and enjoy...
Photo of Avenly Senior Living
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There just something about a smaller place. The staff is awesome it's great to see the same people for do many years. The care is truly heartwarming it feel like home. Older community but it's kept well.
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.
With all the amenities here, it's silver tray, residential assisted living. It began back in 1988, when The Mann House launched the whole luxury-care, assisted-living concept. Today, as large corporations clamor to compete, we stand in quiet contrast. Judged by every criteria — reputation,...
Photo of PruittPlace Buckhead
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Caregivers are friendly, helpful, professional. They seem to have a lot of patience and good attitudes. New management has been expanding staff and positions so they are not being asked to share some...
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.
PruittPlace Buckhead provides assisted living in an apartment-style setting that offers the simple pleasures - nutritious food, comfortable surroundings, and the support of a warm, caring and competent staff. A separate Special Care Center for residents with Alzheimer's or other memory related...
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44 Floor plans available
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I have been quite pleased with the experience I've had thus far. The staff have been very helpful, friendly and caring each time I've dropped in to see my mom.
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.
Nestled in a quiet residential area just west of Smyrna, Azalea Gardens Mableton combines the comfort of a charming, relaxed environment with the convenience of 24-hour service and upscale amenities. Our welcoming community is located near popular shops, restaurants and churches, with easy access...
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The retreat was fine. Served its purpose well. Would recommend. We moved our senior back home in March. As always suggest people access any facility for their own needs. I would recommend
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.
We are a family owned and operated Assisted Living in Memory Care located in Hickory Flat, Georgia.
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This is not a new facility so it's not full of glamor. But it is well kept and comfortable. My sister and I had lunch there on our tour, just testing the food. It was really good. I would say served with...
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.
At The Retreat at Sandy Springs, our pet friendly senior living community, delivers compassionate care while helping our residents with their daily routine. We develop individual care plans to meet the needs of each resident, and a full-time licensed nurse is available 24 hours a day to provide...

Cost of memory care in Polk County, GA

The average cost of senior living in Polk County is $4,885 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Paulding County, GA with an average of $4,811 per month.

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

Polk County, GA
$4,885/mo

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

Polk County, GA
$4,885/mo
$5,259/mo
U.S. national average
$6,999/mo

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

Memory Care
$4,885/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,710/mo
Studio
$7,045/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,022/mo

Senior living costs in Polk 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: Polk County, GA
Column state: Georgia
Column national: U.S.
Community typePolk County, GAGeorgiaU.S.
Memory Care$4,885/mo$5,259/mo$6,999/mo
Assisted Living$4,085/mo$4,661/mo$5,830/mo
Independent Living$3,323/mo$3,405/mo$3,520/mo
Memory Care
Polk County, GA:$4,885/mo
Georgia:$5,259/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Assisted Living
Polk County, GA:$4,085/mo
Georgia:$4,661/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Independent Living
Polk County, GA:$3,323/mo
Georgia:$3,405/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Memory care costs in Polk County, GA, over time

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

Polk County, GAGA stateNational

Memory care cost trends in Polk County, GA

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Polk 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
Polk County, GA$5,151/mo$4,716/mo+9.2%
Georgia$4,202/mo$4,136/mo+1.6%
National$5,618/mo$5,561/mo+1.0%
Polk County, GA
2024 average cost:$5,151/mo
2023 average cost:$4,716/mo
Percent change:+9.2%
Georgia
2024 average cost:$4,202/mo
2023 average cost:$4,136/mo
Percent change:+1.6%
National
2024 average cost:$5,618/mo
2023 average cost:$5,561/mo
Percent change:+1.0%
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What families are saying about memory care in Polk County

Recent reviews for memory care in Polk County

The Phoenix at Roswell

5.0
My husband has been at Pacifica about a month. He has Parkinson's Dementia. This includes a major change in personality making it impossible for me to keep him at home. He can turn from a sweet helpful man to a raging angry man in a matter of seconds. Sometimes, even I don't see the transition ...
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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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Regal Pointe of East Cobb in Marietta, GA

4.0
The staff at this community are very nice and attentive. There is always someone there for assistance. The food is good and they keep the community clean. They offer daily activities. You need a code to go out of the community and I feel mom is safe at this community.

Polk County review score based on 971 family reviews

8.1
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This proprietary review score is based on 971 reviews of 165 Polk County memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Polk 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

Polk County review score compared against nearby cities

8.1
Polk County, GA165 facilities
7.5
Floyd County, GA0 facilities
8.0

Review subcategories for Polk 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 971 reviews of 165 Polk County memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Polk 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.
Polk County, GA averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.4
3.8
Friendliness
3.4
3.9
Care services
3.1
3.6
Staff
3.3
3.7
Meals & dining
3.1
3.5
Activities
3.0
3.4
Value for cost*
3.1
3.5
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Polk County memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Polk County memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Polk 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 Polk 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 Polk County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Polk County, GANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
70.9%
63.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
51.5%
47.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.4%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
77%
69.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
44.2%
28.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97%
89.3%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
69.7%
59.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
74.5%
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 Polk 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 Polk County Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Polk County, GANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
70.9%
72.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
57.6%
45.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
62.4%
68%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
27.9%
26.2%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Polk 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 Polk County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Polk County, GANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
29.7%
28%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
63%
44.7%
No sugar
No sugar
60.6%
41.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
53.9%
50.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
30.9%
22.5%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dining options in Polk 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 Polk County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Polk County, GANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
54.5%
32%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
64.2%
40%
Room service
Room service
59.4%
37.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
27.3%
23%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Polk 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 Polk County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Polk County, GANational
Activity director
Activity director
67.3%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
49.1%
33.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
46.1%
28.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
75.8%
53.1%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
72.1%
51%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
73.9%
59.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
63.6%
39.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
54.5%
35.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
61.8%
36.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
67.9%
47%
Live performances
Live performances
69.7%
47.1%
Dances
Dances
51.5%
32%
Fitness center
Fitness center
30.3%
22.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
67.9%
46.1%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

State regulations for memory care in Polk 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 Polk County protect seniors.
Learn about Georgia memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

Big Springs Village, Elderville Assisted Living and Presbyterian Village of Cobb are the top-rated memory care facilities near Polk County, Georgia. See full list of communities.
There are 194 memory care facilities near Polk County, Georgia. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Polk County, Georgia are The Fountains of Calhoun, McClellan Senior Living and Silver Lakes Senior Living. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 194 memory care facilities near you in Polk 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 Polk 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 Polk 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 Polk County, Georgia ranges from $3200 to $5600. The average Memory Care cost in Polk County, Georgia is $4,885. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Polk County, Georgia typically starts at $3200. 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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