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Memory care in Waycross 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 Waycross is about $4,086 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 10 communities, read 25 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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Last Updated: 8/19/24
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Photo of At Home Senior Living of Jesup
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I personally have not been there but I have dealt with staff over the phone and through emails. My cousin has visited and she was very pleased with the appearance and the staff.
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.
At Home Senior Living of Jesup is proud to have an LPN onsite Monday through Friday with an RN availability to assist with medical concerns that may arise. Our weekend staff have received training to monitor for changes in condition and when to notify a supervisor to ensure prompt medical care is...
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Photo of Lakes Crossing Senior Care
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1 very good 2 also very good 3 good - they become like family 4 food is good almost always 6 not much activity but [name removed] is usually up and out of her room 7 about as good as can 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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Photo of Dayspring Senior Living
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The workers at the community like our loved one and talk to him, he is told them about living in [name removed]. It is a super clean community, smart toilets that fall camera in our loved ones room.
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 dad lived at The Landings for a couple of years after some bad experiences with at home 24 hour sitters for several years. The Landings caretakers and staff were always there to help with any of his...
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.
58 unit Assited Living facility in South GA that offers assistance in Living. We offer assistance with many levels of care. We are located in Douglas Georgia between Tifton and Waycross. We offer hospitality and compassion for the elderly and we strive to provide excellence in retirement and...
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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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.
Surrounded by palm trees and blanketed in luscious green grass, Tebeau House in Waycross Georgia is senior living at its finest. Less than twenty seniors live together in a community of sharing; they live in spacious surroundings with wheelchair accessible showers and full tubs in every bathroom....
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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 Lakeside Senior Living
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
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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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Cost of memory care in Waycross, GA

The average cost of senior living in Waycross is $4,086 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Fargo, GA with an average of $2,955 per month.

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Waycross, GA vs. nearby cities

Waycross, GA
$4,086/mo
$4,078/mo

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

Waycross, GA
$4,086/mo
$4,095/mo
U.S. national average
$4,815/mo

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

Memory Care
$4,086/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,200/mo
Studio
$4,750/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,125/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,500/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in Waycross over time

Waycross, GAGA stateNational

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What families are saying about memory care in Waycross

Recent reviews for memory care in Waycross

At Home Senior Living of Jesup

5.0
My mil went through a health scare just before turning 90. Although she recovered, she couldn’t get her strength back to where it was. Thank goodness she agreed she could no longer live by herself and moved in to At Home. Although she certainly missed the home she had since becoming a young ...
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The Landings of Douglas

5.0
My mom stays in this assisted living-The owner is very friendly, as a matter of fact she won a Halloween prize for most original costume and took photos with the owner and his wife. (This is one of the activities they have-Also Bingo and Gospel singing and other things.) The last place ...
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Lakes Crossing Senior Care in Kingsland, GA

5.0
Lakes Crossing is a true blessing! The facility is second to none and is clean and inviting. It gives its residents a true home atmosphere with assistance as needed. It is so good to know your family and friends are so well taken care of and you don't have to worry about them. The staff are ...
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Waycross memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Waycross memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Waycross, 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 Waycross 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 Waycross that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Waycross, GANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
30%
65.1%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
20%
47.9%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.4%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
40%
71.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
30%
28.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.6%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
40%
61.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
40%
72.4%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Waycross 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 Waycross Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Waycross, GANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
40%
73.9%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
20%
45.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
30%
70.1%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Waycross 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 Waycross partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Waycross, GANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
10%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
20%
44%
No sugar
No sugar
10%
41.1%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
10%
49.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
20%
16.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Waycross 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 Waycross communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Waycross, GANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
10%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
10%
39.4%
Room service
Room service
10%
36.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
10%
22.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Waycross 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 Waycross offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Waycross, GANational
Activity director
Activity director
30%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
10%
33.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40%
54.1%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
30%
51.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
40%
60.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
20%
39.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
20%
34.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
10%
35.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
20%
46.9%
Live performances
Live performances
30%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
10%
30.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
20%
46%
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Frequently Asked Questions

At Home Senior Living of Jesup, Lakes Crossing Senior Care and Dayspring Senior Living are the top-rated memory care facilities near Waycross, Georgia. See full list of communities.

There are 10 memory care facilities near Waycross, Georgia. See the full list.

The 10 memory care facilities near you in Waycross, Georgia typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Waycross, 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 Waycross, 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 Waycross, Georgia ranges from $1950 to $6350. The average Memory Care cost in Waycross, Georgia is $4,086. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Waycross, Georgia typically starts at $1950. 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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