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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Buford, GA
Assisted living costs in Buford average about $3,765 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 44 communities in Buford. Our detailed directory has 681 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses.
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I am so grateful that MAC Care took care of my mother. She was treated like family even when my mom was not being herself. The home is very clean and never smelled like other locations I visited. They...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
M.A.C. Care LLC is a senior care home located in the historic city of Lawrenceville, the county seat of Gwinnett County in Georgia State. Only 30 miles from downtown Atlanta and its many world class amenities, residents benefit from both worlds. Here residents can enjoy touring the downtown core...
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In my opinion, Antebellum James Burgess has been a blessing for my parent in Memory Care due to the leadership of Director, [name removed]. [name removed] has been an asset to Antebellum with her personable...
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.
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A Natural Passion residential care home is a beautiful little place and we just love it. We know that our loved one there is being well taken care of. Their communication with us has been very good. Their...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
A Natural Passion for Caring is a senior care home located in the suburban city of Lawrenceville, GA and in Gwinnett county. Lawrenceville is just a short 30 mile drive to the downtown city of Atlanta; which is also the capital of Georgia. The group home setting is in a convenient location,...
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TLC Ministries is a really nice community. They were willing to work with us with our situation. It was an overall very good experience. I would recommend the TLC Ministries to anyone. Everyone there is very...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
TLC Ministries is a residential care home in Oakwood, GA within Hall County. Oakwood is a small community located close to Gainesville. It is home to the University of North Georgia as well as other notable things like Wayne Farms. The lovely year round weather makes it a great place for seniors....
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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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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Bella's Cottage is located in a quiet wooded subdivision in Cumming GA. We consider ourselves a home away from home. We offer home cooked meals made from the freshes ingredients, social games, and BBQ's on the back deck over looking the changing trees. Please feel free to contact us or a...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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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Our loved one lived in this community for a short time, and overall I thought they did a nice job. The community had a good balance of price to the services provided. We ended up finding something that was a...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
We offer specialized dementia specific and first stage Alzheimer's care in a homelike environment. We are able to do this in a safe, secure and affordable manner. It has been proven that people with dementia do much better in a residential atmosphere as opposed to a clinical one. This allows them...
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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 Senior Care America FB is a senior living community located in Flowery Branch, Georgia. The area has the perfect small town appeal with the glorious view of Lake Lanier. Flowery Branch is a perfect place to live; the inviting atmosphere will welcome family and friends for a visit. The Senior...
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Great place mom loves it there. Lias care is the best. She helps my mom with everything. My mom feels like she's at home. Best move we made for her. Wish there were more places like this for older people...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
If your senior relative is located near Lawrenceville, Georgia, Lia's Personal Care Home is the perfect option to help take care of your loved one in a comfortable home. They get to keep the comfort and stability offered by living in a home, while our staff provides them with excellent care. We...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Our senior living community is beautiful residential personal care home, located in the Hamilton Mill area. Our community is a single story ranch style home, very spacious, cozy & immaculate. We help our senior residents with all activities of daily living, manage their medication, and...
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The house is truly a home. It is a kind, loving environment. The owners really went above & beyond for my mom and were so accommodating. The CNAs were very attentive & kind. Our family felt very welcome....
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
As your loved ones get older they need more assistance and care with everyday tasks. You want them to feel comfortable and feel like home. Pure hearts Personal Care Home offers a unique homelike feel. Our residents feel just as if they are at their regular home, but with family members. Our...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
The Olive Branch is the only State Licensed Personal Care Home located in Braselton, Georgia, Jackson County. We are here to protect the health, safetyand the well being of our residents and to ensure that our home meets the Health and Safety standards required by the Georgia Department ofHuman...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
At Dry Creek Manor, we care about people and we do our best to provide a "home-away-from-home" for our residents. At Dry Creek Manor our goal is to provide quality care to our residents. At Dry Creek Manor, the residents are encourage to be as independent and active as possible. The activity...
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.
Cost of assisted living in Buford, GA
The average cost of senior living in Buford is $3,765 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Dacula, GA with an average of $3,444 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Buford, GA vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Buford, GA vs. the state and national average
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Buford, GA
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What families are saying about assisted living in Buford
Recent reviews for assisted living in Buford
Cumming Senior Living
5.0
We moved our dad here in January of this year. I have been so happy with the quality of care and cleanliness. All of the other families of the residents that I’ve met are all so kind. The food is excellent as well! I highly recommend Cumming Nursing Center for your loved one.
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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Mali's Personal Care Home in Lawrenceville, GA
4.0
Mali and her team of caregivers really care for their clients and their loved ones. Mali brought my parent to the hospital and waited for me to meet her there before leaving the ER to return back to her staff and other residents. This is not what I experienced from another PCH in the past. ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Highly responsive and communicative staff. Many reviews highlight the exceptional communication between staff and families, keeping everyone informed and addressing concerns promptly. At Ivy Springs Senior Living, the director's openness and attentiveness to families' suggestions is mentioned repeatedly.
Engaging activities for residents. Residents find joy in a wide range of activities tailored to their interests, keeping them active and socially connected. At The Mansions at Gwinnett Park Assisted Living and Memory Care, the variety of offerings and the staff's dedication to involving residents stands out.
Thoughtful care and attention to residents' needs. Reviews express appreciation for the attentiveness and thoughtfulness of caregivers, catering to residents' unique needs and ensuring their well-being. At Charter Senior Living of Buford, the staff's genuine concern for the residents is evident.
Comfortable and clean facilities. Communities are praised for their cleanliness and inviting atmosphere, providing residents with a comfortable living space. At Towne Club Windermere, the facility's beauty and modern amenities are praised.
Diverse dining options. Residents look forward to meals that cater to their individual preferences and dietary needs. At Holbrook Sugar Hill, the food is considered one of the best features of the community, with options that please a wide range of palates.
Friendly and caring residents. Reviews mention the warm and welcoming nature of their fellow residents, creating a sense of community and companionship. At Oaks at Hampton, the friendly atmosphere is a major draw for new residents.
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Buford review score based on 123 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 123 reviews of 40 Buford assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Buford review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living 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
Buford review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Buford assisted living
When assisted living 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 123 reviews of 40 Buford assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Buford resident and family assisted living 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.Buford, GA averageNational average
Cleanliness
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Friendliness
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Staff
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Buford assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Buford assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Buford, 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 Buford assisted living
Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Buford that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
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Doctor on call
Doctor on call
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33.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
80%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
82.5%
56.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
37.5%
29.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
80%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
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Availability of select dementia care services in Buford assisted living
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 Buford Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
87.5%
50.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
50%
31.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
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40.8%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Buford assisted living
Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Buford partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
22.5%
26.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
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39.6%
No sugar
No sugar
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Vegetarian
Vegetarian
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Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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Availability of select dining options in Buford assisted living
Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Buford communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
30%
30.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
37.5%
41.6%
Room service
Room service
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35.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Buford assisted living
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Buford offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
45%
45.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
32.5%
30.6%
Community service programs
Community service programs
32.5%
29.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
70%
49.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
52.5%
48.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
62.5%
52%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
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40.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
30%
33.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
32.5%
37%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
45%
45.9%
Live performances
Live performances
45%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
42.5%
29.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
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24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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State regulations for assisted living in Buford
Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Georgia assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Buford protect seniors.
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