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Assisted living costs in Columbia County average about $3,941 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 10 communities in Columbia County. Our detailed directory has 157 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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Photo of Madison Heights
1010 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
9.3
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52 reviews
9.3
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52 reviews
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Beverly the caregiver is awesome sauce. Also [name removed], the activities director is awesome sauce. [name removed] was very helpful and letting us into the home. The room is large size. The environment is...
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.
Madison Heights is the only dedicated memory care community in the area. Because we serve only memory loss residents, we offer a refreshing and intimate environment tailored to members of our community. Every 67 seconds, someone in the United States develops Alzheimer's disease and with that...
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Photo of Revela at Evans Assisted Living
1212 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
8.9
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22 reviews
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22 reviews
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Every single member of the staff that I've encountered has been excellent. Their high level of professionalism combined with their kindness and compassion is something I've literally never seen anywhere...
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.
Revela at Evans Assisted Living is conveniently near I-20. Major medical facilities and shopping locations are within minutes of our community. Through a dedicated team of staff, we promote a spirit of family and strive to provide a high quality of life within our quaint community.
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Photo of Camellia Walk of Evans
1313 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
8.7
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32 reviews
8.7
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32 reviews
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While many nursing home staff members are hardworking and compassionate, the reality is that not all facilities provide consistent, high-quality care. Staffing shortages, high turnover, and lack of oversight...
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.
Camellia Walk Assisted Living and Memory Care is a 5 year old community with a down to earth home feel. We have over 30 combined years of senior care. We are a Cedarhurst Living Community. Camellia Walk is conveniently located in Evans Ga near Jones Creek subdivision. We have a great staff and...
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Photo of Marshall Pines Transitional Assisted Living and Memory Care
2121 Photos available
11 Floor plan available
8.6
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35 reviews
8.6
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Very personable, clean and professional. They went out there way to make you feel valued. We felt like Family that we belonged.
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.
Here at Marshall Pines, we are more than a memory care facility, we are a memory care community. Located near Perfect Health Urgent Care, it offers a warm and welcoming senior community for those in need of all-inclusive assisted living, transitional assisted living, or memory care in Evans, GA....
Photo of The Ostolaza Residence - Personal Care Home
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8.5
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8.5
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She loves it and I'm more than satisfied. The staff are all capable and provide excellent care. Very easy to work with. The facility is lovely. It's clean, no smell and nicely decorated for every season...
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 OSTOLAZA RESIDENCE; we are a PERSONAL CARE HOME with six (6) beds availability in Evans, Ga. (Columbia County). Striving for perfection to enrich our clients’ lives, we respect and treat all those we serve with compassion and kindness, delivering high quality care to your love one.Our nearby...
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Photo of Brandon Wilde
1313 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
8.0
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8.0
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Brandon Wilde is a really beautiful place and I know that my loved ones are safe here. I have been disappointed with the follow up from 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.
Brandon Wilde Features: A) No community entrance fee; B) All-inclusive monthly rate/all care plans included; C) Only area community that has skilled nursing, advanced memory care, and rehabilitation care. Having every care option level in one community provides piece of mind for yourself, your...
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Photo of Waverly Gardens of Evans
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My mother and family have had a very positive experience with Waverly Gardens.
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, 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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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 assisted living in Columbia County, GA

The average cost of senior living in Columbia County is $3,941 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Mitchell, GA with an average of $3,514 per month.

Assisted living costs in Columbia County, GA, vs. nearby counties

Columbia County, GA
$3,941/mo
$3,935/mo
$3,935/mo

Assisted living costs in Columbia County, GA, vs. state and national averages

Columbia County, GA
$3,941/mo
$3,744/mo
U.S. national average
$4,740/mo

Assisted living costs in Columbia County, GA, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$3,941/mo
$4,143/mo

Assisted living costs in Columbia County, GA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,993/mo
Private
$5,500/mo
Studio
$6,141/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,762/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,400/mo

Senior living costs in Columbia 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: Columbia County, GA
Column state: Georgia
Column national: U.S.
Community typeColumbia County, GAGeorgiaU.S.
Assisted Living$3,941/mo$3,744/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$4,143/mo$4,281/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living$3,444/mo$4,359/mo$4,203/mo
Assisted Living
Columbia County, GA:$3,941/mo
Georgia:$3,744/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
Columbia County, GA:$4,143/mo
Georgia:$4,281/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
Independent Living
Columbia County, GA:$3,444/mo
Georgia:$4,359/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
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Assisted living costs in Columbia County, GA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Columbia 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.

Columbia County, GAGA stateNational

Assisted living cost trends in Columbia County, GA

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Columbia 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 median 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
Columbia County, GA$4,682/mo$4,399/mo+6.4%
Georgia$4,270/mo$4,044/mo+5.6%
National$5,322/mo$5,061/mo+5.2%
Columbia County, GA
2024 average cost:$4,682/mo
2023 average cost:$4,399/mo
Percent change:+6.4%
Georgia
2024 average cost:$4,270/mo
2023 average cost:$4,044/mo
Percent change:+5.6%
National
2024 average cost:$5,322/mo
2023 average cost:$5,061/mo
Percent change:+5.2%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Columbia County, GA

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Columbia County.

What families are saying about assisted living in Columbia County

Recent reviews for assisted living in Columbia County

Augusta Gardens

5.0
My aunt recently moved into the memory care unit at the facility. from the moment we walked in till our recent visit, the environment at the facility is amazing. The staff is constantly loving on my aunt and take better care of her than i expected from any home. The meal we shared with my aunt ...
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Thrive at Augusta in Martinez, GA

4.5
We were very pleased with the community. They took very good care of my relative that was there. Everything was first class. The attention, room, and space were all good. Due to the pandemic the only problem I had was the visitation schedule.

At Home Senior Living of Thomson

5.0
My sister is very well care for and loved here. She feels like everyone here is her family. As her sister, it warms my heart for her to feel that way and it makes me feel at ease, that she is so well cared for.

Columbia County review score based on 46 family reviews

8.7
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This proprietary review score is based on 46 reviews of 9 Columbia County assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Columbia County 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

Columbia County review score compared against nearby cities

8.7
Columbia County, GA9 facilities
7.6
Grovetown, GA25 facilities
7.2
Harlem, GA26 facilities

Review subcategories for Columbia County 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 46 reviews of 9 Columbia County assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Columbia County 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.
Columbia County, GA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.2
4.1
Friendliness
4.3
4.2
Care services
3.9
3.8
Staff
4.2
4.0
Meals & dining
3.8
3.7
Activities
4.0
3.7
Value for cost*
4.0
3.7
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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Columbia County assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Columbia County assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Columbia 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 Columbia County 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 Columbia County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Columbia County, GANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
66.7%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
33.3%
33.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
55.6%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
33.3%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
88.9%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
77.8%
52.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Columbia County 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 Columbia County Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Columbia County, GANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
66.7%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
44.4%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
66.7%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
44.4%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Columbia County 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 Columbia County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Columbia County, GANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
22.2%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33.3%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
33.3%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
44.4%
36.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.1%
17.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Columbia County 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 Columbia County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Columbia County, GANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
22.2%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
22.2%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
11.1%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
11.1%
18%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Columbia County 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 Columbia County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Columbia County, GANational
Activity director
Activity director
44.4%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
44.4%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
11.1%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
77.8%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
44.4%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
66.7%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
33.3%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
22.2%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
33.3%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
44.4%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
33.3%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
22.2%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
11.1%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
33.3%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in Columbia County

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. 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 assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Columbia County protect seniors.
Learn about Georgia assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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