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Assisted living costs in Dawson County average about $3,820 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 490 communities in Dawson County. Our detailed directory has 8454 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 Regency House of Buford
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The staff is absolutely wonderful and truly care for my mom. They are priced just right and have good facilities and activities. They have taken the time to get to know my mom to help draw her out and make...
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.
Built for One Thing: YouOur community is designed from the ground up to provide you with the perfect canvas on which you can paint your best senior living life. Choose us for your next home sweet home and you can trade the worries and hassles that often come with living at home for a better, more...
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The staff communication was good with the family. Any questions we had were answered quickly, anything medically needed was tended to very fast and communicated well. For us, what I think the community did...
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.
You can trust that your loved one living with Alzheimer's or dementia is in good hands at the Crossings at Webb Bridge Road, an assisted living and memory care community. We focus exclusively on memory care assisted living, providing care that's based on the most up-to-date research, for our...
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We came from Houston to visit my husbands Mother at the Harris Senior Center which had been chosen for his Mother by her 2 daughter who live in Atlanta. We thought the Ladies who looked after patients were...
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.
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We used Hembree Senior Care Center for a disabled family member and was totally satisfied with their excellent, compassionate and affordable care.
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.
Hembree Senior Care Center Hembree Senior Care Center is located Roswell, GA in Fulton County. Our residential care home provides the assistance that you would like in your life in an area that is filled with things to do and see. Those who choose to spend time in Roswell and to call it home...
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We really like and appreciate the great communication and compassionate care. Based on our experience we would recommend St. Ives Memory Care for other families.
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.
St. Ives Memory Care, a licensed Memory Care/Assisted Living Community, has been serving residents in Johns Creek and the surrounding areas for over 20 years. We are convenient to Fulton, Forsyth and Gwinnett counties. Through the years we have established deep roots as a result of strong...
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The level of care for the money is exemplary. Mom is very happy here. The staff has been extremely helpful in all aspects of her care including getting her moved from FL to GA. I couldn't have asked for...
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.
Peace of mind for Residents and their Families is the underlying tone of the Ivy Hall Assisted Living lifestyle. Located on the borders of Alpharetta, Johns Creek, Cumming and Duluth, the area offers immediate access to fine restaurants, theatres, and upscale shopping. Residents can select from...
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We chose Parc at Duluth because of the size of the apartments and the overall appeal of the facility itself. They have tons of activities provided for the residents. It has been a pleasant experience so far...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Reader’s Choice Award 2018 – Best Senior Living!Gwinnett Daily PostOffering the premier lifestyle choice for active seniors, Parc at Duluth has served families in Duluth, Johns Creek and Gwinnett since 2003. From fine dining in the warm company of friends to wellness and engagement programs that...
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My aunt moved here after a fall. We couldn’t believe our good fortune on finding this place. She lived there for four years and recently passed at the age of 101. [name removed] and all staff were so kind...
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 have been serving the senior community for over 25 years. 5 Star ?Top Rated Assisted Living Facilities, Award Winning 2015 & 2016. This prestigious and exclusive designation is awarded to less than 1% of all facilities nationwide. Our senior living community is located in Gwinnett County...
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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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The community is clean and the day to day staff are very friendly. The management team is really friendly and always call us with updated, they are very good. They do have daily activities, and they actually...
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.
Tapestry House Memory Care is warm and inviting, the intimate setting creates a comfortable and homey environment. Beautiful surroundings, including award winning gardens are appreciated by everyone who enters. Our continuum of care extends to those who need help in their daily routine. The...
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Photo of The Olive Branch PCH of Braselton
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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.
The Olive Branch is the only State Licensed Personal Care Home located in Braselton, Georgia, Jackson County. We are here to protect the health, safety and the well being of our residents and to ensure that our home meets the Health and Safety standards required by the Georgia Department of Human...
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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
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.
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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We chose Tapestry House because we were more impressed during our tour than we were at the others ones we looked at. The room sizes here were very nice, a lot of space. The meals are chef prepared and you...
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.
Tapestry House Assisted Living, as an Insignia Senior Living Community, is guided by its mission of providing "Safe and Joyful" Environments for seniors. Tapestry House's location is one of its many attributes. It is in the midst of Alpharetta, GA with convenience to retail opportunities but also...
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As many families, we were faced with the decision to move mom from her home. The decision for us was gut wrenching as Mom had lived in her own home for over 65 years. When we found [name removed] and [name...
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 Personal Care Home Facilities provide excellent care and living accommodations for seniors. Offering attractive, well-designed living spaces, modern facilities and above all, excellent and compassionate 24-hour care. We pride ourselves in making sure our residents feel at home and as...
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I'm extremely pleased with them in that they do exactly what they said they were going to do. And I like the care system here. There's a set price, and they do whatever needs to be done. The other places...
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.
Looking for a residential living community with the feel of a country inn? Come visit us at The Oaks, located in the quaint town of Fairmount. We have 24 private bedrooms with several shared common areas. A peaceful setting with nutritional Southern style meals.
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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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They were sold about a month or so ago, and now they're Villa Palazzo. I think everything is really well done here. They take care of the residents very well. If I were rating everything overall, I would...
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.
At Sandy Springs Place, our pet friendly senior living community, we deliver 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 clinical...
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Moving mom to a care facility was a difficult choice. Choosing Tender Personal Care has been the BEST choice. My mom can be difficult at times and they are so good with her. She calls this home and considers...
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.
Tender Personal Care Home is family owned and operated. It is located in the beautiful Lawrenceville area with access to the main roads, very close to Gwinnett hospital. The care home is situated in a quiet and scenic area, it has superb Lake view and provides complete one floor living for our...
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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.
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My mother just recently passed away and I could not have picked a better facility for her to be. Since day one everyone showed my mother love and made us feel like family. I would recommend this facility 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 Dacula area seniors seeking compassionate senior living in Georgia, especially memory care support, Hope Memory Care Center is your premier option. Because our professional team adopts a family-based approach to senior memory care, residents enjoy unique and person-centered programs in a...
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So very impressed with the Lambert care living area which s wide open for the residents to engage with the nurse, caregiver...very open, clean, bright home! THe owners are top notch folks that exude love and...
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.
This community is intended to nurture both social and private activities. Our capacity is just 3 residents, which means that everybody receives personalized care in a private home environment that feels warm and immediately familiar. Lambert Manor is privately owned and operated - the owner is on...
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The community is beautiful and the staff works hard and are very caring. The food could be better and we would like to see a better varity. But overall my loved one really likes the community. I would...
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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My wife [name removed] and I moved to Sterling West Cobb recently. We have found the entire Sterling team to be wonderful from the owners, to Senior management, to the employees serving us everyday. The...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Sterling Estates Senior Living CommunitySterling Estates Senior Living Community is located just outside of Marietta, Georgia on a large and well-maintained campus. Visiting relatives will have access to the accommodations in Marietta, but our residents enjoy such luxury as our huge entrance...
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I would ask your facility to work with other residences, family, and friends who have visited patients to be sure to contact / lobby government officials about the need for hospice and other types of care...
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.
The Phoenix at Dunwoody understands that at any age, maintaining a sense of freedom and independence is very important. At The Phoenix at Dunwoody, we strive for Excellence and Compassion in serving others. Our Assisted Living Associates ensure that interactions are Meaningful and Personalized...
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The quality for the price is unbeatable! We’re so glad we found this hidden gem in little Maysville! Definitely worth the drive for us from Mill Creek! The staff knows exactly how to redirect my mother's...
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.
The Pines of Maysville is located on a spacious 8.7 acre environment in scenic North Georgia. The Pines of Maysville provides a healthy lifestyle with peace of mind knowing your loved one is well taken care of in a comfortable and secure, home-like environment.

Cost of assisted living in Dawson County, GA

The average cost of senior living in Dawson County is $3,820 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Dahlonega, GA with an average of $3,757 per month.

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

Dawson County, GA
$3,820/mo
$3,776/mo

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

Dawson County, GA
$3,820/mo
$3,761/mo
U.S. national average
$4,710/mo

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

Assisted Living
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$4,589/mo

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

Semi-Private
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Private
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Studio
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1 Bedroom
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2 Bedroom
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Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,757/mo

Senior living costs in Dawson 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: Dawson County, GA
Column state: Georgia
Column national: U.S.
Community typeDawson County, GAGeorgiaU.S.
Assisted Living$3,820/mo$3,761/mo$4,710/mo
Memory Care$4,589/mo$4,303/mo$4,962/mo
Independent Living$5,233/mo$4,376/mo$4,167/mo
Assisted Living
Dawson County, GA:$3,820/mo
Georgia:$3,761/mo
U.S.:$4,710/mo
Memory Care
Dawson County, GA:$4,589/mo
Georgia:$4,303/mo
U.S.:$4,962/mo
Independent Living
Dawson County, GA:$5,233/mo
Georgia:$4,376/mo
U.S.:$4,167/mo
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Assisted living costs in Dawson County, GA, over time

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

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Assisted living cost trends in Dawson County, GA

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Dawson 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.
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Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Dawson County, GA$4,358/mo$4,141/mo+5.3%
Georgia$4,319/mo$4,109/mo+5.1%
National$5,368/mo$5,120/mo+4.8%
Dawson County, GA
2024 average cost:$4,358/mo
2023 average cost:$4,141/mo
Percent change:+5.3%
Georgia
2024 average cost:$4,319/mo
2023 average cost:$4,109/mo
Percent change:+5.1%
National
2024 average cost:$5,368/mo
2023 average cost:$5,120/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Dawson County, GA

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What families are saying about assisted living in Dawson County

Recent reviews for assisted living in Dawson County

Sunrise of East Cobb in Marietta, GA

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Transition from hospital with staff and hospice at Sunrise was not what was expected. Lack of staff for weekend and holiday. When emergency button pushed sometimes no response or over 30 minute response. Medications not administered as needed. Needs of patient could not be met in a timely ...
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Cumming Senior Living

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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

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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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Dawson County review score based on 1,593 family reviews

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This proprietary review score is based on 1593 reviews of 399 Dawson County assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Dawson 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

Dawson County review score compared against nearby cities

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Dawson County, GA399 facilities
8.0
Dawsonville, GA7 facilities
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Review subcategories for Dawson 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 1,593 reviews of 399 Dawson County assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Dawson 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.
Dawson County, GA averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.9
4.0
Friendliness
4.0
4.1
Care services
3.6
3.8
Staff
3.8
4.0
Meals & dining
3.5
3.6
Activities
3.5
3.6
Value for cost*
3.6
3.7
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*Learn more about cost details

Dawson County assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Dawson County assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Dawson 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 Dawson 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 Dawson County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Dawson County, GANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
64.7%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
45.9%
33.9%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
86.5%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
99.7%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
76.9%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
35.1%
30.1%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
93%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
68.4%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
71.7%
52.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Dawson 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 Dawson County Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Dawson County, GANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
73.7%
51.4%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
43.4%
32.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
64.7%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
23.6%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Dawson 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 Dawson County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Dawson County, GANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
19.5%
27.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
48.9%
41%
No sugar
No sugar
46.6%
37.6%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
53.6%
36.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
20.8%
17.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Dawson 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 Dawson County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Dawson County, GANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
39.8%
31.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
46.4%
42.4%
Room service
Room service
44.4%
36.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20.1%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Dawson 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 Dawson County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Dawson County, GANational
Activity director
Activity director
48.1%
46.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
36.3%
31.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
32.6%
30.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
66.2%
49.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
52.6%
49.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
67.9%
52.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
45.4%
41.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
39.8%
35.5%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
41.4%
38.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50.6%
46.9%
Live performances
Live performances
49.4%
47%
Dances
Dances
35.1%
30.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
17.3%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
49.1%
46.1%
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State regulations for assisted living in Dawson 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 Dawson County protect seniors.
Learn about Georgia assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

The Retreat at Jasper, Magnolia Senior Living at Dawsonville and Dahlonega Assisted Living are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Dawson County, Georgia. See full list of communities.
There are 490 assisted living facilities near Dawson County, Georgia. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Dawson County, Georgia are Presbyterian Village of Cobb, The Joy Senior Living of Loganville and The Georgian Lakeside by Cogir. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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