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Photo of Magnolia Senior Living at Dawsonville
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My loved one lives here and enjoys it very much. The food is outstanding for an Assisted Living Community. There are lots of Activities every day that keep the residents active. The care staff seem to really...
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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55 Floor plans available
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I have been very pleased with the caregivers and management. Many caregivers have been there for years, which is impressive. They are very friendly and let you know if your loved one has been doing well...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Oaks at Hampton is proud to be an Eden Alternative® certified assisted living and memory care community located in Cumming, Georgia. The Eden registry exists to honor those organizations that have made a formal commitment to transforming traditional methods of care into an approach that puts the...
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44 Floor plans available
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Grady [removed] and his staff was instrumental in making the facility a positive experience for both my Mother and our family at a very difficult time.
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.
Photo of Oaks at Gracemont
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55 Floor plans available
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What our family likes the most about the Oaks at Gracemont is the overall facility, it is very clean and the staff members who work there are very friendly. Based on the experience we have had so far, we...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Gracemont Senior Living is a senior community located on the northern border of Georgia in the town of Cumming. Gracemont is located in a lightly populated rural countryside that is dotted with small forests and neighbors Dunroven Lake. The nearby city of Dawsonville offers a wide selection of...
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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.
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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we felt secure in that my moms care was the best it could be under the circumstances. very lovely area that really reminded her of her own home.
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.
One floor living on 28 acres of beautiful land. Serene and peaceful describe this modern home, among flower gardens. Spacious private home with well appointed rooms. Licensed for 3 residents, but only having 2, in order to have customized, one on one quality time to spend with our residents in a...
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They did an excellent job at Tanglewood Community! It is a very nice place, and they take great care of the residents here. I like that they do not segregate the memory care patients, and allow everyone to...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Tanglewood provides Assisted Living, Respite, and Adult Day Care services. The atmosphere at Tanglewood is rich in daily activities, with restaurant-style dining, lavishly decorated interiors with large common areas and smaller quant and intimate setting nooks. Our residents are viewed as guest...
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Cost of assisted living in Dougherty, GA

The average cost of senior living in Dougherty is $4,265 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Dahlonega, GA with an average of $3,604 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Dougherty, GA vs. nearby cities

Dougherty, GA
$4,265/mo
$3,604/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Dougherty, GA vs. the state and national average

Dougherty, GA
$4,265/mo
$3,594/mo
U.S. national average
$4,553/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Dougherty vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$4,265/mo
$4,613/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Dougherty, GA by room type

Semi-Private
$4,000/mo
Studio
$4,875/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,163/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,070/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Dougherty over time

Dougherty, GAGA stateNational

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Dougherty, GA

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What families are saying about assisted living in Dougherty

Recent reviews for assisted living in Dougherty

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.

Wisdom Well Living LLC in Sugar Hill, GA

5.0
My loved one has been participating in the exercise classes. So far it has been going very well the staff are all attentive and caring. The community is kept clean and organized. I would recommend the Wisdom Well Living to families everyone there communicate well with me and have answered any ...
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Brickmont of John's Creek in Cumming, GA

5.0
The staff was wonderful and very helpful, even though my Father was very difficult at times. They worked with me to get a plan to get him better, unfortunately he wasn't very cooperative.

Dougherty review score based on 40 family reviews

6.9
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This proprietary review score is based on 40 reviews of 7 Dougherty assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Dougherty 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

Dougherty review score compared against nearby cities

6.9
Dougherty, GA7 facilities
6.6
Dawsonville, GA6 facilities
5.9
Dahlonega, GA15 facilities

Review subcategories for Dougherty 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 40 reviews of 7 Dougherty assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Dougherty 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.
Dougherty, GA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.8
4.5
Friendliness
4.7
4.6
Care services
4.4
4.2
Staff
4.6
4.5
Meals & dining
4.1
4.1
Activities
4.6
4.0
Value for cost*
4.2
4.1
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Dougherty assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Dougherty assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Dougherty, 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 Dougherty 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 Dougherty that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Dougherty, GANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
71.4%
51.6%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
57.1%
33%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
85.7%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
71.4%
56.2%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
42.9%
29.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
71.4%
47.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
85.7%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Dougherty 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 Dougherty Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Dougherty, GANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
85.7%
50.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
57.1%
31.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
71.4%
40.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
28.6%
13.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Dougherty 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 Dougherty partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Dougherty, GANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
14.3%
26.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
85.7%
39.2%
No sugar
No sugar
85.7%
36.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
71.4%
34.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.3%
12.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Dougherty 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 Dougherty communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Dougherty, GANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
71.4%
30.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
71.4%
41.2%
Room service
Room service
85.7%
35%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
42.9%
17.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Dougherty 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 Dougherty offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Dougherty, GANational
Activity director
Activity director
71.4%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
57.1%
30.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
28.6%
29.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
71.4%
49%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
85.7%
48.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
100%
51.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
42.9%
40.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
42.9%
33.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
42.9%
36.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
57.1%
45.5%
Live performances
Live performances
71.4%
45.9%
Dances
Dances
28.6%
28.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
71.4%
44.8%
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State regulations for assisted living in Dougherty

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 Dougherty protect seniors.

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