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Assisted living costs in Elder average about $3,330 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 243 communities in Elder. Our detailed directory has 2572 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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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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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.
Divine Touch Personal Care Home Divine Touch Personal Care Home is located in the rural city of Stone Mountain, which is part of DeKalb County in the state of Georgia. This senior care home is small and has all the charm of a country locale can offer. From quiet surroundings to friendly...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Residential Care Home
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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.
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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Things are going fantastic at Covenant of Golden Age Care. Her health seems to be improving since she has been there and she seems to be very happy. We are very pleased with the facility so far.
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.
Covenant of Golden Age Care Covenant of Golden Age Care is located in Jackson, GA in Butts County. This residential care home is in a community named after governor James Jackson. It is a beautiful, quite place to live and it enjoys warm climates all year round. Family and friends who visit the...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: 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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My dad was brought to this facility unable to move about by himself much. After being at this facility for less than two weeks, he was able to lift himself out of his wheelchair. The people here really...
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.
Golden Retreat is a licensed personal care home located in Henry County, which provides 24 hour care for seniors unable to live by themselves. Our home is located in a beautiful quiet neighborhood, just minutes away from major highways, local shopping mall and hospital. With over 20 years of...
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I had my mom staying here for over two years and she tells me the caregivers are extremely patient and understanding. Reflecting in the state of their home and how well they keep it together .
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.
Elderly Heaven is a residential care home located in Lithonia, GA, located in DeKalb County. Lithonia is home to Stone Mountain, comprised of a rock known as Lithonia gneiss, which is where the city got its name. As part of the Atlanta Metropolitan area, you will get to enjoy the charm of a small...
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My mom has been under the care of Grosvenor Pch for more than a year now. I can not say enough about the top-quality care she receives daily. The home is kept immaculate and the staff is caring, friendly,...
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.
Grosvenor PCH is a beautifully decorated homely ranch located in Central Stone Mountains. Our capacity is 3. We are currently accepting residents who can move around slight dementia and early Alzheimer's. We are licensed and all staff members are trained professionals. We serve 3 nutritious meals...
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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.
Adam and Eve Personal Care Home is a beautiful residential care home that is situated in Decatur, GA in DeKalb County. Mark Trail Park, Georgia Aquarium, QuickShot Shooting Range, Stone Mountain Park, and Atlanta Botanical Garden top the list of stunning attractions neighboring our community....
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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.
Adam and Eve Personal Care Home is located in Decatur, GA in DeKalb County. This residential care home provides daily support to you in an area that is great to call home. Those who spend time in Decatur as visitors and as residents enjoy checking out all that is offered in the area including...
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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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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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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.
K&W Care Homes is a residential facility located in a very quiet neighborhood in beautiful Stone Mountain, Georgia. Our facility is locally owned and operated by 2 Registered Nurses with over 30 years of combined experience. In our facility, our CNAs are trained to properly care for adults...
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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.
Praise Personal CarePraise Personal Care is a senior care home in Stone Mountain, GA within DeKalb County. The small population in this region leads to a nice, peaceful place to live. Stone Mountain is also very close to Atlanta so there are plenty of things to see and do when family members and...

Cost of assisted living in Elder, GA

The average cost of senior living in Elder is $3,330 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Social Circle, GA with an average of $3,068 per month.

Assisted living costs in Elder, GA, vs. nearby cities

Elder, GA
$3,330/mo
$3,572/mo

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

Elder, GA
$3,330/mo
$3,757/mo
U.S. national average
$4,707/mo

Assisted living costs in Elder, GA, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$3,330/mo
$4,349/mo

Assisted living costs in Elder, GA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,767/mo
Private
$4,307/mo
Studio
$4,727/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,174/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,634/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,823/mo

Senior living costs in Elder 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: Elder, GA
Column state: Georgia
Column national: U.S.
Community typeElder, GAGeorgiaU.S.
Assisted Living$3,330/mo$3,757/mo$4,707/mo
Memory Care$4,349/mo$4,298/mo$4,958/mo
Independent Living$7,120/mo$4,373/mo$4,164/mo
Assisted Living
Elder, GA:$3,330/mo
Georgia:$3,757/mo
U.S.:$4,707/mo
Memory Care
Elder, GA:$4,349/mo
Georgia:$4,298/mo
U.S.:$4,958/mo
Independent Living
Elder, GA:$7,120/mo
Georgia:$4,373/mo
U.S.:$4,164/mo
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Assisted living costs in Elder, GA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Elder 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 Elder, GA

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Elder 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
Elder, GA$4,401/mo$4,132/mo+6.5%
Georgia$4,320/mo$4,115/mo+5.0%
National$5,375/mo$5,129/mo+4.8%
Elder, GA
2024 average cost:$4,401/mo
2023 average cost:$4,132/mo
Percent change:+6.5%
Georgia
2024 average cost:$4,320/mo
2023 average cost:$4,115/mo
Percent change:+5.0%
National
2024 average cost:$5,375/mo
2023 average cost:$5,129/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Elder, 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 Elder.

What families are saying about assisted living in Elder

Recent reviews for assisted living in Elder

Highland Circle Personal Care Home in Conyers, GA

5.0
Love this place. It is never easy moving a loved one but this has proved to be as close to a home setting as I could find. The staff has been wonderful going the extra mile in making sure my loved one has all of her needs met.

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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J and D Comfort Living Personal Care Home in Lithonia, GA

4.0
Everything is working out pretty well for my mother here at this community. She is doing pretty well so far since her move here. I know she is being care for well. The staff is very attentive and helpful. They are caring for her and her needs fine. This is a community I would recommend to my ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Engaging and friendly staff. Many reviews mention the kindness and attentiveness of the staff at their community. For example, at Sunrise of Webb Gin, the staff members care for residents like family, and at Country Gardens Duluth, they are friendly and always willing to help out. At The Glen at Lake Oconee, the staff ...
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Varied and enjoyable activities. Residents find joy in the diverse activities offered at their communities. At King's Reserve Suwanee, they enjoy the variety of activities, and at Hamilton Place, there is always something new to do. At Sunrise of Five Forks, the staff plans outings and events that cater to individual inte ...
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Well-maintained interior and exterior spaces. Cleanliness and upkeep are important to residents, who appreciate the attention paid to both indoor and outdoor areas. At The Retreat at Conyers, the facilities are updated and nicely decorated, while at The Phoenix at James Creek, the staff ensures the common areas are kept clean and tidy.
Supportive and responsive communication. Residents and their families value the open and frequent communication between themselves and community staff. At Atria Park of Tucker, the director is attentive to concerns and keeps everyone informed, while at The Landing Senior Villages of Bogart, the staff is quick to respond to any quer ...
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Personalized care plans and accommodation. Individual care needs are met through personalized plans and accommodations. At The Retreat at Loganville, the staff accommodates dietary restrictions and preferences, while at The Overlook at Suwanee, they work with residents to meet their unique care requirements.
Sense of community and belonging. Residents feel a strong sense of community and connection at their senior living facility. At Delmar Gardens of Gwinnett, the garden and lake create a cohesive living environment, and at The Glen at Lake Oconee, residents enjoy socializing with their neighbors. At Magnolia Senior Living at ...
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Elder review score based on 427 family reviews

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This proprietary review score is based on 427 reviews of 190 Elder assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Elder 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

Elder review score compared against nearby cities

8.0
Elder, GA190 facilities
7.6
Bishop, GA9 facilities
7.4
Watkinsville, GA11 facilities

Review subcategories for Elder 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 427 reviews of 190 Elder assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Elder 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.
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Cleanliness
3.9
4.0
Friendliness
4.1
4.1
Care services
3.7
3.8
Staff
3.9
4.0
Meals & dining
3.6
3.6
Activities
3.5
3.7
Value for cost*
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Elder assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Elder assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Elder, 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 Elder 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 Elder that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Elder, GANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
58.4%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
38.4%
33.9%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
83.2%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
99.5%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
75.8%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
28.9%
30.1%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
91.1%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
65.8%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
67.9%
52.5%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Elder 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 Elder Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Elder, GANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
76.3%
51.4%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
30%
32.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
62.1%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
17.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Elder 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 Elder partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Elder, GANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
15.8%
27.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
35.8%
41%
No sugar
No sugar
34.2%
37.6%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
55.8%
36.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.2%
17.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Elder 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 Elder communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Elder, GANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
22.1%
31.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
30%
42.4%
Room service
Room service
30%
36.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.2%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Elder 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 Elder offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Elder, GANational
Activity director
Activity director
34.7%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
23.7%
31.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
21.6%
30.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
56.8%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
40%
49.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
62.6%
52.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
31.6%
41.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
23.2%
35.5%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
25.8%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
36.3%
46.9%
Live performances
Live performances
37.9%
47%
Dances
Dances
24.2%
30.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
10.5%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
33.7%
46.1%
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State regulations for assisted living in Elder

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 Elder protect seniors.
Learn about Georgia assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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