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Assisted living costs in Ellijay average about $4,266 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 256 communities in Ellijay. Our detailed directory has 5131 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 The Garden Plaza at Cleveland
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It has been such a great experience, my mom loves it here! The director of the facility has been up twice to visit her. The food is fantastic with multiple choices at each meal. Maintenance is great. They...
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.
Photo of Legacy Ridge at Alpharetta
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To an outsider, it looked ideal. Our loved one wasn't as happy as we wanted her to be, so we looked at another place and she seemed to like it more. So we left after 6 months or so. My advice is to Jump into...
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.
If you or your loved one are looking for assisted living or memory care services in Alpharetta, GA, our community will meet their needs and more. Set against a charming Southern backdrop with greenery, walking paths and gardening beds, Legacy Ridge at Alpharetta provides a scenic and enriching...
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What we like the most about the community is the friendliness of the staff...improve on the consistency of the food. Yes, we would recommend Benton House to other families based on the experience.
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.
We currently have availability in our assisted living, memory care and adult day program. We also offer our confident caregiver seminar / workshop, geared towards helping caregivers be successful in their roles.
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They can always improve on the food quality. Food is always cold. It. Is always clean never have I walked in and it smells like a nursing home.
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.
Our home care services include housekeeping and linen service. Also included are utilities and comprehensive meal services three times daily in the dining room. Our staff is on duty 24 hours a day. We provide weekly housekeeping and trash removal, transportation can be arranged by appointment, we...
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Overall experience is good. Staff, cleanliness, and apartment size are great. Food is fair. There is accessibility to on site physician, dentist, optometrist, podiatrist , physical therapy is excellent. I...
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.
Southern hospitality at its finest! Located North West of Atlanta, PruittPlace Kennesaw is close to many amenities. Our residents enjoy an active lifestyle with peace of mind that comes from knowing that assistance is always available should they need it.
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My mom (and seems like everyone else) are dissatisfied with the food. That would prob be main complaint. I'm sure they have to keep things bland for specialized diets but it would be nice to maybe have a...
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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Had a couple of problems with scheduling the bus and my mom says the food was just ok. The staff was great. I would recommend it to others. I thought it had a lot to offer for a reasonable price.
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.
Lotus Village, our senior living community located in the heart of Cumming, is known for being warm, inviting, and active. We develop individual care plans to meet the needs of each resident, and a full-time nursing staff is available 24 hours a day to provide clinical oversight and coordination...
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Excellent staff and activities. I would recommend to others. [removed] was sold to The Overlook in [date removed]. Much improvement.
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.
Offering Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care, Heartis Suwanee provides the support you need to remain living as independently as possible, plus everything you want to continue to lead a full, active, and enjoyable life. It’s the perfect balance of 24-hour support and an engaging...
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The Staff and Nurses have all been wonderful at taking care of my Mom. When we moved in three years ago, the price was great. Its clean, the food is good, and the activities director keeps them busy....
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.
A great place to call home! At Enlivant, we honor the commitments we make to our residents and their families. Our goal is to enhance our resident's quality of life by providing a warm, caring environment that fosters independence, dignity and choice of each resident. Our residents are often...
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The staff is wonderful. They all love [name removed]. I would most definitely recommend them to others who are searching for a place for their loved one.
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.
At Cedarhurst of Canton, it’s our mission to tailor senior living to you so you can feel loved, valued, and supported each and every day. Our senior living community in Canton, Georgia, offers assisted living for those who require assistance with activities of daily living and memory care for...
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Photo of Charter of Cleveland
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5 on all categories. We couldn't be more pleased! The caregivers are so sweet and considerate, there are a multitude of activities (though my MIL doesn't participate in many yet), & many activities involve...
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.
Located near Interstate 75, Morningside of Cleveland is a community of neighbors, each with a lifetime of experiences to share. It is more than a place to live it is a place for living! We offer all the comforts of home combined with individualized assistance. Our Healthy Generation philosophy is...
Photo of Southern Oaks Assisted Living
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Very happy with the facility. My Mom loves the food and has made friends. In-house prescription service is extremely expensive. Other than that very reasonably priced.
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.
Southern Oaks Assisted Living is an assisted living community located in the great city of Chattanooga, TN. This assisted living community offers a safe home to those who are in need of daily assistance, and it provides those individuals with a home in a city that is full of entertainment...
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The exercise facility and therapy are first class. The residents we met were up beat and very much engaged in the notion of "Keep it moving!" When you walk into other facilities, you are greeted by seemingly...
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.
Atria Senior Living is proud to offer exceptional independent living, assisted living and supportive living communities in Georgia. Atria North Point provides gracious senior living in the Metro Atlanta area. When searching for a retirement living community or senior apartment to call home, visit...
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Super caring staff. Terrible communication with admin on site. They could prepare vegetables consistently , using more local farm-to-table. They advertise " chef" and I am pretty sure he has experience as a...
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.
The Glen Villas offers the best community living environment tailored to fit the individual needs of the residents, and serve their respective families with empathy and respect. The caring team is passionate about building special relationship with each resident and they always serve them with...
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[names removed] are all amazing and they go out of their way to care for people and to handle situations. They do have some other employees that could use some work and they still need to work on their...
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.
All the Comforts of HomeIs there anything more frustrating than canceling on your friends because the sink is leaking or declining a social invitation because the laundry is piling up? When you decide to move into our assisted living community, you never have to worry about missing out on fun...
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The staff are very kind. The food is edible, but could be better. My loved one is in memory care and doing well there. The room and overall facility are clean. Her apartment is a comfortable size. A lot of...
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.
Historic Roswell Place offers a beautiful assisted living and memory care community for seniors in the Roswell, GA area.With a warm and welcoming environment, our intimate setting provides a relaxing retreat filled with historic charm and southern hospitality.Our residents become friends quickly,...
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Yes! They've done SOME things to update facilities, but overall, the public areas of the building, and especially the interior gardens & patios are VERY dilapidated & get NO MAINTENANCE. Not a flower to be...
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.
We are continuing to admit new Residents, where possible and appropriate, and look forward to continuing to serve area seniors and their families. Ask about our lifetime veterans saving program and other special offers!
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love the cottage and the other residents, but the food is horrible!! I did my due diligence and checked their website before signing the contract and it represented that they served balanced and nutritious...
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.
A Place Where Your Loved One Feels at Home – and Truly LivesNestled in the heart of Buford, GA—just minutes from the Mall of Georgia, local shopping, and exciting minor league baseball—our senior living community offers more than just care. We offer a lifestyle full of joy, connection, and...
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Regal Pointe East Cobb is five stars hands down!!! After the unexpected loss of my mom and my dad needing full time care, we found Regal. The whole staff has made us feel like family and have given me peace...
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.
Regal Pointe of East Cobb offers senior apartments to accommodate Assisted Living, Transitional Care, and Memory Care options. Offering an affordable, supportive lifestyle that includes personalized care, exciting entertainment, restaurant style dining, and much more! Our senior living community...
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Several shoes have been lost. I replaced some over the holidays and they are now missing again. It's costly to have to keep replacing them. It would be nice to have email or some form of communication with...
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.
Inspired Living at Alpharetta is a vibrant and innovative community that offers assisted living and memory care options. Whether you or your loved one needs a little assistance or requires personalized memory care, you can be assured that we will provide a lifestyle that brings comfort, safety,...
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They evaluated him as soon as he arrived to determine his needs. They met with my husband and myself and communicated with us consistently. They were able to meet his needs at level three which was a huge...
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.
Step into a Sunrise Senior Living community and you can't help but feel at home. At Sunrise of Johns Creek,we stop at nothing to make your experience warm and inviting, from our homelike exterior architecture to our comfortable community areas and choice of suites to our exceptional outdoor...
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Stefanie was very thorough and helpful every step of the way. Brenda at the front desk and Alan over maintenance are both amazing and very nice. Anything that came up was immediately addressed and resolved....
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.
When you’re here, you’re home.If you’re looking for the care you need when you need it all on one campus with a personal care home and Alzheimer’s and dementia care, our senior living community in Canton, Georgia, could be the right fit for you. Live well and age well with while you build new...
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Addington Place is now Chapters Senior Living. My sister is very happy there although she is not very thrilled with the food . She enjoys most of the activities. She has never been one to do crafts so she...
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.
Welcome to Chapters Living of Alpharetta!Discover a new chapter of living—where elegance, comfort, and compassionate care come together seamlessly. At Chapters Living of Alpharetta, every detail is designed to inspire connection and well-being. Our thoughtfully appointed community features...
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Many times the food is carb-heavy, making it difficult for diabetic residents. The staff is friendly, but they are short-staffed most weekends and mornings. They need to add more variety to the food menu.
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.
Sunabella of Towne Lake offers three types of apartment homes for seniors – deluxe studios, one-bedroom apartments (includes a separate living room and private screened porch), and two-bedroom apartments – all with kitchenettes.This affordable community offers a safe and loving home-like...
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The food is very good, attendants are very cordial, premises are kept nicely. Very good activities. Only negative thing is sometimes response time is slow. Any problems are easily resolved with upper...
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.
Arbor Terrace of Johns Creek provides the highest quality of geriatric care and assisted living in the Suwanee, Georgia area, including innovative memory care designed specifically for those affected by Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias. Every resident receives unique and personalized care...

Cost of assisted living in Ellijay, GA

The average cost of senior living in Ellijay is $4,266 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Blue Ridge, GA with an average of $3,406 per month.

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

Ellijay, GA
$4,266/mo

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

Ellijay, GA
$4,266/mo
$3,807/mo
U.S. national average
$4,784/mo

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

Assisted Living
$4,266/mo
$4,590/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,325/mo
Studio
$4,242/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,111/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,243/mo

Senior living costs in Ellijay 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: Ellijay, GA
Column state: Georgia
Column national: U.S.
Community typeEllijay, GAGeorgiaU.S.
Assisted Living$4,266/mo$3,807/mo$4,784/mo
Memory Care$4,590/mo$4,373/mo$5,056/mo
Independent Living$4,201/mo$4,447/mo$4,247/mo
Assisted Living
Ellijay, GA:$4,266/mo
Georgia:$3,807/mo
U.S.:$4,784/mo
Memory Care
Ellijay, GA:$4,590/mo
Georgia:$4,373/mo
U.S.:$5,056/mo
Independent Living
Ellijay, GA:$4,201/mo
Georgia:$4,447/mo
U.S.:$4,247/mo
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Assisted living costs in Ellijay, GA, over time

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

Ellijay, GAGA stateNational

Assisted living cost trends in Ellijay, GA

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Ellijay 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
Ellijay, GA$4,352/mo$4,143/mo+5.0%
Georgia$4,316/mo$4,119/mo+4.8%
National$5,378/mo$5,133/mo+4.8%
Ellijay, GA
2024 average cost:$4,352/mo
2023 average cost:$4,143/mo
Percent change:+5.0%
Georgia
2024 average cost:$4,316/mo
2023 average cost:$4,119/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
National
2024 average cost:$5,378/mo
2023 average cost:$5,133/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Ellijay, 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 Ellijay.

What families are saying about assisted living in Ellijay

Recent reviews for assisted living in Ellijay

Sunrise of East Cobb in Marietta, GA

4.0
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

5.0
We moved our dad here in January of this year. I have been so happy with the quality of care and cleanliness. All of the other families of the residents that I’ve met are all so kind. The food is excellent as well! I highly recommend Cumming Nursing Center for your loved one.

The Phoenix at Roswell

5.0
My husband has been at Pacifica about a month. He has Parkinson's Dementia. This includes a major change in personality making it impossible for me to keep him at home. He can turn from a sweet helpful man to a raging angry man in a matter of seconds. Sometimes, even I don't see the transition ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Staff's attentiveness to resident needs. Many reviews express appreciation for the staff's responsiveness to residents' needs at Brickmont of Acworth, Vitality Living Milton, and Brickmont of Woodstock. Families have reported that caregivers go above and beyond to ensure their loved ones are comfortable and well taken care of.
Personalized activities for residents. Residents enjoy a variety of activities at communities like Merrill Gardens at Woodstock, The Phoenix at James Creek, and Towne Club Windermere. These activities cater to individual interests, keeping residents engaged and active.
Communication between staff and families. Families value clear and frequent communication from staff at Brickmont Roswell, The Retreat at Jasper, and Oaks at Shiloh Point. This transparency helps families stay informed and involved in their loved ones' care.
Quality of food and dining experiences. Throughout the reviews, quality meals stand out as a major factor in residents' satisfaction with their community. Oaks at Ellijay, Oaks at Hampton, and Brickmont of Woodstock all mention delicious and varied meals that residents look forward to.
Friendly and helpful staff. Many reviews highlight the kindness and approachability of staff members at Lakes at Gainesville Assisted Living, Village Park Milton, and Grace Living of Marietta. These staff members go the extra mile to create a welcoming environment.
Well-maintained facilities. Reviews consistently mention cleanliness as a priority, with some commenting specifically on upkeep, whether it's for the private rooms or group areas. Residents of The Phoenix at Milton and Brickmont of Acworth mention the pristine bathrooms and renovated common areas.
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Ellijay review score based on 967 family reviews

8.3
Review score221 facilities967 reviewsWrite a review
This proprietary review score is based on 967 reviews of 221 Ellijay assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Ellijay 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

Ellijay review score compared against nearby cities

8.3
Ellijay, GA221 facilities
8.3
East Ellijay, GA263 facilities
8.2
Talking Rock, GA375 facilities

Review subcategories for Ellijay 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 967 reviews of 221 Ellijay assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Ellijay 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.
Ellijay, GA averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.5
3.8
Friendliness
3.6
3.8
Care services
3.2
3.5
Staff
3.4
3.7
Meals & dining
3.1
3.4
Activities
3.1
3.4
Value for cost*
3.2
3.4
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Ellijay assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Ellijay assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Ellijay, 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 Ellijay 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 Ellijay that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Ellijay, GANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
70.6%
52.9%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
49.3%
34.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
92.8%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
97.7%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
79.2%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
39.4%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97.3%
96.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
71.5%
47.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
73.3%
52.8%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Ellijay 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 Ellijay Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Ellijay, GANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
74.7%
51.7%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
50.2%
32.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
67%
41.4%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
24%
13.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Ellijay 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 Ellijay partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Ellijay, GANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
26.2%
27.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
57.9%
41.5%
No sugar
No sugar
55.7%
38%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
56.1%
36.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
23.5%
18.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Ellijay 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 Ellijay communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Ellijay, GANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
43%
31.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
57.5%
42.8%
Room service
Room service
50.7%
37.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20.8%
18.3%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Ellijay 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 Ellijay offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Ellijay, GANational
Activity director
Activity director
59.3%
46.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
42.1%
31.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
35.7%
30.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
71.5%
49.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
60.6%
49.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
73.8%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
54.8%
41.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
50.2%
36%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
48%
38.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
59.3%
47.3%
Live performances
Live performances
57%
47.5%
Dances
Dances
40.7%
31%
Fitness center
Fitness center
21.3%
24.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
59.7%
46.5%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

State regulations for assisted living in Ellijay

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