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Assisted living costs in Fort Lamar average about $3,971 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 13 communities in Fort Lamar. Our detailed directory has 196 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 Brookside Commerce
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9.0
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37 reviews
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Staff have been helpful with those special, individualized needs that my aunt has. They do their best to work with us on special requests. Food needs to have more flavor. When I've tasted my aunts food,...
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.
Brookside Commerce is a senior living community offering a wide range of care services in Commerce, GA. Commerce boasts small town southern charm with convenient access to the metropolitan areas of Athens and Atlanta. Our town has many fun events year-round, a thriving downtown area, eclectic...
Photo of The Gables at Cobb Village
77 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.5
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6 reviews
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What we really like the most about this community is the overall friendliness and we would recommend The Gables at Cobb Village to other families who may need a place for their loved ones.
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.
The Gables at Cobb Village is a senior residence provides seniors with a community that is made just for them and offers them a comfortable place to call home. Located in Royston, GA, this community offers much to its residents. Guests of this community's residents will find the Royston Wellness...
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Photo of The Veranda at Carnesville
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Our mom spent her last two precious years at The Veranda receiving the best care. We are very thankful to the staff and owners who created a safe and warm environment for her. It didn’t feel like an...
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.
We provide gentle guidance and oversight while fostering dignity and encouraging independence. Our staff manages medication and assists with bathing and grooming. Three home-cooked meals are served daily in our country style dining room, and activities are offered daily to engage and stimulate...
Photo of Bountiful Hills Senior Living
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They were kind and compassionate to my husband and kind to me and other family members. My husband was only there for a total of 22 days with a hospital stay in the middle which lasted 6 days. I would...
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.
Photo of Hampton House Facility
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no activities. no entertainment. no crafts. no bingo. no games. no exercise. no community involvement. no one plays the piano, no singing. nothing going on. residents sleep, eat and read old newspaper. ...
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.
The Hampton House is nestled in the curve of a quiet, small town street in Colbert GA. This historic home, which was built in the early 1900's, received a total renovation in 2008 keeping true to it's original stunning state created by the Hampton Family. The Hampton House opened its doors in...
Photo of The Pines of Maysville
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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.
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6.9
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Our family was very pleased with Avery Village. It was an agonizing decision for us to place our mother in a memory care facility. Our first meeting with the director put us at ease. She came in and made...
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.
Avery Village, our Winterville senior living community, has recently received a beautiful renovation! We continue to provide thoughtful, compassionate care in a warm, lively community. We develop individual care plans to meet the needs of each resident. Nursing staff is available 24 hours a day...
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33 Floor plans available
Pricing promotion expiring soon
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The reason for the 4s was due to Covid. They had a large turnover when the government (taxpayers) started paying people to stay home who were "afraid" to work in the health field. Prior to that, it was all...
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.
Located in historic Jefferson, Georgia, and situated on 5 acres overlooking an 8-acre lake, Highlands Senior Living Jefferson offers a friendly and homey environment.Designed to promote socializing, Highlands Senior Living Jefferson provides a great room with a cozy fireplace and four comfortable...
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Cost of assisted living in Fort Lamar, GA

The average cost of senior living in Fort Lamar is $3,971 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Nicholson, GA with an average of $3,575 per month.

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

Fort Lamar, GA
$3,971/mo
$4,116/mo

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

Fort Lamar, GA
$3,971/mo
$3,625/mo
U.S. national average
$4,732/mo

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

Assisted Living
$3,971/mo
$4,105/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,599/mo
Studio
$4,752/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,307/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Fort Lamar over time

Fort Lamar, GAGA stateNational

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Fort Lamar, GA

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What families are saying about assisted living in Fort Lamar

Recent reviews for assisted living in Fort Lamar

BeeHive Homes of Toccoa

5.0
My dad was only at this house house for a short time but while he was there he had received excellent care from the caregivers and other staff. They made sure the residence was always clean and that they had hot tasty throughout the deals. I overall have no complaints and would recommend this ...
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Avery Village in Winterville, GA

4.5
We decided on Avery Place because they were closest to home. We walked through the facility and we liked what we saw and they seemed to be very on top of things. It is a small facility and I think they do really well. The food that they fix looks great but my mother does not eat much. They are ...
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Arbor Terrace Athens

4.6
Director, [name removed], is a great communicator and goes the extra mile. The staff at Arbor Terrace work with our loved one to help her take advantage of the services and activities available to her. The atmosphere is warm and welcoming and the food is good.

Fort Lamar review score based on 25 family reviews

7.1
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This proprietary review score is based on 25 reviews of 8 Fort Lamar assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Fort Lamar 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

Fort Lamar review score compared against nearby cities

7.1
Fort Lamar, GA8 facilities
7.7
Ila, GA9 facilities
8.1
Franklin Springs, GA139 facilities

Review subcategories for Fort Lamar 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 25 reviews of 8 Fort Lamar assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Fort Lamar 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.
Fort Lamar, GA averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.6
4.5
Friendliness
4.2
4.6
Care services
3.6
4.2
Staff
4.0
4.5
Meals & dining
3.6
4.1
Activities
3.2
4.1
Value for cost*
3.6
4.1
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Fort Lamar assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Fort Lamar assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Fort Lamar, 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 Fort Lamar 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 Fort Lamar that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Fort Lamar, GANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
100%
52.1%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
50%
33.3%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
100%
56.5%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
75%
29.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
50%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
100%
53.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Fort Lamar 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 Fort Lamar Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Fort Lamar, GANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
100%
51%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
50%
32%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
100%
40.9%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
25%
13.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Fort Lamar 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 Fort Lamar partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Fort Lamar, GANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
37.5%
26.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
75%
39.8%
No sugar
No sugar
50%
36.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
62.5%
35%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
37.5%
13.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Fort Lamar 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 Fort Lamar communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Fort Lamar, GANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
37.5%
30.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
75%
41.7%
Room service
Room service
50%
35.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
25%
17.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Fort Lamar 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 Fort Lamar offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Fort Lamar, GANational
Activity director
Activity director
62.5%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
62.5%
30.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25%
29.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
100%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
87.5%
48.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
62.5%
52.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
75%
40.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
50%
34.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
62.5%
37.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
62.5%
46.1%
Live performances
Live performances
87.5%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
37.5%
29.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
50%
45.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Fort Lamar

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 Fort Lamar protect seniors.

Learn about Georgia Assisted Living regulations

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Arbor Terrace Athens, Brookside Commerce and Haven Memory Care of Athens are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Fort Lamar, Georgia. See full list of communities.

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