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Assisted living costs in Fort Lamar average about $4,037 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 208 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 Highlands Senior Living Jefferson
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Everyone is so caring. I tell my friends that Highlands Senior Living is a hidden little gem. I am thankful for all the welcoming smiles when I visit. My sister has made friends and has regained her...
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.
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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Moving Mom to a facility was a very hard decision. The administration answered all of our questions and were there for us. We had a wonderful experience with Mom at Avery Village. She was on their memory...
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
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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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My mother had been able to live with family until a few days after her 100th birthday. She fell and broke her leg which required major surgery. After the fall she was not able to come back home. The Veranda...
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.
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...
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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...
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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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Cost of assisted living in Fort Lamar, GA

The average cost of senior living in Fort Lamar is $4,037 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Arcade, GA with an average of $3,666 per month.

Assisted living costs in Fort Lamar, GA, vs. nearby cities

Fort Lamar, GA
$4,037/mo
$4,130/mo

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

Fort Lamar, GA
$4,037/mo
$3,744/mo
U.S. national average
$4,698/mo

Assisted living costs in Fort Lamar, GA, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$4,037/mo
$4,174/mo

Assisted living costs in Fort Lamar, GA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,663/mo
Studio
$4,359/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,585/mo

Senior living costs in Fort Lamar 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: Fort Lamar, GA
Column state: Georgia
Column national: U.S.
Community typeFort Lamar, GAGeorgiaU.S.
Assisted Living$4,037/mo$3,744/mo$4,698/mo
Memory Care$4,174/mo$4,281/mo$4,946/mo
Independent Living$3,961/mo$4,359/mo$4,153/mo
Assisted Living
Fort Lamar, GA:$4,037/mo
Georgia:$3,744/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Memory Care
Fort Lamar, GA:$4,174/mo
Georgia:$4,281/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
Independent Living
Fort Lamar, GA:$3,961/mo
Georgia:$4,359/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
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Assisted living costs in Fort Lamar, GA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Fort Lamar 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
Fort Lamar, GA$4,443/mo$4,342/mo+2.3%
Georgia$4,320/mo$4,115/mo+5.0%
National$5,375/mo$5,129/mo+4.8%
Fort Lamar, GA
2024 average cost:$4,443/mo
2023 average cost:$4,342/mo
Percent change:+2.3%
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 Fort Lamar, 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 Fort Lamar.

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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The Veranda at Carnesville

4.9
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 institution but rather a home away from home. We trust the Veranda and would highly recommend it ...
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Legacy Village of Athens in Watkinsville, GA

4.8
It has been a good experience at St. Gabriel Athens. My room is spacious and has extra storage built in. They repainted it a lovely color for me. I just really like it. The only problem has been the food. Sometimes the food that's supposed to be hot is not hot when you get it. And sometimes ...
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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%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
33.3%
33.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
100%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
83.3%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
33.3%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
100%
52.4%
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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%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
33.3%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
100%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
16.7%
13.7%
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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
33.3%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
66.7%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
50%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
50%
36.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
33.3%
17.3%
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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
33.3%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
66.7%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
33.3%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
33.3%
18%
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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
50%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33.3%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
16.7%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
100%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
83.3%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
66.7%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
33.3%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
33.3%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
83.3%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
16.7%
30.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
33.3%
46%
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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 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 Fort Lamar protect seniors.
Learn about Georgia assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

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Highlands Senior Living Jefferson, Avery Village and The Gables at Cobb Village are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Fort Lamar, Georgia. See full list of communities.
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