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Assisted living costs in Prior average about $3,684 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 156 communities in Prior. Our detailed directory has 2345 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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The staff at Peniston PCH provide excellent services and the organization really does care for their in-home care clients and their residents at the personal care home. The staff and management all have...
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.
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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.
B & K Garden Homes is a senior care home located in Smyrna, GA, located in Cobb County. Located just 10 miles from Atlanta, Smyrna is known as the 'Jonquil City' because of the thousands of jonquils that bloom in gardens and along the streets in the spring. It is filled with charming,...
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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, Nursing Homes
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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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Cost of assisted living in Prior, GA

The average cost of senior living in Prior is $3,684 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Mount Zion, GA with an average of $3,396 per month.

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

Prior, GA
$3,684/mo
$4,003/mo

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

Prior, GA
$3,684/mo
$3,757/mo
U.S. national average
$4,707/mo

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

Assisted Living
$3,684/mo
$4,327/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,854/mo
Private
$4,745/mo
Studio
$4,296/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,759/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,673/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,643/mo

Senior living costs in Prior 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: Prior, GA
Column state: Georgia
Column national: U.S.
Community typePrior, GAGeorgiaU.S.
Assisted Living$3,684/mo$3,757/mo$4,707/mo
Memory Care$4,327/mo$4,298/mo$4,957/mo
Independent Living$3,828/mo$4,372/mo$4,163/mo
Assisted Living
Prior, GA:$3,684/mo
Georgia:$3,757/mo
U.S.:$4,707/mo
Memory Care
Prior, GA:$4,327/mo
Georgia:$4,298/mo
U.S.:$4,957/mo
Independent Living
Prior, GA:$3,828/mo
Georgia:$4,372/mo
U.S.:$4,163/mo
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Assisted living costs in Prior, GA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Prior 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Prior, GA$4,221/mo$3,980/mo+6.1%
Georgia$4,320/mo$4,115/mo+5.0%
National$5,375/mo$5,129/mo+4.8%
Prior, GA
2024 average cost:$4,221/mo
2023 average cost:$3,980/mo
Percent change:+6.1%
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 Prior, GA

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What families are saying about assisted living in Prior

Recent reviews for assisted living in Prior

Highlands Senior Living Cartersville

5.0
The staff is really great!! Most of them have cared for a family member with dementia so they are compassionate for what they do. Very knowledgeable and able to help navigate the resident and family members. Great facility!Love the staff! I spoke to residents and family and all say staff is ...
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The Oaks - Carrollton

5.0
The staff is extremely knowledgeable about the residents - They don't have to go refer to a chart, the minute I walk in they all have an update. They are very kind. They actually know each and every resident and their family. They go the extra mile and will call if they feel like something needs ...
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Autumn Cove Assisted Living in Anniston, AL

5.0
The staff has been wonderful. My loved one gets out and mingles. I am happy so far,. It is a good place for your loved ones, and so far we have not had any issues. My loved one is getting more attention, and it is more affordable. Overall, I don't have any negative comments/feedback.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Compassionate and responsive staff. Numerous reviews praise the kindness and attentiveness of the staff at various senior living communities. At Canterfield of Kennesaw, for example, residents and their families appreciate the staff's efforts to keep them informed and involved. However, at Village Park West Cobb, there are con ...
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High-quality meals and dining experiences. Several reviews highlight the importance of quality meals in residents' overall satisfaction with their living arrangements. At Canterfield of Kennesaw, the food is described as delicious, while McClellan Senior Living mentions the variety of meal options and accommodations for dietary restr ...
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Secure and clean living environments. Many reviews emphasize the importance of a clean and safe living environment for senior residents. At Silver Comet Senior Village, for instance, the rooms are praised for their size and the grounds for their walking trails. However, at Magnolia Place Healthcare Center, concerns about cleanli ...
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Variety of engaging activities. Engaging activities are a key feature in many reviews, with residents and their families expressing appreciation for the opportunities to socialize and stay active. At Canterfield of Kennesaw, the activities director is singled out for her efforts to keep residents engaged, while Oaks at Acwo ...
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Supportive and helpful management. Reviews also highlight the role of strong management in creating a positive living experience for seniors. At Celebration Village Acworth, the directors are described as professional and friendly, while The Carriages of Marietta praises the new leadership for their dedication to continuous i ...
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Comfortable and personable atmosphere. A friendly and welcoming atmosphere is a common theme in positive reviews, with residents and their families appreciating the sense of community and homelike environment. At Greenwood Place, for example, the staff's kindness and attentiveness made a big difference for one family.
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Prior review score based on 540 family reviews

8.0
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This proprietary review score is based on 540 reviews of 129 Prior assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Prior 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

Prior review score compared against nearby cities

8.0
Prior, GA129 facilities
8.1
Cave Spring, GA175 facilities
9.1
Cedartown, GA6 facilities

Review subcategories for Prior 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 540 reviews of 129 Prior assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Prior 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.
Prior, GA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.0
4.0
Friendliness
4.1
4.1
Care services
3.8
3.8
Staff
3.9
4.0
Meals & dining
3.6
3.6
Activities
3.6
3.7
Value for cost*
3.7
3.7
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Prior assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Prior assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Prior, 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 Prior 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 Prior that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Prior, GANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
58.1%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
38%
33.9%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
89.1%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
62.8%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
27.9%
30.1%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
93.8%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
60.5%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
62%
52.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Prior 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 Prior Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Prior, GANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
62.8%
51.4%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
38.8%
32.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
55.8%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
25.6%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Prior 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 Prior partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Prior, GANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
17.1%
27.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
38.8%
41%
No sugar
No sugar
38.8%
37.6%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
38.8%
36.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
19.4%
17.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Prior 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 Prior communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Prior, GANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
32.6%
31.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
41.1%
42.4%
Room service
Room service
38.8%
36.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
19.4%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Prior 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 Prior offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Prior, GANational
Activity director
Activity director
44.2%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
31.8%
31.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
31.8%
30.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
62%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
49.6%
49.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
60.5%
52.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
42.6%
41.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
38%
35.5%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
40.3%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
46.5%
46.9%
Live performances
Live performances
46.5%
47%
Dances
Dances
33.3%
30.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
14.7%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
47.3%
46.1%
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State regulations for assisted living in Prior

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

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Big Springs Village, Highland Senior Living Rome and The Fountains of Calhoun are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Prior, Georgia. See full list of communities.
There are 156 assisted living facilities near Prior, Georgia. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Prior, Georgia are Highland Senior Living Rome, Presbyterian Village of Cobb and McClellan Senior Living. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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