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10 Best Nursing Homes in Columbia County, GA

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Columbia County is home to many senior care options, including nursing homes. The term “nursing home” is often used as a catchall for any type of senior care. But it can also refer to actual nursing homes, or skilled nursing facilities, which provide the highest level of medical and rehabilitative care outside of a hospital. Of the 12 nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care communities in Columbia County, the best fit for your loved one will depend on their budget and needs. The cost of nursing home care in Columbia County is about $3,970, but costs tend to increase as care needs increase. To learn more, browse our 130 reviews and explore the services and amenities available in your area.

 

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Nursing Homes Facilities near Columbia County, GA

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Photo of Marshall Pines Transitional Assisted Living and Memory Care
2121 Photos available
11 Floor plan available
9.6
Review score
32 reviews
9.6
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32 reviews
5 star
82%
4 star
3%
3 star
9%
2 star
0%
1 star
6%
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I literally cannot ask for a better experience, all things considered...the staff was insightful, caring, and kept me in the loop. For me, it's the fact that I knew she was safe. She had taken to...
Provides: Memory Care
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.
Here at Marshall Pines, we are more than a memory care facility, we are a memory care community. Located near Perfect Health Urgent Care, it offers a warm and welcoming senior community for those in need of all-inclusive assisted living, transitional assisted living, or memory care in Evans, GA....
Photo of Madison Heights
1010 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
9.5
Review score
43 reviews
9.5
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43 reviews
5 star
65%
4 star
14%
3 star
16%
2 star
0%
1 star
5%
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Madison Heights is excellent so far. The staff is very caring, the activity director has outings and in house activities weekly. You can't beet it for the price.
Provides: Memory Care
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.
Madison Heights is the only dedicated memory care community in the area. Because we serve only memory loss residents, we offer a refreshing and intimate environment tailored to members of our community. Every 67 seconds, someone in the United States develops Alzheimer's disease and with that...
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Photo of Camellia Walk of Evans
1313 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
8.8
Review score
28 reviews
8.8
Review score
28 reviews
5 star
46%
4 star
47%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
7%
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The staff are very friendly and helpful. They could be more proactive in sharing information about medical/physical therapy visits. I get the info, but only when I go ask for it. They need more activities...
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.
Camellia Walk Assisted Living and Memory Care is a 5 year old community with a down to earth home feel. We have over 30 combined years of senior care. We are a Cedarhurst Living Community. Camellia Walk is conveniently located in Evans Ga near Jones Creek subdivision. We have a great staff and...
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Photo of Brandon Wilde
1313 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
8.0
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6 reviews
8.0
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6 reviews
5 star
50%
4 star
33%
3 star
17%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
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Brandon Wilde is a really beautiful place and I know that my loved ones are safe here. I have been disappointed with the follow up from the staff.
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.
Brandon Wilde Features: A) No community entrance fee; B) All-inclusive monthly rate/all care plans included; C) Only area community that has skilled nursing, advanced memory care, and rehabilitation care. Having every care option level in one community provides piece of mind for yourself, your...
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Photo of At Home Senior Living of ThomsonCommunity card badge
1818 Photos available
10
Review score
37 reviews
10
Review score
37 reviews
5 star
97%
4 star
3%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
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My sister is very well care for and loved here. She feels like everyone here is her family. As her sister, it warms my heart for her to feel that way and it makes me feel at ease, that she is so well cared...
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.
Have you ever had a thought that wouldn't go away? Glenn Sawyer and Doug Cummings did, and we are so glad that idea became action. At Home Senior Living is a privately and locally owned community that grew from God's persistent calling to provide a much-needed service right here in Thomson, GA....
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Photo of Oaks at Evans
1212 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
7.9
Review score
17 reviews
7.9
Review score
17 reviews
5 star
64%
4 star
18%
3 star
6%
2 star
12%
1 star
0%
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They don't have a laundry department like the place she came from. I do mother's laundry and a lot of residents do their own. I do think that they could provide more choices on the food menu and also have...
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.
Morningside of Evans is conveniently near I-20. Major medical facilities and shopping locations are within minutes of our community. Through a dedicated team of staff, we promote a spirit of family and strive to provide a high quality of life within our quaint community.
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5 star
33%
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0%
3 star
33%
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1 star
34%
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My mother and family have had a very positive experience with Waverly Gardens.
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.
Photo of Knob Hill
5 star
100%
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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 University Extended Care - Westwood
Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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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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.
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Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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.

Cost of nursing homes in Columbia County, GA

The average cost of senior living in Columbia County is $3,970 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Lincolnton, GA with an average of $3,499 per month.

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Columbia County, GA vs. nearby counties

Columbia County, GA
$3,970/mo
$3,970/mo
$3,970/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Columbia County, GA vs. the state and national average

Columbia County, GA
$3,970/mo
$4,095/mo
U.S. national average
$4,815/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Columbia County vs. other types of senior living

$3,926/mo
Nursing Homes
$3,970/mo

Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Columbia County, GA by room type

Semi-Private
$3,900/mo
Studio
$5,820/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,553/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,400/mo

Average cost of Nursing Homes in Columbia County over time

Columbia County, GAGA stateNational

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What families are saying about nursing homes in Columbia County

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Columbia County

Thrive at Augusta in Martinez, GA

4.5
We were very pleased with the community. They took very good care of my relative that was there. Everything was first class. The attention, room, and space were all good. Due to the pandemic the only problem I had was the visitation schedule.

Sodalis Martinez

4.5
What our family likes the most about Sodalis Martinez is the staff. The staff is very attentive to needs and keep me informed. I like the family night that they have monthly. Based on the experience we have had, we would recommend this community to other families who may need a place for their ...
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Brookdale Augusta

4.0
A very nice community, rooms are clean,dining is nice, and they are served the food. Activities are available. They are very informative and helpful. We picked this community because, they were the most helpful in the transition and everything went smoothly. Just wish now they could keep their ...
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Columbia County nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Columbia County nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Columbia County, 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 Columbia County nursing homes

Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Columbia County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Columbia County, GANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
50%
2.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
30%
9.5%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
80%
26%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
80%
26.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
50%
9.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
30%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
80%
22.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
70%
7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
60%
17.3%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Columbia County nursing homes

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 Columbia County Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Columbia County, GANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
50%
3.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
30%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
50%
5.4%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
30%
1.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Columbia County nursing homes

Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Columbia County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Columbia County, GANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
20%
0.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
20%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
20%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
40%
3.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Columbia County nursing homes

Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Columbia County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Columbia County, GANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
20%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
20%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
10%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
10%
0.7%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Columbia County nursing homes

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Columbia County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Columbia County, GANational
Activity director
Activity director
40%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
40%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
10%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
60%
6.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
30%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50%
6.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
20%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
20%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
30%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
40%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
30%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
20%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
10%
0.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
30%
0.4%
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