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Nelson 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 398 nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care communities in Nelson, the best fit for your loved one will depend on their budget and needs. The cost of nursing home care in Nelson is about $5,342, but costs tend to increase as care needs increase.

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Nursing Homes Facilities near Nelson, GA

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Photo of Coventry Place
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The staff are attentive, kind, and check regularly on my mother on personal care floor. My mother likes the food. I'd recommend the community based highly
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.
This community is proud to be family owned and operated. This is evident in our commitment to our residents, staff and families. We are flexible, able to adapt to what our families desire while maintaining the sense of community that is important to our staff and families. We will not sacrifice...
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I love it here and try to make up for some of the problems that are present I wouldn't move. Apartments are very nice. They have different sizes at different rates to choose from. We have full kitchens and 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 Gardens of Gainesville is situated at the base of the North Georgia Mountains on the outskirts of downtown Gainesville and a short distance from Lake Lanier. Offering Independent Senior Living (with services available), Assisted Living and Memory Care, The Gardens of Gainesville offers true...
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I like that the memory care is limited to 12 people. The nurses are absolutely awesome and the facility is always clean. [name removed] was our Administrator going in but left due to differences with the...
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.
Enjoy An Active LifestyleWhen you walk through the doors at our assisted living and memory care community in Woodstock, Georgia, you will quickly discover a vibrant and active group of seniors who are eager to embrace this season of life with passion. Tucked within the beautiful and historic...
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Easy to work with and running a one bedroom special at the time, which was cheaper than their studio apartments and a much cheaper option than where my mom was staying prior to moving to magnolia place. I...
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.
Magnolia Place of Roswell is an assisted living and memory care community in the heart of Roswell, Georgia. A vibrant suburb of Atlanta, Roswell features beautiful parks, historical sites, exceptional medical centers and a variety of fun, entertainment and shopping. In a truly ideal location, all...
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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
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.
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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The people there are wonderful. They treat all the residents with such respect and they're so friendly and so nice. The people that live there are also very nice. The place is great. I thought it was just a...
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.
The Fite Living Centre offers a unique assisted living experience for you or your loved one. Tucked away in a lovely historical section of Cartersville, GA, the original structure of the home dates back to 1890. Through careful renovation, additions, and modernization, the home still exudes...
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The staff treat the residents like family. They are very caring and go above and beyond of their regular duties. It's a small facility but the staff treats the residents like family. When my mom is there 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.
Smyrna's best kept secret . . . is right around the corner! Woodland Ridge Assisted Living & Memory Care, nestled in a charming wooded setting, offers all the comforts of home--and many benefits you wouldn't find at home--for those who need care and assistance with activities of daily living....
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Facility fairly new and well maintained. About 250 residents when full. Independent and assisted mixed which is nice for everyone. Four added levels of care for those in assisted. They do not offer...
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.
WE ARE NOW OPEN!Welcome to Village Park - where days are for rediscovering and reconnecting, recreation is an art worth mastering and relaxation is always well deserved. We call it Next-Level Senior Living. You'll just call it home.NOW OPEN in the heart of Alpharetta. We offer bungalows,...
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The staff are friendly and well-trained. There are activities and well-planned trips as well as doctor visits by bus. They take u to local restaurants once a month which is fun. There is also an in-house...
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.
For over 40 years, we have been setting the standard in Senior Living. Our commitment to family values such as integrity, reliability, and excellence is more than just a business philosophy- it's a tradition.At Country Gardens Duluth Assisted Living Community we offer a choice of lifestyles based...
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What I like the most about the community is the very friendly staff, excellent food. My husband is very happy there. Yes, I would recommend this community to other families.
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.
UNIQUELY AFFORDABLE CAREFREE RETIREMENT LIVINGCarefree retirement living means knowing that all services are included and available to you. • Fully-equipped alcove, one bedroom, and two bedroom apartments • Superb cuisine • State of-the-art Fitness Center• Fully-equipped Theatre with...
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Photo of Laurel Lodge Assisted Living and Memory Care
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We really like it. It's inviting. The staff is super attentive. Everyone is friendly. Very nice residents with amazing stories. I would recommend them to others who are searching for a place for their loved...
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.
Laurel Lodge Assisted Living and Memory Care is where you can maintain an energetic lifestyle and have the right touch of care with the activities of daily living. With designated care partners throughout the community and a balanced variety of activities, outings, exercise, and entertainment...
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Photo of Brickmont of John's Creek
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My mother is enjoying her experience there. The staff is warm and engaging. They really look after her in a positive way. The only drawback remains the food. It's truly nothing special. It seems like they...
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.
Enjoy a wide variety of daily social, educational and spiritual programs, tailored to your unique interests and abilities, allowing you to connect with friends and participate in activities you've always loved or have always wanted to try. At Brickmont of John's Creek, you will Love Where You Live!
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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
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.
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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What we like the most about the community is their staff, the quality of care, the cleanliness, communication and the activities. Yes, we would recommend Green Park at Kennesaw to other families based on the...
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.
Green Park personal care home is a family owned and we have been in operation for over 14 years. We are intimately connected with many of our residents. We live, work and worship in this communities and pride ourselves in the quality senior living we offer to our residents. Green Park senior...
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I give a five (5) on all of the above. I couldn't be happy with the director who is [name removed]. My mother financially is not as sound as I had hoped bringing her into the facility last year. [name...
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.
Highlands Senior Living Norcross is a picturesque senior community located in Norcross, GA. Located in Gwinnett County, it sits on a manicured campus in a residential neighborhood, just a short distance from a number of shopping options and just a few minutes away from highways 85 and 285. The...
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She is in a shared room. So the size is ok for what she needs. The place is always clean and I have a good report with the nurse's that take care of her. They encourage the one's that are able to take their...
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.
Orchard Ridge Residences in Dalton, GA, where we’re dedicated to making senior living both easier and more fulfilling. Our premier personal care and memory care services are designed to enrich your daily life. In our all-inclusive, single-level community, we provide personalized assistance with...
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Basically, I chose Sweetwater Creek because it was convenient to the house. However, after having my sister there for several months, I would highly recommend it to anyone. My sister has dementia, they have...
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.
Redefine your independence today.You’ll have the care you need when you need it with our personal care home and memory care all on one campus in Lithia Springs, Georgia.If you’re living a mostly independent lifestyle, but you could use an extra hand with some of your day-to-day activities, we can...
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Staff was very attentive and communication was very good. I would recommend them. I know that in the past, they had not gotten all favorable reviews, but with new ownership, they showed me their "A" game...
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.
Tucked away amongst Georgia pines and nestled next to a peaceful pond and bird sanctuary where turtles and hummingbirds abound, your stress-free oasis awaits. Here at Cameron Hall of Canton, a senior living community in Canton, GA just an hour north of Atlanta, nature beckons, friends become...
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Everyone we have met is kind and caring. The day shift seems to be on top of things. It took almost a month to get the night shift to do laundry without me having to ask even though the facility set the...
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.
Go do more of what you love.Sometimes as you get older, you need a little extra help. At our personal care and memory care community in Atlanta, Georgia, we can assist you with the little things — like simple housekeeping and meals — and with bathing and getting dressed, too. We customize your...
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The staff has been so caring and conscientious, facility is clean and well maintained, activities coordinator does a great job to encourage participation in 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.
Oaks at Towne Lake is nestled on 5.6 acres next to the Rose Creek Library on Towne Lake Parkway, with 57 assisted-living and 29 memory-care apartments. Each aspect of the Towne Lake community has been built with the best interests of elders in mind, fulfilling a mission that CEO Alex Salabarria...
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The people at Legacy show that they care about the residents. From [Name Removed] for events, to [Name Removed] for wellness, to [Name Removed] and [Name Removed] in greeting, to [Name Removed] in keeping...
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.
Who We AreIf you or your loved one are looking for assisted living or memory care services in Marietta, GA, our community will meet their needs and more. Set against a charming Southern backdrop with greenery, landscaped courtyard and gardening beds, Legacy Ridge at Marietta provides a scenic and...
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Caregivers are friendly, helpful, professional. They seem to have a lot of patience and good attitudes. New management has been expanding staff and positions so they are not being asked to share some...
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.
PruittPlace Buckhead provides assisted living in an apartment-style setting that offers the simple pleasures - nutritious food, comfortable surroundings, and the support of a warm, caring and competent staff. A separate Special Care Center for residents with Alzheimer's or other memory related...
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The manager and staff care about the people staying at the care home. They are very friendly and warm and caring. The place is clean!! Rose is amazing.
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.
Rising Star Personal Care Home is a new beautifully renovated personal care home located in Stone Mountain GA. The Rising Star team had a vision to develop a NEW personal care home, in which the values, ethics and healthy living conditions of the population in which we serve are constantly...
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I moved my mother here after her previous facility closed, and I could not be more pleased with the experience. The staff is exceptional, treating each resident with love, respect, and constant positive...
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.
The Phoenix at Johnson Ferry is a community built on love that spans generations. Located twenty minutes from downtown Marietta, GA in the community of East Cobb. We are dedicated to cultivating a community that invites you to live, love, and thrive. We offer premier services for seniors and...
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Cost of nursing homes in Nelson, GA

The average cost of senior living in Nelson is $5,342 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Dahlonega, GA with an average of $4,131 per month.

Nursing homes costs in Nelson, GA, vs. nearby cities

Nelson, GA
$5,342/mo
$5,449/mo

Nursing homes costs in Nelson, GA, vs. state and national averages

Nelson, GA
$5,342/mo
$4,803/mo
U.S. national average
$5,057/mo

Nursing homes costs in Nelson, GA, vs. other senior living options

$5,359/mo
Nursing Homes
$5,342/mo

Nursing homes costs in Nelson, GA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$10,470/mo
Private
$10,980/mo

Senior living costs in Nelson vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 4 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Nelson, GA
Column state: Georgia
Column national: U.S.
Community typeNelson, GAGeorgiaU.S.
Nursing Homes$5,342/mo$4,803/mo$5,057/mo
Assisted Living$4,264/mo$4,110/mo$4,788/mo
Memory Care$5,359/mo$4,803/mo$5,057/mo
Independent Living$5,614/mo$4,798/mo$4,245/mo
Nursing Homes
Nelson, GA:$5,342/mo
Georgia:$4,803/mo
U.S.:$5,057/mo
Assisted Living
Nelson, GA:$4,264/mo
Georgia:$4,110/mo
U.S.:$4,788/mo
Memory Care
Nelson, GA:$5,359/mo
Georgia:$4,803/mo
U.S.:$5,057/mo
Independent Living
Nelson, GA:$5,614/mo
Georgia:$4,798/mo
U.S.:$4,245/mo
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Nursing homes costs in Nelson, GA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly nursing homes costs have shifted over the past five years in Nelson 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.

Nelson, GAGA stateNational

Nursing homes cost trends in Nelson, GA

The table below shows how monthly nursing homes costs in Nelson 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
Nelson, GA$4,443/mo$4,215/mo+5.4%
Georgia$4,417/mo$4,186/mo+5.5%
National$5,671/mo$5,389/mo+5.2%
Nelson, GA
2024 average cost:$4,443/mo
2023 average cost:$4,215/mo
Percent change:+5.4%
Georgia
2024 average cost:$4,417/mo
2023 average cost:$4,186/mo
Percent change:+5.5%
National
2024 average cost:$5,671/mo
2023 average cost:$5,389/mo
Percent change:+5.2%
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Nelson

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Nelson

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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Serenity Empire at Decatur

4.5
This facility is unique. Mid 2015 it was purchased by a new owner, who is also the Director and she has improved the Home dramatically, with fresh paint, new carpet and hardwoods. It is a smaller facility that has a very residential feel. The rooms are big, the staff are friendly, caring ...
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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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Nelson nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Nelson nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Nelson, 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 Nelson 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 Nelson that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Nelson, GANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
69.1%
2.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
47.2%
9.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
86.6%
23.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
89.4%
23.9%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
73.8%
10%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
43.4%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
86.9%
20.3%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
63.1%
6.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
69.7%
17.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Nelson 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 Nelson Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Nelson, GANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
67.5%
4%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
52.2%
0.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
59.4%
5.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
23.1%
1.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Nelson 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 Nelson partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Nelson, GANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
24.7%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
59.7%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
56.9%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
50%
3.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Nelson 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 Nelson communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Nelson, GANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
52.2%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
61.3%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
55.9%
0.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
23.4%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Nelson 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 Nelson offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Nelson, GANational
Activity director
Activity director
61.6%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
46.9%
0.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
40.6%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
69.7%
6.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
63.7%
0.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
65.6%
6.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
59.4%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
50.3%
0.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
52.8%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
61.9%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
61.6%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
45.9%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
21.6%
0.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
61.9%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

The Joy Senior Living of Loganville, The Fountains of Calhoun and Presbyterian Village of Cobb are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Nelson, Georgia. See full list of communities.
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