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Padena 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 130 nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care communities in Padena, the best fit for your loved one will depend on their budget and needs. The cost of nursing home care in Padena is about $4,162, but costs tend to increase as care needs increase. To learn more, browse our 1492 reviews and explore the services and amenities available in your area.

 

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Nice place to go. They caree for my grandma until she passed .cannot express enough thanks. They are awesome..
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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.
Shady Oaks is a senior community offers seniors the opportunity to be a part of a community with a very pretty view. Located in Dalton, GA, this community provides all seniors with the chance to live in an area rich with natural beauty. Dalton has much to see in addition to its natural beauty,...
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All 5s! The place is cozy and welcoming, as are the staff. They are so kind , caring, and thoughtful to the residents! The food is always well prepared and served in a dining room with real China,...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
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The owners of Stonehenge Senior Living, [names removed], care deeply about seniors and their quality of life. The facility is clean. Each staff member cares about each resident. They are diligent with...
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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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My Mother (who turns 103 on April 19, 2019) has been living at Regency Manor for the past 10 months. Mother had been living with me for the past 7 years and her care had become too much for me to handle...
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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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We liked the place. She was there a year and a half ago and we asked to go back there this time. The only thing I think they could improve on is their response time when my wife pushes her button.
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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.
Cumming Nursing Center is the premier provider of senior rehab services and long-term care in Forsyth County. Our short-term recovery program provides innovative sub-acute care for those needing various levels of skilled nursing, therapy, and rehabilitation following a serious injury or...
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The staff at Cannon Wood is exceptional. They are caring and compassionate. The food is excellent, however I think they could use a few more activities. The community is well taken care of. It is like a...
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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.
Cannon Wood Village is senior community located in the peaceful area that is Tiger, GA. This community provides seniors with a home in a quiet area, allowing them to get away from the hustle and bustle of the rest of the world. The town of Tiger offers a drive-in, a library, a historical society,...
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Habersham Retreat has so many wonderful activities for my mother to get to interact in. She likes to participate in bingo, their Sunday church mass, and go to the store through the week. I really like that...
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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.
Habersham Retreat is a senior community in Baldwin, GA. Baldwin is located approximately one hour northeast of Atlanta right on the border of the vast and beautiful Chattahoochee National Forest. Baldwin is centrally located to three major hospitals and a small airport makes it convenient to...
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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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I have visited this community over the past 4 years and I have not felt more welcome than I do now! The community smells clean and the residents are always smiling. Just go to their Facebook page and you...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
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The Oaks is a good community that offers a good amount of services. The community is very clean and the staff is really friendly. The landscaping is about average. This community is close to her home town so...
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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.
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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 Senior Care America FB is a senior living community located in Flowery Branch, Georgia. The area has the perfect small town appeal with the glorious view of Lake Lanier. Flowery Branch is a perfect place to live; the inviting atmosphere will welcome family and friends for a visit. The Senior...
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They are very good to me here. The aides treat me good and are very nice to me. The rooms are huge, and I have a private room with a nice size bathroom and shower.
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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.
Lazy-R Personal Care Lazy-R Personal Care is a well-established senior living community located in the quaint town of Blairsville, Georgia. This small town has loads of charm and is a warm and welcoming town. Lazy-R is easily accessed just off of Highway 15. Nearby is the southern cuisine Fatz...
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They did an excellent job at Tanglewood Community! It is a very nice place, and they take great care of the residents here. I like that they do not segregate the memory care patients, and allow everyone to...
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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.
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.
Tanglewood provides Assisted Living, Respite, and Adult Day Care services. The atmosphere at Tanglewood is rich in daily activities, with restaurant-style dining, lavishly decorated interiors with large common areas and smaller quant and intimate setting nooks. Our residents are viewed as guest...
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I would recommend Union County Nursing Home in Blairsville Georgia to everyone searching for a caring, safe place for a loved one.
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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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Yesterday, my family celebrated the beautiful life of my Aunt [Removed]. Today, we give God thanks for the wonderful team at Blue Ridge Assisted Living & Memory Care. I am thankful to have seen their...
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.
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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.
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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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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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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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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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
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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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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 Padena, GA

The average cost of senior living in Padena is $4,162 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Young Harris, GA with an average of $3,222 per month.

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

Padena, GA
$4,162/mo
$4,136/mo

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

Padena, GA
$4,162/mo
$4,284/mo
U.S. national average
$4,954/mo

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

$4,173/mo
Nursing Homes
$4,162/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,661/mo
Studio
$4,590/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,990/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,725/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,750/mo

Senior living costs in Padena 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: Padena, GA
Column state: Georgia
Column national: U.S.
Community typePadena, GAGeorgiaU.S.
Nursing Homes$4,162/mo$4,284/mo$4,954/mo
Assisted Living$3,998/mo$3,746/mo$4,703/mo
Memory Care$4,173/mo$4,284/mo$4,954/mo
Independent Living$3,905/mo$4,361/mo$4,160/mo
Nursing Homes
Padena, GA:$4,162/mo
Georgia:$4,284/mo
U.S.:$4,954/mo
Assisted Living
Padena, GA:$3,998/mo
Georgia:$3,746/mo
U.S.:$4,703/mo
Memory Care
Padena, GA:$4,173/mo
Georgia:$4,284/mo
U.S.:$4,954/mo
Independent Living
Padena, GA:$3,905/mo
Georgia:$4,361/mo
U.S.:$4,160/mo
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Nursing homes costs in Padena, GA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly nursing homes costs have shifted over the past five years in Padena 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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Nursing homes cost trends in Padena, GA

The table below shows how monthly nursing homes costs in Padena 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
Padena, GA$4,347/mo$4,044/mo+7.5%
Georgia$4,405/mo$4,190/mo+5.1%
National$5,667/mo$5,383/mo+5.3%
Padena, GA
2024 average cost:$4,347/mo
2023 average cost:$4,044/mo
Percent change:+7.5%
Georgia
2024 average cost:$4,405/mo
2023 average cost:$4,190/mo
Percent change:+5.1%
National
2024 average cost:$5,667/mo
2023 average cost:$5,383/mo
Percent change:+5.3%
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Padena

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Padena

Cumming Senior Living

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We moved our dad here in January of this year. I have been so happy with the quality of care and cleanliness. All of the other families of the residents that I’ve met are all so kind. The food is excellent as well! I highly recommend Cumming Nursing Center for your loved one.

Oaks at Dalton

5.0
The staff are caring and kind. The meals are good. They keep you well informed. Moving in was easy. I would highly recommend The Oaks at Dalton to others.

Brasstown Manor in Hiawassee, GA

5.0
I have visited this community many times while visiting my friends. I love the option of starting on their Independent Living and when/if I need more assistance, I can move down to their Assisted Living. The staff has always been professional and pleasant. My friends love where they live and I ...
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Padena nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Padena nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Padena, 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 Padena 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 Padena that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
57.4%
2.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
29.8%
9.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
87.2%
23.5%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
89.4%
23.9%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
59.6%
10%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
29.8%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
88.3%
20.3%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
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Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
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Availability of select dementia care services in Padena 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 Padena Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
55.3%
4%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
28.7%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
37.2%
5.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Padena 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 Padena partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
16%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
42.6%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
41.5%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
38.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Padena 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 Padena communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
26.6%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
45.7%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
36.2%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Padena 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 Padena offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
46.8%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
31.9%
0.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
28.7%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
56.4%
6.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
44.7%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
54.3%
6.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
43.6%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
36.2%
0.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
29.8%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
44.7%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
41.5%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
27.7%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
8.5%
0.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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