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5 Best Nursing Homes in Wax, GA

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Wax 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 5 nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care communities in Wax, the best fit for your loved one will depend on their budget and needs. The cost of nursing home care in Wax is about $4,145, but costs tend to increase as care needs increase. To learn more, browse our 46 reviews and explore the services and amenities available in your area.

 

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Nursing Homes Facilities near Wax, GA

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Last Updated: 12/20/24
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9.9
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35 reviews
9.9
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35 reviews
5 star
80%
4 star
6%
3 star
3%
2 star
0%
1 star
11%
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Hi, my name is [name removed]. My uncle lives at this facility and we were invited to the Thanksgiving luncheon. The table settings were beautiful. The food taste like grandma made it herself. They were so...
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 Rome, formerly The Gardens of Rome, is located in Rome, Georgia, surrounded by the stunning Appalachian foothills. Our community is proud to offer All- Inclusive Rates while providing exceptional personalized care and memory care services. We are also proud to have...
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5 star
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4 star
0%
3 star
9%
2 star
9%
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I helped a friend establish her father in Rememberance Village at Riverwood. The staff was very helpful and friendly during the time we were deciding where to place him. They were very informative in every...
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.
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.
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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.
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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.
SunBridge Care and Rehabilitation for Seven Hills has provided quality healthcare to our community for many years. We offer comprehensive rehabilitation and skilled nursing for adults of all ages who have complex medical conditions or are recovering from surgery or illness. We also provide...
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Cost of nursing homes in Wax, GA

The average cost of senior living in Wax is $4,145 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Tallapoosa, GA with an average of $3,431 per month.

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Wax, GA vs. nearby cities

Wax, GA
$4,145/mo
$4,066/mo

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

Wax, GA
$4,145/mo
$4,135/mo
U.S. national average
$4,860/mo

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

$4,436/mo
Nursing Homes
$4,145/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,132/mo
Studio
$3,973/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,850/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,450/mo

Average cost of Nursing Homes in Wax over time

Wax, GAGA stateNational

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What families are saying about nursing homes in Wax

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Wax

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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Oaks at Acworth

5.0
It was close to my home and my parents were in a rush to find a place due to frequency of falling and leaving rehab soon and could not go home without 24 hour care and that was too expensive. Other places weren't sure if they could accept him. They also had a special at the end of the month. But ...
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Cedar Hill Senior Living in Cedartown, GA

4.3
When my parents first got there, the staff did a great job caring for my parents. When the new management took over there was a decline. I don't think the new staff is doing as well taking care of the residents. The food is good. They have a lot of outdoor space.

Wax nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Wax nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Wax, 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 Wax 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 Wax that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Wax, GANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
40%
2.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
20%
9.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
26.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
26.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
40%
9.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
20%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
22.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
60%
6.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
60%
17.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Wax 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 Wax Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Wax, GANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
40%
3.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
20%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
40%
5.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
20%
1.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Wax 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 Wax partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Wax, GANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
20%
0.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
20%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
40%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
60%
3.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Wax 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 Wax communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Wax, GANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
20%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
40%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
20%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20%
0.7%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Wax 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 Wax offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Wax, GANational
Activity director
Activity director
40%
0.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
60%
6.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
20%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
60%
6.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
20%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
20%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
20%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
20%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
20%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
20%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Highland Senior Living Rome, Burnt Hickory Residences and The Pearl at Dallas are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Wax, Georgia. See full list of communities.

There are 5 nursing homes facilities near Wax, Georgia. See the full list.

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