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10 Best Nursing Homes in Wilkinson County, GA
Wilkinson 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 62 nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care communities in Wilkinson County, the best fit for your loved one will depend on their budget and needs. The cost of nursing home care in Wilkinson County is about $3,222, but costs tend to increase as care needs increase. To learn more, browse our 434 reviews and explore the services and amenities available in your area.
As you consider nursing homes near you, you may also want to expand your search to areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Kewanee, Cary and Bullard.
Nursing Homes Facilities near Wilkinson County, GA
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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.
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: 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.
Here at Willow Creek, our philosophy is simple. The best way to care for people is to treat them like family. We believe in customer service. The residents and the family are our customers, and are always treated with respect. We believe in Southern Hospitality. Visitors are always welcomed...
Provides: Nursing Homes
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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.
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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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.
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.
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.
Oconee House is a senior living community located near the banks of Lake Oconee in Oconee, Georgia. Oconee House is located in a quiet, rural area of central Georgia where senior residents can enjoy a bounty of outdoor activities at one of the four large country clubs that are only minutes away....
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.
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: 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.
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.
Cost of nursing homes in Wilkinson County, GA
The average cost of senior living in Wilkinson County is $3,222 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Irwinton, GA with an average of $2,959 per month.
Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Wilkinson County, GA vs. nearby counties
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Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Wilkinson County, GA vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Wilkinson County, GA by room type
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Wilkinson County
Recent reviews for nursing homes in Wilkinson County
Greenwood Place Assisted Living in Wrightsville, GA
4.7
We chose Greenwood Place because of the location and we loved the building itself. It was nice and people were friendly. The residents living there looked happy and content and no one was complaining and it smelled good. I would want others to know that they really care about their residents, ...
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The Phoenix at Lake Joy in Warner Robins, GA
3.4
Our loved one was previously a resident at The Phoenix at Lake Joy. The quality of care declined. If not for hospice, I don't know what we would have done. We ended up moving our loved one to another facility. I would not recommend The Phoenix at Lake Joy to others.
Madison Heights at Prado in Macon, GA
4.9
Communication has been fantastic. About events going on. Keeping us apprised of Mom's involvement and participation or when she needs extra encouragement. Sends us photos etc. makes us feel better about not being with her all of the time.
Wilkinson County nursing homes services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Wilkinson County nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Wilkinson 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 Wilkinson 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 Wilkinson County 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
43.5%
2.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
17.7%
9.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
74.2%
26.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
77.4%
26.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
41.9%
9.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
25.8%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
75.8%
22.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
37.1%
6.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
41.9%
17.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Wilkinson 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 Wilkinson County 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
33.9%
3.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
21%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
25.8%
5.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
3.2%
1.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Wilkinson 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 Wilkinson County 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
14.5%
0.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
27.4%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
27.4%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
22.6%
3.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Wilkinson 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 Wilkinson County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
9.7%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
27.4%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
11.3%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
3.2%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Wilkinson 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 Wilkinson County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
30.6%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
19.4%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
21%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
41.9%
6.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
35.5%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
41.9%
6.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
21%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
17.7%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
16.1%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
35.5%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
30.6%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
16.1%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
8.1%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
32.3%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
At Home Senior Living of Cochran, John-Wesley Villas and Alexander IV are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Wilkinson County, Georgia. See full list of communities.
There are 62 nursing homes facilities near Wilkinson County, Georgia. See the full list.
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