The Ralston
The Ralston
The Ralston is a Senior Living Home in Georgia
The Ralston is a Senior Living Home in Georgia
Spend a vibrant lifestyle at The Ralston, an esteemed community in Columbus, GA, offering independent living. Residents can find the accommodation that best matches their preferences with specially designed and spacious floor plans. The community strives to maintain residents’ independence, helping with maintenance and chores.
With leisure sites and thriving shops nearby, residents can spend their days according to their interests and capabilities. Residents also enjoy a variety of dining options with delightful restaurants surrounding the community. The community’s warm and inviting environment creates the ideal setting for residents to thrive in retirement.
Home Information
The Ralston
What does this home offer?
Room Sizes: 255 sq. ft
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed
Building Type: Mid-rise
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Types of Care at The Ralston
Independent Living
Places of interest near The Ralston
0.2 miles from city center
211 12th St, Columbus, GA 31901
Email:
[email protected]
Phone:
(770)-299-9078
Email:[email protected]
Phone:(770)-299-9078
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Senior Community!
Connect, laugh, and explore — all from the comfort of your home.
Daily Trivia Games
Test your knowledge, have fun, and win friendly bragging rights.
Shared Hobbies & Projects
Team up with others who love gardening, crafts, photography, and writing.
Birthday Celebrations
We honor our members with live shoutouts, music, and cheerful messages.
Story Circles
Share your life stories, lessons, and laughter with friends who truly listen.
Memory Match Mondays
Boost your brain with fun, interactive memory games.
Travel Time Machine
Take virtual tours through Rome, Paris, or America's most beautiful national parks.
Magic Nights
Enjoy weekly live magic shows that surprise and delight.
Pen Pal Connections
Make new friends across the country through letters, stories, and shared memories.
Golden Hour Music Sessions
Sing along to timeless favorites with live performers and themed playlists.
Garden & Nature Club
Watch live garden tours, swap growing tips, and share photos of your blooms.
Gentle Movement & Meditation
Stretch, breathe, and feel good with calming live sessions.
Tech Help Tuesdays
Get hands-on guidance for Zoom, email, or smartphones — no judgment, no stress.
Guides for Better Senior Living
From costs to care, explore the most important topics to make informed decisions about your future.
Comparison Chart
Compare Senior Living around Columbus
Community
Type of Care
Location
Bed Options
Bed #
Pets Allowed
BBB Score
Walk Score
Home Owner
CCN
Occupancy
Home Revenue
The Ralston
IL
For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.
Columbus
Studio / 1 Bed
N/A
No
N/A
80
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
Ashley Station
IL
For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.
Columbus
1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed
N/A
Yes
N/A
68
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
Farrfield Manor Senior Apartments
IL
For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.
Columbus
1 Bed
N/A
Yes
N/A
20
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
Highland Terrace
IL
For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.
Columbus
1 Bed / 2 Bed
N/A
No
N/A
67
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
Waverly Terrace Senior
IL
For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.
Columbus
1 Bed / 2 Bed
N/A
No
N/A
65
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
Claim What’s Yours: Financial Aid for Georgia Seniors
Program
State Program Name
Eligibility
Benefits
Community Care Services Program
Georgia Medicaid CCSP
Official government program page
- General: Age 65+ or disabled, Georgia resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
- Income Limits (2025): ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).
- Asset Limits: $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
- GA Specifics: High rural demand; waitlists possible.
- Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), adult day care (~$75/day), respite (240 hours/year), meals.
Respite Care Program
Georgia NFCSP Respite
- General: Caregiver of someone 60+ (or with dementia), Georgia resident.
- Income Limits: No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
- Asset Limits: Not applicable.
- GA Specifics: Focus on metro and rural balance.
- Services: In-home aide (4-6 hours/day), adult day care (~$75/day), facility stay (up to 5 days).
Home and Community Services (HCS)
Georgia Home and Community Services (Non-Medicaid)
Official government program page
- General: Age 60+, Georgia resident, functionally impaired, at risk of nursing home placement.
- Income Limits (2025): No strict limit; prioritizes ~$41,000/year; cost-sharing for higher incomes.
- Asset Limits: Not specified; need-based.
- GA Specifics: Non-Medicaid; AAA-managed.
- Services: Personal care (4-6 hours/day), homemaker, adult day care ($80/day), respite (~5 days/year).
Medicare Savings Program (MSP)
Georgia Medicare Savings Program
Official government program page
- General: Age 65+ or disabled, Georgia resident, Medicare Part A/B.
- Income Limits (2025): ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI).
- Asset Limits: $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
- GA Specifics: Three tiers; entitlement benefit.
- Services: Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month), deductibles ($240/year), copays (~20%).
Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)
Georgia Medicaid PACE
Official government program page
- General: Age 55+, Georgia resident, nursing home-level care need, safe with PACE support.
- Income Limits (2025): ~$2,829/month (300% FBR).
- Asset Limits: $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
- GA Specifics: Limited areas (e.g., Macon, Augusta).
- Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), medical care, meals, transportation, therapy.
Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)
Georgia SCSEP (Federally Funded, State-Administered)
Official government program page
- General: Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, Georgia resident.
- Income Limits (2025): ~$1,983/month (125% FPL).
- Asset Limits: Not specified; income-focused.
- GA Specifics: ~1,200 slots; prioritizes veterans, rural residents.
- Services: Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour), job placement.
SOURCE (Service Options Using Resources in a Community Environment)
Georgia Medicaid SOURCE Program
Official government program page
- General: Age 65+ or disabled, Georgia resident, Medicaid-eligible, frail but not necessarily nursing home-level.
- Income Limits (2025): ~$914/month (SSI level); QIT allowed.
- Asset Limits: $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
- GA Specifics: Enhanced primary care model; statewide via 12 sites.
- Services: Personal care (4-6 hours/day), case management, adult day health ($80/day), respite (limited).
Optional State Supplementation (OSS)
Georgia Optional State Supplementation
- General: Age 65+ or disabled, Georgia resident, in approved facility, low-income/SSI recipient.
- Income Limits (2025): ~$1,004/month (including SSI).
- Asset Limits: $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
- GA Specifics: ~$20-$489/month based on facility type.
- Services: Cash (~$20-$489/month) for room/board in personal care homes.
Claim What’s Yours Financial Aid for Georgia Seniors
Georgia Medicaid CCSP
Community Care Services Program
Requirements:
General:Age 65+ or disabled, Georgia resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025):~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).- Asset Limits:$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
GA Specifics:High rural demand; waitlists possible.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), adult day care (~$75/day), respite (240 hours/year), meals.
Georgia NFCSP Respite
Respite Care Program
Requirements:
- General:Caregiver of someone 60+ (or with dementia), Georgia resident.
- Income Limits:No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
- Asset Limits:Not applicable.
- GA Specifics:Focus on metro and rural balance.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: In-home aide (4-6 hours/day), adult day care (~$75/day), facility stay (up to 5 days).
Georgia Home and Community Services (Non-Medicaid)
Home and Community Services (HCS)
Requirements:
- General:Age 60+, Georgia resident, functionally impaired, at risk of nursing home placement.
- Income Limits (2025):No strict limit; prioritizes ~$41,000/year; cost-sharing for higher incomes.
- Asset Limits:Not specified; need-based.
- GA Specifics:Non-Medicaid; AAA-managed.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Personal care (4-6 hours/day), homemaker, adult day care ($80/day), respite (~5 days/year).
Georgia Medicare Savings Program
Medicare Savings Program (MSP)
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+ or disabled, Georgia resident, Medicare Part A/B.
- Income Limits (2025):~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI).
- Asset Limits:$9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
- GA Specifics:Three tiers; entitlement benefit.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month), deductibles ($240/year), copays (~20%).
Georgia Medicaid PACE
Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)
Requirements:
- General:Age 55+, Georgia resident, nursing home-level care need, safe with PACE support.
- Income Limits (2025):~$2,829/month (300% FBR).
- Asset Limits:$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
- GA Specifics:Limited areas (e.g., Macon, Augusta).
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), medical care, meals, transportation, therapy.
Georgia SCSEP (Federally Funded, State-Administered)
Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)
Requirements:
- General:Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, Georgia resident.
- Income Limits (2025):~$1,983/month (125% FPL).
- Asset Limits:Not specified; income-focused.
- GA Specifics:~1,200 slots; prioritizes veterans, rural residents.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour), job placement.
Georgia Medicaid SOURCE Program
SOURCE (Service Options Using Resources in a Community Environment)
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+ or disabled, Georgia resident, Medicaid-eligible, frail but not necessarily nursing home-level.
- Income Limits (2025):~$914/month (SSI level); QIT allowed.
- Asset Limits:$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
- GA Specifics:Enhanced primary care model; statewide via 12 sites.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Personal care (4-6 hours/day), case management, adult day health ($80/day), respite (limited).
Georgia Optional State Supplementation
Optional State Supplementation (OSS)
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+ or disabled, Georgia resident, in approved facility, low-income/SSI recipient.
- Income Limits (2025):~$1,004/month (including SSI).
- Asset Limits:$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
- GA Specifics:~$20-$489/month based on facility type.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Cash (~$20-$489/month) for room/board in personal care homes.
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