Best Assisted Living in Clayton County, GA

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 6 assisted living communities in Clayton County, GA using GA Dept. of Community Health (DCH) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank assisted living in GA
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Info below is compiled from the GA Dept. of Community Health (DCH), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RESC (Residential Care): Personal care and daily-living support in a smaller, more intimate residential setting. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
A named contact for the facility. Hover the name to see their role — Administrator (state administrator of record or facility-provided administrator), Nursing Director, Medical Director, or Staff. The most authoritative available is shown.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
The average number of deficiencies this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total deficiencies ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
The Palms at Lake Spivey
AL
IL
Jonesboro
72
Facility 72
GA AVG 75
Rank #199 / 426
Yes-1 Bed / 2 Bed
15
Facility 15
GA AVG 11
Rank #77 / 426
A+Kendra Smith19
6
Facility 6
GA AVG 21
Rank #196 / 378
0.3
Facility 0.3
GA AVG 1.3
Rank #110 / 378
Jonesboro Assisted Living Center
AL
Jonesboro
45
Facility 45
GA AVG 75
Rank #325 / 426
No
47
Facility 47
GA AVG 38
Rank #170 / 466
-
23
Facility 23
GA AVG 11
Rank #48 / 426
A+Ms. Samantha Allen21
17
Facility 17
GA AVG 21
Rank #300 / 378
0.8
Facility 0.8
GA AVG 1.3
Rank #231 / 378
Serene House of Care
AL
Riverdale
4
Facility 4
GA AVG 75
Rank #422 / 426
No
31
Facility 31
GA AVG 38
Rank #266 / 466
Private / Shared Rooms
5
Facility 5
GA AVG 11
Rank #295 / 426
-Carolyn West1
0
Facility 0
GA AVG 21
Rank #1 / 378
0.0
Facility 0.0
GA AVG 1.3
Rank #1 / 378
Dalia Precious Memories Personal Care Home
AL
RESC
Riverdale
14
Facility 14
GA AVG 75
Rank #397 / 426
No
6
Facility 6
GA AVG 38
Rank #422 / 466
-
7
Facility 7
GA AVG 11
Rank #226 / 426
-Sofia Smith3
5
Facility 5
GA AVG 21
Rank #181 / 378
1.7
Facility 1.7
GA AVG 1.3
Rank #331 / 378
Jonesboro Assisted Living Center
AL
Jonesboro
45
Facility 45
GA AVG 75
Rank #325 / 426
No
47
Facility 47
GA AVG 38
Rank #170 / 466
-
23
Facility 23
GA AVG 11
Rank #48 / 426
A+Natalie Recasner---
Governor’s Glen Mem Care & Assisted Living Comm
AL
MC
Forest Park
60
Facility 60
GA AVG 75
Rank #259 / 426
No
27
Facility 27
GA AVG 38
Rank #292 / 466
-
9
Facility 9
GA AVG 11
Rank #151 / 426
-Ms. Carmen Akins---

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each assisted living community is ranked against every other GA assisted living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 6 analyzed for Clayton County. See how we rank facilities

Overview of The Palms at Lake Spivey

Elegant and warm, The Palms at Lake Spivey at Jonesboro, GA, offers a range of senior living options, including independent living, respite care, and short-term stays. The community offers welcoming living spaces, including one and two-bedroom apartments, complemented with a dedicated care team, and awesome amenities. Residents are well-supported with medical care and personal care services available should they need it.

Retirement at The Palms at Lake Spivey is all about hospitality and a worry-free lifestyle. Here, residents have access to services and amenities like housekeeping, dining, transportation, and security. With a spacious activity center, numerous social and recreational events, a full-service barber and beauty salon, residents have plenty of opportunities to explore new interests, make new connections, and enjoy their lives to the fullest.

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Overview of Jonesboro Assisted Living Center

Jonesboro Assisted Living Center is an assisted living community in Jonesboro, GA, where residents receive help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing and medication while living in their own apartment. With 45 beds, it is a smaller community and may suit a resident who prefers a setting where staff and residents can get to know each other.

Five Star Dining provides a cafe-like dining experience, and the outdoor courtyard gives residents an on-site place to spend time outdoors. Activities include arts & crafts, movie nights and church services, with a theatre room, library, beauty shop and wheelchair van also available. A Walk Score of 47 places the area in a car-dependent setting, so most errands require a car or a ride. Ms. Samantha Allen serves as the administrator, and Maghan Diaz is the director.

Phone: 7706035559.0

Contact Jonesboro Assisted Living Center

Serene House of Care

7392 Skylane Dr, Riverdale, GA 30296
Overview of Serene House of Care

Surrounded by delightful local amenities in the harmonious neighborhood of Skylane Drive, Riverdale, GA, Serene House of Care is a distinct community that offers assisted living. Here, residents can rest assured of living a maintenance-free lifestyle with a respectful and well-trained team handling their daily living activities and household responsibilities. The community also fosters a bright and friendly environment for residents to adapt to their surroundings.

Elevate retirement with a full calendar of enriching activities and engaging programs conducted for residents’ leisure and wellness. Mealtimes are also something to look forward to, with delicious and healthy meals catering to their dietary needs and preferences. The community is great for those who need additional support to live comfortably in their golden years with its dedicated services and top-notch amenities.

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Overview of Dalia Precious Memories Personal Care Home

Dalia Precious Memories Personal Care Home is the epitome of compassionate and devoted senior care. Providing residents with a peaceful and worry-free life, Dalia Precious Memories is a blissful community located on Bethsaida Road, Riverdale, GA. Delivering personal care home and structured family caregiving, the community goes above and beyond with a skilled and dedicated care team. This dedication to excellence starts with their founder, Sofia Smith, who ensures that all residents feel a sense of belonging and family at Dalia’s. Featuring a variety of shared accommodations, Dalia Precious Memories provides a homey environment for its residents.

Alongside the essential care provided by the team, Dalia Precious Memories conducts social activities and outings to forge meaningful connections with each other. Catering to the dietary preferences and needs of its residents, the community serves healthy and delicious meals. With a wide range of services, Dalia Precious Memories ensures the well-being and comfort of its residents. At Dalia’s, they make it a priority to make sure care is accessible by accepting Elderly and Disabled Waiver through Medicaid.  Furthermore, this community provides support through compensating family members to take care of their loved ones with a weekly stipend tax free while living in their own home.

Contact Dalia Precious Memories Personal Care Home

Overview of Jonesboro Assisted Living Center

Jonesboro Assisted Living Center provides assisted living in Jonesboro, Georgia. Residents can receive help with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and medication management while maintaining as much independence as their needs allow. The community may be a good fit for someone who needs this daily support in a smaller setting.

There are 45 beds, which may allow staff and residents to become familiar with one another. Natalie Recasner serves as administrator, and Maghan Diaz is the director. Residents have access to Five Star Dining with a café like dining experience, a theatre room for movie nights, a large activity room, a library, a beauty shop, and an outdoor courtyard.

Activities include arts and crafts, yoga, trivia, Wii Fit, church services, holiday events, birthday parties, shopping, and park visits, giving residents options for creative, spiritual, social, and recreational engagement. A wheelchair van is available for scheduled outings. The area has a Walk Score of 47 out of 100 and is car dependent, so most errands require a car or a ride; a resident who no longer drives would need transportation for routine errands.

Contact Jonesboro Assisted Living Center

Overview of Governor’s Glen Mem Care & Assisted Living Comm

Governor’s Glen Mem Care & Assisted Living Comm offers assisted living and memory care in Forest Park, Georgia. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks, while memory care provides a supervised setting for residents with Alzheimer’s disease, dementia, or other memory problems. Having both care levels in one community can suit a resident whose needs may grow over time.

The community has 60 beds and is administered by Ms. Carmen Akins. Short-term respite care gives families a temporary residential option when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. Short-term rehabilitation and adult day programs add time-limited support and daytime participation.

Residents can use the on-site beauty parlor and barber shop for grooming without leaving the community. Daily activities include exercise classes, pet therapy, music therapy, and sensory stimulation, offering several kinds of movement, companionship, and engagement. Meals are prepared daily by a full-time chef, and a doctor is on staff to provide physician care at the community.

Contact Governor’s Glen Mem Care & Assisted Living Comm

Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
01

Resident & Family Experience 35%

The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.

  • Includes
  • Review Sentiment
  • Review Volume
02

Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • State Inspections
  • Citations/Inspection
  • % Inspections w/ Citations
  • Complaint Visits
  • Accreditations
  • BBB Rating
03

Visual Media & Transparency 15%

Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.

  • Includes
  • Video Tours
  • Virtual Walkthroughs
  • Photo Quantity
  • Photo Quality
04

Website & Operator Transparency 10%

Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.

  • Includes
  • Website Content
  • Mobile Usability
  • Staff Info Available
  • Owner Info Available
05

Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy Rate
  • Bed Options
06

Environment & Pricing 5%

Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • Pricing Transparency
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Assisted Living in Clayton County at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 32/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Clayton County, GA. A third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100) measuring convenience and context, not healthcare quality. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 50/ 100
Avg No. of Beds: 40The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Clayton County, GA. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90
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Frequently Asked Questions about Assisted Living in Clayton County, GA

What's the difference between assisted living and memory care in Georgia?

Assisted living in Georgia supports residents with daily activities (bathing, dressing, medication management) while preserving independence. Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's or dementia, and adds 24/7 secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and structured routines designed to reduce confusion and wandering.

What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in Georgia?

Assisted living in Georgia is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.

Does Georgia Medicaid cover assisted living?

Georgia Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for assisted living, but most states (including Georgia) offer Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers that can offset the cost of care services delivered inside a licensed community. Eligibility, waitlists, and covered services vary — check directly with the state Medicaid agency.

What is assisted living?

Assisted living combines private or semi-private apartments with help on activities of daily living (meals, bathing, dressing, medication management) and a social calendar — for residents who need some support but do not need 24/7 medical care.

How many assisted living facilities are listed on this page?

This page features 6 assisted living facilities in Clayton County, GA. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right assisted living facility in Clayton County, GA?

Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Clayton County, GA, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.

What should I look for when visiting assisted living facilities in Clayton County, GA?

Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.