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Our editorial team analyzed 475 assisted living communities in GA using GA Dept. of Community Health (DCH) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank assisted living in GA
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 TableAL (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.
RC (Respite Care):
Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break.
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.
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 475 on this page. See how we rank facilities
Legacy Ridge at Alpharetta offers assisted living, memory care, and respite care in Alpharetta, GA. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication management, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone who may be at risk of wandering. Respite care is available for short stays, which can suit a family whose usual caregiver needs time to travel or recover.
There are 83 beds in one residence. A resident whose needs grow may be able to move between care levels without leaving the community. Stephen L Miller serves as the administrator. The dining director and culinary team prepare hearty, nutritious, and fulfilling meals each day, giving residents access to food prepared by the community’s culinary team.
Rainbow Senior Care Home provides assisted living and residential care in Norcross, Georgia. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and taking medication while the resident keeps a private apartment. Residential care offers a residential setting with support for daily routines.
The community has 100 beds in the Gwinnett Village neighborhood, and Ju Lee serves as its administrator. Transportation can be arranged for medical appointments, shopping, and other outings, while the Meal Preparation and Home Maintenance programs address food preparation and household upkeep. Rainbow Senior Care Home may be a good fit for a resident who needs daily living support and an arranged option for essential trips or outings.
Overview of Lighthouse Personal Care Homes – Southern Haven
Lighthouse Personal Care Homes, Southern Haven offers assisted living, memory care, and residential care in Dalton, GA. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. The range of care types may suit a resident whose needs change over time.
Private rooms give residents a single private living space. Memory care may be a good fit for someone living with Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia who needs a secure, supervised setting.
Legacy at Savannah Quarters in Pooler, GA, offers assisted living, memory care, and respite care. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication, while memory care provides a supervised setting for someone at risk of wandering. Respite care offers a short stay when a resident’s usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.
The community has 124 beds. Chef-inspired meals are served through the dining program, and a wellness gym gives residents an on-site place to exercise. An outdoor plunge pool provides another option for outdoor recreation. Marcus Briscoe serves as the administrator. The combination of care levels may be a good fit for a family seeking ongoing support that can include memory care or a short-term respite stay during caregiver travel or recovery.
Making a Joyful Journey provides assisted living in Columbus, GA. Residents receive help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing and medication while keeping a private living space.
The community has 80 beds. Richard Averett serves as administrator.
Ivy Springs Senior Living Buford offers assisted living and memory care in Buford, Georgia. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks while residents keep an apartment, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Having both care levels in one community may suit a resident whose needs could grow over time without requiring a move elsewhere.
The community has 90 beds in the Gravel Springs neighborhood. Restaurant-style meals are served in the dining hall or in a resident’s room, so residents can choose where they dine. Social activities, wellness programs, and religious services provide scheduled options for engagement and worship, and Anita Khan serves as the administrator.
Dunwoody Pines Retirement Community is a 198-apartment independent living community located at 4355 Georgetown Square in Dunwoody, DeKalb County, Georgia. Operated by Sunshine Retirement, a multi-location senior living organization, the community has delivered independent living for 33 years and ranks 83rd among 670 similar communities statewide; a reflection of its longevity in the market. The Better Business Bureau awards the community an A+ rating.
No medical assistance or memory care is provided; the community caters to residents who remain independent in activities of daily living. Monthly rent begins at $2,200.
The community offers three floor plans: studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom units ranging from 435 to 945 square feet. Residents enjoy three daily chef-prepared meals tailored to dietary preferences, plus after-hours dining options. Housekeeping, maintenance, concierge, and utilities come bundled with rent. On-site staffing operates around the clock.
A Blue Zones-aligned wellness program encourages natural movement, stress reduction, purpose-driven living, healthy eating, and social bonds. The EZ Move program, facilitated through Sunshine Retirement’s platform, helps smooth the relocation process for incoming residents.
Recreation and social offerings span a fitness center, swimming pool, library, salon, barber, theater, billiards room, and walking paths. Respite care, rehabilitation services, private dining, religious services, and transportation support daily life. A robust activity calendar and community programs anchor resident engagement. Pets are permitted.
Recognized as one of Georgia’s best independent living communities, Dunwoody Pines fits active older adults seeking a social, amenity-rich environment with prepared meals and wellness programming.
This brand-new senior living community, which is situated in Martinez, Georgia, was constructed in 2019. Atlanta’s Thrive Senior Living is a senior living facility that distinguishes out for its cutting-edge method of elder care. They use technology to improve the lives of its residents, such as using tablets to keep residents in touch with their loved ones and using sensors to check residents’ wellbeing and offer proactive care.
It provides its residents with a wide range of entertaining activities, including exercise classes, arts and crafts, and social gatherings. These pursuits foster a sense of community while keeping residents interested and healthy. The rooms are tastefully furnished, with an emphasis on fostering a friendly atmosphere for the occupants.
Tranquility of Cartersville provides assisted living and respite care in Cartersville, Georgia. Assisted living can include help with dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident lives in the community. Respite care offers a short stay when a family caregiver needs to travel or recover. Tranquility of Cartersville may be a good fit for a resident who needs daily assistance or for a family seeking a temporary care arrangement.
The community has 32 beds, creating a smaller setting where staff and residents can get to know one another. The starting price is $500, and Ms. Mary Lisa Greeson serves as the administrator. Facility services include emergency shelter, food, transportation, and around-the-clock staff assistance for women and children affected by domestic violence. Programs include legal advocacy, support groups, a children’s program, and trauma-informed activities such as yoga, dance, exercise, music, and art.
The Oaks by Windham offers assisted living in Macon, Georgia, with 54 beds. Its smaller scale creates a setting where staff and residents can get to know one another, making it a fit for a resident who prefers a more familiar community. Spencer J. Windham serves as the administrator.
Every community above is evaluated across six weighted categories using public data including state inspection records, review platforms, BBB profiles, and operator-published materials. Rank badges compare each community against other assisted living communities in the same state — never against a different care type.
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
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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
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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
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Website & Operator Transparency 10%
Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.
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Website Content
Mobile Usability
Staff Info Available
Owner Info Available
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Community Stability 10%
Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.
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Occupancy Rate
Bed Options
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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.
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Walk Score
Pricing Transparency
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Avg Monthly Cost:$5,243The average monthly cost across facilities in Georgia. Reflects published or estimated base rates and can vary with care level, room type, and amenities. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average:$5,600
Avg Walk Score:38/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Georgia. 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:75The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Georgia. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
Frequently Asked Questions about Assisted Living in Georgia
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 475 assisted living facilities in Georgia. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.
How do I choose the right assisted living facility in Georgia?
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 Georgia, 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 Georgia?
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.
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