Page 7 of Best Assisted Living in Georgia

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 472 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
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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: 41/ 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: 87The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Georgia. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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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 to lowest based on our ranking 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. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. 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. HC (Home Care): Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. PC (Palliative Care): Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment.
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.
Orchard at Brookhaven
AL
MC
Brookhaven
100
Facility 100
GA AVG 87
Rank #190 / 661
Yes
58
Facility 58
GA AVG 41
Rank #223 / 838
Studio / 1 Bed
7
Facility 7
GA AVG 14
Rank #398 / 671
-Leslie Finkley8
3
Facility 3
GA AVG 21
Rank #155 / 480
0.4
Facility 0.4
GA AVG 1.2
Rank #164 / 480
The Canopy at Boynton Ridge
AL
MC
Ringgold
80
Facility 80
GA AVG 87
Rank #332 / 661
Yes
31
Facility 31
GA AVG 41
Rank #522 / 838
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
6
Facility 6
GA AVG 14
Rank #451 / 671
A+Cynthia Ashley8
4
Facility 4
GA AVG 21
Rank #185 / 480
0.5
Facility 0.5
GA AVG 1.2
Rank #188 / 480
Morning Pointe of Calhoun
AL
MC
Calhoun (Colonial Heights)
71
Facility 71
GA AVG 87
Rank #387 / 661
Yes
18
Facility 18
GA AVG 41
Rank #650 / 838
Studio / Alcove / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
26
Facility 26
GA AVG 14
Rank #114 / 671
A+Traci Clements9
7
Facility 7
GA AVG 21
Rank #255 / 480
0.8
Facility 0.8
GA AVG 1.2
Rank #265 / 480
Brookdale Augusta
AL
RESC
Augusta (Kennelworth)
48
Facility 48
GA AVG 87
Rank #513 / 661
Yes
30
Facility 30
GA AVG 41
Rank #535 / 838
Studio
48
Facility 48
GA AVG 14
Rank #54 / 671
A+Deborah Britt19
23
Facility 23
GA AVG 21
Rank #394 / 480
1.2
Facility 1.2
GA AVG 1.2
Rank #339 / 480
Oaks at Tucker
AL
MC
RC
Tucker
66
Facility 66
GA AVG 87
Rank #414 / 661
Yes
26
Facility 26
GA AVG 41
Rank #568 / 838
Studio
11
Facility 11
GA AVG 14
Rank #216 / 671
ADeborah Dowell11
19
Facility 19
GA AVG 21
Rank #371 / 480
1.7
Facility 1.7
GA AVG 1.2
Rank #394 / 480
Thrive at Green Island
AL
MC
Columbus
84
Facility 84
GA AVG 87
Rank #312 / 661
Yes
9
Facility 9
GA AVG 41
Rank #736 / 838
Suite
7
Facility 7
GA AVG 14
Rank #398 / 671
A+Meggan Walker27
42
Facility 42
GA AVG 21
Rank #432 / 480
1.6
Facility 1.6
GA AVG 1.2
Rank #386 / 480
Lanier Village Estates
AL
HC
HOS
IL
MC
PC
SNF
Gainesville
-No
20
Facility 20
GA AVG 41
Rank #631 / 838
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Canterbury Court
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Atlanta (Buckhead)
73
Facility 73
GA AVG 87
Rank #365 / 661
Yes
66
Facility 66
GA AVG 41
Rank #135 / 838
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
2
Facility 2
GA AVG 14
Rank #622 / 671
-Elizabeth Woltzen1
0
Facility 0
GA AVG 21
Rank #1 / 480
0.0
Facility 0.0
GA AVG 1.2
Rank #1 / 480
Brookdale Lawrenceville
AL
MC
Lawrenceville
72
Facility 72
GA AVG 87
Rank #369 / 661
Yes
50
Facility 50
GA AVG 41
Rank #311 / 838
Studio / Alcove / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
4
Facility 4
GA AVG 14
Rank #531 / 671
-Jacquenette Weightman3
0
Facility 0
GA AVG 21
Rank #1 / 480
0.0
Facility 0.0
GA AVG 1.2
Rank #1 / 480
Arbor Terrace of Burnt Hickory
AL
MC
Marietta
112
Facility 112
GA AVG 87
Rank #147 / 661
Yes
61
Facility 61
GA AVG 41
Rank #187 / 838
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
8
Facility 8
GA AVG 14
Rank #355 / 671
-Angelia Brigance20
8
Facility 8
GA AVG 21
Rank #270 / 480
0.4
Facility 0.4
GA AVG 1.2
Rank #164 / 480

Rank badges are statewide: each community is ranked against every GA community we track that reports that metric, not just the 472 on this page.

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Overview of Orchard at Brookhaven

Situated in the serene neighborhood of 1634 Afront Lane, Brookhaven, GA, Orchard at Brookhaven is an oasis of comfort for discerning individuals seeking a luxury senior living community. They offer assisted living and memory care, with luxurious studios and 1 and 2-bedroom apartments in various layouts ranging up to 1000 square feet. Dedicated to redefining the assisted living and memory care experience, they create an environment where any stage of life can be supported. Orchard at Brookhaven residents are separated into apartment clusters, or “groves,” based on care level needs where they can be supported by a specialized care team and other residents at the same stage of life.

Their lush landscaping and walking paths, infinity fountain, and virtual skylights allow their residents to appreciate nature and find the opportunity to build their imagination, clear their headspace, and relax. Along with the daily scheduled activities, residents can explore music with a piano and personalized music therapy and have access to life-long learning opportunities. Orchard at Brookhaven serves carefully prepared meals tailored to satisfy the resident’s cravings and dietary needs and extends its care to include transitional counseling services, resident nurses, on-site physical therapy, and primary care services to ensure that their residents are set up for success in all aspects of their well-being.

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The Canopy at Boynton Ridge

54 Battlefield Canopy Cir, Ringgold, GA 30736
Overview of The Canopy at Boynton Ridge

The Canopy at Boynton Ridge is a notable senior living community settling at Battlefield Canopy Circle, Ringgold, GA, that provides assisted living and memory care. The community offers spacious floor plans including cozy studios and elegant one-bedroom apartments. Delivering 24-hour personalized care, The Canopy at Boynton Ridge ensures the comfort and security of its residents. Through the HEARTS Welcome Program, seniors receive a warm welcome from the community to ease their worries.

The Canopy at Boynton Ridge fosters a bright and warm environment, providing its residents with activities and programs to keep an active and engaged life. Focusing on their physical, mental, and emotional health, immune system, and restful sleep, the community caters to their specific needs. The SRI University provides university-style classes and programs to keep the seniors’ cognition active. Experience meaningful conversations over nutritious and delicious meals that cater to the resident’s dietary needs and preferences with the community’s various dining areas. The Canopy at Boynton Ridge provides massage and meditation, and practical outdoor areas for walking and gardening that provide seniors comfort and relaxation.

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Overview of Morning Pointe of Calhoun

Tucked away in Calhoun, GA, Morning Pointe of Calhoun is an astonishing senior living community that offers premiere assisted living, memory care, and respite care services. Residents indulge in comfort and security with thoughtfully designed accommodations and a dedicated care team, available to offer support and assistance 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. With cleaning, laundry services, and delicious meals provided, residents enjoy a convenient lifestyle without the common hassles of daily living.

The community further enhances residents’ comfort with services like personal care assistance, medication management, periodic check-ins, incontinence care, and a licensed nurse that provides health oversight. With a variety of daily life enrichment programs, including lifelong-learning, intergenerational programming, live entertainment, organized outings, and volunteering projects, residents have plenty of opportunities to stay active and engaged. At Morning Pointe Senior Living, they believe in providing the best care possible so residents can live a more joyful life.

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Overview of Brookdale Augusta

Brookdale Augusta in Georgia is a true gem among Brookdale’s many senior homes. Its community is bustling with activities, offering a variety of classes and hobbies to explore, and providing ample opportunity to connect with others and make new friends. Whether it’s trying your hand at art or something completely new, there’s always something exciting to discover and experience.

Their staff is always on hand to provide 24/7 care and support, creating a safe and pet-friendly environment complete with a courtyard and garden porch. The community also features an emergency alert system, beauty and barbershop services, and convenient amenities such as a kitchenette and a private bathroom. Seniors can enjoy the comfort of wall-to-wall carpeting and Wi-Fi access, as well as an on-site therapy room to maintain their independence and practice self-care. Brookdale Augusta pays attention to every detail to ensure that seniors feel at home and have everything they need to thrive.

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Overview of Oaks at Tucker

Situated in serene and tranquil Tucker, GA, Oaks at Tucker is an exceptional senior living community that offers a spectrum of care options including assisted living, memory care, and respite care. As a trusted retirement community serving for over 25 years, Oaks at Tucker goes above and beyond expectations with its amenities and services for the residents. With a dedicated team and a well equipped community, Oaks at Tucker boasts a trusted and compassionate team of professionals and a wonderful place to live.

To guarantee a safe and comfortable stay for all residents, the community offers a variety of floor plans ranging from studio to 1 and 2-bedroom options, all equipped with bar handles and emergency plug cords. Oaks at Tucker’s promotes connection and friendships among the residents, hence, spaces are provided where residents can gather. The community also features an outdoor flower and vegetable garden, theater, and fitness programs. With compassion, Oaks at Tucker gives the best care tailored to its residents.

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Overview of Thrive at Green Island

Thrive at Green Island is an elegant retirement home considered one of Columbus’s premier assisted living communities. Its community presents an upscale lifestyle with its resort-like hospitality and professional service. As they are a resident-centered environment, there’s a massive significance in providing flexibility and independence. As its name suggests, residents ‘thrive’ in an environment where a modern approach to senior living is tested and trusted.

Thrive at Green Island aims to enhance its seniors’ lifestyle with premium amenities and unmatched services. They had thought of every big and little detail of the community: five-star dining experience, housekeeping services, cozy apartments, stimulating activities, specialized programs, and engaging gatherings.

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Overview of Lanier Village Estates

Located on Village View Drive, Lanier Village Estates is a nursing home in Gainesville, Georgia, that offers personal care, memory support, rehabilitation services, skilled nursing, and respite care. As part of the Acts Retirement-Life Communities network, the community’s multiple levels of care allow older adults to remain in the same setting as their needs progress.

Memory care, skilled nursing, assistance with daily activities, palliative care, home care, and hospice services are among the care options offered. Additionally, licensed nurses and certified nursing assistants provide 24-hour staffing. For those recovering from a hospital stay or seeking temporary relief, short-term rehabilitation and respite care are also available.

The community’s amenities promote socialization, relaxation, and outdoor opportunities, which include a swimming pool, grand dining room, community garden, multiple lounge areas, and a wellness center focused on helping residents stay active.

With a Walk Score of 20, the community requires a car to access most errands. Furthermore, Northeast Georgia Medical Center Gainesville is located nearby, providing convenient access to emergency medical care.

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Overview of Canterbury Court

If you’re seeking for a community with a solid reputation in offering seniors high-quality care and services, Canterbury Court is the ideal one for you. The community offers a wide range of indoor and outdoor activities, so there is never a dull time for their residents. With attractive communal areas that promote socialization and contact among residents, the facility is exceptionally clean and well-maintained. Each resident is provided with a tailored care plan that takes into consideration their unique needs, preferences, and medical problems. This makes sure that every resident gets the right amount and type of care. 

A chapel for weekly services and quiet reflection, multiple dining choices, a wildlife sanctuary, areas surrounded by lush greenery, a library, fitness classes with a trainer, a woodworking shop, a pool, spacious social areas, a beauty and barber shop, and so much more. The facility also ensures the residents’ safety through their gated and secured resident parking, an emergency response and check-in system, and scheduled transportation services, and the list goes on.

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Overview of Brookdale Lawrenceville

Brookdale Lawrenceville is a 72-bed memory care community situated at 1000 River Centre Place in Lawrenceville, Georgia. Located approximately three miles from the downtown district, the facility offers specialized cognitive support and 24-hour staffing for Gwinnett County seniors. The property is positioned near several local medical providers and features residential amenities including a courtyard, garden, chapel, and a dedicated arts and crafts studio.

A review of state regulatory records from the Georgia Department of Community Health highlights a consistent history of adherence to all health and safety mandates. The facility currently holds a citations-per-inspection rate of zero, with its most recent comprehensive survey in April 2025 finding no rule violations. Because every state inspection and complaint investigation conducted since 2022 has been resolved as unsubstantiated, the community operates with a deficiency rate significantly better than the Georgia state average.

The service model focuses on personalized care plans within a pet-friendly environment, utilizing restaurant-style dining and structured memory programming. Care coordination includes local transportation, library access, and professional oversight of the 72-bed residential units. Administrative management has maintained a stable operational record throughout its history, with no documented fines, enforcement actions, or licensing issues present in the public record.

Supportive services are delivered in a secure setting that includes private dining options and an on-site beauty shop. The facility’s performance demonstrates a high level of accountability, as evidenced by the perfect compliance scores recorded during multiple state audits over the past three years. This track record reflects a rigorous approach to resident safety and a focus on maintaining consistent operational standards during daily routines.

Families seeking a highly compliant environment for a loved one with memory impairment may find this community a suitable fit, given its long-standing record of zero deficiencies. The facility is ideal for individuals who value a larger campus with diverse social spaces and a proven track record of meeting all state regulatory requirements. Prospective residents are encouraged to tour the chapel and studio areas to see firsthand how the community’s consistent management supports an active and secure lifestyle.

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Overview of Arbor Terrace of Burnt Hickory

An elegant and luxurious home that steeps excellence, Arbor Terrace of Burnt Hickory has raised the standard of senior living. Their dedicated team of professional staff strives in providing a level of care that is nothing short of extraordinary. The community practices a results-driven lifestyle that aims to provide quality service for its assisted living and memory care residences. Seniors can thrive at Arbor Terrace.

They offer an array of opportunities to be discovered–through its activities and programs allowing for a mentally and physically stimulating environment for residents. Assisted living and memory care residents each receive specific care in terms of providing assistance with daily living and memory care– that is assistance with bathing, grooming, dressing; medication management; activities for physical and mental stimulation. 

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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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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 472 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.