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Best Assisted Living in Gwinnett County, GA

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 6 assisted living communities in Gwinnett 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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Avg Walk Score: 37/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Gwinnett 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: 73The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Gwinnett County, GA. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

Compare Assisted Living around Gwinnett County

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.

Dogwood Forest of Grayson
AL
ADC
MC
Grayson
110
Facility 110
GA AVG 87
Rank #152 / 663
No
49
Facility 49
GA AVG 41
Rank #323 / 839
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
9
Facility 9
GA AVG 14
Rank #287 / 672
Bill Windsor14
3
Facility 3
GA AVG 21
Rank #157 / 482
0.2
Facility 0.2
GA AVG 1.2
Rank #112 / 482
Parc at Duluth, GA
AL
IL
RESC
Duluth
40
Facility 40
GA AVG 87
Rank #557 / 663
Yes
45
Facility 45
GA AVG 41
Rank #371 / 839
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
22
Facility 22
GA AVG 14
Rank #131 / 672
Yania Bautista4
2
Facility 2
GA AVG 21
Rank #131 / 482
0.5
Facility 0.5
GA AVG 1.2
Rank #190 / 482
Hamilton Mill Senior Care
AL
RC
Dacula
6
Facility 6
GA AVG 87
Rank #648 / 663
No
6
Facility 6
GA AVG 41
Rank #775 / 839
Private Room / Semi-Private Room
8
Facility 8
GA AVG 14
Rank #353 / 672
Mirabela Burca5
1
Facility 1
GA AVG 21
Rank #94 / 482
0.2
Facility 0.2
GA AVG 1.2
Rank #112 / 482
Highlands Senior Living Norcross
AL
HC
MC
Norcross
84
Facility 84
GA AVG 87
Rank #313 / 663
No
35
Facility 35
GA AVG 41
Rank #485 / 839
Studio / Private / Semi-Private Rooms
1
Facility 1
GA AVG 14
Rank #643 / 672
Jenohn Carter5
3
Facility 3
GA AVG 21
Rank #157 / 482
0.6
Facility 0.6
GA AVG 1.2
Rank #222 / 482
Alto Johns Creek
AL
MC
Johns Creek
127
Facility 127
GA AVG 87
Rank #102 / 663
Yes
47
Facility 47
GA AVG 41
Rank #346 / 839
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
1
Facility 1
GA AVG 14
Rank #643 / 672
Damaris Green3
0
Facility 0
GA AVG 21
Rank #1 / 482
0.0
Facility 0.0
GA AVG 1.2
Rank #1 / 482
Holbrook Sugar Hill
AL
MC
Sugar Hill
-No
42
Facility 42
GA AVG 41
Rank #413 / 839
Studio / 1 Bed-----
Overview of Dogwood Forest of Grayson

Experience the finest retirement with the idyllic senior living community of Dogwood Forest of Grayson settled on the peaceful Grayson Highway, Grayson, GA, that provides assisted living, memory care, post-operative care, on-site rehabilitation, and short-term stay. With specially designed and elegant residences in a selection of studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom floor plans, seniors ease their worries and live comfortably. The community goes above and beyond in assisting residents with their daily activities for a worry-free lifestyle.

Carefully curated activities and engaging programs accompany seniors as they go about their day. Dedicated to seniors’ well-being, the community works hard to meet their needs and aspirations. Satisfy nutritional needs and cravings with healthy and tasty meals. Dogwood Forest of Grayson strives to provide a safe place for seniors to optimize their freedom and live their best lives.

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Parc at Duluth, GA

3315 Peachtree Industrial Blvd, Duluth, GA 30096
Overview of Parc at Duluth, Ga

Experience the highest quality of life with Park at Duluth, a blissful retreat in Duluth, GA, that offers independent living. With cozy and beautifully designed studio to two-bedroom floor plans set in a cozy and welcoming environment, residents’ comfort and safety are guaranteed. Personal care is also available to help those who need assistance to manage their day-to-day activities and enjoy a worry-free lifestyle.

Enrich retirement with a carefully curated calendar of fun activities and engaging events for their leisure and wellness. Healthy meals are important for residents’ well-being, so delightful and nutritious meals are served three times daily to meet their dietary needs and preferences. Here, residents enjoy plenty of resort-style amenities, including a library with a fireplace, a media center, a fitness center, a heated pool, and beautifully designed amenities.

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Overview of Hamilton Mill Senior Care

Settled in the harmonious neighborhood of Hog Mountain Road, Dracula, GA, Hamilton Mill Senior Care is a respected senior living community featuring assisted living and respite care. The community encourages seniors to personalize their chosen residences to promote better comfort and familiarity. With round-the-clock care and assistance from a compassionate and highly trained team, seniors can rest assured to enjoy their best years without worries.

A jam-packed calendar of activities and enjoyable programs are orchestrated for seniors to stay active and well-engaged with their surroundings. The community also helps seniors with their off-site appointments, ensuring their convenience and safety. Hamilton Mill Senior Care provides ethereal landscapes and welcoming spaces for seniors to experience a relaxing retirement.

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Overview of Highlands Senior Living Norcross

Ideally situated in the peaceful neighborhood of Norcross, GA, Highlands Senior Living Norcross is a dedicated community that offers assisted living and memory care. The community is dedicated to improving residents’ well-being, providing top-tier care and support tailored to their needs and preferences around the clock. Residents keep peace of mind within the community’s friendly and nurturing environment.

Residents here will not run out of things to do with a jam-packed calendar of fun activities and engaging programs, aiming to keep them active and enhance their cognition. Fostering comfort and satisfying dietary needs, delicious and healthy meals are prepared for a satisfactory dining experience. Medication management and a house pharmacy are also available for residents’ convenience. The community’s all-inclusive rates ensure residents enjoy their golden years without worries.

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Alto Johns Creek

10595 Medlock Bridge Rd, Johns Creek, GA 30097
Overview of Alto Johns Creek

Operated by administrator Damaris Green since its licensing in September 2024, Alto Johns Creek is a new 127-bed memory care, assisted living, and independent living community in Johns Creek, Fulton County, Georgia. The property sits at 10595 Medlock Bridge Road, only 0.9 miles from the city center, positioning residents within a somewhat walkable neighborhood (Walk Score 47) where some errands may be accomplished on foot.

A 3-story building houses studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments ranging from 293 to 819 square feet. Pet-friendly accommodations are available.

The Georgia Department of Community Health conducted an initial licensing inspection in April 2025, finding zero deficiencies and no rule violations. Two subsequent complaint investigations, one in July 2025 and another in October 2025, both resulted in zero cited violations; all complaints investigated during this period were unsubstantiated. No enforcement actions, fines, or license suspensions have been issued.

Across Georgia’s 574 assisted living facilities, Alto Johns Creek ranks first in deficiencies per inspection (0.0) and total deficiencies (0), representing perfect compliance during its inaugural operating year.

Care services span three levels: specialized memory care for residents with Alzheimer’s disease and dementia; assisted living for those requiring help with activities of daily living; and independent living for more autonomous residents. Respite care is available. A compassionate, specially trained team provides 24/7 support.

Amenities encompass dining services, beauty services, housekeeping, transportation, recreational and exercise programming, and enriching activities designed to support cognitive engagement and wellness. Meal service emphasizes nutritional balance with carefully curated dining options that accommodate individual preferences.

The community’s newness translates to modern facilities and purpose-designed layouts supporting dementia care and personalized assisted living. The convenient proximity to Johns Creek’s city center offers accessibility to local services and amenities.

Alto Johns Creek serves memory care and assisted living residents, particularly those with cognitive impairment or requiring daily living support, in a newly opened, compliance-clean residential community with specialized dementia care programming and enhanced staffing ratios.

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Overview of Holbrook Sugar Hill

Create unforgettable moments in your golden years with Holbrook Sugar Hill, a trusted community in Sugar Hill, GA, that offers memory care and assisted living. Here, residents enjoy luxurious accommodations while receiving top-tier care and support for their needs. Promoting a nurturing and welcoming environment, the community ensures residents feel at ease and gain meaningful experiences.

Residents are also encouraged to live actively with a carefully curated calendar of enriching activities and stimulating programs. Mealtimes are also something to look forward to with delightful and healthy meals, catering to their dietary needs and preferences. Physical rehabilitation, musical therapy, and wellness services are also available to enhance residents’ living experiences. The community is great for those seeking a place to live their golden years without worries, especially with its specially designed amenities.

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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 Gwinnett 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 Gwinnett 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 Gwinnett 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 Gwinnett 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 Gwinnett 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.