Best Memory Care in Buford, GA

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 6 memory care providers in Buford, GA using GA Dept. of Community Health (DCH) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank memory care 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. 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. ADC (Adult Day Care): Daytime supervision, health monitoring, and social activities for seniors who live at home.
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.
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 Phoenix at Lake Lanier
MC
AL
RC
Gainesville
180
Facility 180
GA AVG 86
Rank #15 / 368
Yes
16
Facility 16
GA AVG 38
Rank #310 / 401
Studio / 2 Bed
8
Facility 8
GA AVG 11
Rank #155 / 369
Katrina Cohen21
34
Facility 34
GA AVG 21
Rank #287 / 330
1.6
Facility 1.6
GA AVG 1.3
Rank #274 / 330
Charter Senior Living of Buford
MC
AL
Buford (Woodbriar East)
64
Facility 64
GA AVG 86
Rank #255 / 368
No
5
Facility 5
GA AVG 38
Rank #372 / 401
Studio / 1 Bed
5
Facility 5
GA AVG 11
Rank #251 / 369
Viktor Arvanitopolo6
12
Facility 12
GA AVG 21
Rank #212 / 330
2.0
Facility 2.0
GA AVG 1.3
Rank #290 / 330
Ivy Springs Senior Living Buford, LLC
MC
AL
Buford
90
Facility 90
GA AVG 86
Rank #146 / 368
No
5
Facility 5
GA AVG 38
Rank #372 / 401
-
3
Facility 3
GA AVG 11
Rank #313 / 369
Anita Khan4
2
Facility 2
GA AVG 21
Rank #77 / 330
0.5
Facility 0.5
GA AVG 1.3
Rank #127 / 330
The Retreat at Buford
MC
AL
Buford
90
Facility 90
GA AVG 86
Rank #146 / 368
No
5
Facility 5
GA AVG 38
Rank #372 / 401
-
4
Facility 4
GA AVG 11
Rank #269 / 369
Anita Khan3
0
Facility 0
GA AVG 21
Rank #1 / 330
0.0
Facility 0.0
GA AVG 1.3
Rank #1 / 330
Ivy Springs Senior Living Buford, LLC
MC
AL
Buford
90
Facility 90
GA AVG 86
Rank #146 / 368
No
5
Facility 5
GA AVG 38
Rank #372 / 401
-
3
Facility 3
GA AVG 11
Rank #313 / 369
Anita Khan---
Lia’s Personal Care Home
MC
ADC
AL
RESC
Buford
-No
26
Facility 26
GA AVG 38
Rank #252 / 401
1 Bed-----

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

Overview of The Phoenix at Lake Lanier

Part of the Phoenix Senior Living network, The Phoenix at Lake Lanier is a senior living community in Gainesville, Georgia, offering assisted living, memory care, and respite care. The community is in Hall County, about 3 miles from Northeast Georgia Medical Center Gainesville. The 180-bed community offers studio and two-bedroom residences. It has been serving residents for 8 years. Katrina Cohen serves as the administrator.

The community provides several care options, so residents can remain in familiar surroundings as their needs change over time. Respite care is also available for families who need short-term support. Residents have access to transportation services and fitness and recreation programs. On-site physicians address routine medical needs without requiring trips outside the community.

The surrounding neighborhood is car-dependent, so most errands and outings require a short drive. Transportation services are available for residents who need to attend appointments and participate in activities away from the community.

State inspection reports have addressed topics including staffing levels, medication administration, resident safety, and communication with families about changes in a resident’s condition. One incident involving resident treatment resulted in personnel action by the community. Families touring The Phoenix at Lake Lanier should ask how staffing and care documentation are currently being managed.

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Overview of The Retreat at Buford

The Retreat at Buford offers assisted living and memory care in Buford, GA. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication, 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 grow over time, without requiring a move to another community.

The community has 90 beds, and Anita Khan serves as its administrator. A gym supports exercise. Residents can also spend time outdoors in the garden, on the patio, or in outdoor seating areas, while the rear deck offers outdoor dining and seating overlooking woods and a creek.

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Overview of Ivy Springs Senior Living Buford

Ivy Springs Senior Living Buford offers assisted living and memory care in Buford, GA. Assisted living includes help with bathing, dressing and medication while a resident continues living in an apartment. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

The combination may be a good fit for a resident whose needs grow from help with daily tasks to a secured, supervised memory care setting without leaving the community. The community has 90 beds, and Anita Khan serves as the administrator. Residents receive three restaurant-style meals each day in the dining hall or in their own room, allowing for shared dining or private meals, and religious services are available for those who want that part of their routine included in community life.

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Overview of Charter Senior Living of Buford

Located in Buford, GA, Charter Senior Living of Buford is an inviting senior living community that offers Assisted Living and Memory Care. Live comfortably in spacious and carefully designed apartments, ranging from studios, one-bedroom and one-bedroom deluxe apartments. Here, you can feel the warmth of friendly residents and accommodating team members trained to provide utmost support and assistance. With housekeeping, laundry, and maintenance handled, residents are free to spend their precious time on things that truly matters the most to them.

The community’s dedication to enhancing the human spirit pushes them to continuously provide top-notch care, excellent services, and a wealth of convenient amenities. Here, residents enjoy a well-supported lifestyle with round-the-clock support and assistance. Amenities like wellness and fitness center, resource library, reading lounge, card room, full-service beauty salon, and beautiful outdoor areas makes residents’ everyday life more enjoyable and vibrant.

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Overview of Ivy Springs Senior Living Buford

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.

Contact Ivy Springs Senior Living Buford, LLC

Overview of Lia’s Personal Care Home

Set in Buford, GA, Lia’s Personal Care Home is a reliable senior living community that offers specialized memory care services. Residents here enjoy assistance with their daily living activities, medication, and personal grooming, combined with 24-hour supervision. The community also offers cozy accommodations with housekeeping services to lessen residents’ tiring responsibilities.

Key amenities like a salon, pool, and refreshing outdoor areas are also offered to make residents’ lives more enjoyable. Fun and engaging activities like celebrations, outings, and clubs are available to keep them active and entertained. The community also prioritizes their nutrition through well-balanced meals with accommodations for special diets and preferences.

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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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Memory Care in Buford at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 10/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Buford, 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: 103The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Buford, GA. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90
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Frequently Asked Questions about Memory Care in Buford, GA

What is the average cost of memory care in Buford, GA?

The average monthly cost of memory care in Buford, GA is approximately $4,800. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.

What is the price range for memory care in Buford, GA?

Memory care in Buford, GA typically ranges from $3,500–$6,000 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.

What is the typical staff-to-resident ratio at memory care communities in Buford, GA?

Memory care communities in Buford, GA typically operate with a staff-to-resident ratio in the range of 1:5–1:8.

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.

Does Georgia Medicaid cover memory care?

Georgia Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for memory care, 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 memory care?

Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia, with secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and routines built to reduce confusion and wandering.

How many memory care communities are listed on this page?

This page features 6 memory care communities in Buford, GA. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.