Page 2 of Best Memory Care in Columbus, GA

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 14 memory care providers in Columbus, 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. 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. 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.
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.
Orchard View Rehabilitation & Skilled Nursing Center
MC
NH
SNF
Columbus (Twin Chapel)
200
Facility 200
GA AVG 86
Rank #10 / 368
No
16
Facility 16
GA AVG 38
Rank #310 / 401
11
Facility 11
GA AVG 11
Rank #90 / 369
William Tyson41
69
Facility 69
GA AVG 21
Rank #313 / 330
1.7
Facility 1.7
GA AVG 1.3
Rank #280 / 330
The Gardens at Calvary Alc
MC
AL
Columbus
100
Facility 100
GA AVG 86
Rank #99 / 368
No
23
Facility 23
GA AVG 38
Rank #269 / 401
25
Facility 25
GA AVG 11
Rank #42 / 369
Zachary Hamsley---
The Haven at Columbus
MC
AL
RC
Columbus
60
Facility 60
GA AVG 86
Rank #264 / 368
No
23
Facility 23
GA AVG 38
Rank #269 / 401
1
Facility 1
GA AVG 11
Rank #346 / 369
Cheryl Memo---
Lighthouse Adult Day Care
MC
ADC
Columbus
24
Facility 24
GA AVG 86
Rank #347 / 368
No
23
Facility 23
GA AVG 38
Rank #269 / 401
8
Facility 8
GA AVG 11
Rank #155 / 369
Paris Williams---

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 14 analyzed for Columbus. See how we rank facilities

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Overview of Orchard View Rehabilitation & Skilled Nursing Center

Set amidst a tranquil environment in Columbus, GA, Orchard View is a trusted senior care provider, offering premiere rehabilitation and skilled nursing services. The community is designed to provide all the comforts of home with immediate access to various medical assistance that guarantees comfort and quick recovery. Residents here are provided with meticulously customized care plans based on individual needs, preferences, interests, and care goals.

Committed to making a difference in the lives of its residents, the community provides them plenty of opportunities for enrichment, socialization, and fulfillment with a variety of engaging and stimulating activities. A culinary & nutrition team works hard in creating an excellent and nourishing dining experience for all residents, ensuring they are always healthy and satisfied. With splendid views, a welcoming environment, and compassionate care, residents here are guaranteed to quickly get back on their feet and continue enjoying their lives.

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Overview of The Gardens at Calvary Alc

The Gardens at Calvary Alc offers assisted living and memory care in Columbus, Georgia. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication management, with residents living in community room or suite options. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone who may be at risk of wandering. Having both care levels in one community may suit a resident whose needs grow over time.

The community opened in 2000 and has 100 beds. Housing includes shared suites, studios, deluxe studios, one bedroom and deluxe one bedroom units, and two bedroom units. A studio provides one private living space, while shared suites and two bedroom units can suit a couple moving together or someone who wants a companion.

An in house beauty salon gives residents access to salon services within the community, and accessible outdoor space is available for time outside. Transportation gives residents an option for travel without driving themselves. Pastoral care, chaplain services, and religious services support residents who want faith based services. Dining includes home cooked meals, so residents do not need to prepare each meal themselves, and Zachary Hamsley serves as the administrator.

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Overview of Lighthouse Adult Day Care

Lighthouse Adult Day Care provides memory care and Adult Day Care in Columbus, GA. Memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for adults who may be at risk of wandering, while Adult Day Care provides daytime support for cognitively impaired adults aged 18 and older. The community may be a good fit for a family seeking structured care for an adult with cognitive impairment who can benefit from supervised activities during the day.

With 24 beds, Lighthouse falls within the smaller community range, where residents and staff can get to know one another. Daily activities include arts and crafts, musical entertainment, mental stimulation games, outdoor activities, holiday and birthday celebrations, and gentle exercises. These give residents structured ways to spend the day, with a mix of creative, social, mentally engaging, outdoor, and physical activities.

Well balanced meals and snacks account for clients’ dietary needs and preferences. Paris Williams serves as the administrator, and the center’s programming includes day care services and upcoming events.

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The Haven at Columbus

8301 Franciscan Woods Drive, Columbus, GA 31909
Overview of The Haven at Columbus

The Haven at Columbus offers assisted living, memory care, and respite care in Columbus, GA. Assisted living includes help with dressing, bathing, and medication management, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

Respite care gives a family a short stay option when the usual caregiver needs time away. Together, assisted living and memory care may suit a resident whose care needs change over time.

The community has 60 beds, with private rooms and semi-private rooms for residents who prefer to share with a roommate. Transportation is available for medical appointments and regularly scheduled shopping trips, so residents can attend those outings without arranging each trip independently.

The Nourish Program and rehabilitation services are available at The Haven at Columbus, and short-term stays support temporary care needs. Personalized care plans organize support around each resident’s needs, and Cheryl Memo serves as the administrator.

Contact The Haven at Columbus

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 Memory Care in Columbus, GA

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

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

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

Memory care in Columbus, 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 Columbus, GA?

Memory care communities in Columbus, 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 14 memory care communities in Columbus, GA. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

Memory Care in Columbus at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 20/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Columbus, 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: 89The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Columbus, GA. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90