Best Memory Care in Savannah, GA

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 16 memory care communities in Savannah, 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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16 homes
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Avg Walk Score: 30/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Savannah, 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: 63The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Savannah, GA. 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. 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.
The Marshes of Skidaway Island
MC
AL
IL
NH
RC
SNF
Savannah
31
Facility 31
GA AVG 87
Rank #587 / 661
Yes
11
Facility 11
GA AVG 41
Rank #717 / 838
Cottages / Town Homes / Villas
12
Facility 12
GA AVG 14
Rank #184 / 671
-Ms. Heather Kjelstad8
12
Facility 12
GA AVG 21
Rank #316 / 480
1.5
Facility 1.5
GA AVG 1.2
Rank #375 / 480
Buckingham South
MC
AL
HC
HOS
NH
PC
RC
Savannah
92
Facility 92
GA AVG 87
Rank #264 / 661
No
61
Facility 61
GA AVG 41
Rank #187 / 838
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
27
Facility 27
GA AVG 14
Rank #105 / 671
A+Regina Terry-Wells20
17
Facility 17
GA AVG 21
Rank #356 / 480
0.9
Facility 0.9
GA AVG 1.2
Rank #286 / 480
The Social at Savannah
MC
AL
IL
RC
Savannah (Wilshire Estates)
73
Facility 73
GA AVG 87
Rank #365 / 661
Yes
38
Facility 38
GA AVG 41
Rank #464 / 838
Suite
4
Facility 4
GA AVG 14
Rank #531 / 671
ADallas Jessi Tompa15
7
Facility 7
GA AVG 21
Rank #255 / 480
0.5
Facility 0.5
GA AVG 1.2
Rank #188 / 480
Oaks at Habersham
MC
AL
RC
Savannah (Midtown)
72
Facility 72
GA AVG 87
Rank #369 / 661
Yes
56
Facility 56
GA AVG 41
Rank #251 / 838
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
11
Facility 11
GA AVG 14
Rank #216 / 671
-David Dixon9
6
Facility 6
GA AVG 21
Rank #231 / 480
0.7
Facility 0.7
GA AVG 1.2
Rank #244 / 480
The Marshes of Skidaway Island
MC
AL
IL
NH
RC
SNF
Savannah
31
Facility 31
GA AVG 87
Rank #587 / 661
Yes
11
Facility 11
GA AVG 41
Rank #717 / 838
-
12
Facility 12
GA AVG 14
Rank #184 / 671
-Ms. Heather Kjelstad8--
Sunabella Senior Living
MC
AL
IL
Savannah
49
Facility 49
GA AVG 87
Rank #509 / 661
Yes
43
Facility 43
GA AVG 41
Rank #395 / 838
Studio / 1 Bed
4
Facility 4
GA AVG 14
Rank #531 / 671
-Letty Cockrum9
1
Facility 1
GA AVG 21
Rank #92 / 480
0.1
Facility 0.1
GA AVG 1.2
Rank #92 / 480
Summer Breeze Senior Living
MC
AL
IL
RC
Savannah (Olde Towne)
65
Facility 65
GA AVG 87
Rank #420 / 661
No
30
Facility 30
GA AVG 41
Rank #535 / 838
1 Bed / 2 Bed
28
Facility 28
GA AVG 14
Rank #99 / 671
-Patty Dixon34
22
Facility 22
GA AVG 21
Rank #391 / 480
0.6
Facility 0.6
GA AVG 1.2
Rank #220 / 480
Thrive on Skidaway
MC
AL
IL
Savannah
47
Facility 47
GA AVG 87
Rank #527 / 661
Yes
36
Facility 36
GA AVG 41
Rank #479 / 838
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
6
Facility 6
GA AVG 14
Rank #451 / 671
-Kay Lynn Evans9
9
Facility 9
GA AVG 21
Rank #283 / 480
1.0
Facility 1.0
GA AVG 1.2
Rank #307 / 480
Harmony at Savannah
MC
AL
IL
Savannah
120
Facility 120
GA AVG 87
Rank #117 / 661
Yes
3
Facility 3
GA AVG 41
Rank #807 / 838
-
5
Facility 5
GA AVG 14
Rank #498 / 671
-Stacey Broadnax14
3
Facility 3
GA AVG 21
Rank #155 / 480
0.2
Facility 0.2
GA AVG 1.2
Rank #110 / 480
Sunabella at Savannah
MC
AL
IL
Savannah (Southside)
36
Facility 36
GA AVG 87
Rank #571 / 661
Yes
48
Facility 48
GA AVG 41
Rank #340 / 838
-
7
Facility 7
GA AVG 14
Rank #398 / 671
-Beatrice Agyemang17
16
Facility 16
GA AVG 21
Rank #345 / 480
0.9
Facility 0.9
GA AVG 1.2
Rank #286 / 480

Rank badges are statewide: each community is ranked against every GA community we track that reports that metric, not just the 16 analyzed for Savannah.

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Overview of The Marshes of Skidaway Island

Indulge in resort-style services amidst a cozy setting with The Marshes of Skidaway Island, a blissful community in Savannah, GA for independent living. The community allows its residents to live independently without the worries of maintenance and housekeeping. Residents can choose from an array of cottages and townhomes in seven different floor plans for a living environment that suits their tastes and budget.

The community also provides a full continuum of on-site care, including assisted living, memory care, and rehabilitation services for residents’ changing needs. Residents’ living experience is enhanced by a delectable dining experience that caters to special dietary needs. Safety is also highly prioritized with 24-hour security, an emergency power system, and the community’s EverSafe 360 program that focuses on sanitation, security, and air quality.

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Buckingham South

5450 Abercorn St, Savannah, GA 31405
Overview of Buckingham South

Conveniently located in beautiful and historic Savannah, GA, Buckingham South is an idyllic retreat that offers comprehensive care, including assisted living, memory care, hospice care, and respite care. Committed to improving residents’ well-being, the community provides top-notch care and assistance with a kind and highly trained team attending to their needs 24/7. As a locally owned and operated community, residents can rest assured of receiving personalized care while staying on budget with its affordable rates.

Enrich retirement with a jam-packed calendar of fun activities and engaging programs, conducted for residents to remain active and socially connected. Healthy and delicious meals are also served to satisfy residents’ dietary needs and preferences. With the community’s range of care options and high-quality amenities, residents will surely have the finest retirement experience.

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Overview of The Social at Savannah

The Social at Savannah is a stunning community that offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care. This community is managed by a dedicated professional care staff who puts the residents at the top of their priority list, ensuring that every service they provide is delivered with compassion and kindness. A priority at The Social at Savannah is to maintain a sense of individuality and independence for every senior through personalized care plans, allowing each resident to continue living an active lifestyle.

The Social at Savannah provides essential services and amenities that help make the lives of each individual worry-free– housekeeping, transportation, ADLs, outdoor and indoor common areas, and engaging activities. This community has a lot of open spaces for socialization and private cozy bedrooms– both promoting an environment where residents can thrive or rejuvenate.

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Overview of Oaks at Habersham

Experience Oaks at Habersham, a premier senior living offering exceptional assisted living community with memory care services, nestled in the heart of Savannah, Georgia. Their quiet suburban retirement community is conveniently close to both St. Joseph’s Hospital, and downtown Savannah, making it an ideal location for a fulfilling and enriching senior living experience.

Oaks take immense pride in their small size, attentive staff, their “person-directed lifestyle” takes senior living to a new level by tailoring care to meet the unique needs and wants of each senior resident. Personal choice is at the core of daily routines, celebrating each person’s unique life story, abilities, and strengths. This approach ensures that residents thrive through the joy of meaningful relationships and delightful ways to keep learning, laughing, and growing. Additionally, their community offers a variety of floor plans to suit the needs of residents, along with a range of services and amenities designed to make life easier and more engaging. 

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The Marshes of Skidaway Island

95 Skidaway Island Park Rd, Savannah, GA 31411
Overview of The Marshes of Skidaway Island

Just outside Savannah, Georgia, The Marshes of Skidaway Island is a retirement community delivering quality independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing, respite care, memory care, and rehabilitation services. For four consecutive years, this charming home has been awarded the Best Assisted Living/Retirement Community by Savannah Magazine. It boasts luxurious accommodations that can fit any lifestyle– with cottages, townhomes, and apartment villas in a neighborhood setting surrounded by beautifully landscaped grounds. Additionally, it has The Island Club and the Palmetto Club which house dining venues, a cocktail lounge, an indoor heated pool, a greenhouse, and a fully equipped exercise room, to name a few.
A full continuum of care is available onsite where a dedicated team of caregivers and licensed professionals are available 24/7. For seniors who need an extra layer of support, The Oaks Health Center provides assisted living services to residents of the Sycamore and Magnolia neighborhoods. The center also has a full range of personalized skilled nursing and long-term care for residents of the Peachtree and Mulberry Neighborhoods. The comprehensive medical support available in this community, alongside the wide variety of services and amenities, make The Marshes the ideal home for seniors seeking the best life has to offer.

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Overview of Sunabella Senior Living

Sunabella Senior Living is a nurturing home for seniors looking for independent living and assisted living options. Located in Savannah, it offers an enriching experience with spacious accommodations and diverse activities that are aimed to improve the quality of life of each senior that stays in the residence. Its staff endeavors to dive deep into the individuality of each resident to provide everyone the best possible care as unique goals and needs are addressed. This approach towards care provides a secure and comfortable environment for all residents– whether they want independence with minimal assistance or an extra layer of support, personalized care is guaranteed.

From cozy one-bedroom suites to sizable one-bedroom apartments and double suites, Sunabella Senior Living is dedicated to providing warmth and relief to its residents. A testament to this dedication is its rich menu of amenities including daily meals, medication management, housekeeping and laundry services, and transportation services. 

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Overview of Summer Breeze Senior Living

Summer Breeze Senior Living is a senior living community located in Savannah, Georgia offering a variety of living options, including independent living, assisted living, and memory care, all complemented by a selection of accommodating floor plans. 

Residents get access to a wide range of community amenities, such as weekly housekeeping, a salon, a library, activities, and transportation for appointments. This assisted living community takes pride in creating a vibrant and engaging environment that fosters a fulfilling and enriching lifestyle for its residents, ensuring that each day is brimming with joy and meaningful experiences. 

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Overview of Thrive on Skidaway

Situated on Skidaway Island, Thrive is a senior living community just a short distance from downtown Savannah. It offers customized care for several levels of support– independent living, assisted living, and memory care. The staff in this community focuses on giving residents the best quality of life possible which is achieved through programs geared towards building lasting relationships, fostering a sense of belongingness, and leading a purposeful life. With the belief that great care is a by-product of a meaningful relationship, the heart of Thrive Senior Living’s service stems directly from building the community.

The curated array of activities to choose from removes boredom from their residents’ vocabulary. A fire pit, a movie theater, a barre studio, and a trip to Georgia’s finest attractions are just a few of the things your loved one can enjoy at Thrive at Skidaway.

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Overview of Harmony at Savannah

Savannah families weighing senior care options will find Harmony at Savannah covers a lot of ground at once. It offers Assisted Living, Independent Living, and Memory Care in the same community, which means a couple with different needs, or someone whose needs shift down the road, doesn’t have to start over somewhere new. The address is 9136 Old Montgomery Rd, and the place has been open five years now, with 120 beds giving it real size without feeling like a mega-facility.

Here’s something worth knowing before you plan a visit: the Walk Score here is a 3 out of 100. That’s car-dependent territory. If you’re picturing strolls to a coffee shop or grabbing lunch on foot, that’s not really the setup.

On care itself, there’s rehab services, respite care, nursing services, and staff around the clock. Short-term stays are also an option, which is honestly a good move if you’re not ready to commit long-term, maybe recovering from surgery, maybe just testing the waters. Memory Care being built into the same community means a resident whose needs change doesn’t have to pack up and move across town.

The amenities lean toward the social side of things: movie theater, bistro, library, game room, and grounds with an actual walking path (a nice irony given the Walk Score situation outside the gates). Pets are allowed too, so residents don’t have to say goodbye to a dog or cat as the price of moving in.

Stacey Broadnax runs the place administratively, so that’s your point of contact if you want specifics on care planning or admissions.

Georgia’s Department of Community Health inspects communities like this one, and the themes that come up here center on documentation and care planning practices, plus attention to fall and injury prevention.

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Overview of Sunabella at Savannah

Welcome to Sunabella Senior Living, a community that offers affordable family-style independent and assisted living committed to providing a welcoming and enriched lifestyle, with a strong emphasis on family and social connections. Their dedicated team takes the time to personally know each resident, ensuring the best possible care that honors their individual needs.
Sunabella at Savannah is a compassionate memory care community, offering a supportive home for individuals with memory disorders. The environment is designed to be caring, safe, and comforting, fostering an atmosphere of family living. Each resident at Sunabella at Savannah receives dignified and personalized care, while the experienced caregivers assist both residents and their families in coping with memory loss and related challenges. With a focus on creating a warm and inclusive environment, Sunabella Senior Living is dedicated to making each day special for its residents in this new community.

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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 Memory Care in Savannah, GA

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

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

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

Memory care in Savannah, 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 Savannah, GA?

Memory care communities in Savannah, 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 16 memory care communities in Savannah, GA. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.