The Ralston

Overview of The Ralston

Spend a vibrant lifestyle at The Ralston, an esteemed community in Columbus, GA, offering independent living. Residents can find the accommodation that best matches their preferences with specially designed and spacious floor plans. The community strives to maintain residents’ independence, helping with maintenance and chores.

With leisure sites and thriving shops nearby, residents can spend their days according to their interests and capabilities. Residents also enjoy a variety of dining options with delightful restaurants surrounding the community. The community’s warm and inviting environment creates the ideal setting for residents to thrive in retirement.

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Types of Care at The Ralston

Independent Living

Walk Score: 80 / 100

Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

What does this home offer?

Room Sizes: 255 sq. ft

Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed

Building Type: Mid-rise

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Community Care Services Program

Georgia Medicaid CCSP

Age 65+ or disabled

General Georgia resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual

Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

High rural demand; waitlists possible.

Benefits

Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Adult day care (~$75/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Meals

Respite Care Program

Georgia NFCSP Respite

Age Caregiver of someone 60+ (or with dementia)

General Georgia resident.

Income Limits No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.

Asset Limits Not applicable.

Focus on metro and rural balance.

Benefits

In-home aide (4-6 hours/day) Adult day care (~$75/day) Facility stay (up to 5 days)

Home and Community Services (HCS)

Georgia Home and Community Services (Non-Medicaid)

Age 60+

General Georgia resident, functionally impaired, at risk of nursing home placement.

Income Limits (2025) No strict limit; prioritizes ~$41,000/year; cost-sharing for higher incomes.

Asset Limits Not specified; need-based.

Non-Medicaid; AAA-managed.

Benefits

Personal care (4-6 hours/day) Homemaker Adult day care ($80/day) Respite (~5 days/year)

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Georgia Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled

General Georgia resident, Medicare Part A/B.

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI).

Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).

Three tiers; entitlement benefit.

Benefits

Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

Georgia Medicaid PACE

Age 55+

General Georgia resident, nursing home-level care need, safe with PACE support.

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR

Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

Limited areas (e.g., Macon, Augusta).

Benefits

Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Medical care Meals Transportation Therapy

SOURCE (Service Options Using Resources in a Community Environment)

Georgia Medicaid SOURCE Program

Age 65+ or disabled

General Georgia resident, Medicaid-eligible, frail but not necessarily nursing home-level.

Income Limits (2025) ~$914/month (SSI level); QIT allowed.

Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

Enhanced primary care model; statewide via 12 sites.

Benefits

Personal care (4-6 hours/day) Case management Adult day health ($80/day) Respite (limited)

Optional State Supplementation (OSS)

Georgia Optional State Supplementation

Age 65+ or disabled

General Georgia resident, in approved facility, low-income/SSI recipient.

Income Limits (2025) ~$1,004/month including SSI

Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

~$20-$489/month based on facility type.

Benefits

Cash (~$20-$489/month) for room/board in personal care homes

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Is The Ralston in a walkable area?

The Ralston has a walk score of 80. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

What is the address of The Ralston?

The Ralston is located at 211 12th St, Columbus, GA 31901.

What is the phone number of The Ralston?

(706) 400-6852 will put you in contact with the team at The Ralston.

Is The Ralston Medicare or Medicaid certified?

The Ralston is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.

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