Situated at the foothills of the North Georgia mountains, Acworth sits in Cobb County within the Atlanta Metropolitan Area. In 2024, assisted living facilities in this region charge around $4,620 per month, which is about $500 higher than Georgia’s median but economical compared to the national norm. Throughout the region, prospective residents have 206 facilities to choose from, including 8 in the city proper.
This guide provides insight into the lifestyle, amenities and value local assisted living facilities provide through 1509 reviews unbiased reviews. Overall, these facilities earn an average consumer satisfaction score of 4.5 out of 5 stars stars.
"My husband and I have not been residents for a short time but we couldn’t be happier with our choice. The staff is wonderful, the residents so welcoming and the facility is lovely! Highly recommend!..."
"I toured Summerset Assisted Living. The facility was nice and clean. Everyone was friendly, and very detailed in the information that I was given. The rooms were all nice, and the space was nice. Everything that they had to offer was pretty good. The..."
"I visited Woodland Ridge Assisted Living & Memory Care. They offer hair appointments, there's a cafeteria, breakfast, lunch, and dinner, and there are common areas for sitting. There are planned activities, and they have bingo. They also have a bus t..."
"My mother moved into Brighton Gardens of Dunwoody. I think the people have been very attentive. There's a longevity of all the employees which was very telling for me. They have daily activities. They have an exercise class, socials, bingo, and somet..."
"My father-in-law moved to Oaks At Towne Lake. They care and are easy to contact, the cleanliness and the food are good, and the caregivers care. The rooms are adequate in size, updated, and clean. They have a variety of foods and it's always good. Th..."
"I like Renaissance on Peachtree. It's a high rise, and I just didn't want to be in a high rise. But it was a wonderful place. The rooms were great. They had good-sized rooms. The facility was clean, nice, and beautiful. The girl that I talked to was ..."
"My mom moved to the memory care of Villa Palazzo, and so far it's been excellent. I like the fact that it's a Montessori community, they go there to thrive and not to die. The physical appearance and the decor are beautiful, they have halls set up th..."
"It was lovely. It was very nice. We liked it a lot. The residents there seemed comfortable, and they were nice, too. They didn't have anything bad to say about the place. They have in-room adjustable air conditioning and heaters. They have the usual ..."
"We will be moving into Hammond Glen Retirement Community. They were good. They're far away from where we live, but they rented a vehicle to come and pick us up and take us there. It's nice and clean and the people seemed to be happy there. I figured ..."
"My mom is now at Holly House. It has been an awesome experience. Five minutes after we got there, she ditched the wheelchair and she started walking again. She got some independence. They help her with the issues that she needs. It could not have bee..."
"The Oaks at Alpharetta was nice. It's one level. The person who took me on the tour was real nice. It was clean. I didn't smell any odors or anything like that. Even though it's not a newer facility, it's still clean and very inviting. The rooms were..."
"My mother has been at the Grace Living Personal Care Home for about a week now. It's been very good. They're taking very good care of her. It's a family owned and operated facility. Everybody there works very hard from what I can tell. Her room is ve..."
"It was a nice assisted living, and our visit was very pleasant and very informative. The one-room apartment had a bed, shower and a little kitchen. They had a list of activities, and the dining area was very nice, spacious and beautifully decorated...."
"I toured Sunrise of HuntCliff Summit II. The community is clean, but I didn't like the parking lot. The rooms were clean and spacious. The staff is very kind. They had different clubs, crafts, and a church...."
"I visited this community for an event they had recently and I have to say that I was blown away with how nice everyone was there. I will definitely recommend this community to anyone searching for a place in Roswell. The care staff were polite and da..."
"I went to look at Northstar Square. They showed me the rooms. I've seen a few of the patients there. Everything looked good and nice. They explained everything. I went to a room that was vacant. Everybody was polite and nice. They take care of the pa..."
"We went to The Fountains in Cartersville. I love the Fountains. The staff there was excellent. The sales representative was awesome. She tried her very best to accommodate us in every way possible. Very friendly. I love the fact that their staff look..."
"I will be moving into Brookdale Chambrel Roswell. I was impressed because it was an open area. There are a lot of walking areas around it. I just like the way they set it up. There was a garden that you could walk through. They have a swimming pool. ..."
"We toured Village Park Alpharetta. It was very modern and upbeat, positive, bright, and light. There were lots of different hybrid options for people who were in different phases of life. So if you need more independence and your spouse stays more as..."
"I was very impressed with Tapestry House Assisted Living. The people who work there were pleasant and had good attitudes. They have a schedule of activities, but I didn't observe them doing anything. I saw a game room, the cafeteria, and the lobby. I..."
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The Cost of Assisted Living in Acworth, GA and Nearby Cities
Seniors in Acworth pay monthly assisted living rates of around $4,620, according to the 2024 Genworth Cost of Care Survey. Although this falls well below the national norm of $5,350, it exceeds Georgia’s median by $500 and surpasses costs in many nearby cities. For example, Athens seniors pay about $1,120 less, and facilities in Dalton charge approximately $2,545.
Acworth
$4,620
Georgia
$4,120
The United States
$5,350
Rome
$4,215
Gainesville
$4,695
Athens
$3,500
Dalton
$2,545
Paying for Assisted Living in Acworth, GA
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Acworth
Two key state programs provide Medicaid-eligible seniors help with the cost of care: Service Options Using Resources in a Community Environment (SOURCE) and the Community Care Services Program (CCSP). The former provides assistance with intermediate-level nursing care in an assisted living environment, while the latter provides financial assistance for a lower level of care.
While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:
Veterans Benefits
Life Insurance Policy
Long-Term Care Insurance
Reverse Mortgage
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Georgia page.
The Cost of Other Types of Senior Living in Acworth, GA
In Acworth, assisted living costs about $4,620 per month, making this form of long-term care one of the most affordable options in the city. By comparison, in-home care costs around $430 more, and home health care agencies charge approximately $5,815. Nursing home rates run higher at roughly $8,213, but adult, daytime health care facilities charge around $1,950.
In-Home Care
$5,053
Home Health Care
$5,815
Adult Day Health Care
$1,950
Assisted Living Facility
$4,620
Nursing Home Facility (semi-private room)
$8,213
Note: Since data for Acworth is unavailable, we used data for the nearest city, Atlanta, instead.
Free Assisted Living Resources in Acworth
Finding the right assisted living facility is easier with the help of experienced professionals who can help navigate the process. The following table features local nonprofit programs and agencies that provide information and referrals, health insurance options counseling and advocacy services for assisted living residents.
Empowerline is the designated Area Agency on Aging for the Acworth region. It administers GeorgiaCare, the statewide Senior Health Insurance Assistance Program. Through this program, seniors can learn more about their Medicare benefits, Medicaid eligibility and long-term care insurance options. The agency hosts webinars that address common age-related issues, such as money management and living with chronic conditions. It also has information and referral specialists who help seniors access community-based services from over 26,000 local providers.
The North Cobb Senior Center is located within Kennworth Park and is open on weekdays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. At this center, seniors participate in activities, such as drawing and painting, woodcarving, table tennis and knit & stitch groups. The center also hosts age-friendly fitness classes, including gentle yoga, chair yoga, tai chi and strength training. Registration is required for all activities.
Veterans in Acworth obtain assistance with accessing local, state and federal benefits through the Veterans Field Service Office in Marietta. At this location, specialists screen veterans for eligibility for pension programs and the Aid and Attendance Benefit, which can help pay for assisted living expenses.
Assisted living residents obtain advocacy services through the Capitol Ombudsman Program, which is part of Georgia’s Office of the State Long-Term Care Ombudsman. This program is staffed with experts who speak on seniors’ behalf in issues related to residents’ rights, quality of care and intake and discharge procedures. The ombudsman can also help seniors identify programs that help cover assisted living costs.
Cobb RSVP provides volunteer opportunities for Acworth residents aged 55 and over. Through this program, seniors obtain one-on-one help with finding placement options that fit their interests and levels of ability. Volunteer opportunities may include making friendly phone calls to housebound area residents, tutoring children and promoting adult literacy.
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Acworth
Acworth-area assisted living communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all assisted living communities in Georgia are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Georgia page for more information about these laws.
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Review of Northstar Square
I am staying at Northstar Square. The staff members are helpful. I couldn't eat my lunch today because it was awful. I can't say that the meals are desirable. When I came out of the hospital, the...
I went to look at Northstar Square. They showed me the rooms. I've seen a few of the patients there. Everything looked good and nice. They explained everything. I went to a room that was vacant....