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 sister moved into the facility this week and the staff was extremely efficient at understanding my sisters special needs.
The building inside and outside is kept immaculate.
The WIFI is a good quality.
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"My mom is staying at Springhill Personal Care. She went a week ago. It's a three-bedroom house, and she's loving it. It's very nice, well maintained and very warm, and the people that work there are very sweet and caring. It is close so that we can g..."
"Our experience with New Life Personal Care Home has been good. It's an excellent place to be. The cleanliness and the care that my wife receives ae excellent. The people are friendly. They take care of whatever desires or wishes she needs. If I come ..."
"I liked Brickmont of Woodstock. They're a little more upscale. They had a two-bedroom unit, it was significantly bigger than any of the other places we looked at, it was a good size. They have full-size refrigerators in their kitchenette rather than ..."
"I liked Busy Bees Personal Care Home because it was small like a house and it was very nice and clean. They had rooms with private baths and other that had shared baths. They had a kitchen where they made home cooked meals, which they served the resi..."
"My mom was a former resident of Shadybrook Assisted Personal Care Home. We love this particular staff member. She was very caring and my mom loved her. And that was the most important thing. They took good care of my mother. They were all very attent..."
"A Home for Mom & Dad was very well-kept. I spoke with a lady there and she was very nice. They were very well-organized and very well taken care of. The residents were sitting around in the living room and talking while I was there on a Sunday aftern..."
"I work in the healthcare profession as a private contractor. My job requires me to visit numerous facilities every week. I can say, with confidence, that Safe Haven is one of the best personal care homes in Atlanta. The facilities are actual homes - ..."
"Oak Leaf Manor is excellent. It only has 24 people, so it's small, but they have a very caring staff that knows what my dad's needs are and how to help him. They're always available and quick to communicate. The place is very clean. They also keep my..."
"We visited Sterling Estates of West Cobb and we like it. It is over 30 acres, and it's a distance away from our church, friends, or companions, but it is about $1000 less expensive. They have a multiple numbers of independent living cottages. General..."
"My mom moved into The Retreat at Canton. I love that the people are very attentive to my mom. Anything that she needs, they're right on it. They were very friendly and professional but personal also. I love the dining hall. It's so open and airy. The..."
"I think Brickmont of Roswell is an excellent place. I like everything thus far. I am impressed with the facility. It is very clean. The staff members are friendly. The upkeep is excellent. I love the room. The entire place is very clean. The place is..."
"My parents had great care there. It’s very personalized and they really look out for the whole person. We have been thrilled with it particularly for my mother who had Alzheimer’s. My mother lived there for three years before she passed away March. S..."
"They monitor Mom extremely well. It was really a positive experience and I already experienced two other places, so I can tell you I was very pleased.
The atmosphere is really good. ItÂ’s well above and beyond. ItÂ’s got a great water pool in the back..."
"Canterbury Court was superior. They are expanding their building right now. Everyone was super nice. We visited everything there and my wife was impressed with the furnishing, the program, and the whole shebang. That's the only one in Atlanta that sh..."
"I went to Orchard at Brookhaven. They were very nice, professional, and very informative. They had a very nice facility, and they answered all of my questions. The staff I've met were all wonderful. The facilities were clean and well organized. I fel..."
"We saw the dining room at the Spring House at Cartersville. The rooms are still being renovated, and because of the renovations it wasn't safe to go view the rooms. But they had pictures of the rooms, and the pictures looked very nice. We got to see ..."
"My mother moved into The Arbor at BridgeMill. It is very nice. It looks like an apartment complex. Inside, there are a lot of amenities for her to enjoy. Something is going on every day. I mean, she's busy all day, and that's what we wanted. She's pl..."
"I toured and the community was clean, and the parking lot was nice, but the food was not good. The rooms are spacious and clean. The staff is courteous. They have crafts and music, and they have a hairstylist...."
"My first impression of the assisted living was good. I was impressed with the rooms, they were very nice, and not at all what we expected. They were spacious, well-decorated, and it was like being at home; it didn't feel like an institution. The staf..."
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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. Â
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....