
2056 Tudor Castle Cir, Decatur, GA 30035
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2056 Tudor Castle Cir, Decatur, GA 30035
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5393 Rockmoor Dr, Stone Mountain, GA 30088
Stone Mountain is an eastern suburb of the greater Atlanta, Georgia, region. This city of just 6,300 people is mostly a residential community of young families, where only 7.5% of residents are seniors aged 65 and over. Perched at the edge of the metro area, Stone Mountain is a hub for northern Georgia's rich cultural heritage. Museums and historical sites abound, many of them dating to the Civil War and offer discounts for local seniors. All Starr Personal Care Home provides assisted living in private and semiprivate rooms, and wheelchair-accessible tubs are available. Hospice, respite and memory care for seniors is also available at the facility. The 24-hour caregiver staff can assist residents with activities of daily living, medication reminders, incontinence care and behavior management that includes exit-seeking and aggression. Housekeeping and laundry service are provided, and residents can get physical, occupational and massage therapy. Spanish speaking staff members are also available. All Starr residents can get meals from the shared dining room anytime, and special diets are available for cultural or nutritional needs. Amenities include a computer room, free Wi-Fi and basic cable.To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Georgia Healthcare Facility Regulation - Find a Facility
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2713 Neptune Place, Decatur, GA 30034
Owned and operated by a nurse, this is a home away from home! We have a 24 hour awake caregiver that is available to assist in all daily activities. Living in Ace Personal Care Home #2, will take the guesswork and stress off of your loved ones. If your needs change we offer levels of service. We are a strong part of the community and can be the support that you or your loved one needs.To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Georgia Healthcare Facility Regulation - Find a Facility
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773 Chapman Street, Jonesboro, GA 30238
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7825 Hobgood Rd, Fairburn, GA 30213
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1035 Worley Dr, Marietta, GA 30066
Situated in northern Marietta, GA, Yellow Rose Manor Personal Care Home at Worley is a short drive to the Chattahoochee National Forest, and all the big-city amenities and attractions in Atlanta. The immediate area contains a variety of restaurants, shops and churches, and the public library is only a few blocks away. Residents of Yellow Rose Manor Personal Care Home have a choice between private and semiprivate accommodations, including rooms with wheelchair-accessible bathrooms. In addition to the staff nurse, the residential care home keeps a physician on call 24/7. Residents can receive assistance with daily living tasks such as bathing, dressing and grooming. Hospice care is also provided. Amenities at Rose Manor Personal Care Home include home-cooked meals, on-site devotional services and access to indoor and outdoor common areas, where residents can socialize and participate in daily recreational activities. Exercise classes encourage seniors to pursue their fitness goals, while available complimentary transportation ensures everyone has a ride to their doctors' appointments. To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Georgia Healthcare Facility Regulation - Find a Facility
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602 Cloudland Dr, Stockbridge, GA 30281
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3361 Glen Summit Ln, Snellville, GA 30039
Spring Garden Personal Care home is nestled in the city of Snellville, Georgia. Located 25 miles west of Atlanta, Snellville is a community where seniors can enjoy the comforts of suburban living. Eastside Medical Center is nearby, so residents also have quick access to quality medical services. Spring Garden Personal Care Home is an assisted living facility that offers studio apartments and communal living options for seniors who can no longer live independently. A dedicated staff of care workers assesses each resident and creates care plans tailored to meet each resident's specific needs. A registered nurse performs monthly wellness checks, and a visiting physician is on-call for additional medical treatment when necessary. Residents at Spring Garden Personal Care Home receive three meals daily with provisions made for dietary restrictions. The staff plans several social activities each day to encourage interaction, and fitness programs give residents the opportunity to stay in good physical condition. The facility is equipped with large televisions and a movie room. There's a designated room for games and entertainment, as well.To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Georgia Healthcare Facility Regulation - Find a Facility
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2388 Opal Dr, Jonesboro, GA 30236
Generation of Hope Personal Care Home is nestled on a wooded lot in Jonesboro, Georgia. Interstate 75 provides an easy route to nearby Atlanta, where residents can access care at some of the area's best medical facilities, including Emory University Hospital. Seniors can find opportunities for recreation at the Clayton County International Park, which features a beach, fishing pond and amphitheater. At Generation of Hope Personal Care Home, staff is available to provide supervision and support around the clock. This six-bed residential facility offers medication and care reminders and blood sugar monitoring services, and visiting nurses provide additional medical care. The community can accommodate respite stays for seniors recovering from hospitalizations or with other short-term care needs, and trial stays are available. The community's amenities include quiet indoor common spaces where residents can relax and socialize, and outdoor areas that are designed for easy accessibility by seniors with mobility limitations. Generation of Hope Personal Care offers an on-site beautician and devotional services, and complimentary off-site transportation is available for appointments and errands. The facility provides meals, including vegetarian options.To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Georgia Healthcare Facility Regulation - Find a Facility
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1500 Klondike Road SW, Conyers, GA 30094
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3146 Greenvale Way, Decatur, GA 30034
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4440 Cannon Rd, Loganville, GA 30052
Tired Of That Institutional Feel? ~Come Home To Charter!~ We specialize in personal care get - aways where you or your loved ones can feel right at home and at ease. This home is on almost an acre, has a barn - style look and a great country atmosphere. Rosebud Antiques is right up the road if they’re in the mood for a quaint excursion plus 5 parks are nearby to while the week away. 4 Patients total - personalized care. Private Pay Nice neighborhood with nice neighbors-Great Gwinnett Schools. Catch glimpses of tractors and horses. Near Lenora Park, Briscoe Park , Black Shoals Reservoir(750 acres). 89 Acre Level Lot . Trey ceiling in master with Jacuzzi in master-bath. Country Kitchen looking out over backyard. Extra large laundry room off kitchen. 4th bedroom with sitting room or small 5th bedroom upstairs.To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Georgia Healthcare Facility Regulation - Find a Facility
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1635 Stephenson Rd, Lithonia, GA 30058
G & M Personal Care Home is located in a quiet tree-lined area of Lithonia, GA. The Cross of Calvary Baptist Church is less than half a mile away, and a variety of shops and amenities can be found at The Mall at Stonecrest, which is just 6 miles away down Rock Chapel Road. G & M Personal Care Home is a senior care facility with staff awake 24 hours a day and ready to tend to the urgent needs of residents. The staffing team includes licensed practitioners who are trained in blood glucose monitoring, insulin dose management and working with people with memory or behavioral issues. Amenities at the home include complimentary transportation services to help residents attend off-site appointments and a calendar of social activities including group exercise and entertainment. The home's chef and cooking staff prepare high-quality nutritious meals using fresh produce to help seniors maintain a healthy diet.To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Georgia Healthcare Facility Regulation - Find a Facility
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2512 Mellville Avenue, Decatur, GA 30032
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5146 Cotter Drive, Union City, GA 30291
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1896 Ludovie Ln, Decatur, GA 30033
Azalea House is situated in Decatur, Georgia, a city characterized by tree-lined streets, parks and playing fields. The MARTA rail station in the downtown area makes getting in and out of the city convenient. Accessible health care for seniors is available at nearby Emory Hospital and the Atlanta VA Medical Center. Visiting families can spend leisure hours at several shopping malls, entertainment venues, historical sites and local attractions. Azalea House is a personal care home community that focuses on individualized care delivered in a secure, loving environment. Its care plans go beyond providing basic housing needs and include specialized memory care services. Health care needs are supervised by a house physician, and regular health assessments are performed by an on-site nurse. Residents can choose from several floor plans, including companion, small private and large balcony rooms. Transportation to medical appointments is also available. Safety is a primary concern at Azalea House, with a monitored fire system and an Internet-accessible camera system in place for residents' and families' peace of mind. A large, fully enclosed courtyard allows secure outdoor relaxation, and indoor common areas, such as the living room, activity room and library encourage peer bonding. Seniors look forward to special festive theme nights and other engaging recreational activities.To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Georgia Healthcare Facility Regulation - Find a Facility
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1969 Harold Ave SE, Smyrna, GA 30080
Harold Avenue Personal Care is located on a spacious lot in a residential neighborhood of Smyrna, GA. It's only a short drive from numerous churches, as well as several restaurants and retail stores. This assisted living facility is located approximately 3 miles from Wellstar Windy Hill Hospital for easy access to medical care. Only six seniors at a time live at Harold Avenue Personal Care, which helps ensure a low ratio of caregivers to clients and allows for more personalized care. Residents receive assistance with tasks such as bathing, dressing and dining. Incontinence care and medication assistance are also provided at this facility. Seniors at Harold Avenue Personal Care can enjoy a homelike environment and community rooms filled with comfortable furniture. The large driveway has room for on-site parking, and the front porch offers residents a spot to sit and take in the fresh air. Residents dine together in a family-style setting to encourage socialization.To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Georgia Healthcare Facility Regulation - Find a Facility
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2203 Fellowship Road, Tucker, GA 30084
At Hibiscus Manor, we pride ourselves in providing exceptional services with each resident in mind resulting in personalized care. We respect each of our residents as individuals, allowing them their independence with reassurance that staff is always available whenever needed. Residents will easily find comfort and compassion at Hibiscus Manor. Our experienced caregivers and licensed staff are ready to give the best emotional and personal care and support, which is catered to each individual’s need. SOME OF THE SERVICES WE PROVIDE INCLUDE: 3 delicious meals and 2 snacks served daily 24-hour specially-trained on-site staff Engaging activities Daily housekeeping and linen service Scheduled transportation Modern fire detection systems Visiting Beautician and Barber Visiting Podiatrist Visiting Physician/Nurse Practitioner Adult Day Care (provided by private off-site entity) Respite Services Pharmacy Services – Pharmacy to facility delivery Bubble Packing of client medication Client Customized care plans To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Georgia Healthcare Facility Regulation - Find a Facility
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3985 Flat Shoals Road, Union City, GA 30291
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3605 Andrea Lee Ct, Snellville, GA 30039
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Assisted Living
Kimberly
4.0
Review of Summerset Assisted Living
Summerset Assisted Living is quiet and secure. Those are the things I like the most about it. There was not a lot going on because it was just after lunchtime. The living spaces were small. The...
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Tanya
5.0
Review of Summerset Assisted Living
Summerset Assisted Living was a very nice place. The way they made the facility look is like everything is antique. The items that are in it are not modern, but when I say antique it's not run down...
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Kevin
5.0
Review of Summerset Assisted Living
I toured Summerset Assisted Living. The staff was very, very nice. It had a great atmosphere, almost like a home environment. People were sitting in the common area, talking and chatting. You could...
The 2024 Genworth Cost of Care Survey reveals that assisted living facilities in Atlanta charge approximately $4,620 monthly, surpassing the state median by about $500, yet falling $730 below the national baseline rate. In nearby cities, Gainesville's assisted living costs ($4,695) closely match those of Atlanta. Conversely, Dalton offers the most significant savings, with assisted living facilities charging around $2,545 monthly.
Atlanta
$4,620
Georgia
$4,120
The United States
$5,350
Athens
$3,500
Gainesville
$4,695
Dalton
$2,545
Rome
$4,215
Eligible seniors can apply for financial assistance with assisted living in Atlanta through two state-operated programs: Service Options Using Resources in a Community Environment (SOURCE) and the Community Care Service Program (CCSP). Both of these are Medicaid waiver programs and subject to availability.
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Georgia page.
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:
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Georgia page.
Assisted living costs have seen a rise in recent years due to inflation. In Atlanta, this has resulted in costs increasing by approximately 9.5% from 2022 to 2023 ($3,392 to $3,717). Costs are expected to rise even higher by 2024, to $4,002. Despite these increases, assisted living still remains affordable in Atlanta compared to the U.S. national average ($4,459) and Georgia state median ($3,952). While Savannah sees the same rates as Atlanta, many other cities are more expensive. Costs in Gainesville are nearly 23% higher than in Atlanta, and Athens is over 27% more expensive.
Location | 2022 Cost (Historical) | 2023 Cost (Current) | 2024 Cost (Estimated) |
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Atlanta | $3,392 | $3,717 | $4,002 |
U.S. Average | $4,070 | $4,459 | $4,802 |
Georgia | $3,730 | $3,952 | $3,895 |
Gainesville | $3,921 | $4,296 | $4,626 |
Athens | $4,107 | $4,499 | $4,845 |
Savannah | $3,122 | $3,420 | $3,683 |
For seniors in Atlanta who need help with daily tasks, assisted living offers an economical option at $4,620 per month, a potential savings of $3,593 compared to nursing home care in a semi-private room. However, the most cost-effective senior care option in Atlanta is adult day health care at $1,950 monthly, costing $2,670 less than assisted living.
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
There are many resources in Atlanta,GA that assist seniors in their retirement. caring.com has compiled information on local organizations, programs and agencies and categorized them into care types for easy reference.
For information about statewide resources and those in nearby cities, go to Caring's Georgia state page.
Retirees can find support and advice on various senior-related issues from their local Area Agency on Aging. The agency provides advice on topics such as financial assistance programs, in-home care and long-term care planning. It also connects seniors and caregivers with community-based resources.
Program Name | Phone Number | Description |
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Atlanta Regional Commission Aging Division | 866-552-4464 | Georgia's Area Agencies on Aging provide various services to support the state's older adults. They offer assistance in accessing health care, including medical screenings and prescription drug programs. The agencies also offer nutrition programs as well as transportation services to help seniors with essential travel. Additionally, they provide resources for caregiver support, legal assistance and information on housing options to enable a higher quality of life for seniors in Georgia. |
Whether living in their own home or in a senior living community, Atlanta seniors can find financial assistance from numerous local resources. These organizations help residents cover some of the costs associated with in-home or long-term care and connect them with other helpful community-based resources.
Program Name | Phone Number | Description |
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Georgia New Options Waiver/Comprehensive Supports Waiver Program | 800-436-7442 | The New Options Waiver (NOW) and the Comprehensive Supports Waiver Program (COMP) are available to Georgia residents living with intellectual or developmental disabilities. These waiver programs may help seniors pay for a variety of health care costs, including adult day care, nursing care, in-home care and assisted living. They may also cover the cost of specialized medical equipment, respite care, transportation and home modifications, as needed. |
Local organizations help ensure elderly citizens have a balanced diet and receive essential vitamins and minerals to remain healthy. Through nutrition programs, congregate meals, home-delivered meals and food pantries, these programs help Atlanta seniors afford the nutritious food they need.
Program Name | Phone Number | Description |
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Feeding GA Families | 678-223-3663 | Feeding GA Families in Atlanta has provided resources and food to those in need since 2010. When possible, it caters to special dietary restrictions, including sugar-free, gluten-free and vegan diets. Clients can preregister online, walk up or drive up every Monday (except Christmas Day) starting at 5 p.m. Once per month, Fulton County residents aged 60404-419-1738 who meet the income conditions can pick up a box of nonperishable food items. |
Georgia Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) | 877-423-4746 | Georgia Supplemental Nutrition Assistance, or SNAP, is a federally funded program that provides monthly benefits to eligible seniors to help cover the cost of food. Senior SNAP is available for Georgia seniors ages 60 or older who do not work and whose household is under the income limits established by the program. Seniors must apply for these benefits and participate in a phone interview before they are deemed eligible. |
Georgia Emergency Food Assistance Program | 404-657-5244 | The Emergency Food Assistance Program is a federally sponsored program that provides monthly emergency food packages to low-income people and seniors at no charge. Offered in all 159 Georgia counties, this food assistance program helps supplement the diets of older adults with shelf-stable foods such as canned meat, pasta, peanut butter and bottled juices. When available, fresh fruits and vegetables, as well as frozen meats, are distributed as well. |
Georgia Food Bank Association | 404-419-1738 | The Georgia Food Bank Association is a nonprofit organization serving low-income seniors through food distributions throughout the state. The program's goal is to enable seniors with fixed incomes to have access to nutritious meals without having to choose between paying for food, medicine or utilities. Residents can access over 700 locations throughout the state, such as community kitchens, food pantries, senior centers and shelters. |
Meals on Wheels Atlanta | 404-351-3889 | Meals on Wheels Atlanta serves seniors and adults with disabilities who have trouble shopping for or preparing food in their own homes. Working through local partner agencies, volunteers deliver fresh chef-prepared meals five days a week and frozen dinners for the weekend. A dietitian designs all meals so that they meet dietary needs and restrictions. This program is open to low-income adults aged 60 and over who live in the Fulton County area. Seniors in need can call or apply online. |
Due to the high cost of purchasing new medical equipment, several organizations in Atlanta collect lightly used medical devices such as wheelchairs, ramps and walkers and distribute them to local seniors and residents in need.
Program Name | Phone Number | Description |
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Tools for Life - Assistive Technology Lending Library | 800-497-8665 | Tools for Life in Georgia empowers seniors through free assistive technology device loans, ensuring an improved quality of life. The initiative provides a variety of devices like reading pens, hearing aids, and low-vision aids. Seniors can benefit from AT demonstrations and short-term loans under a "Try before you buy" plan, which is instrumental in making informed choices. Furthermore, individual and group training sessions provide a deeper understanding of the available AT solutions, promoting independence and better adaptation to daily life challenges. |
Many organizations offer free or low-cost legal services to Atlanta seniors. Older adults can access advice on issues such as estate planning, living wills and power of attorney. Some firms also act as long-term care ombudsmen, advocating for the rights of seniors in senior living communities.
Program Name | Phone Number | Description |
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Atlanta Legal Aid | 404-524-5811 | Atlanta Legal Aid serves seniors and low-income adults in Atlanta, GA, with civil legal advice and direct assistance. Services include filing help, self-help forms, free legal education and confidential consultations. The service practices in housing, health care, guardianship and other areas of particular interest to seniors. Atlanta Legal Aid also helps veterans appeal benefits denials, assists with transitions into and out of residential care and aids families with thorny legal issues relating to senior care. |
Georgia Estate & Elder Law | 770-854-0688 | Georgia Estate & Elder Law provides legal assistance in the metro-Atlanta area for a range of issues affecting seniors, such as long-term care costs, estate planning and special needs or incapacity planning. The legal team helps seniors preserve assets by utilizing public benefit programs, such as Medicaid and VA benefits, to solve complex care problems. Other practice areas include conservatorship and probate law. |
Georgia Legal Services Program | 800-498-9469 | The Georgia Legal Services Program provides free civil legal services to seniors in Peachtree City. Through this nonprofit organization, seniors receive assistance with applying for public benefits, such as Supplemental Security Income and the optional state supplement, Medicaid, Medicare and disability benefits, which may help cover assisted living expenses. Legal experts can also help seniors with end-of-life planning, assigning guardianship and powers of attorney. |
Georgia Elderly Legal Assistance Program | 866-552-4464 | Through Georgia's Elderly Legal Assistance Program (ELAP), seniors aged 60 and older can access free legal support for noncriminal cases. The program's team of lawyers and paralegals can offer information, counseling and representation on issues of interest to seniors, including consumer protection, elder abuse and exploitation, health care benefits and long-term care. The program also hosts community education sessions. ELAP services are available in all counties across Georgia and can be accessed by contacting the local Area Agency on Aging. |
Senior centers in Atlanta bring together residents through recreational activities and events. Many also offer advice and support on senior issues, run wellness and nutrition programs, and connect older adults with other resources in the local area.
Program Name | Phone Number | Description |
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Auburn Neighborhood Senior Center | 404-612-0390 | Auburn Neighborhood Senior Center in Atlanta, GA, offers activities and services to enhance the lives of local seniors aged 60 and older. Complimentary transportation is available to and from the center, and nutritious lunches are served daily at noon. Seniors can try stimulating options such as chair yoga, Zumba, arts and crafts, games, bingo, social events and a walking club. The center also offers personal care, homemaker and respite services for seniors in their own homes. |
Senior engagement resources and programs in Atlanta help older adults remain active and ensure they contribute to the community. Resources include wellness programs, volunteer opportunities, support groups and organizations that help residents connect with the community to live fulfilling lives.
Program Name | Phone Number | Description |
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Alzheimer's Association Georgia Chapter - Atlanta | 404-728-1181 | The Georgia chapter of the Alzheimer's Association provides local services that complement the services offered by the national organization, such as the 24/7 helpline number, (800) 272-3900. These services include care consultations that help seniors and families assess their current and future needs and help them prepare plans to deal with them. The chapter also organizes local support groups to bring together people affected by the condition as a means of helping them gain strength and knowledge together. |
Georgia Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP) | 404-657-5332 | The Senior Community Service Employment Program assists people aged 55 and older who are unemployed and attempting to re-enter the workforce. The program is run by the U.S. Department of Labor specifically to assist low-income individuals with poor prospects for employment. Participating seniors receive part-time community service assignments and receive pay for those hours. |
Social Security offices in Atlanta help seniors and disabled people access the benefits they're entitled to. Older adults can contact their local office for information about receiving retirement benefits, disability allowance and Supplemental Security Income.
Program Name | Phone Number | Description |
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Atlanta Social Security Office 30308 | 800-772-1213 | Social Security is a source of income available to retirees and people who can no longer work because of a disability. The money for Social Security comes from a payroll tax levied on employers, employees and self-employed individuals. When you retire, you'll receive monthly payments based on how much you earned when you were working. |
Seniors can apply for tax assistance from several Atlanta resources. Elderly residents and those with disabilities could be eligible for tax exemptions on medical expenses, reductions on property tax and other tax assistance programs.
Program Name | Phone Number | Description |
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Property Tax Homestead Exemptions - Fulton County Tax Office | 404-613-6100 | This program permits seniors aged 65 and older in Fulton County, Georgia, to claim a $4,000 exemption from county property taxes, given they meet specific criteria. Eligibility entails a household income not exceeding $10,000 for the prior year, with certain retirement income sources excluded from this limit. Additionally, Fulton County offers a generous $50,000 homestead exemption for seniors, irrespective of income. These exemptions significantly lessen the property tax burden, aiding seniors in maintaining financial stability during their retirement years. |
Low-income seniors who are struggling to meet the costs of maintaining their homes can find support from organizations that offer assistance with utility and energy bills. Atlanta retirees could also qualify for emergency funding programs if they're in danger of losing utility services due to unpaid invoices.
Program Name | Phone Number | Description |
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Georgia Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) | 877-423-4746 | Seniors in Georgia who struggle to pay their utility bills can apply for the Georgia Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program. Through LIHEAP, seniors who meet income requirements can apply for energy bill payment assistance, help with repairs of their energy systems and weatherization assistance to make their homes more energy-friendly. |
Fulton Atlanta Community Action Authority, Inc. | 404-320-0166 | The Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) in Fresno, CA, offers significant relief to low-income households, especially seniors, by subsidizing heating and cooling bills. Eligibility is based on Fresno County residency, income guidelines, and necessary documentation like a valid Social Security card and recent pay stubs. LIHEAP provides financial assistance once per calendar year, preventing service disconnections due to nonpayment and ensuring a safer, healthier living environment during extreme seasonal temperatures for those who are vulnerable. |
Georgia Low Income Household Water Assistance Program (LIHWAP) - Atlanta | 877-423-4746 | The Low Income Household Water Assistance Program (LIHWAP) in Georgia aids households with water bills, easing financial strains for seniors on fixed incomes. Eligibility hinges on residing in Georgia, having income at or below 60% of the state's median, and engaging a registered water supplier with the Department of Human Services. By covering water expenses, LIHWAP ensures essential water services for seniors, promoting better hygiene and overall well-being amidst financial challenges. |
Atlanta-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.