Assisted Living Communities in Atlanta, Georgia

Q: How much do you pay for assisted living in Atlanta?

According to <a href="https://www.caring.com/senior-living/">Caring’s 2022 Senior Living Report</a>, the average monthly cost of assisted living in Atlanta is $4095.

Q: What is the crime rate in Atlanta?

The crime rate, which is used as an indicator of how safe a particular area is, in Atlanta is 567, which is above the national average of 323.

Q: In Atlanta, what is the traffic like?

There is heavy traffic congestion with an above average crash rate of 12.

Q: How much do you pay for housing in Atlanta?

At $1,420, the average cost of housing in Atlanta is below the nationwide average of $1,442

Q: Is there a good job market in Atlanta?

Atlanta offers a poor job market for older adults. There are typically less than 1 job available per worker and the rate of income inequality in the area is 0.54.

Q: How accessible is Atlanta for people without a vehicle?

In Atlanta, 73.1% of public transportation stations and vehicles are ADA-accessible. Which is below the national average of 78.28%. On average, there are 21 local transit vehicles per hour. This is more than the national average of 8.

Q: Does Atlanta offer good health care?

Patient satisfaction, which is a key indicator of the quality of health care in an area, averages 71.9% in Atlanta – this is lower the national average patient satisfaction. Additionally, there are 105 primary care physicians for every 100,000 people, which is more the national average of 82.

Q: Is Atlanta a good place to live for people who are retired?

According to Caring.com’s <a href="https://www.caring.com/senior-living/">2022 Senior Living Report</a> which graded 300 cities using 46 metrics across 5 categories, Atlanta ranked in the top of the pack. It’s overall rank was 87th, and it scored the best in Senior Living &amp; Housing, while it’s lowest score was for Affordability.

Q: Does Atlanta have fun activities for people who are retired?

In Atlanta, the number of parks is more than the national average. Additionally, the number of cultural, arts, and entertainment options is above the average.

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The Cost of Assisted Living in Atlanta, GA and Nearby Cities

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

Paying for Assisted Living in Atlanta

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Atlanta

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.

More Ways to Pay for Assisted Living

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.

Inflation's Impact on the Cost of Assisted Living in Atlanta, GA

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)
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

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Living in Atlanta, GA

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

Free and Low-Cost Resources for Seniors in Atlanta,GA

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.

Area Agency on Aging

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
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.

Financial Assistance for Senior Care and Senior Living

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
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.

Food Assistance Programs

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
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.

Free Used Medical Equipment

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
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.

Legal Resources

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
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

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
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

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
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
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.

Tax Assistance

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
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.

Utility & Energy Bill Assistance

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
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.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Atlanta

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.

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The Cost of Assisted Living in Atlanta, GA and Nearby Cities

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Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Atlanta

More Ways to Pay for Assisted Living

Inflation's Impact on the Cost of Assisted Living in Atlanta, GA

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Living in Atlanta, GA

Free and Low-Cost Resources for Seniors in Atlanta,GA

Area Agency on Aging

Financial Assistance for Senior Care and Senior Living

Food Assistance Programs

Free Used Medical Equipment

Legal Resources

Senior Centers

Senior Engagement

Social Security Offices

Tax Assistance

Utility & Energy Bill Assistance

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Atlanta

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In Atlanta, what is the traffic like?

How much do you pay for housing in Atlanta?

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Is Atlanta a good place to live for people who are retired?

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