Situated on the northeastern edge of Atlanta, just south of Lake Lanier, Buford, GA, and the suburbs surrounding it host 238 assisted living facilities. Seniors pay a median 2024 rate of $4,620...
Look through the 1580 reviews reviews listed in our directory to narrow down your retirement choices. Assisted living facilities in Buford earn an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars stars.
2331 Peachwood Circle, Atlanta, GA 30345
4.0
(1 reviews)
The employees were very helpful with showing me around and answering all my questions. I saw employees interacting with the seniors being friendly and compassionate. ...
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778 Braselton Hwy, Lawrenceville, GA 30043
4.0
(1 reviews)
My mom has been at Golden Manor Senior Living of Lawrenceville for almost a week now. The number one thing that we were pleased with is the ratio of caregivers to residents. This home has a total of five residents to one caregiver, so there's a lot o...
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25 Glenlake Parkway NE, Sandy Springs, GA 30328
4.0
(8 reviews)
My mom lives in a wonderful community, which is Somerby Sandy Springs Senior Living. She's been there a while now and it's a great place to live. The people that work there are just committed to making it a good experience for the seniors. Her room i...
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920 Highway 138, Monroe, GA 30655
4.0
(15 reviews)
Weve decided to place my mother-in-law at Great Oaks Assisted Living and Memory Care. There was a bit of a problem in the beginning, but they addressed it, so its clean now. The staff seemed knowledgeable on how they handled the residents. The dini...
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3315 Thompson Bridge Road, Gainesville, GA 30506
4.0
(16 reviews)
Gardens of Gainesville is very clean and very well taken care of. The caregivers are very friendly and they are kind to the residents. I noticed the first time I visited how calmly they talk to their residents. Mom is already playing games because of...
$3,750
4594 Barclay Drive, Dunwoody, GA 30338
4.0
(1 reviews)
Everybody in Country Gardens was very professional and personable. They have a bus to take everybody around, they have a beauty shop, dining room, and a TV room. The rooms were excellent, they're big and roomy. I liked the place....
$3,095
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4625 Matthews Park Dr., Snellville, GA 30039
4.0
(2 reviews)
Clean, nice facility for your loved one. No complaints...
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90 Ruth Lane, Cumming, GA 30041
4.0
(9 reviews)
This is a lovely facility with a friendly and caring staff. There are varied activities for the residents including off site trips to restaurants, churches and tours of the city. It is a safe environment with 24 hour medical staff on site. Whether o...
$3,800
13943 Highway 9 North, Milton, GA 30004
4.0
(12 reviews)
Our tour at The Phoenix at Milton was outstanding. The people there were just exceptional in terms of their willingness to help us, talk about what they do and their jobs, and also just the dynamic personalities of the staff. The staff members were o...
$4,015
4118 Sioux Way, Stone Mountain, GA 30083
4.0
(1 reviews)
Fourth View PCH was very nicely laid out and kind of secluded, which meant not a whole lot of traffic, which is good because my sister likes to walk. The staff was very professional and it had a really wonderful fireplace setting in the lobby area, w...
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7411 Pleasant Hill Road, Lithonia, GA 30058
4.0
(2 reviews)
Sunshine Noel Personal Care Home 2 was very nice. The rooms were very spacious and adequate. The staff were very nice and the food looked very good. The dining area was prepared well and the setup was very good. They also have a TV room....
$1,500
3884 LAVISTA ROAD, Tucker, GA 30084
4.0
(2 reviews)
My mother was here in Golden Living Community for a short while for rehab. It is nice because the floor is mopped and stuff although the walls was kind of a dull color. For me it seemed nice, and there is a cafeteria setting right in the middle of th...
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198 N Corners Pkwy, Cumming, GA 30040
4.0
(1 reviews)
My husband has moved into Highland Manor. It's pleasant, clean, well-kept, friendly, safe, and quiet. However, when you try to get anyone to help you, it's kind of hard to get someone because they're understaffed. The manager goes between two other p...
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5690 State Bridge Road, Alpharetta, GA 30022
4.0
(3 reviews)
This facility was one of the two we narrowed it down to for my grandfather. The staff was friendly and helpful. The units were a good size with very big walk-in closets. This facility has a grand entry room and exceptional outdoor area out back. Some...
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2806 North Decatur Road , Decatur, GA 30033
3.9
(21 reviews)
I toured with my mother and we fell in love with the community. The property is beautiful, the apartments are huge. The staff is so friendly, and the rate is affordable! ...
$2,145
1745 Parke Plaza Circle, Stone Mountain, GA 30087
3.9
(15 reviews)
We like the Brookside Stone Mountain facility. We like the staff, and we like how clean it is. It just seemed to be the perfect place for my mom. My wife and I were very impressed with the quality of the place. My mom will be moving into assisted liv...
$2,800
1358 Manchester Dr. NE, Conyers, GA 30012
3.8
(16 reviews)
I went to Manchester Court. It's a nice place. The rooms are just what it is, just a room. The staff there was nice. I spoke to the receptionist, two of the people, I think the man is like the director, and then she's like the assistant director that...
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6903 Main Street, Lithonia, GA 30058
3.8
(7 reviews)
I visited many other facilities before choosing The Yellow Brick House for my mom. At the time, she was still mentally able enough to tour the facility, have lunch, and decide that she could enjoy living there. Several months in, both her memory an...
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2285 Peachtree Parkway, Cumming, GA 30041
3.7
(4 reviews)
I'm in Brickmont of John's Creek assisted living and what I like least about it is that their food is terrible. What I like best is that everybody's very nice and very gracious. I just don't need this level of care anymore. I also have the opportunit...
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550 Barrington Drive, Roswell, GA 30075
3.7
(7 reviews)
The community is very clean and bright. The rooms are generous in size and the staff seem very happy. There was entertainment going on, and the residents also seemed happy....
$3,350
Assisted Living
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5.0
Review of Generous Care Giving
I'm happy with Generous Care Giving. They're wonderful people who take excellent care of my mother. It's very comfortable and very relaxed. All the ladies there have some form of dementia or...
According to Genworth's 2024 Cost of Care Survey, assisted living expenses vary considerably throughout Georgia, with care costing approximately $500 more than the state average in Buford. Seniors looking for an economical alternative spend just $2,545 on assisted living in Dalton, but retirees also benefit from $3,500 baseline care costs in Athens. Elsewhere, seniors pay slightly more, with expenses increasing to $4,748 in Augusta.
Buford
$4,620
Georgia
$4,120
United States
$5,350
Dalton
$2,545
Athens
$3,500
Augusta
$4,748
Seniors living in the Buford area can apply for funding from one of two Medicare Programs: to help cover various expenses: Service Options Using Resources in a Community Environment (SOURCE) and the Community Care Service Program (CCSP). However, these are only available to qualifying individuals, and they must need certain levels of care.
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.
Buford's adult day care facilities charge $2,670 less than its assisted living providers, offering an inexpensive retirement option for seniors who need minimal support. However, those who need daily support still pay only $433 more to access in-home care instead of assisted living. Expenses jump to $5,815 for home health care, but a semi-private room in a nursing home costs retirees the most at $8,213.
In-Home Care
$5,053
Home Health Care
$5,815
Adult Day Health Care
$1,950
Assisted Living Facility
$4,260
Nursing Home Facility (semi-private room)
$8,213
Note: Since data for Buford is unavailable, we used data for the nearest city, Atlanta, instead.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Buford Senior Center | (678) 225-5367 | The Buford Senior Center aims to enhance the lives of older adults in the community through art classes, recreational activities, crafting courses, fitness activities and excursions. To participate in activities, seniors must sign up for a membership. The only requirements are to be 60 or over and a resident of Gwinnett County. Transportation between the Buford Senior Center and local assisted living communities is available. |
| Atlanta Regional Commission Aging Division | (404) 463-3333 | Buford seniors looking for assisted living or already in a community can contact their local area agency on aging for the Atlanta area to connect with a variety of helpful services. The agency operates Empowerline, an online resource with a wealth of information about local businesses and nonprofits. They also offer care coordination services, legal assistance, transportation and caregiver support. |
| Long-Term Care Ombudsman | (706) 549-4850 | The LTCO advocates for the rights of residents in assisted living communities by addressing complaints, providing educational opportunities and monitoring facilities. For seniors or families having trouble finding a community, the ombudsman can coordinate living arrangements in a personal care home that meets their specific needs. The Ombudsman program that serves seniors in Buford is part of the Athens Community Council on Aging. |
| Lawrenceville Vet Center | (678) 442-3082 | The Vet Center in Lawrenceville can help Buford vets, as well as their surviving spouses and dependents, access benefits that can pay for assisted living. Seniors unable to afford assisted living on their regular pension may be eligible for additional Aid & Attendance benefits. To qualify, applicants must be 65 or older, meet certain income requirements and require assistance with daily activities. The Lawrenceville Vet Center is located just 12 miles from Buford. |
Buford-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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