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Golden Bridges Personal Care Home
3186 Evans Mill Rd, Lithonia, GA 30038
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Assisted Living Communities in Covington, Georgia
Our comprehensive listings and authentic reviews in Covington, GA below include 145 Assisted Living facilities with 853 reviews. On average in Covington, residents and their loved ones rate Assisted Living options 4.5 out of 5 stars.
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Marable Manor
235 E Marable Street, Monroe, GA 30655
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Charter Assisted Living Suites
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 r..."
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4655 New Castle Circle, Lithonia, GA 30038
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602 Cloudland Dr, Stockbridge, GA 30281
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The Cost of Assisted Living in Covington, GA and Nearby Cities
Compared to surveyed cities and regions in Georgia, the Covington area is among the most expensive for assisted living. In Brunswick, care costs exceed Covington’s average but are still affordable compared to the national rate, at $4,124. In Rome, monthly rates are considerably cheaper at $3,088. Albany and Warner Robins are among the cheapest options in the state and nation for this type of care, with facilities charging respective rates of $2,835 and $2,300.
Covington
$4,000
Georgia
$3,500
The United States
$4,300
Albany
$2,835
Brunswick
$4,124
Rome
$3,088
Warner Robins
$2,300
Paying for Assisted Living in Covington
On average, seniors in Covington pay $4,000 per month for assisted living services. While this is $500 higher than the statewide median of $3,500, it’s $300 lower than the national rate of $4,300.
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Covington
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.
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.
The Cost of Other Types of Senior Living in Covington, GA
While assisted living rates are high in Covington compared to other Georgia cities, this is among the cheapest care options within the city. Only adult day health care facilities, which offer daytime personal care services, meals and activities, are more cost-effective at $1,300 per month. Seniors who live at home pay $4,147 for homemaker services, which are comparable to assisted living. Specialized home health aide services are a little more expensive at $4,195. Those in nursing homes pay $6,950 per month for shared rooms and $7,559 for private rooms.
Homemaker Services
$4,147
Home Health Aide
$4,195
Adult Day Health Care
$1,300
Assisted Living Facility
$4,000
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$6,950
Nursing Home Facility (private room)
$7,559
Note: Care cost data for Covington was not available, so data for the closest city, Atlanta, was used instead.
Free Assisted Living Resources in Covington
Covington residents have access to a range of local nonprofit organizations that administer programs to help older adults make informed decisions regarding their care. Through the following resources, seniors can get one-on-one assistance with identifying health insurance options that can help them pay for assisted living and finding community-based services.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Northeast Georgia Area Agency on Aging | (706) 583-2546 | The local Area Agency on Aging provides a range of services to supplement what seniors receive in assisted living facilities. Through this nonprofit agency, older adults obtain information and referrals for community services such as transportation, health and wellness services and nutrition counseling. The agency also has trained health insurance options counselors that provide free, unbiased assistance with comparing Medicare Advantage and Medigap options, long-term care insurance and Medicaid. |
| Newton County Senior Services | (770) 787-0038 | Covington is home to the Senior Services Center, a county-funded center that hosts a range of social and recreational programming for area residents aged 55 and over. At this center, members participate in activities such as ceramics, arts and crafts, age-friendly fitness classes and special events. The center provides daily congregate meals for a low fee, and transportation services to and from the center are available. |
| Veterans Field Service Office | (770) 388-5075 | The nearest Veterans Field Service Office is in Conyers, about 13 miles from Covington. At this center, veterans get one-on-one help with obtaining state and federal benefits that can help cover assisted living expenses, including the Aid and Attendance Benefit, disability compensation and pension programs. The office can also screen veterans for eligibility for insurance and health care services. |
| Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program | (866) 552-4464, Option 5 | The state’s Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program has trained volunteers who help seniors research assisted living options in Covington and identify options for paying for their care. The ombudsman also ensures residents understand their rights and advocates on their behalf to ensure they receive the services they’re entitled to. |
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Covington
Covington-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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Barry
5.0
Review of Benton House of Covington
We toured Benton House of Covington. I met the staff. They're nice. They took me around and showed me around and everything. Everything was nice, neat, and clean. The only problem was that I...
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Barry
5.0
Review of Prema at Ashton Hills
We toured Prema at Ashton Hills. I liked the place. Everything was going well, but they didn't do respite at that time. The staff was good. They showed me around and everything. The rooms were...
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Reviewer#RD0618M
2.0
Review of Prema at Ashton Hills
I toured Prema at Ashton Hills. The conversation was fine, and then when they wanted to go into your business, which I did not think was necessary. They wanted the combination to my safe and all...
