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Assisted Living Communities in Jasper, Georgia

Sitting 50 miles north of Atlanta at the southern end of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Jasper hosts 5 assisted living facilities with an additional 78 in the surrounding communities. Seniors see a...

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The Cost of Assisted Living in Nearby Cities

According to the Genworth 2024 Cost of Care Survey, Jasper seniors pay a median monthly fee of $4,620 for assisted living. Although this is below the national standard of $5,350, Jasper is one of the more expensive cities in Georgia, surpassed only by Augusta, where facilities charge approximately $4,748. The most affordable place for assisted living is Dalton, where residents spend just $2,545 per month.

Jasper

$4,620

Atlanta

$4,120

United States

$5,350

Augusta

$4,748

Dalton

$2,545

Columbus

$3,850

Paying for Assisted Living in Jasper

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Jasper

Eligible seniors in Jasper do have access to financial assistance to pay for assisted living care in the state of Georgia. The Community Care Services Program (CCSP) and Service Options Using Resources in a Community Environment (Source) are two Medicaid waiver programs in use in Georgia. Additionally, the state features an Independent Care Waiver Program (ICWP) that may offer financial assistance to eligible Georgia seniors in an assisted living facility. 

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 Care

At $4,620, assisted living is the most affordable form of senior residential living in Jasper. The 24/7 skilled nursing available in nursing homes comes at a premium, with seniors facing monthly fees of $8,213 for a semi-private room. Older adults only requiring care services during the day pay the lowest rates, with adult day care facilities charging $1,950, a savings of $2,670 on assisted living costs.

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 Jasper is unavailable, we used data for the nearest city, Atlanta, instead.

Free Assisted Living Resources in Jasper

Seniors in Jasper can obtain services and support from numerous resources. The following table features nonprofit organizations and programs that provide free advice and information, referrals for services in the community and options counseling to help seniors make informed decisions regarding their long-term care.  

ResourceContactService
Pickens County Senior Life Services Center(706) 692-6133The Pickens County Senior Life Services Center is open to those aged 60 and over. At this center, members enjoy hot congregate meals on weekdays, along with health information classes, exercise sessions, music, games, movie afternoons and special events throughout the year.
Northwest Georgia Area Agency on Aging(800) 759-2963The local Area Agency on Aging provides information and referrals for community-based services to supplement or complement what older adults receive in assisted living. The agency also has a Nursing Home Transitions program to help older adults transition out of a nursing home and into assisted living.
Veterans Field Service Office(770) 720-3538The closest Veterans Field Service Office is in Canton, about 20 miles south of Jasper. At this location, qualifying veterans get help with applying for Aid and Attendance and pension benefits, which can help them pay for assisted living services. The office can also help them connect with services in the community, such as transportation, financial assistance, medical services and recreational programs.
GeorgiaCares(866) 552-4464, Option 4GeorgiaCares is a statewide program that provides free health insurance options counseling for older adults. By calling the program’s helpline, seniors get one-on-one help from trained volunteers who can help them understand their Medicare benefits and coverage for long-term care. Advisors can help them compare available Medicare Advantage and Medigap plans and shop around for long-term care insurance. They can also provide them with information on protecting themselves from Medicare fraud.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Jasper

Jasper-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.

Reviews of Communities Nearby

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Lynn

I visited this facility

Review of The Retreat at Jasper

I visited a friend at The Retreat at Jasper. The place was wonderful, and it was very nice. The staff were very attentive, open, and very friendly. There was absolutely nothing wrong with them. The...

Provider response

Thank you so much for the kind words, Lynn! We truly appreciate it!

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Teresa235518

I am a friend or relative of a resident

Review of Sonshine Manor Personal Care Home

Sonshine Manor Personal Care Home was a wonderful place. The people there were very caring. It was a very clean place, they watched after him, and the care they gave was phenomenal. Mom said she...

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Ward512266

I visited this facility

Review of Rock Creek Manor

Rock Creek Manor was a nice place with good people. They had a facility in one building, and you had to drive down the road to get to the other building. The staff member was very helpful, nice...

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