Explore listings in Jonesboro, Georgia including 1347 authentic reviews covering 223 of Jonesboro facilities, and find details such as base pricing, room types and more. The average the cost of facilities in Jonesboro depends on many factors and your loved one's required level of care.
The average rent for Assisted Living communities in Clayton County is $3,638 per month, according to Caring's proprietary data on verified Assisted Living communities.
Below, we present the top communities based on various criteria, including authentic user reviews. With the support of our Caring Family Advisors, we have helped over 102,000 families find the best community tailored to their needs, all at no cost and with no obligation. We also offer free care and budget consultations to help you make an informed decision.
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"My husband's mother lives here (she is widowed), and loves it. Peachtree Hills Place is the most attractive, upscale retirement community I've seen. They have 23 acres of land in the Peachtree Hills neighborhood (Buckhead), close to everything in d..."
"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..."
"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...."
"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...."
"My parents moved into Benton Village Assisted Living. The place is very well kept and very well maintained. The staff were very friendly, and the administrators were very helpful. I haven't tasted the food, but my father says he enjoys it. Everything..."
"The rooms are nice and adequate at South Haven. I have not eaten there, but my mom says she likes the food. They do have activities like church services, and they also have bingo.
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"My brother is in Our Home Personal Care and there are about 5 people there. The hospital that he left found it. His room is comfortable like a home, it makes you feel at home. I've been there several times and found it to be comfortable. The food is ..."
"We chose Mt. Carmel Personal Care Home, because it is owned by a doctor, who's a senior as well, and so he kind of has an idea of what the residents are going through. He's compassionate about them, and I like that. They have a staff that watches the..."
"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! ..."
"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..."
"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..."
"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..."
"I was really happy with Providence Personal Care Home. I was misinformed when I was sent over there because my mother needs to have a nursing home and not an assisted living home, so they weren't able to help me there. But the place was really nice a..."
"We searched for over a year for a place of my husband's aunt, Angela, who has Alzheimer's and her daughter, Lisa, who is autistic. We had several things that would be required for their care and Phoenix was a perfect fit. When my husband went for t..."
"My mother needed a home, not another senior facility and she needed assistance with her financial situation. Oasis was truly what their name says. They help her in so many ways and continues to do so. I would recommend them to anyone...."
"Orion Star Personal Care Home is beautiful, extremely clean and neat, and very homey. The director is exceptional and outstanding. They care for your family like their own family. I'm so glad I found them for my mother...."
"There is nothing fancy about this place, but we could not be happier with their care. Our loved one is treated well, fed well, kept safe - even during COVID - and most importantly shown incredible kindness by the staff. She feels loved and cared for ..."
"Last January, I found myself looking for a residential placement for my dad after his in home care was no longer in his best interest. Autumn Breeze was one of the facilities that was recommended. Upon arrival, we were received warmly and within mi..."
"I had an appointment at Mother’s Care, but the lady I spoke with wasn’t there, so I toured with someone else who was really polite. It was fine and nice, but it was far from me and too crowded. They had a bus for grocery shopping and outings.
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"I visited Milly's Home Care for my mom. It was OK. I don't think I'm going to be doing that one at all. The staff is just one person; she says her daughter sometimes come by to help, but the person is an older lady, and part of me is worried that if ..."
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The Cost of Assisted Living in Jonesboro, GA and Nearby Cities
Assisted living residents in the Jonesboro region pay $3,845 per month on average for care. While this exceeds Georgia’s average by about $300, it’s 15% below the national norm. Rates are moderate compared to care costs in other cities in the region, including Augusta, where residents pay more competitive rates of $3,606, and Dalton, where fees are 12% lower than in Jonesboro. However, Jonesboro may be a budget-friendly alternative for those seeking assisted living compared to Athens, where rates are 9% higher than the Jonesboro average, and Rome, where residents pay $4,293.
Jonesboro
$3,845
Georgia
$3,535
United States
$4,500
Athens
$4,184
Augusta
$3,606
Rome
$4,293
Dalton
$3,400
Paying for Assisted Living in Jonesboro
In Jonesboro, assisted living facilities charge monthly median rates of $3,845, although fees may vary depending on a facility’s size and amenities.
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Jonesboro
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 Jonesboro, GA
In Jonesboro, assisted living facilities charge $3,845 per month on average, which is low compared to most other senior care options within the city. While seniors may save about $2,500 per month by choosing adult day health care, this option doesn’t include housing, utility and meal expenses, ultimately driving up living costs for most seniors. Those who obtain private care at home pay comparatively high monthly rates of $4,290 for in-home care and $4,576 for home health care, and nursing home rates exceed assisted living costs by 96%.
In-Home Care
$4,290
Home Health Care
$4,576
Adult Day Health Care
$1,327
Assisted Living Facility
$3,845
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$7,528
Note: Data for Jonesboro was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Atlanta, was used instead.
Free Assisted Living Resources in Jonesboro
Jonesboro and the surrounding area are home to numerous government agencies and non-profit organizations offering help for seniors searching for or currently residing in an assisted living community. These organizations can also provide assistance in a number of other eldercare services such as geriatric care management, elder law advice, estate planning, finding home care and health and wellness programs.
To see a list of free assisted living resources in Jonesboro, please visit our Assisted Living in Georgia page.
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Jonesboro
Jonesboro Assisted Living Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Assisted Living facilities in Georgia are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Georgia page for more information about these laws.
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Review of Carriage Crossing Mt. Zion
What I liked best about Carriage Crossing Mt. Zion was the level of care that the staff members had. It didn't matter whether they were a receptionist or maybe one of the techs. What I was looking...
I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident
Review of The Palms of Lake Spivey
My mom decided to stay with The Palms at Lake Spivey. What I like the best is the activities director. They have a phenomenal activities director, and she has a lot of activities to keep the...
Provider response
Patricia, thank you for sharing your feedback about The Palms at Lake Spivey. We're thrilled to hear that your mom enjoys our engaging activities and the delicious meals prepared by our talented...
I visited The Palms of Lake Spivey and they had the extras, like the linens, tablecloth, real China, and silverware. Then the rooms are a lot bigger. The staff seemed to have a good grasp of their...
Provider response
Lucinda, I am the Executive Director and want to thank you for sharing your feedback with us. We were glad to see you were impressed by what you saw when you visited, and we look forward to seeing...