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Lilburn sits in the western region of Gwinnett County along U.S. Route 29, which connects the city to downtown Atlanta. As of 2024, assisted living costs in this city track hundreds of dollars below the national median, with seniors paying around $4,620 monthly. Although this rate exceeds the state norm by about $500, seniors have 353 facilities to choose from within the city and nearby, promoting competitive pricing.
Our guide includes 2272 reviews reviews from current and previous residents, giving you a closer look at local assisted living facilities. On average, reviewers provide a satisfaction score of 4.3 out of 5 stars stars.
353 Results
2540 Windy Hill Rd SE, Marietta, GA 30080
3.0
(1 reviews)
"The WellStar Windy Hill Hospital-LTAC facility is an assisted living/pulmonary rehabilitation center in Marietta, GA. I've visited a very close family friend at this facility almost daily for the past 17 days, during which time I've had the opportuni..."
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2650 Highway 138, Jonesboro, GA 30236
3.0
(21 reviews)
"I toured Jonesboro Nursing & Rehabilitation Center. It was a rehab center that offered PT and OT, but they did not accept my loved one because of his chest tube. The rooms were very nice. They had semi-private and private rooms. They had windows and ..."
READ MORE2620 Highway 138, Jonesboro, GA 30236
3.0
(1 reviews)
"I am choosing Jonesboro Assisted Living for myself because I need help 24/7. The place is very clean. The staff is kind and friendly, for the most part. Trash and laundry are done for you, and they will monitor my medication. I am getting a single ro..."
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255 Elm Street, Cumming, GA 30040
3.0
(1 reviews)
"Security was good, and the employees were nice; they were very polite. The food was good. The rooms were pretty spacious for one person, and they were really nice. ..."
READ MORE3311 White Castle Way, Decatur, GA 30034
3.0
(1 reviews)
"My brother was an extreme case. He was only 48, but he had severe dementia, so we had to put him at Safe Haven Home, but there wasn’t enough staff at this one particular area he was at. She had six gentlemen, my brother just became too much for her t..."
READ MORE234 Memorial Dr SW, Atlanta, GA 30303
3.0
(6 reviews)
"The facility welcomes Grady Hospital patients in recovery,ex- offenders,homeless,elderly.It is called THE WELCOME HOUSE for good reason. They welcome churches to bring food for the residences on Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays.Nice staff.Friendl..."
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2775 Cruse Road #1501, Lawrenceville, GA 30044
3.0
(1 reviews)
"Bestcare is close to home, and they did have an opening. I am pressed with the party that runs the operation, and my wife blends with the community alright. ..."
READ MORE4821 N. Peachtree Rd, Dunwoody, GA 30338
2.6
(3 reviews)
"My mother is very happy here, there were some major changes in management- all for the better. The manager and staff are very responsive and the activity director is wonderful. There are daily activities, bi weekly outings and weekly runs to WalMar..."
READ MORE601 Coleman Street, Hapeville, GA 30354
2.6
(5 reviews)
"My step-dad is at Hapeville Manor. I like the fact that it was small and it is kind of like a family setting, but it's expensive. Everybody knows everybody. They know everybody's issues and treat you kind of like family. It's also close to my place. ..."
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466 Manget Street, Marietta, GA 30060
2.5
(4 reviews)
"My Mother has lived at the Blue Garnet since 2014 and she loves it. The rooms are warm and cozy with ambiance. The staff are welcoming and full of Joy. They look and sound really motivated. The residents enjoy Board Games and Puzzles. The Blue Garnet..."
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2724 Kelly Lake Road, Decatur, GA 30032
2.5
(2 reviews)
"I visited Kelly Lake Manor, and the owner was very nice, but the staff was a little cold. It was away from the street which was good, but I noticed that they had stairs, and the door to the stairway was obscure. They did not provide snacks, and trans..."
READ MORE2845 Eldorado Place, Snellville, GA 30078
2.0
(2 reviews)
"My niece is in Mahoney's Personal Care Home, and she enjoys watching TV and walking around the facility. They serve three meals a day. They have very limited amenities, but the staff is friendly. It's a homey place, and it's organized and clean...."
READ MORE525 Cedar Hurst Road, Lawrenceville, GA 30045
2.0
(1 reviews)
"We did visit Humble Abode. The place was very clean and the personnel seemed very nice, but the accommodations we thought were not appealing at all. It was a very small hallway to get back to the bedroom, the bathroom upstairs was extremely small, an..."
READ MORE315 Arrowhead Boulevard, Jonesboro, GA 30236
1.7
(4 reviews)
"My mom has been staying in Summer's Landing for one and a half years now. The cost is reasonable. The rooms are nice, and each has its own bathroom. They're pretty good and have a decent staff. I think they need to have more attendants to be better. ..."
READ MORE574 Allgood Road, Marietta, GA 30060
1.0
(1 reviews)
"My experience was not good at all. There were only four residents, so we thought a small place would be great, but it was actually very bad. My mother fell in the morning, broke a door when she fell, broke her back, and nobody called us until 5:00 th..."
READ MORE479 E Paces Ferry Rd NE, Atlanta, GA 30305
"Calvin Court is a gated independent senior living community located in Atlanta, Georgia. A number of popular restaurants and shopping center..."
READ MORE3361 Glen Summit Ln, Snellville, GA 30039
"Spring Garden Personal Care home is nestled in the city of Snellville, Georgia. Located 25 miles west of Atlanta, Snellville is a community ..."
READ MORE2270 Loganville Hwy, Grayson, GA 30017
"Benton House of Grayson is located off Loganville Highway, adjacent to Lipsey Water and Luxury Cars of Atlanta. Seniors looking for a care f..."
READ MORE10595 Medlock Bridge Rd,, Johns Creek, GA 30097
"To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Georgia Healthcare Facility Regulation -..."
READ MORE2569 Ashley Circle, Jonesboro, GA 30236
"To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Georgia Healthcare Facility Regulation -..."
READ MORELilburn seniors pay around $4,620 per month for assisted living, based on rates in the 2024 Genworth Cost of Care Survey. While this amount falls $730 below the national norm, it surpasses Georgia’s median by $500 and exceeds costs in many nearby cities. For example, in Athens, rates run lower than in Lilburn at approximately $3,500, and seniors in Dalton pay about $2,545.
Lilburn
$4,620
Georgia
$4,120
The United States
$5,350
Gainesville
$4,695
Rome
$4,215
Dalton
$2,545
Athens
$3,500
Lilburn and the state of Georgia have two Medicaid waiver programs that assist seniors that pay for services in personal care homes with at least 24 beds. This includes the Service Options Using Resources in a Community Environment (SOURCE) and the Community Care Services Program.
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.
Lilburn’s assisted living communities charge roughly $4,620 per month. While this rate exceeds the cost of adult day health care by about $2,670, it falls below costs for private and intensive senior care solutions. For example, those who arrange private attendance pay around $5,053 for in-home care and $5,815 for home health care, and nursing homes charge approximately $8,213 for shared rooms.
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 Lilburn is unavailable, we used data for the nearest city, Atlanta, instead.
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Seniors in Lilburn have several free resources available throughout the county to help them retain their independence. They can find services from government entities and nonprofits, including counseling, transportation and social and recreational activities.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Norcross Senior Center | (678) 225-5430 | Seniors in Lilburn have access to the Norcross Senior Center located just 3 miles away. Available services and activities support their independence and quality of life while encouraging socialization and community involvement. Activities include fitness classes, educational programs, arts and crafts, day trips and volunteer opportunities. Programs may include counseling, breakfast and lunch and transportation to and from the center. |
| Elderly Legal Assistance Program | (866) 552-4464 | The Elderly Legal Assistance Program helps seniors aged 60 and older in Lilburn and throughout Georgia with legal assistance in civil matters. ELAP lawyers help with varied situations, such as legal issues related to long-term care, housing, health care, abuse or neglect, consumer protection, income and other problems that often impact seniors. |
| Gwinnett County Senior Services | (678) 377-4150 | Gwinnett County Senior Services provides free or low-cost services and referrals for seniors aged 60 or older throughout the county, including in Lilburn, and to their spouses. Services and supports include counseling, meals, educational activities, social events and fitness classes. Seniors needing transportation but don’t require assistance receive curb-to-curb transportation anywhere inside Gwinnett County for non-emergency medical appointments. A nominal fee may be charged based on income. |
| Friends of Gwinnett Seniors | (770) 822-8775 | Friends of Gwinnett Seniors is a volunteer-operated nonprofit dedicated to keeping seniors safe and healthy. It supports Gwinnett County’s senior programming, which may include in-home assistance, nutrition programs, transportation and access to health care. |
| State LTC Ombudsman Gwinnett County Office | (678) 963-5199 | The Gwinnett County LTC Ombudsman helps residents in long-term care facilities, such as assisted living, who have complaints against their facilities. An ombudsman resolves complaints as an advocate of the resident and provides information about residents’ rights and appropriate care. They may routinely visit facilities to ensure residents know about the services available and observe the condition of these facilities. |
Lilburn-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.
Assisted Living
Mary Resident family’s member
5.0
Review of Sunrise at Five Forks
Apartments are comfortable clean and efficient Staff very friendly and caring Food is always good at they try to give a variety which works well for the residents according to my uncle Location...
Provider response
Thank you, Mary! We're thrilled to hear you and your uncle are enjoying the comfort and care we strive to provide at Sunrise of Five Forks. It's wonderful to know our community activities and...
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Mimi11
5.0
Review of Sunrise at Five Forks
Rooms are well-appointed and cheerful. The staff is wonderful and caring. It is obvious they care about the residents.
Provider response
Thanks, Mimi! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed your visit and appreciated our team's dedication. Creating a welcoming environment for our residents and their loved ones is our top priority. We...
Assisted Living
Debbie
4.0
Review of Sunrise at Five Forks
The rooms are spacious and have updated palates. The food is good, and there are several choices at each meal. The caregivers are very caring and go out of their way to make the resident feel...
Provider response
Debbie, thank you for your thoughtful review! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed our spacious rooms and attentive team. It’s wonderful to know our community's activities and welcoming atmosphere...
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