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Assisted Living Communities in Lithonia, Georgia

Our comprehensive listings and authentic reviews in Lithonia, GA below include 330 Assisted Living facilities with 2183 reviews. On average in Lithonia, residents and their loved ones rate Assisted Living options 4.4 out of 5 stars.

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The Cost of Assisted Living in Lithonia, GA and Nearby Cities

Assisted living facilities in Georgia charge competitive rates, with average fees in every surveyed city coming in below the national median. The costliest city for this level of care is Gainesville at $4,263 per month. Lithonia is a couple hundred dollars cheaper at $4,000. In Rome, seniors pay $3,088 per month. Those seeking more affordable care may consider Macon, where facilities charge $2,730, or Warner Robins, where rates are the lowest in the state at $2,300.  

Lithonia

$4,000

Georgia

$3,500

The United States

$4,300

Macon Area

$2,730

Warner Robins

$2,300

Rome

$3,088

Gainesville

$4,263

Paying for Assisted Living in Lithonia

Lithonia is a fairly budget-friendly city for assisted living, with local facilities charging approximately $4,000 per month for care. While this is higher than the state rate of $3,500, it’s affordable compared to the national average of $4,300.  

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Lithonia

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 Lithonia, GA

Seniors in Lithonia have several care options to choose from. Those who prefer to live in their own homes may obtain personal care services in adult day health care facilities for approximately $1,300 per month. Those seeking in-home care pay $4,147 for homemaker services and $4,195 for specialized home health aide services. Assisted living is competitively priced at $4,000 and includes housing, meals and personal care, which may make it the most budget-friendly option for seniors. Nursing homes provide skilled nursing services in a residential environment and charge the highest monthly rates of $6,950 for semiprivate accommodations 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

Free Assisted Living Resources in Lithonia

Seniors in Lithonia can get help from several local agencies with specialists who assist them in getting services in the community, connecting with social and recreational activities and finding the best options for paying for services. The following table lists these agencies, describes services and provides contact information.  

ResourceContactService
Office on Aging(770) 322-2950DeKalb County’s Office on Aging is the designated Area Agency on Aging for the Lithonia region. It administers free and low-cost programs for older adults, including transportation services, case management and information and referrals for community-based services. It also has specialists who help older adults understand their Medicare benefits, compare long-term care insurance plans and determine eligibility for Medicaid, which can help cover local assisted living expenses.
Veterans Field Service Office(404) 728-7664The nearest VFSO is in Decatur, about 15 miles from Lithonia. At this location, veterans are screened for benefits that can help them pay for assisted living, including pension programs and Aid and Attendance. The office can also connect veterans with services in the community, including emergency financial assistance and medical care.
Lithonia Senior Center(770) 482-0402The Lithonia Senior Center is federally funded and open to those aged 60 and over. At this center, members participate in arts and crafts, sewing groups, age-friendly fitness and dance classes and health and wellness classes. The center is open on weekdays from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Atlanta Legal Aid(404) 377-0701Atlanta Legal Aid’s DeKalb County office is located in Decatur, about 13 miles from Lithonia. At this location, legal professionals provide free civil legal aid to older adults, helping them obtain public benefits, such as Social Security, Medicare and Supplemental Security Income.
Long Term Care Ombudsman Program(678) 378-2934The Long Term Care Ombudsman Program advocates on behalf of those in assisted living by ensuring residents understand their rights and payment options and are obtaining the services in their care plans. The ombudsman can also mediate family disagreements or investigate reports of abuse or neglect.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Lithonia

Lithonia-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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Rhonda

I visited this facility

Review of Yellow Brick House

Yellow Brick House seemed more institutionalized to me. There was a long hallway that you had to have a code to go through. They need to improve the layout. It was an older facility and was not...

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P.H.

I visited this facility

Review of Yellow Brick House

I wasn't really too impressed with The Yellow Brick House. Its an older house that a doctor and his family used to live in, and they just kind of extended the house. So when you go there, you go in...

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Michael

I visited this facility

Review of Sunshine Noel Personal Care Home 2

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...

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