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Memory Care Communities in Douglasville, Georgia

Our comprehensive listings and authentic reviews in Douglasville, GA below include 113 memory care communities with 890 reviews. On average in Douglasville, residents and their loved ones rate memory care options 4.3 out of 5 stars.

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The Cost of Memory Care in Nearby Cities

Seniors can expect to pay a median fee of $4,806 for memory care services in Douglasville, more than the state median of $4,419 but less than the national rate of $5,625. Memory care residents in Gainesville pay about $60 more than those in Douglasville, while fees increase by $473 in Columbus. The price drops by almost $300 in Augusta, and older individuals in Savannah save roughly $415 on memory care compared to their peers in Douglasville.  

 

Douglasville

$4,806

Georgia

$4,419

United States

$5,625

Savannah

$4,391

Columbus

$5,279

Augusta

$4,508

Gainesville

$4,866

Paying for Memory Care in Douglasville

Note: Residential memory care is usually offered in assisted living facilities, and in general, memory care rates tend to be 20-30% higher than assisted living rates. No national database currently tracks memory care costs in the United States, so we've estimated the monthly memory care costs listed below by adding 25% to the rates listed in Genworth's 2021 Cost of Care Survey.

In Douglasville, memory care costs around $4,806 per month.

 

Financial Assistance for Memory Care in Douglasville

In Douglasville, there are options for seniors who need financial assistance paying for Memory Care. For more information about other options, who qualifies and how to apply, visit our Memory Care in Georgia page.

 

Financial Assistance for Memory Care in Georgia

More Ways to Pay for Memory Care

While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for memory care, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance memory care costs include:

 

  • Veterans Benefits
  • Life Insurance Policy
  • Long-Term Care Insurance
  • Reverse Mortgage

 

For more information about different ways to finance memory care, visit our Memory Care in Georgia page.

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

Memory care stands roughly $2,722 cheaper than a semi-private room in a Douglasville nursing facility, which provides 24-hour monitoring and skilled nursing. Adult day health care is the most affordable option, running almost $3,500 lower than residential memory care. This daytime-only solution provides cognitive stimulation, enrichment activities and practical support in a community location. For personal care and recreational programming in a communal environment, assisted living facilities also charge less, around $3,845 monthly. In-home care agencies provide intermittent help with everyday activities, and home health care agencies deliver medical services in a senior’s residence; both care types have a lower price than memory care, running $4,290 and $4,576, respectively.  

 

Memory Care

$4,806

In-Home Care

$4,290

Home Health Care

$4,576

Adult Day Health Care

$1,327

Assisted Living Facility

$3,845

Nursing Home Facility (semi-private room)

$7,528

Note: Data for Douglasville was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Atlanta, was used instead.

 

What to Consider About Memory Care in Douglasville

The Georgia Healthcare Facility Regulation Division appoints nurse surveyors to inspect facilities, including memory care communities, to ensure regulatory adherence. It issues operational licenses through the Health Care Licensing team. The division also investigates complaints about facilities and completes surveys for Medicare and Medicaid certification.

Benefits and Drawbacks of Memory Care in Douglasville

  • Unfortunately, crime rates in Douglasville are higher than national averages. On a 100-point scale, property crime prevalence is 85.8, while the U.S. figure rests 50.4 points lower. The violent crime rate is also higher, standing at 35.6 compared to the national average of 22.7. That said, serious crimes are gradually declining in the city. Moreover, secure memory care facilities feature enhanced safeguarding measures for residents, such as 24/7 on-site staff, keycode entrances, window alarms and video surveillance.  
  • Douglasville’s cost of living is about 4% lower than the national average, with significant savings on housing, utilities and transportation. Health care costs align with the nationwide norm, and groceries are slightly more expensive. Older individuals may qualify for financial assistance programs, such as Georgia Medicaid, to lower their memory care costs.
  • Georgia offers a tax-friendly landscape for retirees, with no state income tax on Social Security payments and sizable deductions on other forms of retirement income and savings. The state also has no inheritance or estate taxes.
  • According to County Health Rankings & Roadmaps, Douglasville ranks among the state’s healthiest counties. Analysis accounts for physical and mental health, as well as how long residents typically live. Looking at health factors, including obesity, alcohol intake and access to healthy food, the county ranks in the higher middle range of communities statewide.
  • Within the city, Wellstar Douglas Hospital provides inpatient and outpatient health care, including online consultations and 24/7 emergency services. The immediate area also has several medical centers. More clinical facilities lie nearby, including Emory University Hospital, which holds Magnet designation and ranks nationally for geriatrics, urology, neurology and cancer care.            

Memory Care Laws and Regulations in Douglasville

Douglasville Memory Care Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Memory Care Facilities in Georgia are required to follow. Visit our Memory Care in Georgia page for more information about these laws.

Memory Care Laws and Regulations in Georgia

Reviews of Communities Nearby

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Reddog TC

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

Review of Oaks at Douglasville

The Oaks at Douglasville takes great care of my loved one! The staff is so patient and attentive to my loved one. The Oaks is far superior to two other AL/Memory care facilities we have experience...

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Rotonda

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

Review of Oaks at Douglasville

My father has moved into Oaks at Douglasville. The outside looks great. The inside is kept very well. Nice and clean facilities. The decor is nice and up-to-date. It's a really nice facility. So...

Provider response

Rotonda, Thank you for taking the time to leave a review of our Douglasville community. Thank you for entrusting us with your fathers care. Your feedback is important to us as we continue to...

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Debbie

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

Review of Oaks at Douglasville

Oaks at Douglasville is very close to me. My daughter had a good vibe about the place. I couldn't say everything about one employee, because to me, the night shift is not as good as the day shift....

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