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Rockmart Health
528 Hunter Street, Rockmart, GA 30153
"Rockmart Health, located in Rockmart, GA, is a senior living provider that offers a variety of care types including Skilled Nursing Care, Sh..."
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Oakview Nursing Rehab Center
960 Highland Ave, Summerville, GA 30747
"Skilled care services have evolved over time to expand beyond traditional nursing home care. Oakview Health and Rehabilitation can help you ..."
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robert
5.0
Review of Etowah Landing Care and Rehabilitation Center
the staff treated me good the therapy was great and the food was ok
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Thanks for your feedback, Robert! We appreciate your kind words.
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D'Ann
4.0
Review of The Spires at Berry College
My husband was in The Spires at Berry College before he passed away. It was probably the best option in this place and I didn't worry about him. I think he got good care there. But it's very...
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Judi
5.0
Review of Fifth Avenue Health Care
I am very well pleased with Fifth Avenue Health Care, and with everybody. They all seem to go out of their way to help you and make you comfortable. If you need anything (I'm on three liters of...
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The Cost of Nursing Home Care in Nearby Cities
The cost of a semiprivate room in Rome is $30 less than Georgia’s monthly average of $6,722 per month, and it’s $1,064 less than the national average of $7,756.
Compared to other cities in the state, Valdosta is the most expensive. With an average of $7,841 per month, it’s $1,149 more than Rome. The state’s capital, Atlanta, has an average of $6,950 per month and is about $250 higher than Rome’s average. The least expensive city is Athens. Situated in northeast Georgia, it has a monthly average of $6,266, which is $426 less than Rome.
Rome
$6,692
Georgia
$6,722
United States
$7,756
Valdosta
$7,841
Atlanta
$6,950
Athens
$6,266
Nursing Home Costs in Rome, GA
In Rome, a semiprivate room in a nursing home costs $6,692 per month on average, and a private room costs $6,996 per month.
Financial Assistance for Nursing Home Care in Rome, GA
Many seniors and their families use some form of financial assistance to help them pay for nursing care. The main options available are Medicare, Medicaid, and veterans benefits. These programs can be complicated, especially when it comes to benefit terms. Below, we give a brief overview of how these programs may be used towards paying for skilled nursing care.
- Medicare: Medicare will typically cover all skilled nursing costs for the first 20 days of one’s stay in a nursing home and a portion of the costs until day 100. After 100 days in a skilled nursing facility, Medicare will not cover any part of the cost of the stay. While this is adequate when short-term care is needed, those in need of long-term care will need to either pay out-of-pocket or use another source of financial assistance.
- Medicaid: Medicaid covers most of the costs of living in a skilled nursing facility for those who qualify. Care, room, and board are covered with no time limit, but residents may be charged for extras like specially prepared food or cosmetic services. Medicaid eligibility standards are strict and complex, so not all seniors are eligible for Medicaid benefits.
- Veterans Benefits: Veterans receiving a VA pension may also be eligible for the Aid and Attendance benefit administered by the VA. Aid and Attendance is a monthly allowance that beneficiaries may use to pay for their long-term care, including skilled nursing care.
If these options aren’t available to you, check if your loved one has long-term care insurance or contact your Area Agency on Aging to ask about any local financial assistance programs for seniors.
The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care
When considering long-term care options, the cost of care is often a major deciding factor. Seniors who don’t require full-time supervision by professional staff may find in-home care more affordable. Typically, home health care costs more than home care due to the medical care offered on top of other basic personal care services. In Rome, both types of home care are $2,593 less than a semiprivate room in a nursing home. Assisted living costs $3,604 less than nursing home care, with an average of $3,088 per month. A private room in a nursing home is $304 more than a semiprivate room.
Home care
$4,099
Home health care
$4,099
Assisted Living
$3,088
Nursing home (semiprivate room)
$6,692
Nursing home (private room)
$6,996
Free Resources for Seniors in Rome, GA
This section offers a few resources for seniors who are considering skilled nursing care or already reside in a nursing home. Qualifying seniors can find programs for nursing home alternatives through Medicaid as well as financial assistance through supplemental Medicare programs.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Northwest Georgia Area Agency on Aging | (800) 759-2963 | The Northwest Georgia Area Agency on Aging provides information and referral services for local programs designed to benefit aging generations and improve their quality of life. Care consultants can help seniors and their loved ones assess their needs and plan for their future goals, whether they prefer to age in place in the comfort of their own home or are looking for a long-term care facility that fits their needs. The agency serves 15 counties, including Floyd County. |
| Georgia Medicaid Waiver for Home- and Community-Based Services | (800) 759-2963 | The Georgia Medicaid Waiver covers both in-home care and community-based care for low-income residents throughout the state. Seniors who may otherwise be placed in a nursing home may qualify for in-home personal and medical care services for free. These services include in-home assistance with activities of daily living and housekeeping, in addition to rehabilitation therapies. To apply for the Medicaid HCBS waiver, seniors can contact the Northwest Georgia AAA. |
| Georgia Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program | (866) 552-4464 | Ombudsmen assist residents of long-term care facilities, including nursing homes, to ensure seniors are receiving adequate care and facilities are following state and federal regulations. Seniors and their loved ones can contact an ombudsman for such things as a lack of quality meal options that meet their dietary needs or financial abuse. A local ombudsman can be reached by calling the phone number provided or through the Northwest Georgia AAA. |
| GeorgiaCares — State Health Insurance Assistance Program | (866) 552-4464 | Working with the Georgia Legal Services Program, GeorgiaCares counselors are certified by the state to provide free information and advice regarding Medicare health insurance. Counselors can better explain summary notices and benefit coverage and assist with filing an appeal or claim. Seniors can also contact a counselor to apply for financial assistance that covers out-of-pocket expenses. A counselor can be reached through the Northwest Georgia AAA or by calling the number provided. |
