The peaceful city of Woodstock in Georgia is conveniently located just 30 miles from Atlanta enabling residents to experience the best of both worlds. Woodstock has a population of 33,039, and around 13.8% of its residents are aged 65 and over. The average cost of nursing home care in Woodstock is $6,950 per month according to the Genworth Cost of Care Survey 2020. This is cheaper than the national average of $7,756, making Woodstock an attractive city to seniors looking at nursing home care options.
Nursing homes provide a high level of care and medical assistance to seniors. This care is best suited to those seniors who are very fragile or require 24/7 assistance due to a chronic illness. Registered nurses and qualified caregiving staff monitor and support residents at all times making this an expensive senior care option. Those seniors in Woodstock who don’t require this level of care may want to look at alternatives such as assisted living and home care services.
This guide looks at the costs of nursing home care in Woodstock and surrounding areas as well as the costs of alternative care options in the city. Additionally, it looks at resources for seniors in Woodstock.
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"I've been so impressed with this Nursing facility! The staff is so friendly and positive and caring! You can tell that the staff enjoy working here and that is reflected in the care they give your loved ones. THIS IS A HAPPY PLACE! When it comes t..."
"My mom was here for 10 days. Everyone here treated her with great respect. Very clean . Yes. I would recommend this place.The rooms are very clean ...."
3460 Powder Springs Road, Powder Springs, GA 30127
2.5
(33 reviews)
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" My father is in this facility currently. It is an older facility and it certainly is not what you would call a resort. But the people make up the difference. He gets very good loving care. We really appreciate the great work all the CNA and nurses d..."
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The Cost of Nursing Home Care in Nearby Cities
It may be of interest to seniors and their loved ones to see how the cost of nursing home care in Woodstock compares to nearby cities. Using the average monthly cost of a semiprivate room as a base point, the cost of care in Woodstock is less than the national average of $7,756 and similar to the Georgia state average of $6,722.
The average monthly cost of care in Brunswick and Albany is less than in Woodstock at $6,418 and $6,813 respectively. While in nearby Valdosta, the average monthly cost of care is higher at $7,841.
Woodstock
$6,950
Georgia
$6,722
The United States
$7,756
Brunswick
$6,418
Albany
$6,813
Valdosta
$7,841
Nursing Home Costs in Woodstock, Georgia
In Woodstock, the average monthly cost of nursing home care is $6,950 for a semiprivate room and $7,559 for a private room.
Financial Assistance for Nursing Home Care in Woodstock, Georgia
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.
Seniors may be interested in the average costs of alternative care options in Woodstock. Adult day care has a monthly average cost of just $1,300 while assisted living has an average cost of $4,000 per month. Home care and home health care services have an average monthly cost of $4,147 and $4,195 respectively. The average monthly cost of nursing home care is $6,950 for a semiprivate room and $7,559 for a private room.
Adult day care
$1,300
Assisted living
$4,000
Home care
$4,147
Home health care
$4,195
Nursing home semiprivate room
$6,950
Nursing home private room
$7,559
Note:Data for Woodstock was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Atlanta, was used instead.
Free Resources for Seniors in Woodstock, Georgia
These resources may help seniors who would like to remain independent in their own homes for as long as possible and are looking for services that will assist them to age in place. One resource looks at financial and information assistance for seniors who are currently in nursing home care or looking at moving into a nursing home in the near future.
The Cherokee County Senior Center runs a Meals on Wheels program for homebound seniors in Woodstock and surrounding areas. The program delivers meals to seniors aged 60 and over who are no longer able to prepare a meal on their own and don’t have regular assistance in their homes. Meals are delivered at around noon each day from Monday to Friday by a team of volunteers. The meals are all low-sodium and provide a third of the daily nutritional requirements of an adult. A donation is requested for meals but seniors will not be turned away if they are unable to contribute financially.
The Georgia Cares program in Woodstock is available at the Cherokee Senior Center. A group of counselors provides free and unbiased information regarding state health insurance plans in Georgia to seniors and their caregivers. The counselors can assist seniors in applying for health insurance plans and making sure they are receiving any benefits that they are eligible for. Additionally, the staff members can explain the financial assistance options available to seniors looking at long-term nursing home care facilities.
The CATS public transport system in Woodstock provides transport to seniors in the area. This system is available from Monday to Friday each week and rides must be booked in advance. The van that is used is wheelchair-friendly and door-to-door service is provided. There is a small charge per ride but financial assistance is available. This system takes seniors to medical appointments, grocery stores, hospitals and the local senior center.
Reviews of Communities Nearby
Nursing Homes
Dee Dee
4.0
I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident
Review of Woodstock Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
My brother-in-law was at Woodstock Nursing and Rehabilitation for about a week. The staff was friendly. He ate pretty successfully there, so I would say the food was good. Some areas could be...
I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident
Review of Woodstock Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
My husband was in Woodstock Rehab for 10 days and we were pleasantly surprised. The PT was excellent and caring, thanks to Erin and others. The nursing staff kind, thoughtful and on top of my...
I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident
Review of Woodstock Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
I’m very happy with Woodstock Nursing. My mother has been here for two years and she is very well cared for and attended to. The staff is always pleasant and very caring, answers any concerns I...