Fite Living Centre - Cartersville, GA
5 Fite Street, Cartersville, GA, 30120
4.7
(23 reviews)
"This place feels like home! My mother in law loved everyone here. She didn’t want to leave!..."
READ MOREAssisted living is ideal for seniors who want to retain as much independence as possible but may need some assistance with activities of daily living and limited health services. However, it isn’t suitable for those who need extensive or round-the-clock nursing care. Seniors in Cartersville can expect to pay an average of $3,088 for assisted living care per month, which is much lower than the state and national averages.
This guide provides helpful details on assisted living, including the average cost compared to nearby cities and other senior living options. It also outlines some benefits and drawbacks of retiring in Cartersville and offers a list of free resources relevant to seniors.
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5 Fite Street, Cartersville, GA, 30120
4.7
(23 reviews)
"This place feels like home! My mother in law loved everyone here. She didn’t want to leave!..."
READ MORE925 Douthit Ferry Road, Cartersville, GA, 30120
3.8
(4 reviews)
"My sister will be moving into The Fountains in Cartersville within the month. There were walking trails all around it, a swimming pool, and a nice big covered porch in the back with a big backyard in a fenced-in area. The food looked delicious. There..."
READ MORE89 Burnt Hickory Road, Cartersville, GA, 30120
4.5
(2 reviews)
"My mother is going to move in. The room was very nice, and it had everything that she needs. The staff seemed very cordial, ready and eager to help her. The layout was very easy and good. It's close to my family, and we'll be able to watch after her ..."
READ MORE16 Roving Road, Cartersville, GA, 30121
"Highlands is a great place with friendly staff member and loving residents. I would highly recommend this facility. The food is good, they have activity through out the day from different venders in the community. The room sizes and prices are unbeat..."
READ MORE233 Gilreath Rd NE, Cartersville, GA, 30121
5.0
(2 reviews)
"I toured Tiger Lily Estates. They were kind of neat. They were very new and very modern. They are current, and I liked it because it was new, more spacious, and more consistent. It was not what I was looking for, but it was beautiful. However, you ha..."
READ MORE60 Massell Drive SE, Cartersville, GA, 30121
4.8
(4 reviews)
"My dad will be going to Tranquility of Cartersville. It is a smaller home with only about 26 residents. It's very close to where he lives and also close to the nursing home where my mother is a resident. I have visited the place in the past because t..."
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20 Tellus Drive, Cartersville, GA, 30120
4.8
(4 reviews)
"We saw the dining room at the Spring House at Cartersville. The rooms are still being renovated, and because of the renovations it wasn't safe to go view the rooms. But they had pictures of the rooms, and the pictures looked very nice. We got to see ..."
READ MORE4461 South Main St, Acworth, GA, 30101
4.1
(16 reviews)
"My mom moved into Dogwood Forest the first month they were open. I cannot say enough to adequately express how much care and love they give my mom. She feels like they really love her. It is obvious that she is special to them. When it gets righ..."
READ MORE4460 Celebration Blvd, Acworth, GA, 30101
4.8
(8 reviews)
"My wife will be moving into Celebration Village Acworth within the next month. We have all of the requisite conditions met by this facility. There were so many activities that were possible there. One of the things that attracted me was eventually, I..."
READ MORE2351 Cedarcrest Road, Acworth, GA, 30101
4.8
(4 reviews)
"We visited Oaks at Acworth and we liked the size of the suites and the lower residents to caregivers ratio. They had an outdoor walking trail, game nights, and stuff like that. They had a large dining area that was not too crowded and a beauty salon/..."
READ MOREGeorgia Department of Community Health’s Healthcare Facility Regulation is responsible for licensing and oversight of various health care facilities and services throughout the state. HFR’s responsibilities include monitoring, inspecting and licensing assisted living facilities and personal care homes. It also investigates complaints against these facilities.
According to Genworth’s Cost of Care Survey, the average cost of assisted living in Cartersville is $3,088. This monthly cost is more than $1,000 less than the national average and over $400 less than the state average.
Seniors choosing assisted living in Cartersville will likely enjoy lower monthly costs. Not only is the cost of assisted living in Cartersville lower than the state average, but it’s also lower than all the larger nearby cities. Cartersville’s average monthly cost is $500 less than Dalton’s. It’s also nearly $1,000 lower than Atlanta and almost $1,200 less than Gainesville.
Cartersville
$3,088
Georgia
$3,500
The United States
$4,300
Dalton
$3,588
Atlanta
$4,000
Gainesville
$4,263
Seniors undecided about their choice of senior care may want to explore the cost of other options. While adult day health care is generally the least expensive choice, costs for this service aren’t available for Cartersville, but the state average is $1,355. Other options include homemaker services and home health aides, which provide care in the senior’s home and have an average cost of $4,099 for either service. Nursing home care is the most costly option, with semiprivate rooms having an average cost of $6,692 and private rooms running about $6,996.
Homemaker Services
$4,099
Home Health Aide
$4,099
Assisted Living Facility
$3,088
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$6,692
Nursing Home Facility (private room)
$6,996
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.
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.
Seniors in Cartersville looking for information or assistance with aging-related issues benefit from a variety of free resources within the city or county. They’ll also find an array of senior services and activities to stay active and healthy.
Resource | Contact | Service |
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Northwest Georgia Area Agency on Aging | (800) 759-2963 | The NWGA Area Agency on Aging services numerous counties, including Bartow County, and coordinates programs and services designed to help older residents live more independently. Services include assistive technology lab, community care services, elder services assistance, nutrition and wellness and legal resources. |
Bartow County Senior Centers | (770) 387-5134 | Bartow County Senior Services operates two senior centers for those aged 50 or older. Active seniors enjoy social activities, day trips, games, arts and crafts, fitness classes, luncheons and more. Both centers are in Cartersville and open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. with some evening and weekend programs. |
Bartow Nutrition Center | (770) 386-3294 | Seniors aged 60 or older can take advantage of the Bartow Nutrition Center located at the Zena Drive Senior Citizens Center. The Nutrition Center provides daily meals, which are offered in a group setting at the senior center or delivered to the homes of residents who are temporarily or permanently housebound. |
Cartersville Veterans Field Service Office | (770) 387-3746 | Georgia Department of Veterans Services offers personal assistance to veterans related to their benefits and helps veterans file appeals when benefits are denied. It also operates two war veteran homes that provide skilled nursing services. |
Cartersville-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
Debbie
1
Review of The Fountains in Cartersville
The facility is beautiful and clean. Sadly, the staff are not professional or caring. My mother-in-law was routinely left alone after meals with no one to take her back to her room. She would call...
Assisted Living
Gods Given
5
Review of Highlands Senior Living Cartersville
Highlands is a great place with friendly staff member and loving residents. I would highly recommend this facility. The food is good, they have activity through out the day from different venders...
Assisted Living
KayleneCalvert
5
Review of Fite Living Centre - Cartersville, GA
This place feels like home! My mother in law loved everyone here. She didn’t want to leave!