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The 10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Dacula, GA for 2024

Dacula is an attractive suburban community located in Gwinnett County about 40 miles northeast of Atlanta. Although seniors represent just 10% of the city’s 6,350 residents, Dacula has plenty to offer older adults, including those who require long-term care. The area has a moderate cost of living, a pleasant climate and an array of amenities, including several senior centers and a number of parks, recreation areas and golf courses.

Assisted living is a good option for seniors who require extra help with errands, chores and activities of daily living. These residential facilities offer 24-hour personal assistance, meals, snacks, recreational activities and many value-added services. According to the Genworth 2020 Cost of Care Survey, the median cost of assisted living care in Dacula is $4,263 per month, which is significantly higher than the statewide average but lower than the national median.

This guide takes a look at assisted living costs in Dacula compared to costs in other nearby cities, as well as other types of long-term care. It also provides a list of pros and cons of retiring in Dacula and a directory of helpful services that serve area seniors.

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What to Consider About Assisted Living in Dacula

Although assisted living communities in Dacula offer varying amenities and services, they must all follow the statewide licensing requirements enforced by the Georgia Department of Community Health division of Healthcare Facility Regulation. The rules apply to staffing, training, management, facility design, nutritional services and resident care.

Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Dacula

  • For seniors, Dacula offers a competitive cost of living that’s just 4% higher than the national average. Health care is particularly affordable compared to other parts of the country, which saves residents about 8% on primary, specialty and emergency care.
  • More than a dozen medical centers are located within 25 miles of Dacula. Top-performing facilities include the Northside Hospital Forsyth, Emory Johns Creek Hospital and the Northside Hospital Gwinnett. However, the community has about half as many doctors compared to cities of a similar size.
  • Dacula has a comfortable climate that benefits seniors who are sensitive to extreme weather. The community earned a BestPlaces Comfort Index of 7.5, thanks to its warm summers, mild winters, minimal snowfall and above-average number of sunny days.
  • The air quality in Dacula is about average, according to data from the American Lung Association. It received a B rating for ozone and 24-hour particle pollution. Although the air quality affects nearly 1 million seniors in the Atlanta metropolitan area, conditions have improved over the past two decades due to clean air regulations.
  • Dacula has minimal crime, which benefits seniors who may be targeted by criminals or scammers. Law enforcement agencies report approximately 13 crimes per 1,000 residents. Property crimes are about 50% lower than the state median, and the number of violent crimes is 70% lower than other parts of the state.
  • Gwinnett County offers curb-to-curb and door-through-door transportation to seniors and disabled adults to help to increase the area’s accessibility. Unassisted transportation is available for medical appointments and is based on the rider’s income. Assisted transportation is available for medical and nonmedical use and is billed by mileage.

Paying for Assisted Living in Dacula

The median cost of assisted living in Dacula is $4,263 per month, which is higher than other parts of the state but slightly lower than the national average.

The Cost of Assisted Living in Nearby Cities

According to Genworth Financial’s 2020 Cost of Care Survey, assisted living in Dacula costs $74 less than the national average of $4,300 and $763 more than the state median of $3,500. Expected prices vary significantly across the region, but Dacula is one of the more expensive options. Seniors in Atlanta pay $263 less per month. Rates drop by $897 in Athens, and seniors in Macon save $1,533 per month based on a median of $2,730.

Dacula

$4,263

Georgia

$3,500

The United States

$4,300

Athens

$3,366

Macon

$2,730

Atlanta

$4,000

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

For many families, assisted living is just one option to consider. Alternatives include in-home care, which costs $4,385 per month for both homemaker and home health aide services. Adult day health care is typically the least expensive senior care option. Although pricing data isn’t available for adult day health care, statewide, seniors pay approximately $1,355 per month. Prices rise to $6,388 for a semiprivate room in a nursing home. These facilities are more restrictive, and they cost $2,125 more than assisted living, although private rooms may cost as much as $2,427 more per month.

Homemaker Services

$4,385

Home Health Aide

$4,385

Assisted Living Facility

$4,263

Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)

$6,388

Nursing Home Facility (private room)

$6,692

Note: Care cost data for Dacula was not available, so data for the closest city, Gainesville, was used instead.

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Dacula

Dacula and the state of Georgia have two Medicaid waiver programs that assist seniors that pay for services in personal care homes with at least 24 beds. This includes the Service Options Using Resources in a Community Environment (SOURCE) and the Community Care Services Program.

Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Georgia page.

Paying for Assisted Living Facilities in Georgia

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.

Free Assisted Living Resources in Dacula

Seniors in Dacula can take advantage of numerous resources that can help with assisted living, long-term care and age-related questions. The directory below highlights some of the most comprehensive programs.

ResourceContactService
Atlanta Regional Commission Empowerline(404) 463-3333Empowerline is the Area Agency on Aging for seniors in Dacula and metro Atlanta. It provides informational services and referrals to more than 26,000 community-based programs and partners that promote healthy, empowered aging. These resources can help seniors learn more about assisted living, Medicare, Medicaid, transportation, nutritional benefits and recreational programs. Services are available to seniors, caregivers and disabled adults.
Gwinnett County Senior Services(678) 377-4150Part of the Department of Health and Human Services, this county agency offers a number of supportive services to adults aged 60 and older. It manages several senior centers, provides assisted and unassisted transportation and conducts in-home needs assessments. Case managers can determine if seniors qualify for personal care and related services.
Legal Aid Atlanta, Gwinnett County Office(678) 376-4545This legal aid society handles more than 20,000 cases annually on behalf of seniors, low-income families and other vulnerable or marginalized residents. It accepts cases related to housing, health care, insurance, family law and consumer rights. Its Senior Law Project focuses on long-term care, government benefits and elder abuse, and its Georgia Senior Legal Helpline is available to residents aged 60 and older.
Athens Community Council on Aging(706) 549-4850The Athens Community Council on Aging serves as the long-term care ombudsman for seniors in the state’s northeastern region. The ombudsman is available to answer questions and concerns related to assisted living facilities and nursing homes. These advocates advise families on long-term care options, help residents start family councils and voice concerns on behalf of seniors who reside in licensed health care facilities.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Dacula

Dacula-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 Laws and Regulations in Georgia

Reviews of Communities Nearby

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Lora

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Review of Hamilton Mill Senior Care

Hamilton Mill Senior Care has 16 years of experience. The man who is running it was caring, informative, and compassionate. He is there all the time, and so my dad would feel safer with that. He...

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Eileen

I visited this facility

Review of Arbor Terrace Hamilton Mill

We're thinking of going with Arbor Terrace Hamilton Mill for my dad. First of all, the sales manager who toured us was extremely hospitable, very knowledgeable, and she can answer every single...

Provider response

Eileen, thank you for sharing your positive experience at our community! We're happy to hear that you enjoyed your visit and found our team to be so helpful. If you need anything else or have any...

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Review of Arbor Terrace Hamilton Mill

My aunt moved into Arbor Terrace Hamilton Mill. We chose it because they had a great special, and it is very close to my house. They are very helpful, well-staffed, and I like everything about it....

Provider response

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