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

Dublin is the seat of Laurens County and exudes true Southern hospitality. It’s home to about 16,000 residents, including over 2,600 seniors aged 65 or older. Golf enthusiasts enjoy three local courses and outdoorsy seniors appreciate the two area nature preserves, walking trails and Riverwalk Park with its access to paddling on the Oconee River. The city also offers award-winning dining and a premier performing arts venue for enjoying plays, concerts and movies. Plus, it’s only a short drive to Atlanta and Savannah for even more amenities. 

Assisted living offers a residential environment for seniors wanting to remain as independent as possible but need some personalized supportive assistance and a place to socialize with their peers. In Dublin, the average cost of assisted living is $2,300 per month, which is much lower than the statewide average and significantly lower than the national average.

This guide helps seniors learn more about assisted living in Dublin, including the benefits and drawbacks of retiring there. It also provides several cost comparisons of assisted living in other Georgia cities and other senior care options, plus a list of free local sources for seniors.

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What to Consider About Assisted Living in Dublin

The Georgia Department of Community Health’s Healthcare Facility Regulation oversees assisted living facilities in Dublin and throughout the state. Inspections and licensing of all types of personal care homes fall under HFR’s responsibilities. The office also monitors these facilities and investigates complaints brought against them.

Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Dublin

  • Seniors in Dublin benefit from Georgia’s generous tax exemptions for retirement income, including Social Security income and Railroad Retirement benefits. The state also exempts most other types of retirement income up to $65,000 for singles or $130,000 for couples who are aged 65 or older.
  • Although the statewide sales tax is 4%, local jurisdictions are allowed to add up to 4.9%. However, the average combined total is 7.33%. As a result, county sales taxes in Laurens County are higher than nearly 99% of other cities and counties in Georgia. It adds a 3% county tax and a 1% special district tax to the 4% state tax. This means residents in Dublin pay a total sales tax rate of 8%, but groceries are exempt from state taxes, and prescription drugs are exempt from all sales taxes.
  • Despite its higher sales tax rate, Dublin has a much lower cost of living compared to both the state and national averages at 13% lower than the state’s and 20% lower than the national average. Although health care is 25% higher than the national average, housing costs are nearly 50% lower, transportation is almost 30% lower, miscellaneous expenses are 9% lower and groceries are 5% lower.
  • Dublin has a relatively rainy climate with about 47 inches of rainfall annually compared to the national average of 38 inches. However, the city gets zero snow, and residents enjoy about 220 sunny days a year. The most pleasant months in Dublin are April, May and October, but July can get hot with an average high of 93 degrees Fahrenheit. Winters can also get cold with an average low in January of 34 degrees.
  • Seniors in Dublin benefit from both the Carl Vinson VA Medical Center and the full-service Fairview Hospital within the city limits. Dublin also offers a vast array of primary and specialty care physicians, including 53 providers at the VA medical center and 171 at Fairview.

Paying for Assisted Living in Dublin

The Genworth Cost of Care Survey lists the average cost of assisted living in Dublin at $2,300 per month. This is $1,200 lower than the statewide average of $3,500 and $2,000 lower than the national average of $4,300.

The Cost of Assisted Living in Nearby Cities

Dublin has the lowest average cost for assisted living in the immediate area. While significantly under the state average, Valdosta is still $120 higher at $2,420, while Macon is more than $400 more. At $2,835, Albany is over $500 more, and Columbus is one the closest to the state average with a monthly median cost of $3,650. 

Dublin

$2,300

Georgia

$3,500

The United States

$4,300

Valdosta

$2,420

Macon

$2,730

Albany

$2,835

Columbus

$3,650

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

There are other types of care that might make sense for seniors. Receiving care at home costs an average of $4,004 for either homemaker services or those who need home health aides. Care provided at a nursing home facility is the most expensive option at $6,540 for a semiprivate room or $7,300 for a private room.

Homemaker Services

$4,004

Home Health Aide

$4,004

Adult Day Health Care

0

Assisted Living Facility

$2,300

Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)

$6,540

Nursing Home Facility (private room)

$7,300

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Dublin

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.

Financial Assistance in Gerogia

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 Dublin

Seniors in Dublin benefit from having several free resources that provide information and assistance on aging-related issues. From durable equipment to social programs, these resources help seniors remain independent while staying healthy and active.

ResourceContactService
Heart of Georgia Altamaha RC Area Agency on Aging(912) 367-3648(888) 367-9913The HOGA AAA serves cities in 17 counties, including Dublin in Laurens County, and addresses the needs of older adults. It plans and coordinates the development of comprehensive services to meet the short-term and long-term needs of seniors aged 60 or older. The nonprofit provides a range of services including elderly legal assistance, home and community-based services, personal care services, nutrition services and community care service program assistance.
Middle Ombudsman Program(912) 367- 4866(866) 991-9988Higgins Management Services operates the Middle Ombudsman Program for a 36-county area that includes Laurens County. This program administers long-term care ombudsman services, which investigates complaints made against assisted living facilities by residents or on behalf of residents. Trained ombudsman advocates for residents and works to resolve issues with the LTC facilities to ensure all residents receive the best in care and enjoy a higher quality of life.
Georgia's Assistive Technology Act Program, Tools for Life(404) 894-8000Georgia’s Assistive Technology Act Program provides statewide Tools for Life services, which gives seniors access to assistive devices and services no matter where they live in the state. Seniors with all types of disabilities may benefit from an assistive device. Services include assessments, funding, training, education and lending libraries. It also operates an assistive technology and durable medical equipment reuse program.
Laurens County Senior Center(478) 277-5025The Laurens County Senior Center in East Dublin offers a range of senior activities for countywide residents aged 60 or older. Activities include daily bingo, arts and crafts and exercise programs.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Dublin

Dublin-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.

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