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

Duluth is a charming suburb located approximately 22 miles northeast of Atlanta in Gwinnett County. Home to about 29,600 residents, including more than 3,400 seniors aged 65 or older, Duluth is a hub for entertainment and shopping. The city’s vibrant Town Green provides a wealth of free entertainment activities. Outdoorsy seniors take advantage of several golf courses, trails, parks and the Chattahoochee River, which flows along the northern boundary of the Rogers Bridge Park. Seniors can also dive into the city’s rich history at the Duluth Historical Society and Museum. Altogether, it makes Duluth a highly desirable place for retirees to live. 

Assisted living is a popular housing option for seniors who wish to remain independent but require light nursing, personal care and housekeeping. The average cost of assisted living in Duluth is $4,000 per month, higher than the statewide average but lower than the national average.

This guide provides information on assisted living in Duluth, including cost comparisons of other senior living options and average assisted living costs in other Georgia cities. It also offers some benefits and drawbacks of retiring in Duluth and free senior resources from local, county and state providers.

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What to Consider About Assisted Living in Duluth

Assisted living facilities, personal care homes and nursing homes in Duluth and throughout Georgia are overseen by the Georgia Department of Community Health’s Healthcare Facility Regulation. HFR handles senior care facility inspections and licensing, monitors these facilities and investigates any complaints brought against them.

Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Duluth

  • Although the cost of living in Duluth is higher than the national average, it’s by less than 2%. However, it’s about 8% higher than the state average. On the plus side, health care costs in Duluth are lower than both. Health care in Duluth is more than 8% less than the national average and nearly 4% less than the state average. Prescription drugs aren’t subject to sales tax statewide, providing further savings on medical costs.
  • Seniors in Duluth benefit from lower county sales taxes, which help counter the slightly higher cost of living. Georgia’s state sales tax is 4%, which is among the lowest nationwide. Localities can add up to 4.9%, but Gwinnett County only charges 2% sales tax, and there aren’t any city or special sales taxes. The county’s combined sales tax rate of 6% is lower than 98% of Georgia’s other cities and counties.
  • Georgia doesn’t tax seniors’ Social Security income or Railroad Retirement benefits. It also exempts most types of retirement income for individuals aged 65 or older, such as interest, dividends and annuities. However, this exemption is only on income up to $65,000 for singles or $130,000 for couples.
  • Seniors benefit from having a local hospital, but several top-notch facilities are within seven miles of Duluth. Northside Hospital Duluth was evaluated with Northside Hospital Gwinnett, which combined garnered 10 high-performance ratings. Northside Hospital Duluth is a 122-bed hospital that offers the latest medical care and technology and specializes in orthopedic surgery, stroke rehabilitation, emergency services and minimally invasive surgeries.
  • Duluth crime rates are lower than the national and state averages. Crime is ranked on a scale of one to 100, with one being the best. Violent crime in Duluth is ranked at 18 compared to a state average of 21.1 and a national average of 22.7, while property crime is ranked at 32 compared to 41.8 statewide and 35.4 nationwide

Paying for Assisted Living in Duluth

According to Genworth’s Cost of Care Survey, the average cost of assisted living in Duluth is $4,000 per month. While being near Atlanta likely drives up this cost, it’s still lower than the national average by $300 per month, and it’s only $500 higher than the statewide average.

The Cost of Assisted Living in Nearby Cities

The cost of assisted living in Duluth is on the high side compared to several cities in Georgia. Its monthly cost is much higher than Macon and Rome, with a difference of $1,270 and $912 per month, respectively. However, Duluth’s cost is lower than Brunswick’s by $124 and lower than Gainesville’s by $263.

Duluth

$4,000

Georgia

$3,500

The United States

$4,300

Macon

$2,730

Rome

$3,088

Brunswick

$4,124

Gainesville

$4,263

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

Assisted living is only one of several senior care options available in Duluth. Seniors looking for support and social activities during the day only may opt for adult day health care. This is the lowest cost option at an average of $1,300 per month. For in-home care, homemaker services cost about $4,147, and home health aides cost around $4,195. Nursing homes provide more extensive, round-the-clock care. These facilities are the highest cost options at approximately $6,950 for semiprivate rooms or $7,559 for private rooms per month.

Homemaker Services

$4,147

Home Health Aide

$4,195

Adult Day Health Care

$1,300

Assisted Living Facility

$4,000

Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)

$6,950

Nursing Home Facility (private room)

$7,559

Note: Data for Duluth was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Atlanta, was used instead.

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Duluth

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.

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 Duluth

Government entities and nonprofits throughout Gwinnett County strive to provide services for seniors to help them remain independent for as long as possible. Seniors in Duluth will find several free resources that assist with various needs, including transportation, legal help, counseling and socialization. 

ResourceContactService
Gwinnett County Senior Services(678) 377-4150Gwinnett County Senior Services strives to enhance the quality of life for residents aged 60 or older throughout the county. Services help seniors maintain their independence through support, education, free or low-cost services and referrals for them or their spouses. Services may include transportation, meals, counseling, educational activities, fitness classes, social events, day trips and volunteer opportunities. Seniors who don’t qualify for services may receive referrals.
Friends of Gwinnett Seniors(770) 822-8775Friends of Gwinnett Seniors is a nonprofit, volunteer-operated organization that supports or supplements senior programming in Gwinnett County through fundraising efforts. It’s dedicated to helping seniors experience a safe, healthy and fulfilling life in any setting, including access to health care, transportation, nutrition and in-home assistance.
Gwinnett Council for Seniors(770) 822-5147The Gwinnett Council for Seniors advocates for the needs of seniors throughout Gwinnett County and encourages an active and informed lifestyle. GCS offers information on health, housing, education, jobs, classes, social events, volunteer opportunities and activities at more than 36 senior organizations and clubs countywide.
State LTC Ombudsman Gwinnett County Office(678) 963-5199The Gwinnett County LTC Ombudsman office investigates and works to resolve any complaints long-term care residents make against an LTC facility, including assisted living. Ombudsmen provide information about residents’ rights, appropriate care and resident abuse. They also regularly visit LTC facilities to talk with residents and listen to concerns they might have while observing the condition of the facilities.
Elderly Legal Assistance Program(866) 552-4464Seniors aged 60 or older in Duluth or anywhere in Georgia needing legal assistance in civil matters may contact the Elderly Legal Assistance Program. The ELAP has lawyers and paralegals who help with a range of issues involving abuse or neglect, health care, housing, long-term care, income and consumer protection.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Duluth

Duluth-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

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Cecelia

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Review of Parc at Duluth

Parc at Duluth was very nice. We liked the rooms and the different services they offer. We liked the fact that my mother-in-law would get the proper care she needed for assisting her with...

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Vinay

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Review of Parc at Duluth

Parc at Duluth would be my number two choice. It's quite nice. Katie was amazing. I had a couple of conversations with her before the tour, after the tour. Most likely, we will probably be signing...

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William

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Review of Parc at Duluth

I was able to tour Parc at Duluth. It's outstanding. It's very good. It's modern. They have a nice pool, and they have a good gym. Everything is good back there; it was very good. I will recommend...

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