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

 

Dunwoody, GA, is a northern suburb of Atlanta that combines culture, history and nature in one enjoyable package. Dunwoody is home to about 52,000 residents with a senior community of about 7,100 people, or 13.7% of the population. Seniors and other Dunwoody residents may benefit from the city's low health care costs, comfortable spring and autumn weather and below-average violent crime rates. Georgia also offers plenty of tax breaks for seniors that can give their finances a boost.

While many seniors prefer to remain in their own homes, others enjoy life in a community setting. Assisted living communities provide the socialization and activities these seniors crave alongside help with personal care and housekeeping. Staff members are available 24/7 to provide support and respond to emergencies. Assisted living costs run about $3,845 per month for Dunwoody seniors. While this rate is lower than the national average, it is somewhat higher than the Georgia state average.

Seniors can use this guide to learn more about assisted living, its costs and its financing. They will also find information about Dunwoody's benefits and drawbacks and a list of available resources for seniors and their families.

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What to Consider About Assisted Living in Dunwoody

The Healthcare Facility Regulation Division of the Georgia Department of Community Health oversees the state's assisted living facilities. Each facility must be licensed and regularly inspected to ensure that high standards of care, staffing and service are met. Seniors can use an online interactive map to find information about particular communities.

Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Dunwoody

 

  • Dunwoody's cost of living is high at 129.2 on a 100-point scale, while the U.S. average sits at 100. Georgia's state average is 94.5. While this may be a cause for concern for some seniors, assisted living communities work with residents to help them choose care packages and accommodations that meet their needs and their budgets. Financial assistance programs through nonprofits and the state may be an option for lower-income seniors to get the care they require.
  • Health care costs in Dunwoody fall below the national average at 89.8 out of 100 on the health cost index. Dunwoody residents typically pay 10.2% less for health care than the average U.S. citizen. The city also has a higher number of physicians per capita than other U.S. cities, giving Dunwoody's seniors plenty of health care options.
  • Dunwoody is served by the Northside Hospital Atlanta, which is only about 4 miles south of the city. This hospital provides 24-hour emergency care, cardiology, oncology, a spine center and several other specialties.
  • Dunwoody's climate is relatively comfortable with a comfort index rating of 7.6 out of 10. Spring and autumn are the most pleasant seasons. Summer highs reach into the upper 80s on average, and winter lows may dip just below freezing. Seniors who live in assisted living facilities enjoy a controlled climate and many services available right on-site, so they can avoid the extremes of weather.
  • Crime can be somewhat of a problem in Dunwoody. While the city's violent crime rate is below-average at 12.5 on a 100-point scale (with a national average of 22.7), the property crime rate climbs to 58.8 compared to the national average of 35.4. However, assisted living communities provide extra security with locked entries and emergency responses systems for seniors who worry about their safety.
  • Georgia's seniors receive a number of tax breaks that can help them balance their budgets. The state does not tax Social Security or Railroad Retirement benefits. It also allows for an exclusion on many categories of retirement income. Tax preparers or accountants can explain these tax breaks in more detail.

 

Paying for Assisted Living in Dunwoody

 

Dunwoody's assisted living communities charge about $3,845 per month, but these costs may vary as seniors choose the accommodations and care levels that work best for them.

The Cost of Assisted Living in Nearby Cities

Assisted living costs in Dunwoody run $310 above the Georgia state average but $655 below the national average. Other Georgia cities show higher assisted living rates than Dunwoody. Brunswick facilities, for instance, charge about $5,300 per month while Rome's prices run about $4,293. Gainesville's rates are only $48 more per month than those of Dunwoody, and Valdosta's costs are lower by over $650.

Dunwoody

$3,845

Georgia

$3,535

United States

$4,500

Gainesville

$3,893

Rome

$4,293

Valdosta

$3,179

Brunswick

$5,300

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

Compared to other types of senior care, assisted living offers reasonable rates. Only adult day health care is less expensive by over $2,500, but it may not be suitable for seniors who need continual support. In-home care and home health care are both more expensive than assisted living by $445 and $731, respectively, but they may be good options for seniors who want to remain at home. Nursing homes, with their comprehensive care, charge the most at $7,528 per month.

In-Home Care

$4,290

Home Health Care

$4,576

Adult Day Health Care

$1,327

Assisted Living Facility

$3,845

Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)

$7,528

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

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Dunwoody

Low-income seniors in Dunwoody may receive financial assistance with assisted living expenses through two Elderly and Disabled 1915(c) Medicaid Waiver programs, including the Community Care Services Program and the Service Options Using Resources in a Community Environment, or SOURCE, program. 

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

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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 Dunwoody

Dunwoody and the surrounding area are home to numerous government agencies and non-profit organizations offering help for seniors searching for or currently residing in an assisted living community. These organizations can also provide assistance in a number of other eldercare services such as geriatric care management, elder law advice, estate planning, finding home care and health and wellness programs.

To see a list of free assisted living resources in Dunwoody, please visit our Assisted Living in Georgia page.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Dunwoody

 

Dunwoody Assisted Living Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Assisted Living Facilities in Georgia are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Georgia page for more information about these laws.

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Reviews of Communities Nearby

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I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

Review of Brighton Gardens of Dunwoody

My mother moved into Brighton Gardens of Dunwoody. I think the people have been very attentive. There's a longevity of all the employees which was very telling for me. They have daily activities....

Provider response

Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience! We're thrilled to hear that your mother is enjoying her time at Brighton Gardens of Dunwoody. We take pride in our attentive and...

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Assisted Living

Riley

I visited this facility

Review of Brighton Gardens of Dunwoody

Brighton Gardens of Dunwoody was a nice facility. All the staff seemed very nice too, so that was cool. They had everything together and they were probably our top choice if everything hadn't...

Provider response

Hi Riley, thank you for your positive review of Brighton Gardens of Dunwoody. We're glad to hear that you found our community to be nice and our team to be friendly. We appreciate your feedback and...

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Raven

I visited this facility

Review of The Phoenix at Dunwoody- CLOSED

I didn't care for the tour at The Phoenix at Dunwoody. I thought the manager was odd to me. She kept changing what she had said. She gave me the impression of somebody who was going to just try to...

Provider response

Hi Raven, thank you for taking the time to let us know about your recent experience. We are disappointed to hear that you are not satisfied with your visit. Thanks for bringing this matter to our...

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