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

Fayetteville is a suburb of Atlanta, Georgia, a huge metro area in the Peachtree state. With a population of almost 18,000, the town is located far enough away from the city center to preserve more of a small-town feel, yet it’s close to Atlanta’s medical care and entertainment. Approximately 19% of Fayetteville’s seniors are 65 or older, and many of these individuals may consider their long-term care options. As people get older, their ability to live independently can diminish. Assisted living homes bridge the gap between living independently at home and in a nursing home.

In Fayetteville, the average monthly cost for assisted living is $4,000 per month, which is on par with the national average of $4,300. This includes a private apartment for each resident, three meals a day and light housekeeping and linen services. Many assisted living communities have activity directors who plan different weekly events for residents, including fitness classes, games and music and choral programs.

This guide covers the cost of assisted living in Fayetteville and nearby cities and gives an overview of the benefits and drawbacks of retiring here. There is also a list of free resources in the area for seniors and their families.

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What to Consider About Assisted Living in Fayetteville

The Georgia Department of Community Health issues licenses for assisted living communities. Licensure is contingent on passing regular inspections for cleanliness and livability. Community health inspectors also check the certifications of staff members, including the nurses and CNAs.

Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Fayetteville

  • The cost of living in Fayetteville is a little higher than the national average — 107.3 compared to 100. Health care, at 92, is the lowest category for the cost of living, which seniors with chronic medical conditions may appreciate. 
  • Georgia is fairly tax-friendly toward retirees, as there is no tax on social security income and there is a deduction of up to $65,000 for other types of retirement income. Plus, the state sales tax and property tax rates are fairly moderate, and seniors don’t have to worry about estate or inheritance taxes. 
  • Violent crime rates in Fayetteville are lower than the national average — 14.6 compared to 22.7. However, property crime rates are nearly 10 points higher than the national average, at 44.6 compared to 35.4. Seniors should take precautions when out and about but can rest easy knowing that assisted living homes have security. 
  • Weather in Fayetteville is generally pleasant, with 220 days of sunshine per year and a rating of 7.5/10 on the annual BestPlaces Comfort Index. July high temperatures average about 90 degrees. Winters are mild, with about two inches of snow per year and January lows of 32 degrees. 
  • As part of the greater Atlanta metro area, Fayetteville shares the city’s status as a member of the AARP Network of Age-Friendly Communities. The AARP rates cities across the country on how amenable they are for senior citizens. Considerations such as accessibility of resources and programs that benefit the elderly are part of this designation. 

Paying for Assisted Living in Fayetteville

The monthly cost for assisted living in Fayetteville, according to Genworth’s Cost of Care Survey, is $4,000 per month. This is a few hundred dollars less than the U.S. average of $4,300 per month but higher than the Georgia state average of $3,500. 

The Cost of Assisted Living in Nearby Cities

Comparing Fayetteville to other Georgia cities, it’s the most expensive. Columbus is the closest at $3,650 per month, with Savannah not far behind at $3,500. Macon is the least expensive ($2,730), and Augusta is about $1,000 less than Fayetteville ($3,090). 

Fayetteville

$4,000

Georgia

$3,500

The United States

$4,300

Columbus

$3,650

Savannah

$3,500

Augusta

$3,090

Macon

$2,730

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

Assisted living isn’t the only long-term care option for Fayetteville seniors. Those with ongoing medical concerns may be better served in a nursing home with more intensive medical care. A semiprivate room is $6,950 and a private one is $7,559. Adult day health care, at $1,300 per month, is ideal for seniors who need help on the weekdays. Elderly Fayetteville residents aging in place at home may opt for homemaker services, at $4,147 per month to help with chores, meal preparations and tasks of daily living, or a home health aide, at $4,195 per month, for light medical care in the home. 

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: Care cost data for Fayetteville was not available, so data for the closest city, Atlanta, was used instead.

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Fayetteville

Seniors living in the Fayetteville area can apply for funding from one of two Medicare Programs: to help cover various expenses: Service Options Using Resources in a Community Environment (SOURCE) and the Community Care Service Program (CCSP). However, these are only available to qualifying individuals, and they must need certain levels 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 Fayetteville

Fayetteville and the Atlanta area administrate several programs to enhance the lives of older area residents. Some programs help seniors apply for government benefits and health care, while others focus on improving their physical health and increasing their opportunities for socialization. Many of these organizations offer their services for free.

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Northwest Georgia Agency on Aging

800-759-2963

This is a state-funded agency with the mission of helping seniors preserve their independence by offering help with transportation and meal delivery. It runs health screenings and seminars about topics that affect seniors, including early warning signs of dementia and signs of a heart attack or stroke. Other programs include resources to prevent fraud and elder abuse. It also funds senior citizens centers and offers respite services and training for caregivers.

Georgia Long Term Care Ombudsman Program

(866) 552-4464

The long-term care ombudsman service advocates for the needs of residents in long-term homes, including assisted living. They take complaints filed by residents and address these concerns. Ombudspersons also help seniors and their families evaluate the merits of different assisted living communities in their area.

Atlanta Legal Aid Society

(404) 524-5811

Local attorneys offer free or low-cost legal assistance in civil matters to seniors who qualify. They can handle cases of elder abuse or neglect and fraud as well as landlord-tenant disputes. Other matters include helping seniors file for divorce or bankruptcy and draft wills, living wills, trusts and durable powers of attorney.

Georgia Department of Veterans Services

(404) 656-2300

Military veterans and their surviving spouses can receive help obtaining their benefits from the US Department of Veterans Affairs. VA representatives can help vets file for benefits, including the Aid & Attendance grant, which can help pay for assisted living. They can also help veterans file claims with the VA and appeal decisions made by that body.

Focus GA Equipment Lending Service

(770) 234-9111

Seniors who need durable medical equipment, such as wheelchairs or showering chairs, may indefinitely borrow from the lending service. This is an association of different agencies that have loan closets of lightly used, donated items. 

ResourceContactService
Northwest Georgia Agency on Aging800-759-2963

This is a state-funded agency with the mission of helping seniors preserve their independence by offering help with transportation and meal delivery. It runs health screenings and seminars about topics that affect seniors, including early warning signs of dementia and signs of a heart attack or stroke. Other programs include resources to prevent fraud and elder abuse. It also funds senior citizens centers and offers respite services and training for caregivers.


Georgia Long Term Care Ombudsman Program(866) 552-4464

The long-term care ombudsman service advocates for the needs of residents in long-term homes, including assisted living. They take complaints filed by residents and address these concerns. Ombudspersons also help seniors and their families evaluate the merits of different assisted living communities in their area.


Atlanta Legal Aid Society(404) 524-5811

Local attorneys offer free or low-cost legal assistance in civil matters to seniors who qualify. They can handle cases of elder abuse or neglect and fraud as well as landlord-tenant disputes. Other matters include helping seniors file for divorce or bankruptcy and draft wills, living wills, trusts and durable powers of attorney.


Georgia Department of Veterans Services(404) 656-2300

Military veterans and their surviving spouses can receive help obtaining their benefits from the US Department of Veterans Affairs. VA representatives can help vets file for benefits, including the Aid & Attendance grant, which can help pay for assisted living. They can also help veterans file claims with the VA and appeal decisions made by that body.


Focus GA Equipment Lending Service(770) 234-9111

Seniors who need durable medical equipment, such as wheelchairs or showering chairs, may indefinitely borrow from the lending service. This is an association of different agencies that have loan closets of lightly used, donated items. 


Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Fayetteville

Fayetteville-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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Review of Oaks at Fayetteville

I toured Oaks at Fayetteville. What I liked the most was the attention and the care I saw that the residents were receiving. I found everything to be very clean and up-to-date. The atmosphere was...

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Lucinda

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Review of Oaks at Fayetteville

The rooms at Oaks at Fayetteville were nice size. It was just the layout of the facility was kind of confusing, like when walking through the halls and which corridor you were on, but they seemed...

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Lucinda - thank you for taking the time to leave a review of your community experience.

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Willie

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Review of Heartis Fayetteville

Heartis Fayetteville was extremely well kept, maintained, and the layout was just excellent with all the programs that they were offering for seniors. We were very impressed with the spaciousness...

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