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

Located about 46 miles east of Atlanta and 26 miles southwest of Athens, Monroe, GA, is home to approximately 14,928 residents. Seniors aged 65 and older make up approximately 12.2% of the Monroe population or about 1,700 people. Monroe seamlessly combines all of the benefits of a thriving, urban environment with a small-town atmosphere. With antebellum architecture and some of the best antique shops in the south, Downtown Monroe is a great place to grab a bite and do some shopping at local hotspots like the Monroe Farmers Market. With the Piedmont Walton Hospital nearby, seniors have easy access to emergency health care. 

Assisted living allows seniors to preserve their independence, offering a helping hand with daily activities without sacrificing resident privacy. The average cost of assisted living in Monroe is $3,366 per month, slightly below the state median of $3,500.

This guide takes a look at life in Monroe and the pros and cons of assisted living communities in the area. Read on to learn more about the costs, benefits, drawbacks and resources available to seniors retiring in picturesque Monroe, GA.

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What to Consider About Assisted Living in Monroe

The Department of Community Health is the agency that handles licensing for assisted living facilities in Monroe. In addition to conducting original licensing inspections, it also performs routine scheduled inspections and surprise inspections to ensure all Monroe assisted living communities are meeting or exceeding state laws and regulations

Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Monroe

  • Living in Monroe is affordable, with a cost of living that is 11.4% below the national average. Seniors benefit most from the very low cost of housing, which is about half the cost of housing nationwide and 26.1 points below the average for the rest of Georgia. 
  • Air and water quality scores in Monroe are around the national average, which may not be ideal for seniors with respiratory illnesses. However, the city scores very well when looking at contaminated land, according to the EPA Superfund. 
  • Monroe is home to 87 physicians per 100,000 residents, which is well below the national average of 210 per 100,000. To balance the relatively low number of physicians, Monroe has some of the most affordable health care around, with a score of 7.5 points below the average cost. 
  • As a small town located between two larger cities, Monroe does have relatively high crime rates for both violent and property crimes. However, assisted living communities often have controlled entry, security systems and 24-hour staffing to help mitigate any risks related to local crime statistics.
  • Mild winters are a big selling point for many seniors who don’t want to deal with slippery ice and snow. Monroe has an average annual snowfall of just one inch, and even in the winter months, temperatures rarely drop below freezing. 
  • Public transportation is extremely limited, which is common in smaller towns. However, many assisted living communities offer transportation services to their residents for errands and appointments along with entertainment and social activities. Local senior centers may also offer limited transportation assistance for seniors. 

Paying for Assisted Living in Monroe

According to Genworth’s Cost of Care Survey, assisted living costs an average of $3,366 per month in Monroe. The state average is slightly higher, at $3,500 per month, $800 below the national median. 

The Cost of Assisted Living in Nearby Cities

Monroe is one of the more affordable options for assisted living in the Athens area of Georgia. Monroe seniors pay $134 less than the state average and $634 less than seniors in Atlanta. Gainesville seniors to the north pay even more at $4,263 per month. Only Macon seniors pay less at $2,730 per month. 

Monroe

$3,366

Georgia

$3,500

The United States

$4,300

Atlanta

$4,000

Gainesville

$4,263

Macon

$2,730

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

Assisted living care is one of the more affordable long-term care options for Monroe seniors. In-home services are more expensive, with homemaker costs averaging $4,052 per month and home health aides averaging $4,162. For seniors who only need care during the traditional workweek, adult day health care may be a more affordable option at $1,625 per month, when friends and family can provide care during the remainder of the week. Nursing home care is the most expensive and provides the most comprehensive level of care. Monroe seniors can expect to pay $6,266 per month for a shared room or just $304 more per month for a private room. 

Homemaker Services

$4,052

Home Health Aide

$4,162

Adult Day Health Care

$1,625

Assisted Living Facility

$3,366

Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)

$6,266

Nursing Home Facility (private room)

$6,570

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Monroe

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 Monroe

Monroe and the state of Georgia offer a variety of services designed to help seniors as they age. Services may include entertainment, wellness resources, fitness programs, transportation and help with accessing public and private benefits. 

ResourceContactService
Senior Centers(770) 267-6589The NEGRC funds several programs offered through local seniors centers. The Walton County Senior Center is centrally located in Monroe and offers seniors a place to meet for social activities or wellness classes. Some examples of available activities include walking clubs, fitness classes, hot lunch programs and transportation services.
Walton County Senior Fitness(770) 276-1604Offered by the Walton County Parks and Recreation Department, the Senior Fitness program offers classes every weekday at three locations. Monroe seniors are encouraged to participate and build health, flexibility and mobility using exercises tailored to meet the needs of people with various ability levels.
Georgia's Aging and Disability Resource Connection - NEGRC(706) 583-2546The Northeast Georgia Regional Commission is the ADRC location serving seniors in Monroe. This one-stop information center for seniors and their caregivers provides a convenient way to connect seniors with available services. Some examples of assistance programs include options counseling for seniors planning long-term care, benefits counseling for those new to Medicare/Medicaid, public assistance information and more.
Long-Term Care Ombudsman(706) 549-4850The Long-Term Care Ombudsman program is designed to act as an advocate for seniors and other residents at long-term care facilities. This program helps resolve complaints regarding care and resolve situations that don't need legal intervention.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Monroe

Monroe-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 Gerogia

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Review of The Overlook

Clean as they should be, taking care of the ones who used to take care of you.

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Review of Great Oaks Assisted Living and Memory Care

Great Oaks Assisted Living and Memory Care was very upscale and very clean. The person who gave me the tour wasn't quite knowledgeable, but they followed up with a lot of phone calls. The staff...

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Review of Rose of Sharon

Rose of Sharon was very clean and very neat (although the house itself needed a little updating). Everybody had their own room. I think there were 4 people in there at the moment and there's...

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