Savannah is a city of approximately 144,000 people, bordered to the north by the Savannah River and by the Atlantic Ocean to the east. Its historic district is a place of neatly landscaped parks, horse-drawn carriages and pre-civil war buildings of stone and wrought iron. Savannah is also home to one of the oldest city markets in the country, which is a must for seniors who enjoy browsing in exclusive stores and dining in fine restaurants.
No senior wants to relinquish their autonomy, but some tasks become more difficult with age. Assisted living communities offer a solution. They are places where seniors live mostly independent lives while daily chores, such as cooking and cleaning, are taken care of by trained staff. Many facilities also provide 24/7 security. According to the 2020 Genworth Cost of Care Survey, seniors can expect to pay in the region of $3,500 for an assisted living placement in Savannah. That’s the average monthly fee for Georgia and $800 below the national average of $4,300.
Assisted living fees are considered more carefully in this guide, as are the pros and cons of living in Savannah. There’s also a list of resources for seniors and their families.