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

Smyrna is an affluent city in Cobb County, located only 20 minutes northwest of downtown Atlanta. It has a population of 55,663, excellent public transportation facilities, favorable weather conditions for seniors and below-average health care costs. It also has low rates of violent crime. Popular attractions include the Smyrna Handmade Market, where seniors can often be found browsing through bric-a-brac created by local craftspeople. The city has enough parks to suit all tastes, from gentle strolls around the arboretum and pond behind the Village Green Community Center to hiking and taking in local history at Taylor-Brawner Park.

Independent-minded seniors in Smyrna who need a little help with common tasks, such as making meals, may like to consider assisted living as the next step on their life journey. These facilities take care of everyday chores, such as housekeeping and laundry, freeing up seniors’ time to enjoy their retirements. Many include 24/7 security and limited medical support. Typical fees in Smyrna are $4,000 per month, which is about 13.3% above the state average.

This guide delves into senior living costs in Smyrna and weighs up the advantages and disadvantages of the city. It also lists some resources for seniors.

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What to Consider About Assisted Living in Smyrna

Healthcare Facility Licensure is a division within the Georgia Department of Community Health. It has the power to inspect, monitor and license assisted living facilities in the state. It also conducts federal certification inspections in facilities that participate in Medicare and Medicaid programs and has the power to revoke licenses and certifications if facilities fail to comply with standards. 

Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Smyrna

  • According to Sperling’s Best Places, the average cost of living in Smyrna is higher than the state and national averages. Using 100 as the national average, Smyrna scores 111.5, with housing and transportation costs being the primary reasons. However, of more interest to seniors considering assisted living is the city’s health care cost score of 91.8, which is below the state and national averages.
  • Generally speaking, Smyrna is a safe place to live. Most neighborhoods, excluding those to the north, record below-average crime, although property crime is about the same as the state and the country averages. However, instances of violent crime are much less common – almost half the average for Georgia and the United States.
  • Three major hospitals serve the residents of Smyrna, including Kennestone Hospital, ranked #7 in Georgia by U.S. News & World Report and nationally ranked for its rehabilitation treatments. Medicare beneficiaries may like to know that the city also boasts 109 physicians registered to treat them, including surgeons, emergency doctors and psychiatrists.
  • Smyrna receives 15 inches more rain per year than the U.S. average of 38. However, it also gets 15 more sunny days and very little snow. In January, the dial can sit at freezing for a while, so it’s prudent for seniors to be more careful when outdoors. For most of the year, however, the weather is favorable, with summer highs regularly reaching a pleasant 88 degrees.
  • MARTA is the primary transportation network in Greater Atlanta, providing buses, streetcars, trains and paratransit options to help seniors travel throughout the surrounding counties. Medicare beneficiaries can apply for a Reduced Fare Program card to get low-cost travel on trains and buses and MARTA Mobility members receive a door-to-door service if they are unable to use fixed-route services. An option for seniors attending medical appointments is MET (Medical Escort Transportation), where volunteer drivers working with Lifespan, a local nonprofit, drive seniors to medical facilities in and around Cobb County.

Paying for Assisted Living in Smyrna

The 2020 Genworth Cost of Care Survey found that the typical senior in Smyrna pays $4,000 per month for assisted living. Although this is $500 more than the state average, it’s also $300 below the typical fee paid across the country. 

The Cost of Assisted Living in Nearby Cities

Despite being above Georgia’s average of $3,500, Smyrna’s typical costs are not the most expensive in the region. Seniors in Gainesville are more likely to pay around $4,263 for their assisted living care, an annual increase of $3,156 when compared to Smyrna. More affordable cities are nearby, however. In Athens, costs are more likely to be $3,366, while in Rome, they’re $3,088.

Smyrna

$4,000

Georgia

$3,500

The United States

$4,300

Athens

$3,366

Gainesville

$4,263

Rome

$3,088

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

Seniors fit enough to attend adult day centers can get care for around $1,300 per month. Home care costs substantially more, at $4,147, with home health care adding another $48 to the fee. Assisted living, despite offering accommodation and care, is more affordable than both types of home care. Nursing homes have the least affordable fees, with an average semiprivate room costing $6,950 and a private room $7,559.

Home care

$4,147

Home health care

$4,195

Adult day health care

$1,300

Assisted living

$4,000

Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)

$6,950

Nursing Home Facility (private room)

$7,559

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Smyrna

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.

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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 Smyrna

Seniors residing in Smyrna and Cobb County can benefit from many free and low-cost resources. These include counselors who provide advice on how to meet care costs, ombudsmen who advocate for seniors concerned about their care and local groups who help older citizens integrate with the community. The following are some examples of what’s available.

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Retired & Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP)(770) 538-2650RSVP is a program that connects volunteers aged 55 and over with local nonprofits and government agencies in their area, enabling seniors to help their communities and put their free time to good use. Volunteers decide how much time they can spare, from working most days of the week to just a few times a year. Assignments vary between areas, with some common examples being meal deliveries to housebound seniors and mentoring younger members of the community.
Long-Term Care Ombudsman(404) 627-1057Georgia seniors residing in assisted living facilities in dispute with the owners and managers can contact the Long-Term Care Ombudsman for support. The ombudsman will investigate the senior's complaint and seek to resolve it with the facility. Families of residents and third parties can also register complaints with the ombudsman. Complaints that allege criminal behavior, such as neglect, are passed on to the appropriate authorities.
Georgia Department of Veterans Service(770) 528-3261U.S. military vets, and their spouses, can contact the Georgia Department of Veterans Services to get help identifying and applying for an array of local, federal and veteran benefits. These can include the VA Aid and Attendance benefit, which can be used to cover some residential care costs. The department can also help seniors apply for tax exemptions, renew driving licenses and access their military records.
Freeman Poole Senior Center(770) 801-3400The Freeman Poole Senior Center provides a way for seniors to meet, socialize, maintain health and learn new skills with their peers. Most classes incur a cost and typically run for 1-3 months, depending on the subject. Fitness classes include tai-chi, gentle yoga and a cardio class fused with other types of workouts. Learning classes include painting and guitar. Woven into the center's learning and fitness activities are a range of competitive games, such as table tennis, chess, billiards and bridge.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Smyrna

Smyrna-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

Reviews of Communities Nearby

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Joan

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

Review of Delmar Gardens of Smyrna

My dad's room at Delmar Gardens of Smyrna is very nice. It's updated, modern, and clean. I saw their whole activities and they have various activities every day between bingo, games, and ice cream...

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Angela

I visited this facility

Review of The Cambridge

The Cambridge was nice and clean. The staff was wonderful. The tour was nice. The guy that gave us the tour was very nice and wanted to make sure we got what we wanted. They only have studios...

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Donna

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

Review of Delmar Gardens of Smyrna

My mother is already in Delmar Gardens of Smyrna. They offer everything, it's a very nice place and well-designed, so it's easy for the residents to get around. They have regular meals and they've...

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