Assisted living offers a residential option for seniors who need some help with personal care and other daily tasks but want to retain their independence. In Lilburn, the average monthly cost of assisted living is $4,000 per month, which is lower than the national average but higher than the state average.
This guide offers details about assisted living in Lilburn, such as the average assisted living costs in other Georgia cities and cost comparisons with other senior living options. It also provides several benefits and drawbacks of retiring in Lilburn and free resources for seniors at the local and county levels.
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3997 Five Forks Trickum Rd SW, Lilburn, GA, 30047
4.3
(19 reviews)
"My daughter stayed at Sunrise at Five Forks. The intake person was wonderful. She went out of her way to work with the people in the hospital to arrange for her transfer over to Sunrise. The facility itself was lovely and full of sunshine. The people..."
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186 Lockring Drive, Lilburn, GA, 30047
4.5
(2 reviews)
"Elaine's Personal Care Home was very nice and that's why I was trying to get my sister in there. We had taken measures to put her in, but things changed because of the situation with my sister. I had no problem with Elaine's. I was very impressed wit..."
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1538 Killian Hill Road, Lilburn, GA, 30047
"Killian Hill Personal Care Home, located in Lilburn, GA, offers specialized care for individuals needing hospice and respite care. This faci..."
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1375 Webb Gin House Road, Lawrenceville, GA, 30045
4.3
(35 reviews)
"I went to Sunrise at Webb Gin. The feel was fantastic. I was very impressed. Everybody who worked there was joyful. They greeted you and smiled at you. They seemed excited and happy to see you. The whole environment was just a happy, joyful place. Th..."
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5844 Lawrenceville Highway, Tucker, GA, 30084
"My husband and I moved here almost a year ago. What a loving and caring staff ! And we already found so many great friends. The food is good and there are so many fun activities. Never a dull moment around here. I would definitely recommend this plac..."
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3315 Peachtree Industrial Boulevard, Duluth, GA, 30096
"Parc at Duluth was very nice. We liked the rooms and the different services they offer. We liked the fact that my mother-in-law would get the proper care she needed for assisting her with everything that needed to be done. The staff who assisted us w..."
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1000 River Centre Pl, Lawrenceville, GA, 30043
4.0
(26 reviews)
"I like that Brookdale Lawrenceville is affordable, nice, and clean. My mom is picky, but she likes the food there. There are flavors she's not used to, but they always have something else available. They have activities like trivia, sing-alongs, boar..."
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1300 Montreal Road, Tucker, GA, 30040
4.4
(21 reviews)
"I highly recommend this location for as long as Kimberly and Nick are there. They are compassionate, professional, respectful, and go beyond what one would expect . I cannot thank them enough for the making my Dad's time there a comfortable experienc..."
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174 McConnell Drive, Lawrenceville, GA, 30045
5.0
(8 reviews)
"Legacy Personal Care Home was small, intimate, and had a very low number of people. There are only six rooms and they have 24/7 CNA care plus the owner worked as a nurse before and she's there every day. A doctor comes in about twice a week, too. I m..."
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5701 Spalding Drive, Norcross, GA, 30092
"I like the entire setup of Village Park Peachtree Corners. It is beautiful and the caregivers are very friendly and attentive. My dad's room has a nice layout and it's wheelchair accessible. They offer entertainment, arts and crafts, and group gather..."
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2060 Idlewood Road, Tucker, GA, 30084
4.7
(7 reviews)
"I toured The Phoenix at Tucker. The facility was clean and organized. The representatives that I talked with were very informative and professional. They had a variety of activities to keep your loved ones pretty busy and not just sitting. They had d..."
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460 Medlock Road, Decatur, GA, 30030
4.2
(13 reviews)
"Medlock Gardens was very nice. I met with the business manager there, Deidre. When I arrived, all the staff was very friendly and very welcoming. The facility was very pretty. It was fresh and clean. It didn't have any odors or anything. It was well-..."
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3055 Briarcliff Road N.E., Atlanta, GA, 30329
4.4
(9 reviews)
"Clean, quiet, well-maintained, a wonderful facility. Caring, attentive staff. Good food, too...."
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1260 Hambrick Court, Stone Mountain, GA, 30083
"The owner is an exceptional person! Our first meeting Ms. B informed us of how she previously cared for her residents and we wanted that same care for our mom. Her genuine spirit let me know we located the right place for our mom. Her home is immacul..."
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680 Holcomb Bridge Road, Norcross, GA, 30071
4.7
(3 reviews)
"My dad is moving here. It appears clean and appears to have a modern layout. He's on the third floor (which would be kind of a drawback), but they make rounds every two hours to check on every individual; so that helps. The rooms are adequate, and th..."
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1900 Tree Lane, Snellville, GA, 30078
4.3
(11 reviews)
"The Sheridan at Eastside was very new, very attractive, and I felt comfortable. It didn't feel like a facility, it was more of a home. The staff was very helpful, easy to work with, and prepared for questions. They had a salon, the dining area looks ..."
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730 Tab Roberts Road Northwest, Lawrenceville, GA, 30043
"I liked Anna's Private Homecare, it was beautiful, and the staff was very nice and friendly, when I walked in the door. The rooms were very nice and large, and it was very cozy looking. She had a kitchen, 2 or 3 dining areas, and a boxed-in patio. If..."
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1754 Grayson Highway, Grayson, GA, 30017
5.0
(1 reviews)
"Dogwood Forest of Grayson was very modern. It's relatively new with wide open hallways, long corridors for the residents, and a lot of seating. When I walked in, I was very comfortable. You could hear people talking and they had activities that were ..."
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1116 Allgood Road, Stone Mountain, GA, 30083
5.0
(1 reviews)
"K & W Care home is locally owned and operated by 2 Registered Nurses with over 30 years of combined Nursing experience. This six-bed home i..."
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2026 Womack Rd, Dunwoody, GA, 30338
5.0
(1 reviews)
"Conveniently located in Dunwoody, near Sandy Springs and Buckhead, Berman Commons is the newest licensed assisted living and memory care com..."
READ MOREThe Georgia Department of Community Health, Healthcare Facility Regulation Division monitors, licenses and inspects various facilities in Lilburn and throughout Georgia, including assisted living facilities. It also investigates any complaints made against these facilities and performs federal certification inspections of facilities that accept Medicaid and/or Medicare.
The average cost of assisted living in Lilburn is $4,000 per month, according to Genworth’s Cost of Care Survey. This amount is lower than the national average by $300. However, it’s higher than the state average by $500.
Lilburn’s cost is higher than some nearby cities and lower than others, but it’s still on the high end. Compared to Athens, Lilburn costs $634 more per month, and its cost is higher than Dalton’s by $412 per month. Alternately, it costs less per month than Brunswick and Gainesville but only by $124 and $263, respectively.
Lilburn
$4,000
Georgia
$3,500
The United States
$4,300
Athens
$3,366
Dalton
$3,588
Brunswick
$4,124
Gainesville
$4,263
Seniors who aren’t sure if assisted living is right for them may compare other types of senior care. Adult day health is the least expensive at $1,300 per month, and nursing home facilities are the most expensive at $6,950 for semiprivate rooms and $7,559 for private rooms. Home care is only slightly higher than assisted living, with an average cost of $4,147 for homemaker services or $4,195 for home health aide services.
Homemaker Services
$4,147
Home Health Aide
$4,195
Adult Day Health Care
$1,300
Assisted Living Facility
$4,000
Nursing Home Care (semiprivate room)
$6,950
Nursing Home Facility (private room)
$7,559
Note: Data for Lilburn was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Atlanta, was used instead.
Lilburn and the state of Georgia have two Medicaid waiver programs that assist seniors that pay for services in personal care homes with at least 24 beds. This includes the Service Options Using Resources in a Community Environment (SOURCE) and the Community Care Services Program.
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Georgia page.
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:
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Georgia page.
Seniors in Lilburn have several free resources available throughout the county to help them retain their independence. They can find services from government entities and nonprofits, including counseling, transportation and social and recreational activities.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Norcross Senior Center | (678) 225-5430 | Seniors in Lilburn have access to the Norcross Senior Center located just 3 miles away. Available services and activities support their independence and quality of life while encouraging socialization and community involvement. Activities include fitness classes, educational programs, arts and crafts, day trips and volunteer opportunities. Programs may include counseling, breakfast and lunch and transportation to and from the center. |
| Elderly Legal Assistance Program | (866) 552-4464 | The Elderly Legal Assistance Program helps seniors aged 60 and older in Lilburn and throughout Georgia with legal assistance in civil matters. ELAP lawyers help with varied situations, such as legal issues related to long-term care, housing, health care, abuse or neglect, consumer protection, income and other problems that often impact seniors. |
| Gwinnett County Senior Services | (678) 377-4150 | Gwinnett County Senior Services provides free or low-cost services and referrals for seniors aged 60 or older throughout the county, including in Lilburn, and to their spouses. Services and supports include counseling, meals, educational activities, social events and fitness classes. Seniors needing transportation but don’t require assistance receive curb-to-curb transportation anywhere inside Gwinnett County for non-emergency medical appointments. A nominal fee may be charged based on income. |
| Friends of Gwinnett Seniors | (770) 822-8775 | Friends of Gwinnett Seniors is a volunteer-operated nonprofit dedicated to keeping seniors safe and healthy. It supports Gwinnett County’s senior programming, which may include in-home assistance, nutrition programs, transportation and access to health care. |
| State LTC Ombudsman Gwinnett County Office | (678) 963-5199 | The Gwinnett County LTC Ombudsman helps residents in long-term care facilities, such as assisted living, who have complaints against their facilities. An ombudsman resolves complaints as an advocate of the resident and provides information about residents’ rights and appropriate care. They may routinely visit facilities to ensure residents know about the services available and observe the condition of these facilities. |
Lilburn-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
Joanne
3
Review of Sunrise at Five Forks
We toured Sunrise at Five Forks. The thing that I liked the least was all the workers were still wearing masks. They were friendly and they were pleasant, but I didn't have a good sense of a joyful...
Provider response
Hi Joanne, We’re sorry to hear that you did not have a positive experience. We care deeply about the safety and well-being of our residents and staff. Please contact us so that we can learn more....
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Elizabeth
5
Review of Sunrise at Five Forks
My daughter stayed at Sunrise at Five Forks. The intake person was wonderful. She went out of her way to work with the people in the hospital to arrange for her transfer over to Sunrise. The...
Assisted Living
Regina
5
Review of Sunrise at Five Forks
Sunrise at Five Forks is a very welcoming community. Streisand helped walk us through the process. She was accessible, helpful, and engaging. The staff is really fun and helpful. All of the...
Provider response
Hi Regina, It is delightful to hear that you have been satisfied with the personalized support provided to your loved one by Sunrise of Five Forks. Our team members share a common goal of enriching...
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