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The 10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Gainesville, GA for 2024

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There are 12 Memory Care Facilities in the Gainesville area, with 6 in Gainesville and 6 nearby.

The average cost of memory care in Gainesville is $4,112 per month. This is lower than the national median of $5,500.

To help you with your search, browse the 87 reviews below for memory care facilities in Gainesville. On average, consumers rate memory care in Gainesville 4.12 out of 5 stars. Better rated regions include Oakwood with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars.

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Memory Care Facilities in Gainesville, Georgia

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What to Consider About Memory Care in Gainesville

Located approximately an hour northeast of downtown Atlanta, Gainesville, Georgia has a population of around 40,359 people. Close to 16 percent of the population is over the age of 65, which includes the group of seniors who suffer from Alzheimer’s disease or some other type of dementia. There are 18 memory care facilities in the area to accommodate those who require daily personal care and therapeutic activities.

Gainesville and Georgia provide tax breaks for seniors who decide to retire within the state. There are no taxes on Social Security retirement benefits and individuals over the age of 64 can take advantage of a $65,000 deduction per person on all types of retirement income. Georgia also has no state inheritance or estate tax.

Benefits and Drawbacks of Memory Care in Gainesville

  • The Gainesville area is home to world-class medical facilities, including those specializing in brain health and dementia care such as Northeast Georgia Medical Center, in the event of medical emergencies or illness.
  • Seniors in Gainesville can hold on to more of their money when paying for necessities, bills and memory care due to a low cost of living ranked at 97.9. This average is lower than both the state average and the national cost of living of 100.
  • Seniors who decide to retire in Gainesville may feel unsafe due to the high rate of crime. The overall rate is 17 percent higher than the state average and 40 percent higher than the national average. In Gainesville, seniors have a one in 26 chance of becoming a victim of any type of crime.
  • Like most cities within the state of Georgia, Gainesville has hot and muggy summers with average July highs of around 88 degrees Fahrenheit. The area rarely gets snow, as winters are short and mild with January lows around 31 degrees. The city does get around 51 inches of rain each year, which is higher than the national average of 39 inches.

Paying for Memory Care in Gainesville

Memory Care costs in Gainesville start around $4,112 per month on average, while the nationwide average cost of memory care is $5,694 per month.

It’s important to note that memory care rates in Gainesville and the surrounding suburbs can vary widely based on factors such as location, the level of care needed, apartment size and the types of amenities offered at each community.

Cities in Georgia

Sugar Hill

$5,725

Hoschton

$5,700

US

$5,694

Cumming

$4,991

Buford

$4,697

Gainesville

$4,112

Financial Assistance for Memory Care in Gainesville

Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Memory Care in Georgia page.

More Ways to Pay for Memory Care

While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for memory care, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance memory care costs include:

  • Veterans Benefits
  • Life Insurance Policy
  • Long-Term Care Insurance
  • Reverse Mortgage

For more information about different ways to finance memory care, visit our Memory Care in Georgia page.

Free Memory Care Resources in Gainesville

Gainesville and the surrounding area are home to numerous government agencies and non-profit organizations offering help for seniors searching for or currently residing in a memory care community. These organizations can also provide assistance in a number of other eldercare services such as geriatric care management, elder law advice, estate planning, finding home care and health and wellness programs.

To see a list of free memory care resources in Gainesville, please visit our Memory Care in Georgia page.

Memory Care Laws and Regulations in Gainesville

Gainesville-area memory care communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all memory care communities in Georgia are required to follow. Visit our Memory Care in Georgia page for more information about these laws.

Reviews of Communities Nearby

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Penny

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

Review of Gardens of Gainesville

So, far we have been very pleased with Gardens of Gainesville. They are very attentive to the residents. They have great activities for them that keep them moving. They have pet therapy. My dad is...

Provider response

Penny, it was wonderful to read that you've been very happy with your experience at the Gardens of Gainesville. We're glad to hear that your dad loves the food, that the breadth of activities...

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Penny

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

Review of Ashton Senior Living

I would not recommend Ashton Senior Living. When dad first got there, he was only there less than 24 hours and he fell. He ended up with three brain bleeds. They did not transport him to the...

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Memory Care

Deborah

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

Review of Ashton Senior Living

When we got to Ashton Senior Living, it seemed like the perfect fit. It was in Gainesville and in the middle of where everybody is. They have very nice rooms. You could take your own furniture....

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Memory Care Facilities near Gainesville, GA

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