Senior Care America III
4606 Mcever Rd, Oakwood, GA, 30566
"The Senior Care America is a senior living community focusing on all the primary needs of each individual resident while promoting independe..."
READ MORESome older adults in Buford who have difficulty performing activities of daily living choose to move into assisted living facilities. These communities offer room and board for seniors and are staffed by professional caregivers who support the everyday needs of residents. Their duties include everything from light housekeeping to medication reminders. According to Genworth’s Cost of Care Survey for 2020, the average cost for assisted living in Buford is $4,263 per month.
This guide gives seniors and their families a more detailed picture of assisted living in Buford. Cost comparisons are offered for different cities and types of care, and links to numerous free or low-cost resources that improve lives for seniors are provided.
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4606 Mcever Rd, Oakwood, GA, 30566
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According to the Genworth Finacial 2020 Cost of Care Survey, assisted living in Buford costs an average of $4,263 per month. This cost is similar to the national average of $4,300 but higher than the Georgia state average of $3,500.
Atlanta, the state’s capital and largest city, comes close to Buford’s cost but is still less expensive at $4,000 per month. The college town of Athens is much cheaper than Buford at $3,366, and the city of Dalton has an average cost of just $3,588. The least expensive city is Rome, with an estimated cost of $3,088 per month.Â
Buford
$4,263
Georgia
$3,500
The United States
$4,300
Atlanta
$4,000
Athens
$3,366
Dalton
$3,588
Rome
$3,088
Assisted living in Buford is neither the least or most expensive type of senior care. Some families save money by using adult day care services. While there is currently no pricing data for this type of care in Buford, the Georgia average is $1,355. Homemaker services and home health aides both cost an average of $4,385 per month. Due to the high level of care, nursing homes cost the most at $6,388 for a semiprivate room and $6,692 for a private room.
Homemaker Services
$4,385
Home Health Aide
$4,385
Assisted Living Facility
$4,263
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$6,388
Nursing Home Facility (private room)
$6,692
Seniors living in the Buford area can apply for funding from one of two Medicare Programs: to help cover various expenses: Service Options Using Resources in a Community Environment (SOURCE) and the Community Care Service Program (CCSP). However, these are only available to qualifying individuals, and they must need certain levels of care.
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.
Local, state and federal governments provide many resources for seniors in Buford who are either in assisted living communities or are looking to transition to one. These resources can help families obtain benefits, find recreational programs or report incidents of abuse.
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Contact
Service
(678) 225-5367
The Buford Senior Center aims to enhance the lives of older adults in the community through art classes, recreational activities, crafting courses, fitness activities and excursions. To participate in activities, seniors must sign up for a membership. The only requirements are to be 60 or over and a resident of Gwinnett County. Transportation between the Buford Senior Center and local assisted living communities is available.Â
Atlanta Regional Commission Aging Division
(404) 463-3333
Buford seniors looking for assisted living or already in a community can contact their local area agency on aging for the Atlanta area to connect with a variety of helpful services. The agency operates Empowerline, an online resource with a wealth of information about local businesses and nonprofits. They also offer care coordination services, legal assistance, transportation and caregiver support.
(706) 549-4850
The LTCO advocates for the rights of residents in assisted living communities by addressing complaints, providing educational opportunities and monitoring facilities. For seniors or families having trouble finding a community, the ombudsman can coordinate living arrangements in a personal care home that meets their specific needs. The Ombudsman program that serves seniors in Buford is part of the Athens Community Council on Aging.Â
(678) 442-3082
The Vet Center in Lawrenceville can help Buford vets, as well as their surviving spouses and dependents, access benefits that can pay for assisted living. Seniors unable to afford assisted living on their regular pension may be eligible for additional Aid & Attendance benefits. To qualify, applicants must be 65 or older, meet certain income requirements and require assistance with daily activities. The Lawrenceville Vet Center is located just 12 miles from Buford.
Resource | Contact | Service |
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Buford Senior Center | (678) 225-5367 | The Buford Senior Center aims to enhance the lives of older adults in the community through art classes, recreational activities, crafting courses, fitness activities and excursions. To participate in activities, seniors must sign up for a membership. The only requirements are to be 60 or over and a resident of Gwinnett County. Transportation between the Buford Senior Center and local assisted living communities is available. |
Atlanta Regional Commission Aging Division | (404) 463-3333 | Buford seniors looking for assisted living or already in a community can contact their local area agency on aging for the Atlanta area to connect with a variety of helpful services. The agency operates Empowerline, an online resource with a wealth of information about local businesses and nonprofits. They also offer care coordination services, legal assistance, transportation and caregiver support. |
Long-Term Care Ombudsman | (706) 549-4850 | The LTCO advocates for the rights of residents in assisted living communities by addressing complaints, providing educational opportunities and monitoring facilities. For seniors or families having trouble finding a community, the ombudsman can coordinate living arrangements in a personal care home that meets their specific needs. The Ombudsman program that serves seniors in Buford is part of the Athens Community Council on Aging. |
Lawrenceville Vet Center | (678) 442-3082 | The Vet Center in Lawrenceville can help Buford vets, as well as their surviving spouses and dependents, access benefits that can pay for assisted living. Seniors unable to afford assisted living on their regular pension may be eligible for additional Aid & Attendance benefits. To qualify, applicants must be 65 or older, meet certain income requirements and require assistance with daily activities. The Lawrenceville Vet Center is located just 12 miles from Buford. |
Buford-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.
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Hailey
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Review of Wickshire South Lee Buford
Everyone at Wickshire South Lee Buford was very nice. It looked like they had partial updates, but the rooms were still very dated. Their staff was very friendly. I witnessed the activities...
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Beth
4
Review of Charter Senior Living of Buford
We chose Charter Senior Living of Buford for my dad because of its location. We also targeted that area because we needed speech therapy. As it turns out, the company they have a contract with did...
Provider response
Hi Beth, thank you for sharing your positive experience! We're glad to hear we delivered such a great experience. If there's anything further we can do for you, we are happy to help!
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M.Bailey
5
Review of Charter Senior Living of Buford
My dad moved into the community in August 2021. He enjoyed his apartment. He had plenty of room for all of the things he liked to tinker with during the day. My dad only lived at Charter...
Provider response
We're happy to hear you had such a positive experience with our team and our community. We appreciate the positive review and the recommendation!