The 3 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Cedartown, GA for 2023
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There are 3 Assisted Living Facilities in the Cedartown area, with 2 in Cedartown and 1 nearby.
The average cost of assisted living in Cedartown is $2,900 per month. This is lower than the national median of $3,870.
To help you with your search, browse the 8 reviews below for assisted living facilities in Cedartown. On average, consumers rate assisted living in Cedartown 4.0 out of 5 stars. Better rated regions include Rome with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.
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Directory of Assisted Living Facilities in Cedartown, GA
Big Spring Village
Cedar Hill Senior Living
Renaissance Marquis
What to Consider About Assisted Living in Cedartown
Cedartown, Georgia, population 9,841, is a small town yet is close enough to metropolitan areas. Monroe is less than 20 minutes away and the Atlanta metro area is only a 45-minute drive from Cedartown. Seniors looking for assisted living in the Cedartown area have eight communities to choose from -. all of which help seniors with personal care and activities of daily living. In Georgia, assisted living facilities are called personal care homes (PCH) and are regulated and licensed by the Georgia Department of Community Health.
Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Cedartown
- The cost of living in Cedartown is 81.5, substantially lower than the U.S. average of 100. It also ranks well below the 97.9 cost of living in the Atlanta metro area. A lower cost of living index can give seniors more retirement options.
- Seniors should know the crime rate in Cedartown is higher than the national average. The violent crime rate is 63.8, as compared to the U.S. rate of 31.1. It is also higher than that of the Atlanta area's 40.5. The property crime rate in Cedartown is also higher, with a 67.9, as opposed to the nation's 38.1 and Atlanta's 49.5.
- Cedartown enjoys a warm climate. There are about 215 sunny days in the city and it only gets around an inch of snow per year. This is an excellent area for seniors who participate in outdoor activities. However, the intense heat of summer can prove to be too much for some. The July high temperature averages around 90 degrees.
- The air quality in Cedartown is 58, the same as the U.S. average. This is an important factor for seniors suffering from asthma, COPD and other respiratory illnesses.
- The sales tax rate in Cedartown is 7.0 percent. This is one percent higher than the national average. The income tax rate is 6.0 percent, which is also higher than the U.S. average of 4.6 percent. Georgia does not tax Social Security retirement benefits and does not have a state inheritance tax or estate tax.
- The Cedartown area is home to world-class medical facilities, including Polk Medical Center, in the event of medical emergencies or illness.
Paying for Assisted Living in Cedartown
Average Monthly Costs
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Assisted Living costs in Cedartown start around $2,900 per month on average, while the nationwide average cost of assisted living is $4,000 per month, according to the latest figures from Genworth’s Cost of Care Survey.
It’s important to note that assisted living rates in Cedartown 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.
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Cedartown
Georgia offers two Medicaid-based programs to help residents of assisted living with the cost of care. SOURCE (Service Options Using Resources in a Community Environment program) and CCSP (Community Care Service Program) are administered by the Georgia Health Services Network.
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Georgia page.
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 Cedartown
Cedartown and the surrounding area are home to numerous government agencies and non-profit organizations offering help for seniors searching for or currently residing in an assisted living 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 assisted living resources in Cedartown, please visit our Assisted Living in Georgia page.
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Cedartown
Cedartown-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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Recent Reviews of Assisted Living in Cedartown
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Review of Cedar Hill Senior Living
My husband is now in Cedar Hill Senior Living. I'm satisfied with them; however, I met with the director several times on things that are not being taken care of on a regular basis. My husband's ro... Read more
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Review of Cedar Hill Senior Living
Love the facility and the staff is fabulous! They go above and beyond for the residents and family members. I would highly recommend Cedar Hill to anyone looking for a home away from home for their... Read more
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Review of Cedar Hill Senior Living
Cedar Hill Senior Living Community was not really desirable to me. The staff was very unprofessional. The rooms just depended on how much money you could provide. They had activities like bingo and... Read more
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