Upper River PCH
130 Upper River Road, Covington, GA, 30016
"Upper River Personal Care Home is dedicated to quality and family style living. we offer home away from home-like atmosphere with the utmost..."
READ MOREMany Conyers seniors may be considering their long-term care options, including assisted living, which averages $4,000 per month, which is on par with the national average of $4,300. These long-term care homes feature private apartments and professional caregivers staffed around the clock for seniors who may need mobility assistance or help with the tasks of daily living. Meals are included, and many facilities have a robust schedule of social events.Â
This guide covers the cost of assisted living in Conyers and nearby cities, plus an overview of the benefits and drawbacks of retiring here. There is also a list of free resources in the area for seniors and their families.Â
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130 Upper River Road, Covington, GA, 30016
"Upper River Personal Care Home is dedicated to quality and family style living. we offer home away from home-like atmosphere with the utmost..."
READ MOREAssisted living communities in Conyers, as in all of Georgia, are licensed and regulated by the Georgia Department of Community Health. Licensure depends on the facility passing regular inspections for cleanliness and livability. In addition to the condition of the facility itself, the certification and professional licensure of all staff members, including nursing staff, is also verified.Â
Conyers assisted living fees average $4,000 per month, according to Genworth’s Cost of Care Survey. This is a few hundred dollars less than the U.S. average of $4,300 per month but higher than the Georgia state average of $3,500.Â
Conyers is the most expensive city for assisted living, compared to other major Georgia cities. Macon is the least expensive, $2,730 per month. Columbus ($3,650), Savannah ($3,500) and Augusta ($3,090) are also less per month than Conyers.Â
Conyers
$4,000
Fayetteville
$4,000
Georgia
$3,500
The United States
$4,300
Columbus
$3,650
Savannah
$3,500
Augusta
$3,090
Macon
$2,730
Assisted living isn’t the only option for elder care in Conyers. Many seniors may choose to age in place at home, hiring homemaker services ($4,147) or a home health aide ($4,195) to help with personal care and tasks of daily living or light medical care in their homes. People who only need extra help during the weekday may opt for adult day care services ($1,300), which offer care similar to assisted living, without the residency option. Seniors who require a higher level of care than assisted living provides may be best served with nursing home care, $6,950 per month for a semi-private room and $7,559 for a private one.Â
Homemaker Services
$4,147
Home Health Aide
$4,195
Adult Day Health Care
$1,300
Assisted Living Facility
$4,000
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$6,950
Nursing Home Facility (private room)
$7,559
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.
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.
Conyers and the greater Atlanta area offer several free resources for seniors and their families, helping seniors maintain their independence and apply for government benefits and programs they’re eligible for. Many of these programs offer one-on-one counseling and assistance to locate the right fit for assisted living and help with the transition into long-term care housing.
Resource | Contact | Service |
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Northwest Georgia Agency on Aging | (800) 759-2963 | The regional Agency on Aging is a state-funded organization that administers several programs for seniors, helping preserve their independence and connecting them with resources to meet their physical and emotional needs. The agency hosts health seminars about topics that affect seniors, such as early warning signs of dementia and fall prevention. Other programs include tips for internet fraud prevention and social programs to help seniors meet new friends. |
Georgia Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program | (866) 552-4464 | The Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program advocates for and protects the rights of residents of long-term care communities in the state. Ombudsmen assist seniors and their families in finding the right assisted living community, plus investigate complaints filed by residents of long-term communities. |
Atlanta Legal Aid Society | (404) 524-5811 | Local lawyers donate their time to those who cannot afford representation in civil matters. They draft legal documents for seniors, such as trusts to pay for long-term care or living wills to state their health desires in the event individuals cannot advocate for themselves. These attorneys also help seniors in cases of elder abuse or neglect or landlord-tenant disputes. |
Georgia Department of Veterans Services | (404) 656-2300 | Conyers military veterans may receive help applying for benefits they’re entitled to for their service, including the Aid & Attendance benefit to pay for senior care and health care support. Representatives at this agency can also help vets file claims with the VA and appeal their decisions, and surviving spouses may receive assistance applying for death benefits. |
Focus GA Equipment Lending Service | (770) 234-9111 | Seniors who cannot afford their own durable medical equipment, such as mobility aids or shower and toilet chairs, may borrow from this lending service. This is an association of different agencies that have loan closets of lightly used, donated items. |
Conyers-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
Evelyn
3
Review of The Retreat at Conyers
The Retreat at Conyers was kind of on the older style, but they were remodeling. My friend wanted something a little more up-to-date. Then they were kind of on the expensive side, too. The studio...
Provider response
Thank you for letting us know about your recent visit to The Retreat at Conyers.
Assisted Living
Dorthea
4
Review of Oaks at Conyers
Oaks at Conyers seemed to be pretty nice. I saw the people out in the lobby and they seemed to be fairly happy. The rooms were nice, but I liked the studio better than the one-bedroom. The staff...
Provider response
Dorthea - Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. It was a pleasure having you tour our community.
Assisted Living
Curtis
5
Review of The Retreat at Conyers
I toured The Retreat at Conyers. The facility was very neat and clean. The people were friendly. Their little apartments were convenient. The staff who assisted me with the tour was nice, courteous...
Provider response
We appreciate your positive review about your recent experience with us! We hope to be of service to you again in the future. Best wishes, The Retreat at Conyers