Located 22 miles south of downtown Atlanta, Fayetteville, GA, offers access to 161 assisted living facilities to serve its growing senior population. In 2024, the monthly cost for this type of care sits around $4,620. Despite exceeding the state median of $4,120 by $500, local rates still fall well below the estimated national price of $5,350.
The following guide, featuring 1038 reviews reviews, offers a closer look at the area's assisted living communities. On average, facilities in the Fayetteville area receive an overall rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars out of 5 stars, exemplifying the area's commitment to providing high-quality care for its elderly residents.
936 Lanier Avenue West, Fayetteville, GA 30214
4.8
(15 reviews)
"The people at Heartis Fayetteville were quite friendly. The location is one reason why I chose them because I would be near my family. The staff was friendly. Regarding the size of the room there, I could use a larger space, but I'm going to be able ..."
$3,150
1294 Hwy 54 West, Fayetteville, GA 30214
4.3
(21 reviews)
"Oaks at Fayetteville is a nice place. I would recommend it. I didn't have much of a tour because the lady that was supposed to lead the tour was not there that day. She was supposed to be in, but she wasn't. We looked at the room and kind of looked a..."
$3,265
CARING STARS WINNER
105 Autumn Glen Circle, Fayetteville, GA 30215
4.6
(29 reviews)
"I found something that I like, and it was Azalea Estates of Fayetteville and that probably would be the one I'll go with when I'm ready to move. It was very nice. I like it. The manager was very, very nice and super good, I like her. I was very happy..."
$4,700
1507 Panola Road, Ellenwood, GA 30294
5.0
(4 reviews)
"My mom moved into Allegiance Personal Care Memory Care. The owner is very attentive. She keeps us updated constantly. I feel that my mom is very safe and well cared for. The owner is absolutely wonderful. The staff members are caring and attentive. T..."
$3,500
4595 Timber Ridge Dr, Douglasville, GA 30135
5.0
(4 reviews)
"I visited this community and it was very clean and decorated. I visited during meal service and was ablt to meet the Director of Dining, Chef Beverly. She was very considerate and knowledgeable in explaining the various diets they offer and how their..."
$3,700
6290 W Fayetteville Rd, Riverdale, GA 30296
5.0
(2 reviews)
"I visited Angels PCH LLC. It's a nice place and very clean, too. The housemaker or the house owner showed me around and told me everything. They explained the whole situation between assisted living and independent group living and whatnot. The rooms..."
$2,100
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1882 Clairmont Road, Decatur, GA 30033
5.0
(3 reviews)
"The best thing about Holbrook Decatur was it was extremely nice. The worst thing was it was expensive. It was on the upper end of the budget. The only person I met was the person that was meeting us for the tour, and they were late and they were in a..."
$5,100
75 Dutch Town Rd, Hampton, GA 30228
4.8
(14 reviews)
"My mom has been a resident for a year, and has been well loved and taken care of. Mom has dementia and can hardly remember a lot, but she remembers the staff and the love that they show her on a daily basis. She loves her room that is furnished with ..."
$2,900
100 Monarch Village Way, Stockbridge, GA 30281
4.8
(7 reviews)
"We like Beehive Homes of Stockbridge Memory Care. It was very clean. The lady who showed us around was very informative and answered our questions. I saw her in action with some of the clients there and she was very patient with them. We like the way..."
$5,000
2700 Patrick Henry Blvd, Stockbridge, GA 30281
4.8
(16 reviews)
"Oaks at Eagles Landing was beautifully decorated, and it smelled fantastic. I like the decor. They had a fish aquarium. Sometimes, just watching something like that is entertaining enough. They also have a courtyard that has a bird feeder and a litt..."
$3,500
27 Belk Rd, Newnan, GA 30263
4.7
(4 reviews)
"We toured The Haven at Newnan. The room was very nice and comfortable. When we were there, they had an activities director who was working with residents, so that was nice to see. The memory care and assisted living residents do activities together. ..."
$3,400
2051 Peachtree Road, Atlanta, GA 30309
4.7
(10 reviews)
"My mom moved to Heartis Buckhead. The staff is very attentive. They have programs that my mom will be able to participate in and socialize daily. The meals and the nutrition are excellent all day. The facility is pretty new. It's very accommodating f..."
$3,995
7493 Mt Zion Blvd, Jonesboro, GA 30236
4.6
(29 reviews)
"My mom will move into Carriage Crossing Mt. Zion. It was very pleasant. The people were very informative. It was clean, and everything was up to standards. The size of the room was good. The upkeep is very good. The dining area was very clean and san..."
$3,000
441 Prime Point, Peachtree City, GA 30269
4.5
(10 reviews)
"Overall, I was unable to come in for a tour that had a very good conversation with my name, Alek, and I left the conversation feeling very positive for my mom in the future. I'm in the very early beginning stages of research. when I called the front ..."
$4,565
4605 Timber Ridge Drive, Douglasville, GA 30135
4.5
(14 reviews)
"I toured Oaks at Douglasville. It was very clean, and the inside was all open. They had individual rooms where no one shared rooms. They had their private suite, bedroom, bathroom, and kitchenette. The dining area was like a restaurant. You can choos..."
$3,840
CARING STARS WINNER
7175 Lester Road, Union City, GA 30291
4.5
(16 reviews)
"My dad moved to Country Gardens Senior Living, which looked like an old Victorian house. There were only 40 rooms, and it was small. The staff was very personable. They kept me in the loop and were very good with the patients. They have daily activit..."
$3,030
475 Country Club Dr., Stockbridge, GA 30281
4.5
(17 reviews)
"I toured Oaks at Stockbridge. It was great. I really liked it. I liked the activities they have planned. I liked the decor of the place. It was very nice. I wish we could have done that for my in-laws, because it would be close to home. They showed u..."
$3,655
3088 Lenox Road NE, Atlanta, GA 30324
4.5
(14 reviews)
"I toured PruittPlace Buckhead, and it was a nice facility. It's clean and neat. The staff was very polite and very friendly. It's a fairly new place. The rooms looked very modern, nice, and up-to-date...."
$2,494
2100 Clairmont Lake, Decatur, GA 30033
4.5
(4 reviews)
"I have visited friends who staid in Montclair. They praised the staff, and the food. The place was always clean and a staff member would bring furniture and pictures from their condo. If I need much help in the future, I will move to Montclair...."
$5,500
5000 Governors Dr, Forest Park, GA 30297
4.5
(12 reviews)
"I visited the Governor's Glen Memory Care Community. It was well-kept. The workers were friendly and seemed to be knowledgeable about the care that they offer. The dining area was clean. They offered three meals a day with snacks. They have games tha..."
$4,000
Assisted Living
Patrick
4.0
Review of Oaks at Fayetteville
We toured Oaks at Fayetteville, and it's very clean and nice. The only problem was that my dad wanted to have access to a golf cart path. The staff was very friendly and outgoing and they spent...
Assisted Living
Jean1
1.0
Review of Azalea Estates of Fayetteville
A family member just moved out of Azalea Estates. The place was filthy. The carpets were filthy. The rooms were not clean. They clean the room with dirty mop water. They spend about 6 or 7 minutes...
Assisted Living
Margaret
4.0
Review of Oaks at Fayetteville
I toured Oaks at Fayetteville. What I liked the most was the attention and the care I saw that the residents were receiving. I found everything to be very clean and up-to-date. The atmosphere was...
Provider response
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As reported by Genworth's 2024 Cost of Care Survey, assisted living in Fayetteville costs roughly $4,620 per month. While slightly costlier than Macon's pricing of $4,595, assisted living in Fayetteville sees lower rates than in Gainesville and Augusta, at approximately $4,695 and $4,748, respectively. Those looking for less expensive care may consider Athens, with monthly rates around $3,500.
Fayetteville
$4,620
Georgia
$4,120
United States
$5,350
Gainesville
$4,695
Athens
$3,500
Augusta
$4,748
Macon
$4,595
Seniors living in the Fayetteville 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.
Fayetteville has numerous senior care options. Adult day care proves most affordable at $1,950 per month, while home care allows seniors to age in place at home for $5,053. Home health care incurs higher costs at $5,815, as it involves light medical services in addition to personal care. Nursing homes, which provide the most comprehensive care and supervision, have a monthly expense of $8,213.
In-Home Care
$5,053
Home Health Care
$5,815
Adult Day Health Care
$1,950
Assisted Living Facility
$4,620
Nursing Home Facility (semi-private room)
$8,213
Note: Data for Fayetteville was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Atlanta, was used instead.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Northwest Georgia Agency on Aging | 800-759-2963 | This is a state-funded agency with the mission of helping seniors preserve their independence by offering help with transportation and meal delivery. It runs health screenings and seminars about topics that affect seniors, including early warning signs of dementia and signs of a heart attack or stroke. Other programs include resources to prevent fraud and elder abuse. It also funds senior citizens centers and offers respite services and training for caregivers. |
| Georgia Long Term Care Ombudsman Program | (866) 552-4464 | The long-term care ombudsman service advocates for the needs of residents in long-term homes, including assisted living. They take complaints filed by residents and address these concerns. Ombudspersons also help seniors and their families evaluate the merits of different assisted living communities in their area. |
| Atlanta Legal Aid Society | (404) 524-5811 | Local attorneys offer free or low-cost legal assistance in civil matters to seniors who qualify. They can handle cases of elder abuse or neglect and fraud as well as landlord-tenant disputes. Other matters include helping seniors file for divorce or bankruptcy and draft wills, living wills, trusts and durable powers of attorney. |
| Georgia Department of Veterans Services | (404) 656-2300 | Military veterans and their surviving spouses can receive help obtaining their benefits from the US Department of Veterans Affairs. VA representatives can help vets file for benefits, including the Aid & Attendance grant, which can help pay for assisted living. They can also help veterans file claims with the VA and appeal decisions made by that body. |
| Focus GA Equipment Lending Service | (770) 234-9111 | Seniors who need durable medical equipment, such as wheelchairs or showering chairs, may indefinitely borrow from the lending service. This is an association of different agencies that have loan closets of lightly used, donated items. |
Fayetteville-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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