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The 5 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Griffin, GA for 2024

Griffin is a vibrant city in the Atlanta metro area with an estimated 24,000 residents, 13% of whom are aged 65 and over. The city is home to Wellstar Spalding Regional Hospital, supporting those managing health conditions, and its low cost of living and retiree-friendly taxes promote seniors’ financial stability throughout retirement.

The Griffin region also has numerous assisted living facilities, meeting the needs of seniors who need assistance with daily activities, such as personal care, meal preparation and transportation. These facilities have teams of compassionate caregivers, activities directors and chefs who create a worry-free environment for retirees. Many facilities have on-site amenities, such as beauty salons, swimming pools and fitness centers, and some have volunteer opportunities to promote an active lifestyle. On average, seniors in Griffin pay $3,845 per month for this level of care. While this exceeds the state norm of $3,535, it’s competitive compared to the national rate of $4,500.

This guide provides more insight into assisted living costs in Griffin, including how local rates compare to those in nearby cities and common ways to cover services. It also highlights some benefits and drawbacks of seeking long-term care in this community.

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What to Consider About Assisted Living in Griffin

The Georgia Department of Community Health, Healthcare Facility Regulation Division, licenses assisted living facilities in Griffin and the rest of Georgia. This department publishes an extensive set of rules these facilities must follow to promote a high standard of care for all residents. It also maintains a list of licensed assisted living facilities statewide.

Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Griffin

  • Seniors in Griffin can obtain transportation services through the Three Rivers Regional Commission Rural Public Transportation Program, which provides curb-to-curb transportation services for low one-way fares. This service is available from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on weekdays, and riders can schedule trips up to 48 hours in advance by calling (678) 588-9456.
  • The cost of living in Griffin is low, even compared to Georgia as a whole. On a 100-point index based on national living costs, the city rates 89.9, about five points below the Georgia score. This may make it a financially viable option for seniors seeking long-term care in the Atlanta metro area.
  • Georgia doesn’t have an inheritance or estate tax, and sales and property tax rates are moderate compared to national norms. Seniors don’t pay state income taxes on their Social Security benefits, and those aged 65 and over can claim a deduction of up to $65,000 to offset the taxes they owe on other retirement income. This may help seniors afford assisted living in Griffin.
  • Wellstar Spalding Regional Hospital is located in Griffin proper, providing access to inpatient and outpatient care, surgical services and 24-hour emergency care. While there are only about 100 doctors per 100,000 residents, less than half the national norm, many assisted living facilities have on-call physicians and on-site wellness and therapy centers where residents can obtain basic medical care.
  • Crime occurs more commonly in Griffin than in a typical U.S. city, making assisted living a preferred alternative to living alone. On a 100-point crime index, the city surpasses the national violent crime score of 22.7 and property crime score of 35.4, with local respective ratings coming in at 49.5 and 88.8. Fortunately, assisted living facilities provide services, such as escorted transportation, to promote residents’ safety.
  • Summers in Griffin are typically hot, with high average temperatures near 90 degrees. However, daytime temperatures are considerably milder throughout the rest of the year, ranging from 55 to 81 degrees. Many assisted living facilities have outdoor common areas and activities throughout the year, making it easy to enjoy the local weather.

Paying for Assisted Living in Griffin

In Griffin, seniors pay approximately $3,845 per month for assisted living.

The Cost of Assisted Living in Nearby Cities

Assisted living rates in Griffin are moderate compared to state and national norms, with residential facilities in this city charging approximately $3,845 per month for care. This is about $300 higher than Georgia’s typical rate, but it comes in about $650 below the national average. Rates in nearby Gainesville are comparable at $3,893, and in Rome, care costs are hundreds of dollars higher at $4,293. On the other hand, seniors may save money by opting for care in Dalton, where rates are $445 less than in Griffin, or Macon, where monthly care costs are significantly lower at $2,860.

Griffin

$3,845

Georgia

$3,535

United States

$4,500

Rome

$4,293

Dalton

$3,400

Gainesville

$3,893

Macon

$2,860

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

With monthly fees coming in at $3,845, assisted living is one of the most budget-friendly senior care options available in Griffin. Residential care costs hundreds of dollars less than nonmedical in-home care, which provides a similar scope of custodial services in the individual’s home for $4,290. Home health care, which includes personal care and skilled nursing services, costs about $730 more than assisted living, and nursing home care costs about twice the monthly rate with fees for semiprivate accommodations at $7,528. Only adult day health care, which doesn’t include housing, is more economically priced at $1,327.

In-Home Care

$4,290

Home Health Care

$4,576

Adult Day Health Care

$1,327

Assisted Living Facility

$3,845

Nursing Home Facility (semi private room)

$7,528

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Griffin

Medicaid covers the costs of living in a nursing home in Georgia, in addition to limited assistance for personal care. Medicaid waivers are also available for providing elderly care assistance, although they have a limited enrollment.

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

Financial Assistance in Georgia

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 Griffin

Griffin 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 Griffin, please visit our Assisted Living in Georgia page.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Griffin

Griffin Assisted Living Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Assisted Living Facilities in Georgia are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Georgia page for more information about these laws.

Laws and Regulations in Georgia

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