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Assisted Living Communities in Savannah, GA
Located on the Savannah River, about 20 miles upriver from the Atlantic Ocean, the seaport...
city of Savannah offers diverse senior care solutions, including assisted living facilities within its limits and more in its suburban communities. The 2024 baseline cost of residential care in this city comes in around $4,438 per month. This tracks about $320 over the Georgia median but offers around $900 in savings over the U.S. norm.
We provide a first-hand look at the quality of assisted living facilities in our directory, which includes 355 reviews consumer reviews and indicates a typical satisfaction score of 4.6 out of 5 stars stars.
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Michael
5.0
Review of The Social at Savannah
We have put my sister-in-law into The Social at Savannah. Everything is working fine. I like the environment. The staff is very friendly, very involved in day-to-day activities, and very...
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R Starks
5.0
Review of Buckingham South Assisted Living
My mom chose Buckingham South because she knew quite a few residents at that time and they highly recommended them. I'm glad she did because she got high quality care and I had peace of mind with...
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Laura
5.0
Review of Harmony at Savannah
We visited Harmony at Savannah's assisted living for my brother-in-law. I like the way it was set up, the design, and the cleanliness. Everybody was very friendly, courteous, and professional. They...
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The Cost of Assisted Living in Savannah, GA and Nearby Cities
The 2024 Genworth Cost of Care Survey shows that assisted living costs in Savannah come to roughly $4,438 monthly, exceeding Georgia’s norm of approximately $4,120 but offering around $900 in savings over the nationwide median. In nearby cities, rates tend to run lower, with facilities in Albany charging around $3,013 monthly and seniors in Warner Robins paying about $2,900 for residential care.
Savannah
$4,438
Georgia
$4,120
United States
$5,350
Brunswick
$3,950
Valdosta
$3,516
Albany
$3,013
Warner Robins
$2,900
Paying for Assisted Living
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Savannah
Eligible seniors can apply for financial assistance with assisted living in Savannah through two state-operated programs: Service Options Using Resources in a Community Environment (SOURCE) and the Community Care Service Program (CCSP). Both of these are Medicaid waiver programs and subject to availability.
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.
The Cost of Other Types of Senior Living in Savannah, GA
At about $4,438, assisted living costs compare favorably to fees for most other senior care solutions in Savannah. For example, seniors who schedule home health care services pay roughly $1,660 more per month for services, while those who need intensive care pay around $7,939 for nursing home care. However, adult day health care costs run lower at approximately $2,925 per month.
In-Home Care
$5,720
Home Health Care
$6,101
Adult Day Health Care
$2,925
Assisted Living Facility
$4,438
Nursing Home Facility (semi-private room)
$7,939
Free Assisted Living Resources in Savannah
The following resources include examples of how seniors and their families can get financial help to make assisted living a more affordable option, as well as where to go when help is needed.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| VA Aid and Attendance Benefits | (912) 435-9748 | U.S. military veterans living in residential care facilities can apply for the VA Aid and Attendance benefit, which is also available to their spouses. The monthly benefit is included with the VA pension and is unique to the individual. Maximum payments are $1,881 for a single vet, $1,209 for a surviving spouse and $2,230 for a couple. VeteranAid.org provides a useful free tool on their website for seniors unsure if they qualify. |
| GeorgiaCares | (866) 552-4464 | Administered by the Division of Aging Services, GeorgiaCares is a free program for adults aged 64 and over who are Medicare beneficiaries or need help with enrolling. Seniors can confidentially discuss their current levels of coverage with trained counselors, who can then advise them on their options, including additional Medicare plans that deal with shortfalls. Although these plans may include private health care insurance, the counselors will not try to sell plans. Their role is to provide seniors with the information they need to make more informed choices |
| Georgia Medicaid – Long-Term Services and Supports | (404) 657-5468 | Although Medicaid can’t cover the costs of room and board in assisted living facilities, there are waiver programs that may cover some associated costs, such as medications and transportation to medical appointments. The Community Care Services Program (CCSP) is available to seniors who can provide evidence that they’re residents of Georgia, are U.S. citizens (or legal residents) and that their income and assets are below the thresholds. Additionally, seniors must show that their chosen type of care is the most appropriate for their needs. |
| Long-Term Care Ombudsman | (912) 367-4866 | The Long-Term Care Ombudsman is an advocate for the rights of seniors in residential care communities. Seniors, their families and third parties can raise concerns about facilities, which the ombudsman will investigate. Depending on the nature of the complaint, the ombudsman will either seek to resolve it with the facility’s owners or refer it to a more suitable authority. |
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Savannah
Savannah-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.
