Serving as the seat of Thomas County, Thomasville sits in southwest Georgia in a region where seniors have 13 assisted living communities to choose from. Based on median costs from 2024, local seniors anticipate monthly fees of around $6,745, which runs well above the national baseline of $5,350 and the state median of $4,120.
You can learn more about assisted living facilities in and around Thomasville by reviewing the 108 reviews testimonials in our directory, which indicate a consumer satisfaction score of 3.8 out of 5 stars stars.
423 Covington Ave, Thomasville, GA 31792
3.9
(11 reviews)
"I flew in to look at communities for my grandmother. Had the pleasure of talking with Shelli for about a week before and she was there meeting me when I walked in. She was so patient and kind and guided my family and I through the steps. We are so gr..."
$4,195
135 Market St, Thomasville, GA 31792
4.0
(4 reviews)
"I liked the cleanliness and the updated decor of The Residence at Oak Grove. The rooms were adequate. They were fine. Nothing spectacular stood out to me. I did not observe any activities, but they told me what kind of activities they would have. The..."
$2,900
2022 E. PINETREE BLVD., Thomasville, GA 31792
4.1
(6 reviews)
"Woodleaf is definitely where my family member would live if we needed assisted living in Thomasville. Its Executive Director is a native of Thomasville and really is committed to being a caring partner to the community/town as well as treating all t..."
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804 S Broad St, Thomasville, GA 31792
3.0
(5 reviews)
"My Dad lives at Camilla Gardens. He has multiple medical problems along with some dementia. When I visit I see the Administrator and DON rounding. I have never met one staff member in this facility who do not go out of their way to speak and help...."
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2724 Ox Bottom, Tallahassee, FL 32312
4.0
(4 reviews)
"I went to Azalea Gardens. They were outstanding. I can easily see my mom settling in there. They offered activities for her. They offered her food that she would be interested in. The place itself was clean, attentive, and had no problem. The staff w..."
$6,900
4501 Shannon Lakes Drive West, Tallahassee, FL 32309
4.7
(14 reviews)
"Mom will be moving to Allegro. I like that the grounds are very lovely, there are a lot of trees and grass and foliage. There are lots of walkways and areas where they can go and sit outside. And it's very clean, and the person or representative that..."
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4449 Meandering Way, Tallahassee, FL 32308
4.2
(38 reviews)
"Westminster Oaks is wonderful. You can go from stage one to the end of the stage and I've followed quite a few friends that way, like you can have a big house, a little house, and you can move into assisted living and all of that. It's very alive the..."
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3011 Veterans Parkway, Moultrie, GA 31788
4.2
(4 reviews)
"The main thing I liked about Magnolia Manor South was that it was near my family and was really nice. They knew a lot of nice people. They had a lot of amenities, like transportation that would take you shopping. It was near a church and hospital. Th..."
$1,861
8213 Killearn Lakes Terrace, Tallahassee, FL 32312
4.2
(5 reviews)
"My mom has moved into Villas at Killearn Lakes. This one was highly recommended by friends of mine. It has small villas with only 12 residents in it, and I like the much smaller environment for her. They have an entryway, a large bedroom, and a large..."
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1710 South Broad Street, Cairo, GA 39828
4.0
(3 reviews)
"Magnolia Place of Cairo is very caring. The rooms is good. They have bingo, devotion, and exercise daily. They have a library and go out every other week to eat. Meals are provided in a very nice dining area. The food is good...."
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3080 Walden Road, Tallahassee, FL 32317
3.8
(7 reviews)
"Tapestry Senior Living Walden was as nice as the other place. I just didn't see any advantage, it is farther east of Tallahassee, and we were hoping to get my mother a little bit closer to us. I didn't see anything that made me feel like it was advan..."
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606 5TH AVE SE, Moultrie, GA 31768
3.5
(4 reviews)
"We love that our family member is there! She is happy and we so are happy that she is safe and happy. We couldn't ask for better people for her to be around! ..."
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301 E. Screven Street, Quitman, GA 31643
3.3
(3 reviews)
"This place is great. I have been here on many occasions. Its a nursing home and a retirement center combined. #1 The director of admissions (Kimberly) is by far the best person on the employee board. She makes you feel comfortable just by talking to ..."
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Reviewer#ET0105
5.0
Review of Legacy Village At Plantation Manor
We toured Legacy Village at Plantation Manor. They were very kind. They were very cordial. They were very thorough, nothing but kindness. You had to furnish your own rooms. The dining area was like...
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ReviewerFC112524B
2.0
Review of Southern Pines Senior Living
I wouldn't recommend Southern Pines Senior Living. It's just like all the other places. They don't do what they tell you they're going to do. They tell us that they're going to check on my mother...
Provider response
Thank you for sharing your concerns. We are truly sorry to hear about your experience and your mother's challenges at Southern Pines Senior Living. Your feedback is important, and we sincerely...
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Denise
5.0
Review of The Residence at Oak Grove
I liked the cleanliness and the updated decor of The Residence at Oak Grove. The rooms were adequate. They were fine. Nothing spectacular stood out to me. I did not observe any activities, but they...
The 2024 Genworth Cost of Care Survey puts assisted living costs in Thomasville at around $6,745 per month, which runs high compared to fees in other cities in southern Georgia. For example, in Valdosta, the baseline rate comes in at about $3,516, and in Albany, care costs trend even lower at roughly $3,013. By comparison, the state median falls thousands of dollars below the Thomasville norm at $4,120.
Thomasville
$6,745
Georgia
$4,120
The United States
$5,350
Valdosta
$3,516
Brunswick
$3,950
Albany
$3,013
Savannah
$4,438
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.
Seniors in Thomasville pay monthly assisted living fees of around $6,745. Nonresidential options tend to cost hundreds or thousands of dollars less. For example, home health care agencies charge about $4,385 for full-time services, and adult day health care facilities set a baseline rate of approximately $1,625. On the other hand, nursing home rates run well above assisted living fees at roughly $16,379 for semi-private rooms.
Home Health Care
$4,385
Adult Day Health Care
$1,625
Assisted Living Facility
$6,745
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$16,379
Note: Since data for Blairsville is unavailable, we used data for the nearest city, Tallahassee, FL, instead.
Local and regional agencies and nonprofits offer an array of free resources for seniors residing in assisted living and other senior care facilities. These resources offer various programs and services that allow seniors to retain their independence and participate in healthy and social endeavors.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Sowega Council on Aging | (800) 282-6612 | SCOA is a non-profit organization that provides services for seniors aged 60 and older in a 14-county area in southwest Georgia that includes Thomas County. Supportive programs help seniors choose the services and living arrangements that suit them best. Programs and services provided by SCOA include adult day care, meals, homemaker services, transportation, advocacy, legal services, wellness programs, computer classes, day trips, senior activities and the ombudsman program. |
| Southern Georgia Regional Commission | (229) 333-5277 | The SGRC operates the Area Agency on Aging and Aging & Disability Resource Connection for the cities and counties in southern Georgia. Programs and services include elderly legal assistance, personal care services, wellness programs, nutrition services, coordinated transportation and volunteer opportunities. |
| South Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program | (800) 282-6612 | The South LTC Ombudsman Program strives to improve the quality of life for residents of long-term care facilities, including those in assisted living. It covers 48 counties in southern Georgia and investigates and tries to resolve complaints impacting residents within this service area. Ombudsmen also provide information about long-term care and educate faculty staff on residents’ rights. |
| Thomasville YMCA SilverSneakers | (229) 226-3446 | The Thomasville YMCA provides active adults aged 55 or older with exercise classes and equipment, health education seminars and social events through the SilverSneakers program. This program provides a fitness center membership to seniors eligible for Medicare or group retirees. |
Thomasville-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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