
The 10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Alpharetta, GA for 2023
Also serving communities of Milton.
There are 63 Memory Care Facilities in the Alpharetta area, with 15 in Alpharetta and 48 nearby.
The average cost of memory care in Alpharetta is $4,852 per month. This is lower than the national median of $5,500. Cheaper nearby regions include Buford with an average starting cost of $4,697.
To help you with your search, browse the 93 reviews below for memory care facilities in Alpharetta. On average, consumers rate memory care in Alpharetta 3.9 out of 5 stars. Better rated regions include Johns Creek with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Caring.com has helped 15 families in Alpharetta find high-quality senior care. To speak with one of our Family Advisors about memory care options and costs in Alpharetta, call (855) 863-8283.
Directory of Memory Care Facilities in Alpharetta, GA
Atria North Point
Inspired Living at Alpharetta
Sunrise at Ivey Ridge
Village Park Alpharetta
Village Park Milton
The Oaks at Alpharetta
St. Ives Memory Care
Tapestry House Assisted Living
Tapestry House Memory Care
Legacy Ridge at Alpharetta
Arbor Terrace at Crabapple
Addington Place of Alpharetta
The Mansions at Alpharetta Assisted L...
The Crossings at Webb Bridge Road - C...
Brookdale Chambrel Roswell
Sunrise of Johns Creek
Villa Palazzo
The Holbrook of Woodstock
Heartis Suwanee
Village Park Peachtree Corners
The Memory Center Atlanta
Sunrise at East Cobb
Celebration Village Forsyth
Brighton Gardens of Dunwoody
Belmont Village Johns Creek
Towne Club Windermere
The Phoenix at Johnson Ferry
The Phoenix at Dunwoody
Sunrise of Huntcliff Summit II
The Retreat at Canton
The Landings at Norcross
Oaks at Post Road
Antebellum James Burgess
The Phoenix at Milton
The Cohen Home
Berman Commons Assisted Living & Memo...
BeeHive Homes of Woodstock
Oaks at Shiloh Point
PruittPlace Sandy Springs
Benton House of Sugar Hill Assisted L...
The Georgian Lakeside
Oaks at Suwanee Creek
The Phoenix at James Creek
The Mann House - Cumming
Historic Roswell Place
Villas at Canterfield
Vernon Springs Senior Living, LLC
Magnolia Senior Living Sugar Hill
Peachtree Villa at Suwanee - CLOSED
Arbor Terrace of East Cobb
Merrill Gardens at Woodstock
The Mansions at Sandy Springs Assiste...
Addington Place of Johns Creek
Arbor Terrace South Forsyth
Somerby Sandy Springs
Addington Place of Roswell
The Solana East Cobb
The Mansions At Sandy Springs
Vineyard Johns Creek
What to Consider About Memory Care in Alpharetta
Approximately 6,579 seniors, including those who have been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease and dementia, settle in Alpharetta due to the proximity to downtown Atlanta and the low rate of crime. The seniors in Alpharetta with cognitive issues make up just a fraction of the 140,000 individuals in the state with this type of illness.
In Alpharetta and the state of Georgia, memory care facilities are referred to as Memory Care Units (MCUs). They are specialized units in an assisted living community that provide memory care services to persons with a probable diagnosis of Alzheimer’s or other dementia.
- Alpharetta is home to world-class medical facilities, including those specializing in brain health and dementia care such as the Northside Alpharetta Medical Campus, in the event of medical emergencies or illness.
- In Alpharetta and the rest of Georgia, there are significant tax exclusions on retirement income for seniors, which leaves more money to pay for memory care. Individuals 62 to 64 have an exclusion of $35,000 per person while individuals 65 and older have an exclusion of $65,000 per person. Georgia has been named one of the tax-friendliest states for seniors.
- The cost of living in Alpharetta is 137.6, higher than both the state and the national average of 100. Seniors on a budget and those who must pay for memory care may have trouble making ends meet within the city limits.
- Winters in Alpharetta are short and mild with average January lows around 31. The city only gets around two inches of snow per year, which makes the area ideal for seniors who are trying to escape the snowy winters of the northern states. Summers are hot and humid with July highs around 88 degrees.
Paying for Memory Care in Alpharetta
Average Monthly Costs
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Memory Care costs in Alpharetta start around $4,852 per month on average, while the nationwide average cost of memory care is $5,747 per month.
It’s important to note that memory care rates in Alpharetta and the surrounding suburbs can vary widely based on factors such as location, the level of care needed, apartment size and the types of amenities offered at each community.
Financial Assistance for Memory Care in Alpharetta
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Memory Care in Georgia page.
More Ways to Pay for Memory Care
While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for memory care, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance memory care costs include:
- Veterans Benefits
- Life Insurance Policy
- Long-Term Care Insurance
- Reverse Mortgage
For more information about different ways to finance memory care, visit our Memory Care in Georgia page.
Free Memory Care Resources in Alpharetta
Alpharetta and the surrounding area are home to numerous government agencies and non-profit organizations offering help for seniors searching for or currently residing in a memory care 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 memory care resources in Alpharetta, please visit our Memory Care in Georgia page.
Memory Care Laws and Regulations in Alpharetta
Alpharetta-area memory care communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all memory care communities in Georgia are required to follow. Visit our Memory Care in Georgia page for more information about these laws.
Memory Care near Alpharetta, GA
Other Options in Alpharetta, GA
Recent Reviews of Memory Care in Alpharetta
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Review of Legacy Ridge at Alpharetta
After 3 weeks we moved our loved one from the memory center of Legacy Ridge at Alpharetta. Unfortunately, the caregivers found it acceptable to let him sleep on the floor. I found him in bed as l... Read more
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Review of Tapestry House Memory Care
I toured Tapestry House Memory Care for my husband. I liked the way it looked. It was appealing. The rooms were a little small. There was a large group of residents in front of a fireplace, and the... Read more
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Review of The Mansions at Alpharetta Assisted Living & Memory Care
My brother was at The Mansions at Alpharetta Assisted Living & Memory Care. It's the only place that would take him. They only have up to memory care there, but they are doing aging in place wi... Read more
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