The 3 Best Memory Care Facilities in Carroll County, GA for 2023
The average cost of memory care in Carroll County is $4,432 per month. This is lower than the national median of $5,354. Cheaper nearby regions include Douglas County with an average starting cost of $3,745.
To help you with your search, browse the 3 reviews below for memory care facilities in Carroll County. On average, consumers rate memory care in Carroll County 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Caring.com has helped thousands of families find high-quality senior care. To speak with one of our Family Advisors about memory care options and costs in Carroll County, call (855) 863-8283.
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Directory of Memory Care Facilities in Carroll County, GA
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What to Consider About Memory Care in Carroll County
Located at the southern border of the Appalachian Mountains, Carroll County includes the city of Carrollton, which is noted as one of the best cities to retire in Georgia. As a result, there are over 15,000 seniors who call the county home, some of whom have been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease or dementia.
Home to two memory care facilities, Carroll County helps provide care to a fraction of the 140,000 people in the state with cognitive impairments. These facilities are memory care units located within an assisted living community or personal care home. They are regulated by the Georgia Department of Community Health.
- While there are a few cities in Carroll County, like Temple and Mount Zion, that are relatively safe, the overall rate of crime for the area is greater than both the state and national average. Families with seniors living in memory care units in the area may want to inquire about the types of security measures used to keep residents safe.
- Carroll County is home to world-class medical facilities, including those specializing in brain health and dementia care such as the Tanner Medical Center, in the event of medical emergencies or illness.
- Georgia’s seniors, including those in Carroll County, get special tax breaks on retirement incomes. While the state does have an income tax, it provides a $65,000 deduction for seniors 64 and older on all types of retirement income. The state also does not tax social security income benefits (SSI).
- Over the course of the year, the average temperatures in Carroll County range from 30 to 88 degrees. In winter, the county rarely gets any snow, which may be good for seniors in memory care who enjoy being outdoors.
Paying for Memory Care in Carroll County
Average Monthly Costs
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Memory Care costs in Carroll County start around $4,458 per month on average, while the nationwide average cost of memory care is $5,525 per month.
It’s important to note that memory care rates in Carroll County 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 Carroll County
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 Carroll County
Carroll County 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 Carroll County, please visit our Memory Care in Georgia page.
Directory of Winners in the Carroll County Area
Memory Care Laws and Regulations in Carroll County
Carroll County-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.
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Recent Reviews of Memory Care in Carroll County
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Review of The Birches at Villa Rica
I looked at The Birches at Villa Rica. I was very impressed with the facility. It was a clean, calm environment. It's safe. Nobody is getting in or out that's not supposed to. The staff seemed very... Read more
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Review of Ashbrook Village
My first thought was to find something very close to me, and Ashbrook Village is 8 minutes from house. At first, I wasn't impressed when I first entered. As the staff took me further back, I was ve... Read more
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Review of Laurel Glen at Carrollton Assisted Living
The person guiding me around Laurel Glen at Carrollton Assisted Living was very helpful. The place was very clean. The few people that I saw seemed very happy. The memory care facility was an open ... Read more
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