The 5 Best Memory Care Facilities in Columbia County, GA for 2023

Directory of Memory Care Facilities in Columbia County, GA

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Caring Star 2017

Sodalis Martinez

Provides: Memory Care
515 The Pass, Martinez, GA 30907
"I liked Sodalis Martinez quite well. The apartments were nice and clean. The only issue we had was that they had no apartments available that time. That sort of knocked them out of making a..." More

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Caring Star 2013

Brandon Wilde

Provides: Memory Care
4275 Owens Road, Evans, GA 30809
"When we were walking around Brandon Wilde, it was very nice. One of the questions I had that they would ask me was "Is your husband aggressive?" And my husband fell under that category, but he's on..." More
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Thrive at Augusta

Provides: Memory Care
313 Furys Ferry Rd, Martinez, GA 30907
" This facility is not only beautiful, it looks like a resort ! My parents will move in next week. They are so excited! The attentive personal care they will receive will also be combined with..." More

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Madison Heights Evans

Provides: Memory Care
2822 Knob Hill Farm Road, Evans, GA 30809
"Madison Heights Evans was the first place I went to and it gave me a very good guide as to how to compare the rest of the facility. It was a little smaller and I liked it. It didn't have any smell...." More

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Marshall Pines

Provides: Memory Care
743 N. Belair Road, Evans, GA 30809
"My husband will be moving to Marshall Pines, and it's the one we chose because of the atmosphere, the surroundings, the activities, and the staff. It was just everything. They were awesome. They..." More

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Caring Star 2022

Claiborne at West Lake

Provides: Memory Care
557 Furys Ferry Rd, Martinez, GA 30907
"The people and attitude here are wonderful. We had my dad elsewhere, at the "name" facility, and Claiborne was like night and day. Better..." More

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Camelia Walk

Provides: Memory Care
3949 Evans to Lock Road, Evans, GA 30809
"Camellia Walk is a premier assisted living community located in Evans, GA. Residents of Camellia Walk will receive around-the-clock care and services suited to their particular needs. The..." More

    What to Consider About Memory Care in Columbia County

    Bordered on the east and north by the Savannah River, Columbia County has a population of 151,579, with 13 percent being age 65 or older. The number of senior residents living in Georgia is expected to swell from 140,000 currently to 190,000 by 2025, and a significant portion of them may have Alzheimer's disease, requiring specialized treatment and supervision in an assisted living facility (ALF). 

    To house and safeguard seniors with dementia, ALFs must be licensed as memory care units (MCU) by the Georgia Department of Community Health, the agency that also regulates and monitors the four MCUs located in Columbia County in the cities of Evans, the county seat, and Martinez.

    • The area receives an average of 45 inches of rain annually with only one inch of snow, as opposed to the U.S. averages of 39 and 26 respectively. Summer highs reach 92, and the lows in January are around 33. Columbia County has 13 more days of sunshine yearly than the national average. These factors earned the city a Sperling's Comfort Index of 76 out of 100, which is 22 points higher than the U.S. norm.
    • The reasonable cost of living rating of 101.3 is almost identical to the state and national ratings of 100, and housing and healthcare are in the normal range also. Families may save money by staying in a moderately priced area like Columbia County.
    • Columbia County is home to world-class medical facilities in the event of medical emergencies or illness, including Doctor's Hospital and University Health Care System.
    • State tax laws favor senior citizens aged 65 and older whose Social Security payments and retirement account pension are exempt from state taxes, as is the first $65,000 of income earned annually after retirement. Seniors on a fixed income may also be attracted to property tax deductions and exemptions and the minimal 4 percent sales tax, which can vary by as much as 4.9 points, depending on the municipality.


    Paying for Memory Care in Columbia County

    Average Monthly Costs

    Counties in Georgia

    $6,775.00 Clarke County
    $6,097.00 Oconee County
    $6,030.00 Hart County
    $5,747.00 US
    $4,825.00 Lexington County
    $4,515.00 Columbia County
    $4,500.00 Richmond County
    $3,495.00 Aiken County

    Memory Care costs in Columbia County start around $4,515 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 Columbia 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 Columbia 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 Columbia County

    Columbia 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 Columbia County, please visit our Memory Care in Georgia page.

    Directory of Winners in the Columbia County Area


    Memory Care Laws and Regulations in Columbia County

    Columbia 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.

    Recent Reviews of Memory Care in Columbia County

    • Review of Madison Heights Evans

      Madison Heights Evans was the first place I went to and it gave me a very good guide as to how to compare the rest of the facility. It was a little smaller and I liked it. It didn't have any smell.... Read more

      Jill
    • Review of Sodalis Martinez

      I liked Sodalis Martinez quite well. The apartments were nice and clean. The only issue we had was that they had no apartments available that time. That sort of knocked them out of making a decisio... Read more

      Jill
    • Review of Brandon Wilde

      When we were walking around Brandon Wilde, it was very nice. One of the questions I had that they would ask me was "Is your husband aggressive?" And my husband fell under that category, but he's on... Read more

      Jill
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