5 Memory Care Facilities near Conyers, GA

Conyers, Georgia, has a population of just over 16,000 individuals, and approximately 11 percent of them over the age of 65. With over 140,000 seniors in the state of Georgia diagnosed with Alzheimer’s or dementia, and a generous state tax exclusion, Conyers is an excellent place for seniors with memory care issues to retire and find the right treatment program. 

The Conyers area has 15 memory care facilities which provide specialized services and room and board for those who have been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease or dementia. These facilities are most commonly known as Memory Care Units (MCUs) and are specialized units within assisted living facilities and personal care homes that provide residents help with daily living and therapeutic activities.

• The city of Conyers is home to world-class medical facilities, including those specializing in brain health and dementia care such as Piedmont Rockdale, in the event of medical emergencies and illness.
• The cost of living in Conyers is 102.1, which is slightly higher than both the state and the national average of 100. Living in Conyers may pose a challenge for seniors looking to have money left over for savings after paying for other necessary expenses.
• The overall crime rate in Conyers is 80 percent higher than the national average. Seniors in Conyers have a one in 20 chance of becoming a victim of any type of crime. For this reason, families may want inquire about security precautions taken by their loved one's memory care facility to ensure seniors are safe when leaving their facility for doctor’s appointments and necessary outings.
• Summers in Conyers are hot and humid with average July highs around 90 degrees Fahrenheit. The heat may be difficult for seniors who have respiratory illnesses or who can't tolerate extreme temperatures. The city only gets around an inch of snow in the winter, with average January lows around 32.

Financial Assistance for Memory Care in Conyers

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.

Conyers 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 Conyers, please visit our Memory Care in Georgia page.

Conyers-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.