Merrill Gardens at Woodstock
12730 Hwy 92 E, Woodstock, GA, 30188
4.3
(12 reviews)
"This is not your grandmother's retirement community! This beautiful new community outside Atlanta oozes southern charm with all the modern c..."
READ MOREOf the 50,901 residents of Dunwoody, GA, 13.7% are aged 65 years and older. The percentage of the city’s senior population is only slightly less than the state average and 3.1% less than the national average. Seniors are prone to a variety of cognitive issues, but easy access to good Alzheimer’s and dementia care ensures better health and less stress for those afflicted. Having the right programs in place for seniors is a priority in Dunwoody and the state of Georgia overall, and this shows in the numbers. According to the CDC, between 2016 and 2020, deaths directly related to Alzheimer’s rose only 3.77%, while overall deaths rose 30.75%.
Memory care communities provide many of the same services as assisted living and nursing homes, such as around-the-clock supervision, skilled specialists, nutritious meals and basic health care. What makes them different is that everything is designed to minimize confusion, health issues, agitation and depression that many people who have Alzheimer’s experience.
This guide provides information on the pros and cons of living in Dunwoody for those who have cognitive issues. It also covers the types of programs and care available in the area, along with typical monthly costs.
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12730 Hwy 92 E, Woodstock, GA, 30188
4.3
(12 reviews)
"This is not your grandmother's retirement community! This beautiful new community outside Atlanta oozes southern charm with all the modern c..."
READ MORE12200 Crabapple Road, Alpharetta, GA, 30004
4.5
(10 reviews)
"Welcome to Arbor Terrace, a beautiful Assisted Living and Memory Care community nestled in the sought-after location of Crabapple in Alphare..."
READ MORE1634 Afton Lane, Atlanta, GA, 30329
4.8
(6 reviews)
"Staff is very professional and have expert training in dementia care. Activities are on a meaningful level and all residents are given priority. Staff answers texts and email promptly. Food is excellent with award winning chef on site. Owner is in..."
READ MORE4804 Roswell Rd, Atlanta, GA, 30342
4.4
(11 reviews)
"I can't say enough wonderful things about Alto Senior Living in Buckhead/Sandy Springs. My father was there in memory care just a short time, but the staff became like family and took amazing care of him. And us. The community, which is privately own..."
READ MORE7300 Spalding Drive, Norcross, GA, 30092
5.0
(4 reviews)
"Be as independent as you want to be! When you’re in need of a little extra assistance or the reassurance that help is there if you need it, ..."
READ MORE143 Mayfield Road, Alpharetta, GA, 30009
5.0
(3 reviews)
1200 Silver Hill Rd., Stone Mountain, GA, 30087
5.0
(3 reviews)
"I toured Waters Cove Senior Living Community for my mother-in-law. It's a single-family home that the young lady that runs and owns it, turned into a senior living community. There are only three residents there so the whole community is just memory ..."
READ MORE5835 Medlock Bridge Parkway, Alpharetta, GA, 30022
4.8
(5 reviews)
"St. Ives Memory Care was very nice. It was clean and was one of the better memory care facilities that I toured. The staff was very helpful and I liked the person that I spoke with there. They also had a nice porch for the residents, a salon, and a v..."
READ MORE400 Marietta Highway, Roswell, GA, 30075
4.3
(9 reviews)
"My wife is at TerraBella Roswell. The thing we like most about the place is the good ratio of caregivers to residents. It's a small size. There are 12 memory care residents and they have a helpful flexible attitude to try to make things work for my w..."
READ MORE10485 Jones Bridge Road, Johns Creek, GA, 30022
4.4
(7 reviews)
"We looked at The Cohen Home. The staff was very nice, but the facade of the building, and the interior of the rooms needed some work. The rooms were small, and felt like you couldn't get in a queen bed comfortable. It was the first place that we look..."
READ MORE4838 South Cobb Drive, Smyrna, GA, 30080
4.4
(7 reviews)
"My parents were here. My mom was in the assisted living and my dad was in the memory care. The memory care did a really good job with my dad. He had end-stage dementia. My mom insisted on being downstairs with my dad in the memory care every day. We ..."
READ MORE425 Winn Way, Decatur, GA, 30030
4.1
(10 reviews)
"In general, Arbor Terrace of Decatur was a little depressing. The walls were gray and dark gray and the hallways were very dim and dark. They're probably a health hazard because you can't see in there very well. The staff during the tour was good eno..."
READ MORE3675 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, GA, 30005
4.5
(4 reviews)
"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 with him. He's in memory care, but it's a little higher tha..."
READ MORE25 Glenlake Parkway NE, Sandy Springs, GA, 30328
4.0
(8 reviews)
"So convenient to the perimeter of Atlanta, our community of Somerby Sandy Springs is a real gem. Situated on a full six acres, it’s tucked a..."
READ MORE1286 Kendrick Road, Atlanta, GA, 30319
4.5
(2 reviews)
"Welcome to Safe Haven at Brookhaven Safe Haven homes are a single story with a simple, open floor plan and large hallways for easy maneuv..."
READ MORE2711 Lawrenceville, Decatur, GA, 30033
4.2
(5 reviews)
"I liked Benton House of Decatur when I visited it. I liked the people and that they had two small memory care units within the place. So, I felt like they had more focused attention on the residents. It just seemed like a great place. Dad's room is n..."
READ MORE447 Atlanta St, Marietta, GA, 30060
3.5
(11 reviews)
"I visited Marietta Life Center, for my friend. It was closed but they were free to walk outside, it was perfect for her. I like that it's a gated community, the residents couldn't get out. They've got beautiful wood floors, which was excellent. I was..."
READ MORE2631 North Druid Hills Road, NE, Atlanta, GA, 30329
3.8
(8 reviews)
"All levels of staff seem well trained to understand the needs of persons with dementia. The environment is very pleasant, inside and out, with lovely landscaping. There are 3 different pavilions with increasing levels of care available as residents' ..."
READ MOREIn Georgia, memory care facilities are often dedicated units in other types of senior communities. The Georgia Department of Community Health licenses all types of senior facilities, though it has additional requirements that memory care facilities must meet. It ensures that each follows its provisions, including those around the services provided, the medication administered, dietary services, staffing, training and admissions.Â
Note: Residential memory care is usually offered in assisted living facilities, and in general, memory care rates tend to be 20-30% higher than assisted living rates. No national database currently tracks memory care costs in the United States, so we’ve estimated the monthly memory care costs listed below by adding 25% to the rates listed in Genworth’s 2021 Cost of Care Survey.
Memory care in Dunwoody on average costs $4,806 per month.
Dunwoody is slightly more expensive than the Georgia average of $4,418; however, it’s $819 per month less than the national average, making Dunwoody an affordable option for seniors seeking memory care. Costs in nearby cities are typically more expensive than in Dunwoody, with Gainesville, Athens and Rome being $60, $424 and $560 more per month, respectively.
Dunwoody
$4,806
Georgia
$4,418
United States
$5,625
Gainesville
$4,866
Athens
$5,230
Rome
$5,366
Memory care facilities are one of the most expensive care options, with only nursing home facilities being $2,722 more expensive per month for a semiprivate room. Fortunately, there are less expensive alternatives. In-home care and home health care is $230 to $516 cheaper than memory care, and adult day health care is the least expensive, at $3,480 less per month. However, these options don’t provide the same tailored services as memory care communities. Assisted living is similar in terms of the services provided, but the cost is $961 less per month on average, and it’s better suited for seniors who don’t require close monitoring.Â
Memory Care
$4,806
In-Home Care
$4,290
Home Health Care
$4,576
Adult Day Health Care
$1,326
Assisted Living Facility
$3,845
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$7,528
Note: Data for Dunwoody was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Atlanta, was used instead.
In Dunwoody there are options for seniors who need financial assistance paying for Memory Care. For more information about other options, who qualifies, and how to apply, visit our Memory Care in Georgia page.
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:
For more information about different ways to finance memory care, visit our Memory Care in Georgia page.
For those who have Alzheimer’s or other cognitive disorders, Dunwoody and the state of Georgia offer multiple programs and services that can help. The prerequisites for each program can differ and registration can be complex, so seniors and their caregivers should contact each program directly for more information.
Resource | Contact | Service |
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Alzheimer's Association — State and Metro Atlanta Service Area | (404) 728-1181 | The Atlanta chapter of the Alzheimer's Association has been serving the community since 1982, providing resources such as caregiver support groups, advocacy training, early stage social engagement and other educational programs. It also offers a 24/7 helpline. |
Atlanta Regional Commission on Aging — EmpowerLine | (404) 463-3333 | The Atlanta Commission on Aging (EmpowerLine) offers seniors the information needed to connect with service providers in many areas, including financial assistance, legal help, health care and caregiving. Its programs also include Medicare/Medicaid services, protective services, advocacy programs and a long-term care ombudsman program. |
DeKalb County Office of Aging | (770) 322.2950 | The county's Office of Aging provides a variety of programs for seniors with cognitive issues and their caregivers. Family members and caregivers can get information on and referrals to available programs for seniors in the area, and it offers homemaker, personal care and respite services and home-delivered meals. |
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs — Atlanta Regional Office | (404) 929-6000 | Veterans can take advantage of different services from the VA. In addition to basic health care, it also provides specialized care through its Geriatrics and Extended Care (GEC) program. This department provides programs around memory loss and mental health, long-term care and support for family members and caregivers. |
Georgia Senior Legal Aid | (404) 389-9992 | Georgia Senior Legal Aid's licensed attorneys answer calls and offer legal advice. It can help with legal issues such as options available for managing a senior's property as well as guardianship and financial/legal planning for long-term care. |
Dementia Spotlight Foundation | (888) 695-1596 | Just a few miles from Dunwoody in Roswell, the Dementia Spotlight Foundation offers programs specifically for those with cognitive disorders. Among other programs, it hosts a music therapy Connection Cafe at the Roswell Senior Center and monthly in-person Dementia Caregiver's Support Group meetings. |
Dunwoody Memory Care Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Memory Care Facilities in Georgia are required to follow. Visit our Memory Care in Georgia page for more information about these laws.
Memory Care
Michelle
3
Review of The Phoenix at Dunwoody- CLOSED
The Phoenix at Dunwoody was very quiet when we were there. There wasn't a lot going on. I'm sure it's a wonderful place, and I liked the lady who was giving us the tour. But the memory care wasn't...
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ofer
5
Review of Berman Commons Assisted Living & Memory Care
My mother moved into The Berman Commons in October of 2020. It was a good experience but I was frustrated with a cascade of changes in staffing for the next year plus. Since then it has been as...
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EdieM
5
Review of The Phoenix at Dunwoody- CLOSED
When we first moved my Mom in to Assisted Living, they were remodeling. I was impressed with where they were headed in the remodel, and now they have completed it. It is so nice inside and my Mom...