In Marietta, about 13% of the city’s 61,000 residents are aged 65 and over. While this age group is the one most likely to be diagnosed with Alzheimer’s, data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention indicates that the percentage of deaths related to this disease is dropping. In 2020, 8% of the region’s deaths were attributed to Alzheimer’s. This is down by half a percentage point from data published in 2016 when the agency disclosed that Alzheimer’s was the cause of 8.6% of deaths in the region.

The Marietta region has several residential facilities providing specialized dementia care. These memory care facilities administer daily personal care services and meals for those with Alzheimer’s and related conditions. They also use evidence-based recreational programming and innovative therapies to keep residents engaged, such as music, pet therapy and fitness classes.

Through this guide, readers can learn more about memory care in Marietta, including typical monthly costs, ways residents pay for services and where they can go for help with navigating the system.

Directory of Memory Care Facilities in Marietta, GA

Carriage Crossing Marietta

1345 Milford Church Road, Marietta, GA, 30008

I went to the Carriage Crossing Marietta. It’s a nice place. All the staff was extremely professional and kind, that is everyone that we ran across. The rooms were nice, very spacious. It was extremel … (read more)
I went to the Carriage Crossing Marietta. It’s a nice place. All the staff was extremely professional and kind, that is everyone that we ran across. The rooms were nice, very spacious. It was extremel … (read more)

Sunrise at East Cobb

1551 Johnson Ferry Road, Marietta, GA, 30062

Sunrise at East Cobb is an assisted living and memory care facility west of Marietta, Georgia, in the heart of East Cobb. The community was designed to create an inviting environment for residents, wi … (read more)
Sunrise at East Cobb is an assisted living and memory care facility west of Marietta, Georgia, in the heart of East Cobb. The community was designed to create an inviting environment for residents, wi … (read more)

2016

The Phoenix at Johnson Ferry

9 Sherwood Lane Southeast, Marietta, GA, 30067

Johnson Ferry Senior Living is an assisted living and memory care facility in Marietta, Georgia, just north of Chattahoochee Plantation. The community offers both private and semi-private housing opti … (read more)
Johnson Ferry Senior Living is an assisted living and memory care facility in Marietta, Georgia, just north of Chattahoochee Plantation. The community offers both private and semi-private housing opti … (read more)

Greenwood Place

1160 Whitlock Ave Nw, Marietta, GA, 30064

Greenwood Place was very pleasant. It didn’t have brand-new carpeting, but it was spotlessly clean. The community was very impressive and very nice. The people were very knowledgeable. I was impressed … (read more)
Greenwood Place was very pleasant. It didn’t have brand-new carpeting, but it was spotlessly clean. The community was very impressive and very nice. The people were very knowledgeable. I was impressed … (read more)

Golden Rose Personal Care Home

2147 Post Oak Tritt Road, Marietta, GA, 30062

We went to Golden Rose Personal Care Home. The staff was very nice. We looked at a few rooms. It is nice. It was a single room, a private room, and it was out of the price range. It was very well kept … (read more)
We went to Golden Rose Personal Care Home. The staff was very nice. We looked at a few rooms. It is nice. It was a single room, a private room, and it was out of the price range. It was very well kept … (read more)

Bright Lily Personal Care Home

1680 Northwoods Dr, Marietta, GA, 30066


Green Park PCH – Marietta

2941 Sandy Plains Road, Marietta, GA, 30066


Oaks at West Cobb

3292 Ernest W. Barrett Pkwy., NW, Marietta, GA, 30064


2018

Legacy Ridge at Sandy Plains

3039 Sandy Plains, Marietta, GA, 30066

Heritage of Sandy Plains is an assisted living and memory care facility north of Marietta, Georgia, near the small neighborhood of Vandiver Heights. This facility offers studio and one-bedroom apartme … (read more)
Heritage of Sandy Plains is an assisted living and memory care facility north of Marietta, Georgia, near the small neighborhood of Vandiver Heights. This facility offers studio and one-bedroom apartme … (read more)

Legacy Ridge at Marietta

840 LeCroy Dr., Marietta, GA, 30068

We’re planning to move my mom to Legacy Ridge at Marietta. We chose it because they do more for their memory care patients. The staff was also very accommodating. I had a couple of situations that I … (read more)
We’re planning to move my mom to Legacy Ridge at Marietta. We chose it because they do more for their memory care patients. The staff was also very accommodating. I had a couple of situations that I … (read more)

Arbor Terrace of East Cobb

886 Johnson Ferry Road, Marietta, GA, 30068

Arbor Terrace has provided myself and my family with a peace of mind as my mom was placed in their memory care unit in July! She has been given love and care which has made this transition easier. On … (read more)
Arbor Terrace has provided myself and my family with a peace of mind as my mom was placed in their memory care unit in July! She has been given love and care which has made this transition easier. On … (read more)

2012, 2013, 2016

The Heritage of Marietta

1790 Powder Springs Rd, Marietta, GA, 30064

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2012, 2013, 2016

Arbor Terrace of Burnt Hickory

920 Burnt Hickory Rd., Marietta, GA, 30064


Marietta Life Center

447 Atlanta St, Marietta, GA, 30060

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 … (read more)
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 … (read more)

Atherton Place

111 Tower Road, Marietta, GA, 30060


The Solana East Cobb

1032 Johnson Ferry Road, Marietta, GA, 30068


2013, 2015

Legacy Ridge at Woodstock

1000 Professional Way, Woodstock, GA, 30188

My husband is moving to Legacy Ridge at Woodstock. It’s very nice, and a little bit larger than what my mother had in the other facility. I was there when they brought him his lunch and it looked very … (read more)
My husband is moving to Legacy Ridge at Woodstock. It’s very nice, and a little bit larger than what my mother had in the other facility. I was there when they brought him his lunch and it looked very … (read more)

Woodland Ridge Assisted Living & Memory Care

4005 S Cobb Dr Se, Smyrna, GA, 30080

Woodland Ridge Assisted Living and Memory Care is located in the northwest Atlanta city of Smyrna, Georgia, close to outdoor venues including Marietta Park and Legacy Golf Links. Visitors and resident … (read more)
Woodland Ridge Assisted Living and Memory Care is located in the northwest Atlanta city of Smyrna, Georgia, close to outdoor venues including Marietta Park and Legacy Golf Links. Visitors and resident … (read more)

2016

Daybreak Village Senior Living

3056 Cherokee Street NW, Kennesaw, GA, 30144

I chose Daybreak Village Senior Living. They were getting my mom’s room ready. Actually, we just have to sit down and make the care plan, and then she will move in. It seems to be more like a home fee … (read more)
I chose Daybreak Village Senior Living. They were getting my mom’s room ready. Actually, we just have to sit down and make the care plan, and then she will move in. It seems to be more like a home fee … (read more)

Celebration Village Acworth

4460 Celebration Blvd, Acworth, GA, 30101


COVID-19 Rules for Memory Care in Marietta

Since most COVID-19 rules for Memory Care Communities and other Senior Living Facilities are set at the state level, you can view the specific rules for your state on our Guide to Memory Care in Georgia. Keep in mind that every community has specific policies that they put in place to protect their residents, so you should contact your local community for more information. Additionally, you can contact your local Area Agency on Aging to learn more – find contact information here.

What to Consider About Memory Care in Marietta

The Georgia Department of Community Health is the regulatory board which ensures all of Marietta’s Memory Care facilities provide a secure and comfortable environment for seniors. The department regularly inspects communities to ensure they’re sticking to updated care giving guidelines and exceeding a minimum level of care. 

Benefits and Drawbacks of Memory Care in Marietta

  • Weather wise, Marietta is a more comfortable place to live than other areas in Georgia. On a 10-point scale, Georgia is ranked 7.1, which is higher than the neighboring towns. For five months of the year, the temperature is moderate.
  • Marietta is an affordable city for seniors requiring memory care. For assisted living, the average cost is $3,845 per month which is considerably less than the national average of $4,500. Nursing care averages $7,528 per month which is also less than the national average of $7,908. 
  • Marietta is a charming city located within the metro region of Atlanta. It has plenty of outdoor spaces and scenic views which provide a serene environment for seniors with Alzheimer’s and dementia. 
  • With an overall cost of living ranking of 110.6, Marietta is marginally higher than the US average of 100, but tends to fluctuate around the average. Marietta is known to be one of the best places to reside in Georgia. 
  • There has been more than a 63.74% increase in Alzheimer’s related deaths in the Marietta area, which is why there is such a high number of memory care communities in the city. In total, there are 15 memory care communities, which means seniors receive the care they need and choose the community which suits them most.

Paying for Memory Care in Marietta

Memory Care costs in Marietta start around $4,269 per month on average, while the nationwide average cost of memory care is $5,663 per month.

It’s important to note that memory care rates in Marietta 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.

$4269

Marietta

$4419

Georgia

$5663

The United States

$5380

Acworth

$5104

Woodstock

$4795

Sandy Springs

$4430

Kennesaw

$3941

Smyrna

$3495

Powder Springs

Financial Assistance for Memory Care in Marietta

Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Memory Care in Georgia page.

More ways to pay for Memory Care in Georgia

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 Marietta

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

Memory Care Laws and Regulations in Marietta

Marietta-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.