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6 Best Memory Care Facilities in Sanford, GA
If your loved one needs memory care in Sanford, A Place for Mom can help. With 6 memory care facilities in Sanford, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.
Alzheimer’s care in Sanford incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. Sanford memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in Sanford, know it’s a safe setting for your older relative.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Oconee Heights.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Athens, Royston and Jefferson.
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[name removed]and her staff made the experience of placing my dad extremely comfortable and worry less. Everyone is so friendly and attentive. He was very much taken care of. The establishment is...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
We purchased this building in August of 2022 and have been working tirelessly to become North East Georgia's only exclusive memory care community. By mid June we will have completed a 100% renovation to the entire building, thanks to a freezing Christmas eve in 2022. We pride ourselves on having...
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My loved one passed away [date removed], so our experience has concluded. We chose Orchard at Athens initially because of the cleanliness of the facility as well as the location of the facility. It is very...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Orchard Senior Living is proud to present Athens' premier Assisted Living & Memory Care Community - Orchard at Athens. Get ready to see Assisted Living and Memory Care like you have never seen before.Located just minutes from St. Mary’s and Piedmont Hospital on Atlanta Hwy, Orchard at Athens...
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no activities. no entertainment. no crafts. no bingo. no games. no exercise. no community involvement. no one plays the piano, no singing. nothing going on. residents sleep, eat and read old newspaper. ...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
The Hampton House is nestled in the curve of a quiet, small town street in Colbert GA. This historic home, which was built in the early 1900's, received a total renovation in 2008 keeping true to it's original stunning state created by the Hampton Family. The Hampton House opened its doors in...
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Our family was very pleased with Avery Village. It was an agonizing decision for us to place our mother in a memory care facility. Our first meeting with the director put us at ease. She came in and made...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Avery Village, our Winterville senior living community, has recently received a beautiful renovation! We continue to provide thoughtful, compassionate care in a warm, lively community. We develop individual care plans to meet the needs of each resident. Nursing staff is available 24 hours a day...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Talmage Terrace... not just a home, it's a lifestyle. Talmage Terrace is a unique retirement community offering several living choices. For over 30 years, Talmage Terrace has provided a vibrant, safe community. Home to the University of Georgia, Athens provides a stimulating environment ripe with...
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Cost of memory care in Sanford, GA
The average cost of senior living in Sanford is $4,220 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Royston, GA with an average of $4,052 per month.
Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Sanford, GA vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Sanford, GA vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Sanford, GA by room type
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What families are saying about memory care in Sanford
Recent reviews for memory care in Sanford
The Overlook Senior Living in Monroe, GA
4.9
I was a little disappointed in the rent increase after one year. It was about 16.5%. The quality of care, friendliness, and cleaniness is amazing. The activities could use some improvement.
Magnolia Estates of Oconee in Bogart, GA
5.0
When my husband and I moved to the Athens area, we needed a retirement living facility for my dad. Magnolia Estates was recommended to us by friends whose mother had previously been a resident. We visited and were very impressed with the facility and the staff. We chose Magnolia Estates and ...
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Manor Lake Athens
4.5
The location and the newness of the facility really stood out to us, and the deciding factor for our family was just everything they have to offer and provide for the resident's. Our loved one really seems to be enjoying all the meals and the dining staff and so far the activities have been ...
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Sanford memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Sanford memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Sanford, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.
Availability of select care services in Sanford memory care
Memory care communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of memory care partners in Sanford that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Sanford, GANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
80%
57.8%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
40%
43.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
74.4%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
89.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
100%
64.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
60%
25.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
80.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
60%
54.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
100%
64.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Sanford memory care
Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Sanford Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Sanford, GANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
80%
66.7%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
60%
41.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
60%
62.1%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Sanford memory care
Memory care communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Sanford partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Sanford, GANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
40%
24.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
60%
39.6%
No sugar
No sugar
20%
37%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
80%
44.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
20%
14.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Sanford memory care
Our memory care communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Sanford communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Sanford, GANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
60%
28.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
40%
34.4%
Room service
Room service
60%
32.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20%
20%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Sanford memory care
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered memory care communities in Sanford offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Sanford, GANational
Activity director
Activity director
60%
40.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
60%
29.9%
Community service programs
Community service programs
60%
25.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
100%
48.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
100%
46.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
60%
54.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
80%
35.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
40%
30.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
60%
32.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
60%
42.2%
Live performances
Live performances
100%
42.6%
Dances
Dances
20%
27.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20%
19.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
80%
41.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Overlook Senior Living, Brookside Commerce and Haven Memory Care of Athens are the top-rated memory care facilities near Sanford, Georgia. See full list of communities.
There are 6 memory care facilities near Sanford, Georgia. See the full list.
The 6 memory care facilities near you in Sanford, Georgia typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Sanford, Georgia, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.
Browse A Place for Mom’s listings for memory care in Sanford, Georgia, to take a virtual tour. Our local senior living experts can arrange for a live tour of these communities as well.
The cost of memory care facilities in Sanford, Georgia ranges from $849 to $9000. The average Memory Care cost in Sanford, Georgia is $4,220. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Sanford, Georgia typically starts at $849. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.
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