Senior Housing in Atlanta Metro

According to the 2000 Census for the City of Atlanta, 13.01% of the population is aged 65 years and older. By 2010, there is a projected 5.6% increase, which means that our senior population is also increasing. As the baby-boomers come into retirement age, more adequate senior housing is needed. Because when you need it in a hurry, it is not easily found, it is best to be prepared.

Within the City of Atlanta, there are countless numbers of listings for Senior Housing. When researching, some gave more information than others, and had websites where you could access details. Here is a compilation of assisted living and retirement-type communities in the Atlanta Metro area:

These three Arbor Terrace locations offer the following programs: emergency call system, 24-hour access to staff, meals served in the dining room, snacks available throughout the day, activities and social events, scheduled transportation, all utilities except telephone and cable, weekly housekeeping services, weekly laundering of bed and bath linens, medication management, supportive assistance with activities of daily living, incontinence management, Alzheimer's disease and other dementia-related conditions.

ARBOR TERRACE-ATHENS
3736 Atlanta Highway
Athens, GA 30606
(706) 353-0400

ARBOR TERRACE AT CASCADE
1001 Research Center Atlanta Drive
Atlanta, GA 30331
(404) 691-0304

ARBOR TERRACE-DECATUR
425 Winn Way
Decatur, GA 30030
(404) 292-5910

Brookside Assisted Living offers: Scheduled transportation, social and entertainment activities on and off the estate, a craft and game room, three meals every day in the formal dining room, weekly laundry and maid service, emergency medically trained personnel on premises and on call for any emergency 24-hours a day, medication management, emergency Call System, an electronic security system with individual monitoring devices installed in each room. Telephone, cable, and private assistance are also available for at additional monthly fees.

BROOKSIDE ASSISTED LIVING
4450 Old Hamilton Mill Road
Buford, GA 30518
(770) 271-2210

The Veranda at Hembree Pointe offers: Private and companion apartments with kitchenettes, community dining, snack parlor, two activity rooms and a private kitchen and dining area for family social events, laundry and housekeeping services, one-on-one activities programs, daily living assistance, incontinence management and mobility, medication management, dietary management, onsite medical services, complimentary respite suite available for immediate family members (by reservation), all utilities except telephone and cable TV, emergency call system, activity and mealtime reminders.

THE VERANDA at HEMBREE POINTE
11725 Pointe Place
Roswell, GA 30076
(770) 521-9913

Waterford Gardens offers: personal care homes, Alzheimer's and Dementia care, short or long term stays, socials and activities, individual plan of care for each resident, medication management, incontinence management (to include additional laundry and bathing as needed), rehabilitation services include ambulation, falls prevention, transfers, grooming/bathing, self-feeding, bed mobility. There are additional services proved for a fee, including: respite care and diabetic management (to include daily Accu-checks and insulin management). Private or shared apartments are also offered.

WATERFORD GARDENS
4484 North Shallowford Road
Dunwoody, GA 30338
(770) 350-2393

Belmont Village at Buckhead offers its residents: independent living, assisted living, Alzheimer's neighborhood, a library, salon, wellness center, daily living assistance, medication management, incontinence support, daily wellness checks, respite stays, structured daily activities, routines tailored for body, mind and spirit, single occupancy apartments in a secured neighborhood, private apartments or shared living, computer center with Internet & e-mail access, meals.

Belmont Village at Buckhead
5455 Glenridge Drive, NE
Atlanta, GA 30342
404/ 252-6271

Savannah Court offers: Alzheimer's/related Dementia care, assisted living, respite care, companion suites, studios and one bedrooms available.

Suite benefits include: one bedroom, private or companion suites, all utilities are included - telephone and cable service is optional, independently controlled air conditioning and heating, carpeting and window treatments, emergency response system, spacious bathrooms, kitchenettes, appointed dining room, beauty and barber salon, routine maintenance services provided, private dining rooms, courtyards and patios.

Savannah Court amenities include: 24-hour access to staff, restaurant-style dining program, daily snacks, weekly linen service, housekeeping services, emergency response system, activities, scheduled transportation, medical appointment scheduling, daily living assistance, and enhanced services as needed.

Savannah Court
886 Johnson Ferry Road
Marietta, GA 30068
770) 977-4420

Lovelace Living Centers are owned and operated by nurses. They offer the following programs: Alzheimer's/related Dementia care, assisted living, day care, respite care, a free assessment by a nurse case manager, 24-hour personal care, activities that that includes physical fitness, special events, arts and crafts, shopping, planned trips and outings, socials and parties, library, an entertainment room with TV/VCR/DVD and a activity rooms, personal mail service, linen service, housekeeping, nutritional supervision and appointed private dining room.

The private rooms include a private bath and individually controlled heating and air conditioning units, wall-to-wall carpeting, mini blinds and, if desired, may accommodate the residents own furnishings.

Lovelace Living Centres
732 Cherokee Street, Suite E
Marietta, GA 30060
(770) 427-4338
jmlovelac@ bellsouth.net

Woodstock Estates AL & Memory Care offer the following programs: Alzheimer's/Related Dementia Care, Assisted Living. If you call for more information or to set up a tour with them, they'll pay for lunch!

Their services include: 3 meals served daily, 24-hour specially-trained on-site staff, activities, apartment maintenance, weekly housekeeping and linen service, scheduled transportation, all utilities paid (phone and cable may not be included), emergency call systems in each apartment, fire detection systems, individualized care plan, mealtime reminders, escort assistance to and from meals and activities, additional housekeeping services, personal laundry service, medication management, health services: monitoring, supervision, or assistance, select diets or snacks, diabetic care, daily living assistance, incontinence care, medical appointment scheduling, periodic nighttime care, safety and security checks. Respite care is also available.

Woodstock Estates AL & Memory Care
1000 Professional Way
Woodstock, GA 30188
(770)926-0119

The Sunrise communities listed below offer the following programs: daily social, cultural and recreational activities, exercise and wellness programs, 3 meals a day and snacks, restaurant-style dining with a variety of menu options, private dining accommodations, housekeeping, linen and transportation services, a 24-hour medical alert system and on-site security, emergency response programs, on-site beauty/barber shops, exercise and game rooms, library, activity center, daily trash removal, weekly personal laundry (except dry-cleaning), scheduled group trips, social and educational programs for families, daily living assistance, medication management, incontinence management, pharmacy services, family counseling, individualized care planning and regular health assessments, physical, occupational and speech therapies.

Private or companion suites are available. The apartments offer a variety of floor plans, full bath, wall-to-wall carpeting, emergency call response system in every apartment, country kitchens, screened porches, washers and dryers available for personal use. Living spaces are designed to help Alzheimer's residents function as independently as possible.

Brighton Gardens of Buckhead
3088 Lenox Rd
Atlanta, GA 30324
(404)846-8335
Programs Offered: Alzheimer's/Related Dementia Care, Assisted Living, Respite Care

Brighton Gardens of Dunwoody
1240 Ashford Center Pkwy
Atlanta, GA 30338
Assisted living, Alzheimer's care, hospice, home care

Brighton Gardens of Vinings
2401 Cumberland Pkwy
Atlanta, GA 30339
(770)435-4477
Assisted living, Alzheimer's care, hospice, home care

EdenBrook of Buckhead
4804 Roswell Rd
Atlanta, GA 30342
(404)531-0145
Assisted living, Alzheimer's care, hospice, home care

EdenBrook of Dunwoody
690 Mt Vernon Hwy
Atlanta, GA 30328
(404)843-8857
Assisted living, Alzheimer's care, hospice, home care

EdenGardens of Marietta
840 LeCroy Dr
Marietta, GA 30068
(770)971-0307
Assisted living, Alzheimer's care, hospice, home care

Sunrise at Buckhead
1000 Lenox Park Blvd NE
Atlanta, GA 30319
(404)261-8700
Assisted living, Alzheimer's care, hospice, home care

Sunrise at Huntcliff Summit
8480 Roswell Rd
Atlanta, GA 30350
(770)649-1499
Assisted living, Alzheimer's care, hospice, home care

Sunrise of Dunwoody
4821 N Peachtree Rd
Dunwoody, GA 30338
(770)452-9558
Assisted living, hospice, homecare

You will find that most of the communities offer the same basic services, meals, medication management, housekeeping, linen service, incontinence management, etc,. Any 'enhanced' or 'extras' come at a fee, such as therapies, nighttime care, private rooms/suites, salon and barber services, etc. It all depends on what you want, what you need, what you're comfortable with, and how much you can afford. Most seniors are on a fixed income from Social Security or retirement pensions, and only a few have family to foot the bills. Here are three referral agencies to help you make the right decision for your personal situation:

Georgia Elder Care offers assistance in finding independent living communities, home care agencies, assisted living facilities, continuing care retirement communities, nursing homes, and hospice agencies. They also have available attorneys and CPAs, financial planners, geriatric care managers, investment advisors, long-term care insurance specialists, physicians and other ElderCare professionals. You can call them at 1-877-379-4500 or visit their website at www.newlifestyles.com/georgiaeldercare/index.cfm

A Place For Mom helps with assisted living, nursing homes, Alzheimer's care, home care, retirement communities and personal care homes. You can reach them at 1-877-MOM-DAD9 (1-877-666-3239) or online at http://www.aplaceformom.com

Care Changes Senior Care Coordinators GA, NC and SC will provide you with information about communities and services in your area. You can reach them locally at (770) 783-2243, or call them toll free 1-866-657-3621, or complete an online assessment and one of their Senior Care Coordinators will contact you - www.carechanges.com.

Remember, your parents and grandparents were there to take care of you, so do them a favor and take care of them! Not all communities, nursing homes and facilities are equal. Be sure to check them out before placing your loved one within their care. You can always check with the Better Business Bureau at www.bbb.org, or find your local Chamber of Commerce at www.uschamber.com, or even ask for recommendations from your loved one's physicians. And lastly, if you suspect or would like to report elderly abuse, please seek help and information at the National Center on Elder Abuse at www.elderabusecenter.org.