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Memory care in Buford offers 24-hour care and supervision, trained staff, and specialized activities to accommodate the needs of seniors with Alzheimer’s or dementia. These communities typically offer advanced security features and engaging activities to help ensure residents’ well-being. The cost of memory care in Buford is about $4,517 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 22 communities, read 540 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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Photo of Ivy Springs Senior Living
1212 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
8.9
Review score
45 reviews
8.9
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45 reviews
5 star
65%
4 star
22%
3 star
11%
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2%
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Most of the residents at Ivy Springs, are here due to age, but my wife is here due to a deteriorating terminal condition. It requires more attention and I feel that the caregivers are doing a great job of...
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.
At The Retreat at Buford, you can find comfortable community living for your senior. We are located in Buford, Georgia, on luscious landscaped courtyards complete with walking trails. Through our apartment style rooms, that come in four different layouts, we provide independence to the elderly...
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Photo of Benton House of Sugar Hill
1313 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
Pricing promotion expiring soon
8.6
Review score
52 reviews
8.6
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52 reviews
5 star
57%
4 star
23%
3 star
10%
2 star
4%
1 star
6%
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The facility is of a smaller size than many in the area which was attractive as it makes it easier for the resident to navigate and less chance of being confused. I think like most facilities they are...
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.
Call or drop by to see what makes Benton House of Sugar Hill the most desired in the area.Exceptional quality takes exceptional people. Our team is consistently the number one reason families choose our community.Assisted Living, Memory Care, Adult Day, Respite, Caregiver Support. Wherever you...
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Photo of Charter Senior Living of Buford
1010 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.3
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70 reviews
8.3
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70 reviews
5 star
31%
4 star
33%
3 star
13%
2 star
10%
1 star
13%
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The staff is absolutely wonderful and truly care for my mom. They are priced just right and have good facilities and activities. They have taken the time to get to know my mom to help draw her out and make...
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.
Built for One Thing: YouOur community is designed from the ground up to provide you with the perfect canvas on which you can paint your best senior living life. Choose us for your next home sweet home and you can trade the worries and hassles that often come with living at home for a better, more...
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1414 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
9.9
Review score
77 reviews
9.9
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77 reviews
5 star
76%
4 star
16%
3 star
1%
2 star
4%
1 star
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5 across the board They were wonderful with mom She was very content and loved. They were very affectionate with her. She loved them. We had some hospital trips for various things... nothing to do with her...
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.
Oaks at Hampton is proud to be an Eden Alternative® certified assisted living and memory care community located in Cumming, Georgia. The Eden registry exists to honor those organizations that have made a formal commitment to transforming traditional methods of care into an approach that puts the...
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Photo of The Phoenix at Braselton
1010 Photos available
9.5
Review score
18 reviews
9.5
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18 reviews
5 star
66%
4 star
28%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
6%
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Some building maintenance issues need addressing. Our loved one mostly cooks their own meals. What we like the most about The Phoenix, is just having eyes on my father and the ability to call and see if...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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.
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.
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1717 Photos available
Pricing promotion
9.2
Review score
31 reviews
9.2
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31 reviews
5 star
71%
4 star
26%
3 star
0%
2 star
3%
1 star
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They pretty much let you do your own thing without any hassle. The room sizes are fine. The apartments are different size. You can get everything from one room to a two bedroom with a den and two bathrooms....
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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.
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.
Towne Club Windermere is a Resort Style Senior Living Community that offers Independent, Assisted Living with One and Two Bedroom full size apartments and Memory Care. We are committed to your wellness and dedicated to exceeding your expectations. Towne Club offers the luxury of resort-style...
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1717 Photos available
8.9
Review score
35 reviews
8.9
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35 reviews
5 star
65%
4 star
23%
3 star
0%
2 star
6%
1 star
6%
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My mother has been a resident for a few years and we both are very pleased with her care, all if the staff and the activities that keep her active!
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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.
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.
Arbor Terrace Hamilton Mill provides the highest quality of geriatric care and assisted living in the Dacula, Georgia area, including innovative memory care designed specifically for those affected by Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias. Every resident receives unique and personalized care...
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Photo of TerraBella Sugarloaf
2424 Photos available
8.7
Review score
60 reviews
8.7
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60 reviews
5 star
44%
4 star
27%
3 star
13%
2 star
3%
1 star
13%
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For the renewal, they tried to raise the rent for more than [fee removed] and I had to negotiate with the management for 3 months before getting it reduced. That was a lot of work & time consuming. We like...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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.
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.
Welcome to Discovery Village At Sugarloaf, a senior-living community located in Suwanee, Georgia, just northeast of Atlanta, designed to offer a blend of independence, active lifestyle, comfort and security for you to enjoy your retirement years, no matter what stage of life you are in. Discovery...
Photo of Oaks at Braselton
1313 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
8.6
Review score
26 reviews
8.6
Review score
26 reviews
5 star
65%
4 star
23%
3 star
8%
2 star
0%
1 star
4%
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5 for all categories. The Oaks at Braselton was an all around positive experience for my mother and the family. My FIL is at a much newer and more modern facility but his care has not been as good. The...
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.
Oaks at Braselton is conveniently close to local churches, shopping areas, the Northeast Georgia Medical Center, and other medical offices. The single story stylish craftsman style property features 46 assisted living apartments and 34 memory care apartments. Each aspect of the community has...
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Photo of Heartis Suwanee
1010 Photos available
8.6
Review score
26 reviews
8.6
Review score
26 reviews
5 star
53%
4 star
27%
3 star
8%
2 star
8%
1 star
4%
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They are incredibly good at remembering names and always friendly. They also have answers for ones questions and so willing to take the time to be helpful. I would certainly recommend Heartis Suwanee to...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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.
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.
Offering Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care, Heartis Suwanee provides the support you need to remain living as independently as possible, plus everything you want to continue to lead a full, active, and enjoyable life. It’s the perfect balance of 24-hour support and an engaging...
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Photo of The Mansions at Gwinnett Park Assisted Living and Memory Care
1111 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.4
Review score
28 reviews
8.4
Review score
28 reviews
5 star
85%
4 star
0%
3 star
4%
2 star
4%
1 star
7%
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I think mom like the activities more than anything. She never got out of her chair when she was living at home. Except for the usual. Having my mom stay at the Mansion, really gave me a piece of mind. The...
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.
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Photo of The Phoenix at James Creek
1313 Photos available
8.1
Review score
26 reviews
8.1
Review score
26 reviews
5 star
31%
4 star
35%
3 star
19%
2 star
0%
1 star
15%
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We are so fortunate that when we were faced with finding a new living situation for Mom, that a Place for Mom was able to assist with referrals and schedule appointments for us. We interviewed 3 places in...
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.
The phoenix at James Creek is a NEW state of the art Assisted Living and Memory Care community opening in the Fall of 2018. We are located at the corner of James Burgess Road and Ruth Lane near 20 and the Chattahoochee River in Cumming. We are very close to Sugar Hill, Buford and Johns Creek and...
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Photo of Waypoint Senior Living
1616 Photos available
8.0
Review score
1 review
8.0
Review score
1 review
5 star
0%
4 star
0%
3 star
0%
2 star
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We have been very happy with our dealings with A Place For Mom as well as Waypoint Senior Living. We have been very happy with the facility itself as well as their staff members. Based on the experience we...
Provides: Assisted Living
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.
Country Heritage II, Inc. is located in Flowery Branch, GA in Hall County. Our residential care home provides help to you when you need it in an area that is as beautiful as the city name. Those who spend time in Flowery Branch appreciate what it offers including Liberty Candy Company, New Wave...
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Photo of The Bridge at Lawrenceville
1515 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
7.9
Review score
7 reviews
7.9
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7 reviews
5 star
43%
4 star
29%
3 star
14%
2 star
14%
1 star
0%
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What we like the most about The Bridge community is the proximity to our home. The bride is less than 15 minutes from our house. The new director is very responsive to our concerns, and the staff is very...
Provides: Assisted Living
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.
Photo of Holbrook Sugar Hill
66 Photos available
7.5
Review score
6 reviews
7.5
Review score
6 reviews
5 star
33%
4 star
33%
3 star
17%
2 star
17%
1 star
0%
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I love that my mom adores the staff, that they are always so cheerful and loving. I do dislike that there does seem to be a high staff turnover rate. So we end up with staff that we absolutely adore and then...
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.
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Photo of Magnolia Senior Living at Sugar Hill
1111 Photos available
7.5
Review score
6 reviews
7.5
Review score
6 reviews
5 star
49%
4 star
17%
3 star
17%
2 star
0%
1 star
17%
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They have a beautiful facility with caring staff and administrators. I could not have envisioned having this kind of experience in a long term care facility. The setting lends itself to calmness and a safe...
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.
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Photo of Prema at Suwanee Creek
1515 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
7.1
Review score
17 reviews
7.1
Review score
17 reviews
5 star
64%
4 star
12%
3 star
6%
2 star
6%
1 star
12%
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What our family likes the most about the Oaks at Suwanee Creek is the staff and caregivers. We appreciate their attentiveness and being able to contact management directly if there is every a problem. It is...
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.
Prema at Suwanee Creek is a stylish craftsman style property featuring 58 assisted living apartments and 32 memory care apartments.Some unique amenities offered include all-day dining, bird aviaries, aquariums, community pets, separate secured memory care, on-site physical and occupational...
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Photo of Chapters of Buford
99 Photos available
5.8
Review score
9 reviews
5.8
Review score
9 reviews
5 star
22%
4 star
22%
3 star
22%
2 star
23%
1 star
11%
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My daughter and her husband checked out a number of Independent Living facilities for us since we live in FL, and then they showed us what was available, and Wickshire South Lee Buford beat out all of the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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.
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.
Live life to the fullest in South Lee Buford. Select your apartment or cottage and make it your own. Each apartment has abundant natural light, space and kitchenettes. Cottages feature full-kitchens with up-to-date appliances. Sit on the porch of your cottage and connect with neighbors around the...
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Photo of Antebellum James Burgess
1111 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
5 star
60%
4 star
20%
3 star
9%
2 star
3%
1 star
8%
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In my opinion, Antebellum James Burgess has been a blessing for my parent in Memory Care due to the leadership of Director, [name removed]. [name removed] has been an asset to Antebellum with her personable...
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.
Photo of Peachtree Villa at Suwanee
1212 Photos available
5 star
80%
4 star
10%
3 star
0%
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10%
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Memory care is all about care. Peachtree excels at care. Some facilities offer great facilities but their care can be more compliance based where caregivers and management seem to only do what is required to...
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.
For the best memory care for your loved one with Alzheimer's or dementia in the Suwanee, Georgia, area, consider Peachtree Villa at Suwanee assisted living community. We focus exclusively on memory care, providing care that's based on the most up-to-date research, for our residents with...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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.
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.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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.
The Senior Care America FB is a senior living community located in Flowery Branch, Georgia. The area has the perfect small town appeal with the glorious view of Lake Lanier. Flowery Branch is a perfect place to live; the inviting atmosphere will welcome family and friends for a visit. The Senior...
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Provides: Assisted Living
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.

Cost of memory care in Buford, GA

The average cost of senior living in Buford is $4,517 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Winder, GA with an average of $4,376 per month.

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Buford, GA vs. nearby cities

Buford, GA
$4,517/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Buford, GA vs. the state and national average

Buford, GA
$4,517/mo
$4,123/mo
U.S. national average
$5,070/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Buford vs. other types of senior living

Memory Care
$4,517/mo

Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Buford, GA by room type

Semi-Private
$4,759/mo
Studio
$4,891/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,109/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,806/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$7,195/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in Buford over time

Buford, GAGA stateNational

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What families are saying about memory care in Buford

Recent reviews for memory care in Buford

Cumming Senior Living

5.0
We moved our dad here in January of this year. I have been so happy with the quality of care and cleanliness. All of the other families of the residents that I’ve met are all so kind. The food is excellent as well! I highly recommend Cumming Nursing Center for your loved one.

The Phoenix at Lake Lanier in Gainesville, GA

4.0
My loved one is a resident at The Phoenix at Lake Lanier. The food is good. Communication with the family is good. The staff has been somewhat of a revolving door as with most places these days, but overall I do think that they are trying. The only issue that I have is the cost, it's very ...
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Brookside Stone Mountain

5.0
After looking all over the place for substantial senior living for my mom, i was severely disappointed by most places in that they offered low monthly Apartment rates but the Level of care rates skyrocketed. Also they were being run by tyrants that wouldn't budge on Pricing or room type ...
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Buford review score based on 116 family reviews

8.2
Review score22 facilities116 reviewsWrite a review
This proprietary review score is based on 116 reviews of 22 Buford memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Buford review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how memory care residents and family members rate memory care in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Buford review score compared against nearby cities

8.2
Buford, GA22 facilities
8.2
Rest Haven, GA22 facilities
8.0
Sugar Hill, GA44 facilities

Review subcategories for Buford memory care

When memory care residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 116 reviews of 22 Buford memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Buford resident and family memory care satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Buford, GA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.4
4.4
Friendliness
4.4
4.5
Care services
3.7
4.2
Staff
4.3
4.4
Meals & dining
3.7
4.0
Activities
3.8
4.0
Value for cost*
3.9
4.0
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Buford memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Buford memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Buford, 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 Buford 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 Buford that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Buford, GANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
81.8%
65.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
54.5%
48.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
95.5%
82.4%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
86.4%
71.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
59.1%
28.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
72.7%
61.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
77.3%
72.4%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Buford 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 Buford Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Buford, GANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
81.8%
74.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
68.2%
46%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
81.8%
70.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
13.6%
26.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Buford 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 Buford partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Buford, GANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
36.4%
27.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
63.6%
44.4%
No sugar
No sugar
63.6%
41.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
59.1%
50%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
22.7%
17.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Buford 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 Buford communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Buford, GANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
54.5%
31.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
68.2%
39.7%
Room service
Room service
63.6%
36.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
22.7%
22.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Buford 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 Buford offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Buford, GANational
Activity director
Activity director
77.3%
45.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
59.1%
33.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
59.1%
28.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
81.8%
54.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
72.7%
51.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
72.7%
60.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
72.7%
39.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
50%
34.8%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
54.5%
36.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
72.7%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
68.2%
47.6%
Dances
Dances
68.2%
31.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
36.4%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
77.3%
46.3%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Sunrise of Five Forks, Oaks at Hampton and Atria Park of Tucker are the top-rated memory care facilities near Buford, Georgia. See full list of communities.

There are 22 memory care facilities near Buford, Georgia. See the full list.

The best memory care facilities near you in Buford, Georgia are Sunrise of Five Forks, Oaks at Hampton and Inspired Living at Alpharetta. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

The 22 memory care facilities near you in Buford, Georgia typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Buford, 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 Buford, 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 Buford, Georgia ranges from $1000 to $12000. The average Memory Care cost in Buford, Georgia is $4,517. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Buford, Georgia typically starts at $1000. 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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