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10 Best Nursing Homes in Waycross, GA

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Waycross is home to many senior care options, including nursing homes. The term “nursing home” is often used as a catchall for any type of senior care. But it can also refer to actual nursing homes, or skilled nursing facilities, which provide the highest level of medical and rehabilitative care outside of a hospital. Of the 20 nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care communities in Waycross, the best fit for your loved one will depend on their budget and needs. The cost of nursing home care in Waycross is about $4,109, but costs tend to increase as care needs increase. To learn more, browse our 29 reviews and explore the services and amenities available in your area.

 

As you consider nursing homes near you, you may also want to expand your search to areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Cogdell, Axson and Winokur.

Nursing Homes Facilities near Waycross, GA

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Photo of At Home Senior Living of Jesup
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The staff that I have interacted with have always been very helpful and kind. They show real concern and care for my sister and her well being. I would absolutely recommend At Home Senior Living to anyone.
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 Home Senior Living of Jesup is proud to have an LPN onsite Monday through Friday with an RN availability to assist with medical concerns that may arise. Our weekend staff have received training to monitor for changes in condition and when to notify a supervisor to ensure prompt medical care is...
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1 very good 2 also very good 3 good - they become like family 4 food is good almost always 6 not much activity but [name removed] is usually up and out of her room 7 about as good as can be
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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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With the caveat that you have to go often to make sure they know you do come often and you are monitoring their care. We are very happy with the facility. My mother in law is happy there and the staff seem...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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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My dad lived at The Landings for a couple of years after some bad experiences with at home 24 hour sitters for several years. The Landings caretakers and staff were always there to help with any of his...
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.
58 unit Assisted Living facility in South GA that offers assistance in Living.We offer assistance with many levels of care. We are located in Douglas Georgia between Tifton and Waycross. We offer hospitality and compassion for the elderly and we strive to provide excellence in retirement and...
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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.
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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.
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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.
Surrounded by palm trees and blanketed in luscious green grass, Tebeau House in Waycross Georgia is senior living at its finest. Less than twenty seniors live together in a community of sharing; they live in spacious surroundings with wheelchair accessible showers and full tubs in every bathroom....
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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Provides: Nursing Homes
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Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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: Nursing Homes
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Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Nursing homes are many things to many people. Whatever your needs, our goal is to provide compassionate nursing care in a clean, comfortable setting where you will feel at home. Individualized attention begins as soon as you are admitted, and our skilled nurses meet with you regularly to discuss...

Cost of nursing homes in Waycross, GA

The average cost of senior living in Waycross is $4,109 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Fargo, GA with an average of $3,299 per month.

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Waycross, GA vs. nearby cities

Waycross, GA
$4,109/mo
$4,214/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Waycross, GA vs. the state and national average

Waycross, GA
$4,109/mo
$4,230/mo
U.S. national average
$4,893/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Waycross vs. other types of senior living

$4,222/mo
Nursing Homes
$4,109/mo

Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Waycross, GA by room type

Semi-Private
$3,200/mo
Studio
$4,732/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,147/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,500/mo

Average cost of Nursing Homes in Waycross over time

Waycross, GAGA stateNational

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What families are saying about nursing homes in Waycross

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Waycross

Lakes Crossing Senior Living in Kingsland, GA

4.9
The community is very clean, and the staff members always seem happy. The meals and dining service seems to be okay and they always have a lot of activities going on for the residents.

Dayspring Senior Living in Hilliard, FL

4.3
The workers at the community like our loved one and talk to him, he is told them about living in [name removed]. It is a super clean community, smart toilets that fall camera in our loved ones room.

At Home Senior Living of Jesup

5.0
I personally have not been there but I have dealt with staff over the phone and through emails. My cousin has visited and she was very pleased with the appearance and the staff.

Waycross nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Waycross nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Waycross, 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 Waycross nursing homes

Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Waycross that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Waycross, GANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
27.3%
2.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
18.2%
9.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
72.7%
26%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
81.8%
26.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
36.4%
9.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
27.3%
0.7%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
81.8%
22.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
45.5%
6.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
36.4%
17.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Waycross nursing homes

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 Waycross Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Waycross, GANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
45.5%
3.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
18.2%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
27.3%
5.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Waycross nursing homes

Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Waycross partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Waycross, GANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
9.1%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
18.2%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
9.1%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
9.1%
3.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Waycross nursing homes

Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Waycross communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Waycross, GANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
9.1%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
9.1%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
9.1%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
9.1%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Waycross nursing homes

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Waycross offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Waycross, GANational
Activity director
Activity director
27.3%
0.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
9.1%
0.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
36.4%
6.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
27.3%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
36.4%
6.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
18.2%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
18.2%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
9.1%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
18.2%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
27.3%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
9.1%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
18.2%
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Frequently Asked Questions

At Home Senior Living of Jesup, Lakes Crossing Senior Living and Dayspring Senior Living are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Waycross, Georgia. See full list of communities.

There are 20 nursing homes facilities near Waycross, Georgia. See the full list.

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