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If your loved one needs memory care in Alto, A Place for Mom can help. With 175 memory care facilities in Alto, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.

Alzheimer’s care in Alto incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. Alto memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in Alto, know it’s a safe setting for your older relative.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Lakeshore Estates, Tugaloo and Bellton.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Gainesville, Oakwood and New Holland.

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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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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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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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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.
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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My father lived at Best Care for almost eight years beginning in August of 2009 after we had tried two other larger assisted living homes in Cumming. [Name removed] took him in and kept him until he died in...
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.
Bestcare Senior Living is a senior care community located in Lawrenceville, Georgia, Gwinnett County, especially designed for nurturing those with Alzheimer's and related forms of dementia. Our community is small, homey and clean, providing our residents with a quiet, gentle structure. A suburb...
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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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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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Just recently I asked one of the aides to put my mom in some nice clothes so family could visit and she did a great job; my mother was all cleaned up. The care really is good, but when you go into the rooms,...
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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.
Choosing the right assisted living facility for an elderly loved one who is suffering from Alzheimer's or other memory issues is one of the important decisions of your lifetime. We at Haven Memory Care of Snellville are here to help you and your loved one in your time of need. We are a full...
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My mother has lived at the Cohen Home for the last 2 months and we are so happy that we made the decision to make this her new home. We looked and interviewed so many memory care properties and none compared...
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.
A Jewish Home Life Community that is open to all, The Cohen Home is an assisted living community that exemplifies the principles of family, community and Jewish values. Located in a quiet residential neighborhood near shopping, dining and medical centers, our residents benefit from our I'm Still...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Located on twenty three acres of natural beauty, Chestnut Hill of Highlands offers a truly unique retirement community.  Surrounded by beautiful mountain vistas, Chestnut Hill offers independent cottage living, independent lodge apartments, and beautiful assisted living suites expressly...
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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.
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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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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 Alto, GA

The average cost of senior living in Alto is $4,375 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Helen, GA with an average of $3,276 per month.

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

Alto, GA
$4,375/mo
$4,355/mo
$4,318/mo

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

Alto, GA
$4,375/mo
$4,059/mo
U.S. national average
$4,761/mo

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

Memory Care
$4,375/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,044/mo
Studio
$4,740/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,012/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,877/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,155/mo

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Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about memory care in Alto

Recent reviews for memory care in Alto

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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Manor Lake Gainesville

5.0
Manor Lake was an excellent facility, we were very pleased with facility and the staff they could not of been nicer. While our loved one was there they took excellent care of her, and towards the end when we had to bring in hospice they allowed us to come in more than just the normal visiting ...
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Alto review score based on 678 family reviews

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This proprietary review score is based on 678 reviews of 152 Alto memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Alto 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

Alto review score compared against nearby cities

8.1
Alto, GA152 facilities
8.1
Baldwin, GA166 facilities
8.2
Cornelia, GA146 facilities

Review subcategories for Alto 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 678 reviews of 152 Alto memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Alto 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.
Alto, GA averageNational average
Cleanliness
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4.4
Friendliness
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4.5
Care services
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4.2
Staff
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4.4
Meals & dining
3.9
4.0
Activities
3.9
4.0
Value for cost*
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Alto memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Alto memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Alto, 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 Alto 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 Alto that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Alto, GANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
67.1%
57.8%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
41.9%
43.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
90.4%
74.4%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
91%
89.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
70.7%
64.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
41.3%
25.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
91%
80.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
59.9%
54.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
65.3%
64.2%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Alto 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 Alto Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Alto, GANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
66.5%
66.7%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
46.1%
41.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
52.7%
62.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Alto 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 Alto partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Alto, GANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
25.7%
24.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
53.3%
39.6%
No sugar
No sugar
49.7%
37%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
43.7%
44.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
17.4%
14.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Alto 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 Alto communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Alto, GANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
42.5%
28.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
52.7%
34.4%
Room service
Room service
47.3%
32.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
18.6%
20%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Alto 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 Alto offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Alto, GANational
Activity director
Activity director
58.7%
40.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
44.9%
29.9%
Community service programs
Community service programs
37.1%
25.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
65.3%
48.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
61.1%
46.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
59.3%
54.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
55.1%
35.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
45.5%
30.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
43.7%
32.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
58.1%
42.2%
Live performances
Live performances
58.7%
42.6%
Dances
Dances
38.9%
27.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
17.4%
19.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
58.1%
41.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

There are 175 memory care facilities near Alto, Georgia. See the full list.

The best memory care facilities near you in Alto, Georgia are Oaks at Hampton, Belvedere Commons of Seneca and Inspired Living at Alpharetta. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

The 175 memory care facilities near you in Alto, Georgia typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Alto, 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 Alto, 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 Alto, Georgia ranges from $1750 to $9000. The average Memory Care cost in Alto, Georgia is $4,375. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Alto, Georgia typically starts at $1750. 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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