Georgia nursing homes and skilled nursing directory

Discover Skilled Nursing Care in Georgia

Skilled nursing homes in Georgia receive residents only through referrals from a medical professional. A visit with your physician can help set arrangements for the continuous medical care you need. With complete medical care provided around the clock, residents will find that their mental, physical, and social needs can be aptly met in this classically Southern state.

Nursing Homes in Georgia - Cost Comparison

City	Monthly Minimum	Monthly Maximum	Monthly Median
Athens	$4,720	$7,090	$5,050
Atlanta	$4,565	$6,540	$5,170
Augusta	$4,625	$7,300	$5,505
Gainesville	$4,410	$7,090	$5,475
Savannah	$4,230	$6,755	$5,200
Valdosta	$5,325	$6,510	$6,510

Currently, there are approximately 360 nursing homes in Georgia. Depending on your location in the state, prices can vary. The median annual cost of nursing care in Georgia comes to around $71,175 a year for private a room and $66,795 for semi-private rooms.

For more information regarding nursing home costs in Georgia, check out Genworth's 2015 Cost of Care Survey - Georgia.

Recreations & Attractions in Georgia

Georgia is a state with many different attractions to give any resident or visitor a taste of the Peach State. The World of Coca-Cola is a museum showing the history of The Coca-Cola Company. Get a behind-the-scenes view of the bottling process, walk through the history of the bottled soft drink, or learn some of the secrets of the Coca-Cola formula.

For nature lovers, the Atlanta Botanical Garden is a 30-acre botanical garden located in midtown Atlanta. The garden offers weekly shows and classes including Yoga in the Garden and Growing Edibles. You can visit the Kendeda Canopy Walk to walk through the treetops, or view the Garden Lights.

For those that have a love for performing arts, Fox Theatre will provide opportunities for you to watch ballets, concerts, theatrical performances, and you can even rent spaces to host your own event.

Georgia's Climate, Geography, & Culture

Georgia residents are known for their friendliness and southern hospitality. In the Peach State, there is a strong sense of community, and you will even hear a distinct Southern dialect when Georgia natives speak.

Georiga's climate is defined as humid subtropical, meaning that the state has mild winters and hot summers. The mountainous region in the north-west is typically cooler than the rest of the state. Winters in Georgia are more than bearable with daily highs averaging about 50-degrees Fahrenheit. While it is rare to have heavy snow accumulations or blizzards in Georgia, freezing rain is something that drivers need to be aware of during the winter months.

During the summer, days are hot with average temperature highs at about 90-degrees. Georgia is not usually directly hit with hurricanes due to its small coastline, but the state does experience tropical cyclones. Georgia does experience tornadoes, though they are rarely stronger than F1. More intense tornadoes are uncommon in the state.

Georgia's Nursing Home Regulations & Laws

Georgia's nursing homes are inspected and licensed through the Office of Regulatory Services (ORS), which is a branch of the Georgia Department of Human Resources. During inspections, the physical conditions of both, the staff members and residents, are evaluated. The nursing home will also be inspected to ensure that proper care is maintained as well as safety. If nursing homes wish to accept residents who use Medicaid or Medicare to pay for their nursing home care, they must also follow federal rules and regulations as well.

Crime & Safety in Georgia

Although the Southern charm of Georgia is certainly alluring, you’re going to want to make sure that your loved one resides in a safe and conscientious community. Georgia’s rates of violent and property crimes are similar to the national average, with slightly less crime than the rest of the U.S. per square mile. It’s a good idea to research the statistics of a place before deciding on a long-term care option, but nothing beats an old-fashioned tour of the area to feel if it’s right for your cherished elder. Below are some of the safest cities in Georgia today:

Location	Violent Crimes Per 1,000 Residents	Property Crimes Per 1,000 Residents
Summerville	0.23	7.04
Johns Creek	0.33	7.05
Grovetown	0.32	9.39
Milton	0.19	9.94

(source: safewise.com)

Payment Options for Georgia Skilled Nursing Care

In Georgia, 74% of nursing home residents receive help from Medicaid after being referred by their doctor or physician. For many, this is the only way skilled nursing services can be accessed due to high costs. Individuals 65 and older, disabled, or blind can be eligible for Georgia’s Medicaid program if the income and asset limits are met. For those receiving Supplemental Security Income, qualification is automatic. Otherwise, one’s monthly income must be less than $2,163 a month. However, the feeling that your loved one is being cared for in a premium medical environment is priceless.

Senior & Elderly Rights for Nursing Home Care in Georgia

Senior residents in Georgia nursing homes have rights regarding admission, transfer, discharge, and care. Residents have the right to adequate care and services without discrimination. As a resident, you have the right to exercise constitutional rights, the right to enjoy one's privacy, and the right to practice religious beliefs. Georgia nursing home residents also have the right to participate in decisions pertaining to their medical care, treatment, and medical services, including the right to refuse treatment, medications, and experimental procedures. Residents have the right to have visitors and the right to refuse visitors.

Georgia Nursing Homes: Medical Record Rules & Regulations

Residents receiving nursing home care or any other type of medical attention in Georgia are entitled to a comprehensive and accurate record of their diagnosis and treatment. State and federal laws provide that residents have access to their records and health information, as well as the right to know when disclosures have been made. Otherwise, these records are to remain confidential for up to 7 years and can be accessed by submitting a request and providing a small fee.