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624 Gainesville Hwy
Winder, GA 30680
Magnolia Estates Assisted Living Care is a senior care community located at 624 Gainesville Hwy in Winder, Georgia. With approximately 39,000 residents in the zip code of 30680, the neighboring area has a dense population. It is a ...
706 High Point Dr
Winder, GA 30680
Located at 706 High Point Dr, Lifetime CLA is a senior housing community serving Winder, Georgia. With a median per-family income of $48,674, the community is in a primarily middle class area. It is heavily populated, with around ...
181 Capitol Ave
Winder, GA 30680
Situated within the Russell area of the city, New Beginnings is a senior housing facility in Winder, Georgia. The community is in a generally middle income area, with a median per-family income of $48,674. With approximately 39,000 poeple ...
868 Whispering Way
Winder, GA 30680
Whispering Way - Normal Life Of Ga is a senior housing facility located at 868 Whispering Way in Winder, Georgia. With roughly 39,000 individuals residing in the 30680 zip code, the surrounding area has a dense population. It ...
294 Tanners Bridge Rd
Bethlehem, GA 30620
Located at 294 Tanners Bridge Rd, FAM Personal Care Home is a residential care home in Bethlehem, Georgia. The community is in a primarily middle income area, with a median per-household income of $54,028. It has an average ...
6 miles away from Winder, GA
1322 Smokerise Ln
Auburn, GA 30011
Located at 1322 Smokerise Ln in Auburn, Georgia, Maria's Warm Home is a 2 bed senior housing facility. With approximately 15,000 poeple living in the 30011 zip code, the surrounding area has a medium-density population. It is a ...
6 miles away from Winder, GA
Mulberry Grove is a senior care community located at 343 Price St in Statham, Georgia. The community is in a generally middle income area, with an average per-family income of $50,873. It has an average population density, with ...
7 miles away from Winder, GA
2494 Lilies Trace
Dacula, GA 30019
Located at 2494 Lilies Trace in Dacula, Georgia, Blossom PCH is a 3 unit senior care facility. The community is in a primarily well-to-do area, with a median household income of $78,415. With roughly 41,000 poeple living in ...
9 miles away from Winder, GA
971 Harbins Rd
Dacula, GA 30019
Located at 971 Harbins Rd, Rose of Sharon is a senior housing community serving Dacula, Georgia. The facility is in a primarily upscale area, with an average household income of $78,415. It is heavily populated, with approximately 41,000 ...
10 miles away from Winder, GA
171 Highway 78 NW
Monroe, GA 30655
Located at 171 Highway 78 NW, Summers Landing is a senior care community serving Monroe, Georgia. The facility is in a primarily middle class area, with an average family income of $46,331. With approximately 25,000 poeple living in ...
11 miles away from Winder, GA
171 Highway 78 NW
Monroe, GA 30655
Hollander Senior Living Monroe is a senior housing community located at 171 Highway 78 NW in Monroe, Georgia. With about 25,000 poeple living in the 30655 zip code, the encompassing area is heavily populated. It is a mostly ...
11 miles away from Winder, GA
Park Place Nursing Facility is a 165 room skilled nursing facility. It is located at 1865 Bold Springs Rd in Monroe, Georgia. With an average per-family income of $46,331, the facility is in a primarily middle class area. ...
11 miles away from Winder, GA
1822 Madrid Falls Rd
Braselton, GA 30517
Mariana Home Care is a senior care facility located at 1822 Madrid Falls Rd in Braselton, Georgia. The surrounding area has a medium-density population, with roughly 13,000 people residing in the 30517 zip code. It is a largely ...
11 miles away from Winder, GA
3949 Pine Gorge Cir
Dacula, GA 30019
Located at 3949 Pine Gorge Cir, Sunshine Elderly Residential Care Home is a care home in Dacula, Georgia. With roughly 41,000 poeple living in the zip code of 30019, the surrounding area is heavily populated. It is a ...
11 miles away from Winder, GA
639 Davenport Rd
Braselton, GA 30517
Located at 639 Davenport Rd, Olive Branch is a senior care community serving Braselton, Georgia. The community is in a primarily middle class area, with a median per-household income of $65,224. With approximately 13,000 individuals residing in the ...
11 miles away from Winder, GA
Located at 3550 Hog Mountain Rd, Angels Garden Senior Communities is a senior housing community in Dacula, Georgia. The neighboring area is heavily populated, with approximately 41,000 poeple living in the 30019 zip code. It is a mostly ...
11 miles away from Winder, GA
5373 Thomnpsons Mill Rd
Braselton, GA 30517
Oaks at Braselton is a senior care facility located at 5373 Thomnpsons Mill Rd in Braselton, Georgia. The facility is in a mostly middle income area, with an average family income of $65,224. It has a medium-density population, ...
11 miles away from Winder, GA
5373 Thompson Mill Rd
Hoschton, GA 30548
The Oaks at Braselton is a senior community located at 5373 Thompson Mill Rd in Hoschton, Georgia. With an average family income of $75,767, the facility is in a predominantly affluent area. It has an average population density, ...
12 miles away from Winder, GA
2581 Doc Hughes Rd
Buford, GA 30519
Located at 2581 Doc Hughes Rd, Hamilton Mill Personal Care Home is a residential care home serving Buford, Georgia. The neighboring area has a dense population, with around 41,000 poeple living in the 30519 zip code. It is ...
12 miles away from Winder, GA
1260 Hiram Davis Rd
Lawrenceville, GA 30045
Located at 1260 Hiram Davis Rd, New Hope Care Home is a residential care facility in Lawrenceville, Georgia. The community is in a mostly middle income area, with an average per-household income of $66,761. With around 35,000 poeple ...
13 miles away from Winder, GA
Winder is a city of approximately 18,300 residents and the seat of Barrow County. According to the 2020 Census, just over 15% of its citizens are aged 65 and older. They can enjoy the peaceful ambiance of a sparsely populated city while also being 30 minutes west of Athens and less than an hour east of Atlanta. Although the Northeast Georgia Medical Center Barrow is the only significant medical facility in the city, it has a good reputation locally, while Winder, in general, has an above-average number of Medicare-registered physicians.
Despite its rural location, seniors in Winder are served by 23 assisted living facilities. The average fee published in the 2020 Genworth Cost of Care Survey is $4,263 per month, which, although significantly more than the state average, isn't as much as the national median of $4,300. Despite these fees being above the state average, the number of assisted living facilities in and around Winder suggests many consider them worth paying.
Winder has a SeniorScore of 65, which is seven points below the state and national averages of 72. The score reflects the analysis of 100+ variables that can impact daily life for older citizens. However, not all the variables will affect individual seniors, so the SeniorScore should be seen in context. For example, due to its rural location, Winder can't compete for choice with larger cities, but it's the rustic nature of the area that makes it so charming to some seniors.
A factor in Winder's appeal is the below-average cost of living. Incomes can go further, particularly health care costs, which, according to Sperling's BestPlaces, have an average index of 90.5, which is much lower than the state average of 95.5 and the national average of 100. The climate is senior-friendly too, with temperatures averaging a crisp 31 degrees in January but regularly reaching a comfortable 90 degrees in July. Snow isn't common, so seniors needn't be too concerned about slippery paths, while the above-average rainfall contributes to the good air quality, high drinking water standard and rich green landscape.
Winder may have a small population but it has plenty of recreational facilities. Golfers have 52 courses in which they can improve their swing, while those who prefer to enjoy the beautiful scenery without exertion have four parks in which to stroll and picnic. Shoppers can get retail therapy in the six malls, while the faithful are well-served by the area's 55 churches. The combination of Winder's attractive cost of living and diversity of attractions makes it a good choice for many seniors.
The SeniorScore™ is calculated based on over 100 variables, some of which are shown below. The final score is curved based on a linear curving method. For More info visit senioradvice.com/seniorscore.
Since Winder is only 40 minutes from Gainesville, the 2020 Genworth Cost of Care Survey it shares the cost with the area centering on that city. This results in an average of $4,263, which is significantly more than normal for Georgia, where the typical senior pays $3,500 per month for assisted living. However, Winder's fees are a little below average for the country, with the typical American paying $4,300.
Winder's seniors pay, on average, the highest fees in Georgia for assisted living. Nearby, only their peers in Atlanta come close, with fees of $4,000, while on the coast, Brunswick seniors pay $4,124. It's more common to see monthly costs in the $3,000 range. In Dalton, the median is $3,588, while only 30 minutes from Winder, in Athens, it's common to pay $3,366 for assisted living, although the busier environment may put off some seniors who prefer Winder's more laidback feel. Augusta and Rome have almost identical average fees, at $3,090 and $3,088, respectively. To find significant savings, seniors may want to consider relocating to the area in and around Macon, where the typical assisted living placement costs $2,730 per month. This provides a similarly rural environment, but the journey times to major cities would be much longer.
Long-Term Care Ombudsman The Long-Term Care Ombudsman is a state-sponsored free service for seniors in residential care facilities. It's managed in Barrow County by the Athens Community Council on Aging, a nonprofit organization partly staffed by volunteers who regularly visit assisted living communities to speak to residents and ensure they know their rights. Seniors can register complaints about their care with the ombudsman, who will investigate and pursue a satisfactory solution with the care provider. 63 Lee Street, Winder, GA 30680 |
Barrow County Veterans Resource Center The purpose of Barrow County Veterans Resource Center is to support U.S. military veterans in the community and their spouses and dependents. It can assist vets dealing with PTSD and other conditions caused by their active service. It can also help them prepare and claim for any local, state and federal benefits to which they're entitled. This may include some military benefits that specifically relate to long-term care, such as VA Aid and Attendance. 66 McElroy Street, Winder, GA 30680 |
Senior Citizens Center The Senior Citizens Center in Winder is managed by the Barrow County Leisure Services Department. It's a place for adults aged 60 and older to meet and socialize with others in their age group. The center provides opportunities for seniors to maintain their fitness in its exercise studio, brush up on their IT skills in computer classes, join in with popular games, such as bingo, and enjoy overnight stays on organized excursions. The facility also has a pool table and pickleball court and several card tables. 80 Lee Street, Winder, GA 30680 |
Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) RSVP is a national program operated locally by Athens Community Council on Aging. The agency can connect seniors who want to help those less fortunate in their community with the nonprofits that rely on volunteers. As RSVP members, seniors can also — depending on the nature of their voluntary work — claim some expenses, get fully trained and be eligible for certain discounts. Volunteers can work in fields in which they have previous experience or take on something new, such as delivering meals to homebound seniors and counseling others on their state health insurance options. 135 Hoyt Street, Athens, GA 30601 |
ACCA Transportation ACCA provides a free transit service for adults aged 60+ in Winder who have no other means of transportation and whose incomes fall on or below the threshold. Seniors who don't satisfy the financial criteria can also use the curb-to-curb service but must pay $10 per one-way trip. The drivers can assist passengers at all stages of the journey and are fully trained in first aid, CPR and defensive driving. Rides can be for any purpose, including shopping trips, and some vehicles have been specially adapted to serve wheelchair users. 63 Lee Street, Winder, GA 30680 |
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How much is assisted living in the state of Georgia?
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The average cost of assisted living in Georgia is approximately $83 per day (ranging from $28 to $265), $2,500 per month (ranging from $850 to $7,950), and $30,000 annually (ranging from $10,200 to $95,400).
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How much do assisted living facilities cost in Winder?
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The cost of assisted living in Winder, Georgia runs between $700 and $5,500 monthly, with an average of $3,060 (or around $36,720 per year).
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What does assisted living include?
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Assisted living may be offered in either shared or private rooms, contingent upon the individual's budget. Services generally include 24-monitoring, assistance with medication, transportation assitance, help getting dressed, and toileting assistance.
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What assisted living communities in Winder take Medicaid?
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The William Breman Jewish Home, Park Place Nursing Facility, The Oaks - Carrollton, Lake City Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, and Christian City are accepting Medicaid for assisted living in Winder.
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Are there many seniors in Winder?
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Though the encompassing statistical area is home to 5,277,989 people, there are 37,837 living in the city. The 55+ community currently comprises 20% of the overall population.
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