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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Shell Bluff, GA

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If your loved one needs memory care in Shell Bluff, A Place for Mom can help. With 65 memory care facilities in Shell Bluff, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.

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

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Sand Hills Historic District, Forest Hills and Country Club Hills.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Augusta, Telfair Woods and Hattieville.

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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.
Our assisted-living facility is designed to provide you comfort, privacy and, above all, the ability to help choose your lifestyle options. We want you to decide how you will live -- and we are here to help. Personal-care aides are present around the clock -- to remind you to take medications,...
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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
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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, 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.
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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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, 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.
Atria Martinez creates for our residents a warm and enriching environment that enhances their experience of the Augusta area. We have a cozy fireplace in our living room and activity parlor that encourages conversation and camaraderie. Our computer and Internet access keep our community...
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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.
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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.
Photo of Trinity on Laurens
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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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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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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.
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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, 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.
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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We have had our grandmother there since February 2021. She loves it there. We had to temporary move to a new facility due to a situation beyond our control; she, nor the staff, couldn’t wait to have her...
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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 Shell Bluff, GA

The average cost of senior living in Shell Bluff is $3,974 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Garfield, GA with an average of $2,712 per month.

Memory care costs in Shell Bluff, GA, vs. nearby cities

Shell Bluff, GA
$3,974/mo
$3,906/mo

Memory care costs in Shell Bluff, GA, vs. state and national averages

Shell Bluff, GA
$3,974/mo
$4,092/mo
U.S. national average
$4,794/mo

Memory care costs in Shell Bluff, GA, vs. other senior living options

Memory Care
$3,974/mo

Memory care costs in Shell Bluff, GA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,339/mo
Studio
$4,716/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,005/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,053/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,975/mo

Senior living costs in Shell Bluff vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Shell Bluff, GA
Column state: Georgia
Column national: U.S.
Community typeShell Bluff, GAGeorgiaU.S.
Memory Care$3,974/mo$4,092/mo$4,794/mo
Assisted Living$3,859/mo$3,591/mo$4,557/mo
Independent Living$1,075/mo$4,247/mo$4,016/mo
Memory Care
Shell Bluff, GA:$3,974/mo
Georgia:$4,092/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Assisted Living
Shell Bluff, GA:$3,859/mo
Georgia:$3,591/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Independent Living
Shell Bluff, GA:$1,075/mo
Georgia:$4,247/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Memory care costs in Shell Bluff, GA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Shell Bluff and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

Shell Bluff, GAGA stateNational

Memory care cost trends in Shell Bluff, GA

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Shell Bluff have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Shell Bluff, GA$4,972/mo$4,424/mo+12.4%
Georgia$4,666/mo$4,497/mo+3.8%
National$6,456/mo$6,090/mo+6.0%
Shell Bluff, GA
2024 average cost:$4,972/mo
2023 average cost:$4,424/mo
Percent change:+12.4%
Georgia
2024 average cost:$4,666/mo
2023 average cost:$4,497/mo
Percent change:+3.8%
National
2024 average cost:$6,456/mo
2023 average cost:$6,090/mo
Percent change:+6.0%
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What families are saying about memory care in Shell Bluff

Recent reviews for memory care in Shell Bluff

Benton House of Aiken

5.0
We chose Benton House over others we looked into because I was most impressed by the team of management of the facility. I had confidence in the place after getting to know them. The room sizes here are perfectly adequate, they had two room sizes available for the same price. I have eaten here ...
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Hitchcock Square in Aiken, SC

5.0
Families had a great time sharing breakfast with their loved ones. Pancakes, bacon, and eggs were served along with coffee and juices. The staff, as usual, were attentive to us all. I enjoy the activities that Hitchcock Square provide for the people staying there.

Brookdale Augusta

4.0
A very nice community, rooms are clean,dining is nice, and they are served the food. Activities are available. They are very informative and helpful. We picked this community because, they were the most helpful in the transition and everything went smoothly. Just wish now they could keep their ...
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Shell Bluff review score based on 140 family reviews

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This proprietary review score is based on 140 reviews of 52 Shell Bluff memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Shell Bluff 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

Shell Bluff review score compared against nearby cities

8.0
Shell Bluff, GA52 facilities
7.9
Waynesboro, GA70 facilities
8.1
Girard, GA64 facilities

Review subcategories for Shell Bluff 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 140 reviews of 52 Shell Bluff memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Shell Bluff 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.
Shell Bluff, GA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.1
4.1
Friendliness
4.3
4.3
Care services
4.0
3.9
Staff
4.1
4.1
Meals & dining
3.8
3.8
Activities
3.9
3.8
Value for cost*
3.9
3.8
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Shell Bluff memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Shell Bluff memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Shell Bluff, 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 Shell Bluff 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 Shell Bluff that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Shell Bluff, GANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
40.4%
66.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
21.2%
49.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
38.5%
73.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
23.1%
29.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
90%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
38.5%
63%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
36.5%
74%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Shell Bluff 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 Shell Bluff Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Shell Bluff, GANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
34.6%
75.6%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
26.9%
47%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
34.6%
72%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
15.4%
27.1%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Shell Bluff 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 Shell Bluff partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Shell Bluff, GANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
19.2%
28.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
26.9%
45.1%
No sugar
No sugar
21.2%
42.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
26.9%
51%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
13.5%
17%
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Availability of select dining options in Shell Bluff 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 Shell Bluff communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Shell Bluff, GANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
28.8%
32.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
32.7%
40.4%
Room service
Room service
25%
37.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
11.5%
23.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Shell Bluff 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 Shell Bluff offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Shell Bluff, GANational
Activity director
Activity director
36.5%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
30.8%
34.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
17.3%
28.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
42.3%
55.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
34.6%
52.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
38.5%
62.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
32.7%
40.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
25%
35.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
32.7%
37%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
34.6%
48.1%
Live performances
Live performances
32.7%
48.7%
Dances
Dances
25%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
9.6%
22.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
32.7%
47.2%
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State regulations for memory care in Shell Bluff

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for memory care. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Georgia memory care regulations will help you understand how memory care communities in Shell Bluff protect seniors.
Learn about Georgia memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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