About Assisted LivingAssisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.Complete guide to assisted livingBest of 2024 Assisted Living Winners
About Memory CareMemory 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. Complete guide to memory careBest of 2024 Memory Care Winners
About Independent LivingIndependent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.Complete guide to independent livingBest of 2024 Independent Living Winners
About Senior LivingSenior living is a term used to describe various housing and care options for older adults from maintenance-free, 55+ facilities for active seniors, to secure, fully staffed facilities for seniors with Alzheimer's or dementia. Complete guide to senior livingFind senior living facilities near you
About Nursing HomesNursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.Complete guide to Nursing Homes
About Senior ApartmentsSenior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.Complete guide to Senior Apartments
About Care HomesResidential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.Complete guide to care homes
Veteran ResourcesVA benefits for long-term care, such as Aid and Attendance benefits, can help eligible veterans and their surviving spouses pay for senior care.Guide to VA benefits for long-term care
Senior Living Home

10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Planter, GA

Answer a few questions to get personalized results

Who are you searching for?

If you’re looking for assisted living in Planter, our local senior living advisors can help you find a safe, welcoming community for you or your loved one. Whether you’re searching for luxury assisted living in Planter or sticking to a budget, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of assisted living in Planter.

From there, we’ll show you the best assisted living communities in Planter for your family member’s budget, lifestyle, and personal care needs. With 10 assisted living facilities in the Planter area, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find a secure and social community for this next stage of life.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Oconee Heights.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Athens, Jefferson and Statham.

Planter Assisted Living Facilities | 225 Reviews

Showing 10 communities
Last Updated: 11/7/24
Sort by
Filter by
Review Score
Distance
Amenities
Providers
Photo of Arbor Terrace Athens
1616 Photos available
9.3
Review score
29 reviews
9.3
Review score
29 reviews
5 star
76%
4 star
24%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
See all reviews
Long story short, they were awesome! My Dad was supported through his passing. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would absolutely recommend this community to other families, thanks again!
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.
Arbor Terrace of Athens is the premier assisted living community in the greater Athens, Georgia, area, providing the highest quality of geriatric care and assisted living, including innovative memory care designed specifically to support residents affected by Alzheimer's disease and other...
See details
Photo of Brookside Commerce
1111 Photos available
9.0
Review score
37 reviews
9.0
Review score
37 reviews
5 star
49%
4 star
32%
3 star
11%
2 star
3%
1 star
5%
See all reviews
Staff have been helpful with those special, individualized needs that my aunt has. They do their best to work with us on special requests. Food needs to have more flavor. When I've tasted my aunts food,...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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.
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.
Brookside Commerce is a senior living community offering a wide range of care services in Commerce, GA. Commerce boasts small town southern charm with convenient access to the metropolitan areas of Athens and Atlanta. Our town has many fun events year-round, a thriving downtown area, eclectic...
Photo of Haven Memory Care of Athens
2626 Photos available
8.9
Review score
19 reviews
8.9
Review score
19 reviews
5 star
52%
4 star
32%
3 star
5%
2 star
0%
1 star
11%
See all reviews
[name removed]and her staff made the experience of placing my dad extremely comfortable and worry less. Everyone is so friendly and attentive. He was very much taken care of. The establishment is...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
We purchased this building in August of 2022 and have been working tirelessly to become North East Georgia's only exclusive memory care community. By mid June we will have completed a 100% renovation to the entire building, thanks to a freezing Christmas eve in 2022. We pride ourselves on having...
See details
Photo of Oaks at Cedar Shoals
2323 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
7.9
Review score
21 reviews
7.9
Review score
21 reviews
5 star
57%
4 star
29%
3 star
14%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
See all reviews
If your family member is still able to get around and can perform daily tasks with some assistance, the Oaks at Cedar Shoals is a great option. It is well run and the staff are very loving and caring towards...
Provides: Assisted Living
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.
Located on the East side of Athens, across from Cedar Shoals High School, The Oaks at Cedar Shoals is an assisted living community close to St. Mary's Hospital.
See details
Photo of Hampton House Facility
22 Photos available
5 star
50%
4 star
33%
3 star
17%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
See all reviews
no activities. no entertainment. no crafts. no bingo. no games. no exercise. no community involvement. no one plays the piano, no singing. nothing going on. residents sleep, eat and read old newspaper. ...
Provides: Assisted Living
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.
The Hampton House is nestled in the curve of a quiet, small town street in Colbert GA. This historic home, which was built in the early 1900's, received a total renovation in 2008 keeping true to it's original stunning state created by the Hampton Family. The Hampton House opened its doors in...
Photo of Bountiful Hills Senior Living
33 Photos available
5.5
Review score
18 reviews
5.5
Review score
18 reviews
5 star
44%
4 star
28%
3 star
6%
2 star
11%
1 star
11%
See all reviews
They were kind and compassionate to my husband and kind to me and other family members. My husband was only there for a total of 22 days with a hospital stay in the middle which lasted 6 days. I would...
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.
Photo of Avery Village
2222 Photos available
6.9
Review score
42 reviews
6.9
Review score
42 reviews
5 star
54%
4 star
29%
3 star
5%
2 star
5%
1 star
7%
See all reviews
Our family was very pleased with Avery Village. It was an agonizing decision for us to place our mother in a memory care facility. Our first meeting with the director put us at ease. She came in and made...
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.
Avery Village, our Winterville senior living community, has recently received a beautiful renovation! We continue to provide thoughtful, compassionate care in a warm, lively community. We develop individual care plans to meet the needs of each resident. Nursing staff is available 24 hours a day...
See details
Photo of Talmadge Terrace
22 Photos available
5 star
0%
4 star
100%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
See all reviews
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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.
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.
Talmage Terrace... not just a home, it's a lifestyle. Talmage Terrace is a unique retirement community offering several living choices. For over 30 years, Talmage Terrace has provided a vibrant, safe community. Home to the University of Georgia, Athens provides a stimulating environment ripe with...
Photo of Highlands Senior Living Jefferson
1010 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
Pricing promotion expiring soon
6.8
Review score
50 reviews
6.8
Review score
50 reviews
5 star
44%
4 star
26%
3 star
6%
2 star
8%
1 star
16%
See all reviews
The reason for the 4s was due to Covid. They had a large turnover when the government (taxpayers) started paying people to stay home who were "afraid" to work in the health field. Prior to that, it was all...
Provides: Assisted Living
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.
Located in historic Jefferson, Georgia, and situated on 5 acres overlooking an 8-acre lake, Highlands Senior Living Jefferson offers a friendly and homey environment.Designed to promote socializing, Highlands Senior Living Jefferson provides a great room with a cozy fireplace and four comfortable...
See details
Photo of Whispering Pines Personal Care Home I and II
Provides: Assisted Living
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.
Inline cta image

Our free advisors can help

  • Compare local facilities
  • Determine care type
  • Schedule tours
  • Evaluate pricing

Cost of assisted living in Planter, GA

The average cost of senior living in Planter is $4,124 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Crawford, GA with an average of $3,429 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Planter, GA vs. nearby cities

Planter, GA
$4,124/mo
$4,077/mo
$3,554/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Planter, GA vs. the state and national average

Planter, GA
$4,124/mo
$3,584/mo
U.S. national average
$4,562/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Planter vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$4,124/mo
$4,056/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Planter, GA by room type

Semi-Private
$3,839/mo
Studio
$4,968/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,720/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,600/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Planter over time

Planter, GAGA stateNational

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Planter, GA

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Planter.

What families are saying about assisted living in Planter

Recent reviews for assisted living in Planter

The Overlook Senior Living in Monroe, GA

4.9
I was a little disappointed in the rent increase after one year. It was about 16.5%. The quality of care, friendliness, and cleaniness is amazing. The activities could use some improvement.

The Landing of Bogart

4.9
We are thankful for the supportive community at The Landing of Bogart. The staff is caring and attentive and helpful to our mom and dad every day. They bring their compassion to their positions as care team members. My siblings and I are actively involved in our parents' care. We chose the ...
Read more

Magnolia Estates of Oconee in Bogart, GA

5.0
When my husband and I moved to the Athens area, we needed a retirement living facility for my dad. Magnolia Estates was recommended to us by friends whose mother had previously been a resident. We visited and were very impressed with the facility and the staff. We chose Magnolia Estates and ...
Read more

Planter review score based on 39 family reviews

7.8
Review score10 facilities39 reviewsWrite a review
This proprietary review score is based on 39 reviews of 10 Planter assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Planter review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living 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

Planter review score compared against nearby cities

7.8
Planter, GA10 facilities
7.7
Ila, GA9 facilities
8.0
Nicholson, GA306 facilities

Review subcategories for Planter assisted living

When assisted living 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 39 reviews of 10 Planter assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Planter resident and family assisted living 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.
Planter, GA averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.9
4.5
Friendliness
4.4
4.6
Care services
3.9
4.2
Staff
4.1
4.5
Meals & dining
3.8
4.1
Activities
3.5
4.1
Value for cost*
3.8
4.1
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Planter assisted living services and amenities

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

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Planter that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Planter, GANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
80%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
60%
33.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
90%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
60%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
70%
48.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
90%
53.8%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Planter assisted living

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 Planter Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Planter, GANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
70%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
60%
32.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
60%
41.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
20%
13.7%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Planter assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Planter partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Planter, GANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
40%
27%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
60%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
40%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
80%
35.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
30%
13%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dining options in Planter assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Planter communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Planter, GANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
50%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
50%
42%
Room service
Room service
50%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20%
17.7%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Planter assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Planter offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Planter, GANational
Activity director
Activity director
70%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
70%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
40%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
90%
50%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
90%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
70%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
80%
41%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
30%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
60%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
70%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
80%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
40%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
10%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
70%
45.6%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

State regulations for assisted living in Planter

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Georgia assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Planter protect seniors.

Learn about Georgia Assisted Living regulations

Frequently Asked Questions

The Overlook Senior Living, Arbor Terrace Athens and Brookside Commerce are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Planter, Georgia. See full list of communities.

There are 10 assisted living facilities near Planter, Georgia. See the full list.

Photo cta image

More questions?

Ask an A Place for Mom local advisor at no cost.

The information contained on this page is for informational purposes only and is not intended to constitute medical, legal or financial advice or create a professional relationship between A Place for Mom and the reader. Always seek the advice of your health care provider, attorney or financial advisor with respect to any particular matter, and do not act or refrain from acting on the basis of anything you have read on this site. Links to third-party websites are only for the convenience of the reader; A Place for Mom does not endorse the contents of the third-party sites.
Back to top