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 2025 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 2025 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 2025 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 Memory Care Facilities in Fort Smith, GA

Answer a few questions to get personalized results
Who are you searching for?

If your loved one needs memory care in Fort Smith, A Place for Mom can help. With 22 memory care facilities in Fort Smith, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.

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

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Lakeshore Estates, Bellton and Sunset Heights.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Gainesville, Dawsonville and Dahlonega.

ShortCode tests:
top3CommunitiesWithLinks: Dahlonega Assisted Living, Gardens of Gainesville and Magnolia Senior Living at Dawsonville
zipAverageCost: $3,915

Fort Smith Memory Care Facilities | 132 Reviews

Showing 14 communities
Last Updated: 12/5/25
Sort by
Filter by
Review Score
Distance
See communities with
Amenities
Providers
Photo of Dahlonega Assisted Living
1212 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.0
Review score
9 reviews
8.0
Review score
9 reviews
5 star
67%
4 star
0%
3 star
11%
2 star
0%
1 star
22%
See all reviews
Rent has gone up over [amount removed]. Need new washers. But I'm sure everyone has had to go up in price. But I'm still very happy with the facility. They feed them plenty, but I'm not around much when...
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.
About us Dahlonega Assisted Living is always striving to offer the best amenities and services for our residents. Located in Dahlonega, GA, we benefit from and enjoy the breathtaking local surrounding areas. Residents have access to local restaurants, events and other entertainment venues...
Photo of Gardens of Gainesville
1717 Photos available
1212 Floor plans available
8.4
Review score
52 reviews
8.4
Review score
52 reviews
5 star
56%
4 star
21%
3 star
17%
2 star
6%
1 star
0%
See all reviews
I have found everything to be as I expected. Food is very good., staff is great and friendly and the residents are very friendly and helpful. I have a hard time doing all I want to do. The pool is great.
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.
The Gardens of Gainesville is situated at the base of the North Georgia Mountains on the outskirts of downtown Gainesville and a short distance from Lake Lanier. Offering Independent Senior Living (with services available), Assisted Living and Memory Care, The Gardens of Gainesville offers true...
See details
Photo of Magnolia Senior Living at Dawsonville
55 Photos available
8.3
Review score
20 reviews
8.3
Review score
20 reviews
5 star
50%
4 star
15%
3 star
15%
2 star
5%
1 star
15%
See all reviews
They truly care about their residents and are willing to sit down and work through any issues you might have. They do a good job of getting them involved with activities as well. The facility is clean and...
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.
See details
Photo of North Georgia Assisted Living
1010 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
5 star
67%
4 star
0%
3 star
11%
2 star
11%
1 star
11%
See all reviews
Grady [removed] and his staff was instrumental in making the facility a positive experience for both my Mother and our family at a very difficult time.
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.
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.
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.
5 star
0%
4 star
0%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
See all reviews
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.
5 star
15%
4 star
54%
3 star
15%
2 star
8%
1 star
8%
See all reviews
They did an excellent job at Tanglewood Community! It is a very nice place, and they take great care of the residents here. I like that they do not segregate the memory care patients, and allow everyone to...
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.
Tanglewood provides Assisted Living, Respite, and Adult Day Care services. The atmosphere at Tanglewood is rich in daily activities, with restaurant-style dining, lavishly decorated interiors with large common areas and smaller quant and intimate setting nooks. Our residents are viewed as guest...
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.
Photo of Sunrise Care Home
5 star
33%
4 star
33%
3 star
34%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
See all reviews
They are very good to me here. The aides treat me good and are very nice to me. The rooms are huge, and I have a private room with a nice size bathroom and shower.
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.
Lazy-R Personal Care Lazy-R Personal Care is a well-established senior living community located in the quaint town of Blairsville, Georgia. This small town has loads of charm and is a warm and welcoming town. Lazy-R is easily accessed just off of Highway 15. Nearby is the southern cuisine Fatz...
Inline cta image

Our free advisors can help

  • Compare local facilities
  • Determine care type
  • Schedule tours
  • Evaluate pricing
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.
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.
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.
5 star
100%
4 star
0%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
See all reviews
The owners of Stonehenge Senior Living, [names removed], care deeply about seniors and their quality of life. The facility is clean. Each staff member cares about each resident. They are diligent with...
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.

Cost of memory care in Fort Smith, GA

The average cost of senior living in Fort Smith is $3,915 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Young Harris, GA with an average of $3,222 per month.

Memory care costs in Fort Smith, GA, vs. nearby cities

Fort Smith, GA
$3,915/mo
$3,762/mo
$3,745/mo

Memory care costs in Fort Smith, GA, vs. state and national averages

Fort Smith, GA
$3,915/mo
$4,092/mo
U.S. national average
$4,794/mo

Memory care costs in Fort Smith, GA, vs. other senior living options

Memory Care
$3,915/mo

Memory care costs in Fort Smith, GA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,000/mo
Studio
$4,725/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,667/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,600/mo

Senior living costs in Fort Smith 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: Fort Smith, GA
Column state: Georgia
Column national: U.S.
Community typeFort Smith, GAGeorgiaU.S.
Memory Care$3,915/mo$4,092/mo$4,794/mo
Assisted Living$3,792/mo$3,591/mo$4,557/mo
Independent Living$3,631/mo$4,247/mo$4,016/mo
Memory Care
Fort Smith, GA:$3,915/mo
Georgia:$4,092/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Assisted Living
Fort Smith, GA:$3,792/mo
Georgia:$3,591/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Independent Living
Fort Smith, GA:$3,631/mo
Georgia:$4,247/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Table showing 5 of 3 items. Click to show less.
Table showing 5 of 3 items. Click to show less.

Memory care costs in Fort Smith, GA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Fort Smith 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.

Fort Smith, GAGA stateNational

Memory care cost trends in Fort Smith, GA

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Fort Smith 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
Fort Smith, GA$5,050/mo$5,291/mo-4.6%
Georgia$3,694/mo$3,833/mo-3.6%
National$5,510/mo$5,553/mo-0.8%
Fort Smith, GA
2024 average cost:$5,050/mo
2023 average cost:$5,291/mo
Percent change:-4.6%
Georgia
2024 average cost:$3,694/mo
2023 average cost:$3,833/mo
Percent change:-3.6%
National
2024 average cost:$5,510/mo
2023 average cost:$5,553/mo
Percent change:-0.8%
Table showing 5 of 3 items. Click to show less.
Table showing 5 of 3 items. Click to show less.

Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

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 Fort Smith

Recent reviews for memory care in Fort Smith

Dahlonega Assisted Living

4.6
For the most part, our family and friends who've visited there have been pretty impressed with the place. It's very clean and efficient. The staff is friendly and seem to take care of Mom well. The food looks pretty good. They offer plenty of activities. Sometimes their communication could ...
Read more

The Landings of Gainesville

4.5
Amanda is an excellent person to head the team of caregivers. She cares so much! She will not put up with mistreatment of the residence real or imagined. All of the caregivers there truly love the residents. Both of my parents have dementia and they treat them with dignity and respect. I ...
Read more

Stonehenge Assisted Living 3 in Blairsville, GA

4.7
My mother lived in Stonehenge for 3 years before she moved to a nursing home. She loved it and we loved it. The staff was very caring, the food was good, and her time there was very pleasant. Beautiful deck with nice views, large room and bath, loving staff.

Fort Smith review score based on 33 family reviews

7.9
Review score14 facilities33 reviewsWrite a review
This proprietary review score is based on 33 reviews of 14 Fort Smith memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Fort Smith 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

Fort Smith review score compared against nearby cities

7.9
Fort Smith, GA14 facilities
7.7
Dahlonega, GA13 facilities
8.3
Cleveland, GA20 facilities

Review subcategories for Fort Smith 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 33 reviews of 14 Fort Smith memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Fort Smith 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.
Fort Smith, GA averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.7
4.1
Friendliness
3.9
4.2
Care services
3.1
3.9
Staff
3.6
4.1
Meals & dining
3.4
3.8
Activities
3.1
3.7
Value for cost*
3.0
3.8
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Fort Smith memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Fort Smith memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Fort Smith, 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 Fort Smith 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 Fort Smith that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Fort Smith, GANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
35.7%
66.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
28.6%
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
35.7%
73.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
28.6%
29.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
90%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
35.7%
63%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
42.9%
74%
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 Fort Smith 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 Fort Smith Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Fort Smith, GANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
42.9%
75.6%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
28.6%
47%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
21.4%
72%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
7.1%
27.1%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Fort Smith 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 Fort Smith partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Fort Smith, GANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
14.3%
28.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
35.7%
45.1%
No sugar
No sugar
35.7%
42.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
21.4%
51%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.3%
17%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dining options in Fort Smith 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 Fort Smith communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Fort Smith, GANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
35.7%
32.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
35.7%
40.4%
Room service
Room service
35.7%
37.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
7.1%
23.3%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Fort Smith 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 Fort Smith offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Fort Smith, GANational
Activity director
Activity director
35.7%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
28.6%
34.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
21.4%
28.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
35.7%
55.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
35.7%
52.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
42.9%
62.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
21.4%
40.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
28.6%
35.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
28.6%
37%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
28.6%
48.1%
Live performances
Live performances
35.7%
48.7%
Dances
Dances
21.4%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
14.3%
22.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
35.7%
47.2%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

State regulations for memory care in Fort Smith

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 Fort Smith protect seniors.
Learn about Georgia memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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