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10 Best Nursing Homes in Shake Rag, GA

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If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Shake Rag nursing home, our senior living advisors can help. The term “nursing home” is often used interchangeably with assisted living or other senior housing options; but a nursing home is a skilled nursing facility for individuals with serious, debilitating short- or long-term health issues. So even the best nursing homes in Shake Rag, GA may not be right for seniors who don’t require round-the-clock care.

We can help you determine if a skilled nursing facility in Shake Rag or another care type is right for you. Browse 65 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Shake Rag.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Perimeter Center, Murphey Candler Park and Byrnwyck / Nancy Creek.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Barrow Heights, Mica and Winder.

Nursing Homes Facilities near Shake Rag, GA

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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.
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My mother has lived at the Cohen Home for the last 2 months and we are so happy that we made the decision to make this her new home. We looked and interviewed so many memory care properties and none compared...
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.
A Jewish Home Life Community that is open to all, The Cohen Home is an assisted living community that exemplifies the principles of family, community and Jewish values. Located in a quiet residential neighborhood near shopping, dining and medical centers, our residents benefit from our I'm Still...
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My father lived at Best Care for almost eight years beginning in August of 2009 after we had tried two other larger assisted living homes in Cumming. [Name removed] took him in and kept him until he died in...
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.
Bestcare Senior Living is a senior care community located in Lawrenceville, Georgia, Gwinnett County, especially designed for nurturing those with Alzheimer's and related forms of dementia. Our community is small, homey and clean, providing our residents with a quiet, gentle structure. A suburb...
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We liked the place. She was there a year and a half ago and we asked to go back there this time. The only thing I think they could improve on is their response time when my wife pushes her button.
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Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Cumming Nursing Center is the premier provider of senior rehab services and long-term care in Forsyth County. Our short-term recovery program provides innovative sub-acute care for those needing various levels of skilled nursing, therapy, and rehabilitation following a serious injury or...
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We chose this location to move our loved one to as her care needs advanced beyond what her previous residence could provide. Overall I'd say they do a good job, although it is a much different environment...
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Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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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.
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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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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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Cost of nursing homes in Shake Rag, GA

The average cost of senior living in Shake Rag is $4,553 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Dacula, GA with an average of $4,378 per month.

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Shake Rag, GA vs. nearby cities

Shake Rag, GA
$4,553/mo
$4,549/mo
$4,547/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Shake Rag, GA vs. the state and national average

Shake Rag, GA
$4,553/mo
$4,084/mo
U.S. national average
$4,799/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Shake Rag vs. other types of senior living

$4,539/mo
Nursing Homes
$4,553/mo

Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Shake Rag, GA by room type

Semi-Private
$4,204/mo
Studio
$4,878/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,220/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,092/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,744/mo

Average cost of Nursing Homes in Shake Rag over time

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What families are saying about nursing homes in Shake Rag

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Shake Rag

TerraBella Roswell

4.7
We had some difficulty at first with things being done on schedule. After 2 months things are going well. Occasionally hall smells like urine but building is kept very well. Staff is amazing!! Staff VERY caring, helpful & pleasant There are a lot of different activities for our loved ones, but ...
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Cumming Senior Living

5.0
We moved our dad here in January of this year. I have been so happy with the quality of care and cleanliness. All of the other families of the residents that I’ve met are all so kind. The food is excellent as well! I highly recommend Cumming Nursing Center for your loved one.

The Phoenix at Roswell

5.0
My husband has been at Pacifica about a month. He has Parkinson's Dementia. This includes a major change in personality making it impossible for me to keep him at home. He can turn from a sweet helpful man to a raging angry man in a matter of seconds. Sometimes, even I don't see the transition ...
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Shake Rag nursing homes services and amenities

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

Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Shake Rag that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Shake Rag, GANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
85%
2.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
66.7%
10.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.7%
26.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
96.7%
27.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
90%
10.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
51.7%
0.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.7%
23.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
81.7%
7.3%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
83.3%
18.6%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Shake Rag nursing homes

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 Shake Rag Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Shake Rag, GANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
90%
4.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
73.3%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
80%
5.9%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
23.3%
1.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Shake Rag nursing homes

Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Shake Rag partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Shake Rag, GANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
35%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
80%
1.5%
No sugar
No sugar
78.3%
1.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
61.7%
3.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Shake Rag nursing homes

Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Shake Rag communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Shake Rag, GANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
75%
0.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
83.3%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
75%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
31.7%
0.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Shake Rag nursing homes

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Shake Rag offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Shake Rag, GANational
Activity director
Activity director
81.7%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
63.3%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
60%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
80%
6.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
83.3%
0.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
80%
6.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
83.3%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
70%
0.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
68.3%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
85%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
80%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
65%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
31.7%
0.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
83.3%
0.4%
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Oaks at Hampton, The Georgian Lakeside by Cogir and Canterfield of Kennesaw are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Shake Rag, Georgia. See full list of communities.

There are 65 nursing homes facilities near Shake Rag, Georgia. See the full list.

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