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10 Best Nursing Homes in Dawson, GA

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Dawson is home to many senior care options, including nursing homes. The term “nursing home” is often used as a catchall for any type of senior care. But it can also refer to actual nursing homes, or skilled nursing facilities, which provide the highest level of medical and rehabilitative care outside of a hospital. Of the 11 nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care communities in Dawson, the best fit for your loved one will depend on their budget and needs. The cost of nursing home care in Dawson is about $3,410, but costs tend to increase as care needs increase. To learn more, browse our 38 reviews and explore the services and amenities available in your area.

 

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Nursing Homes Facilities near Dawson, GA

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Photo of Oaks at Oakland Plantation
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44 Floor plans available
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9.3
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9.3
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My dad has been at The Oaks for 9 months. The staff members are very kind. The environment is clean and peaceful. I am thankful that my dad is part of this community. It’s been a very positive experience....
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.
Oaks at Oakland Plantation stretched across 10-acres of beautiful property, we are proud to offer a vast array of person-centered services and amenities that encourage residents to maintain the independent lifestyle they are accustomed to and promote their overall health and wellness. The stylish...
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Photo of Viva Senior Living at Albany
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44 Floor plans available
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it's a great relief to go to a place you actually trust and where you feel you're getting good care. The Phoenix has been a blessing to us, and I highly recommend them.
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.
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I am happy to see that my mom is improving in this community for care. The staff has been very helpful. The menu is very good and she has been pleased with the nice variety. We have been happy with the...
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.
Philosophy of Care From the gracious charm of our comfortable home-like setting to the spacious and inviting feel of our private suites, Seymour Southern Comforts offers older adults the opportunity to live independently while receiving personal care and assistance that they may need. We have...
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Overall our experience with Century Pines has been a good one. It's a nice looking, clean community, the staff have all been very friendly and helpful. They've been very responsive to any issues that have...
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.
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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.
Morningside of Albany offers all the character and comfort of home, as well as unique programs and resources designed to meet the total needs of both resident and their family. We offer a family atmosphere, assistance with daily living activities, nutritious dining plans, active and meaningful...
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I would tell them that is a good place to take their mother. I think the friendliness and caring of the staff makes it the place to go. My mom says the food isn't very good, but at 89 and she has...
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.
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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: Nursing Homes
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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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Cost of nursing homes in Dawson, GA

The average cost of senior living in Dawson is $3,410 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Lumpkin, GA with an average of $2,750 per month.

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

Dawson, GA
$3,410/mo
$3,540/mo
$3,540/mo

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

Dawson, GA
$3,410/mo
$4,121/mo
U.S. national average
$4,999/mo

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

$3,410/mo
Nursing Homes
$3,410/mo

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

Studio
$4,109/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,469/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,623/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$1,855/mo

Average cost of Nursing Homes in Dawson over time

Dawson, GAGA stateNational

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What families are saying about nursing homes in Dawson

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Dawson

Viva Senior Living at Albany

4.6
This is a place I would recommend you check out for your loved one. The staff are wonderful and friendly to work with. The staff communication has been great with the family. There are three meals a day served to the residents, and it is a dining room. If the resident doesn't like what is ...
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Oaks at Oakland Plantation in Leesburg, GA

5.0
My husband had a stroke on [date removed]. I had no clue what I should do. After his stay in intensive care at [name removed] he went to a nursing/physical therapy facility. He is getting better and [name removed] has been so informative as to what the next steps will be. I am grateful that ...
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Magnolia Manor of Americus

5.0
I am very pleased here. I have been here for three years. I have made some wonderful friendships. Most of the staff is great, the food is great, the work hard and are understaffed most of the time.

Dawson nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Dawson nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Dawson, 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 Dawson 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 Dawson that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Dawson, GANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
62.5%
2.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
87.5%
26%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
87.5%
26.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
62.5%
9.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
50%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
87.5%
22.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
75%
6.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
50%
17.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Dawson 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 Dawson Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Dawson, GANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
75%
3.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
37.5%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
62.5%
5.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
37.5%
1.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Dawson 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 Dawson partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Dawson, GANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
12.5%
0.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
50%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
50%
3.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Dawson 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 Dawson communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Dawson, GANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
37.5%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
62.5%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
62.5%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
37.5%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Dawson 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 Dawson offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Dawson, GANational
Activity director
Activity director
37.5%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
37.5%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
62.5%
6.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
62.5%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
75%
6.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
37.5%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
37.5%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
37.5%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
37.5%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
25%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
12.5%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
62.5%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Oaks at Oakland Plantation, Viva Senior Living at Albany and Seymour Southern Comforts are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Dawson, Georgia. See full list of communities.

There are 11 nursing homes facilities near Dawson, Georgia. See the full list.

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