Best Assisted Living in Atlanta, Georgia
32 communities found
Atlanta lists 30 assisted living communities, all residential in style, with an average rating of 4.5 across 28 rated communities and 1,462 reviews read. Common amenities include 24-hour staff, wheelchair accessibility, medication management, and social activities, each present in 29 of the communities.
- 32communities
- 4.5average rating, 30 rated
- 1,598family reviews read
- 1small homes, 10 or fewer
Orchard Senior Living
Atlanta, Georgia
5(39)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Safe Haven at Lenox Park
Atlanta, Georgia
5(32)
Assisted LivingIndependent Living
Peachtree Creek Memory Care: Assisted Living Facility In Georgia
Atlanta, Georgia
4.8(189)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care
Safe Haven At Brookhaven
Atlanta, Georgia
5(17)
Assisted Living
Orchard at Brookhaven
Atlanta, Georgia
4.7(113)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Charter Senior Living of Vinings
Atlanta, Georgia
4.7(100)
Assisted LivingMemory CareRespite / Short-Term Care
PruittPlace - Sandy Springs
Atlanta, Georgia
4.7(78)
Assisted LivingMemory Care
PruittPlace - Buckhead
Atlanta, Georgia
4.7(66)
Assisted LivingMemory Care
Albert's House Beltline
Atlanta, Georgia
5(11)
Assisted LivingMemory Care
Heartis Buckhead Senior Living
Atlanta, Georgia
4.7(44)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care
The Retreat at Sandy Springs
Atlanta, Georgia
4.7(43)
Assisted Living
The Piedmont at Buckhead
Atlanta, Georgia
4.6(75)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Best-rated assisted living in Atlanta
Ranked by family rating, weighted by how many families have reviewed each one. No community pays to appear here.
- 1
5 (39 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
- 2
5 (32 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living
Safe Haven at Lenox Park holds a 5 out of 5 rating from 32 Google reviews, though no specific comments or amenities were provided.
- 3
Peachtree Creek Memory Care: Assisted Living Facility In Georgia
4.8 (189 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care
Peachtree Creek Memory Care holds a 4.8-star average from 189 Google reviews and offers assisted living and independent living in Atlanta.
- 4
5 (17 reviews)· Assisted Living· 14 units
Families describe Safe Haven At Brookhaven as a small, homelike setting with consistent, attentive staff and personalized, residential care.
- 5
4.7 (113 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Orchard at Brookhaven offers assisted living, independent living, and skilled nursing care, holding a 4.7 out of 5 rating from 114 Google reviews.
- 6
Charter Senior Living of Vinings
4.7 (100 reviews)· Assisted Living, Memory Care, Respite / Short-Term Care
Charter Senior Living of Vinings is an assisted living community holding a 4.7-star average across 101 Google reviews.
- 7
4.7 (78 reviews)· Assisted Living, Memory Care
PruittPlace - Sandy Springs holds a 4.7 rating from 74 Google reviewers and emphasizes personalized care with on-site health services.
- 8
4.7 (66 reviews)· Assisted Living, Memory Care
PruittPlace - Buckhead holds a 4.7 rating from 67 reviewers and highlights round-the-clock care, memory care support, and on-site amenities.
- 9
5 (11 reviews)· Assisted Living, Memory Care
- 10
Heartis Buckhead Senior Living
4.7 (44 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care
Heartis Buckhead Senior Living holds a 4.8-star rating from 42 Google reviews and offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care.
What families say about assisted living in Atlanta
Counted across the review summaries of 31 Atlanta communities: the share whose families mention each theme.
Families most often praise activities and social life, noted in 31% of 29 communities, along with memory care support in 21% and caring, attentive staff in 17%. The leading concerns are cost and billing, raised in 76% of reviews, and communication with families, mentioned in 69%, while building and upkeep issues appear in 28%.
Praised most
- Activities and social life 29%
- Food and dining 19%
- Building and grounds 19%
- Memory care 19%
- Medical and nursing care 16%
Concerns raised
- Cost and billing 71%
- Communication with families 61%
- Building and upkeep 26%
- Staff attitude 3%
“The Legacy Ridge staff took great care of my father for three years until his recent passing. Everyone treated him like family. Jo Ellen is a great leader and always made herself available to discuss and resolve issues. Most of the staff works hard under very difficult circumstances.”
“I'm a nurse and have worked in many different assisted living. By far this is the best one. Beautiful open space full of natural light, the staff truly care about the patients and interact in the sweetest way.<br>Always love coming here and would highly recommend if you're loved one needs extra assistance.”
“The staff, as well as the residents, are friendly and helpful. I don’t know how the staff does it but they know everyone’s name.<br>It is a good place to live.”
Assisted Living in Atlanta: the figures
- •Of the 11 with a known size, 1 have ten residents or fewer, 6 have 11 to 60, and 4 have more than 60.
- •Most common amenities: emergency call system (31), wheelchair accessible (31), social activities (31), 24-hour staff (31), housekeeping (31), gathering / activity spaces (29).
How families pay for assisted living in Georgia
Most families in Georgia cover assisted living, memory care and independent living with private funds, often a combination of savings, retirement income and the proceeds from selling a home. Long-term care insurance, when a parent or spouse purchased a policy years earlier, can also help offset monthly costs, though coverage terms vary widely and are worth reviewing closely before moving in. Veterans and surviving spouses may qualify for VA Aid and Attendance, a benefit that can be applied toward the cost of care, and it is worth asking a veterans service officer whether a particular situation meets the requirements.
The full picture for the state: Assisted Living in Georgia.
Assisted Living near Atlanta
Cities within about 35 miles with senior living inventory, and how families rate it.
| City | Communities | RatingAverage rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sandy Springs6.4 mi | 11 | 4.7 / 5 | 6.4 mi |
| Dunwoody6.5 mi | 5 | 4.6 / 5 | 6.5 mi |
| Decatur7.6 mi | 26 | 4.1 / 5 | 7.6 mi |
| Smyrna8.3 mi | 5 | 4.6 / 5 | 8.3 mi |
| Tucker8.9 mi | 5 | 4.1 / 5 | 8.9 mi |
| Peachtree Corners10.8 mi | 6 | 4.3 / 5 | 10.8 mi |
| Stone Mountain11.3 mi | 5 | 4.1 / 5 | 11.3 mi |
| Marietta12 mi | 40 | 4.3 / 5 | 12 mi |
All of Georgia: Assisted Living in Georgia. Closer to home? Compare assisted living near you, sorted by distance.
About these figures
Computed on October 23, 2026 from the 32 communities listed in Atlanta, 1,598 public family reviews on Google, Yelp and MyLivingChoice, state licensing records and, for nursing homes, CMS Care Compare. The best-rated list ranks communities by average family rating weighted by how many families have reviewed each one, so a 4.9 from three reviews does not outrank a 4.7 from two hundred. No community pays to appear in the best-rated list or in these figures; sponsored and partner listings in the directory results are marked as such. Figures refresh as listings and reviews change; the written summary was last revised September 25, 2026.
Reading on this
Guides from MyLivingChoice that families in Atlanta ask about.
- Home Care in Georgia: Agencies, Medicare Home Health Ratings, and What It Costs
- The Top 10 Must-Visit Attractions for Seniors in Georgia
- Nursing Home vs. Assisted Living: Which Level of Care Does Your Loved One Actually Need?
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Assisted Living in Atlanta: Common Questions
How many assisted living communities are in Atlanta, Georgia?
MyLivingChoice lists 32 assisted living communities in Atlanta, Georgia, each with photos, care details, and reviews from families.
How much does assisted living cost in Atlanta?
Among Atlanta communities that publish pricing, assisted living starts around $2,895/month, with an average published starting rate near $3,383/month. Final costs depend on care needs and apartment choice.
Which assisted living communities in Atlanta are rated highest?
Based on combined ratings across Google, Yelp, and MyLivingChoice reviews, top-rated options include Orchard Senior Living (5★, 39 ratings), Safe Haven at Lenox Park (5★, 32 ratings), Safe Haven At Brookhaven (5★, 17 ratings).
What types of senior care are available in Atlanta?
Beyond assisted living, Atlanta has skilled nursing / long term care (24 communities), independent living (22 communities), memory care (16 communities), at-home care (11 communities), home health (6 communities). Every option is listed with photos, reviews, and contact details.
How do families rate assisted living in Atlanta?
Families rate Atlanta assisted living communities 4.5 out of 5 on average, across 1,598 public Google reviews of local communities.
What do families praise, and complain about, in Atlanta assisted living communities?
Across the review summaries of 31 Atlanta communities, the most common praise is activities and social life (mentioned for 29%), food and dining (mentioned for 19%), building and grounds (mentioned for 19%). The most common concerns are cost and billing (71%), communication with families (61%), building and upkeep (26%).
Are there small assisted living homes in Atlanta?
Yes. Of the 11 Atlanta communities with a known size, 1 has ten residents or fewer, 6 have 11 to 60, and 4 have more than 60. Small licensed homes are listed here alongside large communities, which most directories skip.
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