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Located within Hall County, Georgia, Flowery Branch is a small city of around 9,400. Approximately 12.5% of the population is made up of people aged 65 or over. Short winters and warm summers are ideal for active seniors who wish to spend days outdoors enjoying activities around Lake Lanier, such as swimming, boating and fishing. There are also plenty of opportunities for golfing at the 60+ nearby courses, strolling through parks or basking on lakeside beaches. Local amenities include churches, shopping centers, pharmacies, stores and restaurants, and Northeast Georgia Medical Center Braselton is within a 20-minute drive.
There are around 20 assisted living communities in and around the city. The average monthly cost of assisted living care in Flowery Branch is $4,263 although actual fees depend on the community’s facilities and services provided.
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With an average monthly cost of $4,263, assisted living care in Flowery Branch is around $763 more than the statewide average of $3,500. It’s slightly cheaper than the national monthly average of $4,300, although more expensive than average costs in neighboring Florida, Alabama, Tennessee and South Carolina.
Monthly costs for assisted living vary across Georgia with Flowery Branch having some of the highest prices in the state. Around an hour away in Athens, the monthly average drops to $3,366, while continuing south along the South Carolina border, Augusta sees a bigger drop to $3,090. In North Georgia, Dalton and Rome have average costs of $3,588 and $3,088 respectively. At $4,000 average per month, assisted living costs are lower in the state capital of Atlanta. Savannah is also less expensive at $3,500, while Warner Robins has some of the state’s lowest costs for assisted living with a monthly median of $2,300.
Note: Data for Flowery Branch was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Gainesville, was used instead.
Georgia’s Medicaid system includes a number of waivers for the elderly and disabled. The Community Care Services Program (CCSP) is among the most relevant for seniors in assisted living communities. Eligible seniors can receive funding for most of their living costs, including assistance with day-to-day activities and meals.
Learn more about the CCSP, including requirements and how to apply, on our Assisted Living in Georgia page.
| Contact | Description | |
| Legacy Link | (855) 266-4283 | Operating as the Area Agency on Aging, Legacy Link is a valuable source of information and support for seniors. Elderly people can call the toll-free telephone number for assistance from trained advisers, including help applying for the Community Care Services Program, and the nonprofit organization offers diverse programs and services for seniors, such as Medicare counseling, fall prevention classes, chronic disease management, education, employment and training assistance for people aged 55 and above. |
| Georgia Mountains RSVP | (770) 538-2650 | Funded by Legacy Link and the Corporation for National and Community Service, Georgia Mountains RSVP matches people aged 55 and over with suitable volunteer positions that provide enriching experiences and allow seniors to give back to the local community. Projects are diverse and may include youth mentoring, disaster preparation, clerical support and delivering Meals on Wheels. |
| Gainesville-Hall County Council on Aging | (770) 503-3352 | The nonprofit Council on Aging advocates for improved elder care and funds projects aimed at helping to enhance seniors’ lives, including the Senior Life Center and the Telephone Reassurance Program. |
| Senior Life Center | (770) 503-3336 | Located around 15 minutes away, the nationally accredited Senior Life Center in Gainesville offers a range of services and activities for Hall County residents who are aged 60 or above. The center has a cardio fitness room and provides wellness checks and nutritious meals. Daily activities include exercise sessions, social clubs, bingo, excursions and art classes. Attendees can purchase an annual membership or daily passes. |
| Brenau University Learning & Leisure Institute | (800) 252-5119 | Through the Center for Lifetime Study, the Brenau University Learning & Leisure Institute (BULLI) offers stimulating courses for adults aged 50 and above. Topics include history, finance, computers and literature. There are no education requirements and no homework. Classes provide enrichment for seniors as well as opportunities to socialize and develop skills. The institute also arranges special events and leisure activities at its two nearby locations in Gainesville and Braselton. |
| Georgia Legal Services Program | (770) 535-5717 | The statewide Georgia Legal Services Program provides free civil legal advice and advocacy for people aged 60 and above. Areas of law include consumer rights and public benefits. Seniors can call for assistance or visit the closest field office in Gainesville. |
| American Legion Post 382 | (770) 249-0328 | Senior men and women who were part of the U.S. Armed Forces can access support and information from American Legion Post 382. Based in Flowery Branch, the local veterans’ organization arranges meetups, social events and activities for veterans, their families and the wider community. |
Assisted living communities in Flowery Branch must comply with stringent laws and regulations that apply to all assisted living communities in Georgia. Get more information about relevant rules, including admissions policies, staffing and medication management, at our Assisted Living in Georgia page.
