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Newnan is a historic suburb of the Atlanta area with a population of 41,581. It has a lower senior population percentage than the national average, at 11.2% compared to 16.5%. It has a comfortable climate, with warm summers and very mild winters. The city has a rich cultural history and has six historic districts where residents can shop, dine and sightsee. Other attractions include the Brown’s Mill Battlefield Civil War Site and the Coweta County African American Heritage Museum. Active seniors can take advantage of close proximity to Atlanta, which has world-class shopping and tourist attractions.
In Newnan, assisted living costs an average of $4,000 per month, although actual prices will depend on the location, care plan selection and range of amenities available. Georgia offers a few financial incentives for seniors that can help make retirement here more affordable.
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Averaging $4,000 per month, Newnan’s assisted living costs are higher than the state average of $3,500 but lower than the national median of $4,300. Georgia has some of the lowest assisted living prices in the region, with Florida averaging $3,700 and South Carolina averaging $3,988. Alabama, however, is cheaper at $3,150.
Compared to other Georgian cities, Newnan has relatively high assisted living costs. Gainesville is more expensive, at $4,263, as is Brunswick, which averages $4,124. Costs in Columbus are closer to the state average, coming in at $3,650. Central city Macon has a lower cost of $2,730. Nearby Warner Robins is even more affordable, averaging only $2,300 per month. In the coastal city Savannah, assisted living costs $3,500.
Note: Data for Newnan was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Atlanta, was used instead.
Residents of assisted living communities in Georgia may be eligible for the Community Care Services Program, a Medicaid waiver that helps pay for personal care, emergency response services and respite. Assistance may also be available from the SOURCE waiver, which can also help pay for case management and primary medical care. Visit our Assisted Living in Georgia page to learn more.
| Contact | Description | |
| Three Rivers Area Agency on Aging | (678) 552-2838 | This Area Agency on Aging runs a resource center where seniors can find long-term care and health care resources as well as financial aid to help pay for it. These include care needs assessments, housing coordination and health insurance counseling. Through partnerships with other community agencies, this body also offers transportation services. |
| Tommy Thompson Senior Activity Center | (770) 683-8600 | Adults 55 and up are invited to participate in social, educational and physical fitness activities here. This senior center hosts daily activities such as crafts and games as well as day trips to nearby events and attractions. An array of lifelong learning opportunities include guest speakers, wellness presentations and art workshops. |
| Georgia Department of Veterans Service | (770) 254-7260 | This state-run organization helps veterans access benefits, tax exemptions and entitlement programs. It runs an appeals support program to assist in cases of application denial. The DVS also offers educational and employment placement programs as well as a mental health crisis line. |
| Newnan Junior Service League | (770) 251-0113 | This organization of female volunteers helps the elderly with an annual Christmas gifting initiative that can help provide necessities to those in need. It also runs family-friendly social events throughout the year. |
| Georgia Legal Aid | (404) 657-9915 | This pro-bono agency provides advocacy to seniors who need help accessing health care, consolidating debt or handling civil rights issues. Elders can get help with wills and estate planning and financial issues. A variety of self-help information and resources are also available, as is a specialized senior legal hotline. |
Assisted living in Newnan is regulated by the Department of Community Health and must abide by its standards for senior care. Read more about these standards by visiting our Assisted Living in Georgia page.
