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Smyrna is a city in Cobb County that’s included in the Atlanta-Sandy Springs metropolitan area. It’s listed as one of the best places to retire according to Forbes’ Daily News Journal. It has over 220 sunny days per year with hot summers and mild winters, and the overall rate of crime is low compared to the national average. The city streets are lined with thousands of jonquils that bloom in the spring, and there are plenty of parks to enjoy an afternoon walk. Smyrna provides a family-friendly atmosphere and is just a short drive from downtown Atlanta.
There are five assisted living communities in Smyrna and 181 nearby for those who want more choices in where to retire. These communities have an average cost of $4,000 per month.
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Assisted living in Smyrna costs $4,000 per month according to Genworth Financial’s 2020 Cost of Care Survey. This is $500 more than the state average and $300 less than the national average. The cost in surrounding states varies from $3,150 in Alabama to $3,988 in South Carolina. Seniors in Florida pay $300 less.
In the far northwest corner of the state in Rome, assisted living costs around $3,088 per month, and to the northeast in Athens, the cost is $3,366. Southwest of Atlanta in Columbus, seniors pay around $3,650 per month, and along the Atlantic coast in Brunswick, the cost is $124 more. Valdosta residents pay some of the lowest costs in the state at $2,450 per month.
Note: Data for Smyrna was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Atlanta, was used instead.
The SOURCE Waiver Program in Georgia helps seniors who need a nursing home level of care receive personal assistance and other services in an assisted living community. Learn more about this waiver, including everything it covers and how to apply at our Assisted Living in Georgia page.
| Contact | Description | |
| C Freeman Poole Senior Center | (770) 801-3400 | The C Freeman Poole Senior Center provides ongoing programs and services for adults aged 60 and older. Seniors can take part in an outdoor walking club, billiards, card games, chess, arts and crafts, tennis, dancing, quilting, driving classes, woodworking, baking and weekly movies. The center also provides meals and scheduled outings into the community. |
| Smyrna Elder Care Resources | (770) 528-5355 | Smyrna Elder Care Resources connects seniors in the area with programs and services that help improve their quality of life and address their ongoing needs. Elder Care provides information on grocery and medication pickups, meal deliveries, financial assistance, health and wellness and resources for caregivers. |
| Legacy Link | (770) 538-2650 | Legacy Link is a nonprofit organization that helps facilitate independence and improve the quality of life of older adults in the community. The organization offers senior employment opportunities, case management, Medicare counseling, health and wellness, volunteer opportunities, assistive technologies and caregiver supports. |
| GeorgiaCares | (888) 552-4464 (Option 4) | GeorgiaCares operates as the State Health Insurance Assistance Program or SHIP. This program provides volunteers who help seniors understand their options regarding health insurance and prescription drug coverage. Volunteers can help seniors review their explanation of benefits statements and help sort through medical bills. |
| Cobb County Veterans Connection | (770) 528-1448 | Cobb County Veterans Connection is a service for men and women aged 55 and older who’ve served in the military. The program provides monthly gatherings with coffee, fellowship and special guest presentations. The program also connects veterans with the agency that assists with benefits and compensation and can answer questions regarding available services. |
The Georgia Healthcare Facility Regulation (HFR) serves as the licensing agent in Smyrna and throughout the state for assisted living communities. The agency oversees laws and regulations on staffing, health and safety and personal care. Learn more about these standards on our Assisted Living in Georgia page.
