Assisted Living in Atlanta, GA

Renaissance on Peachtree is a stylish retirement community located near Brookhaven and its golf courses. The assisted living community is designed with safety as a top priority, with attention to flooring and lighting to improve navigation, and all resident apartments have 24/7 emergency call systems. The facility has secure terraces and outdoor spaces, as well as a cafe and wine bar. We rated Renaissance highly on our top 10 for its elegant look and luxury living options.

Sunrise at Buckhead sprawls across a prime piece of Atlanta real estate that's under 1 mile from Lenox Square mall and close to major roadways and public transit hubs. The building itself is much bigger than usual for an assisted living facility, even when taking the memory care wing into account, and the active atmosphere created by the large population is preferable for many seniors. This facility earned its place on our top 10 for its attractive grounds and spacious common areas.

Brookdale Chambrel Roswell is located 20 miles north of downtown Atlanta, near the Roswell Village Shopping Center and Wellstar North Fulton Hospital. Many of the units have private, screened patios for residents to safely enjoy the Georgia weather, and there are outdoor activity areas, such as a putting green and landscaped walking paths. On the inside, residents can get creative in the art studio or keep fit with appropriate senior-friendly exercise in the fitness center.

Brighton Gardens of Dunwoody is another of the area's impressive, large and modern assisted living facilities, and part of the building is dedicated to Alzheimer's care. It's just 13 miles north of Atlanta in a mostly residential area that's close to Perimeter Mall and many restaurants. Skilled nursing is available on site, with registered nurses on duty for medication, medical care and ongoing health monitoring.

Hollander Senior Living is sheltered in a relaxed, tree-lined residential neighborhood that's 10 miles from downtown Atlanta and just blocks from Northside Hospital. Seniors in assisted living may enjoy the aquarium and aviary, as well as raised gardens for planting their favorites, and the terrace acts as a community hub for socialization and entertainment. We included Hollander in the top 10 as an option for seniors who prefer more peace and quiet rather than a busy facility.

Brighton Gardens of Buckhead is a midsize assisted living and memory care community situated in uptown Atlanta, just a few blocks from Lenox Square mall. Residents can choose from a wider range of accommodation styles than most facilities offer — with 14 floor plans in total — and plenty to do in the common areas, as well. The activity director schedules daily light fitness programs, games, arts and creative pursuits, as well as group trips to nearby entertainment.

Corso Atlanta is an upscale senior living community located 6 miles outside Atlanta. It's one of the biggest assisted living facilities in the area and has many luxury amenities, including a large heated pool. Nurses provide wellness checks on a regular basis, and residents can change levels of care without changing apartments. The community includes several full-service restaurants, a sports bar and bistro, as well as an outdoor patio dining area.

Belmont Village Buckead is an assisted living facility with a dedicated memory care unit, and it's located about 1 mile from Northside Hospital. The size and location makes Belmont a good alternative to Atlanta's small, quiet facilities and its huge, busy communities. We added Belmont Village Buckhead to our top 10 assisted living facilities for its well-supervised social and recreational activities, including daily transportation to nearby shops and entertainment, and because couples can remain living together even if they require different levels of care. 

Alto Senior Living of Buckhead is a relatively new assisted living and memory care community just north of Atlanta. It's conveniently located on a major thoroughfare, with many nearby shops and a bus stop for visitors who no longer drive. The facility is well-designed for the purpose, with open spaces for easy navigation and large windows that make common areas more inviting and pleasant. On-site services and amenities include physical therapy and a sensory room, theater and craft spaces.

Arbor Terrace at Cascade is located just off I-285 and approximately 6 miles west of Atlanta. Residents receive care that is tailored to the amount of assistance and supervision they require, with ongoing monitoring to identify changes. All units are equipped with accessibility features and have private bathrooms. Arbor Terrace earned its place in the top 10 as a good option in an area of Atlanta that has fewer facilities.