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If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Buford nursing home, our senior living advisors can help. The term “nursing home” is often used interchangeably with assisted living or other senior housing options; but a nursing home is a skilled nursing facility for individuals with serious, debilitating short- or long-term health issues. So even the best nursing homes in Buford, GA may not be right for seniors who don’t require round-the-clock care.
We can help you determine if a skilled nursing facility in Buford or another care type is right for you. Browse 26 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Buford.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Johns Creek, Lawrenceville or Rest Haven.
Types of care available in Buford, GA
We moved our dad here in January of this year. I have been so happy with the quality of care and cleanliness. All of the other families of the residents that I’ve met are all so kind. The food is excellent as well! I highly recommend Cumming Nursing Center for your loved one.
My husband has been at Pacifica about a month. He has Parkinson's Dementia. This includes a major change in personality making it impossible for me to keep him at home. He can turn from a sweet helpful man to a raging angry man in a matter of seconds. Sometimes, even I don't see the transition beginning. The folks at Pacifica have created a calm, structured environment which has served him very well. He is now usually calm and the staff say he is helpful and concerned for other residents. Usually a bit of a loner, he is participating in the exercises, encouraging other residents to do the same. He has plenty of room to roam. The staff learned who he is very quickly. He is well treated and that tends to keep him from venting his anger as much. Pacifica is kept clean, the main center rooms have lots of sunlight, residents can and do wander from one open center room to the next, always in view of the care givers and nurse. They can lie on one of the couches, watch either of the 2 televisions, at each of the end rooms. They can do krafts or play games. Exercise times and mid afternoon snacks. Water is always available. Every evening there is a planned activity, whether movies with popcorn or games. Much more good stuff to say, but I tend to go on and no one wants to read all of this. I hate that I can't keep him at home among familiar things, but I feel he is getting top quality care and caring by the staff at Pacifica.
This facility is unique. Mid 2015 it was purchased by a new owner, who is also the Director and she has improved the Home dramatically, with fresh paint, new carpet and hardwoods. It is a smaller facility that has a very residential feel. The rooms are big, the staff are friendly, caring and attentive to the residents needs...and the price is more affordable than the more corporate facilities. I was happy to have my Father living in and being cared for at this facility.
220 Collins Industrial Way, Lawrenceville, GA 30045
Nursing homes, also called skilled nursing facilities, provide long-term care for seniors with significant physical or mental health conditions, and short-term care to people recovering from an injury or hospital stay. Nursing homes provide personal assistance and medical care from licensed professionals. Services in skilled nursing facilities often include:
Buford, a suburb of Atlanta, offers its residents easy access to plenty of convenient resources, such as shopping centers, restaurants, and healthcare facilities, and it lies within close reach of Atlanta’s attractions and downtown area. Within city limits, residents enjoy abundant, diverse shopping opportunities, and local attractions like the Museum of Buford.
Nursing homes — also called convalescent homes or skilled nursing facilities — in Buford are intended for seniors who require 24-hour monitoring and medical assistance. These communities are designed to promote independence among seniors who require constant nursing care to perform activities of daily living (ADLs), but do not require hospital-level care.
The median monthly cost of a private nursing home room in 2020 was about $6,700 in the Buford area and around $7,200 in the state of Georgia, according to Genworth.
The total household expenses associated with living in Buford are rated equally to the national average. Grocery and other essential costs fluctuate above and below the average.
Index Scores
All index scores are based on a scale that has the national average set at 100. A score of 200 indicates that the cost is twice as expensive as the national average, while a score of 50 indicates that the cost is half as expensive.
| Household Expenses | Health Care | Insurance | Entertainment | Groceries | Clothing |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 | 100 | 99 | 97 | 101 | 102 |
Income and Housing
| Median Income Age 45-64 | Median Income Age 65+ | Median Household Income | Average Individual Income | Median Employee Salary | Average Property Tax | One-bedroom Apartment Gross Rent Estimate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $69,425 per year | $38,091 per year | $57,433 per year | $27,139 per year | $39,186 per year | $1,809 per year | $858 per month |
The top hospitals that service Buford include:
Buford’s climate is classified as humid subtropical, experiencing hot, humid summers and cool winters. The average humidity level is 69%, and humidity levels are often highest during December at about 74%.
Seasonal Temperatures
| January Average | January Maximum | January Minimum |
|---|---|---|
| 42°F | 51°F | 31°F |
| July Average | July Maximum | July Minimum |
|---|---|---|
| 79°F | 89°F | 68°F |
Air Quality
This index is based on a scale that has the national average set at 100. A score of 200 indicates twice the presence of air pollutants than the national average, while a score of 50 indicates half the presence.
Precipitation
Population Statistics
| Median Age | Percent of Population Over 65 | Population | Population Density | Average Household Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 37 | 12.3% | 16,595 | 961 per square mile | 2.8 |
Race & Ethnicity
| American Indian or Alaskan Native | Asian | Black | Hispanic or Latino | Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | Two or More Races | White (not Hispanic or Latino) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.2% | 3.3% | 15.0% | 27.0% | <0.1% | 2.6% | 53.0% |
These figures were taken from the most recent U.S. Census.
LGBTQ+ Inclusivity
These scores were taken from the 2020 Human Rights Campaign’s Municipal Equality Index.
2016 Presidential Election Results for Gwinnett County
| Democratic | Republican | Other |
|---|---|---|
| 51.0% | 45.2% | 3.8% |
Some of the most popular museums and historic sites in Buford include:
Outdoor attractions in Buford:
Buford’s top entertainment destinations and shopping districts are:
Transportation
Gwinnett County Transit offers county-wide bus transportation to Buford residents. Taxis, and rideshare services like Uber and Lyft, are also available in Buford.
Presbyterian Village of Austell, Canterfield of Kennesaw and Oaks at Hampton are the top-rated nursing homes near Buford, Georgia. See full list of communities.
There are 26 nursing homes near Buford, Georgia. See the full list.
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