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10 Best Nursing Homes in Dexter, GA

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Dexter is home to many senior care options, including nursing homes. The term “nursing home” is often used as a catchall for any type of senior care. But it can also refer to actual nursing homes, or skilled nursing facilities, which provide the highest level of medical and rehabilitative care outside of a hospital. Of the 85 nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care communities in Dexter, the best fit for your loved one will depend on their budget and needs. The cost of nursing home care in Dexter is about $3,278, but costs tend to increase as care needs increase. To learn more, browse our 399 reviews and explore the services and amenities available in your area.

 

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Nursing Homes Facilities near Dexter, GA

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Last Updated: 4/21/25
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Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Cost of nursing homes in Dexter, GA

The average cost of senior living in Dexter is $3,278 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Irwinton, GA with an average of $3,004 per month.

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Dexter, GA vs. nearby cities

Dexter, GA
$3,278/mo
$3,469/mo
$3,282/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Dexter, GA vs. the state and national average

Dexter, GA
$3,278/mo
$4,230/mo
U.S. national average
$4,893/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Dexter vs. other types of senior living

$3,202/mo
Nursing Homes
$3,278/mo

Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Dexter, GA by room type

Semi-Private
$3,547/mo
Studio
$4,354/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,091/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,686/mo

Average cost of Nursing Homes in Dexter over time

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What families are saying about nursing homes in Dexter

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Dexter

Greenwood Place Assisted Living in Wrightsville, GA

4.7
We chose Greenwood Place because of the location and we loved the building itself. It was nice and people were friendly. The residents living there looked happy and content and no one was complaining and it smelled good. I would want others to know that they really care about their residents, ...
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The Phoenix at Lake Joy in Warner Robins, GA

3.4
Our loved one was previously a resident at The Phoenix at Lake Joy. The quality of care declined. If not for hospice, I don't know what we would have done. We ended up moving our loved one to another facility. I would not recommend The Phoenix at Lake Joy to others.

Antebellum Grove Senior Living in Warner Robins, GA

5.0
The family has had no complaints since moving mom here. She is adjusting and doing well seems happy and content. The community is kept very clean and maintained. The staff is nice and very accommodating and helpful. The food seems to satisfy mom The community is located in a good spot for the ...
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Dexter nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Dexter nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Dexter, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Dexter nursing homes

Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Dexter that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Dexter, GANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
40.4%
2.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
17.5%
9.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
77.2%
26%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
80.7%
26.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
38.6%
9.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
21.1%
0.7%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
78.9%
22.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
35.1%
6.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
38.6%
17.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Dexter nursing homes

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Dexter Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Dexter, GANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
31.6%
3.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
19.3%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
24.6%
5.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
3.5%
1.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Dexter nursing homes

Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Dexter partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Dexter, GANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
14%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
24.6%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
24.6%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
21.1%
3.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Dexter nursing homes

Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Dexter communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Dexter, GANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
10.5%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
24.6%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
12.3%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
5.3%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Dexter nursing homes

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Dexter offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Dexter, GANational
Activity director
Activity director
26.3%
0.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
17.5%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
19.3%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
38.6%
6.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
33.3%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
36.8%
6.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
17.5%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
17.5%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
14%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
31.6%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
28.1%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
17.5%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
7%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
33.3%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

At Home Senior Living of Cochran, Alexander IV and John-Wesley Villas are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Dexter, Georgia. See full list of communities.

There are 85 nursing homes facilities near Dexter, Georgia. See the full list.

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