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Benton House Of Decatur

Benton House Of Decatur is an assisted living and memory care community in Decatur, GA.

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  • Interior

    A cozy living room with a central fireplace and elegant furniture arrangement.

  • Decor

    An elegant dining room with a long table, upholstered chairs, and a chandelier overhead.

  • Living Room

    Elegant living room with a cozy fireplace and grand piano.

  • Building

    A beautifully lit building entrance at night, showcasing elegant architecture and manicured landscaping.

  • Windows

    A cozy living area with comfortable seating, a dining table, and large windows that let in natural light.

  • Dining

    A cozy kitchen with wooden cabinets, green walls, and modern appliances.

  • Kitchen

    A spacious, modern kitchen featuring wood cabinetry, a central island, and elegant pendant lighting.

  • Garden

    A sunny outdoor patio with red umbrellas and a central fountain, surrounded by lush greenery.

  • Artwork

    A warmly decorated lobby featuring a large chandelier, red upholstered chairs, and elegant artwork on the walls.

  • Seating Area

    Aerial view of a courtyard with a central fountain surrounded by patio seating and red umbrellas.

  • Television

    A cozy living room with comfortable armchairs, a large television, and wooden bookshelves.

  • Chandelier

    An elegant dining area with chandeliers, tables, and columns.

  • Piano

    A grand piano situated in an elegant living room setting.

  • Brick Wall

    A well-lit Benton House sign is displayed on a brick wall surrounded by flowers at night.

2711 Lawrenceville Highway, Decatur, GA 30033

For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318

4.6 from 28 reviews
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Overall Review of Benton House Of Decatur

common 9 reviews mention this

Activities keep residents engaged

Residents describe ongoing activities that help pass the day.

Multiple reviews talk about scheduled enrichment and opportunities to stay involved, including arts, enrichment, and group discussions. Residents also mention being encouraged to socialize, making friends, and enjoying day-to-day programming. Even reviewers who were unhappy focus on how the routine limited options, highlighting how central activities are to daily life here.

common 7 reviews mention this

Clean, well-kept community spaces

Residents and families frequently mention a clean, maintained facility.

Several reviews praise the look and feel of the building, describing rooms and common areas as clean and comfortable. Others call out that the community is well maintained and easy to navigate, including praise for a smaller, single-level layout. A small number of critical reviews disagree, including complaints about cleaning standards and residents not being kept up as expected.

differentiator 4 reviews mention this

Care is personalized for memory care

Memory care is described as individualized and supportive of routines.

Families who used the memory-care neighborhood describe care that is personalized and helps residents stay engaged, including dignity-focused support. One review also mentions receiving regular updates from a memory-care coordinator. At the same time, at least one long-tenured family member raises concerns about consistency and training for Alzheimer’s care over time, including changes in staffing roles.

common 15 reviews mention this

Staff responsiveness stands out

Reviews consistently highlight attentive, responsive caregiving.

A strong share of reviews describe staff as professional, kind, and quick to respond to questions and concerns. Families also mention help with transitions and ongoing support, including medication timing and addressing safety needs. While many residents describe the team as supportive, a few critical reviews raise serious issues about professionalism and care follow-through.

caveat 3 reviews mention this

Care consistency and hygiene concerns

Some reviews raise concerns about staffing consistency and cleanliness.

A recurring downside in critical feedback is inconsistency in caregivers, which one memory-care family member links to challenges for residents who do better with stable routines. Another review criticizes cleaning practices and care for bed-bound residents. There are also reviews that acknowledge turnover as higher than ideal, with hopes that retention improves.

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Features

Housing

  • 90 resident community capacity 90 resident community capacity

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living
  • Memory Care Memory Care

Amenities

  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Computer center Computer center
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fitness room Fitness room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Gaming room Gaming room
  • Garden Garden
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Small library Small library
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wellness center Wellness center
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • William B Hartsfield-Atlanta International (16 miles away) William B Hartsfield-Atlanta International (16 miles away)
  • Community operated transportation Community operated transportation
  • Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement
  • Transportation arrangement (non-medical) Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Care Services

  • 12-16 hour nursing 12-16 hour nursing
  • 24-hour call system 24-hour call system
  • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Mild cognitive impairment Mild cognitive impairment
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Specialized memory care programming Specialized memory care programming

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Activities

  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Concierge services Concierge services
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Planned day trips Planned day trips
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities

Nearby Places of Interest

Located in the heart of Decatur, Georgia, this neighborhood offers convenient access to essential amenities for senior living. With multiple pharmacies such as CVS and Walgreens within a short distance, residents can easily access their medication and healthcare needs. The area is also home to various places of worship, providing spiritual support and community connections. Additionally, there are plenty of dining options from fast food to home cooking restaurants nearby. For leisure activities, seniors can enjoy parks like Briarlake Forest Park and Henderson Park for outdoor relaxation or catch a movie at Movie Tavern Northlake Festival. With healthcare facilities like Northlake Emory and Dekalb Medical Center close by, residents can rest assured knowing they have medical support within reach. Public transportation options such as MARTA stations also make it easy for seniors to get around the city. Overall, this neighborhood offers a mix of convenience, comfort, and community for those considering senior living in Decatur.

Pharmacies

  • CVS Pharmacy (0.3 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.9 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.2 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.4 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.8 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (3.1 miles)
  • Walgreens (3.7 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Rehoboth Baptist Church (0.8 miles)
  • North Decatur Presbyterian Church (2.6 miles)
  • Greek Orthodox Cathedral of the Annunciation (2.9 miles)
  • First Baptist Church of Decatur (3.8 miles)
  • Avondale Church Of Christ (4 miles)
  • Karin Kabalah Center of Atlanta (4.1 miles)
  • Embry Hills Church of Christ (4.2 miles)

Restaurants

  • Krystal (1 miles)
  • Chick-Fil-A (1.3 miles)
  • Golden Corral (1.3 miles)
  • McDonald's (1.3 miles)
  • Kacey's Home Cooking (1.4 miles)
  • Chick-Fil-A (1.6 miles)
  • Del Taco (1.8 miles)

Theaters

  • Movie Tavern Northlake Festival (1.4 miles)
  • Regal Hollywood (3.4 miles)
  • AMC Theatres Phipps Plz 14 (6.3 miles)
  • Phipps Plaza (6.3 miles)

Parks

  • Briarlake Forest Park (1.6 miles)
  • Leafmore Country Club (1.6 miles)
  • Henderson Park (3.5 miles)
  • Toy Park (4.2 miles)
  • McKoy Park (5.1 miles)
  • Morningside-Lenox Park Tennis Courts (5.4 miles)
  • Stone Mountain Walk Up Trail (5.7 miles)

Physicians

  • Northlake Emory (1.8 miles)
  • Decatur Health Imaging (2.4 miles)
  • Atlanta OB/GYN (2.9 miles)
  • Dekalb Medical Ctrdecatur Decatur (3.8 miles)
  • Oakhurst Pediatrics (5 miles)

Hospitals

  • Atlanta VA Medical Center (3.4 miles)
  • North Dekalb Health Center (4.4 miles)
  • Marcus Autism Center (4.4 miles)

Cafes

  • Starbucks (3.6 miles)
  • Dancing Goats Coffee Bar (4.1 miles)
  • White Windmill Bakery and Cafe (6.1 miles)

Transportation

  • Marta - Westbound (3.6 miles)
  • Epps Aviation (4.6 miles)
  • Brookhaven/Oglethorpe University MARTA Rail Station (5.3 miles)
  • MARTA - Doraville Station (5.6 miles)
  • MARTA - Lindbergh Center Station (6.3 miles)

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