Gentle Touch sits in Decatur, GA, as a small assisted living and board and care facility with only three assisted living units, so everyone gets a good bit of attention, and folks can enjoy privacy in different accommodations like studios, one-bedroom suites, or shared apartments, all furnished and including cable and wifi, which helps folks feel more at home, especially with private rooms starting at about $2,500 a month. The staff's always awake and on hand day and night, and the place keeps safety in mind with emergency pull cords, ADA-compliant bathrooms, and secure grounds. People can bring small pets along and walk them on the grounds or the walking paths, and the building has features like a well-lit dining hall, a library and reading room, indoor common areas, a theatre, beauty and barbershop, as well as on-site laundry, housekeeping, and linen services, so there's not much that's left to worry about as far as daily living goes. Meals get prepared by the chef and are available all day, with options for special diets, including diabetes care, which fits with Gentle Touch's health focus, including diabetic management and even care for folks with Parkinson's disease, whether they need help sitting up, getting a shower, medication management, spoon feeding, transfers, continence support, or general non-ambulatory care.
The staff watches over each resident's health, provides 24-hour supervision, and runs move-in coordination to help things go smoothly, so there's a personal touch to the care provided. Housekeeping and transportation arrangements, including rides to medical appointments, are part of the routine, and friends and family are welcome and can join support meetings when needed. Residents keep active with activities like movie nights, social events, and wellness programs, and there's always something happening with on-site and offsite devotional activities. Folks who need a short stay or a break for their caregiver can use the respite care service. Most staff speak English, and the setting is home-like, with a focus on privacy, respect, and both physical and emotional well-being. Gentle Touch supports independence while providing help for those who need it, and living in the Decatur area means residents have easy access to local shops and services. The place is recognized by SeniorAdvisor and offers community information through its website, helping families make informed choices with assistance from a senior living advisor, and the schedule keeps convenient business hours throughout the week. The facility stays small to ensure care feels personal, the atmosphere stays warm, and everyone's treated with dignity.
