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They are very good to me here. The aides treat me good and are very nice to me. The rooms are huge, and I have a private room with a nice size bathroom and shower.
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Lazy-R Personal Care Lazy-R Personal Care is a well-established senior living community located in the quaint town of Blairsville, Georgia. This small town has loads of charm and is a warm and welcoming town. Lazy-R is easily accessed just off of Highway 15. Nearby is the southern cuisine Fatz...
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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.
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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I have visited this community over the past 4 years and I have not felt more welcome than I do now! The community smells clean and the residents are always smiling. Just go to their Facebook page and you...
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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.
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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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.
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: 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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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
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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.
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.
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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.
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They did an excellent job at Tanglewood Community! It is a very nice place, and they take great care of the residents here. I like that they do not segregate the memory care patients, and allow everyone to...
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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.
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.
Tanglewood provides Assisted Living, Respite, and Adult Day Care services. The atmosphere at Tanglewood is rich in daily activities, with restaurant-style dining, lavishly decorated interiors with large common areas and smaller quant and intimate setting nooks. Our residents are viewed as guest...
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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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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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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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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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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.
The Health Center at Standifer Place is a unique, comprehensive facility. From Independent Living, to Assisted Living, to compassionate Hospice care, HCSP provides options for successive stages of life and changing levels of ability. Residents have convenient access to services on the journey...
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The staff at Cannon Wood is exceptional. They are caring and compassionate. The food is excellent, however I think they could use a few more activities. The community is well taken care of. It is like a...
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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.
Cannon Wood Village is senior community located in the peaceful area that is Tiger, GA. This community provides seniors with a home in a quiet area, allowing them to get away from the hustle and bustle of the rest of the world. The town of Tiger offers a drive-in, a library, a historical society,...
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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.
At Standifer Place, the abilities and individual requirements of each resident are assessed prior to admission. The goal is to provide each resident with the assistance necessary to remain safe and healthy while encouraging independence and activity. Residents get personalized care at an...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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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Cost of memory care in Windy Ridge, GA

The average cost of senior living in Windy Ridge is $3,978 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Young Harris, GA with an average of $3,222 per month.

Memory care costs in Windy Ridge, GA, vs. nearby cities

Windy Ridge, GA
$3,978/mo
$3,339/mo

Memory care costs in Windy Ridge, GA, vs. state and national averages

Windy Ridge, GA
$3,978/mo
$4,092/mo
U.S. national average
$4,794/mo

Memory care costs in Windy Ridge, GA, vs. other senior living options

Memory Care
$3,978/mo

Memory care costs in Windy Ridge, GA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,474/mo
Studio
$4,472/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,896/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,777/mo

Senior living costs in Windy Ridge vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Windy Ridge, GA
Column state: Georgia
Column national: U.S.
Community typeWindy Ridge, GAGeorgiaU.S.
Memory Care$3,978/mo$4,092/mo$4,794/mo
Assisted Living$3,816/mo$3,591/mo$4,558/mo
Independent Living$3,684/mo$4,247/mo$4,016/mo
Memory Care
Windy Ridge, GA:$3,978/mo
Georgia:$4,092/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Assisted Living
Windy Ridge, GA:$3,816/mo
Georgia:$3,591/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Independent Living
Windy Ridge, GA:$3,684/mo
Georgia:$4,247/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Memory care costs in Windy Ridge, GA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Windy Ridge and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Memory care cost trends in Windy Ridge, GA

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Windy Ridge have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Windy Ridge, GA$4,787/mo$4,958/mo-3.5%
Georgia$4,647/mo$4,377/mo+6.2%
National$6,439/mo$6,063/mo+6.2%
Windy Ridge, GA
2024 average cost:$4,787/mo
2023 average cost:$4,958/mo
Percent change:-3.5%
Georgia
2024 average cost:$4,647/mo
2023 average cost:$4,377/mo
Percent change:+6.2%
National
2024 average cost:$6,439/mo
2023 average cost:$6,063/mo
Percent change:+6.2%
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What families are saying about memory care in Windy Ridge

Recent reviews for memory care in Windy Ridge

Morning Pointe of Chattanooga at Shallowford

5.0
I absolutely love it and my Dad seems to like it. I love the staff and they have been great for my Dad. He has adjusted extremely well. He feels like this is his home. He is really happy with the food there.

Oaks at Dalton

5.0
The staff are caring and kind. The meals are good. They keep you well informed. Moving in was easy. I would highly recommend The Oaks at Dalton to others.

The Bridge at Ooltewah

5.0
I live with my mom at The Bridge at Ooltewah. mom has lived here since [date removed]. we love being part of the community there. there is never a dull moment and it is a loving and caring community. there are lots of things to do and much musical entertainment and the food is good.

Windy Ridge review score based on 282 family reviews

8.5
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This proprietary review score is based on 282 reviews of 74 Windy Ridge memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Windy Ridge review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how memory care residents and family members rate memory care in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Windy Ridge review score compared against nearby cities

8.5
Windy Ridge, GA74 facilities
8.4
Morganton, GA18 facilities
8.5
Blue Ridge, GA104 facilities

Review subcategories for Windy Ridge memory care

When memory care residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 282 reviews of 74 Windy Ridge memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Windy Ridge resident and family memory care satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Windy Ridge, GA averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.9
4.1
Friendliness
4.0
4.2
Care services
3.7
3.9
Staff
3.8
4.1
Meals & dining
3.4
3.8
Activities
3.5
3.7
Value for cost*
3.4
3.8
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Windy Ridge memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Windy Ridge memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Windy Ridge, 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 Windy Ridge memory care

Memory care communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of memory care partners in Windy Ridge that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
56.8%
66.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
41.9%
49.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
98.6%
82.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
62.2%
73.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
36.5%
29.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
98.6%
90%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
48.6%
63%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
58.1%
74%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Windy Ridge memory care

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 Windy Ridge Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Windy Ridge, GANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
58.1%
75.6%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
29.7%
47%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
39.2%
72%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
10.8%
27.1%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Windy Ridge memory care

Memory care communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Windy Ridge partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Windy Ridge, GANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
21.6%
28.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
45.9%
45.1%
No sugar
No sugar
43.2%
42.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
32.4%
51%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
12.2%
17%
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Availability of select dining options in Windy Ridge memory care

Our memory care communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Windy Ridge communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Windy Ridge, GANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
28.4%
32.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
50%
40.4%
Room service
Room service
35.1%
37.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
13.5%
23.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Windy Ridge memory care

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered memory care communities in Windy Ridge offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Windy Ridge, GANational
Activity director
Activity director
48.6%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
31.1%
34.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
29.7%
28.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
56.8%
55.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
48.6%
52.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
62.2%
62.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
43.2%
40.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
35.1%
35.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
33.8%
37%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
44.6%
48.1%
Live performances
Live performances
45.9%
48.7%
Dances
Dances
28.4%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
12.2%
22.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
45.9%
47.2%
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State regulations for memory care in Windy Ridge

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for memory care. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Georgia memory care regulations will help you understand how memory care communities in Windy Ridge protect seniors.
Learn about Georgia memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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