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Photo of Benton House at Oakleaf
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My husband and I retired several years ago and mom lived with us. When she moved in we have piece of mind to travel, day trip and relax again knowing mom is cared for.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
We. Are. Family. Award Winning Senior Living! National Winner-Top 50 in Aging Services by Fortune magazine. A Great Place to Work certified 3 consecutive years. Multiple Pinnacle Customer Service Awards. Call or drop by to see what makes Benton House at Oakleaf the most desired in the...
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Photo of The Canopy at Harper Lake
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Not sure if they do outside activities like trips to a lake/park like the last facility we were a party of. Yes, I would recommend this community to other families based on the experience we have had so far.
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.
The Canopy at Harper Lake is a beautiful community that embodies excellence in every manner. You will feel right at home in one of our spacious apartments with several different floor plans to choose from to fit your needs. From the activities that our residents participate in, like bingo, nail...
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Photo of Canopy at Azalea Grove
2020 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.1
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26 reviews
9.1
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The experience would be positive, they were good to my dad and to others. We picked this community because of the value and the people were caring and professional.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
The Canopy at Azalea Grove is an Assisted Living and Memory Care community featuring the highest standards in dining, activities, and care, offering upscale amenities, Chef-inspired dining, and a myriad of activities promoting physical conditioning and mental wellness. Assisted LivingWhether you...
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1 very good 2 also very good 3 good - they become like family 4 food is good almost always 6 not much activity but [name removed] is usually up and out of her room 7 about as good as can be
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
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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.
WillowBrook is a privately-owned and operated assisted living community located in Lake City, Florida. WillowBrook provides the highest quality of care for our residents while upholding their independence and integrity. Our trained, compassionate, and dedicated staff create a safe, healthy, and...
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6.8
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9 reviews
6.8
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9 reviews
5 star
45%
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22%
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11%
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22%
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The workers at the community like our loved one and talk to him, he is told them about living in [name removed]. It is a super clean community, smart toilets that fall camera in our loved ones room.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
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A Great find! A home for any situation. Efficiency to single family type homes. Even manufactured home park. Motel and rv park for visitors. Has it's own shopping center and medical center as well as a...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes, Senior Apartments
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.
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The first thing you’ll notice when you visit Advent Christian Village in north Florida is that it’s not your typical retirement community. It’s a rare place — one that embraces community, celebrates living life to the fullest, and dedicates itself to serving others. Whether your lifestyle is...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Danielle Bryant AFCHDanielle Bryant AFCH is located in Jasper, FL in Hamilton County. This residential care home provides the support that is right for you in a setting that is historical and beautiful. Those spending time in this area appreciate the historical Old Hamilton County Jail and United...
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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.
Photo of The Plantation On Summers LLC
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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Photo of WillowCreek Assisted Living and Memory 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.
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.
Photo of Village Lake Suites
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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.
Photo of Baptist Village Lake Park
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.
Photo of White House 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
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.
Surrounded by palm trees and blanketed in luscious green grass, Tebeau House in Waycross Georgia is senior living at its finest. Less than twenty seniors live together in a community of sharing; they live in spacious surroundings with wheelchair accessible showers and full tubs in every bathroom....
Photo of Riverwood Lodge Assisted Living
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.
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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Very nice facility. Excellent staff. Rooms are well maintained Assisted living rooms are private rooms with full bathrooms. Highly recommended. My mother was resistant to the idea at first, as many people...
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.
Photo of Golden Retreat Shelter 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.

Cost of assisted living in Council, GA

The average cost of senior living in Council is $3,411 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Lake Park, GA with an average of $2,748 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Council, GA vs. nearby cities

Council, GA
$3,411/mo
$2,800/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Council, GA vs. the state and national average

Council, GA
$3,411/mo
$3,584/mo
U.S. national average
$4,562/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Council vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$3,411/mo
$3,616/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Council, GA by room type

Semi-Private
$3,417/mo
Studio
$4,340/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,959/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Council over time

Council, GAGA stateNational

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Council, GA

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Council.

What families are saying about assisted living in Council

Recent reviews for assisted living in Council

The Canopy at Harper Lake in Lake City, FL

4.9
There was a problem with the transition but that was resolved quickly and they have been responsive and my Mom is very happy living there now. There were two facilities that we were considering and The Canopy was much closer to my sister who helps make sure my Mom is taken care of.

Dayspring Senior Living in Hilliard, FL

4.8
Our experience with Dayspring Senior Living was very good, however it was short-lived as our loved one was only there for a couple of weeks.

Lakes Crossing Senior Care in Kingsland, GA

4.7
It is pretty expensive, but the food is excellent - it is very good. The activities are still pretty limited. The friendliness of the staff really stood out to us,. They are just very nice. They also have a really nice area on the porch and in the back for the residents to get out and ...
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Council review score based on 32 family reviews

8.6
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This proprietary review score is based on 32 reviews of 20 Council assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Council review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living 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

Council review score compared against nearby cities

8.6
Council, GA20 facilities
8.4
Fargo, GA23 facilities
8.8
Homerville, GA13 facilities

Review subcategories for Council assisted living

When assisted living 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 32 reviews of 20 Council assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Council resident and family assisted living 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.
Council, GA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.6
4.5
Friendliness
4.7
4.6
Care services
4.5
4.2
Staff
4.6
4.5
Meals & dining
4.5
4.1
Activities
4.2
4.1
Value for cost*
4.5
4.1
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Council assisted living services and amenities

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

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Council that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Council, GANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
35%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
30%
33.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
40%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
25%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
40%
48.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
40%
53.8%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Council assisted living

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 Council Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Council, GANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
35%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
25%
32.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
35%
41.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
5%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Council assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Council partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Council, GANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
15%
27%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
20%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
25%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
20%
35.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
5%
13%
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Availability of select dining options in Council assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Council communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Council, GANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
20%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
25%
42%
Room service
Room service
20%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20%
17.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Council assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Council offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Council, GANational
Activity director
Activity director
30%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
15%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
15%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
45%
50%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
30%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
40%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
20%
41%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
20%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
25%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
25%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
30%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
20%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
15%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
25%
45.6%
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State regulations for assisted living in Council

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Georgia assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Council protect seniors.

Learn about Georgia Assisted Living regulations

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Benton House at Oakleaf, The Canopy at Harper Lake and Canopy at Azalea Grove are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Council, Georgia. See full list of communities.

There are 20 assisted living facilities near Council, Georgia. See the full list.

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