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Yesterday, my family celebrated the beautiful life of my Aunt [Removed]. Today, we give God thanks for the wonderful team at Blue Ridge Assisted Living & Memory Care. I am thankful to have seen their...
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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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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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I've lived here for almost 5 years and have to say that I have enjoyed all of them. People are friendly and we are close to great food and shopping. The staff are awesome. They always have a smile and if...
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Ashton Arbors is a senior housing community that will provide seniors with everything they love in the heart of Marietta, Cobb County, GA. For seniors who are moving to the area and family members coming to visit, there are loads of different attractions all located nearby to provide for hours of...
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At the beginning of [date removed], my aunt had the opportunity to move from [removed] to Calvin Court Georgia. The staff helped us with the paperwork, making it simple for her to move in right away. What a...
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Step inside Calvin Court and feel the energy. Located in dynamic Buckhead Calvin Court offers affordable living for senior adults from all walks of life. Here you might meet a professional artist sketching on the patio, yoga enthusiasts stretching in the gym, friends gathering for a night of...
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My Mom loves living here! She can use her walker to go to Publix, Barnes & Noble, Starbucks and more! That is independent living! The staff is absolutely amazing, the apartments are lovely, and there are...
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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.
Providing much more than a home for mature adults since 1964, Campbell-Stone Apartments / Buckhead has set a standard for retirement living in the Atlanta area with a dedication to a Mission Statement of service and sensitivity to cost. Campbell-Stone is located in the gracious neighborhood of...
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally 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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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.
At Safe Haven Home For All you can expect great care from our team of caregivers who seek ways to give residents no less than the best possible care. We participate in the health management of our clients. Safe Haven Home For All is not just a place to live – it is a place to enjoy your golden...
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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.
1,2, and 3 bedroom apartments and townhomes. Apartment Home interiors include: eat-in kitchens, ceramic tile showers, large walk-in closets, oversized patios/balconies, gas starter fireplaces, washer/dryer connections, beautiful views.
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We call it a Quality Retirement Lifestyle; You'll call it home with a happy smile. Our motto is kindness and we understand, compliment each day to do all we can. Our dining area open, meals sprinkled with sunshine, our environment smoke-free to enjoy as we dine. Pleasing conversation in a warm...
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Greenbrooke is close to shopping, restaurants, and medical facilities you will be amazed at the quiet neighborhood feel of Greenbrooke.  Residents also enjoy a movie theater just a stone's throw away. The community offers a Clubhouse where residents enjoy billiards, cards, pot luck,...
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Overall I think they do a good job at Decatur Christian Towers, my loved one seems to be enjoying himself here. For the most part we've got no complaints, the people are friendly and it's a nice looking...
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Decatur Christian TowersDecatur Christian Towers (often called DCT) senior apartments, is an attractive 14 story apartment community for seniors that is located just a mile from Decatur, GA in DeKalb County. Thanks to our close location to downtown Decatur, our residents are able to enjoy all the...
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Amberley is located at 890 Macland Road Paulding County in Dallas, Georgia, 12 miles west of Marietta. Amberley maintains the small-town atmosphere of Dallas, yet is convenient to Town Center Mall and Hartsfield International Airport. 2 bedroom, 1 or 11/2 bath units are available. No stairs....

Cost of independent living in Ball Ground, GA

The average cost of senior living in Ball Ground is $4,756 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Dahlonega, GA with an average of $3,546 per month.

Independent living costs in Ball Ground, GA, vs. nearby cities

Ball Ground, GA
$4,756/mo
$4,292/mo
$4,063/mo

Independent living costs in Ball Ground, GA, vs. state and national averages

Ball Ground, GA
$4,756/mo
$4,251/mo
U.S. national average
$4,024/mo

Independent living costs in Ball Ground, GA, vs. other senior living options

$4,368/mo
Independent Living
$4,756/mo

Independent living costs in Ball Ground, GA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$2,617/mo
Studio
$3,428/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,951/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,958/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,570/mo

Senior living costs in Ball Ground 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: Ball Ground, GA
Column state: Georgia
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBall Ground, GAGeorgiaU.S.
Independent Living$4,756/mo$4,251/mo$4,024/mo
Assisted Living$4,169/mo$3,594/mo$4,565/mo
Memory Care$4,368/mo$4,097/mo$4,803/mo
Independent Living
Ball Ground, GA:$4,756/mo
Georgia:$4,251/mo
U.S.:$4,024/mo
Assisted Living
Ball Ground, GA:$4,169/mo
Georgia:$3,594/mo
U.S.:$4,565/mo
Memory Care
Ball Ground, GA:$4,368/mo
Georgia:$4,097/mo
U.S.:$4,803/mo
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Independent living costs in Ball Ground, GA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Ball Ground 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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Independent living cost trends in Ball Ground, GA

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Ball Ground 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Ball Ground, GA$3,206/mo$3,246/mo-1.2%
Georgia$3,067/mo$3,106/mo-1.3%
National$3,256/mo$3,166/mo+2.8%
Ball Ground, GA
2024 average cost:$3,206/mo
2023 average cost:$3,246/mo
Percent change:-1.2%
Georgia
2024 average cost:$3,067/mo
2023 average cost:$3,106/mo
Percent change:-1.3%
National
2024 average cost:$3,256/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+2.8%
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What families are saying about independent living in Ball Ground

Recent reviews for independent living in Ball Ground

TerraBella Sugarloaf in Suwanee, GA

4.9
The staff is very friendly and helpful, and you have activities, except for Saturday and Sunday. They have transportation within a ten mile radius and no charge. They also do outings, such as trips to grocery stores and restaurants. The move in was easy. The meals are good, but should be more ...
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Cumming Senior Living

5.0
We moved our dad here in January of this year. I have been so happy with the quality of care and cleanliness. All of the other families of the residents that I’ve met are all so kind. The food is excellent as well! I highly recommend Cumming Nursing Center for your loved one.

Decatur Christian Towers

5.0
Everybody was extremely nice and helpful in getting me in touch with the right resources to move my loved one into the place. I thought it was a good facility and I can not think of any improvements that need to be made.

Ball Ground independent living services and amenities

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

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Ball Ground independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Ball Ground partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
16.6%
20.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
46.3%
34%
No sugar
No sugar
43.7%
31.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
38.9%
33.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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7.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Ball Ground independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Ball Ground communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Ball Ground, GANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
43.2%
36.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
51.7%
43.4%
Room service
Room service
43.2%
36.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Ball Ground independent 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 independent living communities in Ball Ground offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Ball Ground, GANational
Activity director
Activity director
52.9%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
38.1%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
35.3%
32.7%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
61.6%
49.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
56.3%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
63.7%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
49.4%
43%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
39.4%
37.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
46.5%
41.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
54%
47.4%
Live performances
Live performances
53.5%
47.2%
Dances
Dances
37.3%
32.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25.3%
39.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
53.2%
46.9%
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