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9.7
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33 reviews
9.7
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33 reviews
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I work with someone whose parent lives at John Wesley when I told her about some of my own struggles she recommended we look at John Wesley and I was really impressed by the cleanliness and how friendly the...
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.
Home is waiting for you at John-Wesley Villas! We are the only family-owned community in the area and have been open since 1986. We offer family values sharing in the same common goal- our residents are our families and are treated as such. John-Wesley Villas Macon understands that no two people...
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9.6
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78 reviews
9.6
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78 reviews
5 star
66%
4 star
17%
3 star
9%
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5%
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Pinegate has a sense of belonging. a great community that makes residents feel included and that their perspectives are valued. This is a place of mutual respect for each individual. We have access to...
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Pinegate provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Pinegate provides you with peaceful seclusion in the middle of it all. Take time to relax and enjoy the beautiful Georgia countryside, or if you feel like stepping out, the Macon Mall is just minutes away. The...
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9.4
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17 reviews
9.4
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17 reviews
5 star
76%
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12%
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12%
2 star
0%
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Modern facility... They keep it really clean and beautifully decorated. The staff are friendly and know everyone's name. Any concern I have had has been addressed immediately. The Director is wonderful. They...
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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55 Floor plans available
8.2
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17 reviews
8.2
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17 reviews
5 star
59%
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29%
3 star
6%
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0%
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6%
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The staff have provided very attentive care to my Mother. The community there have gone out of their way to make Mother feel at home. They have recently hired a new chef, so hopefully the food will improve...
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.
The Oaks of Lake Wildwood sits quietly nestled away in the Cherry Blossom capital of the world -- Macon, Georgia. Just as the cherry trees in the springtime welcome the sunshine, we welcome you to come and tour our lovely community. We are conveniently located near I-475. You will experience a...
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8.0
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5 reviews
8.0
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5 reviews
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I picked this community, because it was a smaller size for one and pet friendly. It was sight unseen but every one was friendly. Could not be any better unless more transportation was provided at a better...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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 Oaks - Peake provides a senior living community to those seniors who are looking to make Macon, GA their home. This community is located in a city that offers much to do and see. Macon is a part of Bibb County, and it provides entertainment and attractions to residents and guests. Those...
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8.0
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6 reviews
8.0
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6 reviews
5 star
100%
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I have lived at The Gables for almost 3 years come June. I loved it even before I came for the tour. The staff at a Place for Mom was wonderful. They put me up in a very nice suite at The Gateway while I...
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Conveniently located in prestigious North Macon, The Gables are nestled within the beautifully landscaped area of Wolf Creek. Churches, banks, restaurants and shopping are only five minutes away. Our luxurious but affordable patio homes are available with one and two bedroom floor plans with...
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7.5
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14 reviews
7.5
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14 reviews
5 star
57%
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29%
3 star
7%
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My mom says the food quality is hit or miss.....and also we both were under the impression that breakfast, lunch, and dinner were served. Only to find out only lunch is served. And find it odd that...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Magnolia Manor of Macon is located in the heart of the city and is convenient to both downtown and Riverside. There are an abundance of activities and events our Macon residents enjoy, including the annual Cherry Blossom Festival. Independent Living within a caring community is the key to life...
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1.0
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4 reviews
1.0
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4 reviews
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3 star
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Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
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.
St. Paul Apartments are senior apartments located in the city of Macon, GA, in Bibb county. The city offers great shopping at The Shoppes at River Mall, Eisenhower Crossing and Macon Mall. There is always something going on in the city, from music festivals to The Georgia State Fair, and...
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55 Floor plans available
6.0
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71 reviews
6.0
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71 reviews
5 star
65%
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20%
3 star
8%
2 star
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They are sweet to the residents and family members. Always willing to help and provide information that you request in a timely manner I absolutely recommend Antebellum Arlington Place to others!
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.
Antebellum Arlington Place in Historic Downtown Macon is located near Middle Georgia's largest hospital, along with cathedrals, churches and synagogues. Only one mile from Interstate 75, Antebellum Arlington Place is convenient for visitors to find. It sits privately on a hill, with secured...
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Our loved one was not here long before he decided he wasn't quite ready for a senior community, but they did a good job from what we were able to see. The staff were friendly and professional, and kept the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, 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.
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.
Willow Creek Macon is a senior living community located in Macon, Georgia among the weeping willow trees that Macon is so famous for. We are surrounded by all of the neighborhood accommodations any visiting relative could ever need, and we now how to make guests feel welcome. But what we...
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6.5
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14 reviews
6.5
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14 reviews
5 star
86%
4 star
7%
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I am happy with this community that I now live in. The staff are caring and always making sure that things are going well for us. We like the menu and the activities that are offered for when we want to...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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 Cottages on Wesleyan offers maintenance free living in a beautifully designed and luxurious community. Both independent and assisted living options are designed with the needs of seniors and active adults in mind. Our Independent Living community specializes in providing homes that meet every...
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8.5
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4 reviews
8.5
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4 reviews
5 star
50%
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When my brother moved in, they had had some recent water damage from a plumbing leak. But it sounds like they've done a good job with the renovation. This only affected the main level. [name removed], has...
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Vineville Tower is located in beautiful Macon in the county seat of Bibb County, Georgia. The Ocmulgee River is located just inside Macon and runs through the middle of Macon's major downtown area. Macon is also nicknamed the 'The Heart of Georgia' and with good reason because it is beautiful and...
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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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
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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Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
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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Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
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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Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
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, 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, 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.
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.

Cost of independent living in Bibb County, GA

The average cost of senior living in Bibb County is $2,597 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Reynolds, GA with an average of $1,598 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Bibb County, GA vs. nearby counties

Bibb County, GA
$2,597/mo
$2,597/mo
$2,500/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Bibb County, GA vs. the state and national average

Bibb County, GA
$2,597/mo
$4,236/mo
U.S. national average
$4,019/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Bibb County vs. other types of senior living

$3,074/mo
Independent Living
$2,597/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Bibb County, GA by room type

Semi-Private
$2,500/mo
Studio
$3,184/mo
1 Bedroom
$2,824/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,070/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Bibb County over time

Bibb County, GAGA stateNational

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What families are saying about independent living in Bibb County

Recent reviews for independent living in Bibb County

Vineville Tower in Macon, GA

5.0
I moved my aunt whom is 68 yrs old, she loves it, the community is very friendly and access to shopping and other things are right at your feet. There are so many good things about this center I can write a book. From the beginning or my search I was helped by ROSE the office admin. She is ...
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The Phoenix at Lake Joy in Warner Robins, GA

3.4
Our loved one was previously a resident at The Phoenix at Lake Joy. The quality of care declined. If not for hospice, I don't know what we would have done. We ended up moving our loved one to another facility. I would not recommend The Phoenix at Lake Joy to others.

The Cottages on Wesleyan in Macon, GA

4.7
The Cottages is a wonderful facility with a great staff. They have provided my mother with a very caring and supportive environment. The scale of operations at The Cottages gives it a home/family feel that is unique and enables a very personalized experience.

Bibb County independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Bibb County independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Bibb County, 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 Bibb County 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 Bibb County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Bibb County, GANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
9.5%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
28.6%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
28.6%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
23.8%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
9.5%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Bibb County 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 Bibb County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Bibb County, GANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
14.3%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
28.6%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
9.5%
36.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Bibb County 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 Bibb County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Bibb County, GANational
Activity director
Activity director
38.1%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
19%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
19%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
47.6%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
42.9%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
47.6%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
28.6%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
9.5%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
23.8%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
42.9%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
42.9%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
19%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
14.3%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
38.1%
46.1%
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John-Wesley Villas, Holiday Pinegate and Alexander IV are the top-rated independent living facilities near Bibb County, Georgia. See full list of communities.

There are 21 independent living facilities near Bibb County, Georgia. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Bibb County, Georgia are John-Wesley Villas and Holiday Pinegate. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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