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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.
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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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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Provides: Independent Living
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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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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
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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.
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
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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: Senior Apartments
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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.
Provides: Senior Apartments
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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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Photo of BeeHive Homes of Gainesville
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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Really appreciate the great care my mother receives here. She is happy and has made friends. It's a real relief to know that the staff is very caring and aware of what is happening with the residents.
Provides: Senior Apartments
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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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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.
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, 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.
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...
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.
Autumn Breeze offers our residents a beautiful residential environment where choice, individuality and independence are encouraged daily. We offer the 'safety net' of twenty four staffing, excellent restaurant style meals, housekeeping service, laundry and linen service, beauty shop services,...
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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Overall it's very good. The cost is fine. I think the aides and the medical people could have a lot of improvement. I think they have some really good people, and then they have some who are not as good. ...
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.
Martin Boyd Christian Home was founded in 1984 by the local Churches of Christ. The original facility opened with 9 residents and 10 employees and has grown to house over 100 residents with a staff of over 50. The facility has grown to include 3 levels of care ranging from assisted care to...
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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.

Cost of independent living in Blue Ridge, GA

The average cost of senior living in Blue Ridge is $3,702 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Young Harris, GA with an average of $2,864 per month.

Independent living costs in Blue Ridge, GA, vs. nearby cities

Blue Ridge, GA
$3,702/mo
$3,339/mo

Independent living costs in Blue Ridge, GA, vs. state and national averages

Blue Ridge, GA
$3,702/mo
$4,247/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

Independent living costs in Blue Ridge, GA, vs. other senior living options

$3,995/mo
Independent Living
$3,702/mo

Independent living costs in Blue Ridge, GA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,447/mo
Studio
$4,246/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,506/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,327/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,750/mo

Senior living costs in Blue 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: Blue Ridge, GA
Column state: Georgia
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBlue Ridge, GAGeorgiaU.S.
Independent Living$3,702/mo$4,247/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$3,850/mo$3,591/mo$4,558/mo
Memory Care$3,995/mo$4,092/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Blue Ridge, GA:$3,702/mo
Georgia:$4,247/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Blue Ridge, GA:$3,850/mo
Georgia:$3,591/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Memory Care
Blue Ridge, GA:$3,995/mo
Georgia:$4,092/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Blue Ridge, GA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Blue 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
Blue Ridge, GA$3,352/mo$3,732/mo-10.2%
Georgia$3,108/mo$3,153/mo-1.4%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Blue Ridge, GA
2024 average cost:$3,352/mo
2023 average cost:$3,732/mo
Percent change:-10.2%
Georgia
2024 average cost:$3,108/mo
2023 average cost:$3,153/mo
Percent change:-1.4%
National
2024 average cost:$3,261/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about independent living in Blue Ridge

Recent reviews for independent living in Blue Ridge

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.

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.

Garden Plaza Of Greenbriar Cove in Ooltewah, TN

5.0
They do everything well. We picked this community, because they have large rooms, it's clean, and friendly. The offer activiites, such as; exercise, lap pool, bingo and cards, cooking, woodworking, and cross stitch.

Blue Ridge independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Blue Ridge independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Blue Ridge, 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 Blue Ridge 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 Blue Ridge partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Blue Ridge, GANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
17.2%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
45.2%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
41.9%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
34.4%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
12.9%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Blue Ridge 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 Blue Ridge communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Blue Ridge, GANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
31.2%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
50.5%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
34.4%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16.1%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Blue Ridge 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 Blue Ridge offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Blue Ridge, GANational
Activity director
Activity director
50.5%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
36.6%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
31.2%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
58.1%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
51.6%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
61.3%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
46.2%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
37.6%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
38.7%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
48.4%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
48.4%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
30.1%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
19.4%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
49.5%
47%
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The Fountains of Calhoun, Oaks at Hampton and Holiday Smoky Springs are the top-rated independent living facilities near Blue Ridge, Georgia. See full list of communities.
There are 119 independent living facilities near Blue Ridge, Georgia. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Blue Ridge, Georgia are Oaks at Hampton and Holiday Smoky Springs. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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