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My mom use to volunteer here so she knew that this was going to be the right place for herself. They have been fabulous with my mom, they helped us arrange for her hospice care and all the staff treat her...
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.
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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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Cost of independent living in Carns Mill, GA

The average cost of senior living in Carns Mill is $3,864 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Morganton, GA with an average of $3,339 per month.

Independent living costs in Carns Mill, GA, vs. nearby cities

Carns Mill, GA
$3,864/mo
$4,050/mo

Independent living costs in Carns Mill, GA, vs. state and national averages

Carns Mill, GA
$3,864/mo
$4,247/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

Independent living costs in Carns Mill, GA, vs. other senior living options

$4,401/mo
Independent Living
$3,864/mo

Independent living costs in Carns Mill, GA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,882/mo
Private
$10,230/mo
Studio
$4,569/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,772/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,577/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,786/mo

Senior living costs in Carns Mill 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: Carns Mill, GA
Column state: Georgia
Column national: U.S.
Community typeCarns Mill, GAGeorgiaU.S.
Independent Living$3,864/mo$4,247/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$4,109/mo$3,591/mo$4,558/mo
Memory Care$4,401/mo$4,092/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Carns Mill, GA:$3,864/mo
Georgia:$4,247/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Carns Mill, GA:$4,109/mo
Georgia:$3,591/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Memory Care
Carns Mill, GA:$4,401/mo
Georgia:$4,092/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Carns Mill, GA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Carns Mill 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 Carns Mill, GA

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Carns Mill 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
Carns Mill, GA$3,498/mo$3,403/mo+2.8%
Georgia$3,108/mo$3,153/mo-1.4%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Carns Mill, GA
2024 average cost:$3,498/mo
2023 average cost:$3,403/mo
Percent change:+2.8%
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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What families are saying about independent living in Carns Mill

Recent reviews for independent living in Carns Mill

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.

The Phoenix at Roswell

5.0
My husband has been at Pacifica about a month. He has Parkinson's Dementia. This includes a major change in personality making it impossible for me to keep him at home. He can turn from a sweet helpful man to a raging angry man in a matter of seconds. Sometimes, even I don't see the transition ...
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Carns Mill independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Carns Mill independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Carns Mill, 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 Carns Mill 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 Carns Mill partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Carns Mill, GANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
19.2%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
53.3%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
50.7%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
43%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
16.9%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Carns Mill 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 Carns Mill communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Carns Mill, GANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
50.7%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
58.6%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
50%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
23.2%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Carns Mill 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 Carns Mill offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Carns Mill, GANational
Activity director
Activity director
58.9%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
44.4%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
39.4%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
65.9%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
62.9%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
69.2%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
56%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
44.7%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
52%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
60.9%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
59.9%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
43%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
28.5%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
60.3%
47%
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Park at Johns Creek, The Gardens of Rome and The Fountains of Calhoun are the top-rated independent living facilities near Carns Mill, Georgia. See full list of communities.
There are 363 independent living facilities near Carns Mill, Georgia. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Carns Mill, Georgia are The Gardens of Rome, Presbyterian Village of Austell and The Georgian Lakeside by Cogir. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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