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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Clarke County, GA

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Photo of Arbor Terrace Athens
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Long story short, they were awesome! My Dad was supported through his passing. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would absolutely recommend this community to other families, thanks again!
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.
Arbor Terrace of Athens is the premier assisted living community in the greater Athens, Georgia, area, providing the highest quality of geriatric care and assisted living, including innovative memory care designed specifically to support residents affected by Alzheimer's disease and other...
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Early in my brother’s stay, but he is pleased. The only area for improvement at this time is the wait time for meals. My brother is very happy with the visiting physician. Everything is going well at this...
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.
Experience senior living like no other at TerraBella Epps Bridge. Our extraordinary combination of amenities, personalized services, and senior lifestyle programs will elevate your lifestyle. Our Active Independent Living community offers supportive options for seniors at every stage. With our...
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44 Floor plans available
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My father had a stroke recently, and the transition from independent living to assisted living has been very difficult for him. The staff at The Landing has been very supportive to both my father and my...
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.
Introducing a brand new community to the Oconee County/Athens Georgia area. Locally owned and operated, The Landing Senior Living is a 48 room community. We proudly offer 16 memory care studios and 32 assisted living suites. The Landing Senior Living also offers resort style amenities to include:...
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55 Floor plans available
7.9
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If your family member is still able to get around and can perform daily tasks with some assistance, the Oaks at Cedar Shoals is a great option. It is well run and the staff are very loving and caring towards...
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.
Located on the East side of Athens, across from Cedar Shoals High School, The Oaks at Cedar Shoals is an assisted living community close to St. Mary's Hospital.
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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.
Talmage Terrace... not just a home, it's a lifestyle. Talmage Terrace is a unique retirement community offering several living choices. For over 30 years, Talmage Terrace has provided a vibrant, safe community. Home to the University of Georgia, Athens provides a stimulating environment ripe with...
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Our family was very pleased with Avery Village. It was an agonizing decision for us to place our mother in a memory care facility. Our first meeting with the director put us at ease. She came in and made...
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.
Avery Village, our Winterville senior living community, has recently received a beautiful renovation! We continue to provide thoughtful, compassionate care in a warm, lively community. We develop individual care plans to meet the needs of each resident. Nursing staff is available 24 hours a day...
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We're very pleased with how things have turned out at Highland Hills! It's a very nice place, I'd give them high marks across the board! The staff is caring and professional, and I really appreciate how...
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.
St. Mary’s Highland Hills Village, located on 55 beautiful acres in Oconee County, is a dynamic community designed for seniors who want a lifestyle with independent services and health care choices all in one convenient location. With Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care,...
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It has been a good experience at St. Gabriel Athens. My room is spacious and has extra storage built in. They repainted it a lovely color for me. I just really like it. The only problem has been the food....
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.
To most people it means seniors occupying their time in a nice building and cared for by professionals. Now imagine seniors living CONNECTED, ACTIVE, and PURPOSEFUL lives. Imagine them using tablets and social media to connect with family and friends, or enjoying a variety of experiences led by...
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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.
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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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My dad has been at Magnolia Estates for 4 years and I have nothing but great things to say about this assisted living home. The staff not only takes excellent care of the residents, but they are friendly and...
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.
Magnolia Estates of Oconee, the newest of the three facilities, opened its doors on December 4, 1997. Located on a 19 acre tract, Magnolia Estates of Oconee is nestled among massive 100 year old Southern White Oaks that give it that "old southern plantation" look and feel. Magnolia Estates of...

Cost of independent living in Clarke County, GA

The average cost of senior living in Clarke County is $3,706 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Lexington, GA with an average of $3,617 per month.

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

Clarke County, GA
$3,706/mo
$3,924/mo

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

Clarke County, GA
$3,706/mo
$4,236/mo
U.S. national average
$4,019/mo

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

$4,149/mo
Independent Living
$3,706/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,980/mo
Studio
$4,708/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,555/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,573/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Clarke County over time

Clarke County, GAGA stateNational

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What families are saying about independent living in Clarke County

Recent reviews for independent living in Clarke County

The Overlook Senior Living in Monroe, GA

4.9
I was a little disappointed in the rent increase after one year. It was about 16.5%. The quality of care, friendliness, and cleaniness is amazing. The activities could use some improvement.

The Landing of Bogart

4.9
We are thankful for the supportive community at The Landing of Bogart. The staff is caring and attentive and helpful to our mom and dad every day. They bring their compassion to their positions as care team members. My siblings and I are actively involved in our parents' care. We chose the ...
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Magnolia Estates of Oconee in Bogart, GA

5.0
When my husband and I moved to the Athens area, we needed a retirement living facility for my dad. Magnolia Estates was recommended to us by friends whose mother had previously been a resident. We visited and were very impressed with the facility and the staff. We chose Magnolia Estates and ...
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Clarke County independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Clarke County independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Clarke 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 Clarke 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 Clarke County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Clarke County, GANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
27.3%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
45.5%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
36.4%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
72.7%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
18.2%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Clarke 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 Clarke County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Clarke County, GANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
54.5%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
54.5%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
54.5%
36.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Clarke 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 Clarke County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Clarke County, GANational
Activity director
Activity director
72.7%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
63.6%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
27.3%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
72.7%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
72.7%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
72.7%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
72.7%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
45.5%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
63.6%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
63.6%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
54.5%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
36.4%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
45.5%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
63.6%
46.1%
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The Overlook Senior Living, Arbor Terrace Athens and Great Oaks Senior Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near Clarke County, Georgia. See full list of communities.

There are 11 independent living facilities near Clarke County, Georgia. See the full list.

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