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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Columbia County, GA

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If you’re looking for independent living in the Columbia County area, our local senior living advisors can help you each step of the way. From affordable independent living for seniors to luxury options, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of independent living in Columbia County. From there, we’ll show you the best independent living communities for your lifestyle, interests, and budget.

Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 10 independent living facilities in Columbia County, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Forest Hills, Sand Hills Historic District and Country Club Hills.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Augusta, Evans and Grovetown.

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zipAveragecost: $3,320

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Photo of Holiday Washington Commons
1010 Photos available
2929 Floor plans available
9.3
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75 reviews
9.3
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75 reviews
5 star
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While faculty and staff are friendly, once a resident, requests for maintenance/housekeeping are slow to be completed. It appears the facility is short staffed. Also, menu is changed regularly with...
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.
Washington Commons provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Tucked away in a quiet corner of Evans, Washington Commons offers you a taste of quiet serenity in the heart of Georgia. Residents appreciate the convenience of being close to world-class healthcare,...
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1212 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
8.9
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22 reviews
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22 reviews
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Every single member of the staff that I've encountered has been excellent. Their high level of professionalism combined with their kindness and compassion is something I've literally never seen anywhere...
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.
Morningside of Evans is conveniently near I-20. Major medical facilities and shopping locations are within minutes of our community. Through a dedicated team of staff, we promote a spirit of family and strive to provide a high quality of life within our quaint community.
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1313 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
8.8
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33 reviews
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I brought a friend for a tour. I was pleasantly surprised with friendliness of the staff. The facility was very clean and the activities for the residents was impressive. The staff at the front desk could...
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.
Camellia Walk Assisted Living and Memory Care is a 5 year old community with a down to earth home feel. We have over 30 combined years of senior care. We are a Cedarhurst Living Community. Camellia Walk is conveniently located in Evans Ga near Jones Creek subdivision. We have a great staff and...
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55 Floor plans available
8.0
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Brandon Wilde is a really beautiful place and I know that my loved ones are safe here. I have been disappointed with the follow up from the staff.
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.
Brandon Wilde Features: A) No community entrance fee; B) All-inclusive monthly rate/all care plans included; C) Only area community that has skilled nursing, advanced memory care, and rehabilitation care. Having every care option level in one community provides piece of mind for yourself, your...
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My mother and family have had a very positive experience with Waverly Gardens.
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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3.0
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4 reviews
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Beautiful & afforable place to live Staff very proffessional
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: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
Are you curious about what makes Georgia’s newest independent retirement community so different? Located in Evans Towne Center at 850 Ronald Reagan Dr, Marshall Square comprises 134 senior housing apartments – including studio apartments, one, two, and three bedroom suites and a variety of ...
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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.
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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
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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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Cost of independent living in Columbia County, GA

The average cost of senior living in Columbia County is $3,320 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Wrens, GA with an average of $1,768 per month.

Independent living costs in Columbia County, GA, vs. nearby counties

Columbia County, GA
$3,320/mo
$3,215/mo
$3,320/mo

Independent living costs in Columbia County, GA, vs. state and national averages

Columbia County, GA
$3,320/mo
$4,247/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

Independent living costs in Columbia County, GA, vs. other senior living options

$3,921/mo
Independent Living
$3,320/mo

Independent living costs in Columbia County, GA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,800/mo
Studio
$5,554/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,116/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,317/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,699/mo

Senior living costs in Columbia County 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: Columbia County, GA
Column state: Georgia
Column national: U.S.
Community typeColumbia County, GAGeorgiaU.S.
Independent Living$3,320/mo$4,247/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$3,797/mo$3,591/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$3,921/mo$4,092/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Columbia County, GA:$3,320/mo
Georgia:$4,247/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Columbia County, GA:$3,797/mo
Georgia:$3,591/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Columbia County, GA:$3,921/mo
Georgia:$4,092/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Columbia County, GA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Columbia County 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.

Columbia County, GAGA stateNational

Independent living cost trends in Columbia County, GA

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Columbia County 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
Columbia County, GA$3,316/mo$3,511/mo-5.6%
Georgia$3,128/mo$3,097/mo+1.0%
National$3,246/mo$3,151/mo+3.0%
Columbia County, GA
2024 average cost:$3,316/mo
2023 average cost:$3,511/mo
Percent change:-5.6%
Georgia
2024 average cost:$3,128/mo
2023 average cost:$3,097/mo
Percent change:+1.0%
National
2024 average cost:$3,246/mo
2023 average cost:$3,151/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 Columbia County

Recent reviews for independent living in Columbia County

Thrive at Augusta in Martinez, GA

4.5
We were very pleased with the community. They took very good care of my relative that was there. Everything was first class. The attention, room, and space were all good. Due to the pandemic the only problem I had was the visitation schedule.

At Home Senior Living of Thomson

5.0
My sister is very well care for and loved here. She feels like everyone here is her family. As her sister, it warms my heart for her to feel that way and it makes me feel at ease, that she is so well cared for.

Barclay House of Augusta

4.3
The thing that sticks out the most about Benton House of Augusta is the staff. They really listen to the concerns of the family. We have been very happy with the staff that take care of her, they even take the time to send me pictures of [name removed] doing the activities they do. I do think ...
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Columbia County independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Columbia County independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Columbia 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 Columbia 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 Columbia County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Columbia County, GANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
20%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
10%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
10%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
30%
33.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Columbia 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 Columbia County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Columbia County, GANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
30%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
30%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
20%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
10%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Columbia 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 Columbia County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Columbia County, GANational
Activity director
Activity director
40%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
20%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
30%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
60%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
40%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
30%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
20%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
30%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
40%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
40%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
30%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
40%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
40%
47%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Holiday Washington Commons, Oaks at Evans and Camellia Walk of Evans are the top-rated independent living facilities near Columbia County, Georgia. See full list of communities.
There are 10 independent living facilities near Columbia County, Georgia. See the full list.
The best independent living facility near you in Columbia County, Georgia is Hammond Square. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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