10 Best Independent Living Communities in Dawson County, GA

Q: What are the top-rated independent living facilities near Dawson County, Georgia?

The Retreat at Jasper , Presbyterian Village of Austell and Park at Johns Creek are the top-rated independent living facilities near Dawson County, Georgia. See full list of communities.

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Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 342 independent living facilities in Dawson 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 South Canton, Lakeshore Estates and Sunset Heights.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Cumming, Gainesville and Dahlonega.

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Cost of independent living in Dawson County, GA

The average cost of senior living in Dawson County is $3,287 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Hall County, GA with an average of $3,269 per month.

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

Dawson County, GA

$3,287/mo

Forsyth County, GA

$3,677/mo

Hall County, GA

$3,269/mo

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

Dawson County, GA

$3,287/mo

Georgia state

$3,379/mo

U.S. national average

$3,532/mo

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

Assisted Living

$4,272/mo

Memory Care

$5,328/mo

Independent Living

$3,287/mo

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

Studio

$2,260/mo

1 Bedroom

$3,508/mo

Senior living costs in Dawson 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: Dawson County, GA

Column state: Georgia

Column national: U.S.

Community type	Dawson County, GA	Georgia	U.S.
Independent Living	$3,287/mo	$3,379/mo	$3,532/mo
Assisted Living	$4,272/mo	$4,752/mo	$5,909/mo
Memory Care	$5,328/mo	$5,252/mo	$7,121/mo

Independent Living

Dawson County, GA:$3,287/mo

Georgia:$3,379/mo

U.S.:$3,532/mo

Assisted Living

Dawson County, GA:$4,272/mo

Georgia:$4,752/mo

U.S.:$5,909/mo

Memory Care

Dawson County, GA:$5,328/mo

Georgia:$5,252/mo

U.S.:$7,121/mo

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What families are saying about independent living in Dawson County

Recent reviews for independent living in Dawson County

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 ...

Towne Club Windermere in Cumming, GA

5.0

We're thrilled with Towne Club Windermere. It has worked out really well for my father. He has made lots of friends and is extremely happy with his apartment. He's put on about 7-8 pounds since he got there and is enjoying the food.

Decatur Christian Towers

5.0

Everybody was extremely nice and helpful in getting me in touch with the right resources to move my loved one into the place. I thought it was a good facility and I can not think of any improvements that need to be made.

Dawson County independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Dawson County independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Dawson 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 Dawson 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 Dawson County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.

Dawson County, GANational

Nutritionist / dietician

12.6%

18.1%

Low / no sodium

52.3%

30.5%

No sugar

50%

27.4%

Vegetarian

48.6%

29.8%

Pureed meals

17.6%

9.9%

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Availability of select dining options in Dawson 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 Dawson County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.

Dawson County, GANational

Professional chef

50.2%

32.2%

Restaurant style dining

58.1%

38.3%

Room service

51.8%

32.7%

Anytime dining

13.5%

15.2%

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Availability of select programs and activities in Dawson 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 Dawson County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.

Dawson County, GANational

Activity director

60.7%

39.8%

Pet-focused programs

39.8%

25.1%

Community service programs

32.2%

29.2%

Devotional activities on-site

64.7%

41.6%

Parties / BBQs / happy hour

63.5%

43.3%

Outings / off-site activities

67.7%

47.4%

Piano or organ

48.5%

37.8%

Arts and crafts center

52.4%

34.2%

Educational speakers / life long learning

47.9%

36.8%

Clubs / games / karaoke

54.5%

41.6%

Live performances

61%

41.3%

Dances

35%

29.4%

Fitness center

34.2%

35.2%

Fitness classes

62.2%

40.9%

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Retreat at Jasper, Presbyterian Village of Austell and Park at Johns Creek are the top-rated independent living facilities near Dawson County, Georgia. See full list of communities.

There are 342 independent living facilities near Dawson County, Georgia. See the full list.

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The best independent living facilities near you in Dawson County, Georgia are The Joy Senior Living of Loganville, The Fountains of Calhoun and The Mansions at Sandy Springs. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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