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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Dickerson Mill, GA

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Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 103 independent living facilities in Dickerson Mill, 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 Tugaloo.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Hiawassee, Clarkesville and Cashiers.

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zipAveragecost: $3,353

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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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Exceptional care. Staff go above and beyond, they are caring, hard working and compassionate.
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Silver Bluff Village is an assisted living community nestled in the mountains of North Carolina, on the bank of the Pigeon River in Canton. This is a place where southern climate mixes with high altitude to create pleasant weather throughout the year. Our residents take advantage of this weather...
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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 Dickerson Mill, GA

The average cost of senior living in Dickerson Mill is $3,353 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Hiawassee, GA with an average of $2,864 per month.

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

Dickerson Mill, GA
$3,353/mo
$3,327/mo

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

Dickerson Mill, GA
$3,353/mo
$4,247/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

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

$3,497/mo
Independent Living
$3,353/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,155/mo
Studio
$3,988/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,590/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,288/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,675/mo

Senior living costs in Dickerson 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: Dickerson Mill, GA
Column state: Georgia
Column national: U.S.
Community typeDickerson Mill, GAGeorgiaU.S.
Independent Living$3,353/mo$4,247/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$3,633/mo$3,591/mo$4,558/mo
Memory Care$3,497/mo$4,092/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Dickerson Mill, GA:$3,353/mo
Georgia:$4,247/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Dickerson Mill, GA:$3,633/mo
Georgia:$3,591/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Memory Care
Dickerson Mill, GA:$3,497/mo
Georgia:$4,092/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Dickerson Mill, GA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Dickerson 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
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Dickerson Mill, GA$3,222/mo$3,842/mo-16.2%
Georgia$3,153/mo$3,047/mo+3.5%
National$3,222/mo$3,101/mo+3.9%
Dickerson Mill, GA
2024 average cost:$3,222/mo
2023 average cost:$3,842/mo
Percent change:-16.2%
Georgia
2024 average cost:$3,153/mo
2023 average cost:$3,047/mo
Percent change:+3.5%
National
2024 average cost:$3,222/mo
2023 average cost:$3,101/mo
Percent change:+3.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in Dickerson Mill

Recent reviews for independent living in Dickerson Mill

BeeHive Homes of Toccoa

5.0
My dad was only at this house house for a short time but while he was there he had received excellent care from the caregivers and other staff. They made sure the residence was always clean and that they had hot tasty throughout the deals. I overall have no complaints and would recommend this ...
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College Walk Retirement Ctr in Brevard, NC

4.0
This community does offer a lot of activities and amenities. This feels like an upscale community. They have a formal dining room where the wait staff take your order and then bring the meal to you. They offer computers for the residents to use. The staff were friendly and helpful. This ...
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Brasstown Manor in Hiawassee, GA

5.0
I have visited this community many times while visiting my friends. I love the option of starting on their Independent Living and when/if I need more assistance, I can move down to their Assisted Living. The staff has always been professional and pleasant. My friends love where they live and I ...
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Dickerson Mill independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Dickerson Mill independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Dickerson 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 Dickerson 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 Dickerson Mill partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Dickerson Mill, GANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
12.8%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
26.9%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
25.6%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
19.2%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
2.6%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Dickerson 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 Dickerson Mill communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Dickerson Mill, GANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
16.7%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
30.8%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
19.2%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
6.4%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Dickerson 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 Dickerson Mill offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Dickerson Mill, GANational
Activity director
Activity director
34.6%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
17.9%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
20.5%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
34.6%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
39.7%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
29.5%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
23.1%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
24.4%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
30.8%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
33.3%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
12.8%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
10.3%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
29.5%
47%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Holiday Smoky Springs, Keowee Square and Dominion Senior Living at Patrick Square are the top-rated independent living facilities near Dickerson Mill, Georgia. See full list of communities.
There are 103 independent living facilities near Dickerson Mill, Georgia. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Dickerson Mill, Georgia are Holiday Smoky Springs, Keowee Square and Belvedere Commons of Seneca. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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