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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Ella Gap, GA

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Photo of Etowah Terrace Senior living
Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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.
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I have visited this community over the past 4 years and I have not felt more welcome than I do now! The community smells clean and the residents are always smiling. Just go to their Facebook page and you...
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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I was referred to the Tower at Dorsey Manor by A Place for Mom and was very pleased with their service. Even though I was living only four miles away, I would not have know the Tower existed except for the...
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.
The Tower at Dorsey Manor is a senior, 62 and older, housing community located in the large, historical city of Marietta, Cobb County, GA . The community is located near the Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield, and is within driving distance of 6 Flags Park. Marietta is home to many artistic...
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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.
The Retreat at Dorsey Manor offers senior housing in Marietta, GA, which is located in Cobb county. There is a lot to do in the area, from visiting the busy farmer's market to spending the day at the 2,000 plus acre Kennesaw Mountain Battlefield Park, and there is never a dull moment for those...
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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: 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.
If you are looking for the perfect place to retire for yourself or a family member, you’ve come to the right place. Our mission is to provide affordable housing for seniors, age 50 and up, in a Christian environment.Baptist Retirement Communities of Georgia provides below market independent...
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My mom, as well as my sister & I, were extremely happy with Southern Heritage. They had new activities planned daily & were good about encouraging Mom to participate. The staff was always available to...
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.
Southern Heritage Assisted offers a great home for seniors who are looking to receive care and assistance in the city of East Ridge, TN. This assisted living community is located near great locations such as a 300 acre botanical garden and the Chattanooga Regional History Museum. Those visiting...
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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.
If you are looking for a retirement home for yourself or a family member, you’ve come to the right place. Our mission is to provide affordable housing for seniors, age 50 and up, in a Christian environment. Baptist Retirement Communities of Georgia provides below market independent living at our...
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.
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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.
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: 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.

Cost of independent living in Ella Gap, GA

The average cost of senior living in Ella Gap is $3,961 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Morganton, GA with an average of $3,121 per month.

Independent living costs in Ella Gap, GA, vs. nearby cities

Ella Gap, GA
$3,961/mo
$3,919/mo

Independent living costs in Ella Gap, GA, vs. state and national averages

Ella Gap, GA
$3,961/mo
$4,251/mo
U.S. national average
$4,024/mo

Independent living costs in Ella Gap, GA, vs. other senior living options

$4,345/mo
Independent Living
$3,961/mo

Independent living costs in Ella Gap, GA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,000/mo
Studio
$3,322/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,981/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,087/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,714/mo

Senior living costs in Ella Gap 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: Ella Gap, GA
Column state: Georgia
Column national: U.S.
Community typeElla Gap, GAGeorgiaU.S.
Independent Living$3,961/mo$4,251/mo$4,024/mo
Assisted Living$4,081/mo$3,594/mo$4,565/mo
Memory Care$4,345/mo$4,097/mo$4,803/mo
Independent Living
Ella Gap, GA:$3,961/mo
Georgia:$4,251/mo
U.S.:$4,024/mo
Assisted Living
Ella Gap, GA:$4,081/mo
Georgia:$3,594/mo
U.S.:$4,565/mo
Memory Care
Ella Gap, GA:$4,345/mo
Georgia:$4,097/mo
U.S.:$4,803/mo
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Independent living costs in Ella Gap, GA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Ella Gap 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
Ella Gap, GA$3,632/mo$3,583/mo+1.4%
Georgia$3,067/mo$3,106/mo-1.3%
National$3,256/mo$3,166/mo+2.8%
Ella Gap, GA
2024 average cost:$3,632/mo
2023 average cost:$3,583/mo
Percent change:+1.4%
Georgia
2024 average cost:$3,067/mo
2023 average cost:$3,106/mo
Percent change:-1.3%
National
2024 average cost:$3,256/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+2.8%
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What families are saying about independent living in Ella Gap

Recent reviews for independent living in Ella Gap

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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Ella Gap independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Ella Gap independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Ella Gap, 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 Ella Gap 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 Ella Gap partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Ella Gap, GANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
21.4%
20.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
52.9%
34%
No sugar
No sugar
50.4%
31.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
43.3%
33.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
17.6%
7.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Ella Gap 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 Ella Gap communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Ella Gap, GANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
47.9%
36.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
59.7%
43.4%
Room service
Room service
48.3%
36.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
22.7%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Ella Gap 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 Ella Gap offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Ella Gap, GANational
Activity director
Activity director
60.5%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
44.5%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
39.9%
32.7%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
66%
49.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
63%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
69.3%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
57.6%
43%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
47.5%
37.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
53.4%
41.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
60.9%
47.4%
Live performances
Live performances
59.7%
47.2%
Dances
Dances
42.9%
32.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
28.2%
39.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
60.9%
46.9%
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Oaks at Ellijay, The Phoenix at Milton and Park at Johns Creek are the top-rated independent living facilities near Ella Gap, Georgia. See full list of communities.
There are 238 independent living facilities near Ella Gap, Georgia. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Ella Gap, Georgia are The Fountains of Calhoun, The Mansions at Sandy Springs and Ashwood Meadows. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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