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Visited several times over the holidays and was always impressed! I sleep better knowing my mother is safe and has someone available at all times if she needs them! If you are considering moving a family...
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.
A landmark for purposeful living, Silver Comet Village redefines retirement living. Offering independent living, assisted living and memory support options, Silver Comet Village is the best place to live and create new memories, experience life, and enjoy the company of family and friends. At...
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1212 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
9.4
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61 reviews
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Staff was very helpful and they all knew [name removed] personally. She loved the bingo. Cedarhurst took her out to Walmart and restaurants on day trips. She made friends with the other residents and enjoyed...
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.
Pave the way to a carefree life when choosing to reside at Cedarhurst of Oakwood with today's most desired amenities and thoughtful features. Our goal is to enrich the lives of our Assisted Living and Memory Care residents by providing an environment that is physically, mentally, spiritually and...
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66 reviews
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66 reviews
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The staff has been very, very helpful with making my mom feel comfortable and welcome. it is smaller and does not have quite as many bells and whistles, but the staff has been great.
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.
Greenwood Place is a warm, welcoming community located in Marietta, Georgia. We are close to several parks and recreational areas including Kennesaw Mountain National Park. We offer both assisted living and memory care but with all of the comforts of home. Your loved one's health and safety is...
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1010 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.3
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18 reviews
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I toured the facility and knew it was the right place for my husband. Everything felt right. And I have not been disappointed at all. The nurses and other staff are all kind, friendly and very caring. I rest...
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.
The Mansions at Alpharetta offers care-free living in graciously appointed surroundings in our Assisted Living and Memory Care communities that are located on our beautiful, large, landscaped campus.In our Assisted Living community, each private or semi-private suite is offered with an affordable...
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9.3
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9.3
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I can only comment on the initial application process but not much more because my Dad was only there one night and they had to call 911 for him because he was having difficulty breathing. He ended up in...
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.
Northstar Place is located in Kennesaw, Georgia, just two miles south of Lake Acworth. Our community is in a beautiful wooded setting and resident rooms have views of the trees or of our flower filled courtyard. We have large outdoor spaces where residents can enjoy sitting in the sun with...
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11 Video available
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55 Floor plans available
9.2
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26 reviews
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26 reviews
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Because of scheduled activities designed to support physical physical development. Various musical, actingperformances and other performances. other activities that are provided include performance by...
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.
Forget your adult responsibilities at The Mansions at Decatur Senior Independent Living. Live like you’re always on vacation in The Mansions Community.For ONE check a month, you can enjoy all-inclusive living. That means forget law mowing and cleaning, The Mansions will handle it. You’ll also...
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1212 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
9.2
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83 reviews
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When I first visited The Oaks, I was instantly greeted by very friendly staff, and a very welcoming and clean environment. The facility us very clean is really feels like a home. My dad has been living in...
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.
The Oaks at Tucker is a beautiful assisted living and Alzheimer's care community located in Tucker, Georgia conveniently located near I-285 and I-85. Step inside our doors and discover fine retirement living, where excellent care meets the comforts of home. Spacious apartments, thoughtful...
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1616 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
9.2
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38 reviews
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Staff admin - caring, empathetic, engaging. The remember you, the respect your parent, they share when there is something going on in a respectful manner. Any doable idea is welcomed. The manager is direct...
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.
This beautiful community outside Atlanta oozes southern charm with all the modern conveniences - including spacious apartments with washers and dryers and full kitchens in most units, a theater, wine bar style bistro and lots of cozy common areas. Relax with friends in the landscaped courtyard or...
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1313 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
9.2
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65 reviews
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They are Very friendly. Lots of choices for activities. My mom says they think of everything. Staff goes out of their way to help residents. Good communication and pretty good food but with lots of choices...
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.
At Creekside Pines Senior Living Community, we pride ourselves on offering you choices that allow you to live your life the way you want. It's a simple concept that means you can take control of your time, find comfort in your surroundings, and be part of a community of friends and neighbors. Now...
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99 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.2
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30 reviews
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Everyone has been so helpful and personable. Facilities could use a little updating but the cleaning staff works hard and takes care of mom's needs. Overall, we've had a nice experience with Brookdale.
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.
Live your best life every day.Imagine waking up and enjoying a cup of coffee on the covered patio overlooking a protected wetland area next to our community, before deciding between a fitness class or walk along our scenic pathways.  If you’re looking for fun and freedom in senior living,...
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Photo of Legacy Ridge at Sandy Plains
1212 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
9.2
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69 reviews
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69 reviews
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Admin staff were great getting my mom in short notice and over the holidays. Staff is attentive. My one concern is the lack of activities in memory care.
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.
At our assisted living and memory care community, you’ll find a warm and welcoming environment where all your goals are within reach. Learn more about our Marietta, GA senior living community and our exceptional staff.Live with purpose: The assisted living and memory care community at Heritage of...
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1313 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.2
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Benton house is amazing. There isn't anyone here that I don't like. They all do the best they can do . And they all have good personalities and know what they are doing. I am so Glad my Dad is at this...
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.
Call or drop by to see what makes Benton House of Sugar Hill the most desired in the area.Exceptional quality takes exceptional people. Our team is consistently the number one reason families choose our community.Assisted Living, Memory Care, Adult Day, Respite, Caregiver Support. Wherever you...
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33 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
9.2
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I like the size, independent living. Our own small community of seniors. It has the feel of a happy place. They could improve on activities. Diversity!! Something for everyone!
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.
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1717 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
9.1
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29 reviews
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I love Oaks at Ellijay. Best staff you could ever ask for. They have we welcomed my uncle and made him feel like family. He has lived his best life at Oaks at Ellijay.
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.
Proudly serving the Ellijay, Blue Ridge, Jasper, & North Georgia area since 2009, Oaks at Ellijay (formerly known as Cameron Hall) is honored to offer our residents more than just a place to live; we provide the comfort and love of home. With over 70 years of combined experience in senior...
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44 Floor plans available
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I was a true advocate for my father and because I was I feel his care was good. I got to know the director of the marketing director the director of the food service I mean it was very easy to know these...
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.
At The Retreat at Buford, you can find comfortable community living for your senior. We are located in Buford, Georgia, on luscious landscaped courtyards complete with walking trails. Through our apartment style rooms, that come in four different layouts, we provide independence to the elderly...
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1717 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
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Although my cousin died in the hospital due to heath issues and complications while a resident at the facility, we were pleased with the facility and its services.
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.
The Oaks at Alpharetta was opened in 1997 as Dogwood Forest. We are a senior living community in the beautiful city of Alpharetta, Georgia, in Fulton County. Our sophisticated, home-like community sits on a large landscaped lot in the heart of the city, surrounded by lush gardens, inviting shops...
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9.1
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So we initially went to Golden Rose and was difficult to figure out where is the entrance. My friend who is having difficulty walking and requires a cane is not handicapped assessable. We did not tour the...
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.
Golden Rose is located in gorgeous Redding, California and is a secure community designed for senior citizens. Seniors can enjoy and relax in our community making use of the many amenities that we have available to them. We have a fun and interactive fitness center available as well as a personal...
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2222 Photos available
11 Floor plan available
9.0
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131 reviews
9.0
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131 reviews
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The staff is on point when it comes to assistance. They are very responsive. The facility it self is very clean. There is a lot of value for the money. Overall, so far I'm satisfied here.
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.
Dunwoody Pines is an affordable all-inclusive retirement community, located in the heart of Dunwoody, just minutes from shops, restaurants and major hospitals. A Sunshine Retirement Living Community, we offer a variety of amenities to simplify your life, including three chef-prepared meals daily,...
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9.0
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31 reviews
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31 reviews
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Viridian/Wesley Woods has a long history and outstanding reputation in Atlanta. I think that its nonprofit status contributes to the warmer vibe there. This is independent living -- not memory care or...
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.
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1414 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
9.0
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59 reviews
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59 reviews
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We came by to meet a friend to go to lunch for a few hours. Everyone was kind and welcoming and the residents seem happy. It is very bright and open and homey. Many residents were there as we arrived in the...
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.
Welcome to Addington Place of Johns Creek! A beautiful community of warmth decorated with fine furnishings, stunning artwork and more often than not the scent of something delicious baking in the kitchen. A place where independence thrives but help is just a call away.Addington Place is centrally...
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1111 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
9.0
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47 reviews
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47 reviews
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Overall experience is good. Staff, cleanliness, and apartment size are great. Food is fair. There is accessibility to on site physician, dentist, optometrist, podiatrist , physical therapy is excellent. I...
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.
Southern hospitality at its finest! Located North West of Atlanta, Legacy Ridge of Brookstone is close to many amenities. Our residents enjoy an active lifestyle with peace of mind that comes from knowing that assistance is always available should they need it.
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2525 Photos available
1010 Floor plans available
9.0
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22 reviews
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What we like the most about the community is the management, quality of rooms, low noise level, and facility's convenient location. Oh, lots of activities for people of varying capabilities. Yes, we would...
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.
Make your friends jealous by living your 55+ life in an affordable resort-style community at The Mansions at Gwinnett Park Senior Independent Living. The stunning senior community offers cottages, villas, a saltwater pool, gazebo, clubhouse, bar, walking trails, fitness programs, wellness...
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1010 Photos available
9.0
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21 reviews
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We feel the staff meets my mother-in-law where she is physically and emotionally and respond accordingly. They accommodate her and what her needs, desires and wants are. Our first impression of seeing...
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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77 Photos available
9.0
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51 reviews
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51 reviews
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Lotus Village has been wonderful with a couple of hiccups which I'm sure are normal. My mother loves it there which is 95% of the battle when transitioning. So we very pleased and in the whole scope of all...
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.
Lotus Village, our senior living community located in the heart of Cumming, is known for being warm, inviting, and active. We develop individual care plans to meet the needs of each resident, and a full-time nursing staff is available 24 hours a day to provide clinical oversight and coordination...
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Photo of Legacy Ridge at Alpharetta
1414 Photos available
88 Floor plans available
9.0
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50 reviews
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50 reviews
5 star
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To an outsider, it looked ideal. Our loved one wasn't as happy as we wanted her to be, so we looked at another place and she seemed to like it more. So we left after 6 months or so. My advice is to Jump into...
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.
If you or your loved one are looking for assisted living or memory care services in Alpharetta, GA, our community will meet their needs and more. Set against a charming Southern backdrop with greenery, walking paths and gardening beds, Legacy Ridge at Alpharetta provides a scenic and enriching...
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What families are saying about independent living in Pickens County

Recent reviews for independent living in Pickens 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 ...
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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.

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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Pickens County independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Pickens County independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Pickens 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 Pickens 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 Pickens County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Pickens County, GANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
17.9%
20.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50.6%
34%
No sugar
No sugar
48.2%
31.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
42.6%
33.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
16.2%
7.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Pickens 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 Pickens County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Pickens County, GANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
48.2%
36.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
56.5%
43.4%
Room service
Room service
47.9%
36.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
22.1%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Pickens 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 Pickens County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Pickens County, GANational
Activity director
Activity director
57.9%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
42.6%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
39.4%
32.7%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
65.6%
49.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
61.2%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
69.1%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
54.1%
43%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
43.5%
37.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
51.2%
41.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
59.4%
47.4%
Live performances
Live performances
58.2%
47.2%
Dances
Dances
41.5%
32.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
27.9%
39.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
58.5%
46.9%
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Frequently Asked Questions

The Retreat at Jasper, Park at Johns Creek and The Fountains of Calhoun are the top-rated independent living facilities near Pickens County, Georgia. See full list of communities.
There are 411 independent living facilities near Pickens County, Georgia. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Pickens County, 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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