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Photo of Inspired Living at Alpharetta
77 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
8.7
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36 reviews
8.7
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36 reviews
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Several shoes have been lost. I replaced some over the holidays and they are now missing again. It's costly to have to keep replacing them. It would be nice to have email or some form of communication with...
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.
Inspired Living at Alpharetta is a vibrant and innovative community that offers assisted living and memory care options. Whether you or your loved one needs a little assistance or requires personalized memory care, you can be assured that we will provide a lifestyle that brings comfort, safety,...
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Photo of Sunrise of Johns Creek
1717 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
8.7
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61 reviews
8.7
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61 reviews
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They evaluated him as soon as he arrived to determine his needs. They met with my husband and myself and communicated with us consistently. They were able to meet his needs at level three which was a huge...
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.
Step into a Sunrise Senior Living community and you can't help but feel at home. At Sunrise of Johns Creek,we stop at nothing to make your experience warm and inviting, from our homelike exterior architecture to our comfortable community areas and choice of suites to our exceptional outdoor...
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Photo of Addington Place of Alpharetta
99 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
8.7
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39 reviews
8.7
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39 reviews
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48%
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Addington Place is now Chapters Senior Living. My sister is very happy there although she is not very thrilled with the food . She enjoys most of the activities. She has never been one to do crafts so she...
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 the new Welcome to the new Addington Place of Alpharetta! An elegant senior living community full 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...
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Photo of Country Gardens Duluth
99 Photos available
8.6
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58 reviews
8.6
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58 reviews
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The staff are friendly and well-trained. There are activities and well-planned trips as well as doctor visits by bus. They take u to local restaurants once a month which is fun. There is also an in-house...
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.
For over 40 years, we have been setting the standard in Senior Living. Our commitment to family values such as integrity, reliability, and excellence is more than just a business philosophy- it's a tradition.At Country Gardens Duluth Assisted Living Community we offer a choice of lifestyles based...
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Photo of The Phoenix at James Creek
1313 Photos available
8.6
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31 reviews
8.6
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31 reviews
5 star
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This is a 5 Star facility as far as I am concerned, the staff is top notch. I looked at several facilities and I believe my choice was an excellent one. There are a variety of apartments from studio to 2...
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 phoenix at James Creek is a NEW state of the art Assisted Living and Memory Care community opening in the Fall of 2018. We are located at the corner of James Burgess Road and Ruth Lane near 20 and the Chattahoochee River in Cumming. We are very close to Sugar Hill, Buford and Johns Creek and...
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Photo of Brickmont of John's Creek
88 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.6
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74 reviews
8.6
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The facility and the people are super nice and friendly. Love that they're all inclusive. Be sure they keep their promises when you sign your contract as we had issues with the specials they offered then...
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.
Enjoy a wide variety of daily social, educational and spiritual programs, tailored to your unique interests and abilities, allowing you to connect with friends and participate in activities you've always loved or have always wanted to try. At Brickmont of John's Creek, you will Love Where You Live!
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Photo of Sunabella of Towne Lake
1818 Photos available
8.6
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64 reviews
8.6
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Many times the food is carb-heavy, making it difficult for diabetic residents. The staff is friendly, but they are short-staffed most weekends and mornings. They need to add more variety to the food menu.
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.
Sunabella of Towne Lake offers three types of apartment homes for seniors – deluxe studios, one-bedroom apartments (includes a separate living room and private screened porch), and two-bedroom apartments – all with kitchenettes.This affordable community offers a safe and loving home-like...
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Photo of Garden Plaza at Lawrenceville
1010 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.6
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25 reviews
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I had already heard good things about Garden Plaza from a friend whose mother lived there and the process has been very smooth getting my loved one settled there. The ambassador program really helped her get...
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.
Garden Plaza at Lawrenceville, Georgia, offers an elegant setting for seniors looking for an independent living community to call home.Residents at Garden Plaza enjoy a carefree lifestyle, with friendly staff taking care of life’s tedious tasks such as apartment maintenance and housekeeping. This...
Photo of Sunrise of Buckhead
11 Video available
1717 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
8.6
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Nobody is perfect. But sunrise. Buckhead is as good as I can imagine any place being honestly. The people are friendly and helpful. They have gotten to know my dad pretty quickly and treat him with respect....
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.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living...
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Photo of Charter of Vinings
1010 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
8.6
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87 reviews
8.6
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87 reviews
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Everyone we have met is kind and caring. The day shift seems to be on top of things. It took almost a month to get the night shift to do laundry without me having to ask even though the facility set 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.
Go do more of what you love.Sometimes as you get older, you need a little extra help. At our personal care and memory care community in Atlanta, Georgia, we can assist you with the little things — like simple housekeeping and meals — and with bathing and getting dressed, too. We customize your...
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Photo of Gardens of Gainesville
1717 Photos available
1212 Floor plans available
8.6
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57 reviews
8.6
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57 reviews
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I love it here and try to make up for some of the problems that are present I wouldn't move. Apartments are very nice. They have different sizes at different rates to choose from. We have full kitchens and a...
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.
The Gardens of Gainesville is situated at the base of the North Georgia Mountains on the outskirts of downtown Gainesville and a short distance from Lake Lanier. Offering Independent Senior Living (with services available), Assisted Living and Memory Care, The Gardens of Gainesville offers true...
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Photo of Bellevue at Woodstock
1111 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
8.6
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69 reviews
8.6
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69 reviews
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I like that the memory care is limited to 12 people. The nurses are absolutely awesome and the facility is always clean. [name removed] was our Administrator going in but left due to differences with 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.
Enjoy An Active LifestyleWhen you walk through the doors at our assisted living and memory care community in Woodstock, Georgia, you will quickly discover a vibrant and active group of seniors who are eager to embrace this season of life with passion. Tucked within the beautiful and historic...
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Photo of Woodland Ridge Assisted Living
11 Video available
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33 Floor plans available
8.6
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17 reviews
8.6
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17 reviews
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The staff treat the residents like family. They are very caring and go above and beyond of their regular duties. It's a small facility but the staff treats the residents like family. When my mom is there 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.
Smyrna's best kept secret . . . is right around the corner! Woodland Ridge Assisted Living & Memory Care, nestled in a charming wooded setting, offers all the comforts of home--and many benefits you wouldn't find at home--for those who need care and assistance with activities of daily living....
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Photo of Rising Star Personal Care Home
66 Photos available
8.6
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26 reviews
8.6
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26 reviews
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The food at this community is good, it is not always what he likes so that is not their fault. He can't really participate in the activities because he is mostly bed ridden, but he does have some...
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.
Rising Star Personal Care Home is a new beautifully renovated personal care home located in Stone Mountain GA. The Rising Star team had a vision to develop a NEW personal care home, in which the values, ethics and healthy living conditions of the population in which we serve are constantly...
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Photo of Village Park of Alpharetta
1515 Photos available
8.6
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36 reviews
8.6
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36 reviews
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Facility fairly new and well maintained. About 250 residents when full. Independent and assisted mixed which is nice for everyone. Four added levels of care for those in assisted. They do not offer...
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.
WE ARE NOW OPEN!Welcome to Village Park - where days are for rediscovering and reconnecting, recreation is an art worth mastering and relaxation is always well deserved. We call it Next-Level Senior Living. You'll just call it home.NOW OPEN in the heart of Alpharetta. We offer bungalows,...
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Photo of Towne Club Windermere
1717 Photos available
8.5
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36 reviews
8.5
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36 reviews
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The ladies in the sales office were great. They answered all our questions and made mom feel so welcome. Absolutely recommend. They have been wonderful to mom and she has loved being there.
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.
Towne Club Windermere is a Resort Style Senior Living Community that offers Independent, Assisted Living with One and Two Bedroom full size apartments and Memory Care. We are committed to your wellness and dedicated to exceeding your expectations. Towne Club offers the luxury of resort-style...
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Photo of Green Park at Kennesaw
3030 Photos available
8.5
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5 reviews
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What we like the most about the community is their staff, the quality of care, the cleanliness, communication and the activities. Yes, we would recommend Green Park at Kennesaw to other families based on 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.
Green Park personal care home is a family owned and we have been in operation for over 14 years. We are intimately connected with many of our residents. We live, work and worship in this communities and pride ourselves in the quality senior living we offer to our residents. Green Park senior...
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Photo of Addington Place of Roswell
1010 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
8.5
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44 reviews
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Addington place community was bright and very clean. Staff we passed in the hall were happy and pleasant. There were residents enjoying an entertainer and they were singing along and all looked happy too. ...
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 Roswell! We've completely remodeled and our community is fresh, bright and new. From the lobby and all apartments to the furniture, wall coverings, artwork and more – we’ve created a gracious new living space you won’t want to miss. Our person-directed approach to...
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Photo of Magnolia Senior Living at Sugar Hill
1111 Photos available
8.5
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7 reviews
8.5
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During our encounters with the staff, they were honestly caring, respectful and friendly to families. The activities were fun for my mother and she was able to volunteer with event preparation along with...
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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Photo of Sunrise of Huntcliff Summit I
2020 Photos available
99 Floor plans available
8.5
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33 reviews
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33 reviews
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I first came to Huntcliff in 2022. My experience was excellent but when I got sick, my son wanted me closer so he moved me to a place in Gainesville Georgia. It was a terrible experience. In 2025 I moved...
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.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, and over 30 years experience; Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of...
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Photo of Parc at Piedmont East Cobb
1212 Photos available
1212 Floor plans available
8.5
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I moved a family member into the facility in [date removed]. It has been a seamless process. The community is kept very clean and the employees are always friendly and helpful. My family member has...
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.
Designed specifically with you in mind, Parc at Piedmont-East Cobb offers exceptional service, care and amenities. Since 2001, Parc at Piedmont has established itself as the premier independent and assisted living choice for seniors in the Marietta, East Cobb and Roswell neighborhoods of Atlanta....
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Photo of Waypoint Senior Living
1616 Photos available
8.5
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My experience with Waypoint Senior Living was great. The staff was very attentive and caring. I couldn't have placed my aunt in a better facility. I only wish that I used A Place for Mom when I was looking...
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.
Country Heritage II, Inc. is located in Flowery Branch, GA in Hall County. Our residential care home provides help to you when you need it in an area that is as beautiful as the city name. Those who spend time in Flowery Branch appreciate what it offers including Liberty Candy Company, New Wave...
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Photo of Orchard Ridge Residences
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She is in a shared room. So the size is ok for what she needs. The place is always clean and I have a good report with the nurse's that take care of her. They encourage the one's that are able to take their...
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.
Personal Care means we will provide you various medical services while you live independently in our community. You will receive that much needed socialization and extra care in our premier community! Memory Care is a special service we offer for those battling memory loss conditions and...
Photo of The Sheridan at Eastside
1313 Photos available
1414 Floor plans available
8.5
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Lovely facility, friendly residents, great food and my husband and I plan to go there when decide to leave our house. We loved our tours and my father-in-law chose it as soon as he visited
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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Photo of Sweetwater Creek
1111 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
8.5
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28 reviews
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28 reviews
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Basically, I chose Sweetwater Creek because it was convenient to the house. However, after having my sister there for several months, I would highly recommend it to anyone. My sister has dementia, they have...
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.
Redefine your independence today.You’ll have the care you need when you need it with our personal care home and memory care all on one campus in Lithia Springs, Georgia.If you’re living a mostly independent lifestyle, but you could use an extra hand with some of your day-to-day activities, we can...
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Cost of independent living in Pickens County, GA

The average cost of senior living in Pickens County is $5,024 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Resaca, GA with an average of $3,511 per month.

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

Pickens County, GA
$5,024/mo
$4,050/mo

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

Pickens County, GA
$5,024/mo
$4,251/mo
U.S. national average
$4,024/mo

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

$4,422/mo
Independent Living
$5,024/mo

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

Semi-Private
$2,617/mo
Studio
$3,428/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,951/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,995/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,725/mo

Senior living costs in Pickens 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: Pickens County, GA
Column state: Georgia
Column national: U.S.
Community typePickens County, GAGeorgiaU.S.
Independent Living$5,024/mo$4,251/mo$4,024/mo
Assisted Living$4,088/mo$3,594/mo$4,565/mo
Memory Care$4,422/mo$4,097/mo$4,803/mo
Independent Living
Pickens County, GA:$5,024/mo
Georgia:$4,251/mo
U.S.:$4,024/mo
Assisted Living
Pickens County, GA:$4,088/mo
Georgia:$3,594/mo
U.S.:$4,565/mo
Memory Care
Pickens County, GA:$4,422/mo
Georgia:$4,097/mo
U.S.:$4,803/mo
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Independent living costs in Pickens County, GA, over time

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

Pickens County, GAGA stateNational

Independent living cost trends in Pickens County, GA

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Pickens 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
Pickens County, GA$3,207/mo$3,255/mo-1.5%
Georgia$3,067/mo$3,106/mo-1.3%
National$3,256/mo$3,166/mo+2.8%
Pickens County, GA
2024 average cost:$3,207/mo
2023 average cost:$3,255/mo
Percent change:-1.5%
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 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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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.

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.

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, Magnolia Senior Living at Dawsonville and The Phoenix at Milton 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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