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Photo of Silverleaf Senior Living
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My dad really enjoys having his own space again. He gets meals, cable, activities, he has friends there and he's able to just relax after working for 42 years.
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.
Silverleaf Senior Living is a unique, Mixed-Use Community for active aging adults offeringstudio as well as one and two bedroomapartments designed with comfort andindependence in mind.We have a single building, with distinct portions of the building for each use, Independent Living and Hotel....
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The leadership team has been like a revolving door, so there is a major lack of consistency and continuity. If you talk to The staff themselves, they do not respect the leadership team and feel disrespected
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.
Step through the doors at Corso Atlanta and you’ll discover a new class of senior living. Here, the community and character of a local neighborhood meet the culture and convenience of a modern city center – with all the comforts and services essential to living a vibrant life. Schedule a tour and...
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We have comfortable living arrangements, a great Staff, including a great Engagement Team, and so many activities in house and otherwise. We have a great Theater Room, Art Room, Gym, Pool, Courtyard and an...
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.
Arbor Terrace Hamilton Mill will provide the highest quality of independent living in the Dacula, Georgia area. Every resident will receive unique and personalized care and attention tailored to where they are and what they need most. At Arbor Terrace Hamilton Mill, both residents and their...
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Eager to help tenants in any way that he can, always provides customer service with a smile. He is the best professional maintenance man my wife and I know and is a credit to his trade. [name removed] is an...
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.
Enjoy Affordable & Independent 55 Years and Older Apartment Home Living at Parkland Manor!Enjoy independent living in a peaceful setting at Parkland Manor. Our picturesque community offers beautiful one and two bedroom homes to adults 55 years or older. Our apartments feature FREE utilities...
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Photo of The Piedmont at Buckhead
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I'd say it used to be better (last year) and now the quality has decreased significantly. There's currently no director, they haven't found an appropriate suitor since the last one left in February and none...
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.
Welcome to The Piedmont at Buckhead—where you’ll find engagement, socializing, fine dining, and hospitality—all in a setting like no other. Located in one of the most desirable neighborhoods in the Atlanta, GA area, The Piedmont at Buckhead offers residents a service-enriched lifestyle within a...
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I was a little hesitant about my mother coming to your place mainly because I could not talk with staff and look at references before mother was put into Winthrop Memory Care. Each time I’ve visited my...
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.
Winthrop Court is locally owned and operated. Since 1984, our community continues to set the standards for excellent service and personalized, self-directed quality care. Experience, tradition, and leadership. That's what Winthrop Court brings to Winthrop family of senior living communities....
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This very well may be the friendliest place on earth. All the staff from the directors to the front desk are courteous and address concerns respectfully and promptly. This is by far the best place I could...
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.
Saint Anne’s Terrace is a not for profit community committed to providing residential housing and services in the Buckhead-Atlanta area since 1987. The Terrace is affiliated with Saint Anne’s Episcopal Church, solidly backed by an involved volunteer Board of Directors and staffed by qualified,...
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This is an excellent community where the staff is attentive to your comfort at all times and is always ready to go the extra mile.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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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The room size for one person is great. They do have quite a bit of staff changes. I'm not sure about activities as my brother doesn't participate. I know they have a church group come on Saturday to sing and...
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.
Bethel GardensBethel Gardens is a senior living community in the compact, historical city of Powder Springs, GA. Our inviting community is located on a lush, landscaped property near churches, parks and shops. Powder Springs is a friendly, scenic city that offers easy access to Atlanta, making...
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we haven't officially moved my loved one in yet due to some delays on our end. however, everyone i've spoke with over the past several months have been extremely helpful. from the nursing director to sales...
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.
Atria Buckhead is an elegant senior community in the heart of Atlanta. Residents can relax in one of several plush sitting rooms or enjoy lively conversation with friends. Atria Buckhead is conveniently located near downtown Atlanta and some of the southeast's best shopping, the Atlanta Botanical...
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Photo of Azalea House
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We're very pleased with how things have turned out at Azalea House! It's a clean, nice looking facility, and the people here all seem very friendly. It's a smaller community, with somewhere around I think 14...
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 Azalea House is licensed by the State of Georgia to provide personal care in our home or yours. Unlike most personal care homes or assisted living facilities, the Azalea House is licensed both as an assisted living facility and a home care provider offering an array of senior care options. ...
Photo of Overture Buckhead South 55+ Apartment Homes
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It is a brand new facility, it is gorgeous and has all new appliances. It is a little on the higher side but our loved ones apartment is beautiful and modern and fully appointed. He has a very nice floor...
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.
Experience endless freedom and new opportunities for enjoying your life in our brand new, gorgeous 55+ active adult community. Welcome to a world of designer living and your choice of resort concept amenities. You’ll discover Overture is the perfect place to meet new friends, enjoy an abundance...
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There is no director or staff member here, only real estate agents here to sell remaining units and we actually bought our unit. I would tell anyone who wants to purchase that you should definitely request...
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.
Thank you for your interest in The Cottages at Noble Village. We are located in Lilburn, Georgia just across from the recently opened City Hall and Gwinnett Public Library. Our secure gated community features spacious ranch style 2BR/2BA cottages with attached garages. The modern farmhouse...
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We like the location of this community, it is just a few miles away so we are able to visit often and get their quickly if needed. They have been meeting all of our loved ones needs so far. Everything is...
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.
We. Are. Family. Award Winning Senior Living! National Winner-Top 50 in Aging Services by Fortune magazine. A Great Place to Work certified 3 consecutive years. Multiple Pinnacle Customer Service Awards. Call or drop by to see what makes Benton House of Decatur the most desired in the...
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It's expensive, but I feel like my dad is in a safe place and well cared for. The Holbrook has great staff who care a lot about the residents. It's a good community to be a part of.
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 Holbrook Decatur, we have 200 custom designed apartments for Active Adult, Assisted Living and Memory Care. With our leadership team, we have over 100 years experience in the senior living industry. Our vision is to create, develop, serve and inspire life giving residences; buildings of light....
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My spouse had Alzheimer's so he's not able to give an opinion. He has now been a resident for one month whereas I am still evaluating the facility. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would...
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.
Brookside Stone Mountain is an assisted living and memory care community in Stone Mountain Georgia. Stone Mountain is a thriving city with a rich history featuring a famous giant carving honoring Confederate military leaders, a state park and museum as well as a local theater. Stone Mountain also...
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No comment on the quality of care because there's really no care, it's independent living. Value for cost - it was the most affordable at the time. The old director really disappointed us by overselling the...
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.
Experience the life for which you have always planned. The Spring House at Lithia Springs, one of Metro Atlanta's newest independent living communities for active seniors is a boutique community for empty nesters and seniors, offering distinctive apartment suites, many with private balconies, a...
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This is a community that is close to family to visit our loved one. The staff are very friendly and they know the entire family by name. My loved one seems to be happy here. The staff 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.
We. Are. Family. Award Winning Senior Living! National Winner-Top 50 in Aging Services by Fortune magazine. A Great Place to Work certified 3 consecutive years. Multiple Pinnacle Customer Service Awards. Call or drop by to see what makes Benton House of Grayson the most desired in the...
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My Dad had Alzheimer's. We found Mountain View to be the perfect place for him. They were clean, with a very friendly and engaging community. The staff was attentive and also available. Thank you 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.
Mountain View Personal Care Home, Inc. Was established as a 'pauper's farm and poor house' for DeKalb County's elderly indigent population in 1882 — yes, 1882! We have a history of providing long term care, a variety of services and stability for our residents. Mountain View becomes home for...
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It's was a great experience and yes we would recommend Vitality Living Overlook to other families based on the experience we have had so far.
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.
Aspen Village Assisted Living is a senior living and memory care community located in middle of Cobb County in Dallas, Georgia. The mission of Aspen Village is to offer all the aspects and charm of southern living and building long lasting, trusting, and loving relationships with its residents...
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I'm impressed with the new management team especially their handling of issues with professionalism and follow-through with resolve concerning tenants. On a scale of 1-10 I would rate their performance thus...
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.
Sweetwater Terraces is a brand-new Senior Community in Gwinnett.  We offer a luxurious and carefree lifestyle at very affordable rates.  You will enjoy 22,000 square feet of community space with an extensive amenities package that surpasses all others. Come and be part of a community...
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I have had a family friend residing in this facility for several years, and our expectations have been consistently exceeded. This place truly feels like a home for him. He receives excellent support and...
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.
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I would write them five on everything. The people that run it are fantastic. Their staff are so caring and so nice. The place is beautiful. It's in a wonderful location. I'm very happy. We were able to get...
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.
The Fite Living Centre offers a unique assisted living experience for you or your loved one. Tucked away in a lovely historical section of Cartersville, GA, the original structure of the home dates back to 1890. Through careful renovation, additions, and modernization, the home still exudes...
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We are happy with all. The staff is great and the facility is new but also really well done in décor. Room size is fine, the care is really good so far. I know the facility wasn't open yet but APFM did not...
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.
We are a small and very quaint community with only 24 apartments.          
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Flexible in making the food needed for healthy living. Good communication from the Director. Feels like a retirement community vs a nursing home setting. Residents all very nice..making friends.
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.
Gaines Park is convenient to Town Center Mall and Kennestone Hospital. The one story building design enhances the comfortable, home-like environment. Our 24-hour staff is available to provide the assistance that each individual resident may need, including medication management, wellness...
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Cost of independent living in Pickens County, GA

The average cost of senior living in Pickens County is $5,022 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
$5,022/mo
$4,050/mo

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

Pickens County, GA
$5,022/mo
$4,247/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

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

$4,419/mo
Independent Living
$5,022/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,898/mo
Private
$10,230/mo
Studio
$4,578/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,768/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,526/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$5,022/mo$4,247/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$4,088/mo$3,591/mo$4,558/mo
Memory Care$4,419/mo$4,092/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Pickens County, GA:$5,022/mo
Georgia:$4,247/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Pickens County, GA:$4,088/mo
Georgia:$3,591/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Memory Care
Pickens County, GA:$4,419/mo
Georgia:$4,092/mo
U.S.:$4,794/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$3,278/mo$3,286/mo-0.3%
Georgia$3,108/mo$3,153/mo-1.4%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Pickens County, GA
2024 average cost:$3,278/mo
2023 average cost:$3,286/mo
Percent change:-0.3%
Georgia
2024 average cost:$3,108/mo
2023 average cost:$3,153/mo
Percent change:-1.4%
National
2024 average cost:$3,261/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

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%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50.6%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
48.2%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
42.6%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
16.2%
8.1%
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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%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
56.5%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
47.9%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
22.1%
17.4%
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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%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
39.4%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
65.6%
49.3%
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%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
43.5%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
51.2%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
59.4%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
58.2%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
41.5%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
27.9%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
58.5%
47%
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