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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Sheppards, GA

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Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 47 independent living facilities in Sheppards, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Georgia Southern.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Statesboro, Springfield and Guyton.

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Last Updated: 3/13/25
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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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.
Rehabilitation of the historic Waynesboro High School, in addition to newly constructed apartments, will be Waynesboro's newest independent living community for individuals age 62 years or older. Built with your comfort in mind, the spacious, environmentally friendly one and two bedroom apartment...
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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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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: 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.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: 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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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.
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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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 Senior Living at its Best, Ways Station Apartments! Senior residents 55 years or older can enjoy quality living at an affordable price.New senior community built in 2018/2019 for residents 55 years or older, Ways Station in Richmond Hill offers well-appointed 1- and 2-bedroom floor plans...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Buckingham South Buckingham South is a senior living community located in Savannah, Georgia. Our residents and their guests get to enjoy the elegant beauty of Savannah, and we incorporate all of that beauty into the layout of our community. Buckingham South is a quaint place to live that offers...
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I'am still getting adjusted to this community, but so far everything is working out well. They do a good job with keeping the community nice and clean. They have the best staff here, they are always willing...
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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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.

Cost of independent living in Sheppards, GA

The average cost of senior living in Sheppards is $3,507 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Brooklet, GA with an average of $2,513 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Sheppards, GA vs. nearby cities

Sheppards, GA
$3,507/mo
$3,598/mo
$3,776/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Sheppards, GA vs. the state and national average

Sheppards, GA
$3,507/mo
$4,236/mo
U.S. national average
$4,020/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Sheppards vs. other types of senior living

$3,714/mo
Independent Living
$3,507/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Sheppards, GA by room type

Semi-Private
$4,146/mo
Studio
$4,353/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,213/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,327/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Sheppards over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Sheppards

Recent reviews for independent living in Sheppards

Lakeview Manor in Springfield, GA

5.0
Lakeview Manor is a beautiful location with a warm and welcoming staff. Our family selected Lakeview based on its' friendly, family atmosphere. Our senior family members settled in within the first week, enjoying new friends and activities.

The Gardens at Southern Manor in Statesboro, GA

4.7
I think they paid very good attention to my mom. They were very concerned about her and very caring towards her. They were very helpful and if we had any questions they got the answers to our questions.

The Suites at Station Exchange in Richmond Hill, GA

5.0
I believe that my Dad is in the best place possible. The staff is very caring and helpful. The place is always very clean and well taken care of. I would highly recommend it.

Sheppards independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Sheppards independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Sheppards, 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 Sheppards 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 Sheppards partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Sheppards, GANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
23.7%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
36.8%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
39.5%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
21.1%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
2.6%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Sheppards 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 Sheppards communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Sheppards, GANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
21.1%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
31.6%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
28.9%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
13.2%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Sheppards 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 Sheppards offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Sheppards, GANational
Activity director
Activity director
39.5%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
26.3%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
23.7%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
42.1%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
44.7%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
44.7%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
34.2%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
28.9%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
26.3%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
34.2%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
39.5%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
23.7%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
18.4%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
34.2%
46.1%
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Savannah Square, Okatie Pines Retirement Community and The Social at Savannah are the top-rated independent living facilities near Sheppards, Georgia. See full list of communities.

There are 47 independent living facilities near Sheppards, Georgia. See the full list.

The best independent living facility near you in Sheppards, Georgia is Savannah Square. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

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