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9 Best Independent Living Communities in Walton County, GA
If you’re looking for independent living in the Walton County area, our local senior living advisors can help you each step of the way. From affordable independent living for seniors to luxury options, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of independent living in Walton County. From there, we’ll show you the best independent living communities for your lifestyle, interests, and budget.
Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 9 independent living facilities in Walton County, 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 Oconee Heights.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Athens, Lawrenceville and Watkinsville.
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9.6
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103 reviews
The Retreat is a very clean community, the food is pretty good and they have a lot of activities for the residents to participate in. We would recommend this community to other families based on the...
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 make true retirement living easy and enjoyable at the Retreat at Loganville. Whether in our independent living Villas and Cottages, our personal care Manor House, or our Alzheimer's Pearl, residents focus on living each day to the fullest. We greet all residents and their families with...
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9.4
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5 reviews
My parents are being well cared for. We as a family are satisfied that we made the right choice for them. There have been minor issues, but the staff has been quick to correct the problem. We would recommend...
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.
The Overlook Senior Living in Monroe, Georgia is the third community in North Georgia that we have had the pleasure of welcoming seniors to call home. We pride ourselves on providing our residents a comfortable, caring home, a sense of community and the endless love and support they deserve. Our...
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9.2
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27 reviews
Great Oaks is very well Staffed with plenty of resident support people. The apartments are generously sized and well maintained. The genuine caring, mentally and physically, is all over the place. 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.
Great Oaks is an assisted living and memory care community located in the beautiful city of Monroe, Georgia. Monroe is a city in and the county seat of Walton County and is known for its beautiful architecture, scenic views and access to big-city amenities. Situated just east of Atlanta, this...
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We are still trying to get fully unpacked in our new home. We are loving everything about it. Hope to enjoy it for many years to come. It is very clean, quiet and overall just a beautiful community.
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.
The Cottages of Monroe The Cottages of Monroe, nestled in the quaint and picturesque city of Monroe, Georgia, offers a unique blend of gracious independent living with convenient access to a wide range of activities. Monroe, Georgia is minutes from Athens - voted #5 in 'The 25 Best Places to...
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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The community is outstanding. The food is good,but needs more foods for diabetics. The staff is always helpful. The activities are great. A great community for others.
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.
Senior Solutions of Social CircleWhen you need superior care and comfort for your senior relative due to dementia, Alzheimer’s or other concerns, Senior Solutions of Social Circle, Georgia offers an excellent option worthy of your consideration. Social Circle is a small community with an...
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Cost of independent living in Walton County, GA
The average cost of senior living in Walton County is $10,155 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include North High Shoals, GA with an average of $3,711 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Walton County, GA vs. nearby counties
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Walton County, GA vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Walton County, GA by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in Walton County
Recent reviews for independent living in Walton County
Dogwood Forest of Grayson
5.0
My husband ended up at Dogwood Forest in Grayson. It was expensive but I would give it a 10+. The food is so important to the residents, the high light of their day. They have a 'real' chef there and I ate many meals there myself. So number one is meals. They also had awesome entertainment. ...
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Benton House of Covington
3.8
I really suggest you continue to do your research on all assisted living communities. Benton House provided all inclusive pricing, including care. The staff have been good to work with the family if we have any questions or concerns.
There are three meals a day served to the residents. I ...
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Benton House of Grayson
4.9
We chose Benton House of Grayson because of the alignment of value system and also I was able to see how they care for their community. My mother is in the memory care unit and the staff are all very responsive and we are very happy with the quality of care that she is getting. The staff, ...
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Walton County independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Walton County independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Walton 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 Walton 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 Walton County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
33.3%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
50%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
66.7%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
33.3%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Walton 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 Walton County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Walton County, GANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
16.7%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
33.3%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
33.3%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16.7%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Walton 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 Walton County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
66.7%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
16.7%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
16.7%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
66.7%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
66.7%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
66.7%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
66.7%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
50%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
50%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
66.7%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
66.7%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
50%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
33.3%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
66.7%
46.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Sunrise of Five Forks, The Joy Senior Living of Loganville and Dogwood Forest of Grayson are the top-rated independent living facilities near Walton County, Georgia. See full list of communities.
There are 9 independent living facilities near Walton County, Georgia. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Walton County, Georgia are Sunrise of Five Forks and Sunrise of Webb Gin. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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Independent Living in Cities Near Walton County
- Athens, Georgia
- Lawrenceville, Georgia
- Watkinsville, Georgia
- Loganville, Georgia
- Snellville, Georgia
- Conyers, Georgia
- Winder, Georgia
- Braselton, Georgia
- Covington, Georgia
- Dacula, Georgia
- Madison, Georgia
- Lithonia, Georgia
- Lilburn, Georgia
- Monroe, Georgia
- Bethlehem, Georgia
- Auburn, Georgia
- Stonecrest, Georgia
- Bogart, Georgia
- Social Circle, Georgia
- Youth, Georgia
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