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Really appreciate the great care my mother receives here. She is happy and has made friends. It's a real relief to know that the staff is very caring and aware of what is happening with the residents.
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: 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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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 Health Center at Standifer Place is a unique, comprehensive facility. From Independent Living, to Assisted Living, to compassionate Hospice care, HCSP provides options for successive stages of life and changing levels of ability. Residents have convenient access to services on the journey...
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The staff at Cannon Wood is exceptional. They are caring and compassionate. The food is excellent, however I think they could use a few more activities. The community is well taken care of. It is like a...
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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.
Cannon Wood Village is senior community located in the peaceful area that is Tiger, GA. This community provides seniors with a home in a quiet area, allowing them to get away from the hustle and bustle of the rest of the world. The town of Tiger offers a drive-in, a library, a historical society,...
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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.
At Standifer Place, the abilities and individual requirements of each resident are assessed prior to admission. The goal is to provide each resident with the assistance necessary to remain safe and healthy while encouraging independence and activity. Residents get personalized care at an...
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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.
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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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Cost of independent living in Windy Ridge, GA

The average cost of senior living in Windy Ridge is $3,684 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Young Harris, GA with an average of $2,864 per month.

Independent living costs in Windy Ridge, GA, vs. nearby cities

Windy Ridge, GA
$3,684/mo
$3,339/mo

Independent living costs in Windy Ridge, GA, vs. state and national averages

Windy Ridge, GA
$3,684/mo
$4,247/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

Independent living costs in Windy Ridge, GA, vs. other senior living options

$3,978/mo
Independent Living
$3,684/mo

Independent living costs in Windy Ridge, GA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,474/mo
Studio
$4,274/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,589/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,512/mo

Senior living costs in Windy Ridge 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: Windy Ridge, GA
Column state: Georgia
Column national: U.S.
Community typeWindy Ridge, GAGeorgiaU.S.
Independent Living$3,684/mo$4,247/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$3,816/mo$3,591/mo$4,558/mo
Memory Care$3,978/mo$4,092/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Windy Ridge, GA:$3,684/mo
Georgia:$4,247/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Windy Ridge, GA:$3,816/mo
Georgia:$3,591/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Memory Care
Windy Ridge, GA:$3,978/mo
Georgia:$4,092/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Windy Ridge, GA, over time

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

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Independent living cost trends in Windy Ridge, GA

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Windy Ridge 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.
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Windy Ridge, GA$3,249/mo$3,842/mo-15.4%
Georgia$3,128/mo$3,097/mo+1.0%
National$3,246/mo$3,151/mo+3.0%
Windy Ridge, GA
2024 average cost:$3,249/mo
2023 average cost:$3,842/mo
Percent change:-15.4%
Georgia
2024 average cost:$3,128/mo
2023 average cost:$3,097/mo
Percent change:+1.0%
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2024 average cost:$3,246/mo
2023 average cost:$3,151/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in Windy Ridge

Recent reviews for independent living in Windy Ridge

Morning Pointe of Chattanooga at Shallowford

5.0
I absolutely love it and my Dad seems to like it. I love the staff and they have been great for my Dad. He has adjusted extremely well. He feels like this is his home. He is really happy with the food there.

Garden Plaza Of Greenbriar Cove in Ooltewah, TN

5.0
They do everything well. We picked this community, because they have large rooms, it's clean, and friendly. The offer activiites, such as; exercise, lap pool, bingo and cards, cooking, woodworking, and cross stitch.

Oaks at Dalton

5.0
The staff are caring and kind. The meals are good. They keep you well informed. Moving in was easy. I would highly recommend The Oaks at Dalton to others.

Windy Ridge independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Windy Ridge independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Windy Ridge, 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 Windy Ridge 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 Windy Ridge 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
16.9%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
41%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
38.6%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
30.1%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
10.8%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Windy Ridge 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 Windy Ridge communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Windy Ridge, GANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
28.9%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
47%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
32.5%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
13.3%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Windy Ridge 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 Windy Ridge offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
47%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
30.1%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
30.1%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
55.4%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
48.2%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
59%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
42.2%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
32.5%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
34.9%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
43.4%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
45.8%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
26.5%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
19.3%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
44.6%
47%
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The Fountains of Calhoun, Oaks at Hampton and Holiday Smoky Springs are the top-rated independent living facilities near Windy Ridge, Georgia. See full list of communities.
There are 104 independent living facilities near Windy Ridge, Georgia. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Windy Ridge, Georgia are Oaks at Hampton and Holiday Smoky Springs. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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