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Assisted living costs in Shorts Mill average about $3,511 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 5 communities in Shorts Mill. Our detailed directory has 22 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses.

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Photo of The Oaks-Scenic View (Assisted Living)
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8.2
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8 reviews
5 star
49%
4 star
38%
3 star
0%
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0%
1 star
13%
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I have been to this facility many times in the last few years and have found it to be very clean and the employees very caring and loving to the residents. The food lacks a little, but sometimes looks good!...
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 Oaks-Scenic View The Oaks Scenic View is a premier senior living community located in the beautiful town of Baldwin, Georgia. It's conveniently located just off of Highway 15, across from Lake Russel and less than a mile from the Scenic View Health Center. Just a couple miles away is a...
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5 star
67%
4 star
33%
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We decided on The Overlook because of the cleanliness, friendliness, and it is a smaller facility that is not as crowded as those larger places. The staff try their best to take care of the residents even...
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 is nestled within some of Georgia's most breathtaking scenery, providing residents and their families endless opportunity to enjoy the outdoors. Our mission is to create a new home for our residents that gives them the care, support and love they deserve.
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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Habersham Retreat has so many wonderful activities for my mother to get to interact in. She likes to participate in bingo, their Sunday church mass, and go to the store through the week. I really like that...
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.
Habersham Retreat is a senior community in Baldwin, GA. Baldwin is located approximately one hour northeast of Atlanta right on the border of the vast and beautiful Chattahoochee National Forest. Baldwin is centrally located to three major hospitals and a small airport makes it convenient to...
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We chose Beehive Homes because they are so close and they were willing to work with my loved one's need for a catheter. Beehive Homes is a great place. The staff are very, very nice; they care for the...
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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Cost of assisted living in Shorts Mill, GA

The average cost of senior living in Shorts Mill is $3,511 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Helen, GA with an average of $3,344 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Shorts Mill, GA vs. nearby cities

Shorts Mill, GA
$3,511/mo
$3,962/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Shorts Mill, GA vs. the state and national average

Shorts Mill, GA
$3,511/mo
$3,634/mo
U.S. national average
$4,624/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Shorts Mill vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$3,511/mo
$3,485/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Shorts Mill, GA by room type

Semi-Private
$3,222/mo
Studio
$3,815/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,939/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Shorts Mill over time

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Shorts Mill, GA

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Shorts Mill.

What families are saying about assisted living in Shorts Mill

Recent reviews for assisted living in Shorts Mill

BeeHive Homes of Toccoa

5.0
My dad was only at this house house for a short time but while he was there he had received excellent care from the caregivers and other staff. They made sure the residence was always clean and that they had hot tasty throughout the deals. I overall have no complaints and would recommend this ...
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The Landings of Gainesville

4.5
Amanda is an excellent person to head the team of caregivers. She cares so much! She will not put up with mistreatment of the residence real or imagined. All of the caregivers there truly love the residents. Both of my parents have dementia and they treat them with dignity and respect. I ...
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Cannon Wood Village in Tiger, GA

4.0
It has been a hard adjustment for my parents here at this community, but they are receiving good care. My father's health isn't the best, and that is affecting my mother. They have a lovely staff here, they have been very attentive and caring. Overall this is a good community I know my parents ...
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Shorts Mill assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Shorts Mill assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Shorts Mill, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Shorts Mill assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Shorts Mill that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Shorts Mill, GANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
80%
52.3%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
80%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
40%
29.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
60%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
80%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Shorts Mill assisted living

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Shorts Mill Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Shorts Mill, GANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
60%
51.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
20%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
20%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Shorts Mill assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Shorts Mill partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Shorts Mill, GANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
40%
26.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
40%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
40%
36.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
20%
35.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Shorts Mill assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Shorts Mill communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Shorts Mill, GANational
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
40%
41.8%
Room service
Room service
20%
35.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Shorts Mill assisted 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 assisted living communities in Shorts Mill offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Shorts Mill, GANational
Activity director
Activity director
20%
45.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
20%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
80%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
60%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
40%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
60%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
40%
34.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
40%
37.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
60%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
60%
46.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
60%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in Shorts Mill

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Georgia assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Shorts Mill protect seniors.

Learn about Georgia Assisted Living regulations

Frequently Asked Questions

Brookside Commerce, Lakes at Gainesville Assisted Living and The Oaks-Scenic View (Assisted Living) are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Shorts Mill, Georgia. See full list of communities.

There are 5 assisted living facilities near Shorts Mill, Georgia. See the full list.

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