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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Barker Spring, GA
The cost of independent living in Barker Spring is about $3,227 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 129 options. Read 1563 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.
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They are sweet to the residents and family members. Always willing to help and provide information that you request in a timely manner I absolutely recommend Antebellum Arlington Place to others!
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.
Antebellum Arlington Place in Historic Downtown Macon is located near Middle Georgia's largest hospital, along with cathedrals, churches and synagogues. Only one mile from Interstate 75, Antebellum Arlington Place is convenient for visitors to find. It sits privately on a hill, with secured...
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Our loved one was not here long before he decided he wasn't quite ready for a senior community, but they did a good job from what we were able to see. The staff were friendly and professional, and kept the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Willow Creek Macon is a senior living community located in Macon, Georgia among the weeping willow trees that Macon is so famous for. We are surrounded by all of the neighborhood accommodations any visiting relative could ever need, and we now how to make guests feel welcome. But what we...
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My mother is doing very well here at this community. I'am pleased with her move here, and she likes it. The community looks great, they are doing some updating around the place. She is engaging in the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Willow Creek Centerville is senior community located in Centerville, GA. This community is available to those seniors who would like a quiet and comfortable place to call home. Centerville is located in Houston County. Those that spend time in Houston County will find that there are many options...
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I moved to my brand new apartment in 2016. Three years later I still like where I live. In response to the only other review, There was such a person however I hope that person is no longer...
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.
New Active Adult Community for Ages 62 and Older With features like professional on-site management and 24-hr emergency maintenance, active adults (ages 62 and over) can take advantage of all Providence at Parkway Village has to offer! > Opening November 2015 > 1 & 2 Bedroom Floor...
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The staff at Peniston PCH provide excellent services and the organization really does care for their in-home care clients and their residents at the personal care home. The staff and management all have...
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 manager is very nice, as well as her assistant. I've met other ladies and we meet often. The manager okayed us having game night and movie night, we alternate fridays. It's wonderful here and folks are...
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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When my brother moved in, they had had some recent water damage from a plumbing leak. But it sounds like they've done a good job with the renovation. This only affected the main level. [name removed], has...
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.
Vineville Tower is located in beautiful Macon in the county seat of Bibb County, Georgia. The Ocmulgee River is located just inside Macon and runs through the middle of Macon's major downtown area. Macon is also nicknamed the 'The Heart of Georgia' and with good reason because it is beautiful and...
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My mom has been in Memory Care for 2-1/2 years at Poplar Creek. She gets very good care and the family atmosphere here is noticed immediately. Her level of dementia is severe, but I can sleep at night...
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.
Some seniors reach a point when they are unable to care for all the little details of daily living and need a helping hand now and then. In many cases, The Suites at Poplar Creek can be the ideal alternative for those who need modest personal assistance, housekeeping, meals, and supervision with...
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My service request was handled promptly and efficiently. [name removed] is always polite and helpful. All the team are always courteous and respectful. Thank you Ashton Walk for providing a wonderful place...
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
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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: 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.
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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My mom is settling in nicely at Brightmoor Senior Living. It is a nice and clean community. The staff is very friendly and attentive to her needs. I've come and kept my mom company during dinner and the food...
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.
Brightmoor Assisted Living is a 58 bed personal care home with a Memory Care Unit. We are excited to offer a newly remodeled Assisted Living Facility for seniors who desire a secure environment and also need assistance with day-to-day activities. Our Assisted Living offers graduated...
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The place at The Woods is a very beautiful and clean facility. One area I can think of where they might could improve a little is that I do think they could use a little more instruction in memory care. ...
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.
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.
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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All staff members and caregivers are helpful, professional and really concerned about the residents. My aunt likes the food and room. Just wish she would make more friends. [Name removed], [name removed] and...
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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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.
Forsyth Station is an active 55 plus adult gated community that will be comprised of 60 residences located in the city limits of Forsyth and within walking distance of the Historic Courthouse Square. The residents will be able to choose between one or two bedroom floor plans. These beautiful...
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There is no staff on site. Everything is managed through a different city, which kind of shocked us. They only work certain days of the week and a certain set of hours because they're managing several...
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.
Waters Oaks opened to the public in 2008 and is a brand new spacious one bedroom garden style apartment complex. Nestled in the town of Reynolds, Georgia this quiet community is 28 apartments for independent seniors looking for a good home. Community transport options allow easy access to...
Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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.
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.
Shoal Creek ManorShoal Creek Manor is senior housing located in central Georgia in the city of Locust Grove, Henry County. This lightly populated residential area is home a tight knit community of people who are polite, friendly, and practically define the term "southern hospitality." With the...
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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 Canopy at Westridge, we empathize with the journey of dementia and Alzheimer’s. Remember, you’re not alone – we’re here to walk alongside you and your loved one every step of the way. Our compassionate caregivers are dedicated to providing unwavering support, ensuring residents engage in...
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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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My mother has been at this facility for 3 years and loves it. This place is great. They take very good care of their residents. Great family environment.
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.
Autumn Village Assisted Living is a senior living community located in Jackson, GA, in Butts County. Jackson is the county seat of Butts County and is located just forty minutes southwest of Atlanta. Jackson is a diverse town, rich in history and natural settings. It is just minutes from...
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.
Cost of independent living in Barker Spring, GA
The average cost of senior living in Barker Spring is $3,227 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Milner, GA with an average of $2,915 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Barker Spring, GA vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Barker Spring, GA vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Barker Spring, GA by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in Barker Spring
Recent reviews for independent living in Barker Spring
The Palms of Lake Spivey
4.0
What we like the most about The Palms of Lake Spivey is the staff. The staff is good. The grounds are well kept. The activities are fun for the residents. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would recommend this community to other families.
Vineville Tower in Macon, GA
5.0
I moved my aunt whom is 68 yrs old, she loves it, the community is very friendly and access to shopping and other things are right at your feet.
There are so many good things about this center I can write a book. From the beginning or my search I was helped by ROSE the office admin. She is ...
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Benton House of Newnan Lakes
5.0
This is a very homey style community. The Executive Director knows what she is doing. The staff truly care and they offer exceptional care for the residents. The staff are good at communicating with the family. Also, the Executive Director is good at making referrals for additional services ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Warm and welcoming staff. Many reviews highlight the friendly and caring nature of the staff at various communities, such as The Palms of Lake Spivey, TerraBella Riverplace, and Heartis Fayetteville, where residents and their families have formed lasting friendships with the community's caregivers.
Variety of enriching activities. Reviews consistently mention the wide range of activities offered at communities, like Palmetto Park, Holiday Pinegate, and The Palms of Lake Spivey, which help residents stay engaged and active, with offerings including movie nights, museum outings, and gardening classes.
Heated, year-round swimming pools. Some residents really enjoy having access to heated swimming pools, like at TerraBella Riverplace and Heartis Fayetteville, which provide a refreshing way to stay active and socialize with friends and neighbors.
Thoughtful attention to dietary needs. Reviews mention the accommodating nature of communities, such as Holiday Pinegate, The Palms of Lake Spivey, and Heartis Fayetteville, which cater to residents' unique dietary needs and preferences, ensuring they enjoy their meals and feel nourished.
Well-maintained facilities and grounds. Several reviews praise the cleanliness and upkeep of the communities, like The Palms of Lake Spivey, TerraBella Riverplace, and St. Paul Apartments, with updated facilities and well-tended outdoor areas, creating an enjoyable living environment.
Consistent communication with families. Families appreciate the clear and effective communication from staff, like at The Palms of Lake Spivey, Holiday Pinegate, and Heartis Fayetteville, keeping everyone informed and ensuring care needs are being met.
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Barker Spring independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Barker Spring independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Barker Spring, 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 Barker Spring 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 Barker Spring partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Barker Spring, GANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
21.1%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
34.2%
33.6%
No sugar
No sugar
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30.2%
Vegetarian
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Availability of select dining options in Barker Spring 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 Barker Spring communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Barker Spring, GANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
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35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
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Room service
Room service
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Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Barker Spring 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 Barker Spring offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Barker Spring, GANational
Activity director
Activity director
41.2%
44.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
24.6%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25.4%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
49.1%
47.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
44.7%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
49.1%
53.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
29.8%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
26.3%
37.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
27.2%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
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46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
43%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
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32%
Fitness center
Fitness center
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Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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Legacy Ridge at Peachtree, Monarch House Assisted Living Community and Mountainside of Warm Springs are the top-rated independent living facilities near Barker Spring, Georgia. See full list of communities.
There are 129 independent living facilities near Barker Spring, Georgia. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Barker Spring, Georgia are Legacy Ridge at Peachtree, Mountainside of Warm Springs and John-Wesley Villas. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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