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The cost of independent living in Barker Spring is about $3,194 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 114 options. Read 1534 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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My mother lives here and we have no complaints.
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.
Grier ManorGrier manor is a senior housing community situated in the beautiful neighborhoods of McDonough, GA in Henry County. Grier manor is located on a picturesque terrain and the ambient landscapes that stretch far and beyond are set to give our residents a wonderful place to call home. When...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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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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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: 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: 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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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.
NOW LEASING ONLINE! Affordable Apartment & Cottages for Adults 55 and Older.Experience a higher quality lifestyle in a 55 & older community centered around active adults in McDonough, GA. Willow Place welcomes you with sophisticated amenities, spacious floor plans, and maintenance-free...
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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: 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: 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
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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.
Dear Friend, Thank you for your interest in The Veranda, one of Columbus’s Premiere senior living communities that offer An Elegant and Affordable Way of Living!Seniors and their families appreciate our focus on hospitality, wellness and customer service. The Veranda incorporates innovative best...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
Wesley Woods of Newnan - Peachtree City is located 25 miles southwest of Atlanta on the north side of Newnan, Ga. The city of Peachtree City, Ga. is located nearby to the east. One of several Atlanta-area Wesley Woods senior living locations, the Newnan facility is located on 52 acres and...
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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: 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, Nursing Homes
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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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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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
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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.
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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: 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.
The Willis Cottages are part of the Palmetto Park facilities located 45 minutes south of Atlanta in Palmetto, Georgia. Our property adjoins the Georgia Baptist Children's Home.The cottages are built as quad units and were completed in 2004 along with Baptist Manor and Garrison Personal Care....
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This is an excellent facility. I found the staff to be very friendly and concerned about the residents. The residents appeared to be happy and well taken care of.
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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.
Greater Columbus PCHThe Greater Columbus PCH is a senior living community located in the booming city of Columbus, Georgia. The busy community is known to be the heart of the Chattahoochee Valley with numerous museum, historical sites and tour destinations. Columbus is a wonderful place to live...
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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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We chose Lakewood Specialty Care of Valley because it was two miles from her grandson. This is a smaller facility and it provides assisted living and memory care in different buildings. The room sizes here...
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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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally 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 $3,194 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Milner, GA with an average of $2,949 per month.

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

Barker Spring, GA
$3,209/mo
$3,414/mo
$3,053/mo

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

Barker Spring, GA
$3,209/mo
$4,226/mo
U.S. national average
$4,048/mo

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

$3,846/mo
Independent Living
$3,209/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,803/mo
Studio
$4,412/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,103/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,803/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$7,395/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Barker Spring over time

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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%
20.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
34.2%
33.7%
No sugar
No sugar
33.3%
30.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
25.4%
33%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
6.1%
8.6%
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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.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
18.4%
35.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
36.8%
42.9%
Room service
Room service
27.2%
36.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
7.9%
17.1%
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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.
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Activity director
Activity director
41.2%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
24.6%
28%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25.4%
32.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
49.1%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
44.7%
48.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
49.1%
53.8%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
29.8%
42.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
26.3%
37.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
27.2%
41%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
41.2%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
43%
46.4%
Dances
Dances
28.1%
32.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25.4%
39.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
36.8%
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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 114 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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