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Photo of Ivy Springs Senior Living
1212 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.0
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46 reviews
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My wife passed away on [date removed] of this year, so she was only at Ivy Springs for 2 1/2 months. It's been awhile since I was there and my wife was in a unique situation, so hard to comment. The biggest...
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 The Retreat at Buford, you can find comfortable community living for your senior. We are located in Buford, Georgia, on luscious landscaped courtyards complete with walking trails. Through our apartment style rooms, that come in four different layouts, we provide independence to the elderly...
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1313 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
8.6
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52 reviews
8.6
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52 reviews
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The facility is of a smaller size than many in the area which was attractive as it makes it easier for the resident to navigate and less chance of being confused. I think like most facilities they are...
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.
Call or drop by to see what makes Benton House of Sugar Hill the most desired in the area.Exceptional quality takes exceptional people. Our team is consistently the number one reason families choose our community.Assisted Living, Memory Care, Adult Day, Respite, Caregiver Support. Wherever you...
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Photo of Regency House of Buford
1010 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.3
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70 reviews
8.3
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The staff is absolutely wonderful and truly care for my mom. They are priced just right and have good facilities and activities. They have taken the time to get to know my mom to help draw her out and make...
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.
Built for One Thing: YouOur community is designed from the ground up to provide you with the perfect canvas on which you can paint your best senior living life. Choose us for your next home sweet home and you can trade the worries and hassles that often come with living at home for a better, more...
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There are a variety of options to get involved. The apartment layouts are nice. And we like the amenities and we would recommend this community to other families based on the experience we have had.
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Stylish and vibrant. Modern and uncomplicated. Spacious and thoughtfully designed. Urban excitement and suburban convenience. That's what living is like at Park at Johns Creek. If you're looking for sophistication, warmth and a sense of community, you've come to the right place. You'll find a...
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1414 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
9.9
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77 reviews
9.9
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77 reviews
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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.
Oaks at Hampton is proud to be an Eden Alternative® certified assisted living and memory care community located in Cumming, Georgia. The Eden registry exists to honor those organizations that have made a formal commitment to transforming traditional methods of care into an approach that puts the...
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1010 Photos available
9.5
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18 reviews
9.5
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Some building maintenance issues need addressing. Our loved one mostly cooks their own meals. What we like the most about The Phoenix, is just having eyes on my father and the ability to call and see if...
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.
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Photo of Linwood Estates Gracious Retirement Living
1111 Photos available
9.2
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22 reviews
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The only thing we wish we could change - we would like more food choices. We have been very happy with everything else at Linwood Estates.
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.
At Linwood Estates we have an abundance of heart, and we can’t wait to share it with you. Our caring management team is here for you any time, day or night, because we live here too. We participate in activities and pour coffee at mealtime and take time to get to know each of our residents. Plus,...
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9.2
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They pretty much let you do your own thing without any hassle. The room sizes are fine. The apartments are different size. You can get everything from one room to a two bedroom with a den and two bathrooms....
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.
Towne Club Windermere is a Resort Style Senior Living Community that offers Independent, Assisted Living with One and Two Bedroom full size apartments and Memory Care. We are committed to your wellness and dedicated to exceeding your expectations. Towne Club offers the luxury of resort-style...
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1010 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.1
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24 reviews
9.1
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I had already heard good things about Garden Plaza from a friend whose mother lived there and the process has been very smooth getting my loved one settled there. The ambassador program really helped her get...
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.
Garden Plaza at Lawrenceville, Georgia, offers an elegant setting for seniors looking for an independent living community to call home.Residents at Garden Plaza enjoy a carefree lifestyle, with friendly staff taking care of life’s tedious tasks such as apartment maintenance and housekeeping. This...
Photo of The Mansions at Gwinnett Park Senior Independent Living
2525 Photos available
1010 Floor plans available
9.0
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I’ve been here almost 3 months and have to say it has been a great experience. The staff works extra hard to make sure you feel welcome. And so do the residents. I have met so many great people and had so...
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.
Make your friends jealous by living your 55+ life in an affordable resort-style community at The Mansions at Gwinnett Park Senior Independent Living. The stunning senior community offers cottages, villas, a saltwater pool, gazebo, clubhouse, bar, walking trails, fitness programs, wellness...
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Photo of Heartis Suwanee
1010 Photos available
8.7
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28 reviews
8.7
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28 reviews
5 star
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All a number 5. However, all of the assisted living facilities are understaffed, so elderly may not be getting best care. Based on the experience, we would recommend Heartis Suwanee to other families.
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.
Offering Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care, Heartis Suwanee provides the support you need to remain living as independently as possible, plus everything you want to continue to lead a full, active, and enjoyable life. It’s the perfect balance of 24-hour support and an engaging...
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Photo of Oaks at Braselton
1313 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
8.6
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26 reviews
8.6
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26 reviews
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5 for all categories. The Oaks at Braselton was an all around positive experience for my mother and the family. My FIL is at a much newer and more modern facility but his care has not been as good. 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.
Oaks at Braselton is conveniently close to local churches, shopping areas, the Northeast Georgia Medical Center, and other medical offices. The single story stylish craftsman style property features 46 assisted living apartments and 34 memory care apartments. Each aspect of the community has...
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8.6
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60 reviews
8.6
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60 reviews
5 star
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For the renewal, they tried to raise the rent for more than [fee removed] and I had to negotiate with the management for 3 months before getting it reduced. That was a lot of work & time consuming. We like...
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.
Welcome to Discovery Village At Sugarloaf, a senior-living community located in Suwanee, Georgia, just northeast of Atlanta, designed to offer a blend of independence, active lifestyle, comfort and security for you to enjoy your retirement years, no matter what stage of life you are in. Discovery...
Photo of The Phoenix at James Creek
1313 Photos available
8.3
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28 reviews
8.3
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28 reviews
5 star
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With all of these scores at times some categories were as low as 1 or 2. We developed a very strong working relationship with Director of Nursing and CNAs. When we had issues ( with Care and there were...
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.
The phoenix at James Creek is a NEW state of the art Assisted Living and Memory Care community opening in the Fall of 2018. We are located at the corner of James Burgess Road and Ruth Lane near 20 and the Chattahoochee River in Cumming. We are very close to Sugar Hill, Buford and Johns Creek and...
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Photo of The Bridge at Lawrenceville
1515 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.2
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8 reviews
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What we like the most about The Bridge community is the proximity to our home. The bride is less than 15 minutes from our house. The new director is very responsive to our concerns, and the staff is very...
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.
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8.0
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36 reviews
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My mother has been a resident for a few years and we both are very pleased with her care, all if the staff and the activities that keep her active!
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.
Arbor Terrace Hamilton Mill provides the highest quality of geriatric care and assisted living in the Dacula, Georgia area, including innovative memory care designed specifically for those affected by Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias. Every resident receives unique and personalized care...
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Photo of Arbor Terrace Hamilton Mill Independent Living
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8.0
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We have comfortable living arrangements, a great Staff, including a great Engagement Team, and so many activities in house and otherwise. We have a great Theater Room, Art Room, Gym, Pool, Courtyard and an...
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.
Arbor Terrace Hamilton Mill will provide the highest quality of independent living in the Dacula, Georgia area. Every resident will receive unique and personalized care and attention tailored to where they are and what they need most. At Arbor Terrace Hamilton Mill, both residents and their...
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8.0
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We have been very happy with our dealings with A Place For Mom as well as Waypoint Senior Living. We have been very happy with the facility itself as well as their staff members. Based on the experience we...
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.
Country Heritage II, Inc. is located in Flowery Branch, GA in Hall County. Our residential care home provides help to you when you need it in an area that is as beautiful as the city name. Those who spend time in Flowery Branch appreciate what it offers including Liberty Candy Company, New Wave...
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Photo of The Addison of Gwinnet Park
1111 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
7.9
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28 reviews
7.9
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28 reviews
5 star
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I think mom like the activities more than anything. She never got out of her chair when she was living at home. Except for the usual. Having my mom stay at the Mansion, really gave me a piece of mind. 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.
With multiple care options, you’ll find a courteous staff ready to meet your needs at The Addison of Gwinnet Park. This stately community provides welcoming spaces, whether you wish to spend time in an activity room, the movie theater, or the relaxing courtyards. You’ll find comfortable seating...
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7.5
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6 reviews
7.5
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6 reviews
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I love that my mom adores the staff, that they are always so cheerful and loving. I do dislike that there does seem to be a high staff turnover rate. So we end up with staff that we absolutely adore and then...
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.
Photo of Magnolia Senior Living at Sugar Hill
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7.5
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7.5
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They have a beautiful facility with caring staff and administrators. I could not have envisioned having this kind of experience in a long term care facility. The setting lends itself to calmness and a safe...
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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6.3
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6.3
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My daughter and her husband checked out a number of Independent Living facilities for us since we live in FL, and then they showed us what was available, and Wickshire South Lee Buford beat out all of 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.
Live life to the fullest in South Lee Buford. Select your apartment or cottage and make it your own. Each apartment has abundant natural light, space and kitchenettes. Cottages feature full-kitchens with up-to-date appliances. Sit on the porch of your cottage and connect with neighbors around the...
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6.5
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I would tell them that so far this has been a very quiet and peaceful community, which is something I really appreciate. The front office staff are warm, friendly, and accommodating. For the most part, the...
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Outlook Gwinnett is a brand new luxury 55+ apartment community featuring a uniquely luxurious combination of resort-inspired amenities and southern charm, Outlook Gwinnett is redefining upscale living for active, independent adults ages 55 and up. With an impressive array of spacious apartments...
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44 Floor plans available
6.5
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What our family likes the most about the Oaks at Suwanee Creek is the staff and caregivers. We appreciate their attentiveness and being able to contact management directly if there is every a problem. It is...
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.
Prema at Suwanee Creek is a stylish craftsman style property featuring 58 assisted living apartments and 32 memory care apartments.Some unique amenities offered include all-day dining, bird aviaries, aquariums, community pets, separate secured memory care, on-site physical and occupational...
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1111 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
5 star
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In my opinion, Antebellum James Burgess has been a blessing for my parent in Memory Care due to the leadership of Director, [name removed]. [name removed] has been an asset to Antebellum with her personable...
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.

Cost of independent living in Buford, GA

The average cost of senior living in Buford is $6,419 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Talmo, GA with an average of $3,977 per month.

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

Buford, GA
$6,419/mo

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

Buford, GA
$6,419/mo
$4,210/mo
U.S. national average
$4,035/mo

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

$4,452/mo
Independent Living
$6,419/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,848/mo
Studio
$4,708/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,647/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,270/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$6,773/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Buford over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Buford

Recent reviews for independent living in Buford

TerraBella Sugarloaf in Suwanee, GA

4.9
The staff is very friendly and helpful, and you have activities, except for Saturday and Sunday. They have transportation within a ten mile radius and no charge. They also do outings, such as trips to grocery stores and restaurants. The move in was easy. The meals are good, but should be more ...
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Cumming Senior Living

5.0
We moved our dad here in January of this year. I have been so happy with the quality of care and cleanliness. All of the other families of the residents that I’ve met are all so kind. The food is excellent as well! I highly recommend Cumming Nursing Center for your loved one.

The Phoenix at Roswell

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My husband has been at Pacifica about a month. He has Parkinson's Dementia. This includes a major change in personality making it impossible for me to keep him at home. He can turn from a sweet helpful man to a raging angry man in a matter of seconds. Sometimes, even I don't see the transition ...
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Buford independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Buford independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Buford, 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 Buford 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 Buford partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Buford, GANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
24.1%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
55.2%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
55.2%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
44.8%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
17.2%
8.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Buford 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 Buford communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Buford, GANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
48.3%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
58.6%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
55.2%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20.7%
17%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Buford 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 Buford offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Buford, GANational
Activity director
Activity director
69%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
58.6%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
62.1%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
72.4%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
72.4%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
75.9%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
65.5%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
48.3%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
58.6%
40.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
72.4%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
69%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
69%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
41.4%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
75.9%
45.7%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Park at Johns Creek, Oaks at Hampton and The Georgian Lakeside by Cogir are the top-rated independent living facilities near Buford, Georgia. See full list of communities.

There are 35 independent living facilities near Buford, Georgia. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Buford, Georgia are Oaks at Hampton, Sunrise of Five Forks and Inspired Living at Alpharetta. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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