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9 Best Independent Living Communities in Carlton, GA
The cost of independent living in Carlton is about $4,034 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 9 options. Read 94 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.
As you explore independent living near you, you may also want to consider options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Athens, Watkinsville and Hartwell.
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What we really like the most about this community is the overall friendliness and we would recommend The Gables at Cobb Village to other families who may need a place for their loved ones.
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 Gables at Cobb Village is a senior residence provides seniors with a community that is made just for them and offers them a comfortable place to call home. Located in Royston, GA, this community offers much to its residents. Guests of this community's residents will find the Royston Wellness...
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If your family member is still able to get around and can perform daily tasks with some assistance, the Oaks at Cedar Shoals is a great option. It is well run and the staff are very loving and caring towards...
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.
Located on the East side of Athens, across from Cedar Shoals High School, The Oaks at Cedar Shoals is an assisted living community close to St. Mary's Hospital.
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Our family was very pleased with Avery Village. It was an agonizing decision for us to place our mother in a memory care facility. Our first meeting with the director put us at ease. She came in and made...
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.
Avery Village, our Winterville senior living community, has recently received a beautiful renovation! We continue to provide thoughtful, compassionate care in a warm, lively community. We develop individual care plans to meet the needs of each resident. Nursing staff is available 24 hours a day...
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no activities. no entertainment. no crafts. no bingo. no games. no exercise. no community involvement. no one plays the piano, no singing. nothing going on. residents sleep, eat and read old newspaper. ...
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.
The Hampton House is nestled in the curve of a quiet, small town street in Colbert GA. This historic home, which was built in the early 1900's, received a total renovation in 2008 keeping true to it's original stunning state created by the Hampton Family. The Hampton House opened its doors in...
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The experience with Magnolia Estates has been great so far, the staff members are really friendly - they have been such a huge help with our loved ones care which we really appreciate. Based on our...
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.
Magnolia Estates had its beginning in Elberton in 1984. Betty Rampey, President of Magnolia Estates, Inc., started the corporation at its present location. This turn of the century antebellum home was built in the mid 1890's and was originally the W.O. Jones estate. It is charcterized by its...
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.
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.
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Cost of independent living in Carlton, GA
The average cost of senior living in Carlton is $4,034 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Washington, GA with an average of $2,201 per month.
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What families are saying about independent living in Carlton
Recent reviews for independent living in Carlton
Manor Lake Athens
4.0
What our family lies the most about the Manor Lake Athens is the facilities as well as the staff members who work there. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would recommend this community to other families.
Orchard at Athens
5.0
It's a perfect community for our Mom. All staff...caregivers, med techs, dining, administrative...have always been very attentive and responsive. We know she is receiving the care she needs and she has actually gotten stronger this past year. We love the facility and available activities. ...
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Brookdale Hartwell
3.8
It is a great place for someone with dementia. The community did well in including residents in activities. They need to improve on nursing and medical attendants. The medical staff was not always on board about accurate administration of my husbands meds. The corporation pharmacy did not ...
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Carlton independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Carlton independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Carlton, 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 Carlton 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 Carlton partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Carlton, GANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
12.5%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
25%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
12.5%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
50%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
12.5%
8.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Carlton 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 Carlton communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Carlton, GANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
12.5%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
25%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
25%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12.5%
17%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Carlton 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 Carlton offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Carlton, GANational
Activity director
Activity director
37.5%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
12.5%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
37.5%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
37.5%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
25%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
25%
40.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
37.5%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
37.5%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
25%
31.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
12.5%
45.7%
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Frequently Asked Questions
TerraBella Epps Bridge, Orchard at Athens and The Gables at Cobb Village are the top-rated independent living facilities near Carlton, Georgia. See full list of communities.
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