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7 Best Independent Living Communities in Dawsonville, GA

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Photo of Magnolia Senior Living at Dawsonville
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8.9
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9 reviews
8.9
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9 reviews
5 star
67%
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11%
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11%
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11%
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My loved one lives here and enjoys it very much. The food is outstanding for an Assisted Living Community. There are lots of Activities every day that keep the residents active. The care staff seem to really...
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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1414 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
9.9
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76 reviews
9.9
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76 reviews
5 star
76%
4 star
16%
3 star
1%
2 star
4%
1 star
3%
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I have been very pleased with the caregivers and management. Many caregivers have been there for years, which is impressive. They are very friendly and let you know if your loved one has been doing well...
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
44 Floor plans available
1.0
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9 reviews
1.0
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9 reviews
5 star
67%
4 star
0%
3 star
11%
2 star
11%
1 star
11%
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Grady [removed] and his staff was instrumental in making the facility a positive experience for both my Mother and our family at a very difficult time.
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.
Photo of The Villas at Willow Lake
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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.
The Villas at Willow Lake offers independent living for active seniors seeking a vibrant, fulfilling lifestyle. Residents have access to an engaging social calendar, while benefitting from superior amenities and services. We are currently undergoing the application process for a state issued...
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55 Floor plans available
6.7
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46 reviews
6.7
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46 reviews
5 star
48%
4 star
13%
3 star
13%
2 star
2%
1 star
24%
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What our family likes the most about the Oaks at Gracemont is the overall facility, it is very clean and the staff members who work there are very friendly. Based on the experience we have had so far, we...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Gracemont Senior Living is a senior community located on the northern border of Georgia in the town of Cumming. Gracemont is located in a lightly populated rural countryside that is dotted with small forests and neighbors Dunroven Lake. The nearby city of Dawsonville offers a wide selection of...
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2 star
8%
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They did an excellent job at Tanglewood Community! It is a very nice place, and they take great care of the residents here. I like that they do not segregate the memory care patients, and allow everyone to...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Tanglewood provides Assisted Living, Respite, and Adult Day Care services. The atmosphere at Tanglewood is rich in daily activities, with restaurant-style dining, lavishly decorated interiors with large common areas and smaller quant and intimate setting nooks. Our residents are viewed as guest...
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Cost of independent living in Dawsonville, GA

The average cost of senior living in Dawsonville is $4,122 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Cleveland, GA with an average of $3,548 per month.

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

Dawsonville, GA
$4,122/mo
$3,585/mo
$4,285/mo

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

Dawsonville, GA
$4,122/mo
$4,165/mo
U.S. national average
$4,029/mo

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

$4,462/mo
Independent Living
$4,122/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,000/mo
Studio
$4,875/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,163/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,070/mo

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What families are saying about independent living in Dawsonville

Recent reviews for independent living in Dawsonville

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.

Dahlonega Assisted Living

4.6
For the most part, our family and friends who've visited there have been pretty impressed with the place. It's very clean and efficient. The staff is friendly and seem to take care of Mom well. The food looks pretty good. They offer plenty of activities. Sometimes their communication could ...
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Holiday Smoky Springs in Gainesville, GA

4.0
My mom spent two long weekends at Smoky Springs as a trial. I had also investigated the facility prior to her staying there. The staff and residents are like one big family. The staff all say that it does not feel like a "job" to them. It definitely shows. The GM, [name removed], is a good ...
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Dawsonville independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Dawsonville independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Dawsonville, 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 Dawsonville 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 Dawsonville partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Dawsonville, GANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
16.7%
19.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
83.3%
32.6%
No sugar
No sugar
83.3%
30.1%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
83.3%
31.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
16.7%
7.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Dawsonville 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 Dawsonville communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Dawsonville, GANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
100%
34.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
100%
41.6%
Room service
Room service
83.3%
35.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
33.3%
16.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Dawsonville 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 Dawsonville offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Dawsonville, GANational
Activity director
Activity director
100%
43.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
83.3%
27%
Community service programs
Community service programs
50%
31.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
83.3%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
100%
48%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
100%
53%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
50%
36.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
66.7%
39.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
83.3%
45.7%
Live performances
Live performances
100%
45.3%
Dances
Dances
33.3%
30.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16.7%
38.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
100%
45.2%
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Oaks at Hampton, Vitality Living Milton and The Retreat at Jasper are the top-rated independent living facilities near Dawsonville, Georgia. See full list of communities.

There are 7 independent living facilities near Dawsonville, Georgia. See the full list.

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