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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Desser, GA
The cost of independent living in Desser is about $3,803 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 48 options. Read 434 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 Marianna, Bainbridge and Sneads.
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Somerset was wonderful to our family. We did have to end up moving them out because this facility is assisted living only and my mom needed memory care. We were never disappointed with the food and they had...
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
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: 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: 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
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
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: 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.
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
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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Cost of independent living in Desser, GA
The average cost of senior living in Desser is $3,803 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Jakin, GA with an average of $3,150 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Desser, GA vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Desser, GA vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Desser, GA by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in Desser
Recent reviews for independent living in Desser
Woodmont Senior Living in Tallahassee, FL
3.7
All of the staff members that we came in contact with at Pacifica Senior Living Woodmont were pleasant and accommodating. The only complaints we had was the quality of the food, housekeeping was very poor and the community is showing its age but they were in process of updating the apartments ...
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St. Augustine Plantation in Tallahassee, FL
4.4
I would hope they could hire more staff at SAP. Agency staff to fill in is a temporary solution, but care is more personal if staff is familiar with the resident.
Jamestown Woods in Tallahassee, FL
5.0
Wonderful place to live especially for a newcomer to the area. Events open to all residents....bingo, LCD, pot lucks, cards, etc. so easy to make friends. Office personnel friendly and easy to talk to. Location very convenient also.
Great place to live.
Desser independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Desser independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Desser, 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 Desser 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 Desser partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Desser, GANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
17.1%
19.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
34.3%
32.9%
No sugar
No sugar
34.3%
30.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
25.7%
32.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
5.7%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Desser 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 Desser communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Desser, GANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
31.4%
35.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
37.1%
42%
Room service
Room service
34.3%
35.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
11.4%
16.6%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Desser 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 Desser offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Desser, GANational
Activity director
Activity director
37.1%
43.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
34.3%
27.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
31.4%
31.7%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
34.3%
47.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
42.9%
48.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
42.9%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
37.1%
41.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
37.1%
36.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
40%
40.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
42.9%
46.1%
Live performances
Live performances
40%
45.7%
Dances
Dances
37.1%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25.7%
38.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
40%
45.5%
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Cherry Laurel by Sky Active Living, Mulligan Park and The Opal on Hermitage are the top-rated independent living facilities near Desser, Georgia. See full list of communities.
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