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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Dooly County, GA

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The cost of independent living in Dooly County is about $2,675 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 69 options. Read 522 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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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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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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I would tell them that is a good place to take their mother. I think the friendliness and caring of the staff makes it the place to go. My mom says the food isn't very good, but at 89 and she has...
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.
Photo of Pines Personal Care Home
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
Morningside of Albany offers all the character and comfort of home, as well as unique programs and resources designed to meet the total needs of both resident and their family. We offer a family atmosphere, assistance with daily living activities, nutritious dining plans, active and meaningful...
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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.
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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: 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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Photo of Grace Manor
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.

Cost of independent living in Dooly County, GA

The average cost of senior living in Dooly County is $2,675 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Ideal, GA with an average of $1,223 per month.

Independent living costs in Dooly County, GA, vs. nearby counties

Dooly County, GA
$2,675/mo
$2,665/mo
$2,784/mo

Independent living costs in Dooly County, GA, vs. state and national averages

Dooly County, GA
$2,675/mo
$4,368/mo
U.S. national average
$4,162/mo

Independent living costs in Dooly County, GA, vs. other senior living options

$3,294/mo
Independent Living
$2,675/mo

Independent living costs in Dooly County, GA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$2,988/mo
Studio
$4,019/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,081/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,832/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$1,540/mo

Senior living costs in Dooly County vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Dooly County, GA
Column state: Georgia
Column national: U.S.
Community typeDooly County, GAGeorgiaU.S.
Independent Living$2,675/mo$4,368/mo$4,162/mo
Assisted Living$3,193/mo$3,754/mo$4,706/mo
Memory Care$3,294/mo$4,294/mo$4,956/mo
Independent Living
Dooly County, GA:$2,675/mo
Georgia:$4,368/mo
U.S.:$4,162/mo
Assisted Living
Dooly County, GA:$3,193/mo
Georgia:$3,754/mo
U.S.:$4,706/mo
Memory Care
Dooly County, GA:$3,294/mo
Georgia:$4,294/mo
U.S.:$4,956/mo
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Independent living costs in Dooly County, GA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Dooly County and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Independent living cost trends in Dooly County, GA

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Dooly County have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Dooly County, GA$2,352/mo$2,159/mo+8.9%
Georgia$3,108/mo$3,153/mo-1.4%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Dooly County, GA
2024 average cost:$2,352/mo
2023 average cost:$2,159/mo
Percent change:+8.9%
Georgia
2024 average cost:$3,108/mo
2023 average cost:$3,153/mo
Percent change:-1.4%
National
2024 average cost:$3,261/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in Dooly County

Recent reviews for independent living in Dooly County

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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Antebellum Grove Senior Living in Warner Robins, GA

5.0
The family has had no complaints since moving mom here. She is adjusting and doing well seems happy and content. The community is kept very clean and maintained. The staff is nice and very accommodating and helpful. The food seems to satisfy mom The community is located in a good spot for the ...
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Oaks at Oakland Plantation in Leesburg, GA

5.0
My husband had a stroke on [date removed]. I had no clue what I should do. After his stay in intensive care at [name removed] he went to a nursing/physical therapy facility. He is getting better and [name removed] has been so informative as to what the next steps will be. I am grateful that ...
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Dooly County independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Dooly County independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Dooly County, 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 Dooly County 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 Dooly County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Dooly County, GANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
17.7%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
25.8%
34.5%
No sugar
No sugar
25.8%
31%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
22.6%
33.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.3%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Dooly County 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 Dooly County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Dooly County, GANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
12.9%
36.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
25.8%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
14.5%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
8.1%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Dooly County 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 Dooly County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Dooly County, GANational
Activity director
Activity director
29%
45.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
17.7%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
17.7%
33.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
41.9%
47.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
37.1%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
45.2%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
24.2%
43%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
16.1%
38.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
16.1%
41.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
32.3%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
29%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
21%
33.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
14.5%
39.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
35.5%
46.5%
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Frequently Asked Questions

John-Wesley Villas, Holiday Pinegate and Alexander IV are the top-rated independent living facilities near Dooly County, Georgia. See full list of communities.
There are 69 independent living facilities near Dooly County, Georgia. See the full list.
The best independent living facility near you in Dooly County, Georgia is John-Wesley Villas. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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