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The cost of independent living in Echota is about $3,867 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 243 options. Read 4764 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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Photo of Emblem Alpharetta
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I have been at Emblem Alpharetta for a year and the experience was GREAT! I would highly recommend this complex to other families. I have moved from the complex because I have new moved to Arizona, but...
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.
Exclusively designed community for active adults 55yrs. and older offering un-rivaled convenience and elegance in age-restricted apartment living.  A luxurious and affordable home with beautiful clubhouse amenities allows you to choose the services and lifestyle you want....
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All 5s! The place is cozy and welcoming, as are the staff. They are so kind , caring, and thoughtful to the residents! The food is always well prepared and served in a dining room with real China,...
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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I have had a family friend residing in this facility for several years, and our expectations have been consistently exceeded. This place truly feels like a home for him. He receives excellent support and...
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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Flexible in making the food needed for healthy living. Good communication from the Director. Feels like a retirement community vs a nursing home setting. Residents all very nice..making friends.
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.
Gaines Park is convenient to Town Center Mall and Kennestone Hospital. The one story building design enhances the comfortable, home-like environment. Our 24-hour staff is available to provide the assistance that each individual resident may need, including medication management, wellness...
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What we like the most about Sterling Estates is that they have an assigned table to eat at and easier to make friends. Very helpful, attentive to the residents. Yes, we would recommend this community to...
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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Arbor Terrace is everything I could ask for in a assisted living facility for my mom. My mom moved into Arbor in [date removed]. She is involved in the many activities that are offered at Arbor and has 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.
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We are happy with all. The staff is great and the facility is new but also really well done in décor. Room size is fine, the care is really good so far. I know the facility wasn't open yet but APFM did not...
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.
We are a small and very quaint community with only 24 apartments.          
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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.
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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.
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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Photo of Riverwood Retirement Center
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I helped a friend establish her father in Rememberance Village at Riverwood. The staff was very helpful and friendly during the time we were deciding where to place him. They were very informative in every...
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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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.
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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: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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.
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 think that they are doing the best with what they have – though short-staffed, the staff on hand are friendly, informative and helpful The manager has been helpful when there's been a financial issue....
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.
Highlands Senior Living is a gated personal care home facility done with casual elegance. All our services are tailored to our residents needs with attention to detail. Residents have direct input into planning of meals and activities. Many special amenities are provided, i.e., selective menus,...
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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
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.
Hillendale is located at 150 Old Mill Road in Bartow County in the city of Cartersville, Georgia. In addition to the many cultural, historical, and commercial attractions of Cartersville and Bartow County, Hillendale residents will enjoy shopping areas and services of Cobb County, Rome and...
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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.
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.
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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.
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: 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.
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My mom use to volunteer here so she knew that this was going to be the right place for herself. They have been fabulous with my mom, they helped us arrange for her hospice care and all the staff treat her...
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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Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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.
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.

Cost of independent living in Echota, GA

The average cost of senior living in Echota is $3,867 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include LaFayette, GA with an average of $2,923 per month.

Independent living costs in Echota, GA, vs. nearby cities

Echota, GA
$3,867/mo
$3,998/mo
$3,770/mo

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

Echota, GA
$3,867/mo
$4,382/mo
U.S. national average
$4,176/mo

Independent living costs in Echota, GA, vs. other senior living options

$4,498/mo
Independent Living
$3,867/mo

Independent living costs in Echota, GA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,998/mo
Private
$10,980/mo
Studio
$4,634/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,984/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,729/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$6,172/mo

Senior living costs in Echota 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: Echota, GA
Column state: Georgia
Column national: U.S.
Community typeEchota, GAGeorgiaU.S.
Independent Living$3,867/mo$4,382/mo$4,176/mo
Assisted Living$4,078/mo$3,767/mo$4,718/mo
Memory Care$4,498/mo$4,311/mo$4,972/mo
Independent Living
Echota, GA:$3,867/mo
Georgia:$4,382/mo
U.S.:$4,176/mo
Assisted Living
Echota, GA:$4,078/mo
Georgia:$3,767/mo
U.S.:$4,718/mo
Memory Care
Echota, GA:$4,498/mo
Georgia:$4,311/mo
U.S.:$4,972/mo
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Independent living costs in Echota, GA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Echota 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 Echota, GA

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Echota 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
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Echota, GA$3,666/mo$3,741/mo-2.0%
Georgia$3,113/mo$3,153/mo-1.3%
National$3,257/mo$3,166/mo+2.9%
Echota, GA
2024 average cost:$3,666/mo
2023 average cost:$3,741/mo
Percent change:-2.0%
Georgia
2024 average cost:$3,113/mo
2023 average cost:$3,153/mo
Percent change:-1.3%
National
2024 average cost:$3,257/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in Echota

Recent reviews for independent living in Echota

The Phoenix at Roswell

5.0
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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Highlands Senior Living Cartersville

5.0
The staff is really great!! Most of them have cared for a family member with dementia so they are compassionate for what they do. Very knowledgeable and able to help navigate the resident and family members. Great facility!Love the staff! I spoke to residents and family and all say staff is ...
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Morning Pointe of Chattanooga at Shallowford

5.0
I absolutely love it and my Dad seems to like it. I love the staff and they have been great for my Dad. He has adjusted extremely well. He feels like this is his home. He is really happy with the food there.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Wide range of activities for all abilities. Residents enjoy a variety of activities offered at different communities, including crafts, gardening, outings, movies, and live music. Some residents with physical disabilities, like those at Cottonwood Estates, appreciate activities that don't require extensive mobility, such as listening to ...
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Friendly and attentive staff. Staff members at various communities are described as friendly, accommodating, and helpful in the reviews. At Presbyterian Village of Cobb, residents and families express appreciation for the warm welcome and excellent customer service they have received from staff members.
Dog-friendly environment. Some reviews mention the availability of pet-friendly apartments and outdoor areas for residents to enjoy with their furry companions, like at Canterfield of Kennesaw. These pet-friendly amenities contribute to a sense of community and companionship for residents.
Delicious meals with customizable options. Residents praise the quality of the food and the variety of meal options available at their communities, such as the sit-down dining experience with a menu of several entrees and desserts at Canterfield of Kennesaw. Some communities even accommodate dietary restrictions and individual preferen ...
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Beautifully maintained living spaces. Reviews often highlight the cleanliness and upkeep of the communities, including the apartments and communal areas. For example, at Creekside at Shallowford, residents mention the pristine bathrooms and recently renovated patio and dining room.
Supportive community atmosphere. Residents and families express appreciation for the caring and inclusive atmosphere at their communities, where they have made new friends and found a sense of belonging. At Presbyterian Village of Cobb, residents have formed lasting friendships and enjoy the warm, welcoming environment.
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Echota independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Echota independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Echota, 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 Echota 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 Echota partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
22.7%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
47.2%
34.5%
No sugar
No sugar
44%
31%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
40.3%
33.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
18.5%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Echota 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 Echota communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Echota, GANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
39.8%
36.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
52.3%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
43.5%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
18.1%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Echota 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 Echota offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Echota, GANational
Activity director
Activity director
52.3%
45.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
35.6%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.3%
33.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
59.7%
47.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
56%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
61.6%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
49.1%
43%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
41.2%
38.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
47.2%
41.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
53.2%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
54.2%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
40.3%
33.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25%
39.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
53.2%
46.5%
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Frequently Asked Questions

The Fountains of Calhoun, Highland Senior Living Rome and Presbyterian Village of Cobb are the top-rated independent living facilities near Echota, Georgia. See full list of communities.
There are 243 independent living facilities near Echota, Georgia. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Echota, Georgia are Highland Senior Living Rome, Presbyterian Village of Cobb and The Georgian Lakeside by Cogir. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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