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The cost of independent living in Ellijay is about $3,568 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 216 options.

Read 5534 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. You may also consider nearby communities such as Blue Ridge, Jasper and Copperhill.

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Photo of Regency House of Buford
1010 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
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They are the best. It is like home not a center. I will be happy to be used as a reference for them and a place for mom. Great experience Follow and use the list from A Place from Mom, very helpful Have them...
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.
Built for One Thing: YouOur community is designed from the ground up to provide you with the perfect canvas on which you can paint your best senior living life. Choose us for your next home sweet home and you can trade the worries and hassles that often come with living at home for a better, more...
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Photo of The Claiborne at Acworth
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The staff was great. Very patient and caring. The facility was very clean. I did experience a problem with one staffer regarding a medical issue, which the administrator promptly addressed to my...
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.
Brickmont Assisted Living communities are licensed assisted living communities located throughout Georgia. We provide extensive care and support beyond what is allowed in a personal care home.Brickmont Acworth welcomed our first residents in 2019. At any of our communities, you will enjoy the...
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The staff is great, they go above and beyond expectations. They are all friendly and polite as well as going out of their way to help you and the residents
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.
Pleasant Valley Retirement Home is located in a beautiful country setting among the gently sloping hills of North Dalton.  The focus at Pleasant Valley is to provide the services, security and social interaction for seniors to have an enriched life during their golden years. Pleasant Valley...
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Love this place! Staff and nurse Ester were all so caring and helpful. Very clean facility. We did have a rough start to move in and accept new home. But with the loving staff she ended up being happy there.
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 Parkside Assisted living at Gainesville
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Seeing my aunt happy and healthy is so comforting. The staff are caring and friendly. They make my aunt feel loved. When I visit, my aunt is always clean and happy. If I have questions, staff answer...
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.
Parkside Assisted living at Gainesville is convenient to the North Georgia Mountains and the city of Atlanta. We rank at the top as a prestigious community and are committed to the health and happiness of older adults. For seniors who require daily living assistance, we offer a customized...
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All places you mentioned were excellent with American House Hamilton place. When I was there everyone was helpful in all ways and things
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.
Welcome to American House Hamilton Place, where Southern hospitality blends seamlessly with exceptional senior care in vibrant Chattanooga, TN. Conveniently located near Hamilton Place Mall, our community offers thoughtfully designed studio and one-bedroom apartments, complete with housekeeping,...
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Food is good. They have many daily activities. I rarely see anyone at the front and most people stay in their rooms. They just had house cleaning of management, so we will see what happens.
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.
Feel like the center of attention. With a smaller boutique approach to assisted living and memory care, Rockbridge Oaks delivers concierge-style service that’s tailored to best suit you. From our Signature Programs to the dedicated team who get to know you and support your goals, your experience...
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Photo of Oaks at Post Road
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44 Floor plans available
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There is a new executive director. Since he came, the communication has been 100% better, and just the overall day-to-day seems to have greatly improved. It seems to be better staffed than it was previously....
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 Post Road is a proud recipient of the Forsyth County News, Best of Forsyth - Reader's Choice Award for 2019 and 2020. Each aspect of the community has been built with the best interests of elders in mind, fulfilling a mission that CEO Alex Salabarria and his father began more than two...
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Photo of The Landing of Canton Hills
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My dad loves the food and the aides. Everyone has been amazing and very attentive, from the Managers to the Med Techs to the aides. Brian was very helpful in getting dad settled. He would even go over to the...
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.
Welcome to The Landings of Canton HillsThe Landings of Canton Hills is a vibrant senior living community in Cherokee County, Georgia. Just 40 miles north of downtown Atlanta, Canton sits in the picturesque foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. With its charming Main Street and landmarks like The...
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Photo of Stonehenge Senior Living
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The staff were the best. Accommodations were excellent. I would most definitely recommend them to others who are needing to find a place for their loved one.
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.
We appreciate your interest in Stonehenge Senior Living and would like to tell you a little bit more about Stonehenge. We are a family-owned business and have been in business for over 32 years. Stonehenge has five different buildings and provides family style living to our residents. We limit...
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Photo of Cumming Senior Living
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When our family was in crisis and desperately needed help for my father, Cumming Senior Living welcomed him with compassion, dignity, and kindness. During the final two months of his life, the care he...
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.
Cumming Senior Living is a welcoming community that caters to the needs of seniors in Forsyth County and the surrounding areas for over 25 years. We understand that choosing the right senior living community can be challenging, which is why we strive to make the process as easy as possible. We...
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Photo of Alto Boynton Ridge
2020 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
8.0
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Hate that it was time for my best friend to choose a new home I know it has to be a very difficult time in life when you have to go live with strangers So you must pick a loving clean and safe one I have...
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.
The Canopy at Boynton Ridge is an Assisted Living and Memory Care community featuring the highest standards in dining, activities, and care, offering upscale amenities, Chef-inspired dining, and a myriad of activities promoting physical conditioning and mental wellness.Assisted LivingWhether you...
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Photo of Antebellum James Burgess
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33 Floor plans available
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Antebellum is a wonderful facility! The staff is attentive, the facility itself is very well maintained. The staff is also very compassionate, truly caring, ready to assist with any questions, requests, if...
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 Magnolia Senior Living at Sugar Hill
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During our encounters with the staff, they were honestly caring, respectful and friendly to families. The activities were fun for my mother and she was able to volunteer with event preparation along with...
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 The Holbrook of Acworth
88 Photos available
1010 Floor plans available
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Great community ... nice people (staff & residents). I personally don't like the approach to meals ... giving an allowance and then charging for the items consumed. Use it or loose it is terrible. Hard for...
Provides: Independent Living
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.
At Holbrook Acworth, we have 181 custom designed apartments and 26 state of the art cottages on a 7 acres campus. With our leadership team, we have over 100 years experience in the senior living industry. Our vision is to create, develop, serve and inspire life giving residences; buildings of...
Photo of Sunrise of Huntcliff Summit I
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I first came to Huntcliff in 2022. My experience was excellent but when I got sick, my son wanted me closer so he moved me to a place in Gainesville Georgia. It was a terrible experience. In 2025 I moved...
Provides: Independent Living
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.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, and over 30 years experience; Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of...
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I loved the ease in getting referrals so that I could find a place that worked with our family and never felt like I was being pushed into anything. Kennesaw village is great we love the care they give and...
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.
Kennesaw Village is an assisted living and memory care community in Kennesaw, Georgia. Kennesaw is a suburb of Atlanta that exudes southern hospitality, a rich history and all the conveniences of being near the major metropolitan area of Atlanta. Kennesaw Village is active and vibrant with ample...
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Photo of The Phoenix at Union Hill
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1515 Floor plans available
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It's been an amazing experience. From the tour to my father's assessment. When my father arrived on first day the entire staff was there to great him.
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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Photo of The Retreat at Canton
1111 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
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The retreat was fine. Served its purpose well. Would recommend. We moved our senior back home in March. As always suggest people access any facility for their own needs. I would recommend
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 family owned and operated Assisted Living in Memory Care located in Hickory Flat, Georgia.
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The admin staff has been supportive and helpful. There is a good deal of turnover in nursing and kitchen staff. The food is plentiful and suits the tastes of most people. Mom's studio is just the right size...
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.
Welcome to Avail Senior Living. Avail's doors opened, in BEAUTIFUL Cleveland, TN, July 9th, 2021 with our Executive Director and Owner, Christopher Beckstrand. Beckstrand's passion shines through every inch of Avail and you be sure to feel it when you come to visit.Only 0.3 miles from the...
Photo of The Retreat at Dalton
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The staff was awesome and took excellent care of my mom. Unfortunately her dementia had progressed and I was unable to afford to keep her there. I Unfortunately had to move her in December. I would recommend...
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 twenty-one acres in the heart of the North Georgia Mountains, Oaks at Dalton is conveniently located off I-75. We offer several different styles of spacious apartments with twenty-four hour care committed to excellence. We are home to many seniors who value their independence and take...
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This is not a new facility so it's not full of glamor. But it is well kept and comfortable. My sister and I had lunch there on our tour, just testing the food. It was really good. I would say served with...
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.
At The Retreat at Sandy Springs, our pet friendly senior living community, delivers compassionate care while helping our residents with their daily routine. We develop individual care plans to meet the needs of each resident, and a full-time licensed nurse is available 24 hours a day to provide...
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The price is really good for such a nice and safe area. It's not assisted living. It's a 55+ apartment so staff is very limited. Lots of activities and a bus that takes them to grocery and some field trips....
Provides: Independent Living
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.
The Lodge at Bridgemill is a unique alternative for those with discerning taste seeking a carefree, amenity-rich lifestyle.  With its magnificent appointments, spacious apartment homes, and well crafted amenities, The Lodge at Bridgemill offers an unprecedented opportunity to enjoy the fine...
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The nursing staff were always nice. The salesperson was very nice when we signed but cooled down afterwards. Probably the worst was my mom died on [date removed] and we had to have everything out by the...
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 The Claiborne at Roswell
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A lot has changed sense the got bought out by another company. It's very clean and the spaces are really nice compared to other places we visited. Improve, lots of turn over in staff. And I liked the choices...
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.
Live Where You're Loved, is a philosophy that our team embraces and lives every day. Here, you will find all the conveniences and amenities you want, along with the specialized services you need, allowing you the freedom to maintain your independence and a full, enriching lifestyle.Enjoy a wide...
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Cost of independent living in Ellijay, GA

The average cost of senior living in Ellijay is $3,568 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include East Ellijay, GA with an average of $3,568 per month.

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

Ellijay, GA
$3,568/mo
$3,405/mo
U.S. national average
$3,520/mo

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

$5,285/mo
Independent Living
$3,568/mo

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

Semi-Private
$2,909/mo
Studio
$3,210/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,063/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,354/mo

Senior living costs in Ellijay 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: Ellijay, GA
Column state: Georgia
Column national: U.S.
Community typeEllijay, GAGeorgiaU.S.
Independent Living$3,568/mo$3,405/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living$4,628/mo$4,661/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$5,285/mo$5,259/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Ellijay, GA:$3,568/mo
Georgia:$3,405/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Ellijay, GA:$4,628/mo
Georgia:$4,661/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Ellijay, GA:$5,285/mo
Georgia:$5,259/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
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Independent living costs in Ellijay, GA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Ellijay 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 average 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
Ellijay, GA$3,337/mo$3,385/mo-1.4%
Georgia$3,229/mo$3,281/mo-1.6%
National$3,416/mo$3,319/mo+2.9%
Ellijay, GA
2024 average cost:$3,337/mo
2023 average cost:$3,385/mo
Percent change:-1.4%
Georgia
2024 average cost:$3,229/mo
2023 average cost:$3,281/mo
Percent change:-1.6%
National
2024 average cost:$3,416/mo
2023 average cost:$3,319/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in Ellijay

Recent reviews for independent living in Ellijay

Towne Club Windermere in Cumming, GA

5.0
We're thrilled with Towne Club Windermere. It has worked out really well for my father. He has made lots of friends and is extremely happy with his apartment. He's put on about 7-8 pounds since he got there and is enjoying the food.

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

Diverse menu options for catering to individual dietary restrictions. Many reviews highlight the excellent food quality and variety in menus offered at various communities. Residents at Canterfield of Kennesaw praise the chef for accommodating dietary restrictions and providing delicious meals. At Cottonwood Estates, the kitchen staff go above and beyond to ca ...
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Engaging and frequent activities for residents. Residents appreciate the wide range of activities offered at communities, from arts and crafts to movie nights and outings. At The Holbrook of Acworth, the Holbrook community organizes regular activities that cater to different interests and promote socialization among residents.
Friendly and responsive staff. Reviews consistently mention the friendly and helpful nature of staff members at multiple communities. At Smoky Springs by Barclay House, staff members are praised for their approachability and willingness to accommodate residents' needs, creating a warm and welcoming environment.
Thoughtfully designed living spaces. Residents express appreciation for the comfortable and functional living spaces provided at communities. At Ashwood Meadows, the apartment sizes are considered just right, and the design of common areas fosters a strong sense of community among residents.
Consistent communication between staff and families. Families value the ongoing communication between staff and their loved ones at various communities. At Brookdale Chambrel Roswell, resident ambassadors help facilitate this dialogue and ensure families are informed about their loved ones' well-being and care.
Timely and effective maintenance and repairs. Residents express satisfaction with the maintenance and repair services provided at communities. At Sanford Estates, staff quickly address maintenance requests, ensuring a comfortable and safe living environment for all residents.
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Ellijay independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Ellijay independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Ellijay, 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 Ellijay 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 Ellijay partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Ellijay, GANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
21.8%
21.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
55.6%
35.7%
No sugar
No sugar
51.4%
32%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
48.6%
34.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
22.2%
11.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Ellijay 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 Ellijay communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Ellijay, GANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
46.8%
37.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
59.7%
44.8%
Room service
Room service
50.5%
38.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20.4%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Ellijay 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 Ellijay offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Ellijay, GANational
Activity director
Activity director
62.5%
46.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
44%
29.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
39.4%
34.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
66.7%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
63.4%
50.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
68.5%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
57.9%
44.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
51.4%
39.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
54.2%
43%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
61.6%
48.3%
Live performances
Live performances
60.6%
48.1%
Dances
Dances
43.5%
34.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
31%
40.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
62%
47.6%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Parkside Senior Living at Ellijay, Smoky Springs by Barclay House and Park at Johns Creek 55+ Active Adult Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near Ellijay, Georgia. See full list of communities.
There are 216 independent living facilities near Ellijay, Georgia. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Ellijay, Georgia are The Fountains of Calhoun, Ashwood Meadows and Cedarhurst of Oakwood. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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