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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Ellijay, GA
The cost of independent living in Ellijay is about $3,996 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 240 options. Read 4749 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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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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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, Memory Care, 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.
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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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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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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The owners of Stonehenge Senior Living, [names removed], care deeply about seniors and their quality of life. The facility is clean. Each staff member cares about each resident. They are diligent with...
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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: 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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They are very good to me here. The aides treat me good and are very nice to me. The rooms are huge, and I have a private room with a nice size bathroom and shower.
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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.
Lazy-R Personal Care Lazy-R Personal Care is a well-established senior living community located in the quaint town of Blairsville, Georgia. This small town has loads of charm and is a warm and welcoming town. Lazy-R is easily accessed just off of Highway 15. Nearby is the southern cuisine Fatz...
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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
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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.
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...
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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My Mother (who turns 103 on April 19, 2019) has been living at Regency Manor for the past 10 months. Mother had been living with me for the past 7 years and her care had become too much for me to handle...
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.
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: 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
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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: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
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 ratings are based on the pandemic. The doors are locked as is the office. You have to make an appointment to see the staff. The only staff member is a maintenance man that we are able to talk to. The...
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.
Secure independence and relaxation for your relative in beautiful North Cleveland Towers when you need a superior senior housing in Bradley County of Cleveland, Tennessee. Picturesquely located between the ridges and rolling hills of Tennessee, on a clear morning you may be able to catch a...
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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.
The Fite Living Centre offers a unique assisted living experience for you or your loved one. Tucked away in a lovely historical section of Cartersville, GA, the original structure of the home dates back to 1890. Through careful renovation, additions, and modernization, the home still exudes...
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.
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
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, 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.
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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[Name removed] and her husband [name removed] are the most beautiful people inside and out and their staff at Amelia Gardens ([name removed] being an Angel among other Angels at Amelia Gardens) have Hearts...
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.
Cost of independent living in Ellijay, GA
The average cost of senior living in Ellijay is $3,996 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Tunnel Hill, GA with an average of $3,028 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Ellijay, GA vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Ellijay, GA vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Ellijay vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Ellijay, GA by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in Ellijay
Recent reviews for independent living in Ellijay
Sunrise of East Cobb in Marietta, GA
4.0
Transition from hospital with staff and hospice at Sunrise was not what was expected. Lack of staff for weekend and holiday. When emergency button pushed sometimes no response or over 30 minute response. Medications not administered as needed. Needs of patient could not be met in a timely ...
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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.
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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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%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
54%
33.6%
No sugar
No sugar
51.2%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
46%
32.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
16.1%
8.5%
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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
46.4%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
59.2%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
47.9%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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17%
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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
62.1%
44.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
44.1%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
39.3%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
66.8%
47.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
64%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
70.1%
53.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
57.8%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
50.2%
37.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
52.6%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
61.1%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
59.7%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
41.7%
32%
Fitness center
Fitness center
29.9%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
62.1%
45.8%
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Park at Johns Creek, Oaks at Hampton and Canterfield of Kennesaw are the top-rated independent living facilities near Ellijay, Georgia. See full list of communities.
There are 240 independent living facilities near Ellijay, Georgia. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Ellijay, Georgia are Oaks at Hampton, Canterfield of Kennesaw and Inspired Living at Alpharetta. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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