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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Ernest, GA
The cost of independent living in Ernest is about $2,783 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 23 options. Read 52 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 Mayday, Fruitland and Cypress Creek.
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Not sure if they do outside activities like trips to a lake/park like the last facility we were a party of. Yes, I would recommend this community to other families based on the experience we have had so far.
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.
The Canopy at Harper Lake is a beautiful community that embodies excellence in every manner. You will feel right at home in one of our spacious apartments with several different floor plans to choose from to fit your needs. From the activities that our residents participate in, like bingo, nail...
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9.2
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26 reviews
The experience would be positive, they were good to my dad and to others. We picked this community because of the value and the people were caring and professional.
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 Azalea Grove 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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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.
WillowBrook is a privately-owned and operated assisted living community located in Lake City, Florida. WillowBrook provides the highest quality of care for our residents while upholding their independence and integrity. Our trained, compassionate, and dedicated staff create a safe, healthy, and...
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The workers at the community like our loved one and talk to him, he is told them about living in [name removed]. It is a super clean community, smart toilets that fall camera in our loved ones room.
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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A Great find! A home for any situation. Efficiency to single family type homes. Even manufactured home park. Motel and rv park for visitors. Has it's own shopping center and medical center as well as a...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes, Senior Apartments
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The first thing you’ll notice when you visit Advent Christian Village in north Florida is that it’s not your typical retirement community. It’s a rare place — one that embraces community, celebrates living life to the fullest, and dedicates itself to serving others. Whether your lifestyle is...
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When it comes to the meals and dining service the residents complain of having same meals over and over - family hasn't seen a menu posted. Other than church, we are not aware of activities other than once...
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: 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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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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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.
Surrounded by palm trees and blanketed in luscious green grass, Tebeau House in Waycross Georgia is senior living at its finest. Less than twenty seniors live together in a community of sharing; they live in spacious surroundings with wheelchair accessible showers and full tubs in every bathroom....
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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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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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Very nice facility. Excellent staff. Rooms are well maintained Assisted living rooms are private rooms with full bathrooms. Highly recommended. My mother was resistant to the idea at first, as many people...
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.
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: 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: 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: 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.
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 Ernest, GA
The average cost of senior living in Ernest is $2,783 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Valdosta, GA with an average of $2,677 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Ernest, GA vs. nearby cities
Ernest, GA
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Ernest, GA vs. the state and national average
Ernest, GA
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Ernest vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Ernest, GA by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in Ernest
Recent reviews for independent living in Ernest
Dayspring Senior Living in Hilliard, FL
4.8
Our experience with Dayspring Senior Living was very good, however it was short-lived as our loved one was only there for a couple of weeks.
The Orchard at Stone Creek in Hahira, GA
4.6
We chose The Orchard at Stone Creek because the facilities are modern, beautiful, and very clean.
The more experienced staff is outstanding. However, some new assistants are struggling to meet expectations on the weekends.
I would recommend this facility to other families who are ...
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Canopy at Azalea Grove in Valdosta, GA
4.4
We chose Canopy at Azalea Grove because of the interaction we saw between the staff and the residents.
They are so professional and answer absolutely any question you might have in a timely manner.
Highly recommend.
Ernest independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Ernest independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Ernest, 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 Ernest 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 Ernest partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Ernest, GANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
8.7%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
8.7%
33.6%
No sugar
No sugar
13%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
8.7%
32.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Ernest 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 Ernest communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Ernest, GANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
8.7%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
13%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
8.7%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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17%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Ernest 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 Ernest offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Ernest, GANational
Activity director
Activity director
17.4%
44.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
8.7%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
8.7%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
26.1%
47.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
17.4%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
21.7%
53.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
8.7%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
13%
37.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
13%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
13%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
17.4%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
8.7%
32%
Fitness center
Fitness center
13%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
13%
45.8%
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The Canopy at Harper Lake, Canopy at Azalea Grove and The Orchard at Stone Creek are the top-rated independent living facilities near Ernest, Georgia. See full list of communities.
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