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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Five Forks, GA
The cost of independent living in Five Forks is about $5,741 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 43 options. Read 955 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 Atlanta, Cumming and Decatur.
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I'm impressed with the new management team especially their handling of issues with professionalism and follow-through with resolve concerning tenants. On a scale of 1-10 I would rate their performance thus...
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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.
Sweetwater Terraces is a brand-new Senior Community in Gwinnett. We offer a luxurious and carefree lifestyle at very affordable rates. You will enjoy 22,000 square feet of community space with an extensive amenities package that surpasses all others. Come and be part of a community...
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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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.
Gwinnett Christian Terrace is a six-story, HUD-subsidized apartment community for seniors, nestled in a quiet wooded setting behind the Kroger shopping center near Lawrenceville Highway in Lilburn, Georgia.GCT is a not-for-profit organization, whose community houses 125 one-bedroom...
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My father lived at Best Care for almost eight years beginning in August of 2009 after we had tried two other larger assisted living homes in Cumming. [Name removed] took him in and kept him until he died in...
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.
Bestcare Senior Living is a senior care community located in Lawrenceville, Georgia, Gwinnett County, especially designed for nurturing those with Alzheimer's and related forms of dementia. Our community is small, homey and clean, providing our residents with a quiet, gentle structure. A suburb...
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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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
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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.
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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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.
Cobblestone is Atlanta's only resort-style assisted living option offering elegant living with an abundance of amenities. Located within Park Springs, an award winning, 54-acre Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) at the foot of Stone Mountain, Cobblestone offers assisted...
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.
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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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.
Brand new 55+ apartment home community coming soon to Duluth, GA. Connect with us to schedule your personalized appointment and learn about our special pre-opening rates. We are accepting applications to secure your new home before opening in Fall 2021!
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: 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.
Cost of independent living in Five Forks, GA
The average cost of senior living in Five Forks is $5,741 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Chamblee, GA with an average of $5,068 per month.
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What families are saying about independent living in Five Forks
Recent reviews for independent living in Five Forks
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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TerraBella Sugarloaf in Suwanee, GA
4.9
The staff is very friendly and helpful, and you have activities, except for Saturday and Sunday. They have transportation within a ten mile radius and no charge. They also do outings, such as trips to grocery stores and restaurants. The move in was easy. The meals are good, but should be more ...
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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.
Five Forks independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Five Forks independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Five Forks, 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 Five Forks 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 Five Forks 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
17.1%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
39%
33.6%
No sugar
No sugar
39%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
31.7%
32.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
19.5%
8.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Five Forks 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 Five Forks communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
36.6%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
43.9%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
39%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
19.5%
17%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Five Forks 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 Five Forks offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
51.2%
44.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
39%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
41.5%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
61%
47.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
56.1%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
58.5%
53.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
41.5%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
36.6%
37.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
51.2%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
53.7%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
56.1%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
36.6%
32%
Fitness center
Fitness center
26.8%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
53.7%
45.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Park at Johns Creek, The Georgian Lakeside by Cogir and Sunrise of Five Forks are the top-rated independent living facilities near Five Forks, Georgia. See full list of communities.
There are 43 independent living facilities near Five Forks, Georgia. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Five Forks, Georgia are Sunrise of Five Forks, Inspired Living at Alpharetta and Sunrise of Huntcliff II. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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