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The cost of independent living in Fort Oglethorpe is about $3,180 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 30 options. Read 415 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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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.
Photo of Hickory Valley Retirement Ctr
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.
Photo of Boyton Overlook Apartments
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.
Photo of St Barnabas Apartments
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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Overall it's very good. The cost is fine. I think the aides and the medical people could have a lot of improvement. I think they have some really good people, and then they have some who are not as good. ...
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.
Martin Boyd Christian Home was founded in 1984 by the local Churches of Christ. The original facility opened with 9 residents and 10 employees and has grown to house over 100 residents with a staff of over 50. The facility has grown to include 3 levels of care ranging from assisted care to...
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Cost of independent living in Fort Oglethorpe, GA

The average cost of senior living in Fort Oglethorpe is $3,180 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include LaFayette, GA with an average of $2,914 per month.

Independent living costs in Fort Oglethorpe, GA, vs. nearby cities

Fort Oglethorpe, GA
$3,180/mo
$3,180/mo

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

Fort Oglethorpe, GA
$3,180/mo
$4,359/mo
U.S. national average
$4,203/mo

Independent living costs in Fort Oglethorpe, GA, vs. other senior living options

$3,772/mo
Independent Living
$3,180/mo

Independent living costs in Fort Oglethorpe, GA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$2,980/mo
Studio
$4,381/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,776/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,217/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,200/mo

Senior living costs in Fort Oglethorpe 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: Fort Oglethorpe, GA
Column state: Georgia
Column national: U.S.
Community typeFort Oglethorpe, GAGeorgiaU.S.
Independent Living$3,180/mo$4,359/mo$4,203/mo
Assisted Living$3,711/mo$3,744/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$3,772/mo$4,281/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living
Fort Oglethorpe, GA:$3,180/mo
Georgia:$4,359/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
Assisted Living
Fort Oglethorpe, GA:$3,711/mo
Georgia:$3,744/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
Fort Oglethorpe, GA:$3,772/mo
Georgia:$4,281/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in Fort Oglethorpe

Recent reviews for independent living in Fort Oglethorpe

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.

Ascension Living Alexian Village - Tennessee (Assisted Living) in Signal Mountain, TN

5.0
I was extremely pleased with Ascension. The establishment, as well as the patients, were always very clean. I never detected any smells or odors -- and I have a keen sense of smell! They were communicative, helpful, and caring from my first visit until my Mom's death. My mom suffered from ...
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Oaks at Dalton

5.0
The staff are caring and kind. The meals are good. They keep you well informed. Moving in was easy. I would highly recommend The Oaks at Dalton to others.

Fort Oglethorpe independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Fort Oglethorpe independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Fort Oglethorpe, 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 Fort Oglethorpe 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 Fort Oglethorpe partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Fort Oglethorpe, GANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
20%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33.3%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
26.7%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
30%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
6.7%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Fort Oglethorpe 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 Fort Oglethorpe communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Fort Oglethorpe, GANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
26.7%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
43.3%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
20%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
13.3%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Fort Oglethorpe 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 Fort Oglethorpe offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Fort Oglethorpe, GANational
Activity director
Activity director
36.7%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
26.7%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
23.3%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
43.3%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
56.7%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
23.3%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
33.3%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
43.3%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
40%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
23.3%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
26.7%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
43.3%
46.4%
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The Canopy at Boynton Ridge, Creekside at Shallowford and American House Shallowford are the top-rated independent living facilities near Fort Oglethorpe, Georgia. See full list of communities.
There are 30 independent living facilities near Fort Oglethorpe, Georgia. See the full list.
The best independent living facility near you in Fort Oglethorpe, Georgia is StoryPoint Chattanooga. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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