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The cost of independent living in Gary is about $3,228 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 9 options. Read 6 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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My father is very pleased with this facility and he absolutely loves the food and the dining room experience. The Dietary Manager really takes care of the Residents. She really listens to their opinions 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.
The Oaks- Bethany is a Memory Care senior living community located in small town Vidalia, Georgia in Toombs County. This small city is best known for the sweet Vidalia Onion which was a discovery of one of the farmers in town. Every year they host an onion festival in this tranquil little town in...
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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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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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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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We moved our Mother to Cedar Plantation from another facility. The moment we walked into the facility we knew we had made the right decision. Light, Bright, Large Rooms, Friendly, Attentive and Caring staff....
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.
If you are in the Metter, Georgia area, Cedar Plantation is a wonderful assisted living community designed for individuals who want to live independently but find it unsafe to be on their own. We have a full dining hall available to every one of our residents so that you can enjoy cooked meals at...
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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.
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Cost of independent living in Gary, GA

The average cost of senior living in Gary is $3,228 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Pulaski, GA with an average of $2,655 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Gary, GA vs. nearby cities

Gary, GA
$3,228/mo
$3,228/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Gary, GA vs. the state and national average

Gary, GA
$3,228/mo
$4,194/mo
U.S. national average
$4,146/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Gary vs. other types of senior living

$3,228/mo
Independent Living
$3,228/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Gary, GA by room type

Studio
$4,898/mo

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What families are saying about independent living in Gary

Recent reviews for independent living in Gary

Cedar Plantation in Metter, GA

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My mom has resided at Cedar Plantation for over 1 month. So far I have been very pleased with the level of care and her response to the staff and ambiance.

Gary independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Gary independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Gary, 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 Gary 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 Gary partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Gary, GANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
16.7%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
16.7%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
16.7%
30.2%
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Availability of select dining options in Gary 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 Gary communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Gary, GANational
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
16.7%
42.5%
Room service
Room service
16.7%
36%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16.7%
16.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Gary 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 Gary offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Gary, GANational
Activity director
Activity director
16.7%
44.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
16.7%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
16.7%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
16.7%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
16.7%
53.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
16.7%
42%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
16.7%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
16.7%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
16.7%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
16.7%
46.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
16.7%
45.7%
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The Oaks - Bethany, Swainsboro Presbyterian Apts and Retirement Inn are the top-rated independent living facilities near Gary, Georgia. See full list of communities.

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