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The cost of independent living in Goss is about $3,914 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 110 options. Read 1455 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: 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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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, 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.
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The Oaks is a good community that offers a good amount of services. The community is very clean and the staff is really friendly. The landscaping is about average. This community is close to her home town so...
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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Habersham Retreat has so many wonderful activities for my mother to get to interact in. She likes to participate in bingo, their Sunday church mass, and go to the store through the week. I really like that...
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.
Habersham Retreat is a senior community in Baldwin, GA. Baldwin is located approximately one hour northeast of Atlanta right on the border of the vast and beautiful Chattahoochee National Forest. Baldwin is centrally located to three major hospitals and a small airport makes it convenient to...
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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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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, 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.
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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.
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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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I haven't had a chance to see the community myself, but from what I've heard from my loved one things seem to be going well. He seems very content here, he is pleased with his room and the community in...
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.
Magnolia Estates of Winder, was constructed and opened in 1990. This facility is the second of the three facilities and is fashioned with a more somewhat contemporary styling. Magnolia Estates of Winder's long, spacious hallways and elegantly furnished interiors make Magnolia Estates of Winder...
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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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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.
Oak Pointe Memory Center is the newest memory care community in beautiful Winder, GA. With only 14 residential suites at Oak Pointe Memory Center you are part of a family, not just a number. Our small staff-to-resident ratio creates a close-knit family experience and personalized service.
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Basic low cost Independent living. Lower than any other in the area. Improved varieties of food and more activities would make it a very good place to stay.
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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.
Four Seasons Independent Living CenterFour Seasons Independent Living Center is an independent living community which lies quietly in a discreet street in Winder, GA. This picturesque living community is located in the quiet area of the Barrow Country and holds a rustic charm. Winder is a...
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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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My dad has been here only for a few months but he is thriving in this environment. The facilities, the staff, the food are just a few of the outstanding qualities. We are very happy with his new home!
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.

Cost of independent living in Goss, GA

The average cost of senior living in Goss is $3,914 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Tignall, GA with an average of $2,566 per month.

Independent living costs in Goss, GA, vs. nearby cities

Goss, GA
$3,914/mo
$3,948/mo
$3,878/mo

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

Goss, GA
$3,914/mo
$4,363/mo
U.S. national average
$4,161/mo

Independent living costs in Goss, GA, vs. other senior living options

$4,174/mo
Independent Living
$3,914/mo

Independent living costs in Goss, GA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,664/mo
Studio
$4,332/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,523/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,387/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,323/mo

Senior living costs in Goss 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: Goss, GA
Column state: Georgia
Column national: U.S.
Community typeGoss, GAGeorgiaU.S.
Independent Living$3,914/mo$4,363/mo$4,161/mo
Assisted Living$3,936/mo$3,748/mo$4,705/mo
Memory Care$4,174/mo$4,286/mo$4,955/mo
Independent Living
Goss, GA:$3,914/mo
Georgia:$4,363/mo
U.S.:$4,161/mo
Assisted Living
Goss, GA:$3,936/mo
Georgia:$3,748/mo
U.S.:$4,705/mo
Memory Care
Goss, GA:$4,174/mo
Georgia:$4,286/mo
U.S.:$4,955/mo
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Independent living costs in Goss, GA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Goss and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Independent living cost trends in Goss, GA

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Goss have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
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Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Goss, GA$2,731/mo$2,958/mo-7.7%
Georgia$3,153/mo$3,045/mo+3.5%
National$3,166/mo$3,029/mo+4.5%
Goss, GA
2024 average cost:$2,731/mo
2023 average cost:$2,958/mo
Percent change:-7.7%
Georgia
2024 average cost:$3,153/mo
2023 average cost:$3,045/mo
Percent change:+3.5%
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2024 average cost:$3,166/mo
2023 average cost:$3,029/mo
Percent change:+4.5%
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What families are saying about independent living in Goss

Recent reviews for independent living in Goss

BeeHive Homes of Toccoa

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My dad was only at this house house for a short time but while he was there he had received excellent care from the caregivers and other staff. They made sure the residence was always clean and that they had hot tasty throughout the deals. I overall have no complaints and would recommend this ...
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Brookside Commerce

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The Director went out of her way to help get my dad in quickly. He is in the cottage and it is huge. I can't believe what all he has for the price. I'm really pleased with the whole experience so far.

Avery Village in Winterville, GA

5.0
Our family was very pleased with Avery Village. It was an agonizing decision for us to place our mother in a memory care facility. Our first meeting with the director put us at ease. She came in and made us feel that we were making the right decision. Once mother got to the home, she became ...
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Goss independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Goss independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Goss, 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 Goss 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 Goss partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Goss, GANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
23.1%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
35.2%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
33%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
36.3%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
12.1%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Goss 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 Goss communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Goss, GANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
23.1%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
35.2%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
29.7%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Goss 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 Goss offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Goss, GANational
Activity director
Activity director
40.7%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
28.6%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
23.1%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
51.6%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
45.1%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
46.2%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40.7%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
28.6%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
35.2%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
41.8%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
44%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
24.2%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
13.2%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
40.7%
46.4%
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The best independent living facilities near you in Goss, Georgia are Ashley Square, Emerald Gardens and North Pointe. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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