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The cost of independent living in Handy is about $3,568 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 246 options.

Read 4358 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. You may also consider nearby communities such as Newnan, Peachtree City and Sharpsburg.

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Photo of The Phoenix at Dallas
33 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
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I like the size, independent living. Our own small community of seniors. It has the feel of a happy place. They could improve on activities. Diversity!! Something for everyone!
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.
Photo of The Palms of Lake Spivey
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9.0
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I really like living here. The staff are all very accommodating, the place is clean, the residents are friendly and I have no complaints. I would absolutely recommend them to others who are searching for...
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.
Ideally situated minutes from downtown Atlanta, The Palms at Lake Spivey is Located just off Interstate 75 in Lake Spivey, Georgia. A cozy community located in between Stockbridge and Jonesboro. Enjoy resort style, all inclusive living here at The Palms at Lake Spivey. We will keep you busy with...
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9.0
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We are very pleased with The Carriages everyone there is very nice. We feel that our mom is being taken care of And after a couple weeks of adjusting she is getting even more comfortable there. The only...
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.
Schedule a tour today!Carriage Crossing Jonesboro, GA At Carriage Crossing Mt Zion, we are dedicated to providing compassion and kindness to our residents and fellow employees. Our mission is to enrich the lives of those who live and work with us by responding to their unique needs and universal...
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Photo of Woodland Ridge Assisted Living
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9.0
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My mother has now been at Woodland Ridge for close to two years. We’ve had a few opportunities with her as dementia creeps in and Mom’s memory, reasoning, and kindness skills wax and wane. Mom raves about...
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.
Smyrna's best kept secret . . . is right around the corner! Woodland Ridge Assisted Living & Memory Care, nestled in a charming wooded setting, offers all the comforts of home--and many benefits you wouldn't find at home--for those who need care and assistance with activities of daily living....
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I love Marietta Life Center! Words cannot express my appreciation for the care that my father receives. Thumbs up! I rate the staff and facility a 5. Everything your loved one needs is at Marietta Life...
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.
We are a beautiful Personal Care Home located off the Marietta Square about a mile from Kennestone Hospital. We have recently undergone extensive renovation to our community and added several new amenities that provide our residents with the best, therapeutic environment possible. Our care staff...
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Photo of The Cambridge Assisted Living and Memory Care
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8.9
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Very supportive to my mom's needs. Food is tasty, place is always clean no odor. Staff is friendly and knowledgeable. The activities are excellent and very meaningful. I highly recommend this place.
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 Cambridge offers a vibrant senior living community in the heart of Smyrna and Vinings. Conveniently located off South Cobb Drive between the East-West Connector and I-285, our community provides easy access for families throughout Metro Atlanta. We proudly offer both Assisted Living and...
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Reason: the most wonderful, caring, and compassionate staff there could be. The facility is always clean, does not smell, is constantly presenting activities, and encourages the residents to be active.
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.
Vernon Woods was developed by West Georgia Health and opened in September 2000. We are professionally managed by Grace Management, Inc. We are a non-profit organization and a member of Leading Age Georgia. We are conveniently located near West Georgia Health and physician offices. The...
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Overall good... the management and admin staff was very professional and diligent... a pleasure to work with. The care teams were good and attentive to mom's needs overall. There is always a transition...
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.
This community is proud to be family owned and operated. This is evident in our commitment to our residents, staff and families. We are flexible, able to adapt to what our families desire while maintaining the sense of community that is important to our staff and families. We will not sacrifice...
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Photo of Oaks at Stockbridge
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We love The Oaks at Stockbridge. They have been taking very good care of my sister. The place is very clean. Her room stays pretty clean as well. The food is very good and they have great side options if you...
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.
Add Oaks at Stockbridge, formerly Eagles Landing Senior LivingBuilding CredibilityOur community has been in Stockbridge for over 20 years, formerly known as Eagles Landing Senior Living.Our staff members very long length of service at our community, many having in excess of 5 years up to 17...
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Photo of Somerby of Peachtree City
1313 Photos available
1919 Floor plans available
8.7
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47 reviews
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I would recommend with any facility that loved ones make sure to take good notes on your expectations and confirm them with facility. We thought our dad was on a waiting list for memory care and a year later...
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.
Somerby of Peachtree City is a place where smiles, hugs, and genuine caring for each other is the real hallmark of what we do. Our staff are well trained in their areas of expertise, but beyond that, they are here for all the right reasons. A spirit of friendship and compassion, plus the desire...
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Photo of The Haven at Fayetteville
1313 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
8.7
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71 reviews
8.7
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71 reviews
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Overall, I would give them a five. They were very careful to keep [name removed]protected and taken care of. Whenever we wanted to take her out, they were very helpful and took care of her when she got back.
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.
In a elegant, residential environment, we deliver assisted living like you've never seen before! At Dogwood Forest of Fayetteville, we created our living environment with all the details that have been clinically proven to produce positive outcomes in the health and lives of seniors. Dogwood...
Photo of Medlock Gardens Senior Living
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8.6
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My family member has lived in several facilities and without a doubt Medlock Gardens has the best staff I have ever encountered at a facility. From the director all the way to the kitchen staff, they are...
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.
About Medlock Gardens…Located in the Atlanta suburb of Decatur, Medlock Gardens is the “Bed and Breakfast” of Senior Living. With its quaint and cozy setting, Medlock Gardens features a three level floor plan with apartments on the first two levels, and a terrace level downstairs ideal for...
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Photo of Harmony at Douglasville
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8.6
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All categories are a 5 except for the food. We wish they had more for diabetics. The food itself is pretty good. It's worth checking for yourself. Everyone is different. We are very happy with everything...
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.
Harmony at Douglasville offers assisted living and memory care in a warm, welcoming community.Located in Douglasville, Georgia, we offer comfortable apartments, inviting spaces, and daily experiences, life here is easy and fulfilling.Here, support, connection, and meaningful relationships make...
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Photo of Renaissance on Peachtree
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My father recently moved into Renaissance on Peachtree, and from our first visit, we were given the red carpet treatment—literally. Ms. Mary went above and beyond, even arranging a birthday dinner and happy...
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.
At Renaissance on Peachtree, the characteristics are distinctive and luxurious, while the hospitality is charming and unmistakably Southern. Nestled in the heart of Atlanta's affluent Buckhead community, Renaissance on Peachtree's lifestyle is remarkably upscale and instinctive - providing the...
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Photo of PruittPlace Kennesaw
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Overall experience is good. Staff, cleanliness, and apartment size are great. Food is fair. There is accessibility to on site physician, dentist, optometrist, podiatrist , physical therapy is excellent. I...
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.
Southern hospitality at its finest! Located North West of Atlanta, PruittPlace Kennesaw is close to many amenities. Our residents enjoy an active lifestyle with peace of mind that comes from knowing that assistance is always available should they need it.
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This community has such a joyful atmosphere. One of the dining room staff members even dances while serving meals, which always brings smiles to residents’ faces. The food is excellent — definitely not...
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.
The Regency House It's All About LifestyleSituated in a quiet corner of DeKalb, an Atlanta suburb, you'll love the convenience of living in our charming city with the peace of being a part of our secluded, caring community. With easy access to excellent healthcare, exciting shopping...
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I recently visited Fellowship Hillside in Lagrange Georgia- From the moment I walked in the door, I was greeted with a smile. The atmosphere there is so pleasant and happy feeling. The building is...
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.
Photo of Sweetwater Creek
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22 Floor plans available
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Basically, I chose Sweetwater Creek because it was convenient to the house. However, after having my sister there for several months, I would highly recommend it to anyone. My sister has dementia, they have...
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.
Redefine your independence today.You’ll have the care you need when you need it with our personal care home and memory care all on one campus in Lithia Springs, Georgia.If you’re living a mostly independent lifestyle, but you could use an extra hand with some of your day-to-day activities, we can...
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[name removed] was outstanding! She was very supportive, extremely helpful and genuinely concerned about both my sister-in-law, as well as her critically ill husband. She couldn't have been any kinder to all...
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.
Welcome to Elderville!At Elderville Assisted Living and Memory Care, we believe in living life to the fullest! Our vibrant community is designed to provide a warm, welcoming environment where residents can thrive. We’re all about fun, laughter, and making memories!Our dedicated team of caregivers...
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Administration was awesome at being available and communicating what was happening with my dad. Answering any questions was never an issue. The facility itself, for memory care patients was not stellar -...
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.
Photo of Glenncrest at Buckhead
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Since Sunrise became Glen Crest, I'm not convinced the change has been for the better. During the transition and change in ownership, many of the long-term staff left for various reasons. The menu became...
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.
Inspired Senior Living in Atlanta, GeorgiaWelcome home to Glenncrest at Buckhead, where you can enjoy a higher standard of senior living, complete with bright and inviting studio, one, and two bedroom apartments, restaurant-quality dining services, and a calm location. Offering assisted living...
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5 on everything. They have been wonderful. The food is excellent. The place is clean. Everyone from staff to residents are happy and friendly. It was a great choice for us.
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.
Designed specifically with you in mind, Parc at Piedmont-East Cobb offers exceptional service, care and amenities. Since 2001, Parc at Piedmont has established itself as the premier independent and assisted living choice for seniors in the Marietta, East Cobb and Roswell neighborhoods of Atlanta....
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Photo of Legacy Ridge at Marietta
88 Photos available
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Although there were a couple things my mother complained about, I am pleased. The majority of the staff has been wonderful. The facility is kept up well. The apartment size is perfect. Especially for someone...
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.
Who We AreIf you or your loved one are looking for assisted living or memory care services in Marietta, GA, our community will meet their needs and more. Set against a charming Southern backdrop with greenery, landscaped courtyard and gardening beds, Legacy Ridge at Marietta provides a scenic and...
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They know Mom pretty well now and they treat the residents as if they were a large extended family. They are responsive to calls and helpful if accommodations are needed for mom.
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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Photo of Glenncrest at Decatur
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Great experience very clean Food is great! Good activities Very friendly care is very good Very nice people Very good care for the money I would certainly recommend you place to everyone. I love it there....
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.
Inspired Senior Living in Decatur, GeorgiaWelcome home to Glenncrest at Decatur, where you can enjoy a higher standard of senior living, complete with bright and inviting studio, one, and two bedroom apartments, restaurant-quality dining services, and well-appointed common areas. Offering...
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Cost of independent living in Handy, GA

The average cost of senior living in Handy is $3,568 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Manchester, GA with an average of $3,487 per month.

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

Handy, GA
$3,568/mo
$3,405/mo
U.S. national average
$3,520/mo

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

$5,285/mo
Independent Living
$3,568/mo

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

Semi-Private
$2,909/mo
Studio
$3,210/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,063/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,354/mo

Senior living costs in Handy 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: Handy, GA
Column state: Georgia
Column national: U.S.
Community typeHandy, GAGeorgiaU.S.
Independent Living$3,568/mo$3,405/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living$4,628/mo$4,661/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$5,285/mo$5,259/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Handy, GA:$3,568/mo
Georgia:$3,405/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Handy, GA:$4,628/mo
Georgia:$4,661/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Handy, GA:$5,285/mo
Georgia:$5,259/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
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Independent living costs in Handy, GA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Handy 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 Handy, GA

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Handy 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 average costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Handy, GA$3,337/mo$3,385/mo-1.4%
Georgia$3,229/mo$3,281/mo-1.6%
National$3,416/mo$3,319/mo+2.9%
Handy, GA
2024 average cost:$3,337/mo
2023 average cost:$3,385/mo
Percent change:-1.4%
Georgia
2024 average cost:$3,229/mo
2023 average cost:$3,281/mo
Percent change:-1.6%
National
2024 average cost:$3,416/mo
2023 average cost:$3,319/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in Handy

Recent reviews for independent living in Handy

Decatur Christian Towers

5.0
Everybody was extremely nice and helpful in getting me in touch with the right resources to move my loved one into the place. I thought it was a good facility and I can not think of any improvements that need to be made.

Lillie R Campbell House in Atlanta, GA

4.5
I JUST REALLY LIKE THE PLACE THE FIRST VISIT TO IT THE STAFF WAS VERY HELPFUL AND MADE US FEEL LIKE WE WERE ALREADY AT HOME.

Oaks at Eagles Landing in Stockbridge, GA

5.0
My wife and I moved to this beautiful community and have thrived. The fellowship is amazing! Food is great activities are fun and the staff are very friendly.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and accommodating staff. Several reviews mention the kindness and helpfulness of the staff at various communities. At Silver Comet Village, for example, the concierge is available 24 hours a day and the maintenance staff have been incredibly helpful when issues arise. At Celebration Village Acworth, the housekeeping ...
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Wide range of activities for residents. Reviews consistently praise the variety of activities available at different communities. At The Piedmont at Buckhead, activities include weekly bingo games, monthly tournaments, and regular transportation for doctor and dentist appointments. The Piedmont at Buckhead also offers a weekly Scrab ...
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Well-maintained living spaces and grounds. Many residents express satisfaction with the cleanliness and upkeep of the communities they live in. At The Palms of Lake Spivey, for instance, the facilities are described as having a 'luxury hotel' feel, with a beautiful decor throughout the entire building. At Winnwood, A Charter Senior Li ...
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Frequent communication between staff and families. Reviews often highlight clear and effective communication between communities and the families of their residents. At Village Park Fayetteville, for instance, staff members are praised for their responsiveness and willingness to answer questions. At Presbyterian Village of Cobb, the staff ar ...
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Delicious meals and dining experiences. Throughout reviews, quality food is identified as a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their community. At Viridian Towers, for example, meals are described as 'delicious' and 'outstanding', while at Regency House by Barclay House, the fact that residents have the freedom t ...
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Welcoming and inclusive community atmosphere. Several reviews mention the warm and welcoming atmosphere of the communities they've experienced, with residents making new friends and feeling a sense of belonging. At Presbyterian Village of Cobb, for instance, residents are described as having 'respect and kindness for each other' and 'find ...
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Handy independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Handy independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Handy, 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 Handy 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 Handy partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Handy, GANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
18.1%
21.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
40.9%
35.7%
No sugar
No sugar
38.1%
32%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
33%
34.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
18.6%
11.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Handy 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 Handy communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Handy, GANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
33.5%
37.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
43.3%
44.8%
Room service
Room service
40.9%
38.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16.7%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Handy 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 Handy offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Handy, GANational
Activity director
Activity director
45.1%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33%
29.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
32.6%
34.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
55.3%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
48.8%
50%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
55.8%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40.9%
44.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
35.3%
39.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
39.5%
43%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
47.4%
48.3%
Live performances
Live performances
47.9%
48%
Dances
Dances
34%
34.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
24.2%
40.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
44.7%
47.6%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Monarch House Assisted Living, Benton House of Newnan and Brookdale Newnan are the top-rated independent living facilities near Handy, Georgia. See full list of communities.
There are 246 independent living facilities near Handy, Georgia. See the full list.
The best independent living facility near you in Handy, Georgia is Silver Comet Village. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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