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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Handy, GA
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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.
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.
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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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Betmar Village is located in Atlanta, GA. Our handicap accessible community offers one-bedroom floor plans with controlled access, emergency pull cords in each unit, handicap accessible units, and on-site laundry. Call to schedule a tour today!
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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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We chose Lakewood Specialty Care of Valley because it was two miles from her grandson. This is a smaller facility and it provides assisted living and memory care in different buildings. The room sizes here...
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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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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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After growing pains in the beginning, the new management company and new Executive Director have really turned this place into a first class home for our Dad. I am so pleased and would recommend them to...
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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.
Oasis at Scholars Landing Oasis at Scholars Landing is a senior residence provides seniors with a safe place to call home in the great city of Atlanta, GA. The individuals who choose this community as their own will find that its location allows for much entertainment, as Atlanta has a lot to...
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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.
Columbia Heritage Senior Residence is a beautiful Senior Living community nestled in the heart of Atlanta. It is convenient to Midtown, Atlantic Station, Downtown and the Art Center. Imagine living at one of Columbia Residential most luxurious communities...the most sought after features and...
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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.
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.
Our high rise community features ten floors of modern and newly renovated one and two bedroom apartments for senior citizens. We offer such amenities as a new fitness center, computer lab, fully equipped arts and craft center and a cozy library. We are on the Marta line too! These are just a few...
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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.
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.
Veranda at Auburn Point The Veranda at Auburn Point is senior living community located in the bustling city of Atlanta, Georgia in Fulton County. This popular city is home to many world renown restaurants, and is a known arts and cultural hub. This city is rich in history and extremely diverse....
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These are wonderful senior apartments. Everything is going very well, I really like it here. A place for mom did a amazing job with helping me. They do a very good job with keeping the apartment grounds very...
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.
You have taken care of people all of your life now let Edinborough take care of you. Providing apartment homes to people 55 and older, Edinborough offers a quiet refuge from the hustle and bustle of busy Atlanta. We have an activities director who plans weekly activities such as bingo, arts and...
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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.
Peachstone Independent Senior Living is a senior housing located among the peach trees of Marietta, Georgia in Cobb County. Our community is near downtown Marietta, which makes our location ideal for visiting family members and friends. We are tucked away among the rolling hills and shade trees...
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The place at The Woods is a very beautiful and clean facility. One area I can think of where they might could improve a little is that I do think they could use a little more instruction in memory care. ...
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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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.
Lutheran Towers is an independent living community that is located in the city of Atlanta, GA. As part of Fulton County, those who visit Atlanta will find that the city has much to offer, and those that choose this city as their home will love all of the entertainment options found there. Atlanta...
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First Impression is very important however I have my Mom here and the Facility in November was going thru major renovation. If you entered through the appropriate entrances you would have seen the signs....
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.
Spring House Senior Living is an affordable senior community located in the beautiful downtown area of Smyrna, one of the most desirable communities in the Atlanta metropolitan area. AFFORDABLE & CAREFREE SENIOR LIVING Here are some of the many reasons why you will want to...
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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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Where Friendly Neighbors Make Great Friends Imagine...an exciting and invigorating lifestyle and a beautifully appointed apartment home - all nestled in historic Marietta. Surrounded by the natural beauty of Walton Village Apartment Homes, The Legacy at Walton Village offers a lifestyle that's...
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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.
At Canopy at Westridge, we empathize with the journey of dementia and Alzheimer’s. Remember, you’re not alone – we’re here to walk alongside you and your loved one every step of the way. Our compassionate caregivers are dedicated to providing unwavering support, ensuring residents engage in...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
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.
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As a current resident and one of the first to move here I would like to response to the review of July 2005. In regard to the parking situation it had become a nightmare for many elderly residents coming...
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, 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.
Cost of independent living in Handy, GA
The average cost of senior living in Handy is $3,213 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Tyrone, GA with an average of $2,765 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Handy, GA vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Handy, GA vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about independent living in Handy
Recent reviews for independent living in Handy
The Palms of Lake Spivey
4.0
What we like the most about The Palms of Lake Spivey is the staff. The staff is good. The grounds are well kept. The activities are fun for the residents. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would recommend this community to other families.
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.
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Friendly and accommodating staff. Several reviews mention the kindness and helpfulness of the staff at various communities. At Silver Comet Senior 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 house ...
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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 Retirement Community ...
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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 Heartis Fayetteville, for instance, staff members are praised for their responsiveness and willingness to answer questions. At Presbyterian Village of Austell, the staff are ...
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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 Wesley Woods Towers, for example, meals are described as 'delicious' and 'outstanding', while at Regency House by Barclay House, the fact that residents have the freed ...
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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 Austell, for instance, residents are described as having 'respect and kindness for each other' and 'f ...
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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.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
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Low / no sodium
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33.7%
No sugar
No sugar
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30.4%
Vegetarian
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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
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35.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
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Room service
Room service
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Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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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
45.2%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
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28%
Community service programs
Community service programs
32.2%
32.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
53.8%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
49.5%
48.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
56.3%
53.8%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
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42.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
34.1%
37.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
38.9%
41%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
46.2%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
46.2%
46.4%
Dances
Dances
31.7%
32.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
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Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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Legacy Ridge at Peachtree, Presbyterian Village of Austell and Carriage Crossing Marietta are the top-rated independent living facilities near Handy, Georgia. See full list of communities.
There are 234 independent living facilities near Handy, Georgia. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Handy, Georgia are Legacy Ridge at Peachtree, Mountainside of Warm Springs and Oaks at Stockbridge. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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