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The cost of independent living in Hix is about $6,653 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 212 options. Read 3910 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
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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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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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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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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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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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We chose Beehive Homes because they are so close and they were willing to work with my loved one's need for a catheter. Beehive Homes is a great place. The staff are very, very nice; they care for the...
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: 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.
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.
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.
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.
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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.
The Senior Care America FB is a senior living community located in Flowery Branch, Georgia. The area has the perfect small town appeal with the glorious view of Lake Lanier. Flowery Branch is a perfect place to live; the inviting atmosphere will welcome family and friends for a visit. The Senior...
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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.
We call it a Quality Retirement Lifestyle; You'll call it home with a happy smile. Our motto is kindness and we understand, compliment each day to do all we can. Our dining area open, meals sprinkled with sunshine, our environment smoke-free to enjoy as we dine. Pleasing conversation in a warm...
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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.
Here you’ll have an independent worry-free lifestyle.Whether you’re looking for independent living, personal care home or memory care, our senior living community in Buford, Georgia, has care options to meet your changing needs. You’ll have the lifestyle you want, plus care if you need it. Plus,...
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This is a really big facility and I think that they could probably use more staff to make sure that things are being done properly. I am not very pleased with the whole thing. I guess they do the best 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.
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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: 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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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: 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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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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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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They did an excellent job at Tanglewood Community! It is a very nice place, and they take great care of the residents here. I like that they do not segregate the memory care patients, and allow everyone to...
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.
Tanglewood provides Assisted Living, Respite, and Adult Day Care services. The atmosphere at Tanglewood is rich in daily activities, with restaurant-style dining, lavishly decorated interiors with large common areas and smaller quant and intimate setting nooks. Our residents are viewed as guest...

Cost of independent living in Hix, GA

The average cost of senior living in Hix is $6,653 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Colbert, GA with an average of $3,858 per month.

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

Hix, GA
$6,653/mo
$4,006/mo
$6,356/mo

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

Hix, GA
$6,653/mo
$4,383/mo
U.S. national average
$4,173/mo

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

$4,500/mo
Independent Living
$6,653/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,053/mo
Studio
$4,643/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,864/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,319/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,742/mo

Senior living costs in Hix 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: Hix, GA
Column state: Georgia
Column national: U.S.
Community typeHix, GAGeorgiaU.S.
Independent Living$6,653/mo$4,383/mo$4,173/mo
Assisted Living$3,889/mo$3,767/mo$4,716/mo
Memory Care$4,500/mo$4,312/mo$4,970/mo
Independent Living
Hix, GA:$6,653/mo
Georgia:$4,383/mo
U.S.:$4,173/mo
Assisted Living
Hix, GA:$3,889/mo
Georgia:$3,767/mo
U.S.:$4,716/mo
Memory Care
Hix, GA:$4,500/mo
Georgia:$4,312/mo
U.S.:$4,970/mo
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Independent living costs in Hix, GA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Hix 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.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Hix, GA$3,173/mo$3,366/mo-5.7%
Georgia$3,113/mo$3,153/mo-1.3%
National$3,257/mo$3,166/mo+2.9%
Hix, GA
2024 average cost:$3,173/mo
2023 average cost:$3,366/mo
Percent change:-5.7%
Georgia
2024 average cost:$3,113/mo
2023 average cost:$3,153/mo
Percent change:-1.3%
National
2024 average cost:$3,257/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in Hix

Recent reviews for independent living in Hix

King's Reserve Suwanee

4.9
The staff is very friendly and helpful, and you have activities, except for Saturday and Sunday. They have transportation within a ten mile radius and no charge. They also do outings, such as trips to grocery stores and restaurants. The move in was easy. The meals are good, but should be more ...
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Cumming Senior Living

5.0
We moved our dad here in January of this year. I have been so happy with the quality of care and cleanliness. All of the other families of the residents that I’ve met are all so kind. The food is excellent as well! I highly recommend Cumming Nursing Center for your loved one.

Annabelle on Main in Duluth, GA

4.8
It has been wonderful. I don't go to many activities, but the ones I have been to are great and they have a lot provided. I have a one bedroom apartment and it is a little small, but the others I have seen are awesome size. I definitely recommend Annabelle on Main to others.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Warm and welcoming community atmosphere. Multiple reviews mention the friendly and welcoming nature of the communities, with staff and residents alike making new residents feel at home. For instance, at Delmar Gardens of Gwinnett, the staff went above and beyond to help residents and their families during the transition process. At ...
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Helpful and accommodating staff members. Several reviews express gratitude for the caring and attentive nature of the staff at their community. At Ashwood Meadows, the executive director and sales director were particularly praised for their dedication and support. Staff members at Linwood Estates Gracious Retirement Living were no ...
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Variety of activities for all interests. Communities offer a wide range of activities tailored to residents' interests, ensuring there's something for everyone. At Laurel Grove by Barclay House, the activities program was a major highlight, with residents participating in everything from bingo and board games to exercise classes and ...
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Delicious and accommodating meals and dining experiences. Residents frequently comment on the quality of the food and the flexibility of the dining options at their communities. For example, at Linwood Estates Gracious Retirement Living, the chef accommodated specific dietary requirements and prepared meals that met residents' preferences. At The Re ...
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Properly maintained facilities and grounds. Reviews consistently praise the cleanliness and upkeep of the communities, including both the interior spaces and outdoor areas. At The Glen Villas, the luxury of the villas, fireplace, garage, gazebo, and grounds were major factors in residents' satisfaction. At Ashton Manor at Sugarloaf, t ...
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Supportive and inclusive community culture. Several reviews mention the strong sense of community and support among residents. For instance, at Ashwood Meadows, a resident made new friends and even found love among the other residents. At The Legacy of Anderson, the staff went above and beyond to help residents connect and form friend ...
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Hix independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Hix independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Hix, 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 Hix 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 Hix partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Hix, GANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
21.2%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
47.8%
34.5%
No sugar
No sugar
45.1%
31%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
44.6%
33.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
19.6%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Hix 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 Hix communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Hix, GANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
37.5%
36.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
50%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
44.6%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Hix 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 Hix offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Hix, GANational
Activity director
Activity director
56%
45.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
41.3%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
38.6%
33.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
64.1%
47.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
60.9%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
62.5%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
53.3%
43%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
44%
38.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
47.8%
41.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
58.7%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
58.2%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
38.6%
33.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
26.1%
39.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
58.7%
46.5%
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Cottages of Monroe, Park at Johns Creek 55+ Active Adult Living and North Pointe are the top-rated independent living facilities near Hix, Georgia. See full list of communities.
There are 212 independent living facilities near Hix, Georgia. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Hix, Georgia are North Pointe, The Joy Senior Living of Loganville and Smoky Springs by Barclay House. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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