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The cost of independent living in Leaf is about $3,402 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 173 options.

Read 3516 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 Gainesville, Dahlonega and Clarkesville.

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Photo of Hearthwood at Athens
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Best: lots of windows: natural light + sky, clouds,trees,seasons, weather. Excellent choice of colors, cheerful and bright. Huge photos of local sights on the walls. Great room opens on a pretty garden with...
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.
To most people it means seniors occupying their time in a nice building and cared for by professionals. Now imagine seniors living CONNECTED, ACTIVE, and PURPOSEFUL lives. Imagine them using tablets and social media to connect with family and friends, or enjoying a variety of experiences led by...
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The facility is beautiful and luxurious, by far the nicest of any we saw. There have been some bumps in getting the new phase launched that are gradually working themselves out. Despite those annoyances,...
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.
Village Park Milton is a former equestrian property, with pieces and parts of the new community re- purposed from the former. The goal of the community is the whole person. This is achieved through chef-led dining, health and wellness and an active social life. Come join us!
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Everleigh Duluth is a user friendly facility. To get more information about the facility and what all they offer, you can go to their website.
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.
Brand new 55+ apartment home community coming soon to Duluth, GA. Connect with us to schedule your personalized appointment and learn about our special pre-opening rates. We are accepting applications to secure your new home before opening in Fall 2021!
Photo of Magnolia Senior Living at Dawsonville
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They truly care about their residents and are willing to sit down and work through any issues you might have. They do a good job of getting them involved with activities as well. The facility is clean and...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Photo of The Haven at Cedar Shoals
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Wonderful and caring staff - always friendly and willing to assist with anything. My mom is cared for and loved. If you are looking for a place then look no farther because they truly are the best at making...
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.
Located on the East side of Athens, across from Cedar Shoals High School, The Oaks at Cedar Shoals is an assisted living community close to St. Mary's Hospital.
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Whispering pines is my favorite senior living place for the past three years. Staff are great here. Love the food. Favorite part of the day is absolutely activities with [name removed]. If you like to be...
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.
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Photo of Parkside Assisted Living and Memory Care at Cumming
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it's a simple community. They do not offer much outside of the facility for the residence to go to or do they're very limited. Also on taking residence to doctor appointments and the billing has been...
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 services, amenities, care wellness and life-enrichment programs truly set us apart. We intentionally create living environments that are clinically proven to produce positive outcomes in seniors. Come experience the Parkside Assisted Living and Memory Care at Cumming.
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Photo of Dahlonega Assisted Living
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Rent has gone up over [amount removed]. Need new washers. But I'm sure everyone has had to go up in price. But I'm still very happy with the facility. They feed them plenty, but I'm not around much when...
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.
About us Dahlonega Assisted Living is always striving to offer the best amenities and services for our residents. Located in Dahlonega, GA, we benefit from and enjoy the breathtaking local surrounding areas. Residents have access to local restaurants, events and other entertainment venues...
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For me the choice of living arrangements for my senior years came down to two factors....geographically and socially. Geographically( NE Georgia ) *Located in the foothills of the Smoky Mountains,...
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.
Seniors living independently in an elegant active community where the environment promotes better health and well being is clinically proven to improve their overall longevity and quality of life.The HOLBROOK encourages a physically fit environment.Studies show that a healthy circulatory system...
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Manor House and the whole team there gets a big thumbs up from me! The confidence that you know that your loved one is being cared for in a loving compassionate manner is worth its weight in gold. My mother...
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.
Our Mission & Values By confirming that all senior living communities we partner with have the best services and management design available, we are able to assure the residents and their families that not only are they receiving the best care available, but also that they are in a place...
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Photo of The Overlook
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We decided on The Overlook because of the cleanliness, friendliness, and it is a smaller facility that is not as crowded as those larger places. The staff try their best to take care of the residents even...
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.
The Overlook is nestled within some of Georgia's most breathtaking scenery, providing residents and their families endless opportunity to enjoy the outdoors. Our mission is to create a new home for our residents that gives them the care, support and love they deserve.
Photo of Viva Senior Living at Gainesville
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This facility is a friendly place for sure, but wasn't the best fit for dad. I can't fault them completely, but they did tell us they could handle his level of care needs and accept him based on his...
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.
Viva Senior Living at Gainesville aims to promote an environment where residents can cultivate memorable moments through our supplemental services and amenities. Residents can enjoy daily social and recreational activities coordinated by our activities staff. We have a salon on site, so residents...
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We are a married couple in our late seventies and live at beautiful Myrtle Terrace in Gainesville,Ga 30501. We enjoy the maintenance free property with elevators, party room,TV room and library. We have...
Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Myrtle Terraces is a new independent living senior community located at 1326 Myrtle Street, SE in Gainesville, GA for individuals age 55 and older.This active senior community will offer 84 generously appointed one and two bedroom apartments homes. Prices will start at $660.00 per month for a one...
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The quality for the price is unbeatable! We’re so glad we found this hidden gem in little Maysville! Definitely worth the drive for us from Mill Creek! The staff knows exactly how to redirect my mother's...
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 Pines of Maysville is located on a spacious 8.7 acre environment in scenic North Georgia. The Pines of Maysville provides a healthy lifestyle with peace of mind knowing your loved one is well taken care of in a comfortable and secure, home-like environment.
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We were fortunate to get Mom in this facility. Some of our family visits daily and at random times, so we get to see the facility for what it is. We find Mom loves it there. The staff is always very...
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.
Traces of Tiger Senior Living Community is nestled in the beautiful mountains of Northeast Georgia. We are a one story 24 apartment community with services ranging from independent living through personal care support services and coming soon a dedicated memory care neighborhood. We offer two...
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The facility is small which provides more of a family atmosphere. My mom was treated well by the staff and several of them came up to me after she passed and said that they loved taking care of her.
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.
"Hamilton Place is a Personal and Alzheimer’s care community that offers an innovative and exciting approach to carefree living during your retirement years. We offer the comforts of home, along with services and amenities that are designed expressly to meet the needs and interests of our...
Photo of North Georgia Assisted Living
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My dad does like it there. We are generally happy with his care there. Yes, we would recommend North Georgia Assisted Living to other families.
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.
Photo of The Villas at Willow Lake
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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.
The Villas at Willow Lake offers independent living for active seniors seeking a vibrant, fulfilling lifestyle. Residents have access to an engaging social calendar, while benefitting from superior amenities and services. We are currently undergoing the application process for a state issued...
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My mom lives here and besides the fact that she isn't completely independent anymore, The Oaks at Gracemont gives her as much independence as she can handle. The apartment is nice, the only real complaint is...
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.
Gracemont Senior Living is a senior community located on the northern border of Georgia in the town of Cumming. Gracemont is located in a lightly populated rural countryside that is dotted with small forests and neighbors Dunroven Lake. The nearby city of Dawsonville offers a wide selection of...
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I love that my mom adores the staff, that they are always so cheerful and loving. I do dislike that there does seem to be a high staff turnover rate. So we end up with staff that we absolutely adore and then...
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.
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My loved one is safe, cared for, and I've not had one moment of concern for her well being while there. The facility is beautiful and well maintained. The activities available are positive and welcoming. She...
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.
Arbor Terrace Hamilton Mill provides the highest quality of geriatric care and assisted living in the Dacula, Georgia area, including innovative memory care designed specifically for those affected by Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias. Every resident receives unique and personalized care...
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With regard to The Mann House, my brother and I have been extremely pleased with our experience having our mother in their care. The high points for us have been the demeanor of the staff, the small size of...
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.
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This facility is well kept and organized .for those who need it help is there 24/7. Room sizes, amenities, activities, and dining options are OK.
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.
Prema at Suwanee Creek is a thoughtfully designed craftsman-style community offering 58 assisted living apartments and 32 memory care suites. Welcoming residents of all backgrounds, races, and traditions, we embrace diversity as a core value and strive to create an environment where everyone...
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Celebration Village has created a beautiful space for my parents to be independent yet still get the support that they need. The independent-living cottages are gorgeous. My parents haven't had a chance to...
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.
Celebration Village is a Masterpiece Senior Living Community that promotes individualized growth in older adults. We do this by facilitating areas of engagement through spiritual, intellectual, physical and social enrichment. Celebration Village Forsyth has 5 distinct neighborhoods: Active Adult...
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Long story short, they were awesome! My Dad was supported through his passing. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would absolutely recommend this community to other families, thanks again!
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.
Arbor Terrace of Athens is the premier assisted living community in the greater Athens, Georgia, area, providing the highest quality of geriatric care and assisted living, including innovative memory care designed specifically to support residents affected by Alzheimer's disease and other...

Cost of independent living in Leaf, GA

The average cost of senior living in Leaf is $3,402 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Young Harris, GA with an average of $3,261 per month.

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

Leaf, GA
$3,402/mo
$3,405/mo
U.S. national average
$3,520/mo

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

$4,963/mo
Independent Living
$3,402/mo

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

Studio
$3,062/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,671/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,850/mo

Senior living costs in Leaf 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: Leaf, GA
Column state: Georgia
Column national: U.S.
Community typeLeaf, GAGeorgiaU.S.
Independent Living$3,402/mo$3,405/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living$5,187/mo$4,661/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$4,963/mo$5,259/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Leaf, GA:$3,402/mo
Georgia:$3,405/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Leaf, GA:$5,187/mo
Georgia:$4,661/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Leaf, GA:$4,963/mo
Georgia:$5,259/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
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Independent living costs in Leaf, GA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Leaf 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
Leaf, GA$3,202/mo$3,464/mo-7.6%
Georgia$3,251/mo$3,254/mo-0.1%
National$3,359/mo$3,243/mo+3.6%
Leaf, GA
2024 average cost:$3,202/mo
2023 average cost:$3,464/mo
Percent change:-7.6%
Georgia
2024 average cost:$3,251/mo
2023 average cost:$3,254/mo
Percent change:-0.1%
National
2024 average cost:$3,359/mo
2023 average cost:$3,243/mo
Percent change:+3.6%
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about independent living in Leaf

Recent reviews for independent living in Leaf

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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North Georgia Assisted Living in Dawsonville, GA

5.0
Grady [removed] and his staff was instrumental in making the facility a positive experience for both my Mother and our family at a very difficult time.

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 staff. Residents and families at various communities, such as Ashwood Meadows and Linwood Estates Gracious Retirement Living, express appreciation for the friendly and caring nature of the staff. They mention the long-term relationships that have developed between residents and caregivers.
Affordable pricing and value for money. Several reviews from communities, including Chapters Living of Buford and Ashton Manor at Sugarloaf, mention the reasonable pricing and value for money offered by their communities. Despite some staffing issues, residents feel that the cost is worth it.
Varied activities catering to different interests. Communities such as Celebration Village Forsyth and Cottonwood Estates offer a range of activities tailored to residents' interests. These include crafts, gardening, trips, and social events, helping residents stay engaged and active.
Quality meals and dining experiences. Throughout reviews, residents note the importance of good food in their overall satisfaction with their community. At communities like Arbor Terrace Hamilton Mill Independent Living and The Glen Villas, the chef accommodates dietary preferences, ensuring residents enjoy their meals.
Communication and transparency between staff and families. Residents and their families value clear communication from their community staff, as mentioned in reviews for communities like Cottonwood Estates and Towne Club Windermere. Regular meetings and updates help ensure that care needs are being met.
Supportive and inclusive community atmosphere. Reviews highlight the importance of a welcoming and inclusive community environment, such as the 'one big family' atmosphere at Smoky Springs by Barclay House and The Mansions at Alpharetta Senior Independent Living. Residents make friends and feel at home in their new living arrangements.
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Leaf independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Leaf independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Leaf, 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 Leaf 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 Leaf partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Leaf, GANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
18.5%
21.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
51.4%
35.7%
No sugar
No sugar
46.2%
32%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
45.7%
34.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
22%
11.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Leaf 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 Leaf communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Leaf, GANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
44.5%
37.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
53.2%
44.8%
Room service
Room service
50.3%
38.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
17.9%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Leaf 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 Leaf offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Leaf, GANational
Activity director
Activity director
60.1%
46.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
45.1%
29.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
39.9%
34.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
65.9%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
63%
50.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
65.9%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
56.6%
44.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
49.1%
39.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
50.3%
43%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
60.7%
48.3%
Live performances
Live performances
60.7%
48.1%
Dances
Dances
39.3%
34.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
26.6%
40.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
59.5%
47.6%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Laurel Lodge Assisted Living and Memory Care, Smoky Springs by Barclay House and Park at Johns Creek 55+ Active Adult Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near Leaf, Georgia. See full list of communities.
There are 173 independent living facilities near Leaf, Georgia. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Leaf, Georgia are Ashwood Meadows, Cedarhurst of Oakwood and The Addison of Alpharetta. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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