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The cost of independent living in Leaf is about $4,136 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 204 options. Read 3353 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.

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Provides: Assisted Living
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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: 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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Yesterday, my family celebrated the beautiful life of my Aunt [Removed]. Today, we give God thanks for the wonderful team at Blue Ridge Assisted Living & Memory Care. I am thankful to have seen their...
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: 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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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: 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.
MeSun was founded in 2006 by a compassionate and humble physician with a heartfelt vision: to create a community where care is delivered with dignity, respect, and cultural understanding. Rooted in this vision, MeSun Hospice was born, serving as a beacon of hope and support for patients and...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Located on twenty three acres of natural beauty, Chestnut Hill of Highlands offers a truly unique retirement community.  Surrounded by beautiful mountain vistas, Chestnut Hill offers independent cottage living, independent lodge apartments, and beautiful assisted living suites expressly...
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, 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.
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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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: 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.
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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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My dad has been at Magnolia Estates for 4 years and I have nothing but great things to say about this assisted living home. The staff not only takes excellent care of the residents, but they are friendly and...
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.
Magnolia Estates of Oconee, the newest of the three facilities, opened its doors on December 4, 1997. Located on a 19 acre tract, Magnolia Estates of Oconee is nestled among massive 100 year old Southern White Oaks that give it that "old southern plantation" look and feel. Magnolia Estates of...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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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: 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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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My mother has lived at the Cohen Home for the last 2 months and we are so happy that we made the decision to make this her new home. We looked and interviewed so many memory care properties and none compared...
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.
A Jewish Home Life Community that is open to all, The Cohen Home is an assisted living community that exemplifies the principles of family, community and Jewish values. Located in a quiet residential neighborhood near shopping, dining and medical centers, our residents benefit from our I'm Still...
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 Leaf, GA

The average cost of senior living in Leaf is $4,136 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Hiawassee, GA with an average of $2,864 per month.

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

Leaf, GA
$4,136/mo
$3,597/mo
$4,014/mo

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

Leaf, GA
$4,136/mo
$4,376/mo
U.S. national average
$4,166/mo

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

$4,507/mo
Independent Living
$4,136/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,157/mo
Studio
$4,719/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,980/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,559/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,853/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$4,136/mo$4,376/mo$4,166/mo
Assisted Living$4,140/mo$3,761/mo$4,709/mo
Memory Care$4,507/mo$4,303/mo$4,961/mo
Independent Living
Leaf, GA:$4,136/mo
Georgia:$4,376/mo
U.S.:$4,166/mo
Assisted Living
Leaf, GA:$4,140/mo
Georgia:$3,761/mo
U.S.:$4,709/mo
Memory Care
Leaf, GA:$4,507/mo
Georgia:$4,303/mo
U.S.:$4,961/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 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Leaf, GA$3,205/mo$3,453/mo-7.2%
Georgia$3,113/mo$3,153/mo-1.3%
National$3,257/mo$3,166/mo+2.9%
Leaf, GA
2024 average cost:$3,205/mo
2023 average cost:$3,453/mo
Percent change:-7.2%
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 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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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 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 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
17.9%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
49.7%
34.5%
No sugar
No sugar
45.7%
31%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
43.9%
33.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
17.9%
10.5%
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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
41.6%
36.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
52%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
48%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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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
59%
45.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
44.5%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
39.9%
33.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
65.9%
47.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
61.3%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
64.7%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
54.3%
43%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
46.8%
38.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
48%
41.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
59.5%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
59%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
39.3%
33.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25.4%
39.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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Laurel Lodge Assisted Living and Memory Care, Park at Johns Creek 55+ Active Adult Living and The Phoenix at Milton are the top-rated independent living facilities near Leaf, Georgia. See full list of communities.
There are 204 independent living facilities near Leaf, Georgia. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Leaf, Georgia are Smoky Springs by Barclay House, Oaks at Hampton and Keowee Square. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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