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The cost of independent living in Madison is about $3,568 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 184 options.

Read 3672 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 Watkinsville, Covington and Greensboro.

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Photo of The Cottages of Milledgeville
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Everything is good! 5 on each. I went to school at Ga College and when I got married, I lived there for 5 years! I love Milledgeville.
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.
The Cottages of Milledgeville is a gated, luxury patio home community specially designed for seniors. Located in Milledgeville, Georgia, The Cottages are just a one and a half hour drive from Atlanta. If your parents are tired of running around in the rat race and want to settle down a bit, our...
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They answer the phone. They check on mom even though she is independent. Their processes are easy to follow. The cook works with my mom with all her requests. The home is clean and smells great. The staff...
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 decision to leave the comfort of your own home to move into an assisted living residence is a difficult one for most people. You don't need constant help, every day. But you do need a little help from time to time. Is it worth the move? Assisted living can offer you more lifestyle choices at...
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88 Floor plans available
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I have found the staff to be very knowledgeable and helpful and always very friendly. The apartment is a really nice size for a single person and easy to take care of and will laid out. Haven't had any...
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.
We make true retirement living easy and enjoyable at the Retreat at Loganville. Whether in our independent living Villas and Cottages, our personal care Manor House, or our Alzheimer's Pearl, residents focus on living each day to the fullest. We greet all residents and their families with...
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Overall good... the management and admin staff was very professional and diligent... a pleasure to work with. The care teams were good and attentive to mom's needs overall. There is always a transition...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
This community is proud to be family owned and operated. This is evident in our commitment to our residents, staff and families. We are flexible, able to adapt to what our families desire while maintaining the sense of community that is important to our staff and families. We will not sacrifice...
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We love The Oaks at Stockbridge. They have been taking very good care of my sister. The place is very clean. Her room stays pretty clean as well. The food is very good and they have great side options if you...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Add Oaks at Stockbridge, formerly Eagles Landing Senior LivingBuilding CredibilityOur community has been in Stockbridge for over 20 years, formerly known as Eagles Landing Senior Living.Our staff members very long length of service at our community, many having in excess of 5 years up to 17...
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Photo of Atria Park of Tucker
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77 Floor plans available
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My parents are currently at Atria, and I can rest easy knowing that they are well cared for. The leadership team there also are very responsive, and they clearly care about my parents and love what they do....
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.
Conveniently located just east of the Perimeter near downtown Tucker, Main Street and Stone Mountain, Atria Park of Tucker offers a warm, welcoming senior living experience with personalized support available around the clock.Our community provides Supportive Living and Life Guidance® Memory...
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They are kind and positive. I would like to see my mother participating in more activities. I think she misses out on activities. My mother's experience has been good.
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.
A Place Where Your Loved One Feels at Home – and Truly LivesNestled in the heart of Buford, GA—just minutes from the Mall of Georgia, local shopping, and exciting minor league baseball—our senior living community offers more than just care. We offer a lifestyle full of joy, connection, and...
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Staff is friendly and considerate. Facility is clean and free of pest. Food is good but prices could be a little better for senior facility. One $[removed] meal per day is extra $[removed] per month., and...
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.
The Retreat at Conyers offers premier assisted living and memory care with superior personalized care and a compassionate staff. Situated in Conyers, Georgia, our state of the art community offers luxury style accommodations with a comfortable, small-town feel.
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Merryvale is a very clean facility. My mom is in the memory side. Everyone that works there is very nice and helpful. I'm very pleased. I most definitely would recommend them to others who are searching for...
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.
Merryvale Assisted Living is a senior community located in Oxford, Georgia, a city in Newton County. Home to the famous Oxford University, this student city is rich in history. Locals enjoy the small town culture and beautiful historical architecture. The town is a designated shrine of the United...
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Photo of Medlock Gardens Senior Living
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My family member has lived in several facilities and without a doubt Medlock Gardens has the best staff I have ever encountered at a facility. From the director all the way to the kitchen staff, they are...
Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
About Medlock Gardens…Located in the Atlanta suburb of Decatur, Medlock Gardens is the “Bed and Breakfast” of Senior Living. With its quaint and cozy setting, Medlock Gardens features a three level floor plan with apartments on the first two levels, and a terrace level downstairs ideal for...
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Photo of The Phoenix at Braselton
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We feel the staff meets my mother-in-law where she is physically and emotionally and respond accordingly. They accommodate her and what her needs, desires and wants are. Our first impression of seeing...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Photo of Delmar Gardens of Gwinnett
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What I like the most about the community is the very friendly staff, excellent food. My husband is very happy there. Yes, I would recommend this community to other families.
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.
UNIQUELY AFFORDABLE CAREFREE RETIREMENT LIVINGCarefree retirement living means knowing that all services are included and available to you. • Fully-equipped alcove, one bedroom, and two bedroom apartments • Superb cuisine • State of-the-art Fitness Center• Fully-equipped Theatre with...
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This community has such a joyful atmosphere. One of the dining room staff members even dances while serving meals, which always brings smiles to residents’ faces. The food is excellent — definitely not...
Provides: Independent Living
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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 Regency House It's All About LifestyleSituated in a quiet corner of DeKalb, an Atlanta suburb, you'll love the convenience of living in our charming city with the peace of being a part of our secluded, caring community. With easy access to excellent healthcare, exciting shopping...
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There are not enough staff for high acuity residents. I understand that this is a common issue for Memory Care units. The administrative staff was very friendly and helpful through the admission process. The...
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.
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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Westhill community is wonderful. All the staff is very caring and willing to help in anyway. They are always there when I need them. I wouldn’t wanna live anywhere else. Come by and take a look and ask for...
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.
Westhill Macon offers assisted living and memory care in a beautiful, luxurious residence to call your own, because our delivery of care is as unique as our resort style service. You’ll find outstanding caregivers and extraordinary care, tailored to your preferences. Our comfortably classy design...
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5 on all! Couldn't be happier! My 90 year old mother moved in 12 days ago. Already making friends and relaxing without the worry of talking care of a house. The meals are fantastic, staff is all wonderful....
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.
Reader’s Choice Award 2018 – Best Senior Living!Gwinnett Daily PostOffering the premier lifestyle choice for active seniors, Parc at Duluth has served families in Duluth, Johns Creek and Gwinnett since 2003. From fine dining in the warm company of friends to wellness and engagement programs that...
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I give a five (5) on all of the above. I couldn't be happy with the director who is [name removed]. My mother financially is not as sound as I had hoped bringing her into the facility last year. [name...
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.
Highlands Senior Living Norcross is a picturesque senior community located in Norcross, GA. Located in Gwinnett County, it sits on a manicured campus in a residential neighborhood, just a short distance from a number of shopping options and just a few minutes away from highways 85 and 285. The...
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They know Mom pretty well now and they treat the residents as if they were a large extended family. They are responsive to calls and helpful if accommodations are needed for mom.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Photo of Glenncrest at Decatur
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Great experience very clean Food is great! Good activities Very friendly care is very good Very nice people Very good care for the money I would certainly recommend you place to everyone. I love it there....
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Inspired Senior Living in Decatur, GeorgiaWelcome home to Glenncrest at Decatur, where you can enjoy a higher standard of senior living, complete with bright and inviting studio, one, and two bedroom apartments, restaurant-quality dining services, and well-appointed common areas. Offering...
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Photo of Parkside Assisted Living and Memory Care at Conyers
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The care team is wonderful. They are very compassionate and caring. The food is ok. Mom says its garbage some days! Apartment is a good size however the bathroom/shower needs to be bigger. These are elderly...
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.
Oaks At Conyers Senior Living is an Assisted Living and Alzheimer's care community conveniently located behind Piedmont Rockdale Hospital in the heart of Wellbrook Medical Office Park. We are best known for our loving care and great food. In order to meet the needs of many people in our...
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They have an A inspection report. They appear to but struggling financially but the entire staff is engaged and friendly. I would recommend and the cost is fair
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.
Magnolia Senior Living is located in Loganville, Georgia, a city in Walton County. This quiet and serene community in Walton County is beautiful and filled with excellent amenities. Magnolia Senior Living has three different types of living quarters and seniors are pampered by the luxurious...
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The manager and staff care about the people staying at the care home. They are very friendly and warm and caring. The place is clean!! Rose is amazing.
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.
Rising Star Personal Care Home is a new beautifully renovated personal care home located in Stone Mountain GA. The Rising Star team had a vision to develop a NEW personal care home, in which the values, ethics and healthy living conditions of the population in which we serve are constantly...
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What we like the most about the community are the friendships, games and the relationships. Yes, we would recommend TerraBella Epps Bridge to other families based on the experience so far.
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.
Experience senior living like no other at TerraBella Epps Bridge. Our extraordinary combination of amenities, personalized services, and senior lifestyle programs will elevate your lifestyle. Our Active Independent Living community offers supportive options for seniors at every stage. With our...
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They are the best. It is like home not a center. I will be happy to be used as a reference for them and a place for mom. Great experience Follow and use the list from A Place from Mom, very helpful Have them...
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.
Built for One Thing: YouOur community is designed from the ground up to provide you with the perfect canvas on which you can paint your best senior living life. Choose us for your next home sweet home and you can trade the worries and hassles that often come with living at home for a better, more...
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My mom has been in Dogwood since [date removed]. Her bed sheets haven't been changed in 2 weeks. Her clothing ,which includes bed pads( which are wet) have been washed once. This isn't except able due to tge...
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.
Dogwood Forest of Grayson is considered one of the top assisted living communities in Gwinnett County! Our community includes top amenities for residents, including a wellness center, bistros, full-service dining, salon, tavern and movie theatre. Our exterior spaces include healthful outdoor...
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Cost of independent living in Madison, GA

The average cost of senior living in Madison is $3,568 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Monroe, GA with an average of $2,989 per month.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Madison 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.

Madison, GAGA stateNational

Independent living cost trends in Madison, GA

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Madison 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
Madison, GA$3,337/mo$3,385/mo-1.4%
Georgia$3,229/mo$3,281/mo-1.6%
National$3,416/mo$3,319/mo+2.9%
Madison, GA
2024 average cost:$3,337/mo
2023 average cost:$3,385/mo
Percent change:-1.4%
Georgia
2024 average cost:$3,229/mo
2023 average cost:$3,281/mo
Percent change:-1.6%
National
2024 average cost:$3,416/mo
2023 average cost:$3,319/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in Madison

Recent reviews for independent living in Madison

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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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.

Serenity Empire at Decatur

4.5
This facility is unique. Mid 2015 it was purchased by a new owner, who is also the Director and she has improved the Home dramatically, with fresh paint, new carpet and hardwoods. It is a smaller facility that has a very residential feel. The rooms are big, the staff are friendly, caring ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and welcoming staff. Reviews for Regency House by Barclay House and Ashton Manor at Sugarloaf frequently mention the kindness and warmness of the staff members at their communities. They go above and beyond to make residents and their families feel at home.
Varied and engaging activities. Communities like Laurel Grove by Barclay House and Arbor Terrace Hamilton Mill Independent Living offer an array of activities tailored to residents' interests, helping them stay active and social. From day trips and crafts to group exercises and religious services, residents find joy and fu ...
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High-quality meals and dining experiences. Throughout the reviews, the quality of meals and dining experiences stand out as a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their community. At The Retreat at Conyers, the chef caters to dietary restrictions and individual preferences, ensuring that each meal is enjoyable for every ...
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Thoughtful and accommodating maintenance and housekeeping. Reviews for The Palms of Lake Spivey and Garden Plaza at Lawrenceville mention the prompt and attentive nature of the maintenance and housekeeping teams. They address residents' concerns and requests in a timely manner, ensuring that the community remains clean and well-maintained.
Strong and supportive community atmosphere. Residents and families speak highly of the supportive and caring atmosphere at their communities, such as TerraBella Epps Bridge and The Overlook at Suwanee. They value the sense of camaraderie and friendship among residents, which makes their living experience more enjoyable and fulfilling. ...
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Clear and consistent communication between families and staff. Reviews often praise the open and transparent communication between families and staff at their communities, like The Retreat at Loganville and King's Reserve Suwanee. This allows for trust and understanding, ensuring that residents' needs are met and that families remain informed.
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Madison independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Madison independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Madison, 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 Madison 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 Madison partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Madison, GANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
17.9%
21.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
46.9%
35.7%
No sugar
No sugar
45.1%
32%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
40.1%
34.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
24.1%
11.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Madison 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 Madison communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Madison, GANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
39.5%
37.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
49.4%
44.8%
Room service
Room service
43.8%
38.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Madison 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 Madison offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Madison, GANational
Activity director
Activity director
52.5%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
38.9%
29.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
35.8%
34.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
61.1%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
58%
50%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
64.8%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
51.9%
44.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
40.7%
39.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
46.9%
43%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
55.6%
48.3%
Live performances
Live performances
55.6%
48%
Dances
Dances
40.1%
34.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
27.2%
40.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
53.7%
47.6%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Vitality Living Madison, Cottages of Monroe and The Joy Senior Living of Loganville are the top-rated independent living facilities near Madison, Georgia. See full list of communities.
There are 184 independent living facilities near Madison, Georgia. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Madison, Georgia are Cottages of Monroe, The Joy Senior Living of Loganville and Sunrise of Five Forks. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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