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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Milstead, GA
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The cost of independent living in Milstead is about $6,984 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 11 options. Read 202 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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I would give the retreat at Conyers a 5 in all areas. My mom's overall experience was pleasant. She missed being able to just go outside was her only complaint. The Retreat was clean and the staff was very...
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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8.8
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The staff were great and I felt like they catered to my mom who can sometimes be difficult and when mom was in hospice at the facility. They were there to support not only my mom but me and all here family...
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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9.8
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Subject: A Heartfelt Recommendation for Sunrise at Five Forks Dear [name removed], It was such a joy to meet you. I truly appreciate your joyful spirit and optimistic outlook—it’s clear that you care...
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.
Sunrise at Five Forks, a Sunrise Senior Living Community is located in Lilburn, GA close to shopping, physician offices, churches, and major hospitals. At Sunrise, we welcome seniors into a warm, inviting community. We offer a choice of accommodations, from Companion to Two-Bedroom Suites. Each...
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It was the perfect place for our dad! They were very welcoming and accommodating on all counts. We were never made to feel that he was too much to handle. The compassion and attention from the entire care...
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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So far what has made Merryvale Assisted Living community such a great experience is definitely their staff team. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would recommend this community to other...
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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It's a nice facility and my mom likes it there. They ramping up the activities again and that makes my mother happy. The apt is good-sized, and my mom doest always care for the food. But they will fix...
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.
Manchester Court is an Assisted Living & Memory Care community located in Conyers, GA. Located close to downtown Conyers, residents and family members can take advantage of our historical district during festivals and visiting restaurants and shopping. At Manchester Court, our focus is on...
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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.
Magnolia Assisted and Memory Care has been in business since 1983, within historic downtown Conyers. Our 24-bed facility allows us to dedicate more time to our residents to enhance their personal care. Our staff has over 40 years of combined experience with senior care. We go too far lengths to...
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We have not seen the meals ourselves just due to certain restrictions but our loved one has yet to really complain so we assume they are pretty good. We have heard they do more activities in the spring 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.
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
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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.
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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
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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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Cost of independent living in Milstead, GA
The average cost of senior living in Milstead is $6,984 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Social Circle, GA with an average of $3,865 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Milstead, GA vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Milstead, GA vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about independent living in Milstead
Recent reviews for independent living in Milstead
TerraBella Sugarloaf in Suwanee, GA
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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The Palms of Lake Spivey
4.0
What we like the most about The Palms of Lake Spivey is the staff. The staff is good. The grounds are well kept. The activities are fun for the residents. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would recommend this community to other families.
Decatur Christian Towers
5.0
Everybody was extremely nice and helpful in getting me in touch with the right resources to move my loved one into the place. I thought it was a good facility and I can not think of any improvements that need to be made.
Milstead independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Milstead independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Milstead, 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 Milstead 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 Milstead partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Milstead, GANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
18.2%
20.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
45.5%
33.8%
No sugar
No sugar
45.5%
30.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
45.5%
33.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
9.1%
8.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Milstead 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 Milstead communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Milstead, GANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
27.3%
36%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
54.5%
43%
Room service
Room service
36.4%
36.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
9.1%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Milstead 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 Milstead offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
45.5%
44.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
27.3%
28%
Community service programs
Community service programs
27.3%
32.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
45.5%
47.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
45.5%
48.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
54.5%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
36.4%
42.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
18.2%
37.5%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
27.3%
41.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
45.5%
46.9%
Live performances
Live performances
45.5%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
45.5%
32.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
18.2%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
45.5%
46.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Sunrise of Five Forks, The Joy Senior Living of Loganville and Dogwood Forest of Grayson are the top-rated independent living facilities near Milstead, Georgia. See full list of communities.
There are 11 independent living facilities near Milstead, Georgia. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Milstead, Georgia are Sunrise of Five Forks, Oaks at Stockbridge and Sunrise of Webb Gin. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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