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The cost of independent living in Mountain Scene is about $3,261 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 66 options.

Read 860 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 Murphy, Hiawassee and Blairsville.

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They did an excellent job at Tanglewood Community! It is a very nice place, and they take great care of the residents here. I like that they do not segregate the memory care patients, and allow everyone to...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Tanglewood provides Assisted Living, Respite, and Adult Day Care services. The atmosphere at Tanglewood is rich in daily activities, with restaurant-style dining, lavishly decorated interiors with large common areas and smaller quant and intimate setting nooks. Our residents are viewed as guest...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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.
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, 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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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: 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.
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.
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.
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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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, 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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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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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, 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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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
The Senior Care America FB is a senior living community located in Flowery Branch, Georgia. The area has the perfect small town appeal with the glorious view of Lake Lanier. Flowery Branch is a perfect place to live; the inviting atmosphere will welcome family and friends for a visit. The Senior...

Cost of independent living in Mountain Scene, GA

The average cost of senior living in Mountain Scene is $3,261 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Hiawassee, GA with an average of $3,261 per month.

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

Mountain Scene, GA
$3,261/mo
$3,405/mo
U.S. national average
$3,520/mo

Independent living costs in Mountain Scene, GA, vs. other senior living options

Independent Living
$3,261/mo

Independent living costs in Mountain Scene, GA, by floor plan type

1 Bedroom
$3,633/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,710/mo

Senior living costs in Mountain Scene 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: Mountain Scene, GA
Column state: Georgia
Column national: U.S.
Community typeMountain Scene, GAGeorgiaU.S.
Independent Living$3,261/mo$3,405/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living$4,030/mo$4,661/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Careunavailable$5,259/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Mountain Scene, GA:$3,261/mo
Georgia:$3,405/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Mountain Scene, GA:$4,030/mo
Georgia:$4,661/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Mountain Scene, GA:unavailable
Georgia:$5,259/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in Mountain Scene

Recent reviews for independent living in Mountain Scene

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.

BeeHive Homes of Toccoa

5.0
My dad was only at this house house for a short time but while he was there he had received excellent care from the caregivers and other staff. They made sure the residence was always clean and that they had hot tasty throughout the deals. I overall have no complaints and would recommend this ...
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Brasstown Manor in Hiawassee, GA

5.0
I have visited this community many times while visiting my friends. I love the option of starting on their Independent Living and when/if I need more assistance, I can move down to their Assisted Living. The staff has always been professional and pleasant. My friends love where they live and I ...
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Mountain Scene independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Mountain Scene independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Mountain Scene, 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 Mountain Scene 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 Mountain Scene partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Mountain Scene, GANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
15.2%
21.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
36.4%
35.7%
No sugar
No sugar
36.4%
32%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
33.3%
34.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
9.1%
11.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Mountain Scene 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 Mountain Scene communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Mountain Scene, GANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
27.3%
37.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
39.4%
44.8%
Room service
Room service
31.8%
38.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
9.1%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Mountain Scene 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 Mountain Scene offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Mountain Scene, GANational
Activity director
Activity director
43.9%
46.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
30.3%
29.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
28.8%
34.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
62.1%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
43.9%
50.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
51.5%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40.9%
44.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
30.3%
39.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
30.3%
43%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
40.9%
48.3%
Live performances
Live performances
43.9%
48.1%
Dances
Dances
19.7%
34.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
12.1%
40.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
40.9%
47.6%
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Smoky Springs by Barclay House, Keowee Square and Oaks at Hampton are the top-rated independent living facilities near Mountain Scene, Georgia. See full list of communities.
There are 66 independent living facilities near Mountain Scene, Georgia. See the full list.
The best independent living facility near you in Mountain Scene, Georgia is Cedarhurst of Oakwood. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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