Page 11 of Best Independent Living in Georgia

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 250 independent living communities in GA using GA Dept. of Community Health (DCH) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank independent living in GA
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Avg Walk Score: 40/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Georgia. A third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100) measuring convenience and context, not healthcare quality. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 50/ 100
Avg No. of Beds: 81The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Georgia. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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Info below is compiled from the GA Dept. of Community Health (DCH), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HC (Home Care): Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. ADC (Adult Day Care): Daytime supervision, health monitoring, and social activities for seniors who live at home. PC (Palliative Care): Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment. CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community): A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
A named contact for the facility. Hover the name to see their role — Administrator (state administrator of record or facility-provided administrator), Nursing Director, Medical Director, or Staff. The most authoritative available is shown.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
The average number of deficiencies this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total deficiencies ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
Magnolia Manor of Midway
IL
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Midway
169
Facility 169
GA AVG 81
Rank #30 / 527
No
30
Facility 30
GA AVG 40
Rank #442 / 701
-
6
Facility 6
GA AVG 12
Rank #350 / 549
Tamika Lipscomb30
63
Facility 63
GA AVG 21
Rank #453 / 478
2.1
Facility 2.1
GA AVG 1.3
Rank #417 / 478
Ashton Senior Living, Gainesville
IL
AL
HC
HOS
Gainesville
65
Facility 65
GA AVG 81
Rank #311 / 527
No
84
Facility 84
GA AVG 40
Rank #10 / 701
-
10
Facility 10
GA AVG 12
Rank #176 / 549
Kandi Chavis39
124
Facility 124
GA AVG 21
Rank #475 / 478
3.2
Facility 3.2
GA AVG 1.3
Rank #448 / 478
Oaks at Gracemont
IL
AL
RC
Cumming
86
Facility 86
GA AVG 81
Rank #214 / 527
No
60
Facility 60
GA AVG 40
Rank #155 / 701
-
4
Facility 4
GA AVG 12
Rank #417 / 549
Kc Patel6
14
Facility 14
GA AVG 21
Rank #327 / 478
2.3
Facility 2.3
GA AVG 1.3
Rank #425 / 478
Brookdale Newnan
IL
AL
Newnan
28
Facility 28
GA AVG 81
Rank #466 / 527
Yes
8
Facility 8
GA AVG 40
Rank #625 / 701
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
7
Facility 7
GA AVG 12
Rank #302 / 549
Tasha Fuller13
9
Facility 9
GA AVG 21
Rank #282 / 478
0.7
Facility 0.7
GA AVG 1.3
Rank #241 / 478
The Oaks – Peake
IL
ADC
AL
Macon
37
Facility 37
GA AVG 81
Rank #440 / 527
Yes
2
Facility 2
GA AVG 40
Rank #690 / 701
Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
9
Facility 9
GA AVG 12
Rank #207 / 549
Leslie Nelson8
10
Facility 10
GA AVG 21
Rank #297 / 478
1.3
Facility 1.3
GA AVG 1.3
Rank #344 / 478
Delmar Gardens of Gwinnett
IL
AL
HOS
MC
NH
PC
SNF
Lawrenceville
67
Facility 67
GA AVG 81
Rank #303 / 527
No
16
Facility 16
GA AVG 40
Rank #557 / 701
-
37
Facility 37
GA AVG 12
Rank #45 / 549
Ms. Helen Smith20
30
Facility 30
GA AVG 21
Rank #410 / 478
1.5
Facility 1.5
GA AVG 1.3
Rank #369 / 478
Sunabella at Savannah
IL
AL
MC
Savannah (Southside)
36
Facility 36
GA AVG 81
Rank #442 / 527
Yes
48
Facility 48
GA AVG 40
Rank #274 / 701
-
7
Facility 7
GA AVG 12
Rank #302 / 549
Beatrice Agyemang17
16
Facility 16
GA AVG 21
Rank #344 / 478
0.9
Facility 0.9
GA AVG 1.3
Rank #284 / 478
Presbyterian Village Athens
IL
AL
CCRC
MC
NH
SNF
Athens
60
Facility 60
GA AVG 81
Rank #330 / 527
Yes
10
Facility 10
GA AVG 40
Rank #607 / 701
Apartement / Cottage / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
5
Facility 5
GA AVG 12
Rank #389 / 549
Cameron Honeycutt11
41
Facility 41
GA AVG 21
Rank #427 / 478
3.7
Facility 3.7
GA AVG 1.3
Rank #461 / 478
Ashton Manor at Sugarloaf
IL
AL
MC
Lawrenceville (Hanarry Estates)
70
Facility 70
GA AVG 81
Rank #283 / 527
Yes
49
Facility 49
GA AVG 40
Rank #259 / 701
-
7
Facility 7
GA AVG 12
Rank #302 / 549
Robert Howell24
46
Facility 46
GA AVG 21
Rank #434 / 478
1.9
Facility 1.9
GA AVG 1.3
Rank #405 / 478
The Haven at Lake Oconee
IL
MC
RC
Greensboro
72
Facility 72
GA AVG 81
Rank #266 / 527
No
54
Facility 54
GA AVG 40
Rank #215 / 701
-
1
Facility 1
GA AVG 12
Rank #522 / 549
Cathy Denise Mcmillon4
9
Facility 9
GA AVG 21
Rank #282 / 478
2.3
Facility 2.3
GA AVG 1.3
Rank #425 / 478

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Overview of Magnolia Manor of Midway

Magnolia Manor of Midway offers nursing home care, assisted living, independent living, memory care, and skilled nursing in Midway, GA. Assisted living includes help with bathing, dressing, and medication while a resident keeps a private living space. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care.

Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Nursing home and skilled nursing care provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock. Rehabilitation care, including short term rehabilitation, gives residents a temporary recovery option after illness, injury, or hospitalization rather than requiring a permanent move.

The range of care levels may suit a resident whose needs grow over time, since changing care does not require leaving the community or starting over socially. With 169 beds, the community accommodates more residents and staff than a smaller setting and usually supports more programming. A Walk Score of 30 places Magnolia Manor of Midway in a car dependent setting, so most errands require a car or a ride.

Total nurse staffing is 3 hours and 29 minutes per resident each day, representing the daily nurse staffing time assigned to each resident. Payment options include Medicare for short term skilled care after a hospital stay, Medicaid for families whose savings may not cover a long stay, and private pay for direct payment. Tamika Lipscomb serves as the administrator.

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Overview of Ashton Senior Living, Gainesville

Ashton Senior Living, Gainesville offers assisted living, home care, hospice care, and independent living in Gainesville, Georgia. Independent living means having a private living arrangement without daily care, while assisted living provides help with bathing, dressing, and medication management. Home care brings support to a person’s residence, and hospice care focuses on comfort near the end of life.

The community has 65 beds. Needs can change over time. With independent living and assisted living in one community, a person may be able to move from living independently to receiving help with daily tasks without changing communities. Rehabilitation services can help a resident regain or maintain function, while respite care provides a short stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. A Walk Score of 84 makes the area very walkable, with most errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives can still manage nearby errands independently. Kandi Chavis serves as the administrator.

Phone: 7702870714.0

Contact Ashton Senior Living, Gainesville

Overview of Oaks at Gracemont

Oaks at Gracemont offers assisted living, independent living, and respite care in Cumming, GA. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living provides help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident keeps their apartment. Respite care offers a short stay for a family whose usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. With independent living and assisted living in one community, Oaks at Gracemont may be a good fit for a resident whose needs may grow over time.

The community has 86 beds. Restaurant-style dining features comfort foods and local flavors through an “All Day, Your Way” service, giving residents a dining option in a restaurant-style setting. A full calendar includes trivia, Bingo, and live musical entertainment, providing scheduled options for games and performances. Rehabilitation services, including short-term rehab, are available for temporary recovery needs.

An enclosed courtyard with shaded seating, walking paths, and vegetable and fruit gardens gives residents an outdoor area for time outside, while the hairdresser and salon provide grooming services on site. A Walk Score of 60 is somewhat walkable, meaning some errands can be done on foot, so a resident who no longer drives may be able to complete some errands independently. Kc Patel serves as the administrator.

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Brookdale Newnan

355 Millard Farmer Industrial Blvd, Newnan, GA 30263
Overview of Brookdale Newnan

Brookdale Newnan in Newnan, Georgia, offers both independent living and assisted living options on the same campus, allowing residents to seamlessly transition between levels of care as needed. The community features several pet-friendly floor plans, including studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments, giving residents the freedom to choose the right living space for their needs. Residents can enjoy a wide range of activities, from walking clubs and coloring groups to dice games, Rummikub, and movie nights.

The community’s 24/7 staff provides peace of mind, ensuring assistance is available if required. In the independent living setting, residents can focus on personal wellness, tending to the courtyard garden, or engaging in shopping trips and crafting activities. The assisted living program offers customized care to meet individual needs. Mealtimes are a highlight, with residents savoring restaurant-style meals prepared by the passionate culinary team in the community’s two dining rooms. Special dietary requests are accommodated, and residents can even suggest family recipes for inclusion in the menus.

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Overview of The Oaks – Peake

The Oaks – Peake is an esteemed provider of independent and assisted senior living nestled in the heart of Macon, Georgia. This captivating campus brims with boundless opportunities for delightful mundane experiences, thanks to a plethora of engaging daily activities and a safe, secure atmosphere that sets it apart from other assisted living communities. Residents can revel in the comfort of knowing that 24-hour nursing services are readily available, catering to their needs around the clock.

Within this picturesque home, residents are treated to a charming array of amenities, including a parlor, library, and inviting patios that beckon moments of relaxation and camaraderie. Moreover, safety takes precedence, with 24-hour security, call buttons, and smoke detectors ensuring peace of mind for all. For added convenience and accessibility, the inclusion of grab bars in baths further elevates the living experience in this quaint abode. With a focus on a fulfilling lifestyle, this community is dedicated to ensuring that every resident thrives in a nurturing and vibrant environment.

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Overview of Delmar Gardens of Gwinnett

Delmar Gardens of Gwinnett in Lawrenceville, Georgia, offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, hospice care, and palliative care. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living helps with tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication. Memory care is secured and supervised for someone at risk of wandering, and skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care around the clock.

Hospice and palliative care focus on comfort and symptom management for residents with serious or life limiting illness. The range of care options can suit a resident whose needs grow over time without requiring a move to another community. Respite care and transitional stays provide short term housing and care for a family caregiver who needs temporary support while traveling or recovering.

The community has 67 beds. Rehabilitation services are available for residents who need therapy to regain or maintain function, while pharmacy services, medical supplies, and equipment are also part of the community’s specific programs. Payment options include Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, giving families public coverage routes or the option to pay directly; Ms. Helen Smith serves as the administrator.

Contact Delmar Gardens of Gwinnett

Overview of Sunabella at Savannah

Welcome to Sunabella Senior Living, a community that offers affordable family-style independent and assisted living committed to providing a welcoming and enriched lifestyle, with a strong emphasis on family and social connections. Their dedicated team takes the time to personally know each resident, ensuring the best possible care that honors their individual needs.
Sunabella at Savannah is a compassionate memory care community, offering a supportive home for individuals with memory disorders. The environment is designed to be caring, safe, and comforting, fostering an atmosphere of family living. Each resident at Sunabella at Savannah receives dignified and personalized care, while the experienced caregivers assist both residents and their families in coping with memory loss and related challenges. With a focus on creating a warm and inclusive environment, Sunabella Senior Living is dedicated to making each day special for its residents in this new community.

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Overview of Presbyterian Village Athens

Presbyterian Village Athens is a continuing care retirement community in Athens, GA offering independent living, assisted living, memory care, nursing home care, and skilled nursing. Independent living provides private residences without daily care, while assisted living adds help with daily tasks and memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock, and the multiple care levels can suit a resident whose needs grow over time without leaving the community.

The community has 60 beds and offers apartments, cottages, villas, and one bedroom or two bedroom residences, giving people moving alone or with a partner layouts suited to those household arrangements. Total nurse staffing is 5h 23m per resident/day, representing that amount of daily nurse staffing time per resident. Medicare and private pay are accepted, so families can use either listed payment route.

Chef-prepared food is served through multiple dining venues with fine and casual options, allowing residents to choose between those dining settings within the community. A pool, salon and spa, fitness center, walking trails, community garden, tennis and pickleball courts, and an outdoor amphitheater support exercise, personal care, and outdoor activities on site. Rehabilitation services and short-term rehab provide therapy as part of care, while respite care offers a short stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

Pets are allowed, so a resident may keep a pet at the community. Presbyterian Homes of Georgia owns Presbyterian Village Athens.

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Overview of Ashton Manor at Sugarloaf

Situated in the heart of Lawrenceville, GA, Ashton Manor at Sugarloaf is an esteemed senior living community offering assisted living, independent living, and memory care services. As personal needs change, the community offers the perfect transition for the latter part of life’s journey. Moreover, it provides assisted living for residents who need supportive care, medication management, and specialized services, with all the comforts of a beautiful, safe home environment.

With its top-of-the-line amenities and services, residents can enjoy the following: delicious meals served daily in their restaurant-style dining rooms, discreet and dignified personal assistance, an expansive wellness/rehabilitation gym, housekeeping and laundry service, a 24/7 care team, and more. Engage in activities designed to appeal to every resident, such as crafts, movies, games, reminiscing, and gardening. Equipped with the right tools and people, seniors are guaranteed an all-encompassing living experience with Ashton Manor at Sugarloaf.

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Overview of The Haven at Lake Oconee

The Haven at Lake Oconee offers independent living, memory care, and respite care in Greensboro, GA. Independent living means private living with community services and no daily care, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

Respite care offers a short stay. It may suit a family whose usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. Restaurant style dining includes three meals daily, snacks, and beverages, giving residents on site dining throughout the day.

Transportation services include trips to medical appointments and shopping, so residents can attend those outings without arranging their own transportation. A Walk Score of 54 means the area is somewhat walkable, with some errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives can still reach some nearby destinations independently. The community has 72 beds, and Cathy Denise McMillon serves as its administrator.

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Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
01

Resident & Family Experience 35%

The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.

  • Includes
  • Review Sentiment
  • Review Volume
02

Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • State Inspections
  • Citations/Inspection
  • % Inspections w/ Citations
  • Complaint Visits
  • Accreditations
  • BBB Rating
03

Visual Media & Transparency 15%

Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.

  • Includes
  • Video Tours
  • Virtual Walkthroughs
  • Photo Quantity
  • Photo Quality
04

Website & Operator Transparency 10%

Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.

  • Includes
  • Website Content
  • Mobile Usability
  • Staff Info Available
  • Owner Info Available
05

Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy Rate
  • Bed Options
06

Environment & Pricing 5%

Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • Pricing Transparency
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Frequently Asked Questions about Independent Living in Georgia

What is independent living?

Independent living communities are residential settings for active older adults — typically with private apartments or cottages, shared amenities (dining, fitness, activities), and no built-in medical care.

How many independent living communities are listed on this page?

This page features 250 independent living communities in Georgia. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right independent living community in Georgia?

Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Georgia, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.

What should I look for when visiting independent living communities in Georgia?

Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.