Page 12 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.
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.
Amber Grove @ Savannah Seasons
IL
AL
MC
Savannah (Windsor Forest)
46
Facility 46
GA AVG 81
Rank #402 / 527
No
9
Facility 9
GA AVG 40
Rank #614 / 701
-
1
Facility 1
GA AVG 12
Rank #522 / 549
Lisa Ciucevich2
2
Facility 2
GA AVG 21
Rank #128 / 478
1.0
Facility 1.0
GA AVG 1.3
Rank #303 / 478
Sunrise at Huntcliff Summit I
IL
Sandy Springs
94
Facility 94
GA AVG 81
Rank #179 / 527
Yes
68
Facility 68
GA AVG 40
Rank #92 / 701
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
6
Facility 6
GA AVG 12
Rank #350 / 549
Shonda Brown15--
Coventry Place
IL
AL
RC
Decatur
50
Facility 50
GA AVG 81
Rank #363 / 527
Yes
73
Facility 73
GA AVG 40
Rank #49 / 701
1 Bed / 2 Bed
22
Facility 22
GA AVG 12
Rank #77 / 549
Douglas Baker24--
Cannon Wood Village
IL
AL
Tiger
32
Facility 32
GA AVG 81
Rank #450 / 527
No
17
Facility 17
GA AVG 40
Rank #548 / 701
-
18
Facility 18
GA AVG 12
Rank #99 / 549
Ms. Thomas Major10
49
Facility 49
GA AVG 21
Rank #441 / 478
4.9
Facility 4.9
GA AVG 1.3
Rank #468 / 478
The Mansions at Gwinnett Park Senior Independent Living
IL
Lawrenceville
110
Facility 110
GA AVG 81
Rank #98 / 527
Yes
45
Facility 45
GA AVG 40
Rank #303 / 701
1 Bed / 2 Bed
2
Facility 2
GA AVG 12
Rank #501 / 549
Steven Iroff3--
Towne Club Windermere Assisted Living
IL
AL
MC
Cumming
181
Facility 181
GA AVG 81
Rank #21 / 527
Yes
60
Facility 60
GA AVG 40
Rank #155 / 701
-
7
Facility 7
GA AVG 12
Rank #302 / 549
Jennifer Komuda---
Magnolia Estates of Winder
IL
AL
RC
Winder
47
Facility 47
GA AVG 81
Rank #399 / 527
No--
22
Facility 22
GA AVG 12
Rank #77 / 549
Daniel E Rampey5
16
Facility 16
GA AVG 21
Rank #344 / 478
3.2
Facility 3.2
GA AVG 1.3
Rank #448 / 478
St Mary‘s Highland Hills Village
IL
AL
MC
Watkinsville
59
Facility 59
GA AVG 81
Rank #346 / 527
Yes
24
Facility 24
GA AVG 40
Rank #483 / 701
-
12
Facility 12
GA AVG 12
Rank #128 / 549
Ms. Tanya Adcock11--
King’s Bridge Retirement Center
IL
AL
MC
Ne Atlanta (Briarcliff Heights)
80
Facility 80
GA AVG 81
Rank #235 / 527
No
80
Facility 80
GA AVG 40
Rank #16 / 701
-
7
Facility 7
GA AVG 12
Rank #302 / 549
Kevin Shaw---
The Marshes of Skidaway Island
IL
AL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Savannah
31
Facility 31
GA AVG 81
Rank #456 / 527
Yes
11
Facility 11
GA AVG 40
Rank #596 / 701
-
12
Facility 12
GA AVG 12
Rank #128 / 549
Ms. Heather Kjelstad8--

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Overview of Amber Grove @ Savannah Seasons

Amber Grove @ Savannah Seasons offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care in Savannah, GA. Independent living means private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living provides help with dressing, bathing, medication, and other tasks while the resident keeps an apartment. Memory care is offered in a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, and respite care provides a short stay when a family caregiver needs time to travel or recover.

The community has 46 beds. Its size may give residents and staff more opportunity to get to know one another, while the multiple care levels can support a resident whose needs grow over time without requiring a move to another community. Lisa Ciucevich serves as the administrator.

Residents can join fitness classes and social events, and memory enhancing programs provide activities focused on cognitive engagement. Rehabilitation services support therapy during recovery. Chef crafted meals are served in a restaurant style setting, and transportation is available for residents who need help getting to activities or appointments.

Contact Amber Grove @ Savannah Seasons

Overview of Sunrise at Huntcliff Summit I

Sunrise at Huntcliff Summit I is an assisted living community located at 8480 Roswell Road in Sandy Springs, Georgia. Serving the Fulton County region under the leadership of administrator Shonda Brown, the 94-bed residential senior facility has been in operation for six years.

The campus offers individual senior apartments arranged in studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom layouts. Dedicated property services include scheduled local transportation options, active fitness initiatives, and a rotating calendar of recreational programming. The community accommodates domestic pets.

Located in a neighborhood with a walk score of 68, the surrounding area is moderately walkable, allowing foot travel to several retail services while remaining reliant on vehicles or community transit for longer trips.

Prospective families and elder care managers can contact the Roswell Road administrative office directly to confirm current vacancy statuses, evaluate specific floor plans, or review personalized care pricing levels.

Contact Sunrise at Huntcliff Summit I

Overview of Coventry Place

Offering nursing care in Decatur, Georgia, Coventry Place is a 50-bed community that has served the area for more than 22 years. Located on North Decatur Road in a highly walkable neighborhood, it provides convenient access to nearby services while making visits easier for family and friends. Monthly rates start at $1,435.

Older adults can choose between one-bedroom and two-bedroom residences, with amenities that include an on-site spa, café, outdoor patio, scheduled transportation, and laundry services to support everyday comfort and convenience.

The community’s longstanding presence reflects stable operations over the years. Families interested in learning more can schedule a tour to explore the living spaces, meet the staff, and get a better understanding of daily life.

Contact Coventry Place

Overview of Cannon Wood Village

Cannon Wood Village offers assisted living and independent living in Tiger, Georgia. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while residents keep an apartment. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care. With 32 beds, the community may be a good fit for someone who prefers a smaller setting where residents and staff can become familiar with one another.

The starting price is $2,750, giving families an initial figure for budgeting. Residents may keep pets, so someone moving with an animal can bring that companion. Ms. Thomas Major serves as the administrator.

There is plenty to do on site. A swimming pool gives residents a place for recreation, and a salon supports personal grooming without leaving the community. The Village Garden includes space to grow vegetables or flowers, while the butterfly garden offers an outdoor setting for spending time among plants and butterflies. Scheduled activities include exercise, sing alongs, tea parties, movies, cards, and bingo, with organized options for movement, entertainment, and hobbies.

Contact Cannon Wood Village

Overview of The Mansions at Gwinnett Park Senior Independent Living

The Mansions at Gwinnett Park Senior Independent Living is an independent living community in Lawrenceville, Georgia. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, so it may suit a resident who manages routine personal needs independently.

The community has 110 beds, with one bedroom and two bedroom residences available. A two bedroom layout can work well for a couple moving together, while a one bedroom layout offers a single private space. Pets are allowed. Residents can bring a pet when they move in. A Walk Score of 45 places the area in a car dependent setting, where most errands require a car or a ride rather than a short walk. Steven Iroff serves as the administrator.

Contact The Mansions at Gwinnett Park Senior Independent Living

Overview of Towne Club Windermere Assisted Living
Towne Club Windermere is a senior living community located in Cumming, Georgia. It offers a combination of independent living, assisted living, and memory care with resort-style amenities. Residents enjoy a vibrant lifestyle with personalized attention and a variety of services.

Contact Towne Club Windermere Assisted Living

Overview of Magnolia Estates of Winder

With a 47-bed capacity, Magnolia Estates of Winder is a personal care home in Winder, Georgia, offering assisted living, independent living, and respite care. Administered by Daniel E. Rampey, the community has been operating for 22 years. It is also located near Northeast Georgia Medical Center Barrow, providing convenient access to nearby medical care.

Accommodating a variety of dietary needs, the community’s dining services include diabetes-friendly, low-sodium, texture-modified, and allergy-conscious meals. Exercise classes, social outings, arts and crafts, games, movie nights, and occasional field trips are among the activities provided. Respite care is also available for those seeking temporary support following hospitalization or to provide relief for family caregivers.

Touring hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM and weekends from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM, offering flexibility for families scheduling visits. The surrounding area is also very car-dependent, requiring transportation for most errands.

State inspections highlight administrative areas including staff health screenings, background-check documentation, medication records, incident reporting, care planning, and caregiver training. Moreover, one complaint investigation during this period was conducted but unsubstantiated.

Contact Magnolia Estates of Winder

Overview of St Mary‘s Highland Hills Village

St. Mary‘s Highland Hills Village, located in Watkinsville, GA, provides a maintenance-free senior living facility that also offers assisted living, independent living, hospice care, and memory care. With a lifelong dedication to increasing seniors’ quality of life, the community works hard to develop a care plan that meets their specific needs and preferences. This community promotes a dynamic and welcoming environment in which residents can feel at home and live their lives to the fullest.

Enjoy quality time with friends and unwind through a robust calendar of engaging activities and entertaining programs like art classes, holiday celebrations, and more. The community also offers tasty, nutritious meals tailored to individual dietary needs and preferences. St. Mary’s Highland Hills Village is ideal for seniors seeking to maintain their independence while benefiting from top-notch care.

Contact St Mary‘s Highland Hills Village

Overview of King’s Bridge Retirement Center

King’s Bridge Retirement Center offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Atlanta, GA. The community opened in 1985 and is located in the Briarcliff Heights neighborhood, with Kevin Shaw serving as administrator. Assisted living includes help with dressing, bathing, and medication while residents keep their own apartments. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

All three care levels are available here. A resident whose needs grow may be able to move within the community without leaving familiar surroundings, which can suit someone planning for changing care needs over time. The community has 80 beds. Respite care offers a short stay when a family’s usual caregiver needs to travel or recover, and scheduled transportation supports appointments and outings without requiring a resident or family member to arrange each trip independently.

Restaurant-style dining includes diverse menus with healthy favorites and innovative dishes, so meals are prepared in a dining venue rather than a standard cafeteria setting. Outdoor courtyards provide places for planting, gardening, and relaxation, while the beauty salon lets residents arrange grooming on site. The wellness center is open every day, and volunteer projects give residents a specific way to participate in community service.

A Walk Score of 80 places the area in the very walkable band, meaning most errands can be done on foot. For a resident who no longer drives, that level of walkability can support getting out independently for everyday errands.

Contact King’s Bridge Retirement Center

The Marshes of Skidaway Island

95 Skidaway Island Park Rd, Savannah, GA 31411
Overview of The Marshes of Skidaway Island

Just outside Savannah, Georgia, The Marshes of Skidaway Island is a retirement community delivering quality independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing, respite care, memory care, and rehabilitation services. For four consecutive years, this charming home has been awarded the Best Assisted Living/Retirement Community by Savannah Magazine. It boasts luxurious accommodations that can fit any lifestyle– with cottages, townhomes, and apartment villas in a neighborhood setting surrounded by beautifully landscaped grounds. Additionally, it has The Island Club and the Palmetto Club which house dining venues, a cocktail lounge, an indoor heated pool, a greenhouse, and a fully equipped exercise room, to name a few.
A full continuum of care is available onsite where a dedicated team of caregivers and licensed professionals are available 24/7. For seniors who need an extra layer of support, The Oaks Health Center provides assisted living services to residents of the Sycamore and Magnolia neighborhoods. The center also has a full range of personalized skilled nursing and long-term care for residents of the Peachtree and Mulberry Neighborhoods. The comprehensive medical support available in this community, alongside the wide variety of services and amenities, make The Marshes the ideal home for seniors seeking the best life has to offer.

Contact The Marshes of Skidaway Island

Weighting overview

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