Sanford Estates Gracious Retirement Living

Sanford Estates Gracious Retirement Living

Overview of Sanford Estates Gracious Retirement Living

Part of the Hawthorn Senior Living family, Sanford Estates Gracious Retirement Living is an independent living community in Roswell, Georgia. Residents live in private apartments within a three-story building. They can choose from studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom floor plans based on their space needs and preferences.

Daily life focuses on convenience and social connection. The community features a full-service salon, regularly scheduled recreational activities, and an on-site exercise program that encourages residents to stay active. Housekeeping and transportation services are included. Residents can spend less time managing everyday tasks and more time enjoying community life.

Meals are served as part of the community’s daily routine. The community welcomes pets, allowing residents to bring a companion animal with them when they move in. The dining, activities, and supportive services create a comfortable and engaging living environment.

The neighborhood has a Walk Score of 43, which is somewhat walkable. A few nearby shops and services can be reached on foot, while most errands and outings require a car or the community’s transportation service. Families comparing apartment options should ask which floor plans are currently available, as availability can change over time.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Walk Score Info Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation. Rank #116 / 239Walk Score — State benchmarked This independent living community is ranked 116th out of 239 independent living communities we track in Georgia for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Georgia facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every independent living community we track in Georgia that reports data for that category. Independent living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
43 / 100

About This Community

Pricing & Financial Information

The below pricing was updated on

Starting Price
$2,795/Month

Additional Services

6 services
Live-In On-Site Managers
Housekeeping
Laundry & Linen
TransportationListed as: Scheduled transportation
Maintenance
Emergency Call SystemListed as: 24-hour emergency response

Additional Policies & Features

Pets Allowed

Amenities & Lifestyle

Private Dining Room
Activities
Arts & Crafts
Book Club
Exercise Classes
Poker
Trivia/Quiz Challenges
Sing-Alongs
Culinary Outings
Educational Talks and Lectures
Mindfulness and Wellness Programs
Gardening
  • Outings to cultural landmarks and area highlights
  • Live performances (musicians, comedians, storytellers)
Highlights
  • Utilities included (electricity, gas, water, sewer, Wi-Fi, basic cable)

Dining & Nutrition

InfoSourced directly from the team at Sanford Estates Gracious Retirement Living.
  • Low-sodium / heart-healthy options.

Room Accommodations

Building Type3-story
Studio 388–814 sq ft
1 Bedroom 510–848 sq ft
2 Bedroom 937–1,083 sq ft

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Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Sanford Estates Gracious Retirement Living

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Places of interest near Sanford Estates Gracious Retirement Living

Address 4.6 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Roswell's city center to Sanford Estates Gracious Retirement Living's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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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. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. 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.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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 citations (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
The average number of citations this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total citations ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
Brookdale Chambrel Roswell
IL
AL
MC
Roswell
30
Facility 30
GA AVG 94
Rank #126 / 134
Yes
55
Facility 55
GA AVG 42
Rank #73 / 239
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
48
Facility 48
GA AVG 14
Rank #6 / 136
A+Jaime Henry2
0
Facility 0
GA AVG 25
Rank #1 / 115
0.0
Facility 0.0
GA AVG 1.6
Rank #1 / 115
St. George Village
IL
AL
CCRC
MC
NH
SNF
Roswell (Greenway)
30
Facility 30
GA AVG 94
Rank #126 / 134
Yes
55
Facility 55
GA AVG 42
Rank #73 / 239
1 Bed / 2 Bed
20
Facility 20
GA AVG 14
Rank #30 / 136
--7
1
Facility 1
GA AVG 25
Rank #16 / 115
0.1
Facility 0.1
GA AVG 1.6
Rank #16 / 115
Sanford Estates Gracious Retirement Living
IL
Roswell-Yes
43
Facility 43
GA AVG 42
Rank #116 / 239
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed------
The Mansions at Sandy Springs Senior Independent Living
IL
Peachtree Corners-Yes
63
Facility 63
GA AVG 42
Rank #48 / 239
1 Bed / 2 Bed------
Veranda at Grove Way
IL
Roswell-No
59
Facility 59
GA AVG 42
Rank #60 / 239
1 Bed / 2 Bed------

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each independent living community is ranked against every other GA independent living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 5 on this page. See how we rank facilities

Financial Assistance for
Independent Living in Georgia

Sanford Estates Gracious Retirement Living is located in Roswell, Georgia.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Georgia.

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Community Care Services Program

Georgia Medicaid CCSP

Age 65+ or disabled
General Georgia resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
GA

High rural demand; waitlists possible.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Adult day care (~$75/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Meals

Respite Care Program

Georgia NFCSP Respite

Age Caregiver of someone 60+ (or with dementia)
General Georgia resident.
Income Limits No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
Asset Limits Not applicable.
GA

Focus on metro and rural balance.

Benefits
In-home aide (4-6 hours/day) Adult day care (~$75/day) Facility stay (up to 5 days)

Home and Community Services (HCS)

Georgia Home and Community Services (Non-Medicaid)

Age 60+
General Georgia resident, functionally impaired, at risk of nursing home placement.
Income Limits (2025) No strict limit; prioritizes ~$41,000/year; cost-sharing for higher incomes.
Asset Limits Not specified; need-based.
GA

Non-Medicaid; AAA-managed.

Benefits
Personal care (4-6 hours/day) Homemaker Adult day care ($80/day) Respite (~5 days/year)

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Georgia Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General Georgia resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI).
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
GA

Three tiers; entitlement benefit.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

Georgia Medicaid PACE

Age 55+
General Georgia resident, nursing home-level care need, safe with PACE support.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
GA

Limited areas (e.g., Macon, Augusta).

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Medical care Meals Transportation Therapy

SOURCE (Service Options Using Resources in a Community Environment)

Georgia Medicaid SOURCE Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General Georgia resident, Medicaid-eligible, frail but not necessarily nursing home-level.
Income Limits (2025) ~$914/month (SSI level); QIT allowed.
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
GA

Enhanced primary care model; statewide via 12 sites.

Benefits
Personal care (4-6 hours/day) Case management Adult day health ($80/day) Respite (limited)

Optional State Supplementation (OSS)

Georgia Optional State Supplementation

Age 65+ or disabled
General Georgia resident, in approved facility, low-income/SSI recipient.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,004/month including SSI
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
GA

~$20-$489/month based on facility type.

Benefits
Cash (~$20-$489/month) for room/board in personal care homes

Frequently Asked Questions about Sanford Estates Gracious Retirement Living

Is Sanford Estates Gracious Retirement Living in a walkable area?

Sanford Estates Gracious Retirement Living has a walk score of 43. Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

Are pets allowed at Sanford Estates Gracious Retirement Living?

Yes, Sanford Estates Gracious Retirement Living allows residents to bring their pets.

What is the best email address for Sanford Estates Gracious Retirement Living?

The team at Sanford Estates Gracious Retirement Living can be reached at info@sanford-estates.seniorlivinginstyle.com.

How much does Sanford Estates Gracious Retirement Living cost per month?

Pricing at Sanford Estates Gracious Retirement Living starts at $2,795 per month, with rates varying by floorplan and additional care needs.

Are there photos of Sanford Estates Gracious Retirement Living?

Yes — there are 6 photos of Sanford Estates Gracious Retirement Living in the photo gallery on this page.

What levels of care does Sanford Estates Gracious Retirement Living provide?

Sanford Estates Gracious Retirement Living offers Independent Living.

What is the address of Sanford Estates Gracious Retirement Living?

Sanford Estates Gracious Retirement Living is located at 500 Walton Way, Roswell, GA 30076.

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