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The cost of independent living in Collier is about $3,435 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 16 options. Read 69 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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Photo of The Oaks by Windham
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Although staff seems to change often with no notice to family everyone is extremely nice and very attending. They have special activities for families but they are usually during week when most people are...
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.
The Oaks of Lake Wildwood sits quietly nestled away in the Cherry Blossom capital of the world -- Macon, Georgia. Just as the cherry trees in the springtime welcome the sunshine, we welcome you to come and tour our lovely community. We are conveniently located near I-475. You will experience a...
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After major surgery,needed respite care to get back on my feet. [name removed] and [name removed] went above and beyond helping secure medical equipment in Atlanta and Macon. Everyone,staff and...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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 Oaks - Peake provides a senior living community to those seniors who are looking to make Macon, GA their home. This community is located in a city that offers much to do and see. Macon is a part of Bibb County, and it provides entertainment and attractions to residents and guests. Those...
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Photo of The Cottages on Wesleyan
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I am happy with this community that I now live in. The staff are caring and always making sure that things are going well for us. We like the menu and the activities that are offered for when we want to...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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 Cottages on Wesleyan offers maintenance free living in a beautifully designed and luxurious community. Both independent and assisted living options are designed with the needs of seniors and active adults in mind. Our Independent Living community specializes in providing homes that meet every...
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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.
Westhill Macon offers assisted living and memory care in a beautiful, luxurious residence to call your own, because our delivery of care is as unique as our resort style service. You’ll find outstanding caregivers and extraordinary care, tailored to your preferences. Our comfortably classy design...
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I have lived at The Gables for almost 3 years come June. I loved it even before I came for the tour. The staff at a Place for Mom was wonderful. They put me up in a very nice suite at The Gateway while I...
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.
Conveniently located in prestigious North Macon, The Gables are nestled within the beautifully landscaped area of Wolf Creek. Churches, banks, restaurants and shopping are only five minutes away. Our luxurious but affordable patio homes are available with one and two bedroom floor plans with...
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My loved one is very happy here and the other residents are all great. They all get along well and look out for each other. It is a good fit for my loved one. The gals who work here are awesome - they really...
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: 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.
Forsyth Station is an active 55 plus adult gated community that will be comprised of 60 residences located in the city limits of Forsyth and within walking distance of the Historic Courthouse Square. The residents will be able to choose between one or two bedroom floor plans. These beautiful...
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All staff members and caregivers are helpful, professional and really concerned about the residents. My aunt likes the food and room. Just wish she would make more friends. [Name removed], [name removed] 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: 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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Photo of The Woods Senior Care
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The place at The Woods is a very beautiful and clean facility. One area I can think of where they might could improve a little is that I do think they could use a little more instruction in memory 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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My mother has been at this facility for 3 years and loves it. This place is great. They take very good care of their residents. Great family environment.
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.
Autumn Village Assisted Living is a senior living community located in Jackson, GA, in Butts County. Jackson is the county seat of Butts County and is located just forty minutes southwest of Atlanta. Jackson is a diverse town, rich in history and natural settings. It is just minutes from...
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.
Photo of Pike Manor
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: 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.

Cost of independent living in Collier, GA

The average cost of senior living in Collier is $3,435 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Hampton, GA with an average of $2,707 per month.

Independent living costs in Collier, GA, vs. nearby cities

Collier, GA
$3,435/mo
$3,087/mo

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

Collier, GA
$3,435/mo
$4,352/mo
U.S. national average
$4,159/mo

Independent living costs in Collier, GA, vs. other senior living options

$3,841/mo
Independent Living
$3,435/mo

Independent living costs in Collier, GA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,425/mo
Studio
$4,389/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,085/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,422/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,000/mo

Senior living costs in Collier 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: Collier, GA
Column state: Georgia
Column national: U.S.
Community typeCollier, GAGeorgiaU.S.
Independent Living$3,435/mo$4,352/mo$4,159/mo
Assisted Living$3,381/mo$3,739/mo$4,711/mo
Memory Care$3,841/mo$4,273/mo$4,945/mo
Independent Living
Collier, GA:$3,435/mo
Georgia:$4,352/mo
U.S.:$4,159/mo
Assisted Living
Collier, GA:$3,381/mo
Georgia:$3,739/mo
U.S.:$4,711/mo
Memory Care
Collier, GA:$3,841/mo
Georgia:$4,273/mo
U.S.:$4,945/mo
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Independent living costs in Collier, GA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Collier and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Independent living cost trends in Collier, GA

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Collier have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Collier, GA$2,448/mo$2,349/mo+4.2%
Georgia$2,831/mo$2,889/mo-2.0%
National$2,807/mo$2,778/mo+1.0%
Collier, GA
2024 average cost:$2,448/mo
2023 average cost:$2,349/mo
Percent change:+4.2%
Georgia
2024 average cost:$2,831/mo
2023 average cost:$2,889/mo
Percent change:-2.0%
National
2024 average cost:$2,807/mo
2023 average cost:$2,778/mo
Percent change:+1.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in Collier

Recent reviews for independent living in Collier

The Cottages on Wesleyan in Macon, GA

4.7
The Cottages is a wonderful facility with a great staff. They have provided my mother with a very caring and supportive environment. The scale of operations at The Cottages gives it a home/family feel that is unique and enables a very personalized experience.

Dream Catcher in Jackson, GA

4.8
There's a lot of love there. The director and all the admin staff have been really good. They really seem to care about the patients. My loved one says they come and talk to her every day and are very loving. She says she's really happy with the food. The breakfast is really good, with ...
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Brightmoor Senior Living in Griffin, GA

4.5
In the beginning I was trying to find a close community for my mom and needed to see her 3 times a week. I really liked meeting with the sales staff, her interaction lead me to move my mom in. It has been great for her. I am impressed with how nice the staff are to her. My mom says the are just ...
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Collier independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Collier independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Collier, 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 Collier 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 Collier partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Collier, GANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
13.3%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
20%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
20%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
6.7%
33.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
6.7%
10.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Collier 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 Collier communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Collier, GANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
6.7%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
33.3%
43.4%
Room service
Room service
6.7%
36.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Collier 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 Collier offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Collier, GANational
Activity director
Activity director
33.3%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
13.3%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
13.3%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
40%
48.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
40%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
33.3%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
6.7%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
20%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
40%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
33.3%
46.7%
Dances
Dances
6.7%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
13.3%
39.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
40%
46.4%
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The Oaks by Windham, Pruitt Place Peake and The Cottages on Wesleyan are the top-rated independent living facilities near Collier, Georgia. See full list of communities.
There are 16 independent living facilities near Collier, Georgia. See the full list.
The best independent living facility near you in Collier, Georgia is John-Wesley Villas. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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