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The cost of independent living in Cornelia is about $4,015 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 183 options. Read 2616 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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The staff at Cannon Wood is exceptional. They are caring and compassionate. The food is excellent, however I think they could use a few more activities. The community is well taken care of. It is like a...
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.
Cannon Wood Village is senior community located in the peaceful area that is Tiger, GA. This community provides seniors with a home in a quiet area, allowing them to get away from the hustle and bustle of the rest of the world. The town of Tiger offers a drive-in, a library, a historical society,...
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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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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
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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.
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
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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, 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.
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.
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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.
If you are looking for a retirement home for yourself or a family member, you’ve come to the right place. Our mission is to provide affordable housing for seniors, age 50 and up, in a Christian environment. Baptist Retirement Communities of Georgia provides below market independent living at our...
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.
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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.
If you are looking for the perfect place to retire for yourself or a family member, you’ve come to the right place. Our mission is to provide affordable housing for seniors, age 50 and up, in a Christian environment.Baptist Retirement Communities of Georgia provides below market independent...
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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...
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I have visited this community over the past 4 years and I have not felt more welcome than I do now! The community smells clean and the residents are always smiling. Just go to their Facebook page and you...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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This is a really big facility and I think that they could probably use more staff to make sure that things are being done properly. I am not very pleased with the whole thing. I guess they do the best that...
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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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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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They are very good to me here. The aides treat me good and are very nice to me. The rooms are huge, and I have a private room with a nice size bathroom and shower.
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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.
Lazy-R Personal Care Lazy-R Personal Care is a well-established senior living community located in the quaint town of Blairsville, Georgia. This small town has loads of charm and is a warm and welcoming town. Lazy-R is easily accessed just off of Highway 15. Nearby is the southern cuisine Fatz...
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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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I haven't had a chance to see the community myself, but from what I've heard from my loved one things seem to be going well. He seems very content here, he is pleased with his room and the community in...
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.
Magnolia Estates of Winder, was constructed and opened in 1990. This facility is the second of the three facilities and is fashioned with a more somewhat contemporary styling. Magnolia Estates of Winder's long, spacious hallways and elegantly furnished interiors make Magnolia Estates of Winder...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Basic low cost Independent living. Lower than any other in the area. Improved varieties of food and more activities would make it a very good place to stay.
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.
Four Seasons Independent Living CenterFour Seasons Independent Living Center is an independent living community which lies quietly in a discreet street in Winder, GA. This picturesque living community is located in the quiet area of the Barrow Country and holds a rustic charm. Winder is a...
Cost of independent living in Cornelia, GA
The average cost of senior living in Cornelia is $4,015 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Helen, GA with an average of $3,117 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Cornelia, GA vs. nearby cities
Cornelia, GA
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Cornelia, GA vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about independent living in Cornelia
Recent reviews for independent living in Cornelia
TerraBella Sugarloaf in Suwanee, GA
4.9
The staff is very friendly and helpful, and you have activities, except for Saturday and Sunday. They have transportation within a ten mile radius and no charge. They also do outings, such as trips to grocery stores and restaurants. The move in was easy. The meals are good, but should be more ...
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Cumming Senior Living
5.0
We moved our dad here in January of this year. I have been so happy with the quality of care and cleanliness. All of the other families of the residents that I’ve met are all so kind. The food is excellent as well! I highly recommend Cumming Nursing Center for your loved one.
Annabelle on Main in Duluth, GA
4.8
It has been wonderful. I don't go to many activities, but the ones I have been to are great and they have a lot provided. I have a one bedroom apartment and it is a little small, but the others I have seen are awesome size. I definitely recommend Annabelle on Main to others.
Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Friendly and welcoming staff. Many reviews mention the kindness and warmth of the staff in various communities. For example, at Smoky Springs by Barclay House, parents cannot stop praising the friendliness of the employees at Smokey Springs, and at Ashwood Meadows, the staff couldn't be more perfect according to one resi ...
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Well-maintained living spaces and amenities. Reviews consistently mention the cleanliness and upkeep of the communities. At Ashwood Meadows, the facility is immaculate, and at TerraBella Sugarloaf, housekeeping is very good. Some communities, like Ashton Manor at Sugarloaf, have had issues with maintenance and turnover but overall re ...
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Delicious meals and dining experiences. Throughout the reviews, quality food is a common theme, with residents expressing satisfaction with the meals at their communities. For example, at Ashwood Meadows, the food is OUTSTANDING, and at The Villas at Canterfield, the food would have had a higher rating if not for changes in qualit ...
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Variety of activities for all interests. Activities offer something for everyone at the communities. For instance, at TerraBella Sugarloaf, there are activities, except for Saturday and Sunday, and at The Mansions at Gwinnett Park Senior Independent Living, there are lots of activities to keep residents engaged. Some communities, l ...
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Affordable pricing and value for money. Several residents mention the affordability of their communities, such as Smoky Springs by Barclay House, which was picked because of the price and Ashwood Meadows, which was a great value for the cost. However, some communities, like Chapters of Buford, have faced challenges with staffing ...
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Supportive and caring community atmosphere. Residents often comment on the sense of community and support they feel at their new homes. At Linwood Estates Gracious Retirement Living, for example, residents are treated like close family, and at Smoky Springs by Barclay House, the staff went above and beyond to make a difficult transiti ...
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Cornelia independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Cornelia independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Cornelia, 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 Cornelia 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 Cornelia partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Cornelia, GANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
17.7%
20.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
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34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
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Vegetarian
Vegetarian
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Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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Availability of select dining options in Cornelia 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 Cornelia communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Cornelia, GANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
34.8%
36.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
45.6%
43.7%
Room service
Room service
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37.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Cornelia 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 Cornelia offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Cornelia, GANational
Activity director
Activity director
53.2%
45%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
39.2%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
34.2%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
60.8%
48%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
55.7%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
59.5%
54.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
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43%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
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38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
40.5%
41.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
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47.3%
Live performances
Live performances
52.5%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
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32.7%
Fitness center
Fitness center
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39.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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Park at Johns Creek, Oaks at Hampton and Ashwood Meadows are the top-rated independent living facilities near Cornelia, Georgia. See full list of communities.
There are 183 independent living facilities near Cornelia, Georgia. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Cornelia, Georgia are Oaks at Hampton, Belvedere Commons of Seneca and Keowee Square. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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