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The cost of independent living in Free Home is about $3,951 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 17 options. Read 365 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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1414 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
9.9
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76 reviews
9.9
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76 reviews
5 star
76%
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16%
3 star
1%
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4%
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I have been very pleased with the caregivers and management. Many caregivers have been there for years, which is impressive. They are very friendly and let you know if your loved one has been doing well...
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.
Oaks at Hampton is proud to be an Eden Alternative® certified assisted living and memory care community located in Cumming, Georgia. The Eden registry exists to honor those organizations that have made a formal commitment to transforming traditional methods of care into an approach that puts the...
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Photo of Park at Johns Creek
2525 Photos available
9.8
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40 reviews
9.8
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40 reviews
5 star
62%
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25%
3 star
10%
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3%
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She had nothing but nice things to say about this facility. I was very surprised because we have been to other facilities that did missed a box off my checklist. This place had nice staff and it is very...
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Stylish and vibrant. Modern and uncomplicated. Spacious and thoughtfully designed. Urban excitement and suburban convenience. That's what living is like at Park at Johns Creek. If you're looking for sophistication, warmth and a sense of community, you've come to the right place. You'll find a...
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Photo of Vitality Living Milton
1212 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.6
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39 reviews
9.6
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39 reviews
5 star
66%
4 star
23%
3 star
8%
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0%
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3%
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I really like the facility a lot. It is very friendly and I just felt my mom would be comfortable living here. Although I feel like some times they are short staffed. But I understand good help is hard to...
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.
At Vitality Living Milton our mission is to create a vibrant community where residents, families and team members can be themselves, live purposefully and experience a profound sense of belonging. At the core of this is our vision to have a community where residents thrive, families engage, and...
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77 Photos available
9.3
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42 reviews
9.3
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42 reviews
5 star
48%
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19%
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21%
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5%
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7%
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So happy for this place. Mom feels good all the time, medicine management is good. Clean overall. Very friendly, helpful always. Meals are great. Activities every day, preachers on Sundays. Happy with value...
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.
Lotus Village, our senior living community located in the heart of Cumming, is known for being warm, inviting, and active. We develop individual care plans to meet the needs of each resident, and a full-time nursing staff is available 24 hours a day to provide clinical oversight and coordination...
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88 Photos available
9.2
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5 reviews
9.2
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5 reviews
5 star
80%
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Cumming Senior Living has been a very nice, clean loving home for our mother for several years. The staff is like family, and treats Mom with great respect and comfort. They bring a smile to her face, so I...
Provides: Assisted 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.
Cumming Senior Living is a welcoming community that caters to the needs of seniors in Forsyth County and the surrounding areas for over 25 years. We understand that choosing the right senior living community can be challenging, which is why we strive to make the process as easy as possible. We...
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Photo of The Villas at Canterfield
33 Photos available
9.2
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62 reviews
9.2
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62 reviews
5 star
53%
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29%
3 star
10%
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3%
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My loved one is currently a resident at The Villas at Canterfield. The food would have had a higher rating , but my loved one has been saying repeatedly that the quality of the food has changed drastically...
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.
The Villas at Canterfield is a senior living community located in a quiet, upscale and unique neighborhood in Cumming, Georgia which is in Forsyth County. It was planned for convenience and offers a luxury home atmosphere with a world class standard of living. The community has spacious,...
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Photo of Oaks at Shiloh Point
1111 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
8.8
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30 reviews
8.8
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30 reviews
5 star
50%
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30%
3 star
10%
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I would tell a freind to take advantage of the situation there I think they will be satisfied. We really liked the care we received.
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.
The services, amenities, care wellness and life-enrichment programs truly set us apart. We intentionally create living environments that are clinically proven to produce positive outcomes in seniors. Our mission is simple: we want to improve the lives of those we serve. Come experience the Oaks...
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1717 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
Pricing promotion expiring soon
8.7
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52 reviews
8.7
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52 reviews
5 star
57%
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29%
3 star
8%
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My mom has been at Oaks Post Road memory care for a year now, and it has been wonderful for her. The staff is so loving and take really good care of her. She is more active than she was at our previous...
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.
Oaks at Post Road is a proud recipient of the Forsyth County News, Best of Forsyth - Reader's Choice Award for 2019 and 2020. Each aspect of the community has been built with the best interests of elders in mind, fulfilling a mission that CEO Alex Salabarria and his father began more than two...
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Photo of The Phoenix at Milton
1111 Photos available
8.7
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40 reviews
8.7
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40 reviews
5 star
61%
4 star
18%
3 star
8%
2 star
3%
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We are so pleased with the memory care center at the Phoenix At Milton. The staff is very professional, caring, and respectful to mom. The facility is well run and really nice. We find the Phoenix At Milton...
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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Photo of Mann House Cumming
2222 Photos available
8.6
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9 reviews
8.6
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9 reviews
5 star
67%
4 star
11%
3 star
0%
2 star
22%
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With regard to The Mann House, my brother and I have been extremely pleased with our experience having our mother in their care. The high points for us have been the demeanor of the staff, the small size of...
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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Photo of Village Park Milton
99 Photos available
7.2
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11 reviews
7.2
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11 reviews
5 star
36%
4 star
46%
3 star
9%
2 star
9%
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The community is very nice but they are constantly very under staffed. Meal deliver is hit or miss and response to alert buttons can take a long time. I would recommend with a warning about staffing. Issues....
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.
Village Park Milton is a former equestrian property, with pieces and parts of the new community re- purposed from the former. The goal of the community is the whole person. This is achieved through chef-led dining, health and wellness and an active social life. Come join us!
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Photo of The Phoenix at Union Hill
1313 Photos available
1515 Floor plans available
3.0
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8 reviews
3.0
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8 reviews
5 star
62%
4 star
13%
3 star
25%
2 star
0%
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We chose The Phoenix because of the convenient location, I needed her to be close since i am her primary caregiver. I also liked that they have transitional care, it goes from independent living to assisted...
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.
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Photo of The Retreat at Canton
1111 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
6.5
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12 reviews
6.5
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12 reviews
5 star
59%
4 star
25%
3 star
8%
2 star
8%
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Yes I'd recommend to others, they are all expensive, and it's never an easy decision, you find yourself guessing how much time you can afford and how much longer they have, and that's just a gut punch.They...
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.
We are a family owned and operated Assisted Living in Memory Care located in Hickory Flat, Georgia.
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Photo of Country Gardens Lanier
1212 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
5 star
57%
4 star
29%
3 star
8%
2 star
4%
1 star
2%
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My father and mother both live at Country Gardens. I believe the caretakers are genuinely concerned about the folks who live there. The caretakers know each person on a personal level, and the environment...
Provides: Assisted 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.
Country Gardens Lanier Country Gardens Lanier offers a beautiful senior living community home for those who are looking to live in Cumming, GA. Our community is in close proximity to several beautiful parks, the library, senior center, great shopping, the Cumming Aquatic Center and Veterans War...
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Provides: Assisted 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.
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
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
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
5 star
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My Mother (who turns 103 on April 19, 2019) has been living at Regency Manor for the past 10 months. Mother had been living with me for the past 7 years and her care had become too much for me to handle...
Provides: Assisted 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.
Photo of Legacy at Walton Bluegrass
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.

Cost of independent living in Free Home, GA

The average cost of senior living in Free Home is $3,951 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Woodstock, GA with an average of $3,747 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Free Home, GA vs. nearby cities

Free Home, GA
$3,951/mo
$5,570/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Free Home, GA vs. the state and national average

Free Home, GA
$3,951/mo
$4,177/mo
U.S. national average
$4,000/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Free Home vs. other types of senior living

$4,523/mo
Independent Living
$3,951/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Free Home, GA by room type

Semi-Private
$3,835/mo
Studio
$4,980/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,954/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,682/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$6,373/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Free Home over time

Free Home, GAGA stateNational

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What families are saying about independent living in Free Home

Recent reviews for independent living in Free Home

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.

Gaines Park Senior Living in Kennesaw, GA

5.0
Mom was here for almost 3 years. Our first experience with senior residences, Gaines Park set the bar. The owners, staff, and facility were great. Clean, open, comfortable, Residents really did feel like ir was HOME.

Free Home independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Free Home independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Free Home, 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 Free Home 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 Free Home partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Free Home, GANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
11.8%
19.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
58.8%
32.8%
No sugar
No sugar
58.8%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
52.9%
32.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
23.5%
7.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Free Home 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 Free Home communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Free Home, GANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
52.9%
35%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
70.6%
41.9%
Room service
Room service
47.1%
35.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
35.3%
16.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Free Home 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 Free Home offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Free Home, GANational
Activity director
Activity director
64.7%
43.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
58.8%
27.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
35.3%
31.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
64.7%
47.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
64.7%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
64.7%
53.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
70.6%
41.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
64.7%
36.5%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
41.2%
40.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
70.6%
45.9%
Live performances
Live performances
52.9%
45.6%
Dances
Dances
35.3%
31.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
17.6%
38.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
64.7%
45.4%
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Canterfield of Kennesaw, Oaks at Hampton and Park at Johns Creek are the top-rated independent living facilities near Free Home, Georgia. See full list of communities.

There are 17 independent living facilities near Free Home, Georgia. See the full list.

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