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8 Best Independent Living Communities in Polk County, GA
The cost of independent living in Polk County is about $3,188 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 8 options. Read 70 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.
As you explore independent living near you, you may also want to consider options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Cartersville, Rome and Rockmart.
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Everyone was friendly & cared for my husband exceptionally. Had nurses checking on him every 30 min 24/7. Even cut up food & made sure he ate. Very satisfied with the facility. Sadly, he passed away but...
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 Big Springs Village, we help our residents thrive, aid them in their daily routines, and can provide rehabilitation and therapy services through our home health partners. We develop individual care plans to meet the needs of each resident, nursing staff is available 24 hours a day to provide...
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Hi, my name is [name removed]. My uncle lives at this facility and we were invited to the Thanksgiving luncheon. The table settings were beautiful. The food taste like grandma made it herself. They were so...
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.
Highlands Senior Living Rome, formerly The Gardens of Rome, is located in Rome, Georgia, surrounded by the stunning Appalachian foothills. Our community is proud to offer All- Inclusive Rates while providing exceptional personalized care and memory care services. We are also proud to have...
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They did a good job keeping the community clean. The staff was attentive to my mother and all treated her well. They were very nice to her and made her feel special. They took good care of her and helped her...
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.
Cedar Hill Senior Living is a privately owned personal care facility in Cedartown, Georgia. Our members have over 15 years experience in serving seniors. We are a community that offers safe and secure personalized living plans, memory care and respite care. Our goal is to provide a community with...
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Excellent caring facility. Everyone is treated like family. I would highly recommend this facility.
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.
The Kelly Foundation for Senior Living Inc. is a non-profit 501(c)(3) recognized corporation dedicated to providing safe, high quality, affordable housing to seniors in the northwest Georgia area. The Kelly Foundation was established in 2008 and has recently opened the Thomas Kelly Senior Living...
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: 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.
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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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Cost of independent living in Polk County, GA
The average cost of senior living in Polk County is $3,188 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Temple, GA with an average of $2,968 per month.
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What families are saying about independent living in Polk County
Recent reviews for independent living in Polk County
Creekside Pines Retirement Community in Dallas, GA
5.0
Our loved one is currently a resident at Creekside Pines Retirement Community and everything has been great for him at this facility so far. We love this facility! The staff are all wonderful. They are very kind and caring. The food is very good. They offer lots of activities for the residents ...
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Cedar Hill Senior Living in Cedartown, GA
4.3
When my parents first got there, the staff did a great job caring for my parents. When the new management took over there was a decline. I don't think the new staff is doing as well taking care of the residents. The food is good. They have a lot of outdoor space.
Volante of Ashbrook in Villa Rica, GA
5.0
5 stars for every category.
The staff cares about the residents and makes sure they are well cared for.
They were updating the décor when my mother passed away, and were careful to work in such a way to keep the residents safe.
They had good sized sleeping rooms and bathrooms. Mom's room ...
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Polk County independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Polk County independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Polk County, 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 Polk County 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 Polk County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
37.5%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
25%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
25%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
50%
32.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
25%
8.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Polk County 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 Polk County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
37.5%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
25%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
37.5%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12.5%
17%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Polk County 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 Polk County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
37.5%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
62.5%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
25%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
37.5%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
37.5%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
37.5%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
37.5%
32%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
37.5%
45.7%
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Highland Senior Living Rome, Burnt Hickory Residences and Big Springs Village are the top-rated independent living facilities near Polk County, Georgia. See full list of communities.
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Independent Living in Cities Near Polk County
- Cartersville, Georgia
- Rome, Georgia
- Rockmart, Georgia
- Cedartown, Georgia
- Villa Rica, Georgia
- Dallas, Georgia
- Temple, Georgia
- Cave Spring, Georgia
- Bremen, Georgia
- Aragon, Georgia
- Braswell, Georgia
- Howells Crossroads, Alabama
- Taylorsville, Georgia
- Buchanan, Georgia
- Bomar, Alabama
- Tallapoosa, Georgia
- Waco, Georgia
- Cunningham, Georgia
- Yorkville, Georgia
- Hooper, Georgia
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