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If you’re looking for independent living in the Atlanta area, our local senior living advisors can help you each step of the way. From affordable independent living for seniors to luxury options, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of independent living in Atlanta. From there, we’ll show you the best independent living communities for your lifestyle, interests, and budget.
Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 385 independent living facilities in Atlanta, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.
We are also serving Independent Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Summerhill, Green Acres and Kingswood.
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Independent Living Facilities near Atlanta, GA
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Decatur Christian Towers
Everybody was extremely nice and helpful in getting me in touch with the right resources to move my loved one into the place. I thought it was a good facility and I can not think of any improvements that need to be made.
Read moreThe Georgian Lakeside in Roswell, GA
People are friendly and they make you feel at home. No one gets ignored, they make you feel appreciated. The community is well kept, ran, and cared for. It's a very attractive place. You're made to feel at home.
Read moreTerraBella Roswell
So far, we are pleased with the cleanliness and orderliness of the building, the wonderful staff, and the way they care for the residents.We have not been here long, but so far we are very pleased.
Read moreHammond Glen Retirement Community
335 Hammond Dr NE, Atlanta, GA 30328 | 11.5 milesfrom Atlanta center
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See all Sunshine Retirement Living LLC communities
Located in the heart of Sandy Springs, Hammond Glen offers the feel of the country and the convenience of the city. Our one and two bedroom apartments have full-service kitchens, balconies, and large walk-in closets. We offer 24-hour staff, scheduled transportation, restaurant, housekeeping,...
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We chose Hammond Glen because of the closeness to me, the view from her room (she overlooks a forest reserve) so it is very quiet and private, And also the staff were bending over backwards. They do whatever...
Atria Buckhead
2848 Lenox Road, Atlanta, GA 30324 | 6.5 milesfrom Atlanta center
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Atria Buckhead is an elegant senior community in the heart of Atlanta. Residents can relax in one of several plush sitting rooms or enjoy lively conversation with friends. Atria Buckhead is conveniently located near downtown Atlanta and some of the southeast's best shopping, the Atlanta Botanical...
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we haven't officially moved my loved one in yet due to some delays on our end. however, everyone i've spoke with over the past several months have been extremely helpful. from the nursing director to sales...
Sunrise of Huntcliff Summit I
8592 Roswell Road, Atlanta, GA 30350 | 16.6 milesfrom Atlanta center
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See all Sunrise Senior Living communities
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, and over 30 years experience; Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of...
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They are extremely friendly and supportive at this community. There is a lot of activities to do if you want to do it and participate. They also provide a lot of services for the community and residents.
Brighton Gardens of Dunwoody
1240 Ashford Center Parkway, Atlanta, GA 30338 | 13.7 milesfrom Atlanta center
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Brighton Gardens provides assisted living in an apartment-style setting that offers the simple pleasures - nutritious food, comfortable surroundings, and the support of a warm, caring and competent staff. A separate Special Care Center for residents with Alzheimer's or other memory related...
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Food is bad. Sometimes too spicy. Sometimes not enough to eat. Sometimes all my aunt gets for dinner is a grilled cheese sandwich. Please hire a cook that knows what old people need.
Charter of Vinings
2401 Cumberland Pkwy SE, Atlanta, GA 30339 | 7.9 milesfrom Atlanta center
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See all Charter Senior Living communities
Go do more of what you love.Sometimes as you get older, you need a little extra help. At our personal care and memory care community in Atlanta, Georgia, we can assist you with the little things — like simple housekeeping and meals — and with bathing and getting dressed, too. We customize your...
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The accessibility of the nurses on staff is something that really sticks out to me. They have 2 licensed nurses and I have 24 hour accessibility to them. I know that the activities director is very engaged,...
Brighton Gardens of Buckhead
3088 Lenox Road, Atlanta, GA 30324 | 7 milesfrom Atlanta center
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Brighton Gardens provides assisted living in an apartment-style setting that offers the simple pleasures - nutritious food, comfortable surroundings, and the support of a warm, caring and competent staff. A separate Special Care Center for residents with Alzheimer's or other memory related...
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They made things and this whole process easier. They seem to be caring and they're helpful when it comes to doing things like helping my mom out with her room. My mom always tell me about their morning...
Arbor Terrace at Cascade
1001 Research Center Atlanta Drive SW, Atlanta, GA 30331 | 5 milesfrom Atlanta center
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Arbor Terrace at Cascade provides the highest quality of geriatric care and assisted living in the Atlanta, Georgia area, including innovative memory care designed specifically for those affected by Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias. Every resident receives unique and personalized care and...
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We have developed both friendships, and relationships with the staff. The staff is very concerned about the residents, and very hands-on with letting family know about any changes.
The Phoenix at Dunwoody
4484 North Shallowford Road, Dunwoody, GA 30338 | 13.4 milesfrom Atlanta center
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See all Phoenix Senior Living communities
The Phoenix at Dunwoody understands that at any age, maintaining a sense of freedom and independence is very important. At The Phoenix at Dunwoody, we strive for Excellence and Compassion in serving others. Our Assisted Living Associates ensure that interactions are Meaningful and Personalized...
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Overall except last couple of weeks 4+ My Mothers backside at the coccyx began to have skin breakdown and I think she became dehydrated. Individually each caregiver listened to my concerns but I don't...
Villa Palazzo
1260 Hightower Trail, Sandy Springs, GA 30350 | 3.5 milesfrom Atlanta center
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At Villa Palazzo, our pet friendly senior living community, delivers compassionate care while helping our residents with their daily routine. We develop individual care plans to meet the needs of each resident, and a full-time licensed nurse is available 24 hours a day to provide clinical...
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We chose Village Palazzo because it was close to her doctors offices and also the value for the money. Her room size is average, it is plenty of space for what she needs. She does say that she doesn't get a...
Somerby Sandy Springs
25 Glenlake Pkwy NE, Sandy Springs, GA 30328 | 13.2 milesfrom Atlanta center
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Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care
See all Bridge Senior Living communities
So convenient to the perimeter of Atlanta, our community of Somerby Sandy Springs is a real gem offering Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care living and care options on one campus. Situated on a full six acres, it’s tucked away from the hustle and bustle yet is easy for family...
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The cleanliness of this community is very good, and the staff members are absolutely wonderful. I do think it is a good value, and overall the place is nice, but the only problem i do have with it would be...
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Corso Atlanta
3200 Howell Mill Rd, Atlanta, GA 30327 | 7.6 milesfrom Atlanta center
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Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care
Step through the doors at Corso Atlanta and you’ll discover a new class of senior living. Here, the community and character of a local neighborhood meet the culture and convenience of a modern city center – with all the comforts and services essential to living a vibrant life. Schedule a tour and...
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Corso Atlanta was a brand new, really lovely facility. I was just concerned it might be too too big and overwhelming for my loved one with memory issues. Even though it wasn't the right fit for her, I...
Calvin Court
479 E Paces Ferry Rd NE, Atlanta, GA 30305 | 6.4 milesfrom Atlanta center
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Provides: Senior Aparments
Step inside Calvin Court and feel the energy. Located in dynamic Buckhead Calvin Court offers affordable living for senior adults from all walks of life. Here you might meet a professional artist sketching on the patio, yoga enthusiasts stretching in the gym, friends gathering for a night of...
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We chose Calvin Court because of the location. The apartment sizes are very ample, it is 11 stories so they do not have balconies. They try to enforce rules which I think is wonderful and we have been very...
Sunrise of Huntcliff II
8480 Roswell Road, Atlanta, GA 30350 | 16.5 milesfrom Atlanta center
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
See all Sunrise Senior Living communities
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living...
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We thought this community was very expensive for what our loved one received, As far as we know they did offer a decent amount of activities for the residents to participate in. Our loved one was in wheel...
The Piedmont at Buckhead
650 Phipps Blvd NE, Atlanta, GA 30326 | 7.6 milesfrom Atlanta center
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See all Senior Resource Group communities
At The Hallmark at Buckhead, you’ll receive the best there is to offer in Buckhead independent living. Surroundings of the utmost quality are complemented with the highest standards of personalized service. A buy-in is never required to live at Parc, and our resident-friendly lease terms provide...
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I have now lived at The Piedmont at Buckhead for 7 years. Lived in Manhattan (NYC) for 20 years and before before retiring in 2015, I visited 5 Independent Living Communities in metropolitan Atlanta. My...
Dogwood Forest of Dunwoody
7400 Peachtree Dunwoody Road, Atlanta, GA 30328 | 14.5 milesfrom Atlanta center
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
See all Holbrook Life communities
At Dogwood Forest, we understand that the environment you live in significantly impacts the quality of life that you live. That's why we created our assisted living environments and programs with all of the details that have been clinically proven to produce positive outcomes in the health and...
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I have no complaints of how things went for my loved one while he was at this community for his respite stay. The staff where wonderful to work with and I was comfortable with the care they provided him. He...
Mann House Sandy Springs
5413 Northland Dr, Atlanta, GA 30342 | 10.7 milesfrom Atlanta center
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
See all Agewell Living LLC communities
With all the amenities here, it's silver tray, residential assisted living. It began back in 1988, when The Mann House launched the whole luxury-care, assisted-living concept. Today, as large corporations clamor to compete, we stand in quiet contrast. Judged by every criteria — reputation,...
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My Mom was treated very well while in memory care at the Mann House. And, I did notice that other residents were well cared for as well. The Mann House is very pleasant and well cared for. The residents...
Belmont Village Buckhead
5455 Glenridge Drive Northeast, Atlanta, GA 30342 | 10.5 milesfrom Atlanta center
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The Belmont Village Buckhead senior living community is nestled in a quiet, tree-lined residential neighborhood of Sandy Springs, a suburb of Atlanta, Georgia. The facility's prime location offers convenient access to hospitals and healthcare facilities, places of worship, shopping, restaurants...
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This is a outstanding community. The staff is always very helpful. I like that my parents feel like they are free to feel like. The staff does meet all the needs that we are requiring for both of my...
Berman Commons
2026 Womack Rd, Dunwoody, GA 30338 | 14.7 milesfrom Atlanta center
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Established in 2015, Berman Commons is a kosher assisted living and memory care community conveniently located in Dunwoody, a suburb of Atlanta near Sandy Springs and North Buckhead, and adjacent to the Marcus Jewish Community Center of Atlanta (MJCCA). In 2017 we earned our certification as an...
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My brother and I needed to get my mother into Assisted Living in a very expedited manor. [name removed] was amazingly helpful...transparent...flexible...hard-working in making this happen and making sure...
Ashford Parkside
3522 Blair Circle, Atlanta, GA 30319 | 11.2 milesfrom Atlanta center
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$X,XXX+ monthly
Provides: Senior Aparments
The Ashford Parkside is a stunning senior housing for those over the age of 62 that live in North DeKalb County in Ashford, GA. Not only are the senior housing apartments an excellent choice for those who want the freedom of independence without any of the menial tasks, but they are located right...
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My mother is doing fairly well here at this community. They do have a good staff here, they have been good to work with. It is a nice and clean community. They have a calendar with all the activities they...
Renaissance on Peachtree
3755 Peachtree Rd NE, Atlanta, GA 30319 | 8.2 milesfrom Atlanta center
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At Renaissance on Peachtree, the characteristics are distinctive and luxurious, while the hospitality is charming and unmistakably Southern. Nestled in the heart of Atlanta's affluent Buckhead community, Renaissance on Peachtree's lifestyle is remarkably upscale and instinctive - providing the...
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We have not had experience with this community passed moving our loved one in, but we picked Renaissance on Peachtree because the community itself is beautiful
Legacy Ridge at Buckhead
4804 Roswell Rd, Atlanta, GA 30342 | 9.3 milesfrom Atlanta center
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See all Atlas Senior Living communities
SENIORS FROM ATLANTAAND SURROUNDING AREASCHOOSE OUR COMMUNITY FOREXCEPTIONAL ASSISTED LIVINGAND MEMORY CARE SERVICES.Vibrancy and charm are what separateLegacy Ridge at Buckhead from othercommunities. When seniors and theirfamilies visit us, they quickly discoverour dedication and expertise to...
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Very happy with everything, exceeded expecatations. It's friendly, caring and clean. People pay attention to residents and it feels like a secure environment where residents can't just leave. They really...
Sunrise of Buckhead
1000 Lenox Park Boulevard Northeast, Atlanta, GA 30319 | 7.7 milesfrom Atlanta center
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In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living...
...Activity Director
Day trips and outings
I think when you first start looking for an assisted living environment, you have expectations about how much care they will provide. For me, some of the gotcha's or surprises were around things like...
Summerset Assisted Living
3711 Benjamin E Mays Dr SW, Atlanta, GA 30331 | 4.9 milesfrom Atlanta center
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Summerset Assisted Living is a senior living community in Atlanta, Georgia that was founded in December of 2000. Here at Summerset we offer families a home away from home that is warm and friendly. The staff is warm and friendly, and we offer plenty of activities for our elderly residents to do....
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Beauty Salon
It was difficult to get written documentation upfront of the facility's policies. I felt that the administrative staff that I met presented the facility well. I just like to see everything in writing. ...
Heartis Buckhead (Now Open)
2051 Peachtree Rd NE, Atlanta, GA 30309 | 4.2 milesfrom Atlanta center
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See all Integral Senior Living Management Group communities
OPENING 2022 | Brimming with energy and sophistication, Heartis Buckhead is a luxurious boutique community for passionate people looking to fill their lives with their favorite things. Enjoy modern touches, expansive views,and endless activities for all the beautiful days ahead.Independent...
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Dunwoody Pines Retirement Community
4355 Georgetown Square, Atlanta, GA 30338 | 13.1 milesfrom Atlanta center
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See all Sunshine Retirement Living LLC communities
Dunwoody Pines is an affordable all-inclusive retirement community, located in the heart of Dunwoody, just minutes from shops, restaurants and major hospitals. A Sunshine Retirement Living Community, we offer a variety of amenities to simplify your life, including three chef-prepared meals daily,...
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My sister loves Dunwoody Pines so far. I took her here to tour and she looked around and really liked it from the start, the apartment sizes are very nice. She does like to cook and the apartment that she...
Independent Living in Cities Near Atlanta
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Cost of independent living in Atlanta, GA
The average cost of senior living in Atlanta is 3,317 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Lithia Springs, GA with an average of 2,145 per month.
Monthly average independent living cost comparisons
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- $3,317Atlanta, GA
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Research services for seniors in Atlanta, Georgia
In Atlanta, GA, seniors have access to local offices and organizations that may help them obtain financial assistance for senior care, including:
Financial assistance
In Atlanta, GA, seniors have access to local offices and organizations that may help them obtain financial assistance for senior care, including:
Transportation
MARTA provides public rail transportation throughout Atlanta and also offers streetcar services around the city’s entertainment district. Atlanta is considered very walkable, which means most errands can be completed on foot. The Fulton County Uber/Lyft program provides transportation to eligible Fulton County seniors who are 60 years old and above.
Health care
Atlanta offers several health care providers for seniors wanting to be proactive about their health or for seniors seeking treatment for chronic conditions. The area has several world-class hospitals, including Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital, Northside Hospital, and Emory University Hospital.
Senior activities
The Atlanta metropolitan area is the ninth most populous city region in the United States, and as such, has plenty to offer in the way of entertainment and recreation. Atlanta is a city steeped in history and culture, and is full of opportunities to enrich your mind or simply take a minute to relax and appreciate the beauty of your surroundings. The Atlanta History Center, located in the Buckhead District, is a history museum that includes various exhibits — historic houses, gardens, and a rotating events schedule. Near downtown Atlanta you can find The King Center, a historic site and “living memorial” dedicated to the life and legacy of celebrated civil rights leader Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. The King Center is located on a 35-acre historical park encompassing several buildings and monuments integral to Dr. King’s history and influence. For those interested in science and marine life, Atlanta boasts a world-class aquarium. Billed as “the largest aquarium in the western hemisphere,” the Georgia Aquarium comprises exhibits featuring thousands of animals and has earned the distinction of being only one of four sites in the world to feature a manta ray.
What is independent living?
Independent living offers a stress-free lifestyle for older adults. Independent living communities don’t provide personal care or supervision, but do offer generally healthy adults opportunities for socialization and hassle-free living. Independent living services often include:
- Nutritious meals and snacks
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Home maintenance and repairs
- Social activities and outings
Complete guide to independent living
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Frequently asked questions
What are the top rated independent living facilities near Atlanta, Georgia?
Dogwood Forest of Acworth, Annabelle on Main and Legacy Ridge at Peachtree are the top rated independent living facilities near Atlanta, Georgia. See full list of communities.
How many independent living facilities are there near Atlanta, Georgia?
There are 385 independent living facilities near Atlanta, Georgia. See the full list.
What are the best independent living facilities in Atlanta, Georgia?
The best independent living facilities near you in Atlanta, Georgia are Hammond Glen Retirement Community. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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