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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Chatham County, GA

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Chatham County Independent Living Facilities | 252 Reviews
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Last Updated: 3/27/24
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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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Assisted Living
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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Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Memory Care
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.
Average starting price $X,XXX/month
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Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Average starting price $X,XXX/month
Senior Apartments
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Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Average starting price $X,XXX/month
Home Care
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Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
Recent reviews of Independent Living in Chatham County, GA
5 / 5.0

We couldn't be any more pleased with my parents move to this community. Everything is working out very well, and they are doing great. We are pleased with everything they have done for our family. They have a great staff in this facility. They are very caring, and have been friendly when we visit. T...

1.9 / 5.0

I helped my loved one move in, but have not really talked to her since. I can say that all of the staff were super friendly and helpful when we were moving in.

4.6 / 5.0

This facility is very clean and well run. The staff is super friendly and is as helpful as they could be. Unfortunately, the food is not the best. My loved one chooses to prepare a fair amount of his meals for himself.

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We picked this community, because of the availability, cost & friendly staff who are dedicated to their profession. I would recommend to others.
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
John Wesley Villas of Savannah welcomes you to the perfect mix of Southern charm and senior living. Our independent living offers the best characteristics of living in your own home without the stress of having to maintain it.John-Wesley Villas of Savannah is family owned and operated. We have...
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Staff is friendly and they provide the services they stated when mom moved it. I would recommend The Social at Savannah to others looking.
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 Social at Savannah has a fresh perspective on Senior Living. We have thrown out the blueprint for Senior Living! We are a community for older adults to thrive and enjoy living life to the fullest. We believe that words create worlds. You won't hear us refer to our community as a facility,...
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I entered the door and immediately felt welcomed and comfortable. The reception area was spotless. The residents smile and talks. The staff was very attentive and kind.
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 Oaks of Savannah Senior Living has 75 Assisted Living and Alzheimer's Care apartments, and is located next to the Isle of Hope in Savannah, Georgia. You will find us nestled among beautiful old oak trees and salt marshes. Step inside our doors, and you will discover charming retirement...
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I moved my mother in about a year ago. She is thriving and is so happy. The staff in memory care are kind and compassionate. She complains about the food sometimes, but she has gained 20 much needed pounds...
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.
Welcome to Harmony at SavannahIndependent Living | Assisted Living | Memory CareIn our continued effort to meet the demand of seniors in Savannah, Georgia, we are offering Virtual Tours, an enhanced screening procedure for new residents, along with the security, support, services and supplies...
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I would recommend the facility. We picked it because of a comparison of cost, services, and location. It worked out well. The biggest issue was with the staffing. There was a high turnover rate during this...
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.
Rivers Edge combines the ease and safety of community living with the freedom and Independence of apartment style living.
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The staff at Thrive on Skidaway are extremely friendly and knowledgeable. I like that they are able to manage medication and that they make an effort to have relationships with all of the residents. I do...
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.
Thrive on Skidaway is a dynamic elder living community that opened in Savannah, GA during the fall of 2020. We believe that if a community's focus is strictly on great care, they don't care enough. At Thrive on Skidaway great care is just a by-product of bigger and better things. Thrive team...
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Our experience has been generally good. I wish they made more effort to get residents involved with other residents and the activities.We chose the Oaks for cost, location, and first impression of the staff
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.
For older adults seeking companionship, security, or requiring customized assisted living care, the Oaks at Habersham provides the perfect place to enjoy life.We are conveniently located in the center of Savannah, and in the heart of Savannah's downtown Historic District. Our tastefully decorated...
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We moved in 2 years ago because my husband has health issues and is in a wheelchair. This has been the best place for our situation. Living here is like being in a small village where everyone looks after...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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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Overall, everything has been good. Communication is good. Distribution of medication would be my only slight concern, but nothing terrible. Before moving in, my dad used to be a little cranky, and he's...
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.
Summer Breeze Senior Living Summer Breeze is a senior living community located in the coastal town of Savannah, GA. Our community is situated on the breathtaking Wilmington Island, in between the picturesque neighborhoods of Tybee Island and Thunderbolt. The aesthetic coastal landscape of our...
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I chose this community because this was the only one we looked at that could offer the level of care my Father really needed. I looked at some of the reviews for Oaks at Pooler as well as heard some feedback...
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.
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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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Buckingham South Buckingham South is a senior living community located in Savannah, Georgia. Our residents and their guests get to enjoy the elegant beauty of Savannah, and we incorporate all of that beauty into the layout of our community. Buckingham South is a quaint place to live that offers...
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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: 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.
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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: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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.
A little assistance can help maximize your life.The Oaks Health Center, located on the campus of The Marshes, provides assisted living services administered by trained, caring professionals to those who need a little extra help with daily tasks. All our assisted living residences in Savannah are...
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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.

Cost of independent living in Chatham County, GA

The average cost of senior living in Chatham County is 4229.03 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Vernonburg, GA with an average of 3916.73 per month.

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Chatham County, GA

$4,229

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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
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Magnolia Manor on the Coast, Sunabella Senior Living and The Social at Savannah are the top rated independent living facilities near Chatham County, Georgia. See full list of communities.

There are 23 independent living facilities near Chatham County, Georgia. See the full list.

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