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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Columbia Heights, GA

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9.4
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54 reviews
9.4
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54 reviews
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I would rate everything a 5. It was a great experience.It's always clean. The staff was very accommodating. I like that they had a Facebook page and we were able to see all the activities.
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.
Sodalis Martinez is located in a vibrant suburb of Augusta, Georgia. The area is surrounded by beautiful traditions of the South and the prestige of the Masters golf tournament at Augusta National. University Hospital and Augusta University Medical Center are just an eight-mile drive from our...
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9.8
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73 reviews
9.8
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73 reviews
5 star
61%
4 star
23%
3 star
8%
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8%
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My mother has been living at Hammond’s Square for almost a year. She has done extremely well. That would be due to the care she has received. I can’t say enough about how she is cared for and loved on by the...
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.
At Hammond Place, our senior living community, we develop individual care plans to meet the needs of our residents. A full-time registered nurse is available 24 hours a day to provide clinical oversight and coordination of care. We welcome pets and help our residents thrive in mind and body by...
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88 Photos available
11 Floor plan available
9.2
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37 reviews
9.2
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37 reviews
5 star
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Nice and helpful staff! Food is also pretty good! We picked this community for our loved one because, it was convenient and they had spacious rooms!
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.
When you’re here, you’re home.If you’re ready to redefine your independence, our personal care home might be the right fit for you. Whether you want to connect with new friends or trying something new like a flower arranging class, you have choices for how to spend your time.With our personal...
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1313 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
8.7
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28 reviews
8.7
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28 reviews
5 star
46%
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47%
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The staff are very friendly and helpful. They could be more proactive in sharing information about medical/physical therapy visits. I get the info, but only when I go ask for it. They need more activities...
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.
Camellia Walk Assisted Living and Memory Care is a 5 year old community with a down to earth home feel. We have over 30 combined years of senior care. We are a Cedarhurst Living Community. Camellia Walk is conveniently located in Evans Ga near Jones Creek subdivision. We have a great staff and...
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1010 Photos available
2929 Floor plans available
8.6
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65 reviews
8.6
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65 reviews
5 star
54%
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31%
3 star
6%
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6%
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If you can afford it and elder needs little to no care (independent living) it may be worth looking at. They were the nicest for the least amount of money at the time and had the largest room (she wanted...
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Washington Commons provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Tucked away in a quiet corner of Evans, Washington Commons offers you a taste of quiet serenity in the heart of Georgia. Residents appreciate the convenience of being close to world-class healthcare,...
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77 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.5
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18 reviews
8.5
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18 reviews
5 star
56%
4 star
33%
3 star
11%
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I have had friends and family at this facility- Brookdale North Augusta since 2016. The staff are great. The meals are great. The facility is secure and comfortable. I feel like family when I walk in. The...
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.
Go do the things you love to do and let us help with the rest.Here at our assisted living community, you’ll have help if you need it and the freedom to live your best life.With assisted living, you’ll have help with medications, dressing and bathing, as well as services like housekeeping and...
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1212 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
8.4
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18 reviews
8.4
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18 reviews
5 star
66%
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17%
3 star
6%
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11%
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The facility is great, always clean and airy feeling. The have several optional, well planned activities throughout the day, such as word games, chair aerobics, music therapy, games, and worship services....
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.
Morningside of Evans is conveniently near I-20. Major medical facilities and shopping locations are within minutes of our community. Through a dedicated team of staff, we promote a spirit of family and strive to provide a high quality of life within our quaint community.
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55 Floor plans available
8.0
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6 reviews
8.0
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6 reviews
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Brandon Wilde is a really beautiful place and I know that my loved ones are safe here. I have been disappointed with the follow up from 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.
Brandon Wilde Features: A) No community entrance fee; B) All-inclusive monthly rate/all care plans included; C) Only area community that has skilled nursing, advanced memory care, and rehabilitation care. Having every care option level in one community provides piece of mind for yourself, your...
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1313 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
7.7
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16 reviews
7.7
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16 reviews
5 star
51%
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31%
3 star
6%
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6%
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Late this summer, an urgent need for an assisted living place arose for my sister. Barclay was an answer to our prayer and provided some respite for my sister as she navigated some challenges that prevented...
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.
Call or drop by to see what makes Barclay House of Augusta the most desired community in the area.Exceptional quality takes exceptional people. Our team is consistently the number one reason families choose our community. We take care of our team so they can take care of you. Assisted Living,...
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Residents and visitors are blessed to have a renowned chef to serve such great food and healthy food. I would recommend this assistant living place to everyone
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.
Thrive At Augusta is a spectacular brand new community, opening the summer of 2019 in Martinez, GA, offering 85 luxury suites. ThriveSL is committed to enriching lives by establishing awe and admiration for all elders. We are NIDE (National Institute of Dementia Care) certified in over 20...
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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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5 star
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My aunt recently moved into the memory care unit at the facility. from the moment we walked in till our recent visit, the environment at the facility is amazing. The staff is constantly loving on my aunt and...
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.
What A Great Way to Live! Assisted Living the way it used to be...One inclusive fee to simplify your life!   Augusta Gardens simple monthly fee includes 24-hour watchful oversight and care 365 days a year. Resident Assistants check our clients every two hours to insure their safety, know...
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Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Are you curious about what makes Georgia’s newest independent retirement community so different? Located in Evans Towne Center at 850 Ronald Reagan Dr, Marshall Square comprises 134 senior housing apartments – including studio apartments, one, two, and three bedroom suites and a variety of ...
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1.0
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6 reviews
1.0
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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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My mother and family have had a very positive experience with Waverly Gardens.
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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22 Photos available
3.0
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4 reviews
3.0
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4 reviews
5 star
25%
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Beautiful & afforable place to live Staff very proffessional
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: 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, 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.
Atria Martinez creates for our residents a warm and enriching environment that enhances their experience of the Augusta area. We have a cozy fireplace in our living room and activity parlor that encourages conversation and camaraderie. Our computer and Internet access keep our community...
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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.
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Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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
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.
Our assisted-living facility is designed to provide you comfort, privacy and, above all, the ability to help choose your lifestyle options. We want you to decide how you will live -- and we are here to help. Personal-care aides are present around the clock -- to remind you to take medications,...
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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: 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.

Cost of independent living in Columbia Heights, GA

The average cost of senior living in Columbia Heights is $3,426 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Norwood, GA with an average of $1,085 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Columbia Heights, GA vs. nearby cities

Columbia Heights, GA
$3,426/mo
$3,233/mo
$3,481/mo

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

Columbia Heights, GA
$3,426/mo
$4,236/mo
U.S. national average
$4,019/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Columbia Heights vs. other types of senior living

$4,052/mo
Independent Living
$3,426/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Columbia Heights, GA by room type

Semi-Private
$3,624/mo
Studio
$4,978/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,523/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,903/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,699/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Columbia Heights over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Columbia Heights

Recent reviews for independent living in Columbia Heights

The Place at Shadow Oaks in Aiken, SC

5.0
We were very pleased with The Place at Shadow Oaks... My brother seemed to be comfortable there and was well taken care of. He has very limited funds ...therefore we can’t use them frequently. But it is wonderful though to be offered respite for short term care.

Aiken Grand Apartments in Warrenville, SC

4.5
I highly recommend Village Senior Apartments to any senior individual interested in a quiet environment in which to enhance his or her peace of mind and spiritual development. Security features of the property assure residents that our safety needs are a major priority of management. I ...
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Thrive at Augusta in Martinez, GA

4.5
We were very pleased with the community. They took very good care of my relative that was there. Everything was first class. The attention, room, and space were all good. Due to the pandemic the only problem I had was the visitation schedule.

Columbia Heights independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Columbia Heights independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Columbia Heights, 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 Columbia Heights 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 Columbia Heights partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Columbia Heights, GANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
19.4%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
22.6%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
12.9%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
22.6%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
9.7%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Columbia Heights 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 Columbia Heights communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Columbia Heights, GANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
29%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
32.3%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
29%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
9.7%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Columbia Heights 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 Columbia Heights offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Columbia Heights, GANational
Activity director
Activity director
35.5%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25.8%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
22.6%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
45.2%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
35.5%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
41.9%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
32.3%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
25.8%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
32.3%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
35.5%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
35.5%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
29%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
19.4%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
35.5%
46.1%
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At Home Senior Living of Thomson, Hammond Square and Silver Bluff Grove Senior Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near Columbia Heights, Georgia. See full list of communities.

There are 35 independent living facilities near Columbia Heights, Georgia. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Columbia Heights, Georgia are At Home Senior Living of Thomson, Sodalis Martinez and Hitchcock Square. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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