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Photo of TerraBella Sugarloaf
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For the renewal, they tried to raise the rent for more than [fee removed] and I had to negotiate with the management for 3 months before getting it reduced. That was a lot of work & time consuming. We like...
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 Discovery Village At Sugarloaf, a senior-living community located in Suwanee, Georgia, just northeast of Atlanta, designed to offer a blend of independence, active lifestyle, comfort and security for you to enjoy your retirement years, no matter what stage of life you are in. Discovery...
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Actually I would give all 5's, it was a great experience all around and they are still responsive to me. Yes, we would absolutely recommend Bellevue Village at Neese Road community to other families based on...
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.
Come and see Legacy Ridge at Neese Road's new renovations.
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I would rate it a 5 but I don't live there. Very nicely decorated, good food, plenty of activities, sales people willing to work with you. Yes I would recommend Dogwood Forest of Grayson to other families
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.
Dogwood Forest of Grayson is considered one of the top assisted living communities in Gwinnett County! Our community includes top amenities for residents, including a wellness center, bistros, full-service dining, salon, tavern and movie theatre. Our exterior spaces include healthful outdoor...
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The staff has been very, very helpful with making my mom feel comfortable and welcome. it is smaller and does not have quite as many bells and whistles, but the staff has been great.
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.
Greenwood Place is a warm, welcoming community located in Marietta, Georgia. We are close to several parks and recreational areas including Kennesaw Mountain National Park. We offer both assisted living and memory care but with all of the comforts of home. Your loved one's health and safety is...
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We feel the staff meets my mother-in-law where she is physically and emotionally and respond accordingly. They accommodate her and what her needs, desires and wants are. Our first impression of seeing...
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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It's a great place and we are glad we made this choice. They are changing ownership to [facility removed] this Wednesday. Yes I would definitely recommend
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.
Southern hospitality at its finest! Located North West of Atlanta, Legacy Ridge of Brookstone is close to many amenities. Our residents enjoy an active lifestyle with peace of mind that comes from knowing that assistance is always available should they need it.
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I had already heard good things about Garden Plaza from a friend whose mother lived there and the process has been very smooth getting my loved one settled there. The ambassador program really helped her get...
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.
Garden Plaza at Lawrenceville, Georgia, offers an elegant setting for seniors looking for an independent living community to call home.Residents at Garden Plaza enjoy a carefree lifestyle, with friendly staff taking care of life’s tedious tasks such as apartment maintenance and housekeeping. This...
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The staff is wonderful but stretched. The atmosphere of the facility is amazing. I grew up in Montana and from the first moment after coming through the front entrance - I thought I was home in Montana...
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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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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Currently residing in Holbrook. I find the facility to be very comforting and the staff to be very caring. The activities are wide range from informative, lectures, exercise, card, games, book clubs, etc. ...
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.
At Holbrook Woodstock, we have 300 custom designed apartments and 16 state of the art cottages on a 21 acres campus. With our leadership team, we have over 100 years experience in the senior living industry. Our vision is to create, develop, serve and inspire life giving residences; buildings of...
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Photo of Atria North Point
99 Photos available
2020 Floor plans available
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We lived in a villa separate from the main building. Good space, garage and back yard. The villa was very comfortable The food was very good. The staff were friendly and very helpful.
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.
Atria Senior Living is proud to offer exceptional independent living, assisted living and supportive living communities in Georgia. Atria North Point provides gracious senior living in the Metro Atlanta area. When searching for a retirement living community or senior apartment to call home, visit...
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Photo of Addington Place of Alpharetta
99 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
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My wife has been in the Memory Care Unit for over two years now and I am optimistic that the recent acquisition by Chapters Living will continue build upon the many reasons that I brought her to this...
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.
Welcome to the new Welcome to the new Addington Place of Alpharetta! An elegant senior living community full of warmth, decorated with fine furnishings, stunning artwork and more often than not the scent of something delicious baking in the kitchen. A place where independence thrives but help is...
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Photo of Addington Place of John’s Creek
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There is no in house cable TV. You have to use go thru apps or xfinity. The staff was caring of the residents. The food is adequate. The staff will remind and prompt for activities and meals. They took good...
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.
Welcome to Addington Place of Johns Creek! A beautiful community of warmth decorated with fine furnishings, stunning artwork and more often than not the scent of something delicious baking in the kitchen. A place where independence thrives but help is just a call away.Addington Place is centrally...
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What we like the most about the community is the convenience, affordability, and their great staff. Yes, we would recommend Sanford Estates to other families based on the experience so far.
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.
* Located in beautiful Roswell, Georgia - one of the safest cities in the state, only a few minutes from Downtown Atlanta* Opened in December, 2016* Part of Hawthorn Retirement Group, offering over 45 years of experience providing gracious retirement living environments for seniors* Residents...
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All the staff calls all the patients by their first name everyone. The food is exceptional and yes we would recommend Sunrise of Webb Gin to other families based on the experience so far.
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.
Sunrise Senior Living is pleased to announce our newest community in Georgia, Sunrise Assisted Living at Webb Gin, a cottage-style community which opened in February, 2008.  Nestled at the border of Lawrenceville and Snellville, Sunrise at Webb Gin is adjacent to the new retail area of...
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Photo of Oaks at Alpharetta
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The staff is amazing! My dad fell and they were quick to call us and keep us up to date with what was happening...they were diligent about checking in on him during his hospital stay and when he was in rehab
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 at Alpharetta was opened in 1997 as Dogwood Forest. We are a senior living community in the beautiful city of Alpharetta, Georgia, in Fulton County. Our sophisticated, home-like community sits on a large landscaped lot in the heart of the city, surrounded by lush gardens, inviting shops...
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Dunwoody Pines is a really great place. Unfortunately my mom fell and only got to live there for two months. She's in an assisted living facility now. The food was great and the people were terrific too!
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.
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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I have to first say that [name removed] with A Place For Mom heard my story. He knew immediately the best place for [name removed] was Golden Rose in Marietta. Thank you, [name removed]! I was so desperate...
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.
Golden Rose is located in gorgeous Redding, California and is a secure community designed for senior citizens. Seniors can enjoy and relax in our community making use of the many amenities that we have available to them. We have a fun and interactive fitness center available as well as a personal...
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Very pleasant experience, excellent staff. My mother has no complaints so far. Staff seams to be very attentive to all residents. I go almost every day and most residents are some kind of activity. My dad...
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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Photo of Highlands Senior Living Jefferson
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Everyone is so caring. I tell my friends that Highlands Senior Living is a hidden little gem. I am thankful for all the welcoming smiles when I visit. My sister has made friends and has regained her...
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.
Located in historic Jefferson, Georgia, and situated on 5 acres overlooking an 8-acre lake, Highlands Senior Living Jefferson offers a friendly and homey environment.Designed to promote socializing, Highlands Senior Living Jefferson provides a great room with a cozy fireplace and four comfortable...
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The staff from top to bottom treat my family like their own. The management especially takes it on themselves to go above and beyond to take good care of your loved one. I'm at peace because my Mom is at...
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 at Tucker is a beautiful assisted living and Alzheimer's care community located in Tucker, Georgia conveniently located near I-285 and I-85. Step inside our doors and discover fine retirement living, where excellent care meets the comforts of home. Spacious apartments, thoughtful...
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I doubt any of these types of places would get a 5 for food. Diabetes and hypertension are common among our elderly population. There is not enough meal options for these.
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.
Laurel Grove provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Located in Lawrenceville, a picturesque, friendly suburb of Georgia, Laurel Grove offers you a cozy home just minutes away from the convenience of the city. We're close to The Avenue Mall, two area hospitals...
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The facility seemed unprepared for my visit with no warm water and a refrigerator that quit working several times, spoiling the contents. The people were friendly but seemed disorganized with a staff change...
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.
Inspired Living at Alpharetta is a vibrant and innovative community that offers assisted living and memory care options. Whether you or your loved one needs a little assistance or requires personalized memory care, you can be assured that we will provide a lifestyle that brings comfort, safety,...
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What we like the most about the community is the friendliness of the staff...improve on the consistency of the food. Yes, we would recommend Benton House to other families based on the experience.
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 Benton House of Sugar Hill the most desired in the area.Exceptional quality takes exceptional people. Our team is consistently the number one reason families choose our community.Assisted Living, Memory Care, Adult Day, Respite, Caregiver Support. Wherever you...
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I want to thank Merrill Gardens for treating my family like their own. My grandma lived in the Garden House for a year and a half, and it truly is a “garden house”—full of light, warmth, and life from both...
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.
This beautiful community outside Atlanta oozes southern charm with all the modern conveniences - including spacious apartments with washers and dryers and full kitchens in most units, a theater, wine bar style bistro and lots of cozy common areas. Relax with friends in the landscaped courtyard or...
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Cost of independent living in Emma, GA

The average cost of senior living in Emma is $5,199 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Blairsville, GA with an average of $3,119 per month.

Independent living costs in Emma, GA, vs. nearby cities

Emma, GA
$5,199/mo
$4,287/mo

Independent living costs in Emma, GA, vs. state and national averages

Emma, GA
$5,199/mo
$4,247/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

Independent living costs in Emma, GA, vs. other senior living options

$4,405/mo
Independent Living
$5,199/mo

Independent living costs in Emma, GA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,860/mo
Studio
$4,625/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,792/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,600/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,881/mo

Senior living costs in Emma vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Emma, GA
Column state: Georgia
Column national: U.S.
Community typeEmma, GAGeorgiaU.S.
Independent Living$5,199/mo$4,247/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$3,851/mo$3,591/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$4,405/mo$4,092/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Emma, GA:$5,199/mo
Georgia:$4,247/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Emma, GA:$3,851/mo
Georgia:$3,591/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Emma, GA:$4,405/mo
Georgia:$4,092/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Emma, GA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Emma and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Independent living cost trends in Emma, GA

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Emma have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Emma, GA$3,323/mo$3,305/mo+0.5%
Georgia$3,108/mo$3,153/mo-1.4%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Emma, GA
2024 average cost:$3,323/mo
2023 average cost:$3,305/mo
Percent change:+0.5%
Georgia
2024 average cost:$3,108/mo
2023 average cost:$3,153/mo
Percent change:-1.4%
National
2024 average cost:$3,261/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in Emma

Recent reviews for independent living in Emma

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.

Decatur Christian Towers

5.0
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.

Emma independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Emma independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Emma, 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 Emma 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 Emma partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Emma, GANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
18.6%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
52.2%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
49.4%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
43.8%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
17.7%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Emma 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 Emma communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Emma, GANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
49.4%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
57.8%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
48.4%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
22.4%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Emma 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 Emma offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Emma, GANational
Activity director
Activity director
59.9%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
44.4%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
39.8%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
68%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
63%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
70.2%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
55.9%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
44.7%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
53.4%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
61.2%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
60.2%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
42.2%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
28.6%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
60.6%
47%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Magnolia Senior Living at Dawsonville, Park at Johns Creek and Canterfield of Kennesaw are the top-rated independent living facilities near Emma, Georgia. See full list of communities.
There are 380 independent living facilities near Emma, Georgia. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Emma, Georgia are The Joy Senior Living of Loganville, The Georgian Lakeside by Cogir and Oaks at Hampton. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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