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Photo of The Cottages of Milledgeville
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9.1
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9 reviews
9.1
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9 reviews
5 star
78%
4 star
11%
3 star
11%
2 star
0%
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She likes everything about the Cottages, except the meals. I thought the meals look pretty good myself! The facility is nice and the staff and residents are friendly! Renee does a great job with activities...
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.
The Cottages of Milledgeville is a gated, luxury patio home community specially designed for seniors. Located in Milledgeville, Georgia, The Cottages are just a one and a half hour drive from Atlanta. If your parents are tired of running around in the rat race and want to settle down a bit, our...
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Photo of The Glen at Lake Oconee
2020 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
7.5
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18 reviews
7.5
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18 reviews
5 star
55%
4 star
22%
3 star
6%
2 star
6%
1 star
11%
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The memory care staff is very kind and sweet with their residents. While I know Mom doesn't have the 1 on 1 care she had at home, she is safe, and treated kindly. Her room is typically in good shape. Have...
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.
For retirement-aged individuals in prestigious Reynolds Lake Oconee who wish to preserve the affluent lifestyle they have come to love, The Glen offers vibrant resort-style senior living set apart by signature service, sophistication, and unparalleled excellence in independent living, assisted...
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Photo of Savannah Court of Milledgeville
44 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
5 star
65%
4 star
14%
3 star
14%
2 star
7%
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0%
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My aunt is elated to be living here! The staff interacts with the residents, and in turn, the residents feel the love from the staff. The food is awesome and the people here are very friendly. I love...
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.
Savannah Court of Milledgeville offers assisted living services in a comfortable and elegant atmosphere in central Georgia. You'll fall in love with our beautiful courtyards and spacious porches — true 'meeting places' for residents. Milledgeville is situated along the Oconee River just before...
Photo of Savannah Court of Lake Oconee
99 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
5 star
60%
4 star
10%
3 star
10%
2 star
0%
1 star
20%
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Thank you just doesn't seem adequate to tell you how much we have appreciated all you have done for Mom and Dad. I will miss seeing everyone at Savannah Court of Lake Oconee.
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.
Savannah Court of Lake Oconee offers gracious hospitality in a comfortable and elegant atmosphere. You'll fall in love with our beautiful courtyards and spacious porches—true 'meeting places' for residents. At Savannah Court, the accent is on familiarity. Quaint and relaxed common areas invite...
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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.
Photo of Baldwin Park Senior Village
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.
Photo of Fellowship Home at Meriweather
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.
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.
Photo of Majestic Senior Living Tennille
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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Cost of independent living in Hancock County, GA

The average cost of senior living in Hancock County is $3,644 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Norwood, GA with an average of $1,085 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Hancock County, GA vs. nearby counties

Hancock County, GA
$3,644/mo
$2,994/mo

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

Hancock County, GA
$3,644/mo
$4,236/mo
U.S. national average
$4,019/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Hancock County vs. other types of senior living

$3,644/mo
Independent Living
$3,644/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Hancock County, GA by room type

Studio
$4,950/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,769/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,205/mo

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What families are saying about independent living in Hancock County

Recent reviews for independent living in Hancock County

Savannah Court of Lake Oconee in Greensboro, GA

4.4
The staff is very friendly and they let me bring my dog in to visit. Communication is not as good as when we first moved in and I hope that changes. They have activities for the residence to do and my loved one is participating more. I would recommend this community to others based on my ...
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The Cottages of Milledgeville

5.0
We are very pleased with The Cottages of Milledgeville! Hospitality was very kind and courteous. Maintenance in elevator was kind and courteous. All staff members I have met have been excellent and respectful.

The Glen at Lake Oconee in Greensboro, GA

3.9
The memory care staff is very kind and sweet with their residents. While I know Mom doesn't have the 1 on 1 care she had at home, she is safe, and treated kindly. Her room is typically in good shape. Have had clothes, sheets, towels, shoes and socks go missing in laundry. It is supposed to ...
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Hancock County independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Hancock County independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Hancock County, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Hancock County independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Hancock County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Hancock County, GANational
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
50%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
10%
32.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Hancock County independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Hancock County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Hancock County, GANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
20%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
40%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
20%
36.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Hancock County independent living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered independent living communities in Hancock County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Hancock County, GANational
Activity director
Activity director
50%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
40%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
40%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
60%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
30%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
30%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
60%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
10%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
10%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
40%
46.1%
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The Cottages of Milledgeville, The Glen at Lake Oconee and Savannah Court of Milledgeville are the top-rated independent living facilities near Hancock County, Georgia. See full list of communities.

There are 10 independent living facilities near Hancock County, Georgia. See the full list.

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