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5 Best Independent Living Communities in Penfield, GA

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Photo of The Glen at Lake Oconee
2020 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
8.0
Review score
23 reviews
8.0
Review score
23 reviews
5 star
58%
4 star
17%
3 star
4%
2 star
4%
1 star
17%
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Everything was at highest standards. My wife was cared for in every way and need the very best they could I rate all categories a strong five. Wife was bedfast on arrival. When I took her home she was...
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 Lake Oconee
99 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.0
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21 reviews
8.0
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21 reviews
5 star
61%
4 star
10%
3 star
10%
2 star
0%
1 star
19%
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I have loved how thoughtful the memory care staff have been for my mother at The Haven in Greensboro, Georgia. They were willing to help me get the best care for my mom. I love how welcoming the staff 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.
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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Cost of independent living in Penfield, GA

The average cost of senior living in Penfield is $3,832 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Washington, GA with an average of $2,126 per month.

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

Penfield, GA
$3,832/mo
$3,655/mo
$3,775/mo

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

Penfield, GA
$3,832/mo
$4,236/mo
U.S. national average
$4,009/mo

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

$4,138/mo
Independent Living
$3,832/mo

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

Studio
$5,450/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,038/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,238/mo

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What families are saying about independent living in Penfield

Recent reviews for independent living in Penfield

Avery Village in Winterville, GA

5.0
Our family was very pleased with Avery Village. It was an agonizing decision for us to place our mother in a memory care facility. Our first meeting with the director put us at ease. She came in and made us feel that we were making the right decision. Once mother got to the home, she became ...
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Magnolia Estates of Oconee in Bogart, GA

5.0
When my husband and I moved to the Athens area, we needed a retirement living facility for my dad. Magnolia Estates was recommended to us by friends whose mother had previously been a resident. We visited and were very impressed with the facility and the staff. We chose Magnolia Estates and ...
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Manor Lake Athens

4.0
What our family lies the most about the Manor Lake Athens is the facilities as well as the staff members who work there. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would recommend this community to other families.

Penfield independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Penfield independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Penfield, 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 Penfield 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 Penfield partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Penfield, GANational
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50%
33.9%
No sugar
No sugar
50%
31.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
50%
33.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Penfield 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 Penfield communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Penfield, GANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
50%
36.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
50%
43.3%
Room service
Room service
100%
36.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Penfield 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 Penfield offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Penfield, GANational
Activity director
Activity director
100%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
50%
28.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
50%
32.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
100%
49%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
100%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
100%
54.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
100%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
50%
37.5%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
50%
41.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
100%
47.3%
Live performances
Live performances
100%
47%
Dances
Dances
50%
32.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
50%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
100%
46.8%
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TerraBella Epps Bridge, The Glen at Lake Oconee and Savannah Court of Lake Oconee are the top-rated independent living facilities near Penfield, Georgia. See full list of communities.

There are 5 independent living facilities near Penfield, Georgia. See the full list.

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