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Photo of Highlands Senior Living Jefferson
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33 Floor plans available
9.1
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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
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.
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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I have been in quite a few facility's like this one. This is the best one I have ever been in, hands down, bar none. These folks know their business. I am honored to be here. I have a good feeling when I...
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.
Brookside Commerce is a senior living community offering a wide range of care services in Commerce, GA. Commerce boasts small town southern charm with convenient access to the metropolitan areas of Athens and Atlanta. Our town has many fun events year-round, a thriving downtown area, eclectic...
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Moving Mom to a facility was a very hard decision. The administration answered all of our questions and were there for us. We had a wonderful experience with Mom at Avery Village. She was on their memory...
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.
Avery Village, our Winterville senior living community, has recently received a beautiful renovation! We continue to provide thoughtful, compassionate care in a warm, lively community. We develop individual care plans to meet the needs of each resident. Nursing staff is available 24 hours a day...
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77 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.0
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What we really like the most about this community is the overall friendliness and we would recommend The Gables at Cobb Village to other families who may need a place for their loved ones.
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.
The Gables at Cobb Village is a senior residence provides seniors with a community that is made just for them and offers them a comfortable place to call home. Located in Royston, GA, this community offers much to its residents. Guests of this community's residents will find the Royston Wellness...
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My mother had been able to live with family until a few days after her 100th birthday. She fell and broke her leg which required major surgery. After the fall she was not able to come back home. The Veranda...
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.
We provide gentle guidance and oversight while fostering dignity and encouraging independence. Our staff manages medication and assists with bathing and grooming. Three home-cooked meals are served daily in our country style dining room, and activities are offered daily to engage and stimulate...
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7.5
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Wonderful and caring staff - always friendly and willing to assist with anything. My mom is cared for and loved. If you are looking for a place then look no farther because they truly are the best at making...
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.
Located on the East side of Athens, across from Cedar Shoals High School, The Oaks at Cedar Shoals is an assisted living community close to St. Mary's Hospital.
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3.0
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They were kind and compassionate to my husband and kind to me and other family members. My husband was only there for a total of 22 days with a hospital stay in the middle which lasted 6 days. I would...
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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no activities. no entertainment. no crafts. no bingo. no games. no exercise. no community involvement. no one plays the piano, no singing. nothing going on. residents sleep, eat and read old newspaper. ...
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.
The Hampton House is nestled in the curve of a quiet, small town street in Colbert GA. This historic home, which was built in the early 1900's, received a total renovation in 2008 keeping true to it's original stunning state created by the Hampton Family. The Hampton House opened its doors in...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
Talmage Terrace... not just a home, it's a lifestyle. Talmage Terrace is a unique retirement community offering several living choices. For over 30 years, Talmage Terrace has provided a vibrant, safe community. Home to the University of Georgia, Athens provides a stimulating environment ripe with...
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The quality for the price is unbeatable! We’re so glad we found this hidden gem in little Maysville! Definitely worth the drive for us from Mill Creek! The staff knows exactly how to redirect my mother's...
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 Pines Assisted Living is located on a spacious 8.7 acre environment in scenic North Georgia. Southern Pines provides a healthy lifestyle with peace of mind knowing your loved one is well taken care of in a comfortable and secure, home-like environment. Southern Pines provides three meals...
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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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.
Photo of Southern Oaks Retirement Inn
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.

Cost of independent living in Pocataligo, GA

The average cost of senior living in Pocataligo is $3,932 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Bowersville, GA with an average of $3,794 per month.

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

Pocataligo, GA
$3,932/mo
$4,014/mo

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

Pocataligo, GA
$3,932/mo
$4,247/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

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

$4,130/mo
Independent Living
$3,932/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,698/mo
Studio
$4,132/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,340/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,600/mo

Senior living costs in Pocataligo 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: Pocataligo, GA
Column state: Georgia
Column national: U.S.
Community typePocataligo, GAGeorgiaU.S.
Independent Living$3,932/mo$4,247/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$3,998/mo$3,591/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$4,130/mo$4,092/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Pocataligo, GA:$3,932/mo
Georgia:$4,247/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Pocataligo, GA:$3,998/mo
Georgia:$3,591/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Pocataligo, GA:$4,130/mo
Georgia:$4,092/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in Pocataligo

Recent reviews for independent living in Pocataligo

Brookside Commerce

5.0
The Director went out of her way to help get my dad in quickly. He is in the cottage and it is huge. I can't believe what all he has for the price. I'm really pleased with the whole experience so far.

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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Pocataligo independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Pocataligo independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Pocataligo, 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 Pocataligo 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 Pocataligo partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Pocataligo, GANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
23.1%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
46.2%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
30.8%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
53.8%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
23.1%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Pocataligo 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 Pocataligo communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Pocataligo, GANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
23.1%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
46.2%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
30.8%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15.4%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Pocataligo 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 Pocataligo offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Pocataligo, GANational
Activity director
Activity director
53.8%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
46.2%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
23.1%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
76.9%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
69.2%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
53.8%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
61.5%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
30.8%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
46.2%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
46.2%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
61.5%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
30.8%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
7.7%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
38.5%
47%
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Highlands Senior Living Jefferson, Brookside Commerce and Avery Village are the top-rated independent living facilities near Pocataligo, Georgia. See full list of communities.

There are 17 independent living facilities near Pocataligo, Georgia. See the full list.

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