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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, 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.
Buckingham South Buckingham South is a senior living community located in Savannah, Georgia. Our residents and their guests get to enjoy the elegant beauty of Savannah, and we incorporate all of that beauty into the layout of our community. Buckingham South is a quaint place to live that offers...
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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: 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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Cost of independent living in Shellman Bluff, GA

The average cost of senior living in Shellman Bluff is $4,047 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Pembroke, GA with an average of $3,028 per month.

Independent living costs in Shellman Bluff, GA, vs. nearby cities

Shellman Bluff, GA
$4,047/mo
$4,177/mo
$4,476/mo

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

Shellman Bluff, GA
$4,047/mo
$4,247/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

Independent living costs in Shellman Bluff, GA, vs. other senior living options

$4,141/mo
Independent Living
$4,047/mo

Independent living costs in Shellman Bluff, GA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,153/mo
Studio
$4,415/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,347/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,679/mo

Senior living costs in Shellman Bluff 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: Shellman Bluff, GA
Column state: Georgia
Column national: U.S.
Community typeShellman Bluff, GAGeorgiaU.S.
Independent Living$4,047/mo$4,247/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$3,780/mo$3,591/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$4,141/mo$4,092/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Shellman Bluff, GA:$4,047/mo
Georgia:$4,247/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Shellman Bluff, GA:$3,780/mo
Georgia:$3,591/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Shellman Bluff, GA:$4,141/mo
Georgia:$4,092/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Shellman Bluff, GA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Shellman Bluff 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.

Shellman Bluff, GAGA stateNational

Independent living cost trends in Shellman Bluff, GA

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Shellman Bluff 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
Shellman Bluff, GA$2,619/mo$2,685/mo-2.5%
Georgia$3,115/mo$3,153/mo-1.2%
National$3,265/mo$3,169/mo+3.0%
Shellman Bluff, GA
2024 average cost:$2,619/mo
2023 average cost:$2,685/mo
Percent change:-2.5%
Georgia
2024 average cost:$3,115/mo
2023 average cost:$3,153/mo
Percent change:-1.2%
National
2024 average cost:$3,265/mo
2023 average cost:$3,169/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about independent living in Shellman Bluff

Recent reviews for independent living in Shellman Bluff

Thrive on Skidaway in Savannah, GA

5.0
I can't say it was one specific thing that made our experience great, everything is great. Based on the experience we have had with Thrive on Skidaway, we would recommend them to other families who may need a place for their loved ones.

The Suites at Station Exchange in Richmond Hill, GA

5.0
I believe that my Dad is in the best place possible. The staff is very caring and helpful. The place is always very clean and well taken care of. I would highly recommend it.

Marshes of Skidaway Island in Savannah, GA

4.3
This has been a great place for my mother to live during her retirement as she has aged and her health needs have increased.The Marshes have been fantastic in stepping up to help her maintain her independence. The presence of the Oaks and physical therapy services for post hospital rehab is a ...
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Shellman Bluff independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Shellman Bluff independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Shellman Bluff, 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 Shellman Bluff 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 Shellman Bluff partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Shellman Bluff, GANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
17.2%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
51.7%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
48.3%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
24.1%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
3.4%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Shellman Bluff 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 Shellman Bluff communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Shellman Bluff, GANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
37.9%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
48.3%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
44.8%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
17.2%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Shellman Bluff 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 Shellman Bluff offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Shellman Bluff, GANational
Activity director
Activity director
51.7%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
44.8%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
37.9%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
58.6%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
62.1%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
58.6%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
62.1%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
51.7%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
44.8%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
62.1%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
55.2%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
44.8%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
34.5%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
58.6%
47%
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