Independent Living Communities

are for seniors who want to (and can) live independently, prefer to live among their peers, desire additional security and no longer want to maintain a home.

Independent senior housing is planned, designed and managed with the needs of older persons in mind and is conducive to comfort, security and safety. These housing arrangements offer an enriched lifestyle filled with recreational, educational and social activities. Although personal care services are not provided, it is common for meals, housekeeping, transportation and planned social activities to be offered. Some more active senior apartment and retirement communities offer abundant recreational activities. Amenities often include exercise facilities, activity rooms, libraries, pools, spas, golf, tennis, beauty shops and gardens.

Independent Living and Retirement Communities can be free standing or exist as part of Assisted Living or Continuing Care Communities. Although they may be small, "independent" living facilities include full kitchens.

Rents vary according to the location, size of the apartment, amenities and the services offered. Most accept private pay only. In Georgia, there can be assistance with payment and federal government subsidies that enable some independent facilities to serve low-income individuals.

Refer to our Level of Care Chart.