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Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 38 independent living facilities in Payne, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Lynwood Park, Randall Mill and Mt. Paran/Northside.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Canton, Smyrna and Brookhaven.

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I recently move to Highland Court. In my opinion this is a great place to live. The staff is helpful and courteous. Maintenance problems are taken care of promptly. Neighbors are kind and friendly. It's a...
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, Memory Care
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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.
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.
A beautiful one story Assisted Living Facility with secured Limited Memory Unit. 24-Hour care, lots of Activities, Van for transportation, Executive Chef for your dining needs, Nurse on staff, experienced staff, and great residents all in a spiritual environment. Convenient location in...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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.
A beautiful one story Assisted Living Facility with secured Limited Memory Unit. 24-Hour care, lots of Activities, Van for transportation, Executive Chef for your dining needs, Nurse on staff, experienced staff, and great residents all in a spiritual environment. Convenient location in...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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.
Discover 5-Star Boutique Senior Living in West CobbVarenita of West Cobb offers a unique, modern approach to luxury senior living that promotes vitality, engagement, and an enriching sense of connection for both residents and their families. Located in the beautiful area of West Cobb, this...
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Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
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: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
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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[Name removed] and her husband [name removed] are the most beautiful people inside and out and their staff at Amelia Gardens ([name removed] being an Angel among other Angels at Amelia Gardens) have Hearts...
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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.
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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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I would want others to know when looking into Gaines Park that they are just the best. They care about the residents so much, with the pandemic they are being very careful but also keeping everybody busy...
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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.
Gaines Park is convenient to Town Center Mall and Kennestone Hospital. The one story building design enhances the comfortable, home-like environment. Our 24-hour staff is available to provide the assistance that each individual resident may need, including medication management, wellness...
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Living at Altamonte Ridenour was a great decision for my mom. It is a very clean and peaceful place to live. She doesn't have to worry about taking her trash to the dumpster; just place it out by her door...
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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.
Alta RidenourRidenour Apartments are senior apartments located in a heavily populated residential district of Kennesaw, Georgia in Cobb County. The high population density of the area ensures that senior residents of Ridenour Apartments never feel isolated or lonely. Two nearby malls puts...
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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.
Hillendale is located at 150 Old Mill Road in Bartow County in the city of Cartersville, Georgia. In addition to the many cultural, historical, and commercial attractions of Cartersville and Bartow County, Hillendale residents will enjoy shopping areas and services of Cobb County, Rome and...
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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.
The Fite Living Centre offers a unique assisted living experience for you or your loved one. Tucked away in a lovely historical section of Cartersville, GA, the original structure of the home dates back to 1890. Through careful renovation, additions, and modernization, the home still exudes...
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Cost of independent living in Payne, GA

The average cost of senior living in Payne is $3,815 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Hiram, GA with an average of $3,279 per month.

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

Payne, GA
$3,815/mo
$3,794/mo
$3,678/mo

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

Payne, GA
$3,815/mo
$4,066/mo
U.S. national average
$3,951/mo

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

$4,500/mo
Independent Living
$3,815/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,669/mo
Studio
$4,453/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,687/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,798/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$6,100/mo

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 Payne

Recent reviews for independent living in Payne

Sunrise of East Cobb in Marietta, GA

4.0
Transition from hospital with staff and hospice at Sunrise was not what was expected. Lack of staff for weekend and holiday. When emergency button pushed sometimes no response or over 30 minute response. Medications not administered as needed. Needs of patient could not be met in a timely ...
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Brickmont of West Cobb in Marietta, GA

4.8
We can only speak for the memory care section. We love the 9-5 staff of Brickmont, but the staffing and care was not the same or best experience on nights and weekends. High turnover, 50% lovely caring people, just not enough of them.

The Phoenix at Roswell

5.0
My husband has been at Pacifica about a month. He has Parkinson's Dementia. This includes a major change in personality making it impossible for me to keep him at home. He can turn from a sweet helpful man to a raging angry man in a matter of seconds. Sometimes, even I don't see the transition ...
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Payne independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Payne independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Payne, 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 Payne 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 Payne partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Payne, GANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
18.9%
17.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
43.2%
28.9%
No sugar
No sugar
43.2%
26.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
32.4%
28.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
13.5%
6.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Payne 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 Payne communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Payne, GANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
45.9%
30.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
51.4%
36.6%
Room service
Room service
37.8%
31%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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14.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Payne 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 Payne offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Payne, GANational
Activity director
Activity director
56.8%
38.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
40.5%
24%
Community service programs
Community service programs
24.3%
27.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
59.5%
41.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
56.8%
42.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
59.5%
46.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
48.6%
36.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
45.9%
31.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
48.6%
35.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
54.1%
40.5%
Live performances
Live performances
54.1%
40.2%
Dances
Dances
35.1%
27.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
21.6%
34.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
56.8%
40%
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Presbyterian Village of Austell, Canterfield of Kennesaw and The Georgian Lakeside by Cogir are the top-rated independent living facilities near Payne, Georgia. See full list of communities.

There are 38 independent living facilities near Payne, Georgia. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Payne, Georgia are Canterfield of Kennesaw, Inspired Living at Alpharetta and Sunrise of Huntcliff II. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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