Lanier Village Estates sits on 107 acres in Gainesville, Georgia, right near Lake Lanier, with pretty mountain views and a relaxed, southern feel, and when folks move in, they'll find plenty to do from fishing and kayaking to walking trails, gardening, theater groups, and model trains, plus the campus has nice picnic spots, a big dining room, clubhouse, movie theater, library, game rooms, and a newly updated bistro for more casual meals, which can be helpful for people who want variety or gather with friends. There are independent living options in both apartments and free-standing houses, with floorplans from 694 to 2,300 square feet, and up to three bedrooms and two-and-a-half baths, with kitchens, cable TV, Wi-Fi, air conditioning, and space for pets under 50 pounds, and you can pick a garden view, a pond, or sit outside under a gazebo, and the staff helps with move-in and cleaning, laundry, and everyday maintenance needs.
Some residents need no help at all and just want comfort, activities, and companionship, and there are lifelong learning courses at area colleges, trips to Georgia History Center, and the Quinlan Visual Arts Center, along with fitness rooms, indoor pool, tennis courts, group outings, concerts, and religious services, which makes for a lively schedule. For those needing extra support, there are assisted living units-for people who might need help getting dressed, bathing, taking medicine, or moving around-with licensed nurses and staff always on-site, and you can find studio apartments in assisted living that come with private bathrooms and a kitchenette, which keeps things home-like but with closer help if needed, and you can hire outside care services or your own care worker if you want.
The campus has a dedicated skilled nursing center with private and semi-private rooms-Medicare-certified and rated 5 stars by CMS-where nurses and therapists help with health checks, recovery, and long-term health issues, offering services for diabetes, memory loss, non-ambulatory needs, and even hospice and palliative care. Memory care specialists run tailored daily activities for people with Alzheimer's or dementia, and there are 21 to 30 licensed memory care beds, which gives families more peace of mind. Folks can receive help with daily activities (ADLs), medication management, and therapy, and there's doctor and specialty staff on-site, so most care happens right there.
The whole place is a not-for-profit Acts Retirement-Life Community, and it offers Type A Life Care Contracts and other options that include all-in health care, food, activities, transportation, housekeeping, and wellness programs for a single entrance fee and monthly payment, so budgeting is easier and transitions between types of care don't mean moving far or losing touch with friends. Entry fees range from $235,900 to $650,000 for singles, and $265,900 to $690,000 for couples, with monthly costs between $3,126 and $6,295 based on what's needed. Villas and contract options like Modified (Type B), declining balance, or 50% refund plans give more flexibility, and families can pay in different ways, using home sales, insurance, savings, veterans' benefits, or Medicare and Medicaid, with plenty of help figuring it out.
Security is in place with a gated campus and round-the-clock staff, there's shuttle service to events or appointments, plenty of parking, a salon, spa, and on-site wellness center, and visiting family can stay overnight. The community welcomes pets, encourages hobbies and sports, and keeps the focus on helping residents stay as independent and social as possible, while making sure their health and dignity come first as they age.
