How to Find the Best Luxury Independent Living in Atlanta

Dacula is a beautiful suburb to retire to, nestled less than 40 miles northeast of downtown Atlanta in coveted Gwinnett County. Safe and cozy streets, outstanding dining, and eclectic shopping make Dacula the perfect backdrop for luxury independent living senior communities.

As you approach retirement and begin to wonder what life could look like in a senior living community, here are a few ways you can discover and find the luxury independent living lifestyle you have always wanted.

Know What You Want, and Don’t Settle

Before you can begin touring potential independent living communities in the Dacula area, you need to determine what amenities and features are most important to your current and future lifestyle. Independent living communities are all as unique as the residents who live there, meaning not every community will be the same. You can make a more confident decision if you make a quick list of items that are non-negotiable.

For example, ask yourself these questions and then make a list of the top 3-5 items that you want to enjoy in your independent living community:

• Do you want to be able to travel on your own, as well as with neighbors, to local towns?
• Is having live music or concert events important to your retirement lifestyle?
• Do you want to be able to eat a chef-prepared meal with friends in a dining room at least once per day?
• Would you like a place in your community where you can grab a cup of coffee and visit with neighbors?
• Do you want the option for weekly housekeeping visits and laundry service?
• Is being in Dacula or the immediate area important to you?
• Do you have any special medical conditions or needs that may lead you to want additional assistance or peace of mind in the future?
• Do you value new friendships?

Talk to Your Friends and Medical Team

Now that you have an idea of what types of amenities or lifestyle perks you want in your future independent living community, you can begin to solicit the opinions and hear about the experiences of your friends, family, neighbors, and medical team. Though no senior living community is completely perfect, you can get a good idea of the customer service and resident care by simply asking around about senior communities in the area.

Listen to the stories and experiences of people you trust, including your geriatrician or other medical professionals. Their advice will go a long way toward helping make the best decision possible.

Begin Touring Communities

Now it is time for you to see luxury independent living in action by visiting communities throughout the Dacula area. A tour can give you a taste of what life is like in the community and also show you other details such as cleanliness and how happy the residents seem. When you tour of a community, make these observations while you are there:

• Are the hallways lively with friendly neighbors?
• Are there activities happening?
• How does the food look, smell, and taste?
• Do staff members genuinely enjoy interacting with the residents? Do they seem like old friends or family?
• Does the building look great?
• Are there posh amenities like a wellness center, an on-site salon, and an indoor swimming pool?

Make Your Best Decision

Now that you’ve narrowed down your potential community choices, it is time to make your final decision. Weigh the location, lifestyle amenities, and referrals carefully, but don’t discount your gut instinct as well after your tour. You’ll be able to know which community is best for you and begin to make the transition to the luxury retirement lifestyle you’ve always wanted.

If you are curious about independent living options, download our free resource, “Everything You Need to Know About Independent Living.” It’s packed with information about affordability, amenities, and how to make a good decision for your lifestyle.

As you begin to explore independent living throughout Dacula, ensure that Arbor Terrace Hamilton Mill is on your to-tour list. We are happy to tell you more about what makes our community so special; call us today to learn more about our home.