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Cottonwood Estates Gracious Retirement Living

255 Vaughan Drive, Alpharetta, GA 30009

Independent Living
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(800) 780-8101

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(678) 335-4344

Estimated Pricing

Studio
Estimated $2,720
One Bedroom
Estimated $3,426
Two Bedroom
Estimated $4,214

Price Comparison

  • Average City Price: $3,663
  • Average State Price: $3,521
  • Average National Price: $4,181


  • Cottonwood Estates Gracious Retirement Living Description

    Cottonwood Estates Gracious Retirement Living is a community that offers independent living and is located in Alpharetta, Georgia and is part of the Hawthorn Senior Living network of communities. Residents who live at the facility are able to choose from a range of studio, one-bedroom, two-bedroom and suite room layouts.

    The community has an average rating of 8.4 out of 10 making it the 11th highest rated community in the city out of 18 communities. See more information on reviews.

    To find information about the surrounding area including weather, crime, health facilities, parks, and more you can explore the neighborhood here.

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    Care Types at Community

    This community offers the following types of care

    Independent Living

    Independent living offers seniors the freedom to enjoy their retirement in a supportive community setting, with amenities and activities tailored to their active lifestyle.

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    Community Reviews

    8.5
    Cottonwood Estates Gracious Retirement Living
    Based on My Caring Plan's proprietary scoring, including 59 reviews across the web

    Ranking

  • Ranking in City: 10 out of 18 communities in Alpharetta
  • Ranking in State: 426 out of 1039 communities in GA
  • Food and Dining A

    Activities A

    Facility and Grounds A

    Staff A

    Cleanliness A


    Employee Reviews

    6.6
    Hawthorn Senior Living
    Based on My Caring Plan's proprietary scoring, including 365 reviews across the web

    The following insights are from employees that work in Georgia

    Employee Pay B

    Employee Staff A



    Review Summary

    The following is an AI generated summary of the reviews of the community from across the web.

    Cottonwood Estates receives high praise for its compassionate management, clean and beautiful community, and the variety of services it offers to residents. Managers Sally, Chris, Laurie, Jim, Joyce, and George are noted for their kindness and quick response to residents' needs. The activities director, John, and the chef are also highlighted for their fantastic contributions to the community.

    Residents and their families appreciate the family-like atmosphere, with many noting how residents look after each other like siblings. The facility's approach to making potential residents feel welcome, including the option to stay for a few days at no charge, is well-regarded. The quality of food, both in terms of dining experience and taste, receives consistent praise.

    Despite some concerns about high turnover and management issues, the overall sentiment is overwhelmingly positive. Families feel reassured by the on-site presence of managers for emergencies or special requests, and the sense of community among residents is a significant comfort to family members. The facility's ability to handle special needs and provide excellent care, including through private caregivers like Adoun, is highly recommended.

    Special events, such as birthday parties with live entertainment, add to the vibrant community life at Cottonwood Estates. The facility's policy on refunds, as experienced by a family who had to back out due to unforeseen circumstances, is also commended for its fairness and understanding.

    Overall, Cottonwood Estates is celebrated for its wonderful living environment, caring management team, and the strong sense of community among residents, making it a highly recommended choice for senior living.


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    Health

    Medication reminders

    Fitness programs


    Services

    Weekly housekeeping and linen service


    Activities

    Planned activities and events

    Concerts

    Theater

    Writing classes

    Group outings

    Live entertainment


    Community Amenities

    On-site managers

    Fitness center

    Garden

    Guest suite


    Room Amenities

    All utilities

    Cable TV service


    Dining

    Three chef-prepared meals daily

    Chef-prepared meals

    Homemade meals

    Nutritional choices

    Snacks

    Beverages


    Transportation

    Transportation to doctor’s appointments

    Scheduled transportation

    Shopping trips

    Day trips



    What is in the Neighborhood

    General Area Overview
    • The closest city is Alpharetta which is 1.2 miles away and has a population of 63,693 (large town).
    • The average income is $148,482, which is very high compared to other zip codes.
    • Weather
      • High Temperature: 84
      • Low Temperature: 44
      • Average Temperature: 66.0
      • Day Breakdown: The area gets 174 days of rain, 5 days of snow and 185 days of sun
      • Precipitation: 2.3 inches a year

    Health and Safety Overview
    • The crime rate is 3.04 per 100 people which is average compared to other cities.
      • Violent Crime: 0.47 incidents per 100 people
      • Property Crime: 1.65 incidents per 100 people
      • Drug-Related Crime: 0.33 incidents per 100 people

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    Supermarkets

    Costco
    0.9 miles away
    Kroger
    1.0 miles away
    India Plaza
    1.1 miles away
    Walmart Supercenter
    1.1 miles away
    Publix
    1.4 miles away

    None Found

    Bus Stations

    Mansell Park & Ride
    3.8 miles away

    Banks

    Providence Bank
    0.8 miles away
    Wells Fargo
    0.9 miles away
    Chase
    1.0 miles away
    PNC Bank
    1.1 miles away
    BB&T
    1.6 miles away

    Hospitals

    WellStar North Fulton Hospital
    2.4 miles away
    MGA Crisis Intervention
    6.2 miles away
    Emory Johns Creek Hospital
    6.9 miles away
    TruCare Dentistry
    8.1 miles away
    Northside Hospital Forsyth
    10.3 miles away

    Pharmacies

    Rite Aid
    0.9 miles away
    Walgreens
    1.5 miles away
    CVS Pharmacy
    1.6 miles away
    Walmart Pharmacy
    4.0 miles away
    Publix
    5.6 miles away

    Dentists

    Familiy Dental Care
    1.4 miles away
    Ace Dental Care, LLC
    2.6 miles away
    Big Creek Family Dentistry
    4.9 miles away
    Smile Magic
    5.0 miles away
    Dental Excellence
    5.0 miles away

    Parks

    Alpharetta
    0.5 miles away
    Providence Park
    1.1 miles away
    Brooke Street Park
    1.2 miles away
    Milton
    1.2 miles away
    Alpharetta North Park
    1.4 miles away

    Places of Worship

    Stone Mountain Methodist Church
    20.8 miles away
    First Baptist Church
    21.0 miles away

    Shopping

    Alpharetta Crossing Shopping Center
    1.6 miles away
    Preston Ridge Commons
    2.2 miles away
    Halcyon
    4.4 miles away
    East Village
    6.4 miles away
    The Avenues at East Cobb
    10.2 miles away

    Culture

    Verizon Wireless Amphitheatre
    2.7 miles away
    Kidcreate Studio
    5.0 miles away
    Mark Burkhalter Amphitheater
    5.3 miles away
    Roswell Cultural Arts Center
    6.0 miles away
    Barn Theatre
    7.9 miles away

    Restaurants

    Cafe Efendi
    0.3 miles away
    IHOP
    0.8 miles away
    Taco Mac
    0.9 miles away
    Chili's
    0.9 miles away
    Macaroni Grill
    1.0 miles away

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