Simpson Estates in Blairsville, GA

Simpson Estates is an assisted living and memory care community in Blairsville, GA.

Information last verified:

1239 Wesley Mountain Drive, Blairsville, GA 30512

For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318

4.8 from 53 reviews
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Overall Review of Simpson Estates

differentiator 4 reviews mention this

24/7 security and cameras

Residents describe strong on-site security, including surveillance and around-the-clock front desk presence.

Several reviews mention 24-hour security and monitoring, with cameras watching hallways and exterior grounds. A couple of residents also note that staff are present when emergencies come up, and one review calls out the front desk being staffed 24/7. Taken together, the reviews repeatedly connect peace of mind to how the building is watched and staffed.

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Activities keep residents engaged

The community offers frequent activities and resident programming that reviews describe as fun and easy to join.

Reviews mention regular activities like bingo and an exercise program, plus life-enrichment programming. Families also describe ongoing things to do for residents, including events where staff join in, like a birthday celebration. The community also emphasizes day-to-day engagement through ongoing gatherings and event space.

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Cleanliness and maintenance stand out

Residents and visitors repeatedly comment on cleanliness and well-kept units and grounds.

Many reviews call out that the facility is clean, quiet, and well-maintained, and several mention the apartments are kept in good condition. One review credits maintenance staff with responding quickly when issues come up, and others describe the overall building and grounds as well kept. A recurring theme is that upkeep is visible day to day.

caveat 3 reviews mention this

Rent is based on income

Reviews mention income-based or subsidized rent that can make senior living more affordable.

Some reviewers describe affordability through rent being based on income and note subsidized pricing for low income. One review also mentions utilities included as part of the overall cost picture. This shows up more as a financial advantage than a complaint in the feedback.

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Features

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living
  • Independent Living Independent Living
  • Memory Care Memory Care

Amenities

  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Devotional services off-site Devotional services off-site
  • Indoor common areas Indoor common areas

Care Services

  • Ambulatory care Ambulatory care
  • Diabetic care Diabetic care

Dining

  • Meals provided Meals provided

Activities

  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Devotional activities offsite Devotional activities offsite

Nearby Places of Interest

Parks

  • Dog Park (0.6 miles)
  • Meeks Park (0.8 miles)
  • Wild Dog City (5.6 miles)
  • Towns County Beach & Playground (13.6 miles)

Restaurants

  • Mike's Seafood Market & Grill (0.6 miles)
  • Subway (0.7 miles)
  • Sicily's Pizza Pasta & Subs (0.8 miles)
  • McDonald's (1.1 miles)
  • Huddle House (1.1 miles)
  • Burger King (1.1 miles)
  • Blairsville Restaurant (1.1 miles)

Pharmacies

  • King's Hometown Pharmacy (0.9 miles)
  • Brasstown Professional Pharmacy (1.1 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.2 miles)
  • Walmart Pharmacy (1.2 miles)
  • Ingles Market Pharmacy (1.4 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (1.5 miles)
  • Walgreens (13.7 miles)

Cafes

  • Bean Pod (1 miles)
  • Blairsville's Skillet Cafe (1.5 miles)

Physicians

  • Hillcrest Clinic (1.1 miles)
  • Appalachian Family Practice (1.1 miles)
  • Piedmont Heart of Blairsville (1.2 miles)
  • Northview Orthopedics (1.3 miles)
  • Atlanta Gastroenterology Associates (1.3 miles)
  • Quigley-Blue Mountain Family Practice (1.3 miles)
  • Cancer Treatment Center At Union General (1.3 miles)

Hospitals

  • Union General Hospital (1.2 miles)
  • Chatuge Regional Hospital & Nursing Home (13.8 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Unity Church of The Mountains (1.4 miles)
  • Southern Baptist Convention (1.6 miles)
  • Fairview Baptist Church (1.6 miles)
  • Unity Church of the Mountains (2 miles)
  • The Rock Church (2 miles)
  • Liberty Baptist Church (2 miles)
  • Shadowland Tabernacle (2.5 miles)

Transportation

  • U-Haul Neighborhood Dealer (1.6 miles)
  • Blairsville Airport (1.9 miles)

Theaters

  • Blairsville Cinema (4.1 miles)

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