Overlook Garden 109 is an assisted living community in Macon, GA.
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1400 Gray Highway Apt 109, Macon, GA 31211
For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318
3.9 from 75 reviews
5 stars
39
4 stars
12
3 stars
13
2 stars
3
1 stars
8
Overall Review of Overlook Garden 109
common9 reviews mention this
Staff made move-in feel easy
Staff support stands out, especially during the move-in process.
Several residents describe a smooth move-in experience with staff who answer questions, handle details quickly, and guide them through signing and setup. Multiple reviews mention specific team members being patient and knowledgeable, including help that reduced stress and kept communication clear. A few residents also add that office staff is nice and helpful when they need something after arrival.
common6 reviews mention this
Quiet, clean grounds and buildings
Residents repeatedly describe the community as quiet and well kept.
Quiet comes up often, with multiple reviews pointing to a calm atmosphere and quiet hours being followed. Cleanliness is also a recurring point, including mentions of a clean building and a clean parking area. One review adds that the gate works, reinforcing the day-to-day feel of order on site.
common4 reviews mention this
Maintenance and pest control
Maintenance responsiveness is a frequent bright spot, with pest control noted too.
Some residents praise timely and thorough maintenance, along with consistent pest control and the sense that issues get handled. Others report the opposite—examples include recurring problems like air-conditioning leaks and delays in repairs. One review also credits a management change for getting certain long-running issues resolved after being brought up.
caveat2 reviews mention this
Safety controls are mixed
Security feedback is mixed, with concerns about access monitoring.
One resident describes a serious break-in and questions about the security system, including a tag reader being offline and concerns that the camera system hadn’t been updated for years. By contrast, another review says they did not experience crime and felt safe, though it also notes the neighborhood around the property felt questionable. Together, reviews suggest safety depends on how well security systems are operating day to day.
caveat3 reviews mention this
Costs and deposits raise concerns
Some reviews raise concerns about fees, deposit handling, and rent changes.
While a few residents mention the community as affordable or reasonable, other reviews focus on cost pressures and administrative hurdles. One resident describes being denied after repeated verification steps and says deposits and administrative fees are required upfront, including waiting time for deposit return. Another review reports rent and payment-policy changes adding extra fees, while a separate account complains about losing a security deposit and extra charges tied to move-out handling.
caveat4 reviews mention this
Office staff communication is uneven
Communication and policy consistency draw complaints from some residents.
A number of reviews praise communication and responsiveness, but there are also recurring complaints about policy changes without notice and commitments not being kept. Some residents describe having to follow up repeatedly for issues, like water-related problems, and feeling that repairs or promises took too long. Another review says management didn’t handle lease and deposit expectations fairly at the end of the stay, despite paying on time.
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Features
Housing
3 resident community capacity
Types of Care
Assisted Living
Amenities
Cable or satellite TV
Dining room
Fully furnished
Garden
Housekeeping services
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Telephone
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Transportation
Middle Georgia Regional (12 miles away)
Care Services
24-hour supervision
Activities of daily living assistance
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Coordination with health care providers
Diabetes diet
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Special dietary restrictions
Transportation arrangement (medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments
Dining
Diabetes diet
Special dietary restrictions
Activities
Community-sponsored activities
Scheduled daily activities
Nearby Places of Interest
This part of Macon, Georgia offers a range of conveniences for senior living. With a variety of dining options such as Old Times Country Buffet and El Sombrero Mexican Grill & Bar, seniors can enjoy delicious meals without having to travel far. Additionally, there are several pharmacies nearby including Express Rx Pharmacy and CVS Pharmacy for easy access to medications. For medical needs, there are multiple physicians' offices within a short distance like Coliseum Heart, Lung And Vascular and Internal Medicine Associates. The area also has hospitals like Coliseum Medical Center Radiology/X-Ray for emergency situations. Places of worship such as Real Life Church and St Peter Claver Catholic Church provide opportunities for spiritual fulfillment, while parks like G. Bernd Park offer opportunities for outdoor recreation. Overall, this part of Macon provides a comfortable and convenient environment for senior living.
Restaurants
Old Times Country Buffet (0.3 miles)
Burger King (0.7 miles)
Nu-Way Weiners (1.3 miles)
El Sombrero Mexican Grill & Bar (1.3 miles)
Vintage Restaurant - Marriott Macon (1.6 miles)
American Feel & Wings (1.7 miles)
Waffle House (1.8 miles)
Pharmacies
Express Rx Pharmacy (0.4 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (0.5 miles)
Scott's Health Mart Pharmacy (1 miles)
Anco A Division of Chem-Aqua (3.6 miles)
Walgreens (4.4 miles)
Physicians
Coliseum Heart, Lung And Vascular (1.3 miles)
Coppage A Taylor III MD (1.3 miles)
Obgyn Specialists (1.3 miles)
Internal Medicine Associates (1.4 miles)
Carlos O Martinez (1.4 miles)
Georgia Cancer Specialists (1.4 miles)
Skin Care Physicians of Georgia (1.4 miles)
Hospitals
Coliseum Diagnostic Center (1.3 miles)
Coliseum Medical Center Radiology/X-Ray (1.3 miles)
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3 resident community capacity
Assisted Living
Cable or satellite TV
Dining room
Fully furnished
Garden
Housekeeping services
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Telephone
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Middle Georgia Regional (12 miles away)
24-hour supervision
Activities of daily living assistance
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Special dietary restrictions
Transportation arrangement (medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments
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