The Retreat at Sandy Springs is an assisted living and memory care facility located in Sandy Springs, Georgia. The community is designed to support seniors who require varying levels of care, offering both assisted living services and specialized memory care within a secure environment. The facility accommodates residents with memory loss and is purpose-built to support their specific needs, featuring secured areas and layouts tailored to promote safety and independence for those experiencing cognitive decline. Residents can access full assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, eating, dressing, and toileting. The Retreat at Sandy Springs also supports ambulatory residents and provides incontinence care. Medication management, diabetes care, and fitness programs are available as part of the healthcare services, with additional wellness offerings such as yoga and chair yoga.
The community features amenities designed to enrich the daily lives of residents, including indoor and outdoor walking paths for safe exercise and social interaction, and a barber/beauty salon on the premises. Social clubs and community groups are available to encourage socialization and engagement, while ongoing fitness programs promote physical health. The facility supports those who require memory care exclusively, with staff trained to assist individuals living with dementia or Alzheimer’s disease. Secured access and environmental adaptations further ensure the safety of memory care residents.
Transportation services at The Retreat at Sandy Springs include both complimentary and at-cost options, supporting residents' access to medical appointments and non-medical outings such as shopping or recreational visits. These transportation services aim to maintain resident independence while ensuring timely access to health services and community engagement.
Based on reviews from residents and families, The Retreat at Sandy Springs is frequently described as clean and newly renovated, with generous room sizes and a pleasant atmosphere. Reviews report a wide range of activities, and many families highlight the friendly, caring, and attentive nature of the staff, with staff members often forming close connections with residents. Positive feedback includes recognition of personalized care plans, good value, supportive medical care, and responsive management. Several reviewers emphasize a peaceful setting and a strong sense of community. However, concerns are also noted regarding staff turnover, instances of understaffing, delays in responding to call buttons, and communication challenges during changes in management. Some families mentioned dissatisfaction with food options and occasional lapses in housekeeping and laundry services, as well as negative interactions with night staff or admissions processes. Experiences with care, especially at end-of-life, varied, with some families noting distress. Notably, some reviewers reported recent improvements following renovations and new ownership, indicating variability in care quality linked to management and staffing changes.
Costs at this community start at $1,824 and range up to $6,722. The average price in the community is $4,166, which is less than the average price in the area of $4,243. The cost of assisted living in this area is essentially the same as the cost throughout the state. If the resident needs other services, additional services may increase the monthly cost.
