At Evergreen Senior Living, independence and personal care go hand in hand. Our supportive living community is built around the people who call it home, their routines, their preferences, and what brings them joy each day.
We believe quality senior care should be accessible to everyone, which is why we welcome seniors from all payor sources. Evergreen Senior Living is the only senior living community in Macon County that accepts Medicaid for eligible adults age 65 and older, making us a lifeline for families who need trusted, local care without the financial burden of private pay.
That means families who might otherwise feel they have no options finally have a place to turn. Our team walks you through every step of the process, from eligibility requirements to paperwork, so the path to moving in feels clear and manageable from the very first conversation.
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Worrying about how to pay for senior living should not get in the way of finding the right community. Evergreen Senior Living accepts private pay, Medicaid, long-term care insurance, and Veterans’ Benefits, giving more families a real path forward regardless of their financial situation.
There are no entrance fees and no long-term commitments. Month-to-month agreements keep things flexible, and there are no hidden maintenance costs tucked into the fine print.
A knowledgeable team member guides families through the application process, the paperwork, and any ongoing requirements, so the path to moving in feels manageable from the very first conversation.
The people who work here operate from one foundational belief: they are guests in our residents’ home, not the other way around. That mindset shapes everything about how care is delivered at Evergreen Senior Living.
Team members learn individual routines, honor personal preferences, and show up for residents in ways that go well beyond what the job requires. The caregiver who remembers your dad takes his coffee black, the staff member who notices someone seems off and quietly checks in, and the familiar face at the front desk who greets every resident by name, every single morning are all part of the community of care at Evergreen.
Families tell us consistently that watching their loved one be known as a person, not just looked after as a resident, is what gives them peace of mind.
A full life at Evergreen means staying active, staying connected, and having the right support in place when it is needed. Here is what that looks like every day.
The activity calendar at Evergreen is built with direct input from the people who live here. Residents do not just show up. They help decide what happens.
A knitting club. A choir. A gardening group. Senior Day at the zoo. Fishing trips. Fireworks. There is always something on the calendar, and the people who planned it are the same ones enjoying it.
Physical, occupational, and speech therapy are available right inside the community. If a resident experiences a fall or a change in health, the team can step in quickly.
Having therapy available right inside the community means residents get support faster, recover more consistently, and do not have to manage the added stress of traveling to an outside facility while they are already dealing with a health setback.
Dining at Evergreen is restaurant-style. Residents choose from a rotating menu of satisfying options in a warm, social setting where lunch with a neighbor can easily turn into an hour-long conversation.
A resident food council meets regularly to share ideas and feedback, and those suggestions directly shape what ends up on the menu. It is not a suggestion box. It is a seat at the table. Families are always welcome to pull up a chair and join.
Come See What Makes Evergreen Feel Different
Most families tell us the same thing after their first visit. They did not expect to feel so certain so quickly. Walking through the doors, watching residents laugh over lunch, meeting the staff members who have been here for years, that's when it clicks. No website can replicate that moment.
Come take a tour. Stay for a meal. Sit in on an activity. We want you to see this community at its most alive, because that's what every day looks like here.
Residents bring their own furniture, hang their own photos, and arrange things exactly the way they like. That is by design. These are their homes, and they should look and feel that way from the moment they move in. The apartments are bright, open, and built with daily comfort and safety in mind.
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We offer studio and one-bedroom apartments with private bathrooms, thoughtfully designed for safety, comfort, and independence.
One of the things that sets Evergreen apart from other communities in the area is that both supportive living and memory care are available in the same community. If a resident’s needs change over time, they can move to the memory care neighborhood without leaving behind the staff they know or the relationships they have built.
Both sides of the community share the same staff, the same kitchen, and the same commitment to quality. That continuity matters. For residents, it means familiarity in a moment that could otherwise feel disorienting. For families, it means one less impossible decision down the road.
“From the very beginning, we were welcomed with open arms. Over the years, this community has given us not only peace of mind, but also deep friendships that have become such an important part of our lives. We’ve laughed, shared stories, and built lasting memories here.”
“I came from another community that wasn’t very active, and I spent a lot of time feeling lonely. That all changed when I moved here. There’s always something fun to do, and I’ve made great friends. Being closer to my family is the icing on the cake. I’m so thankful to be in a place that truly feels alive.”
“They care for us mind, body, and soul. I feel very blessed to be here.”
“Very helpful and caring staff that go out of their way to make life better for their residents.”
“The staff takes interest in getting to know their residents. They made my mother feel like family. I can’t say enough about them.”
“Beautiful place, clean, friendly staff, nice residents, good food, nice size apartments!”
