Atherton Place

Q: What is the best email address for Atherton Place?

The team at Atherton Place can be reached at candice.saunders@wellstar.org.

Overview of Atherton Place

Atherton Place is a 200-bed senior living community located at 111 Tower Road in Marietta, Georgia. Situated less than a mile from the downtown area in Cobb County, the campus coordinates large-scale independent residential spaces alongside specialized memory care services and temporary respite housing.

Oversight tracking databases from the Georgia Department of Community Health reveal a long-standing history of perfect compliance, spanning seven consecutive field evaluations from 2017 through 2025. Comprehensive routine audits in 2017, 2018, and 2022, as well as a 2020 pandemic monitoring visit, all concluded with a citations-per-inspection rate of zero. This trend continued through two distinct complaint reviews in 2023 and a final joint re-licensure and complaint investigation on August 18, 2025, which verified zero active rule infractions and dismissed all filed consumer allegations as unsubstantiated.

The physical plant features centralized amenities designed to support independent and assisted lifestyles, including an internal fitness center, a sundries store, an art studio, a chapel, and a hair salon. Residents have access to secure covered parking structures and landscaped grounds. Direct care teams manage routine medication passes, facilitate memory-specific activities, and assist with personal mobility around the clock. Public directories indicate that the operation has never been subject to state administrative fines, civil money penalties, or licensing constraints.

Prospective representatives seeking a highly regulated, high-capacity senior environment can utilize this facility’s verified history of absolute compliance to guide their choice. The property offers a thoroughly vetted administrative baseline for sponsors who prioritize clean state tracking records across multi-year evaluation cycles.

(770) 421-7300

200-bed community

A large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs.

22 years in operation

A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.

Walk Score: 65 / 100

Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

About this community

Facility TypePersonal Care Home

IssuanceApril 8, 2004

CountyCobb

Atherton Place is administrated by Jr. Mr Joseph Vanhorn.

Enhanced Personal Care

Email [email protected]

Sundries Shop

Hair Salon

On-Campus Fitness Center

Covered Parking

Chapel

Art Space

Since 2017 · 9 years of data

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Community Care Services Program

Georgia Medicaid CCSP

Age 65+ or disabled

General Georgia resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual

Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

High rural demand; waitlists possible.

Benefits

Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Adult day care (~$75/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Meals

Respite Care Program

Georgia NFCSP Respite

Age Caregiver of someone 60+ (or with dementia)

General Georgia resident.

Income Limits No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.

Asset Limits Not applicable.

Focus on metro and rural balance.

Benefits

In-home aide (4-6 hours/day) Adult day care (~$75/day) Facility stay (up to 5 days)

Home and Community Services (HCS)

Georgia Home and Community Services (Non-Medicaid)

Age 60+

General Georgia resident, functionally impaired, at risk of nursing home placement.

Income Limits (2025) No strict limit; prioritizes ~$41,000/year; cost-sharing for higher incomes.

Asset Limits Not specified; need-based.

Non-Medicaid; AAA-managed.

Benefits

Personal care (4-6 hours/day) Homemaker Adult day care ($80/day) Respite (~5 days/year)

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Georgia Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled

General Georgia resident, Medicare Part A/B.

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI).

Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).

Three tiers; entitlement benefit.

Benefits

Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

Georgia Medicaid PACE

Age 55+

General Georgia resident, nursing home-level care need, safe with PACE support.

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR

Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

Limited areas (e.g., Macon, Augusta).

Benefits

Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Medical care Meals Transportation Therapy

SOURCE (Service Options Using Resources in a Community Environment)

Georgia Medicaid SOURCE Program

Age 65+ or disabled

General Georgia resident, Medicaid-eligible, frail but not necessarily nursing home-level.

Income Limits (2025) ~$914/month (SSI level); QIT allowed.

Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

Enhanced primary care model; statewide via 12 sites.

Benefits

Personal care (4-6 hours/day) Case management Adult day health ($80/day) Respite (limited)

Optional State Supplementation (OSS)

Georgia Optional State Supplementation

Age 65+ or disabled

General Georgia resident, in approved facility, low-income/SSI recipient.

Income Limits (2025) ~$1,004/month including SSI

Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

~$20-$489/month based on facility type.

Benefits

Cash (~$20-$489/month) for room/board in personal care homes

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The information below is reported by the Georgia Department of Community Health, Healthcare Facility Regulation Division.


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Is Atherton Place in a walkable area?

Atherton Place has a walk score of 65. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the best email address for Atherton Place?

The team at Atherton Place can be reached at [email protected].

Who is the administrator of Atherton Place?

JR Mr JOSEPH VANHORN is the administrator of Atherton Place.

How many beds does Atherton Place have?

Atherton Place has 200 beds.

Are there photos of Atherton Place?

Yes — there is 1 photo of Atherton Place in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Atherton Place?

Atherton Place is located at 111 TOWER ROAD.

What is the phone number of Atherton Place?

(770) 421-7300 will put you in contact with the team at Atherton Place.

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