Oaks at Cedar Shoals
Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Athens, GA

Oaks at Cedar Shoals

Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Athens, GA

Overview of Oaks at Cedar Shoals

Situated in the serene neighborhood of Cedar Shoals Drive, Athens, GA, Oaks at Cedar Shoals is an idyllic senior living community that provides senior living and respite care. The community offers a spectrum of purposely designed and spacious floor plans including studio, one-, and two-bedroom apartments. Oaks at Cedar Shoals is a haven for seniors to live independently with a kind and compassionate team taking care of the mundane duties and necessities.

There is no dull time with the community’s carefully curated activities to hone its residents’ best interests and hobbies ranging from friendly games to fun-filled classes. Moreover, residents enjoy dining catered to their needs with tasty and healthy meals. Oaks at Cedar Shoals is a good place to live your golden years with its resident-centered community.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions. 50 Rank #286 / 425Bed count — State benchmarkedThis assisted living community is ranked 286th out of 425 assisted living communities we track in Georgia for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Georgia facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Georgia that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Smaller home · May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Years of operating Info An established community with some operational experience and growing routines. This is the number of years in operation under current management. Rank #312 / 425Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis assisted living community is ranked 312th out of 425 assisted living communities we track in Georgia for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Georgia facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Georgia that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
4 years
Walk Score Info Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities. Rank #148 / 465Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis assisted living community is ranked 148th out of 465 assisted living communities we track in Georgia for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Georgia facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Georgia that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
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About this community

License Details

Facility TypePersonal Care Home
IssuanceSeptember 21, 2021
CountyClarke

Ownership & Operating Entity

Oaks at Cedar Shoals is administered by Christina Sorrells.

Profit StatusFor-profit

Amenities & Lifestyle

Specific ProgramsOaks Care, Person-Directed Care

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Inspection History

In Georgia, the Department of Community Health, Healthcare Facility Regulation Division conducts unannounced inspections to ensure facilities adhere to state health and safety requirements.

Since 2023 · 3 years of data These figures come from state-published data and the state inspection reports we hold on file. The period covered can vary depending on document availability.
Includes all inspection records for this property, which could include management/ownership changes.
9 deficiencies 5 inspections

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Georgia state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2023 vs. Georgia state average
Overall vs. GA average 1 Worse Metrics worse than Georgia average:
• Deficiencies per inspection (42% above)
1 Better Metrics better than Georgia average:
• Total deficiencies (64% below)

Deficiencies Info Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityGA Averagevs. GA Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 925 This facility has 64% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Georgia assisted living residence (9 vs. GA avg 25).↓ 64% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 1.81.27 This facility has 42% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Georgia assisted living residence (1.8 vs. GA avg 1.27).↑ 42% worse

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityGA Averagevs. GA Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility. 516 This facility has had 69% fewer total inspections than the Georgia average (5 vs. GA avg 16). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 69% fewer

What does this home offer?

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Minimum Age: 55

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Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: Single-story

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Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Oaks at Cedar Shoals

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Reviews (1)

Oaks at Cedar Shoals Reviews

Vicki Adkins
Can't say enough about this facility - Great caring and friendly staff - always willing to please. Mom loves it here and they are so good to her.

Rating Their Experiences

What do you like most about living here?

The caring staff

Are there enough caregivers to handle the residents' needs, especially during emergencies?

Yes

Are the common areas pleasant and comfortable for socializing or relaxing?

Yes

How do you feel about the level of social interaction available with other residents?

It is great - several sitting areas for visiting.

How was the units offered in this community?

several different units and sizes

Do you feel safe living in this community?

Yes

How well do you think the community handles emergencies or unexpected events?

wonderful

How would you rate the quality and variety of the meals? (1-5)

5

Are special diets handled well?

Yes

Is the dining schedule flexible enough to meet your preferences?

Yes

Are there any hidden fees or unexpected charges?

no

Would you recommend this community to others looking for senior living options?

most definitely

Is there anything you wish you knew before moving in?

no

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Address 3.0 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Athens's city center to Oaks at Cedar Shoals's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Info below is compiled from the GA Dept. of Community Health (DCH), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community): A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
A named contact for the facility. Hover the name to see their role — Administrator (state administrator of record or facility-provided administrator), Nursing Director, Medical Director, or Staff. The most authoritative available is shown.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
The average number of deficiencies this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total deficiencies ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
Orchard at Athens
AL
MC
Athens
110
Facility 110
GA AVG 75
Rank #62 / 425
Yes
42
Facility 42
GA AVG 38
Rank #201 / 465
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
6
Facility 6
GA AVG 11
Rank #266 / 425
Leslie Finkley14
5
Facility 5
GA AVG 21
Rank #181 / 377
0.4
Facility 0.4
GA AVG 1.3
Rank #141 / 377
Arbor Terrace of Athens
AL
MC
Athens (Georgia Square Mall)
75
Facility 75
GA AVG 75
Rank #183 / 425
Yes
46
Facility 46
GA AVG 38
Rank #176 / 465
Studio / Suite
13
Facility 13
GA AVG 11
Rank #86 / 425
Dyana Roberts23
19
Facility 19
GA AVG 21
Rank #308 / 377
0.8
Facility 0.8
GA AVG 1.3
Rank #230 / 377
Presbyterian Village Athens
AL
CCRC
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Athens
60
Facility 60
GA AVG 75
Rank #259 / 425
Yes
10
Facility 10
GA AVG 38
Rank #393 / 465
Apartement / Cottage / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
5
Facility 5
GA AVG 11
Rank #293 / 425
Cameron Honeycutt11
41
Facility 41
GA AVG 21
Rank #352 / 377
3.7
Facility 3.7
GA AVG 1.3
Rank #373 / 377
St Mary’s Highland Hills Village
AL
IL
MC
Bogart
59
Facility 59
GA AVG 75
Rank #273 / 425
Yes
5
Facility 5
GA AVG 38
Rank #430 / 465
1 Bed / 2 Bed
12
Facility 12
GA AVG 11
Rank #96 / 425
Ms. Tanya Adcock11
8
Facility 8
GA AVG 21
Rank #228 / 377
0.7
Facility 0.7
GA AVG 1.3
Rank #208 / 377
Oaks at Cedar Shoals
AL
MC
RC
Athens (Park East)
50
Facility 50
GA AVG 75
Rank #286 / 425
Yes
50
Facility 50
GA AVG 38
Rank #148 / 465
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
4
Facility 4
GA AVG 11
Rank #312 / 425
Christina Sorrells5
9
Facility 9
GA AVG 21
Rank #240 / 377
1.8
Facility 1.8
GA AVG 1.3
Rank #335 / 377

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each assisted living community is ranked against every other GA assisted living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 5 on this page. See how we rank facilities

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Georgia

Oaks at Cedar Shoals is located in Athens, Georgia.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Georgia.

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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).
GA

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.
GA

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.
GA

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).
GA

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).
GA

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).
GA

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).
GA

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Oaks at Cedar Shoals

What neighborhood is Oaks at Cedar Shoals in?

Oaks at Cedar Shoals is in the Park East neighborhood of Athens.

Is Oaks at Cedar Shoals in a walkable area?

Oaks at Cedar Shoals has a walk score of 50. Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

How long has Oaks at Cedar Shoals been in business?

Oaks at Cedar Shoals has been operating for approximately 4 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Oaks at Cedar Shoals?

Yes, Oaks at Cedar Shoals allows residents to bring their pets.

Does Oaks at Cedar Shoals operate as a for-profit or non-profit?

Oaks at Cedar Shoals is registered as a for-profit in GA.

Who is the administrator of Oaks at Cedar Shoals?

Christina Sorrells is the administrator of Oaks at Cedar Shoals.

How many beds does Oaks at Cedar Shoals have?

Oaks at Cedar Shoals has 50 beds.

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