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Orchard at Athens
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Athens, GA
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Orchard at Athens

Assisted Living & Memory Care · Athens, GA
2750 Atlanta Hwy, Athens, GA 30606 View map
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Overview of Orchard at Athens

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Orchard at Athens provides assisted living and memory care in Athens, GA. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while a resident keeps a private apartment. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Having both care levels may suit a resident whose needs grow over time and who may be able to remain in the same community as care requirements change.

The community has 110 beds and offers studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments. A studio provides one private living space, while a two-bedroom apartment can suit a couple moving together or someone who wants a companion. Pets are allowed, so a resident can bring a pet to the community, and Leslie Finkley serves as the administrator.

On-site therapy services allow residents to receive rehabilitation without arranging transportation, while on-site primary care services bring medical visits to the community. Seven courtyards provide outdoor areas. The salon, art studio, movie theater, and sweet shop offer places for grooming, creative activities, entertainment, and treats on site. A Walk Score of 42 places the area in the car-dependent band, so most errands require a car or a ride.

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By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A mid-sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities. 110 Rank #62 / 426Bed count — State benchmarked This assisted living community is ranked 62nd out of 426 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.

Medium-capacity home · Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.

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 #266 / 426Years in operation — State benchmarked This assisted living community is ranked 266th out of 426 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.
6 years
Walk Score Info Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation. Rank #202 / 466Walk Score — State benchmarked This assisted living community is ranked 202nd out of 466 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.
42 / 100

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Community
IssuanceJuly 3, 2022
CountyClarke

Ownership & Operating Entity

Orchard at Athens is administered by Leslie Finkley.

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Rehabilitation Services

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Services

1 service
Transportation Services

Contact Information

Email lfinkley@orchardseniorliving.com

Additional Policies & Features

Pets Allowed

Amenities & Lifestyle

Courtyard
Arts & Crafts
Movie Theater
Salon
Main Street
Solarium
Tavern
Sweet Shop
Fitness And Recreation

Room Accommodations

Building TypeSingle-story
Room Sizes
370 sq. ft 385 sq. ft 400 sq. ft 475 sq. ft 540 sq. ft 625 sq. ft 680 sq. ft 715 sq. ft
Room Types
Studio 1 Bedroom 2 Bedroom

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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 2020 · 6 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. 5 deficiencies 14 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 2020 vs. Georgia state average
Overall vs. GA average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 2 Better Metrics better than Georgia average:
• Total deficiencies (80% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (69% 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. 525.0 This facility has 80% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Georgia assisted living residence (5 vs. GA avg 25).↓ 80% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 0.41.3 This facility has 69% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Georgia assisted living residence (0.4 vs. GA avg 1.3).↓ 69% better

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. 1416.0 This facility has had 13% fewer total inspections than the Georgia average (14 vs. GA avg 16). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 13% fewer
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Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Orchard at Athens

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2 Bedroom, 2 Bath
2 Bedroom, 2 Bath
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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath
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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath
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Address 3.3 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Athens's city center to Orchard at Athens's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Compare Assisted Living around Athens

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. RESC (Residential Care): Personal care and daily-living support in a smaller, more intimate residential setting. 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 / 426
Yes
42
Facility 42
GA AVG 38
Rank #202 / 466
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
6
Facility 6
GA AVG 11
Rank #266 / 426
Leslie Finkley14
5
Facility 5
GA AVG 21
Rank #181 / 378
0.4
Facility 0.4
GA AVG 1.3
Rank #141 / 378
Arbor Terrace of Athens
AL
MC
Athens (Georgia Square Mall)
75
Facility 75
GA AVG 75
Rank #183 / 426
Yes
46
Facility 46
GA AVG 38
Rank #177 / 466
Studio / Suite
13
Facility 13
GA AVG 11
Rank #86 / 426
Dyana Roberts23
19
Facility 19
GA AVG 21
Rank #309 / 378
0.8
Facility 0.8
GA AVG 1.3
Rank #231 / 378
Presbyterian Village Athens
AL
CCRC
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Athens
60
Facility 60
GA AVG 75
Rank #259 / 426
Yes
10
Facility 10
GA AVG 38
Rank #394 / 466
Apartement / Cottage / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
5
Facility 5
GA AVG 11
Rank #295 / 426
Cameron Honeycutt11
41
Facility 41
GA AVG 21
Rank #353 / 378
3.7
Facility 3.7
GA AVG 1.3
Rank #374 / 378
Oaks at Cedar Shoals
AL
MC
RC
Athens (Park East)
50
Facility 50
GA AVG 75
Rank #287 / 426
Yes
50
Facility 50
GA AVG 38
Rank #149 / 466
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
5
Facility 5
GA AVG 11
Rank #313 / 426
Christina Sorrells5
9
Facility 9
GA AVG 21
Rank #241 / 378
1.8
Facility 1.8
GA AVG 1.3
Rank #336 / 378
Whispering Pines Personal Care Home
AL
RESC
Athens (Park East)-Yes
23
Facility 23
GA AVG 38
Rank #312 / 466
-
23
Facility 23
GA AVG 11
Rank #48 / 426
Ms. Susan Snead9
31
Facility 31
GA AVG 21
Rank #344 / 378
3.4
Facility 3.4
GA AVG 1.3
Rank #372 / 378

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

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Georgia

Orchard at Athens 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 Orchard at Athens

Is Orchard at Athens in a walkable area?

Orchard at Athens has a walk score of 42. Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

How long has Orchard at Athens been in business?

Orchard at Athens has been operating for approximately 6 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Orchard at Athens?

Yes, Orchard at Athens allows residents to bring their pets.

What is the best email address for Orchard at Athens?

The team at Orchard at Athens can be reached at lfinkley@orchardseniorliving.com.

Who is the administrator of Orchard at Athens?

Leslie Finkley is the administrator of Orchard at Athens.

How many beds does Orchard at Athens have?

Orchard at Athens has 110 beds.

Has Orchard at Athens had any deficiencies?

Orchard at Athens has had 5 reported deficiencies according to records from Georgia Department of Community Health (DCH).

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