Medium-capacity home · Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.
Orchard at Athens
Orchard at Athens is a stunning sanctuary nestled in Athens that boasts exquisite surroundings. Offering an intimate and home-like atmosphere, assisted living and memory care residents will undoubtedly receive a fulfilling and enriching experience that completes a sense of belonging. A personalized care approach creates a senior living experience tailored to the unique needs of each individual, cultivating growth and independence while receiving daily support.
Orchard at Athens provides an innovative approach to solutions to senior care; they ensure comfort is delivered with various services and amenities that help residents maintain an active day-to-day living supported by a vibrant lifestyle. From delicious home-cooked meals to specialized programs and activities, residents will love the features that ensure they live conveniently and stress-free.
Community insights.
About this community
Orchard at Athens is administered by Leslie Finkley.
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.
Includes all inspection records for this property, which could include management/ownership changes. 5 deficiencies 14 inspections
Inspection Scorecard
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• Total deficiencies (80% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (69% below)
Deficiencies
| This Facility | GA Average | vs. GA Avg |
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Total deficiencies
| 5 | 25 | This facility has 80% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Georgia assisted living residence (5 vs. GA avg 25).↓ 80% better |
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Deficiencies per inspection
| 0.4 | 1.27 | This facility has 69% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Georgia assisted living residence (0.4 vs. GA avg 1.27).↓ 69% better |
Inspections
| This Facility | GA Average | vs. GA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total inspections
| 14 | 16 | 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 |
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 370 / 385 / 400 / 475 / 540 / 625 / 680 / 715 sq. ft
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: Single-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Orchard at Athens
Places of interest near Orchard at Athens
3.3 miles from city center
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.
IL (Independent Living):
Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
CCRC( (Continuing Care Retirement Communities (CCRC)):
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City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
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Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
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Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
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Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
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Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
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Number of years the company has been in operation.
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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.
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Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
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Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
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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.
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| Orchard at Athens | AL MC | Athens | 110
Facility
110
GA AVG
81
Rank
#99 / 533 | Yes |
42
Facility
42
GA AVG
40
Rank
#337 / 706 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 6
Facility
6
GA AVG
12
Rank
#355 / 555 | Leslie Finkley | 14 | 5
Facility
5
GA AVG
21
Rank
#212 / 478 | 0.4
Facility
0.4
GA AVG
1.3
Rank
#163 / 478 |
| Arbor Terrace of Athens | AL MC | Athens (Georgia Square Mall) | 75
Facility
75
GA AVG
81
Rank
#251 / 533 | Yes |
46
Facility
46
GA AVG
40
Rank
#291 / 706 | Studio / Suite | 13
Facility
13
GA AVG
12
Rank
#118 / 555 | Dyana Roberts | 23 | 19
Facility
19
GA AVG
21
Rank
#369 / 478 | 0.8
Facility
0.8
GA AVG
1.3
Rank
#264 / 478 |
| Presbyterian Village Athens | AL CCRC( IL MC NH SNF | Athens | 60
Facility
60
GA AVG
81
Rank
#331 / 533 | Yes |
10
Facility
10
GA AVG
40
Rank
#612 / 706 | Apartement / Cottage / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 5
Facility
5
GA AVG
12
Rank
#395 / 555 | Cameron Honeycutt | 11 | 41
Facility
41
GA AVG
21
Rank
#427 / 478 | 3.7
Facility
3.7
GA AVG
1.3
Rank
#461 / 478 |
| St Mary’s Highland Hills Village | AL IL MC | Bogart | 59
Facility
59
GA AVG
81
Rank
#347 / 533 | Yes |
5
Facility
5
GA AVG
40
Rank
#665 / 706 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 12
Facility
12
GA AVG
12
Rank
#129 / 555 | Ms. Tanya Adcock | 11 | 8
Facility
8
GA AVG
21
Rank
#269 / 478 | 0.7
Facility
0.7
GA AVG
1.3
Rank
#241 / 478 |
| Oaks at Cedar Shoals | AL MC RC | Athens (Park East) | 50
Facility
50
GA AVG
81
Rank
#364 / 533 | Yes |
50
Facility
50
GA AVG
40
Rank
#252 / 706 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 4
Facility
4
GA AVG
12
Rank
#423 / 555 | Christina Sorrells | 5 | 9
Facility
9
GA AVG
21
Rank
#282 / 478 | 1.8
Facility
1.8
GA AVG
1.3
Rank
#399 / 478 |
Rank badges are statewide: each community is ranked against every GA 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
Orchard at Athens is located in Athens, Georgia.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Georgia.
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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