TerraBella Athens
Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Athens, TN

TerraBella Athens

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

Overview of TerraBella Athens

Nestled amidst the tranquility of the Great Smoky Mountains in Athens, TN, TerraBella Athens is an idyllic senior living community that offers various senior living options, including assisted living, respite care, and memory care. The community offers studios and one-bedroom apartments with plenty of privacy and convenient access to various amenities and beautiful outdoor areas. Residents enjoy diverse social events and activities with additional support from a dedicated team trained to monitor and provide needed personal care. A team of skilled caregivers is also available to provide assistance and care to residents dealing with memory loss.

At TerraBella Athens, they develop individual care plans to meet the needs of each resident along with an encouraging environment that allows residents to thrive in body and mind. Residents enjoy a wide range of amenities designed to provide comfort, ease, and delight, such as vibrant recreational spaces, group trips, health and wellness initiatives, housekeeping and maintenance services, and scheduled transportation. With its compassionate services and comprehensive amenities, TerraBella Athens truly captures the warmth of hospitality and care.

 

Bed community size
74-bed community
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Years in operation
27 years in operation
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 55 / 100
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
85%
Rank #74 / 274Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 74th out of 274 homes in Tennessee for Occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Tennessee average, with its Statewide rank out of 274. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Tennessee that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Higher than the Tennessee average: 71.6%
Occupied beds
63 / 74
Average occupied beds in Tennessee homes 82 beds

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Care Living Facility
IssuanceAugust 10, 1998
ExpirationNovember 20, 2026
CountyMcminn
License Number00000149

Ownership & Operating Entity

TerraBella Athens is legally operated by Athens AL/MC, LLC, and administered by Mendy Howard.

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Inspection History

In Tennessee, the Department of Health, Division of Health Care Facilities performs unannounced inspections and investigations to ensure facilities provide high-quality resident care.

Since 2021 · 5 years of data 4 citations 4 inspections

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

Since 2021 vs. Tennessee state average
Overall vs. TN average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 2 At Avg Metrics at Tennessee average:
• Total citations (at TN avg)
• Citations per year (at TN avg)
1 Better Metrics better than Tennessee average:
• Citations per inspection (50% below)
Latest Inspection January 18, 2024 Enforcement

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

This FacilityTN Averagevs. TN Avg
Total citations Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 44 This facility has total citations in line with the Tennessee average (4 vs. TN avg 4).— At avg
Citations per year Info Average citations per year since 2021. 0.80.8 This facility has citations per year in line with the Tennessee average (0.8 vs. TN avg 0.8).— At avg
Citations per inspection Info Average citations per inspection. 12 This facility has 50% fewer citations per inspection than a typical Tennessee assisted living residence (1 vs. TN avg 2).↓ 50% better

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

This FacilityTN Averagevs. TN Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations. 42 This facility has had 100% more total inspections than the Tennessee average (4 vs. TN avg 2). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 100% more

Residents information

Stay stats

Average length of stay
131 days
Total residents
38
Total admissions (2024)
42
Total discharges (2024)
39

Discharges

  • To hospital 2
  • To Private Residence or Home 3

Demographics

GENDER

  • Female Residents 68.4%
  • Male Residents 31.6%

AGE DISTRIBUTION

  • 65-69 10.5%
  • 70-74 5.3%
  • 75-79 15.8%
  • 80-84 23.7%
  • 85-89 26.3%
  • 90 or more 18.4%

ETHNICITY

  • Black Residents 2.6%
  • White Residents 97.4%

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for TerraBella Athens

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Address 0.9 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Athens's city center to TerraBella Athens's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Compare Assisted Living around the area

The information below is reported by the Tennessee Department of Health, Division of Health Care Facilities.

NHC Place Cool Springs
AL
HOS
MC
NH
SNF
Franklin (Cool Springs)108 No - 34 -
Brookdale Sandy Springs
AL
MC
Maryville (Westwood Hills)100 Yes A+ 16 Studio / Suite / Companion Rooms
TerraBella Athens
AL
MC
RC
Athens (Bohannon Addition)74 No - 55 -
Brookdale Kingsport
AL
Kingsport (North John B Dennis Highway)70 Yes A+ 19 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Viva Senior Living at Oak Ridge
AL
IL
MC
RC
Oak Ridge (Jackson Square)62 Yes - 45 Private / Companion / 1 Bed / 2 Bed Rooms

Frequently Asked Questions about TerraBella Athens

What neighborhood is TerraBella Athens in?

TerraBella Athens is in the Bohannon Addition neighborhood of Athens.

Who is the owner of TerraBella Athens?

TerraBella Athens is legally operated by Athens AL/MC, LLC, and administered by Mendy Howard.

Is TerraBella Athens in a walkable area?

TerraBella Athens has a walk score of 55. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the license number of TerraBella Athens?

According to TN state health department records, TerraBella Athens's license number is 00000149.

When does TerraBella Athens's license expire?

According to TN state health department records, TerraBella Athens's license expires on November 20, 2026.

What is the occupancy rate at TerraBella Athens?

TerraBella Athens's occupancy is 85%.

Who is the administrator of TerraBella Athens?

Mendy Howard is the administrator of TerraBella Athens.

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