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Compare Assisted Living around Athens (Metro Area)
The information below is reported by the Georgia Department of Community Health, Healthcare Facility Regulation Division.
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| Arbor Terrace of Athens |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Athens (Georgia Square Mall) | 75 | Yes | 46 | Studio / Suite | 12 | - | Ms Rose Cleveland | 23 | 19 | 0.8 |
| Presbyterian Village Athens |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Athens | 60 | Yes | 10 | Apartement / Cottage / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 5 | - | - | 7 | 1 | 0.1 |
| Oaks at Cedar Shoals |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. | Athens (Park East) | 50 | Yes | 50 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 4 | - | Christina Sorrells | 5 | 9 | 1.8 |
| The Landing Senior Living |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Bogart | - | Yes | 22 | Studio / Suite / 2 Bed | - | A | - | - | - | - |
| Whispering Pines Personal Care Home |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Athens (Park East) | 15 | Yes | 23 | - | 23 | - | Ms Susan Snead | 9 | 31 | 3.4 |
| The Oaks – Athens |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Athens | - | No | 13 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Remain At Home Senior Care |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Athens | - | No | 46 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Overview of Arbor Terrace of Athens
An elegant home steeped in excellence, Arbor Terrace of Athens has raised the standard of luxury assisted living with memory care services. Their dedicated team of professional staff strives to provide care that is nothing short of extraordinary. The luxurious community practices a results-driven lifestyle that aims to provide quality service for its assisted living and memory care seniors.
Arbor Terrace offers an array of opportunities to be discovered–through its activities and programs, allowing for a mentally and physically stimulating environment for residents. Assisted living support is given for individuals with specific care in terms of helping with daily living and dementia care– that is, assistance with bathing, grooming, dressing, medication management, and activities for physical and mental stimulation activities.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Studio / Suite
Building Type: Two-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Overview of Presbyterian Village Athens
Presbyterian Village Athens is a life plan community in Athens, GA, offering comprehensive care options, including independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing. Featuring upscale and well-maintained amenities in a lively and welcoming environment, the community ensures older adults can feel at home during their stay. Residents also have a maintenance-free living, with housekeeping and linen services, scheduled transportation, and a 24-hour emergency response system. The community also strives to maintain cleanliness and accessibility with its thoughtfully curated amenities and top-notch services.
Swimming, gardening, and live performances are just some of the activities that residents can do to stay active and make friends. Residents can also relax and move around comfortably, with top-tier amenities like the dog park, activity rooms, and learning center. Situated along Macon Highway, near local amenities, the community guarantees convenience. Alongside a wide range of care and well-maintained amenities, this life plan community is one of the finest options for senior living in Georgia.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 1100 / 1200 / 1355 / 1605 / 1747 / 2095 / 2307 sq. ft
Housing Options: Apartement / Cottage / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: Two-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
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.
What does this home offer?
Minimum Age: 55
Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: Single-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Located gracefully in Winder, Georgia, The Landing of Winder is a premier assisted living senior community across Apalachee High School. Their core principle is to create a nurturing, home-like environment with various resort-style amenities. These include the tranquil Odyssey spa, a professional hair and nail salon, a resident-operated store, and a well-equipped fitness center.
At The Landing of Winder, whether one seeks an active retirement lifestyle or specialized senior living care, the dedicated care team is committed to providing a flexible and adaptive lifestyle tailored to individual needs. This community has 16 well-appointed suites designed to provide unwavering support to residents facing cognitive challenges, including those within the spectrum of Dementia, encompassing Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s. Complementing this, The Landing of Winder offers 32 additional assisted living suites tailored to meet the needs of seniors requiring assistance with daily activities.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Studio / Suite / 2 Bed
Building Type: 3-story
Care Cost
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Located in the heart of Athens, Georgia, Whispering Pines radiates tranquility. With a capacity of 50 beds, this residence is dedicated to providing exceptional assisted living healthcare that is not only of the highest quality but also remarkably affordable. The home takes pride in offering top-tier long-term care at a fraction of the average costs associated with assisted living, underscoring their commitment to accessible and compassionate care for all. Within this nurturing environment, residents benefit from the expertise of skilled caregivers who undergo specialized training to create a secure and supportive space for seniors.
The range of services provided is extensive, encompassing impeccable meal preparation and scheduling, efficient housekeeping and laundry services, and thorough medication management. The community is also a hub of activity and engagement, with an array of entertainment options and community activities that span from festive holiday celebrations and social gatherings to cognitive exercises and live music performances on a weekly basis. In every facet of its offerings, Whispering Pines stands as a true testament to its dedication to fostering a peaceful and enriching environment where seniors can thrive.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Building Type: Single-story
Fitness and Recreation
Based in Athens, Georgia, Remain at Home Senior Care is a locally-rooted assisted living community proudly serving Northeast Georgia. Unlike franchises, they uphold unwavering integrity and commitment to care. They understand the delicate balance between an active, independent lifestyle and health challenges. RAH’s primary mission is to empower seniors to maintain independence and achieve life goals.
RAH’s team comprises licensed professionals collaborating with each client’s physician to craft personalized and specialized care plans. Families find in Remain at Home Senior Care a valuable resource. Local physicians trust RAH’s services to support their patients’ desire to stay home, providing distant family members peace of mind.
Set amidst the serene beauty of its 43-acre expanse in Athens, Georgia, The Oaks of Athens stands as a distinguished Health Lifestyle Community. This meticulously designed assisted living community, just minutes from downtown Athens, offers an oasis of luxury, resort-style accommodations, and an unwavering commitment to personalized service.
At The Oaks of Athens, residents can embrace a full continuum of care, providing the comforts of today and peace of mind for the future. This thriving community places all the essentials within easy reach, ensuring that residents enjoy a life of comfort, convenience, and exceptional care. Come and experience the harmonious blend of natural beauty, attentive care, and a vibrant lifestyle at The Oaks of Athens – where every day is an opportunity to savor life to the fullest.
Ranking Methodology
How we rank these assisted living communities
Every community above is evaluated across six weighted categories using public data including state inspection records, review platforms, BBB profiles, and operator-published materials.
Weighting overview
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Resident Experience
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Regulatory
15%
Visual Media
10%
Website
10%
Stability
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Environment
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Resident & Family Experience 35%
The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.
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Review Sentiment
Review Volume
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Regulatory & Safety Record 25%
State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.
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State Inspections
Citations/Inspection
% Inspections w/ Citations
Complaint Visits
Accreditations
BBB Rating
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Visual Media & Transparency 15%
Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.
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Video Tours
Virtual Walkthroughs
Photo Quantity
Photo Quality
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Website & Operator Transparency 10%
Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.
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Website Content
Mobile Usability
Staff Info Available
Owner Info Available
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Community Stability 10%
Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.
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Occupancy Rate
Bed Options
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Environment & Pricing 5%
Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.
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Walk Score
Pricing Transparency
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Frequently Asked Questions about Assisted Living in Athens, GA
What is the average cost of assisted living in Athens, GA?
The average monthly cost of assisted living in Athens, GA is approximately $4,300. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.
What is the price range for assisted living in Athens, GA?
Assisted living in Athens, GA typically ranges from $3,800–$6,400 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.
What is the typical staff-to-resident ratio at assisted living facilities in Athens, GA?
Assisted living facilities in Athens, GA typically operate with a staff-to-resident ratio in the range of 1:6 to 1:12.
How many licensed assisted living facilities are there in Athens, GA?
According to state licensing records, there are approximately ~15–20 licensed assisted living facilities in Athens, GA.
What's the difference between assisted living and memory care in Georgia?
Assisted living in Georgia supports residents with daily activities (bathing, dressing, medication management) while preserving independence. Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's or dementia, and adds 24/7 secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and structured routines designed to reduce confusion and wandering.
What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in Georgia?
Assisted living in Georgia is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.
Does Georgia Medicaid cover assisted living?
Georgia Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for assisted living, but most states (including Georgia) offer Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers that can offset the cost of care services delivered inside a licensed community. Eligibility, waitlists, and covered services vary — check directly with the state Medicaid agency.
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