Columbia Brookside Senior Residences

Overview of Columbia Brookside Senior Residences

Enjoy an active retirement at Columbia Brookside Senior Residences, a purposely built community in Athens, GA, offering independent living. Those 55+ can find the accommodation that best matches their preferences with the community’s cozy and spacious one- and two-bedroom floor plans. The community also promotes environmentally friendly practices, helping to lower utility costs for residents.

With its proximity to local amenities and recreational spaces, residents have plenty of leisure and wellness opportunities. A variety of restaurants are also available nearby, ensuring residents can enjoy hassle-free dining. The community is open from Monday to Friday, from 9 A.M. to 5:30 P.M.

Walk Score
Walk Score: 59 / 100 Rank #215 / 870Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 215th out of 870 homes 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.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Georgia 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.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

About this community

License Details

CertificationsLEED® certified

Safety & Compliance

Safety FeaturesNon-smoking community, 24-hour on-site professional maintenance.

Additional Services

1 service
Rehabilitation

Additional Policies & Features

Minimum Age55+

Amenities & Lifestyle

Fitness Center
Spa
Courtyard
Garden
Movie Theater
Transportation
Laundry
Activities
Wellness Programnon-smoking community, non-smoking apartment homes
Religious Services
Touring HoursMon – Fri9:00 AM – 5:30 PM

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What does this home offer?

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No pets allowed

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Room Sizes: 744 / 981 sq. ft

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Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: 3-story

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Social and Recreational Activities

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Exercise Programs

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Address 2.2 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Athens's city center to Columbia Brookside Senior Residences's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Financial Assistance for
Independent Living in Georgia

Columbia Brookside Senior Residences is located in Athens, 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.
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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).
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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).
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~$20-$489/month based on facility type.

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Columbia Brookside Senior Residences

Is Columbia Brookside Senior Residences in a walkable area?

Columbia Brookside Senior Residences has a walk score of 59. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

Does Columbia Brookside Senior Residences have different floorplan options?

Yes — see the floorplan options available at Columbia Brookside Senior Residences on this page.

Are there photos of Columbia Brookside Senior Residences?

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What is the address of Columbia Brookside Senior Residences?

Columbia Brookside Senior Residences is located at 100 Brookside Ave, Athens, GA 30606.

What is the phone number of Columbia Brookside Senior Residences?

(706) 369-6960 will put you in contact with the team at Columbia Brookside Senior Residences.

Does Columbia Brookside Senior Residences provide medical or personal care assistance?

No — Columbia Brookside Senior Residences is an independent living community. Residents live on their own in private apartments with access to amenities, dining, and social activities.

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