Columbia Brookside Senior Residences

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.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Walk Score Info Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities. Rank #171 / 701Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 171st out of 701 homes 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 cover every community we track in Georgia that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
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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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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 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.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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.
Presbyterian Village Athens
IL
AL
CCRC
MC
NH
SNF
Athens
60
Facility 60
GA AVG 81
Rank #330 / 527
Yes
10
Facility 10
GA AVG 40
Rank #607 / 701
Apartement / Cottage / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
5
Facility 5
GA AVG 12
Rank #389 / 549
-Cameron Honeycutt11
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
IL
AL
MC
Bogart
59
Facility 59
GA AVG 81
Rank #346 / 527
Yes
5
Facility 5
GA AVG 40
Rank #660 / 701
1 Bed / 2 Bed
12
Facility 12
GA AVG 12
Rank #128 / 549
-Ms. Tanya Adcock11
8
Facility 8
GA AVG 21
Rank #269 / 478
0.7
Facility 0.7
GA AVG 1.3
Rank #241 / 478
Wesley Woods of Athens/Talmage Terrace
IL
MC
Athens
37
Facility 37
GA AVG 81
Rank #440 / 527
Yes
61
Facility 61
GA AVG 40
Rank #145 / 701
Cottage / Apartment
31
Facility 31
GA AVG 12
Rank #51 / 549
A+Lauri Ann Brooks10
17
Facility 17
GA AVG 21
Rank #355 / 478
1.7
Facility 1.7
GA AVG 1.3
Rank #389 / 478
Columbia Brookside Senior Residences
IL
Athens-No
59
Facility 59
GA AVG 40
Rank #171 / 701
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Lanier Gardens In Athens
IL
AL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Athens-Yes
61
Facility 61
GA AVG 40
Rank #145 / 701
1 Bed------

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Financial Assistance for
Independent Living in Georgia

Columbia Brookside Senior Residences 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 Columbia Brookside Senior Residences

Is Columbia Brookside Senior Residences in a walkable area?

Columbia Brookside Senior Residences has a walk score of 59. Somewhat 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 pets allowed at Columbia Brookside Senior Residences?

No, Columbia Brookside Senior Residences has a no-pet policy.

Are there photos of Columbia Brookside Senior Residences?

Yes — there are 21 photos of Columbia Brookside Senior Residences in the photo gallery on this page.

What levels of care does Columbia Brookside Senior Residences provide?

Columbia Brookside Senior Residences offers Independent Living and Rehabilitation.

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.

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