Wesley Woods of Athens/Talmage Terrace
Independent Living & Memory Care · Athens, GA
Wesley Woods of Athens/Talmage Terrace
Independent Living & Memory Care · Athens, GA
Overview of Wesley Woods of Athens/talmage Terrace
Talmage Terrace by the Wesley Woods of Athens offers its residents a warm and welcoming atmosphere to maintain comfort in an independent senior living home. A distinct, independent living community, residents are guaranteed full support and assistance while maintaining an active lifestyle. Talmage Terrace is ideal for families seeking a well-established community that guarantees compassionate accommodation.
The active adult independent living apartment community services include daily delicious meals, personalized healthcare services, recreational activities, educational activities, weekly housekeeping and laundry services, an emergency call system, and 24/7 care supervision. Amenities include a library, a fitness center, a game room, a multi-purpose room, a private dining room, a learning center, and a full-service salon.
37-bed community Rank #571 / 664Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 571st out of 664 homes in Georgia for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Georgia facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.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.
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
31 years in operation Rank #97 / 671Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 97th out of 671 homes in Georgia for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Georgia facilities. Longer operating histories may 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.
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score: 61 / 100 Rank #188 / 870Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 188th 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.
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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About this community
Facility TypePersonal Care Home
IssuanceDecember 5, 2004
CountyClarke
Wesley Woods of Athens/Talmage Terrace is administered by Lauri Ann Brooks.
Profit StatusFor-profit
Staffing
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
ContactMr. Terry Barcroft, CEO (per BBB, record updated Jul 2026)
Respite Care
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
No Alzheimer's certification
Personal Care
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.
Since 2017 · 9 years of data
17 deficiencies
10 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 2017 vs. Georgia state average
Overall vs. GA average
1 Worse
Metrics worse than Georgia average:
• Deficiencies per inspection (42% above) 1 Better Metrics better than Georgia average:
• Total deficiencies (19% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (42% above) 1 Better Metrics better than Georgia average:
• Total deficiencies (19% below)
Deficiencies
| This Facility | GA Average | vs. GA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 17 | 21 | This facility has 19% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Georgia assisted living residence (17 vs. GA avg 21).↓ 19% better |
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Deficiencies per inspection
Average deficiencies per inspection.
| 1.7 | 1.2 | This facility has 42% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Georgia assisted living residence (1.7 vs. GA avg 1.2).↑ 42% worse |
Inspections
| This Facility | GA Average | vs. GA Avg |
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Total inspections
Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility.
| 10 | 17 | This facility has had 41% fewer total inspections than the Georgia average (10 vs. GA avg 17). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 41% fewer |
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
- August 23, 2024 complaint investigation found no rule violations or deficiencies during the onsite visit.
- August 11, 2022 complaint investigation cited one deficiency for failure to ensure current CPR certification for 1 of 3 sampled staff.
- October 26, 2021 complaint investigation found 10 deficiencies including multiple staff training failures, insufficient medication administration time, and outdated fire extinguisher inspections.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Cottage / Apartment
Building Type: Mid-rise
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
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2.3 miles from city center
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Compare Independent 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 to lowest based on our ranking methodology.
| Presbyterian Village Athens | IL AL MC NH SNF | Athens | 60
Facility
60
GA AVG
87
Rank
#447 / 664 | Yes |
10
Facility
10
GA AVG
39
Rank
#731 / 870 | Apartement / Cottage / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 5
Facility
5
GA AVG
14
Rank
#496 / 671 | - | Cameron Honeycutt | 7 | 41
Facility
41
GA AVG
21
Rank
#429 / 483 | 5.9
Facility
5.9
GA AVG
1.2
Rank
#478 / 483 |
| Wesley Woods of Athens/Talmage Terrace | IL MC | Athens (Riverhill Drive) | 37
Facility
37
GA AVG
87
Rank
#571 / 664 | Yes |
61
Facility
61
GA AVG
39
Rank
#188 / 870 | Cottage / Apartment | 31
Facility
31
GA AVG
14
Rank
#97 / 671 | A+ | Lauri Ann Brooks | 10 | 17
Facility
17
GA AVG
21
Rank
#355 / 483 | 1.7
Facility
1.7
GA AVG
1.2
Rank
#395 / 483 |
| Lanier Gardens In Athens | IL AL MC NH RC SNF | Athens (Riverhill Drive) | - | Yes |
61
Facility
61
GA AVG
39
Rank
#188 / 870 | 1 Bed | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Columbia Brookside Senior Residences | IL | Athens | - | No |
59
Facility
59
GA AVG
39
Rank
#215 / 870 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| TerraBella Epps Bridge | IL HC HOS | Athens (Holly Hills) | - | Yes |
12
Facility
12
GA AVG
39
Rank
#708 / 870 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Financial Assistance for
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Wesley Woods of Athens/Talmage Terrace is located in Athens, Georgia.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Wesley Woods of Athens/Talmage Terrace
What neighborhood is Wesley Woods of Athens/Talmage Terrace in?
Wesley Woods of Athens/Talmage Terrace is in the Riverhill Drive neighborhood of Athens.
Is Wesley Woods of Athens/Talmage Terrace in a walkable area?
Wesley Woods of Athens/Talmage Terrace has a walk score of 61. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
How long has Wesley Woods of Athens/Talmage Terrace been in business?
Wesley Woods of Athens/Talmage Terrace has been operating for approximately 31 years, based on available licensing and registration records.
Are pets allowed at Wesley Woods of Athens/Talmage Terrace?
Yes, Wesley Woods of Athens/Talmage Terrace allows residents to bring their pets.
What is the best email address for Wesley Woods of Athens/Talmage Terrace?
The team at Wesley Woods of Athens/Talmage Terrace can be reached at lauriann.brooks@wesleywoods.org.
Does Wesley Woods of Athens/Talmage Terrace operate as a for-profit or non-profit?
Wesley Woods of Athens/Talmage Terrace is registered as a for-profit in GA.
Who is the administrator of Wesley Woods of Athens/Talmage Terrace?
Lauri Ann Brooks is the administrator of Wesley Woods of Athens/Talmage Terrace.
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