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 #569 / 661Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 569th out of 661 homes we track 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.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.
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 we track 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.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.
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score: 61 / 100 Rank #187 / 838Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 187th out of 838 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.
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
Respite Care
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
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
These figures come from state-published and/or federal inspection records. The period covered can vary depending on document availability.
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 (13% above) 1 Better Metrics better than Georgia average:
• Total deficiencies (32% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (13% above) 1 Better Metrics better than Georgia average:
• Total deficiencies (32% 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 | 25 | This facility has 32% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Georgia assisted living residence (17 vs. GA avg 25).↓ 32% better |
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Deficiencies per inspection
Average deficiencies per inspection.
| 1.7 | 1.5 | This facility has 13% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Georgia assisted living residence (1.7 vs. GA avg 1.5).↑ 13% 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 |
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Cottage / Apartment
Building Type: Mid-rise
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Places of interest near Wesley Woods of Athens/Talmage Terrace
2.3 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Athens's city center to Wesley Woods of Athens/Talmage Terrace'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 to lowest based on our ranking 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.
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City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
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Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
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Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
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Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
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Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
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Number of years the company has been in operation.
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Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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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.
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Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
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Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
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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.
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| Presbyterian Village Athens | IL AL MC NH SNF | Athens | 60
Facility
60
GA AVG
87
Rank
#446 / 661 | Yes |
10
Facility
10
GA AVG
41
Rank
#729 / 838 | Apartement / Cottage / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 5
Facility
5
GA AVG
14
Rank
#498 / 671 | - | Cameron Honeycutt | 11 | 41
Facility
41
GA AVG
21
Rank
#429 / 480 | 3.7
Facility
3.7
GA AVG
1.2
Rank
#462 / 480 |
| St Mary’s Highland Hills Village | IL AL MC | Bogart | 59
Facility
59
GA AVG
87
Rank
#466 / 661 | Yes |
5
Facility
5
GA AVG
41
Rank
#785 / 838 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 12
Facility
12
GA AVG
14
Rank
#184 / 671 | - | Ms. Tanya Adcock | 11 | 8
Facility
8
GA AVG
21
Rank
#270 / 480 | 0.7
Facility
0.7
GA AVG
1.2
Rank
#242 / 480 |
| Wesley Woods of Athens/Talmage Terrace | IL MC | Athens | 37
Facility
37
GA AVG
87
Rank
#569 / 661 | Yes |
61
Facility
61
GA AVG
41
Rank
#187 / 838 | Cottage / Apartment | 31
Facility
31
GA AVG
14
Rank
#97 / 671 | A+ | Lauri Ann Brooks | 10 | 17
Facility
17
GA AVG
21
Rank
#356 / 480 | 1.7
Facility
1.7
GA AVG
1.2
Rank
#390 / 480 |
| Lanier Gardens In Athens | IL AL MC NH RC SNF | Athens | - | Yes |
61
Facility
61
GA AVG
41
Rank
#187 / 838 | 1 Bed | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Columbia Brookside Senior Residences | IL | Athens | - | No |
59
Facility
59
GA AVG
41
Rank
#214 / 838 | 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
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.
How many beds does Wesley Woods of Athens/Talmage Terrace have?
Wesley Woods of Athens/Talmage Terrace has 37 beds.
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