Haven Memory Care of Athens, LLC
Memory Care, Hospice Care & Respite Care · Athens, GA
Haven Memory Care of Athens, LLC
Memory Care, Hospice Care & Respite Care · Athens, GA
Overview of Haven Memory Care of Athens
Haven Memory Care of Athens is a 56-bed specialized residential facility located at 705 Whitehead Road in Athens, Georgia. Situated roughly 3.4 miles from the downtown area, the community provides memory care and rehabilitation services with 24-hour staffing. The property is positioned approximately four miles from Piedmont Athens Regional hospital and offers secure housing for residents with Alzheimer’s and related conditions.
Regulatory oversight from the Georgia Department of Community Health reveals a strong recent compliance history with an average of only one deficiency per year. The facility maintained a citations-per-inspection rate of zero during its most recent surveys in December 2024 and September 2025. While an October 2023 investigation noted issues with kitchen sanitation and care planning, and a March 2025 report identified a violation regarding resident ambulatory status, subsequent clean inspections indicate these matters were resolved.
This community’s service model integrates clinical support with daily residential assistance, including physical, occupational, and speech therapies. Care coordination features on-site physician and geriatric psychiatric services, as well as hospice aging-in-place options for long-term support. Administrative protocols manage specialized memory programming and respite care, supported by a medical staff that oversees the wellness of up to 56 residents.
Individualized resident support includes routine housekeeping, laundry services, and spiritual programs within a secure environment. The facility’s performance is currently 80% better than the Georgia state average for deficiencies, and no fines or enforcement actions are present in the public record. Management has demonstrated an ability to address earlier documentation and safety findings through reinforced operational standards and consistent regulatory adherence.
Prospective representatives are encouraged to schedule an on-site visit to observe the specialized memory programming and therapeutic services in person. During the tour, it is advisable to discuss the current ratio of non-ambulatory residents with the administrator to ensure the community continues to meet its aging-in-place requirements. Families should also verify that the sanitation and medication safeguards remain consistent with the high standards reflected in the most recent state inspections.
56-bed community Rank #471 / 661Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 471st 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.
3 years in operation Rank #598 / 671Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 598th 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.
An established community with some operational experience and growing routines.
Walk Score: 43 / 100 Rank #395 / 838Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 395th 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.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
About this community
Facility TypePersonal Care Home
IssuanceNovember 28, 2022
CountyClarke
Haven Memory Care of Athens, LLC is administered by Lisa Brown.
Wheelchair Accessible
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Nursing Services
24-Hour Staffing
Email
lbrown@havenmemory.com
Pets not allowed
Activities
Housekeeping
Laundry
Cable Tv
Activities
Specific ProgramsAlzheimer's Care
Religious Services
Operating Hours24/7
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 2022 · 4 years of data
These figures come from state-published and/or federal inspection records. The period covered can vary depending on document availability.
4 deficiencies
5 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 2022 vs. Georgia state average
Overall vs. GA average
0 Worse
No metrics in this bucket.
2 Better
Metrics better than Georgia average:
• Total deficiencies (84% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (37% below)
• Total deficiencies (84% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (37% 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.
| 4 | 25 | This facility has 84% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Georgia assisted living residence (4 vs. GA avg 25).↓ 84% better |
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Deficiencies per inspection
Average deficiencies per inspection.
| 0.8 | 1.27 | This facility has 37% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Georgia assisted living residence (0.8 vs. GA avg 1.27).↓ 37% better |
Inspections
| This Facility | GA Average | vs. GA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total inspections
Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility.
| 5 | 16 | This facility has had 69% fewer total inspections than the Georgia average (5 vs. GA avg 16). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 69% fewer |
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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.
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.
HOS (Hospice Care):
Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
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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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|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orchard at Athens | MC AL | Athens | 110
Facility
110
GA AVG
87
Rank
#151 / 661 | Yes |
42
Facility
42
GA AVG
41
Rank
#413 / 838 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 6
Facility
6
GA AVG
14
Rank
#453 / 671 | - | Leslie Finkley | 14 | 5
Facility
5
GA AVG
21
Rank
#213 / 480 | 0.4
Facility
0.4
GA AVG
1.3
Rank
#163 / 480 |
| Arbor Terrace of Athens | MC AL | Athens (Georgia Square Mall) | 75
Facility
75
GA AVG
87
Rank
#348 / 661 | Yes |
46
Facility
46
GA AVG
41
Rank
#357 / 838 | Studio / Suite | 12
Facility
12
GA AVG
14
Rank
#184 / 671 | - | Dyana Roberts | 23 | 19
Facility
19
GA AVG
21
Rank
#371 / 480 | 0.8
Facility
0.8
GA AVG
1.3
Rank
#265 / 480 |
| St Mary’s Highland Hills Village | MC AL IL | 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
1.3
Rank
#242 / 480 |
| Haven Memory Care of Athens, LLC | MC HOS RC | Athens | 56
Facility
56
GA AVG
87
Rank
#471 / 661 | No |
43
Facility
43
GA AVG
41
Rank
#395 / 838 | - | 3
Facility
3
GA AVG
14
Rank
#598 / 671 | - | Lisa Brown | 5 | 4
Facility
4
GA AVG
21
Rank
#185 / 480 | 0.8
Facility
0.8
GA AVG
1.3
Rank
#265 / 480 |
| Wesley Woods of Athens/Talmage Terrace | MC IL | 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
1.3
Rank
#390 / 480 |
Financial Assistance for
Memory Care in Georgia
Haven Memory Care of Athens, LLC is located in ATHENS, Georgia.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Haven Memory Care of Athens, LLC
Is Haven Memory Care of Athens, LLC in a walkable area?
Haven Memory Care of Athens, LLC has a walk score of 43. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
How long has Haven Memory Care of Athens, LLC been in business?
Haven Memory Care of Athens, LLC has been operating for approximately 3 years, based on available licensing and registration records.
Are pets allowed at Haven Memory Care of Athens, LLC?
No, Haven Memory Care of Athens, LLC has a no-pet policy.
What is the best email address for Haven Memory Care of Athens, LLC?
The team at Haven Memory Care of Athens, LLC can be reached at lbrown@havenmemory.com.
Who is the administrator of Haven Memory Care of Athens, LLC?
Lisa Brown is the administrator of Haven Memory Care of Athens, LLC.
How many beds does Haven Memory Care of Athens, LLC have?
Haven Memory Care of Athens, LLC has 56 beds.
Has Haven Memory Care of Athens, LLC had any deficiencies?
Haven Memory Care of Athens, LLC has had 4 reported deficiencies since 2022 according to records from Georgia Department of Community Health (DCH).
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