Athen’s Crossing
Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, Nursing Home & Skilled Nursing · Columbus, IN

Athen’s Crossing

Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, Nursing Home & Skilled Nursing · Columbus, IN

Overview of Athen’s Crossing

Enjoy the best of your golden years at Athens Crossing, an idyllic retreat in Columbus, IN, offering independent living. The community has beautifully designed and spacious accommodations, ensuring residents are comfortable and safe. Maintenance services are also provided, so residents have more time to do the things they love.

Here, residents are encouraged to live actively and maintain social connections with various activities and fun programs. The community is also surrounded by delightful restaurants and shops, providing residents with dining options that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. With its beautiful surroundings and top-tier amenities, residents are guaranteed the finest retirement experience.

Walk Score
Walk Score: 0 / 100 Rank #562 / 587Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 562nd out of 587 homes in Indiana. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Indiana facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Rankings are based only on facilities in Indiana 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.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A- (Not Accredited)
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Safety & Compliance

Emergency SystemsYes

Additional Services

1 service
Rehabilitation

Additional Policies & Features

Minimum Age55+
Utilities IncludedYes

Amenities & Lifestyle

Fitness Center
Library
Spa
Chapel
Restaurant
Garden
Walking Paths
Pickleball
Transportation
Activities
Wellness Program
Religious Services

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What does this home offer?

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Room Sizes: 2,400 sq. ft

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Housing Options: 2 Bed

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Building Type: Single-story

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Social and Recreational Activities

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Exercise Programs

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Swimming Pool

Managed by Rebecca Stenner

Executive Director

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Address 4.4 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Columbus's city center to Athen’s Crossing's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Financial Assistance for
Independent Living in Indiana

Athen’s Crossing is located in Columbus, Indiana.
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Aged and Disabled Waiver

Indiana Medicaid A&D Waiver

Age 65+ or disabled
General Indiana 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).
IN

Requires level-of-care determination.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care (~$60/day) Home health services

CHOICE Program

Indiana CHOICE

Age 60+
General Indiana resident, at risk of nursing home.
Income Limits ~$2,000/month varies
Asset Limits $10,000 individual
IN

Limited funding; regional variation.

Benefits
In-home care (3-5 hours/week) Respite (up to 10 days/year) Transportation (~5 trips/month)

Residential Care Assistance Program (RCAP)

Indiana Residential Care Assistance Program

Age 65+
General or blind, or disabled, Indiana resident, in approved facility, low-income or SSI recipient.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,004/month including SSI
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
IN

~50 facilities statewide; per diem rate set by FSSA.

Benefits
Room/board Laundry Minimal care coordination (~$20-$50/day subsidy)

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Indiana Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General Indiana resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
IN

Three tiers; no waitlist.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

National Family Caregiver Support Program (NFCSP) Respite

Indiana NFCSP Respite Care

Age
General Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; Indiana resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).
Income Limits (2025) Prioritizes ~$24,980/year (individual); no strict cap.
Asset Limits Not assessed; need-based.
IN

16 AAAs; prioritizes low-income, rural caregivers.

Benefits
Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year) Adult day care ($60/day) Caregiver training

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Indiana VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General Indiana resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth limit
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High veteran demand statewide.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

Frequently Asked Questions about Athen’s Crossing

Does Athen’s Crossing have different floorplan options?

Yes — see the floorplan options available at Athen’s Crossing on this page.

Are there photos of Athen’s Crossing?

Yes — there are 13 photos of Athen’s Crossing in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Athen’s Crossing?

Athen’s Crossing is located at 3505 Athens Wy, Columbus, IN 47203.

What is the phone number of Athen’s Crossing?

(812) 412-1405 will put you in contact with the team at Athen’s Crossing.

Is Athen’s Crossing Medicare or Medicaid certified?

Athen’s Crossing is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.

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