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Assisted Living in Athens

Dominion Senior Living of Athens

Assisted Living in Athens

Dominion Senior Living of Athens

2090 W Madison Ave, Athens, TN 37303 View map
Overview of Dominion Senior Living of Athens

Ensuring a life of comfort and convenience, Dominion Senior Living of Athens is a vibrant assisted living with memory care support. The luxurious home encourages residents to engage with others and enrich their knowledge and social life. It’s a community that prides itself on providing service delivered with compassion balanced with dignity and respect. The premier home in Anderson is the trusted choice for families who want their loved ones to be in the hands of professional and empathic staff that promotes quality living in a secure community.

Dominion Senior Living of Athens is an expansive community that has designed its accommodations for seniors’ needs to be holistically met. Management makes it a point that the holistic needs of every senior are satisfied– from life enrichment activities to personal care services delivered by their professional caregivers and 24/7 nurse staff, Dominion ensures that services are maintained with value to seniors and their families.

(423) 405-3075

Managed by Larry Griffin

Executive Director

Larry Griffin serves as the Executive Director at Dominion Senior Living of Athens, leading the community with a mission of excellent service through faith and compassion. He is dedicated to fostering a warm and supportive environment for residents and their families.

Capacity and availability

Smaller home

May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Total beds 86

This home usually has availability

Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.

Lower demand than the Tennessee average
Occupancy rate 72.1%
Occupancy rate
72.1%

Finances and operations

Home revenue
$3.3M
Surplus of revenue
$144.1K
Home revenue
$3,342,782.00
Surplus of revenue
$144,143.00
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$1.5M
43.6% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$1.7M
Total costs $3.2M
Bed community size
86-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Years in operation
8 years in operation
An established community with some operational experience and growing routines.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 16 / 100
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
72%
In line with Tennessee average

Tennessee average: 72%

Occupied beds
62 / 86
Average residents 82 per day

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Care Living Facility
StatusLicensed
IssuanceOctober 10, 2017
ExpirationSeptember 18, 2026
CountyMcMinn

Additional Licensing Details

License Number00000443

Ownership & Operating Entity

Dominion Senior Living of Athens is legally operated by Dominion Athens LLC, and administrated by Larry Griffin.

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Leadership

ContactJessica Skelton

Types of Care at Dominion Senior Living of Athens

Assisted Living Memory Care Respite Care
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Residents information

Stay stats

Average length of stay
470 days
Total residents
58
Total admissions (2024)
37
Total discharges (2024)
34

Discharges

  • To hospital 9
  • To Private Residence or Home 4

Demographics

GENDER

  • Female Residents 63.8%
  • Male Residents 36.2%

AGE DISTRIBUTION

  • 70-74 6.9%
  • 75-79 6.9%
  • 80-84 32.8%
  • 85-89 19%
  • 90 or more 34.5%

ETHNICITY

  • White Residents 100%

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Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

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Address 2.1 miles from city center — 1.1 miles to nearest hospital (Athens VA Clinic)

Address 2090 W Madison Ave, Athens, TN 37303

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CHOICES Program

TN Medicaid CHOICES

Age 65+ or disabled, Tennessee resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.

~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

Managed care model; high rural demand.

Tennessee Options for Community Living

TN Options

Age 60+, Tennessee resident, at risk of nursing home.

~$2,000/month (individual, varies).

$5,000 (individual).

Limited funding; rural/urban balance.

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Tennessee Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled, TN resident, Medicare Part A/B.

~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.

$9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).

Three tiers; includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.

Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)

Tennessee LIHEAP

Age 60+ prioritized, TN resident, low-income household.

~$3,970/month (individual, 185% FPL).

Not assessed; income-focused.

Covers gas, electric, propane; emergency aid available.

Family Caregiver Support Program (FCSP)

Tennessee Family Caregiver Support Program

Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; TN resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).

No strict cap; prioritizes low-income (~$24,980/year).

Not assessed; need-based.

Includes grandparent caregivers; high rural demand.

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Tennessee SCSEP

Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, TN resident.

~$1,983/month (125% FPL).

Not specified; income-focused.

Priority for veterans, rural residents; AARP/Goodwill partnership.

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

Tennessee VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, TN resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.

Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.

~$155,356 (net worth limit).

High veteran population; supports rural/urban care needs.

Elderly Nutrition Program

Tennessee Elderly Nutrition Program

Age 60+, TN resident; no income limit but prioritizes low-income.

None; donations encouraged.

Not assessed.

Serves ~50,000 annually; 200+ congregate sites plus Meals on Wheels.

Property Tax Relief Program

Tennessee Property Tax Relief Program

Age 65+, TN resident, homeowner/renter (or widow/er 50+, disabled 18+).

~$45,000/year (household, excludes half of Social Security).

Not assessed; income-focused.

Rebates up to $1,000; serves ~100,000 annually.