Dominion Senior Living of Athens
Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Athens, TN

Dominion Senior Living of Athens

Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Athens, TN

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

Types of Care at Dominion Senior Living of Athens

Assisted Living Memory Care Respite Care
Bed community size
86-bed community Rank #193 / 429Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 193rd out of 429 homes in Tennessee. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Tennessee SNFs. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Years in operation
8 years in operation Rank #345 / 383Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 345th out of 383 homes in Tennessee. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Tennessee SNFs. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.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
Walk Score: 16 / 100 Rank #411 / 555Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 411th out of 555 homes in Tennessee. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Tennessee SNFs. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.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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Occupancy

Occupancy rate
72%
Rank #178 / 302Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 178th out of 302 homes in Tennessee. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Tennessee average, with its Statewide rank out of 302. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Similar to the Tennessee average: 71.6%
Occupied beds
62 / 86
Average occupied beds in Tennessee homes 82 beds

License Details

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

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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%

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.

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Tennessee

Dominion Senior Living of Athens is located in Athens, Tennessee.
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CHOICES Program

TN Medicaid CHOICES

Age 65+ or disabled
General Tennessee 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).
TN

Managed care model; high rural demand.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care ($65/day) Home modifications ($1,500 avg.)

Tennessee Options for Community Living

TN Options

Age 60+
General Tennessee resident, at risk of nursing home.
Income Limits ~$2,000/month individual, varies
Asset Limits $5,000 individual
TN

Limited funding; rural/urban balance.

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

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Tennessee Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General TN 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).
TN

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

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

Family Caregiver Support Program (FCSP)

Tennessee Family Caregiver Support Program

Age
General Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; TN resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).
Income Limits (2025) No strict cap; prioritizes low-income ~$24,980/year
Asset Limits Not assessed; need-based.
TN

Includes grandparent caregivers; high rural demand.

Benefits
Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year) Adult day care ($60/day) Training Supplies (~$500/year)

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

Tennessee VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General TN 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
TN

High veteran population; supports rural/urban care needs.

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

Elderly Nutrition Program

Tennessee Elderly Nutrition Program

Age 60+
General TN resident; no income limit but prioritizes low-income.
Income Limits (2025) None; donations encouraged.
Asset Limits Not assessed.
TN

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

Benefits
Congregate meals ($5-$7/meal value) at senior centers Home-delivered meals ($5-$7/meal)

Property Tax Relief Program

Tennessee Property Tax Relief Program

Age 65+
General TN resident, homeowner/renter (or widow/er 50+, disabled 18+).
Income Limits (2025) ~$45,000/year household, excludes half of Social Security
Asset Limits Not assessed; income-focused.
TN

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

Benefits
Tax rebates (~$250-$1,000 based on income; e.g., $1,000 if income < $8,000)

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Frequently Asked Questions about Dominion Senior Living of Athens

What neighborhood is Dominion Senior Living of Athens in?

Dominion Senior Living of Athens is in the Pickwatina Place neighborhood of Athens.

Who is the owner of Dominion Senior Living of Athens?

The legal owner and operator of Dominion Senior Living of Athens is Dominion Athens LLC.

Is Dominion Senior Living of Athens in a walkable area?

Dominion Senior Living of Athens has a walk score of 16. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

What is the license number of Dominion Senior Living of Athens?

According to TN state health department records, Dominion Senior Living of Athens's license number is 00000443.

When does Dominion Senior Living of Athens's license expire?

According to TN state health department records, Dominion Senior Living of Athens's license expires on September 18, 2026.

What is the occupancy rate at Dominion Senior Living of Athens?

Dominion Senior Living of Athens's occupancy is 72%.

Who is the administrator of Dominion Senior Living of Athens?

Larry Griffin is the administrator of Dominion Senior Living of Athens.

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