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Assisted Living in Athens

Morning Pointe of Athens Assisted Living

Assisted Living in Athens

Morning Pointe of Athens Assisted Living

Overview of Morning Pointe of Athens Assisted Living

Morning Pointe of Athens Assisted Living boasts an enriching retirement experience with memory care living in a nurturing environment. Management and staff strive to create a sense of community and belonging where everyone is welcome and included, and the facility maintains top-notch quality. When it comes to setting the standard for quality care and going above and beyond to meet the needs of seniors, it offers compassionate and kind care for its seniors.

Life is focused on an active and fulfilled holistic wellness. Seniors are offered an array of services, such as restaurant-style dining, walking paths, private assisted living apartments, stimulating memory care activities, medication management, and ADLs designed to meet the needs of every resident.

(423) 745-0608

Capacity and availability

Smaller home

May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Total beds 56

Finances and operations

Home revenue
$2.7M
Surplus of revenue
$538.0K
Home revenue
$2.7M
Surplus of revenue
$538.0K
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$965.3K
35.4% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$1.2M
Total costs $2.2M
Bed community size
56-bed community
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Years in operation
27 years in operation
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 18 / 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

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Care Living Facility
StatusLicensed
IssuanceOctober 13, 1998
ExpirationApril 18, 2026
CountyMcMinn

Additional Licensing Details

License Number00000096
AwardsBest of the Best winner for numerous years.

Ownership & Operating Entity

Morning Pointe of Athens Assisted Living is legally operated by Athens Senior Community, LLC, and administrated by Crystal Michelle Sutton.

Staffing

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

Leadership

ContactMs. Kim Baker, Executive Director

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

3 services
Nursing Services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Amenities & Lifestyle

9 amenities
Licensed Nurses Providing Oversight Of Health
Wellness
And Medication Management
Licensed Clinical Or Care Staff Available 24 Hours A Day
Periodic Check-Ins
Personal Grooming Assistance
Assistance With Transferring To A Bed Or Chair
Escorting To Meals And Events
Incontinence Management
ActivitiesDaily exercise and physical activity, creative and sensory programs, life-long learning and cognitive programs, organized group outings.
Specific ProgramsAssisted Living, Memory Care, Respite Care, Caregiver Support Groups, Life Enrichment, Dining

Dining & Nutrition

Food DescriptionMorning Pointe of Athens focuses on providing residents with fresh, delectable foods in a relaxing and welcoming environment with full table service. Meals are made from scratch using fresh, seasonal, and local ingredients.
Special DietsAccommodations for no-salt-added and reduced-concentrated-sweets diets.

What does this home offer?

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Room Sizes: 262 / 342 / 448 / 633 sq. ft

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Housing Options: Studio / Alcove / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: Single-story

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Fitness and Recreation

Types of Care at Morning Pointe of Athens Assisted Living

Assisted Living

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Residents information

Stay stats

Average length of stay
662 days
Total residents
68
Total admissions (2024)
17
Total discharges (2024)
22

Discharges

  • To Private Residence or Home 2
  • To Nursing Home 1

Demographics

GENDER

  • Female Residents 69.1%
  • Male Residents 30.9%

AGE DISTRIBUTION

  • Under 60 1.5%
  • 65-69 1.5%
  • 70-74 4.4%
  • 75-79 17.6%
  • 80-84 16.2%
  • 85-89 25%
  • 90 or more 33.8%

ETHNICITY

  • Black Residents 1.5%
  • White Residents 98.5%

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Living Spaces & Floor Plans

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Morningpointe Alcove
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Morningpointe 2 Bed

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Address 1.4 miles from city center — 0.43 miles to nearest hospital (Joseph Wisniewski, MD- Allergy Partners of Eastern Tennessee)

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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.