Georgia average 3.4
Last Health inspection on Sep 2024

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Presbyterian Village Athens is a nonprofit, 60-bed memory care and recovery center located at 1400 Live Oak Lane in Athens, Georgia. Situated approximately seven miles from the city center, the facility provides 24-hour staffing, short-term rehabilitation, and cognitive support. The campus features a wide range of social amenities including a fitness center, art studio, chapel, and pickleball courts, with a nurse staffing level of 4 hours and 49 minutes per resident per day.
State regulatory records from the Georgia Department of Community Health highlight a high level of adherence to health and safety codes, with an average of 0.3 deficiencies annually over four years. The facility currently holds a citations-per-inspection rate of zero following its most recent audit in May 2025. Between 2021 and early 2025, every state inspection and complaint investigation resulted in no rule violations, indicating that the center performs 94% better than the Georgia state average regarding regulatory compliance.
Administrative history shows only one documented oversight in 2023, where the facility was cited for operating its memory care unit without an updated certificate. This specific administrative lapse had no reported impact on resident care quality and was the only deficiency recorded during the four-year reporting period. No fines, license restrictions, or enforcement actions are present in the public record, and the original licensing process was completed with no violations.
Operational data shows a critically low occupancy rate of 3%, which is significantly below the Georgia state average of 78.1%. While the facility demonstrates a near-perfect regulatory record, this level of vacancy is unusual for a functioning community and suggests a potential operational transition or a shift in the local market. Management continues to maintain a high staffing ratio despite the low census, according to the latest available nursing records.
This community is best for individuals who prioritize a quiet environment with a strong history of regulatory compliance and high nurse-to-resident ratios. Interested individuals are encouraged to tour the extensive grounds and verify that all amenities and specialized programs remain available and appropriately staffed before making a commitment.
Independent living options include expansive cottages, villas, and spacious apartments.
In Georgia, the Department of Community Health, Healthcare Facility Regulation Division conducts unannounced inspections to ensure facilities adhere to state health and safety requirements.
Deficiencies
| This Facility | GA Average | vs. GA Avg |
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Total deficiencies
| 1 | 21 | This facility has 95% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Georgia nursing home (1 vs. GA avg 21).↓ 95% better |
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Deficiencies per year
| 0.2 | 4.2 | This facility has 95% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Georgia nursing home (0.2 vs. GA avg 4.2).↓ 95% better |
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Deficiencies per inspection
| 0.1 | 2.1 | This facility has 95% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Georgia nursing home (0.1 vs. GA avg 2.1).↓ 95% better |
Inspections
| This Facility | GA Average | vs. GA Avg |
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Total inspections
| 7 | 10 | This facility has 30% fewer total inspections than a typical Georgia nursing home (7 vs. GA avg 10).↓ 30% better |
The most recent inspection on May 30, 2025, found no deficiencies during a complaint investigation. Earlier inspections generally showed no issues, with the exception of a substantiated finding in March 2023 where the facility failed to ensure the memory care center operated with a valid certificate. Complaint investigations were mostly unsubstantiated, with no fines, enforcement actions, or license suspensions listed in the available reports. The main theme of deficiencies involved certification compliance related to the memory care unit. The inspection history suggests improvement since the 2023 finding, with subsequent investigations showing no deficiencies.
Read the full inspection reports for this facility, including detailed findings and corrective actions.
Show Inspection ReportsGeorgia average 3.4
Last Health inspection on Sep 2024
Georgia average 16.6
Georgia average 4.68
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
10 of 29 citations resulted from standard inspections; 8 of 29 resulted from complaint investigations; and 11 of 29 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).
Georgia average: 0.7
Georgia average: 0.5
Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.
Manages medical care and health needs.
No contractors work on this role.
Assists with medical care and medications.
This role is partially covered by contractors.
Helps with daily care and mobility.
This role is partially covered by contractors.
Total hours from contractors
5,343 contractor hours this quarter
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 31 | 14 | 45 | 8,380 | 92 | 100% | 8.7 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 16 | 7 | 23 | 4,806 | 92 | 100% | 9.6 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 6 | 1 | 7 | 2,816 | 83 | 90% | 7 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 4 | 4 | 993 | 68 | 74% | 4.6 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 2 | 3 | 915 | 68 | 74% | 7.9 |
| Registered Nurse | 3 | 0 | 3 | 896 | 79 | 86% | 10.2 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 6 | 6 | 819 | 89 | 97% | 6.2 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 493 | 62 | 67% | 8 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 1 | 0 | 1 | 488 | 59 | 64% | 8.3 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 2 | 2 | 478 | 62 | 67% | 5.9 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 477 | 58 | 63% | 8.2 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 3 | 3 | 454 | 65 | 71% | 4 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 264 | 66 | 72% | 4 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 1 | 1 | 250 | 61 | 66% | 4.1 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 2 | 2 | 187 | 42 | 46% | 4.4 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 0 | 2 | 2 | 64 | 11 | 12% | 5.8 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 28 | 14 | 15% | 2 |
Includes penalties issued in 2024
Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.
Source: CMS Penalties Database (Data as of Jan 2026)
Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.
4 penalties in the past 3 years
Multiple penalties were reported in the last 3 years.
Last updated: Jan 2026
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
74% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
26% of new residents, often for short stays.
Historical financial and operational data for Presbyterian Village Athens based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 1100 / 1200 / 1355 / 1605 / 1747 / 2095 / 2307 sq. ft
Housing Options: Apartement / Cottage / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: Two-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
This home supports both short-term rehab and long-term care, with residents staying for a wide range of durations.
Cameron Honeycutt is the Executive Director at Presbyterian Village Athens, leading the leadership team to fulfill the community's vision. With over 12 years of experience in healthcare, hospitality, operations, and capital planning, Cameron brings a passion for senior living and a commitment to high-quality care and resident well-being.
6.8 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Athens's city center to Presbyterian Village Athens's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 2.7 miles to nearest hospital (St. Mary's Neurological Specialists)
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Presbyterian Village Athens is located in Athens, Georgia.
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Presbyterian Village Athens has a walk score of 10. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
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Presbyterian Village Athens has 60 beds.
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Presbyterian Village Athens is located at 1400 Live Oak Ln, Athens, GA 30606, United States.
(706) 438-8132 will put you in contact with the team at Presbyterian Village Athens.
Presbyterian Village Athens is in Oconee County.
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