Whispering Pines Personal Care Home
Assisted Living & Residential Care · Athens, GA
Whispering Pines Personal Care Home
Assisted Living & Residential Care · Athens, GA
Located in the heart of Athens, Georgia, Whispering Pines radiates tranquility. With a capacity of 50 beds, this residence is dedicated to providing exceptional assisted living healthcare that is not only of the highest quality but also remarkably affordable. The home takes pride in offering top-tier long-term care at a fraction of the average costs associated with assisted living, underscoring their commitment to accessible and compassionate care for all. Within this nurturing environment, residents benefit from the expertise of skilled caregivers who undergo specialized training to create a secure and supportive space for seniors.
The range of services provided is extensive, encompassing impeccable meal preparation and scheduling, efficient housekeeping and laundry services, and thorough medication management. The community is also a hub of activity and engagement, with an array of entertainment options and community activities that span from festive holiday celebrations and social gatherings to cognitive exercises and live music performances on a weekly basis. In every facet of its offerings, Whispering Pines stands as a true testament to its dedication to fostering a peaceful and enriching environment where seniors can thrive.
Capacity and availability
23 years in operation Rank #127 / 671Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 127th out of 671 homes in Georgia for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Georgia facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Georgia 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.
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score: 23 / 100 Rank #597 / 870Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 597th out of 870 homes in Georgia for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Georgia facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Georgia 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.
About this community
Facility TypeAdult Day Center
IssuanceFebruary 12, 2003
CountyClarke
Whispering Pines Personal Care Home is administered by Ms. Susan Snead.
Inspection History
In Georgia, the Department of Community Health, Healthcare Facility Regulation Division conducts unannounced inspections to ensure facilities adhere to state health and safety requirements.
Since 2017 · 9 years of data
31 deficiencies
9 inspections
Inspection Scorecard
This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Georgia state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.
Since 2017 vs. Georgia state average
Overall vs. GA average
2 Worse
Metrics worse than Georgia average:
• Total deficiencies (48% above)
• Deficiencies per inspection (183% above) 0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
• Total deficiencies (48% above)
• Deficiencies per inspection (183% above) 0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
Deficiencies
| This Facility | GA Average | vs. GA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 31 | 21 | This facility has 48% more total deficiencies than a typical Georgia assisted living residence (31 vs. GA avg 21).↑ 48% worse |
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Deficiencies per inspection
Average deficiencies per inspection.
| 3.4 | 1.2 | This facility has 183% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Georgia assisted living residence (3.4 vs. GA avg 1.2).↑ 183% worse |
Inspections
| This Facility | GA Average | vs. GA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total inspections
Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility.
| 9 | 17 | This facility has had 47% fewer total inspections than the Georgia average (9 vs. GA avg 17). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 47% fewer |
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
- July 31, 2020 complaint investigation found 4 deficiencies including inadequate supervision, poor wound care, failure to retain residents needing complex care, and refusal to provide requested documentation.
- November 14, 2019 complaint investigation cited 3 deficiencies for medication record errors, missed medication doses, and failure to maintain adequate heating in resident rooms.
- October 26, 2020 complaint investigation found no rule violations after reviewing intake #GA00208068.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Building Type: Single-story
Fitness and Recreation
Places of interest near Whispering Pines Personal Care Home
3.4 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Athens's city center to Whispering Pines Personal Care Home's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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Compare Assisted Living around Athens
Info below is compiled from the GA Dept. of Community Health (DCH), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.
Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.
| Orchard at Athens | AL MC | Athens | 110
Facility
110
GA AVG
87
Rank
#153 / 664 | Yes |
42
Facility
42
GA AVG
39
Rank
#413 / 870 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 6
Facility
6
GA AVG
14
Rank
#446 / 671 | Leslie Finkley | 17 | 5
Facility
5
GA AVG
21
Rank
#212 / 483 | 0.3
Facility
0.3
GA AVG
1.2
Rank
#129 / 483 |
| Arbor Terrace of Athens | AL MC | Athens (Georgia Square Mall) | 75
Facility
75
GA AVG
87
Rank
#350 / 664 | Yes |
46
Facility
46
GA AVG
39
Rank
#357 / 870 | Studio / Suite | 12
Facility
12
GA AVG
14
Rank
#183 / 671 | Dyana Roberts | 23 | 19
Facility
19
GA AVG
21
Rank
#370 / 483 | 0.8
Facility
0.8
GA AVG
1.2
Rank
#264 / 483 |
| Oaks at Cedar Shoals | AL MC RC | Athens (Park East) | 50
Facility
50
GA AVG
87
Rank
#486 / 664 | Yes |
50
Facility
50
GA AVG
39
Rank
#312 / 870 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 4
Facility
4
GA AVG
14
Rank
#529 / 671 | Christina Sorrells | 5 | 9
Facility
9
GA AVG
21
Rank
#281 / 483 | 1.8
Facility
1.8
GA AVG
1.2
Rank
#405 / 483 |
| Whispering Pines Personal Care Home | AL RESC | Athens (Park East) | - | Yes |
23
Facility
23
GA AVG
39
Rank
#597 / 870 | - | 23
Facility
23
GA AVG
14
Rank
#127 / 671 | Ms. Susan Snead | 9 | 31
Facility
31
GA AVG
21
Rank
#415 / 483 | 3.4
Facility
3.4
GA AVG
1.2
Rank
#459 / 483 |
| Lanier Gardens In Athens | AL IL MC NH RC SNF | Athens (Riverhill Drive) | - | Yes |
61
Facility
61
GA AVG
39
Rank
#188 / 870 | 1 Bed | - | - | - | - | - |
Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Georgia
Whispering Pines Personal Care Home is located in Athens, Georgia.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Whispering Pines Personal Care Home
What neighborhood is Whispering Pines Personal Care Home in?
Whispering Pines Personal Care Home is in the Park East neighborhood of Athens.
Is Whispering Pines Personal Care Home in a walkable area?
Whispering Pines Personal Care Home has a walk score of 23. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
How long has Whispering Pines Personal Care Home been in business?
Whispering Pines Personal Care Home has been operating for approximately 23 years, based on available licensing and registration records.
Are pets allowed at Whispering Pines Personal Care Home?
Yes, Whispering Pines Personal Care Home allows residents to bring their pets.
Who is the administrator of Whispering Pines Personal Care Home?
Ms SUSAN SNEAD is the administrator of Whispering Pines Personal Care Home.
Are there photos of Whispering Pines Personal Care Home?
Yes — there are 3 photos of Whispering Pines Personal Care Home in the photo gallery on this page.
What is the address of Whispering Pines Personal Care Home?
Whispering Pines Personal Care Home is located at 106 E Paces Dr, Athens, GA 30605.
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