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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Oconee County, GA

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Photo of Arbor Terrace Athens
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Move in was tough, but they had had a busted pipe at Christmas and were in progress of renovations. We had to move 3 times. Was hard on me and him! They said they would move his stuff, but changed their mind...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Arbor Terrace of Athens is the premier assisted living community in the greater Athens, Georgia, area, providing the highest quality of geriatric care and assisted living, including innovative memory care designed specifically to support residents affected by Alzheimer's disease and other...
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[name removed]and her staff made the experience of placing my dad extremely comfortable and worry less. Everyone is so friendly and attentive. He was very much taken care of. The establishment is...
Provides: Memory Care
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
We purchased this building in August of 2022 and have been working tirelessly to become North East Georgia's only exclusive memory care community. By mid June we will have completed a 100% renovation to the entire building, thanks to a freezing Christmas eve in 2022. We pride ourselves on having...
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44 Floor plans available
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We are thankful for the supportive community at The Landing of Bogart. The staff is caring and attentive and helpful to our mom and dad every day. They bring their compassion to their positions as care...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Introducing a brand new community to the Oconee County/Athens Georgia area. Locally owned and operated, The Landing Senior Living is a 48 room community. We proudly offer 16 memory care studios and 32 assisted living suites. The Landing Senior Living also offers resort style amenities to include:...
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55 Floor plans available
8.4
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If your family member is still able to get around and can perform daily tasks with some assistance, the Oaks at Cedar Shoals is a great option. It is well run and the staff are very loving and caring towards...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Located on the East side of Athens, across from Cedar Shoals High School, The Oaks at Cedar Shoals is an assisted living community close to St. Mary's Hospital.
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My parents are being well cared for. We as a family are satisfied that we made the right choice for them. There have been minor issues, but the staff has been quick to correct the problem. We would recommend...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
The Overlook Senior Living in Monroe, Georgia is the third community in North Georgia that we have had the pleasure of welcoming seniors to call home. We pride ourselves on providing our residents a comfortable, caring home, a sense of community and the endless love and support they deserve. Our...
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It's a perfect community for our Mom. All staff...caregivers, med techs, dining, administrative...have always been very attentive and responsive. We know she is receiving the care she needs and she has...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Orchard Senior Living is proud to present Athens' premier Assisted Living & Memory Care Community - Orchard at Athens. Get ready to see Assisted Living and Memory Care like you have never seen before.Located just minutes from St. Mary’s and Piedmont Hospital on Atlanta Hwy, Orchard at Athens...
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It has been a good experience at St. Gabriel Athens. My room is spacious and has extra storage built in. They repainted it a lovely color for me. I just really like it. The only problem has been the food....
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
To most people it means seniors occupying their time in a nice building and cared for by professionals. Now imagine seniors living CONNECTED, ACTIVE, and PURPOSEFUL lives. Imagine them using tablets and social media to connect with family and friends, or enjoying a variety of experiences led by...
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We're very pleased with how things have turned out at Highland Hills! It's a very nice place, I'd give them high marks across the board! The staff is caring and professional, and I really appreciate how...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
St. Mary’s Highland Hills Village, located on 55 beautiful acres in Oconee County, is a dynamic community designed for seniors who want a lifestyle with independent services and health care choices all in one convenient location. With Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care,...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Talmage Terrace... not just a home, it's a lifestyle. Talmage Terrace is a unique retirement community offering several living choices. For over 30 years, Talmage Terrace has provided a vibrant, safe community. Home to the University of Georgia, Athens provides a stimulating environment ripe with...
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My dad has been at Magnolia Estates for 4 years and I have nothing but great things to say about this assisted living home. The staff not only takes excellent care of the residents, but they are friendly and...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Magnolia Estates of Oconee, the newest of the three facilities, opened its doors on December 4, 1997. Located on a 19 acre tract, Magnolia Estates of Oconee is nestled among massive 100 year old Southern White Oaks that give it that "old southern plantation" look and feel. Magnolia Estates of...
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Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.

Cost of assisted living in Oconee County, GA

The average cost of senior living in Oconee County is $3,831 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Social Circle, GA with an average of $2,945 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Oconee County, GA vs. nearby counties

Oconee County, GA
$3,831/mo
$3,617/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Oconee County, GA vs. the state and national average

Oconee County, GA
$3,831/mo
$3,587/mo
U.S. national average
$4,577/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Oconee County vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$3,831/mo
$4,284/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Oconee County, GA by room type

Semi-Private
$3,980/mo
Studio
$5,464/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,231/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,850/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Oconee County over time

Oconee County, GAGA stateNational

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What families are saying about assisted living in Oconee County

Recent reviews for assisted living in Oconee County

Arbor Terrace Athens

5.0
So it's beyond a five in each. If they want their loved one to have a home with help and friends of residents and staff, Arbor Terraces of Athens for sure. You can talk to everybody. Easily. Everybody is friendly. Just it's a home I don't know what else to say.

The Overlook Senior Living in Monroe, GA

4.9
I was a little disappointed in the rent increase after one year. It was about 16.5%. The quality of care, friendliness, and cleaniness is amazing. The activities could use some improvement.

Savannah Court of Lake Oconee in Greensboro, GA

5.0
This is a nice place to live. My daughter, [name removed], likes it here, but there is no place like home. I am from Mildradilla, GA. This place provides good meals and they wash my clothes every Monday.

Oconee County review score based on 29 family reviews

7.6
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This proprietary review score is based on 29 reviews of 11 Oconee County assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Oconee County review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Oconee County review score compared against nearby cities

7.6
Oconee County, GA11 facilities
7.0
Bishop, GA10 facilities
7.3
Watkinsville, GA12 facilities

Review subcategories for Oconee County assisted living

When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 29 reviews of 11 Oconee County assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Oconee County resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Oconee County, GA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.6
4.5
Friendliness
4.5
4.6
Care services
4.2
4.2
Staff
4.3
4.5
Meals & dining
4.0
4.1
Activities
4.1
4.0
Value for cost*
4.0
4.1
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Oconee County assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Oconee County assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Oconee County, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Oconee County assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Oconee County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Oconee County, GANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
81.8%
51.6%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
27.3%
33%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
90.9%
56.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
45.5%
29.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
81.8%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
81.8%
52.9%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Oconee County assisted living

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Oconee County Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Oconee County, GANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
72.7%
50.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
54.5%
31.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
45.5%
40.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
18.2%
13.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Oconee County assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Oconee County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Oconee County, GANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
36.4%
26.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
63.6%
39.1%
No sugar
No sugar
54.5%
36.1%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
81.8%
34.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
18.2%
12.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Oconee County assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Oconee County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Oconee County, GANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
54.5%
30.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
45.5%
41.1%
Room service
Room service
63.6%
34.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
18.2%
17.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Oconee County assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Oconee County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Oconee County, GANational
Activity director
Activity director
72.7%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
54.5%
30.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
27.3%
29.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
81.8%
48.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
81.8%
48%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
63.6%
51.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
81.8%
40.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
45.5%
33.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
54.5%
36.5%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
72.7%
45.5%
Live performances
Live performances
72.7%
45.8%
Dances
Dances
45.5%
28.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
36.4%
23.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
72.7%
44.7%
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State regulations for assisted living in Oconee County

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Georgia assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Oconee County protect seniors.

Learn about Georgia Assisted Living regulations

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