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10 Best Nursing Homes in Athens, CA
Athens is home to many senior care options, including nursing homes. The term “nursing home” is often used as a catchall for any type of senior care. But it can also refer to actual nursing homes, or skilled nursing facilities, which provide the highest level of medical and rehabilitative care outside of a hospital. Of the 163 nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care communities in Athens, the best fit for your loved one will depend on their budget and needs. The cost of nursing home care in Athens is about $4,973, but costs tend to increase as care needs increase. To learn more, browse our 1103 reviews and explore the services and amenities available in your area.
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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.
LIVE life at Sunset Hall!!We are a nonprofit retirement center, founded in 1923. Assisted and Independent residents are welcome.Rates depend on the room size and location. Basic rates include assistance with medications, weekly laundry service, basic housekeeping, 3 meals per day, Sunset Hall...
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.
Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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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.
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.
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.
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Cost of nursing homes in Athens, CA
The average cost of senior living in Athens is $4,973 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Gardena, CA with an average of $4,983 per month.
Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Athens, CA vs. nearby cities
Athens, CA
Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Athens, CA vs. the state and national average
Athens, CA
U.S. national average
Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Athens vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Athens, CA by room type
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2 Bedroom
Average cost of Nursing Homes in Athens over time
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Athens
Recent reviews for nursing homes in Athens
Leisure Vale Assisted Living in Glendale, CA
5.0
Facility seems a good place for [name removed], well organized and staff are accommodating.
Westminster Terrace Senior Living
5.0
It's been a much better experience than I thought. Mom has been happy with the food, activities, and staff. Yes, I'd absolutely recommend to others.
MorningStar of Pasadena
5.0
I would give a 5 in every category. Morningstar of Pasadena is a beautiful facility with friendly, caring and professional staff. My mother has done very well there and we feel great peace of mind knowing she is in good hands. I would highly recommend the facility.
Athens nursing homes services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Athens nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Athens, 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 Athens nursing homes
Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Athens that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Athens, CANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
41.8%
2.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
34.2%
9.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
67.1%
26%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
69.6%
26.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
43%
9.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
19%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
68.4%
22.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
27.8%
6.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
44.3%
17.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Athens nursing homes
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 Athens Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Athens, CANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
31.6%
3.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
19%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
26.6%
5.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
11.4%
1.2%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
Availability of select dietary accommodations in Athens nursing homes
Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Athens partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Athens, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
16.5%
0.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
27.8%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
24.1%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
29.1%
3.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Athens nursing homes
Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Athens communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Athens, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
24.1%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
24.1%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
24.1%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
7.6%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Athens nursing homes
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Athens offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Athens, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
35.4%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
15.2%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
12.7%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
36.7%
6.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
32.9%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
39.2%
6.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
22.8%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
19%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
20.3%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
29.1%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
29.1%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
19%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
11.4%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
29.1%
0.4%
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Sunrise of Beverly Hills, Rowntree Gardens and Studio Royale by Cogir are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Athens, California. See full list of communities.
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