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10 Best Nursing Homes in Athens, GA
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 16 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 $4,327, but costs tend to increase as care needs increase. To learn more, browse our 200 reviews and explore the services and amenities available in your area.
As you consider nursing homes near you, you may also want to expand your search to areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Pendergrass, Holders and Jefferson.
Nursing Homes Facilities near Athens, GA
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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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8.7
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29 reviews
Long story short, they were awesome! My Dad was supported through his passing. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would absolutely recommend this community to other families, thanks again!
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...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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8.6
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10 reviews
My father had a stroke recently, and the transition from independent living to assisted living has been very difficult for him. The staff at The Landing has been very supportive to both my father and my...
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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20 reviews
My loved one passed away [date removed], so our experience has concluded. We chose Orchard at Athens initially because of the cleanliness of the facility as well as the location of the facility. It is very...
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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22 reviews
The Executive Director at Legacy Village was very accessible in glass office with the door open, and offering to meet with me, in fact - bringing up the idea of a meeting to me, to discuss questions Mom and...
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...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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7.6
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22 reviews
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
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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.
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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42 reviews
Our family was very pleased with Avery Village. It was an agonizing decision for us to place our mother in a memory care facility. Our first meeting with the director put us at ease. She came in and made...
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.
Avery Village, our Winterville senior living community, has recently received a beautiful renovation! We continue to provide thoughtful, compassionate care in a warm, lively community. We develop individual care plans to meet the needs of each resident. Nursing staff is available 24 hours a day...
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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
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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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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
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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: Nursing Homes
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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.
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
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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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Cost of nursing homes in Athens, GA
The average cost of senior living in Athens is $4,327 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Colbert, GA with an average of $4,135 per month.
Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Athens, GA vs. nearby cities
Athens, GA
Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Athens, GA vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Athens, GA by room type
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Athens
Recent reviews for nursing homes in Athens
Brookside Commerce
5.0
The Director went out of her way to help get my dad in quickly. He is in the cottage and it is huge. I can't believe what all he has for the price. I'm really pleased with the whole experience so far.
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.
The Landing of Bogart
4.9
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 team members.
My siblings and I are actively involved in our parents' care. We chose the ...
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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, GANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
69.2%
2.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
30.8%
9.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
84.6%
26.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
84.6%
26.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
76.9%
9.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
38.5%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
84.6%
22.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
69.2%
6.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
69.2%
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, GANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
61.5%
3.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
53.8%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
46.2%
5.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
15.4%
1.2%
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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, GANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
30.8%
0.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
53.8%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
38.5%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
69.2%
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, GANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
53.8%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
46.2%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
53.8%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
7.7%
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, GANational
Activity director
Activity director
61.5%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
53.8%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
30.8%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
69.2%
6.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
69.2%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
61.5%
6.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
69.2%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
38.5%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
53.8%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
61.5%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
61.5%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
30.8%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
30.8%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
61.5%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Overlook Senior Living, Great Oaks Senior Living and Brookside Commerce are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Athens, Georgia. See full list of communities.
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