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The average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Michigan is $5,524, according to A Place for Mom’s proprietary data. This can serve as a helpful benchmark for what families in the Athens area can expect to pay. Pricing may vary based on the community’s location, your loved one’s care needs, and any additional services or amenities.

Nursing Homes Facilities near Athens, MI

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Cost is a good bargain, staff attentive, staff arrives quickly when called using their emergency necklace. They are very strict on meds, and track issues like diabetes.
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.
***As of 9/14/2021, 100% of our staff and residents are fully vaccinated!***Masonville Place, our lively senior living community in Coldwater, Michigan sits in a residential neighborhood just two blocks south of Coldwater Little League Park. Coldwater is known for its many lakes and recreational...
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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.
At Birch Meadows we consider it an honor to serve those you love and we never take that privilege lightly. We have been family operated since 1960 and we recognize the challenges families face when needing additional care for loved ones. Our desire is to come alongside you in this process and...
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During our time that our mother was living here it was amazing. She was very well cared for. Home cooked meals. Crafts. Very clean. No smells, except home cooked food. Very affordable. The home is sitting...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
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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.
The Residence at Waterford Crossing is aptly named as it is located in the Waterford Crossing neighborhood of Maple City, a quiet area just a half mile off of SR 15 south of Goshen General Hospital and a quarter of a mile from Goshen's Prairie View Elementary School. In addition to being...
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I'm 61 had a hip replacement never planned on going to adult foster care. But my experience was wonderful but people were kind and caring went out of their way to make sure I had what I needed even as far as...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Divine Nest Assisted Living is committed to enhancing the quality of life of the elderly by providing exceptional and compassionate care in a nurturing environment to promote the value and dignity of each resident. We are family & friends owned and operated community and are not part of a big...
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She wasn't there for very long. I know she would have enjoyed it lots had she been there longer. We were very happy with the choice to have her there. Mom didn't participate in the extra activities. She...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Island City Assisted Living is located in Eaton Rapids, a small city in the south central part of Michigan full of historic sites. The place is set in an attractive location next to a river, the bridge leading across which is as striking as the building itself. Services and activities are...
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The staff is extremely nice and caring. There are certain ones that go above and beyond with my MIL. She only allows one of them to help fix her hair. They have all been helpful and accommodating as issues...
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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.
Welcome to aplace where a comfortablelifestyle and services, youdeserve are providedWhere you find securityand companionshipWhere you and yourfamily/friends become partof our extended familycommunity is a beautiful thing.sometimes it even heals us andmakes us better than we wouldotherwise be.”-...
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My mom loves her room and really likes where she lives in general. She says the food is good and that staff are helpful and nice to her. She likes sitting in the common area/dining room chatting with other...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
There's a reason Bickford stands out in the world of senior living. Our focus? Ensuring your loved one feels at home, with delicious meals straight from our scratch kitchen, a roster of engaging activities, and the constant company of our devoted caregivers. But that's not all. Our HigherPath...
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We have had a few issues however they have always been addressed in a timely matter. They are wonderful with mom and she feels safe and comfortable there. If there are concerns or issues they are very...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
The Oaks at NorthPointe Woods sits nestled among Battle Creek’s 7,000 acres of parkland. Located on lush, tree-lined grounds, residents have many opportunities to enjoy nature, as well as Battle Creek’s vibrant culture. Residents interested in activities outside our campus can play the odds at...
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We chose Bethesda Ranch because of the caregiver's eagerness to help not only my loved one but me and my family. It was also close to home. But it wouldn't have mattered. He was only going there. The...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
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We are very pleased at the respect shown Mom and us as we deal with dementia. It is reassuring to know young women like [removed] are choosing to meet her needs. Sometimes it is not easy for even family to...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Quality senior care in elegant, residential-style surroundings is offered at White Oaks. Personalized assistance with activities of daily living, such as dressing, bathing, eating and medication monitoring provides you with security and peace-of-mind. Residents can choose to participate in a...
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My brother-in-law has moved into Ridgecrest Health Campus, and overall, it has been a worthwhile experience for us. Sometimes, he isn’t groomed as well as I would like, and he’s not completely shaved, but...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
A short drive from Ann Arbor, Jackson, Michigan is a community known for its friendly residents and picturesque landscapes. At RidgeCrest Health Campus, we pride ourselves in making sure our residents get to enjoy everything the surrounding community has to offer. Residents interested in...
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I used this facility for a week for respite care for my Mother-in-law and everything went well. Anytime I called them, they responded very quickly. The staff interacted with my Mother-in-law very well. I...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Welcome to exceptional senior living in Noble, County! Orchard Pointe Health Campus in located in Kendallville, Indiana, a city where a love of nostalgia is paired with an abundance of natural beauty. Our campus offers a variety of ways in which residents can spend their days, from exploring the...
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[removed name], the head nurse, is knowledgeable, kind, and very committed to managing a caring nursing staff. I would recommend them to others who are searching for a place for their loved one.
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.
We are honored you or a loved one is considering Brentwood at Elkhart to experience life’s next chapter. At Brentwood at Elkhart, we strive to create a culture of caring.What makes Brentwood at Elkhart Assisted Living different?LOCATIONBrentwood at Elkhart is located in picturesqueElkhart,...
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I like the small size and staff friendliness. Some staff members really go out of their way to show care and kindness towards my mother-in-law. Compared to other similar facilities the cost is fair. I...
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.
Elkhart Place is a pet friendly senior living community where we provide residence with quality care and assistance in their daily routine when needed, while promoting independence as long as possible. We develop individual care plans to meet the needs of each resident, and a full-time licensed...
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My mom was at Brookdale for almost a year and a half. She made some great friends there and the staff was wonderful to her. Hospice got involved in the end and they were great too. There was a lot of...
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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.
Quality care for meaningful life.Senior living can mean living well. And we take this same approach when it comes to memory care. Our community in Battle Creek, Michigan provides person-centered Alzheimer’s and dementia care for seniors—which means we approach each person as an individual and...
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Park Village Pines is an very awesome place to stay! The staff is very nice and helpful. Love the way they care for the residents and and how over friendly and helpful everyone is. The Christian aspect...
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.
Our Mission Statement: The Kalamazoo Area Christian Retirement Association, Inc. will provide excellent and affordable housing alternatives, guided by Christian principles.Park Village Pines is an Assisted Living facility dedicated to giving compassionate care guided by *Christian principles.A...
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Our loved one did really like it there, and they did take really good care of all of her needs.
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.
Welcome to aplace where a comfortablelifestyle and services youdeserve are providedWhere you find securityand companionshipWhere you and yourfamily/friends become partof our extended familycommunity is a beautiful thing;sometimes it even heals us andmakes us better than we wouldotherwise be.”-...
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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.
Greenleaf Health Campus is proud to call Elkhart, Indiana “The City with a Heart”, home. From its bustling business community, to its wonderful public amenities and friendly citizens, the Elkhart community reflects the strong family values we believe in at Greenleaf Health Campus. Our residents...
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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.
True Care Living is a Home for the Aged located in historical Fort Custer in Springfield, Michigan. Our facility has a bold history. Previously owned by the United States Army, 565 General Ave. was the airman's living quarters for many years. Purchased in 1989 by the DOCSA home, it became an...
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What we liked the most about the community while our loved one was there was that the nurses were great, however I was not impressed with the director she was never available when I had questions or...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
With our HigherPath senior health model leading the way, Bickford redefines senior living. It's not just about care; it's about proactive well-being, enabling your loved one to live happier, healthier — longer.Our approach clearly resonates — our happiness ratings among residents are double the...
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I've never been to another rehabilitation CNTR (I am now 71) so I was surprised that : 1. My entire stay was paid for 100% by Medicare. VGV is very affordable. The staff is very professional and...
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.
Otterbein SeniorLife Jackson is set on 22 scenic acres and located only a few miles from downtown Jackson. Residents experience meaningful connections and can choose from a wide range of engaging opportunities every day.Enjoy a unique blend of maintenance-free living, resort-style amenities, and...
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We have found the staff to be very caring and helpful. We live close so we are very involved and visit almost daily. The only negative would be the quality of food. It does not seem to come hot or look...
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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.
Blueberry Hill Assisted Living Lawton is an assisted living community located in the peaceful village of Lawton, Michigan. This beautiful and close-knit community is the perfect location for anyone looking for a comfortable and secure place to live.Blueberry Hill Assisted Living Lawton is an...
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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.
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5 for all with occasional exception for food as a rating of 4. Very gracious and caring. The community of Sisters is welcoming and caring.
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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.

Cost of nursing homes in Athens, MI

The average cost of senior living in Michigan is $5,524 per month as compared to $5,847 in the United States.

Senior living costs in Michigan vs. national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 4 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column state: Michigan
Column national: U.S.
Column costDifference: Cost difference
Community typeMichiganU.S.Cost difference
Nursing Homes$5,524/mo$5,847/mo5.5% below national median
Assisted Living$5,387/mo$5,830/mo7.6% below national median
Memory Care$6,169/mo$6,999/mo11.9% below national median
Independent Living$2,801/mo$3,520/mo20.4% below national median
Nursing Homes
Michigan:$5,524/mo
U.S.:$5,847/mo
Cost difference:5.5% below national median
Assisted Living
Michigan:$5,387/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Cost difference:7.6% below national median
Memory Care
Michigan:$6,169/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Cost difference:11.9% below national median
Independent Living
Michigan:$2,801/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Cost difference:20.4% below national median
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Nursing homes costs in Athens, MI, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly nursing homes costs have shifted over the past five years in Athens and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Nursing homes cost trends in Athens, MI

The table below shows how monthly nursing homes costs in Athens have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 average costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Athens, MI$5,717/mo$5,688/mo+0.5%
Michigan$5,726/mo$5,580/mo+2.6%
National$6,004/mo$5,675/mo+5.8%
Athens, MI
2024 average cost:$5,717/mo
2023 average cost:$5,688/mo
Percent change:+0.5%
Michigan
2024 average cost:$5,726/mo
2023 average cost:$5,580/mo
Percent change:+2.6%
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2024 average cost:$6,004/mo
2023 average cost:$5,675/mo
Percent change:+5.8%
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about nursing homes in Athens

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Athens

Woodland Manor in Elkhart, IN

5.0
Thanks to everyone for taking such good care of my dad. He has said so many positive things. I really appreciate every one of you!

Stone Ridge Adult Foster Care in Bellevue, MI

5.0
The care from this community is very good. I like that they keep me informed on any changes that he may have. The community is clean and maintained. The menu has a lot of good meals that are offered.We would recommend this good community for the excellent care and value for others.

White Oaks in Lawton, MI

5.0
My wife is currently a resident at White Oaks. The RCA's do a great job caring for her. [Removed]. has made my wife feel so comfortable living there. I can't express the my gratitude enough for the compassion they have.

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.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
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Doctor on call
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24-Hour awake staff
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Diabetic care
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Non-ambulatory care
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Respite or short term stays
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Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
43.1%
17.5%
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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, MINational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
47.4%
4%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
31%
0.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
37.9%
5.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
15.5%
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, MINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
29.3%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
40.5%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
36.2%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
33.6%
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, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
24.1%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
29.3%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
31%
0.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
11.2%
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, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
43.1%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
29.3%
0.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
16.4%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
35.3%
6.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
46.6%
0.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
37.9%
6.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
39.7%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
29.3%
0.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
29.3%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
44.8%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
44%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
24.1%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
19%
0.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
38.8%
0.4%
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