If you’re looking for assisted living in Athens, our local senior living advisors can help you find a safe, welcoming community for you or your loved one. Whether you’re searching for luxury assisted living in Athens or sticking to a budget, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of assisted living in Athens.
From there, we’ll show you the best assisted living communities in Athens for your family member’s budget, lifestyle, and personal care needs. With 125 assisted living facilities in the Athens area, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find a secure and social community for this next stage of life.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Riverbend, Kingswood and Downtown Athens.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Arnoldsville, Bogart or Bostwick.
Assisted Living
All the help is very good at to everyone. They are all kind. Things are not always done on time, but for the most part everyone is very helpful. When my husband was a live, I received very good help with him. There are enough activities to keep us busy. I enjoy living here very much.
Read moreThe strongest quality that Morningside of Athens has is that they are so friendly and accommodating to the residents that live there. They really think about how things are going to affect them. For example, my dad had a lot of his family come to visit. When they left, someone from Morningside called me planning to do something special for my dad that afternoon, as he was feeling a little low and lonely after they left. So they just do things like that to go the extra mile, think of how things are affecting the residents, and proactively think of ways to make them happy.
Read moreI really like them. It's a very good place. For the food, you can order a la carte, and it's good clean food (not processed). For example, you can order a nice piece of salmon, potatoes, veggies. Most of the staff is excellent. The one negative is they don't communicate well between their internal groups, and you just don't know who you need to talk to when you have an issue. I would love to see them put together a roadmap so you can see how everything works. But it's a nice place overall.
Read more170 Marilyn Farmer Way, Athens, GA 30606
Starting at
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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...
... Read moreThis community seemed to be sufficient but more expensive. The facility was pretty large and there were a lot of activities a...
2750 Atlanta Hwy, Athens, GA 30606
Starting at
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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...
... Read moreThis is a beautiful facility with a caring, compassionate staff. They have managed gracefully through out the entire COVID-1...
1291 Cedar Shoals Dr, Athens, GA 30605
Starting at
Provides: Assisted Living
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.
... Read more705 Whitehead Rd, Athens, GA 30606
Starting at
Provides: Memory Care
Silverleaf of Athens is a senior living community situated in the beautiful city of Athens, Georgia. Athens is located in Clarke County, and it is widely known for its abundance of entertainment options and shopping and dining venues. Whether you are visiting the area of relocating to Athens, you...
... Read more933 US Hwy 29 N, Athens, GA 30601
Starting at
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Caring For Seniors Is Our MissionIf you’re worried about a senior parent, you’ll find relief at Manor Lake Athens. Care at Manor Lake Athens is more than just meals and medications. It includes serving the Body, Mind and Spirit of a senior – because care is physical, emotional, and...
... Read moreThis community seemed to be sufficient but more expensive. The facility was pretty large and there were a lot of activities a...
5835 Medlock Bridge Rd, Johns Creek, GA 30022
Starting at
Provides: Memory Care
St. Ives Memory Care, a licensed Memory Care/Assisted Living Community, has been serving residents in Johns Creek and the surrounding areas for over 20 years. We are convenient to Fulton, Forsyth and Gwinnett counties. Through the years we have established deep roots as a result of strong...
... Read moreMy father lived at St. Ives Memory Care for 5 years. As a registered nurse of 30 years I can testify to the amazing care dadd...
2060 Idlewood Rd, Tucker, GA 30084
Starting at
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
The Phoenix at Tucker is a family-oriented Assisted Living and Memory Care community that builds on the success and experience that the founders have developed through the years. Located in Tucker, Georgia, The Phoenix offers exceptional care in a beautiful environment with comfortable rooms and...
... Read moreOur experience has been really good so far, the staff and the care services are wonderful. They have the proper lift systems ...
580 Tommy Lee Fuller Drive, Loganville, GA 30052
Starting at
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
We make true retirement living easy and enjoyable at the Retreat at Loganville. Whether in our independent living Villas and Cottages, our personal care Manor House, or our Alzheimer's Pearl, residents focus on living each day to the fullest. We greet all residents and their families with...
... Read moreMy mother in law was actually a this facility 10 years ago and had a great experience. We did not choose them because they co...
1520 James Burgess Rd, Suwanee, GA 30024
Starting at
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
In my opinion, Antebellum James Burgess has been a blessing for my parent in Memory Care due to the leadership of Director, [...
3997 Five Forks Trickum Road, Lilburn, GA 30047
Starting at
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Sunrise at Five Forks, a Sunrise Senior Living Community is located in Lilburn, GA close to shopping, physician offices, churches, and major hospitals. At Sunrise, we welcome seniors into a warm, inviting community. We offer a choice of accommodations, from Companion to Two-Bedroom Suites. Each...
... Read moreThe staff at Sunrise of Five Forks felt very kind, welcoming, and attentive. The only reason we did not go with this facility...
5844 Lawrenceville Highway, Tucker, GA 30084
Starting at
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
With a beautiful setting beneath the Georgia pines, Atria Park of Tucker is the preferred supportive living community for older adults in DeKalb and Gwinnett counties. We are convenient to downtown Tucker, Main Street, Lucky Shoals Park and Stone Mountain.Our compassionate staff provides discreet...
... Read moreI moved to Atria two weeks ago so, I am still getting use to things. Everyone is friendly and helpful. The food is very good....
5610 Hampton Park Drive, Cumming, GA 30041
Starting at
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Oaks at Hampton is proud to be an Eden Alternative® certified assisted living and memory care community located in Cumming, Georgia. The Eden registry exists to honor those organizations that have made a formal commitment to transforming traditional methods of care into an approach that puts the...
... Read moreMy Husband and I moved into Hampton to be closer to family and get stronger with the rehab that they offer at the community. ...
1504 Renaissance Dr, Conyers, GA 30012
Starting at
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
The Retreat at Conyers offers premier assisted living and memory care with superior personalized care and a compassionate staff. Situated in Conyers, Georgia, our state of the art community offers luxury style accommodations with a comfortable, small-town feel.
... Read moreWe were very pleased with this community. The staff were wonderful, the building was clean and they seemed to have excellent ...
6009 Suwanee Dam Road, Sugar Hill, GA 30518
Starting at
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
We. Are. Family. Award Winning Senior Living! National Winner-Top 50 in Aging Services by Fortune magazine. A Great Place to Work certified 3 consecutive years. Multiple Pinnacle Customer Service Awards. Call or drop by to see what makes Benton House of Sugar Hill the most desired in the...
... Read moreI would recommend the community to others for their loved ones. The staff is really good. The caregivers seem very caring a...
4450 Old Hamilton Mill Road, Buford, GA 30518
Starting at
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Built for One Thing: YouOur community is designed from the ground up to provide you with the perfect canvas on which you can paint your best senior living life. Choose us for your next home sweet home and you can trade the worries and hassles that often come with living at home for a better, more...
... Read moreThis community was lovely. The only downfall was that it was on the smaller side and my loved one wanted more people to inter...
815 Atlanta Highway, Cumming, GA 30040
Starting at
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
The Villas at Canterfield is a senior living community located in a quiet, upscale and unique neighborhood in Cumming, Georgia which is in Forsyth County. It was planned for convenience and offers a luxury home atmosphere with a world class standard of living. The community has spacious,...
... Read moreWe chose The Villas at Canterfield because my mom had a friend that was already living here. The size of the apartment depend...
1155 Lawrenceville Highway, Lawrenceville, GA 30046
Starting at
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Ashton Manor at Sugarloaf is Lawrenceville's established senior living community offering independent and assisted living and memory care. Our affordable pricing models offer accessibility to most budgets and our inclusive rates hare great for planning monthly expenses. If good southern dining...
... Read moreI love the community. The staff and meals are very good. I like everything the community has to offer. The staff are okay ...
1220 Satellite Boulevard, Suwanee, GA 30024
Starting at
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Welcome to Discovery Village At Sugarloaf, a senior-living community located in Suwanee, Georgia, just northeast of Atlanta, designed to offer a blend of independence, active lifestyle, comfort and security for you to enjoy your retirement years, no matter what stage of life you are in. Discovery...
... Read moreI love it here. I recently lost my husband, and the people here have made it a lot easier and smoother for me to handle. T...
124 Avery Street, Winterville, GA 30683
Starting at
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Avery Place assisted living is located in the small town of Winterville Georgia where we offer country living and hospitality at its best. We are close to Athens Georgia and we often take our residents on outings there to enjoy concerts, museums and festivals such as the car show and the very...
... Read moreThe director was the one who gave us the tour and we really liked her and got along well. The facility itself was lovely. The...
1745 Parke Plaza Circle SW, Stone Mountain, GA 30087
Starting at
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Brookside Stone Mountain is an assisted living and memory care community in Stone Mountain Georgia. Stone Mountain is a thriving city with a rich history featuring a famous giant carving honoring Confederate military leaders, a state park and museum as well as a local theater. Stone Mountain also...
... Read moreOur family had an in person tour and it was a great experience, the community was very clean and the staff were all super fri...
The average cost of senior living in Athens is $3,859 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Commerce, GA with an average of $2,875 per month.
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.
Assisted living is long-term care for seniors who are generally active and independent, but who require increased supervision and help with some daily tasks. Staff can assist residents with activities of daily living like dressing, bathing, and medication management. Assisted living is also a good option for seniors seeking more socialization. Services and amenities in assisted living facilities often include:
Athens, home to the University of Georgia, hosts all the resources and conveniences of a modern city with many local attractions both on and off campus. Residents can get the most of Athens in their own way through the city’s lively music and football cultures, its pristine natural areas, or the diverse shopping and dining experiences in the downtown district.
In Athens, assisted living communities provide personal care services in settings typically ranging from private apartments to shared rooms, often with restaurant-style dining and activities based on residents’ interests. Designed to promote independence among seniors who don’t require 24-hour skilled nursing care, assisted living is a good option for retirees who need help with some daily tasks and would like to live a socially fulfilling, active lifestyle.
The median monthly cost of assisted living in 2019 was about $5,200 in Athens and $3,800 within the metropolitan area. The median monthly cost of assisted living in 2019 in the state of Georgia was around $3,600.
The total household expenses associated with living in Athens are rated 26 points below the national average. Grocery and other essential costs are also rated well below the average, indicating that Athens is relatively affordable.
Index Scores
All index scores are based on a scale that has the national average set at 100. A score of 200 indicates that the cost is twice as expensive as the national average, while a score of 50 indicates that the cost is half as expensive.
| Household Expenses | Health Care | Insurance | Entertainment | Groceries | Clothing |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 74 | 71 | 66 | 71 | 77 | 76 |
Income and Housing
| Median Income Age 45-64 | Median Income Age 65+ | Median Household Income | Average Individual Income | Median Employee Salary | Average Property Tax | One-bedroom Apartment Gross Rent Estimate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $49,071 per year | $43,345 per year | $34,494 per year | $21,511 per year | $40,348 per year | $1,966 per year | $696 per month |
The top hospitals that service Athens include:
Athens’s climate is classified as humid subtropical, which means the city experiences hot, humid summers and cool winters. The average humidity level is 66%, and humidity levels are often highest during September at about 71%.
Seasonal Temperatures
| January Average | January Maximum | January Minimum |
|---|---|---|
| 42°F | 51°F | 33°F |
| July Average | July Maximum | July Minimum |
|---|---|---|
| 80°F | 90°F | 69°F |
Air Quality
This index is based on a scale that has the national average set at 100. A score of 200 indicates twice the presence of air pollutants than the national average, while a score of 50 indicates half the presence.
Precipitation
Population Statistics
| Median Age | Percent of Population Over 65 | Population | Population Density | Average Household Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 27 | 10.5% | 95,442 | 1,499 per square mile | 2.3 |
Race & Ethnicity
| American Indian or Alaskan Native | Asian | Black | Hispanic or Latino | Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | Two or More Races | White (not Hispanic or Latino) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.1% | 3.9% | 28.0% | 10.9% | 0.1% | 2.6% | 54.8% |
These figures were taken from the most recent U.S. Census.
LGBTQ+ Inclusivity
These scores were taken from the 2020 Human Rights Campaign’s Municipal Equality Index.
2016 Presidential Election Results for Clarke County
| Democratic | Republican | Other |
|---|---|---|
| 66.7% | 28.7% | 4.6% |
Some of the most popular museums and historic sites in Athens include:
Outdoor attractions in Athens:
Athens’s top entertainment destinations and shopping districts are:
Transportation
ACC Transit offers public bus transportation in the Athens-Clarke County area, offering no-cost fares to senior citizens. Taxis and rideshare services, like Uber and Lyft, are also available in Athens.
St. Ives Memory Care, Peachtree Villa at Suwanee and The Mansions at Gwinnett Park Assisted Living & Memory Care are the top rated assisted living facilities near Athens, Georgia. See full list of communities.
There are 125 assisted living facilities near Athens, Georgia. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Athens, Georgia are St. Ives Memory Care. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
Ask an A Place for Mom local advisor at no cost.
Please enter a valid email address.
A Place for Mom is paid by our participating communities, therefore our service is offered at no charge to families. Copyright © 2022 A Place for Mom, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Privacy & Terms. Do Not Sell My Personal Information.