Our comprehensive listings and authentic reviews in Athens, GA below include 35 Assisted Living facilities with 161 reviews. On average in Athens, residents and their loved ones rate Assisted Living options 4.5 out of 5 stars.
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12 COBB VILLAGE DRIVE, Royston, GA 30662
4.0
(1 reviews)
"We had a visit at The Gables at Cobb Village and we talked with the director there. They showed us around and they were very friendly. The whole building is nice and bright; lots of extra light coming in to the rooms. They have a nice big dining room..."
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920 Highway 138, Monroe, GA 30655
4.0
(15 reviews)
"Weve decided to place my mother-in-law at Great Oaks Assisted Living and Memory Care. There was a bit of a problem in the beginning, but they addressed it, so its clean now. The staff seemed knowledgeable on how they handled the residents. The dini..."
READ MORE1865 BOLD SPRINGS ROAD, Monroe, GA 30655
3.4
(15 reviews)
"My husband spent a month post-surgery in rehab. We could not have asked for a more caring, attentive place for him to do his rehab and heal. I highly recommend Park Place...."
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167 W. Jefferson Street, Madison, GA 30650
3.4
(5 reviews)
"This facility is amazing , feels like home. The home is located in the heart of historical downtown Madison, Georgia. Not only is the facility itself beautiful, but the staff and the owners are great. They always have wonderful healthy meals and whe..."
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199 West W. Gary road, Commerce, GA 30529
3.3
(11 reviews)
"My mother is currently at Brookside Commerce. They are very attentive to her, very patient, and understanding. They communicate well. They provide a lot to keep them occupied. They are inviting and clean, which is very important. They do a good job o..."
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621 N Cherokee Rd, Social Circle, GA 30025
2.5
(4 reviews)
"My husband went with me to Oxton Village. It looked to be fine, but they were repainting all of it at the time. Part of it was already done, but the part for dementia and Alzheimer’s was not finished yet. The facility was very nice; however, I didn’t..."
READ MORE1321 PRICE MILL ROAD, Madison, GA 30650
2.0
(2 reviews)
"Lakeview Manor was a small place with about 10 residents, so it was not a big facility. Yet, it was not too small that if she did not like the other residents, there were other people she could still talk to. I liked the location because it was in th..."
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1322 Smokerise Ln, Auburn, GA 30011
"Residing on a not-through-street, Maria's Warm Home is located in Auburn, Georgia, near local entertainment and amenities. There are several..."
READ MORE1442 Johnson Mill Road, Jefferson, GA 30549
"To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Georgia Healthcare Facility Regulation -..."
READ MORE7456 Highway 82 Spur, Maysville, GA 30558
"Brighter Mornings At The Shoals is located in Marysville, GA. Residents in the facility have easy access to the Hurricane Shoals Park and No..."
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2040 Resurgence Drive, Watkinsville, GA 30677
"Probably seniors occupying their time in a nice building and cared for by professionals. And that’s exactly what everyone has come to expect..."
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430 South Broad Street, Monroe, GA 30655
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READ MORE260 General Daniels Avenue, Danielsville, GA 30633
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READ MORE211 Fairground Rd, Lexington, GA 30648
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READ MORE235 E Marable Street, Monroe, GA 30655
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READ MOREAccording to the 2024 Genworth Cost of Care Survey, monthly assisted living costs in Athens come to approximately $3,500. This fee falls well below the Georgia median of $4,120 and the national norm of $5,350. It also trends lower than rates in many nearby cities. For example, seniors in Rome pay roughly $4,215. In Atlanta and Gainesville, monthly fees run even higher at around $4,620 and $4,695, respectively.
Athens
$3,500
Georgia
$4,120
United States
$5,350
Gainesville
$4,695
Atlanta
$4,620
Augusta
$4,748
Rome
$4,215
Eligible seniors can apply for financial assistance with assisted living in Athens through two state-operated programs: Service Options Using Resources in a Community Environment (SOURCE) and the Community Care Service Program (CCSP). Both of these are Medicaid waiver programs and are subject to availability.
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Georgia page.
While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Georgia page.
In Athens, assisted living communities charge around $3,500 per month for residential and custodial services. By comparison, seniors typically spend about $2,669 on home health care, although added living costs, such as housing and groceries, may make assisted living a budget-friendly alternative.
Home Health Care
$2,669
Assisted Living Facility
$3,500
Athens residents may find the following resources useful if they’re considering moving into an assisted living facility or are otherwise looking for help to live independently. These resources include organizations that offer free services, benefits counseling, wellness programs or other support.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Northeast Georgia Area Agency on Aging | (800) 474-7540 | The Northeast Georgia Area Agency on Aging provides a variety of services for seniors in Athens, Clarke County and the surrounding area. The agency supports older adults and those with disabilities via programs, information and signposting to other agencies with the goal of helping them lead safe, active and independent lives. |
| Athens Community Council on Aging | (706) 549-4850 | The ACCA serves older adults in several ways by advocating at the local, state and federal levels to improve services for seniors. In the Athens area, the ACCA runs adult day health services, senior transportation, Meals on Wheels, and other programs to help seniors with their day-to-day needs. |
| Georgia Senior Legal Hotline | (888) 257-9519 | Seniors can call the Georgia Senior Legal Hotline to request brief legal advice or referrals to other legal professionals. The organization is staffed by attorneys and volunteers who are donating their time to help older adults with civil law inquiries. |
| Athens Veterans Field Service Office | (706) 369-5630 | The Athens Veterans Field Service Office provides eligible seniors with a convenient contact point for information about benefits, disability payments and other practical support. Former service people and their surviving spouses can contact the field service office for information about Aid & Attendance payments and other benefits that could be used to pay for senior care. |
Athens-area assisted living communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all assisted living communities in Georgia are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Georgia page for more information about these laws.
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