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9 Best Nursing Homes in Athens, TX
If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Athens nursing home, our senior living advisors can help. The term “nursing home” is often used interchangeably with assisted living or other senior housing options; but a nursing home is a skilled nursing facility for individuals with serious, debilitating short- or long-term health issues. So even the best nursing homes in Athens, TX may not be right for seniors who don’t require round-the-clock care.
We can help you determine if a skilled nursing facility in Athens or another care type is right for you. Browse 9 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Athens.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Whitton, Wallace and Roddy.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Whitton, Wallace and Roddy.
Nursing Homes Facilities near Athens, TX
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8.9
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10 reviews
They care about the patients and get to know them and their families, they were very caring at the end of her life. I would definitely recommend Arabella of Athens to others looking.
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.
At Arabella of Athens, our retirement homes for independent living are surrounded by three acres of wooded landscape, offering privacy and maintenance-free living. A dedicated clubhouse, private courtyard and beautiful fishing lake enhance the living experience. Cottages have enclosed garages and...
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Lakeland House was, at the time we used it, a bit dated, but clean. The staff was excellent. [Name removed] spent a lot of time with my mom and I couldn't ask for someone more caring and empathetic. The rest...
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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The staff really work hard at making Mom welcome and feel at home. This is a great fit for our family. I wish there were more activities to keep the residents occupied. The food is great, they really work...
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.
Country Place Senior Living is more than an assisted living residence, it's a place where true friendships are made, lives are shared and care warms the heart. Our uniquely intimate setting of 24 suites limits the number of residents, thereby fostering a feeling of 'family' and belonging. When...
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Very nice place, friendly, helpful staff, and nice rooms. Lovely grounds, with nice outdoor areas to walk or sit. Several levels of living facilities. I highly recommend Oak Wood Place if you are looking...
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.
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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, TX
The average cost of senior living in Athens is $3,559 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Seven Points, TX with an average of $3,368 per month.
Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Athens, TX vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Athens, TX vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Athens
Recent reviews for nursing homes in Athens
Countryside Senior Living- Athens
4.7
There has been changes in management. The staff is very nice and supportive. My loved one seems, to like it there. The staff is very accomodating and friendly. The only issue, is when I was unable to get a copy of the bill. The activities seems to be okay, and my loved one often exercises.
Country Place Senior Living of Athens
5.0
My mom and I were so impressed by the cheeriness of County Place, the people working there, the rooms and the pricing
So very affordable
Arabella of Athens Senior Living
5.0
We are at peace knowing our loved one is in a clean, safe environment, and all of her needs are being met, emotionally and physically.
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, TXNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
60%
2.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
20%
9.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
80%
25.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
80%
26.5%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
40%
9.7%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
80%
22.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
40%
6.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
40%
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, TXNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
40%
3.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
40%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
40%
5.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
20%
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, TXNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
20%
0.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
40%
1.3%
No sugar
No sugar
40%
1.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
20%
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, TXNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
40%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
60%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
40%
0.3%
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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, TXNational
Activity director
Activity director
60%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
40%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
60%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40%
6.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
60%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
60%
6.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
60%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
40%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
60%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
60%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
60%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
60%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
40%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
60%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Arabella of Athens Senior Living, Country Place Senior Living of Canton - Mulberry and Countryside Senior Living- Athens are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Athens, Texas. See full list of communities.
There are 9 nursing homes facilities near Athens, Texas. See the full list.
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