Orchard at Athens is a senior living community located in Athens, Georgia, specializing in memory care services. The facility offers a secure environment tailored to the needs of individuals with Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia, focusing on resident-centered care. In addition to memory care, Orchard at Athens provides assisted living and senior living options. The community has been designed specifically to accommodate residents living with memory loss, featuring secured areas, indoor and outdoor walking paths, and thoughtfully arranged common spaces that promote safety and accessibility.
The care and medical support offered at Orchard at Athens is comprehensive. Dedicated staff provide full assistance with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing, eating, and toileting, ensuring residents receive needed help at every stage of their care. The facility offers specialized memory care programs, diabetes management, incontinence care, and ambulatory support. Medication management is handled by trained professionals to facilitate timely and accurate delivery of prescribed treatments. On-site medical services include podiatry, audiology, dental care, and access to a therapy room, ensuring residents’ health needs are addressed holistically. A massage therapist is available to enhance residents’ comfort and well-being. Additional wellness offerings include fitness programs, yoga, and chair yoga tailored to different abilities and preferences. The community supports communication in both English and French, accommodating a diverse resident population. Structured clubs and activity communities encourage social interaction, and a barber/beauty salon is available for personal care needs.
Orchard at Athens places an emphasis on providing a safe and secure environment. The entirety of the community is secured, and all spaces are designed for easy navigation by residents with memory challenges. Both indoor and outdoor walking paths allow residents to remain physically active within a secure and monitored setting. The community structure fosters engagement through various activities, including gardening, music, art, movies, outings, faith-based programs, and special events, contributing to a vibrant and interactive daily environment.
Dining services at Orchard at Athens offer chef-prepared meals, with an emphasis on appealing presentation and nutritional balance. Residents and families have recognized the high quality of food and the effort made to accommodate individual preferences and dietary needs.
Orchard at Athens provides both complimentary and at-cost transportation services for residents. These services support medical appointments as well as non-medical activities, such as outings and errands, facilitating independence and community engagement for residents who no longer drive.
Resident and family reviews indicate consistent satisfaction with the attentiveness and professionalism of the staff, frequent communication, and the overall quality of care. The community’s cleanliness, modern design, and light-filled spaces are often cited positively. Families appreciate the range of activities available, though there is a noted preference for additional memory care activity options on weekends and holidays. Dining and safety standards, particularly infection control measures implemented during the COVID-19 pandemic, have been sources of reassurance for families. There have been isolated concerns over communication during the admissions process in specific circumstances, but overall, Orchard at Athens is recognized for its supportive environment and high standard of resident care. As of early 2024, there have been no major new developments or expansions reported at this facility.
Costs at this community start at $2,750 and range up to $6,195. The average price in the community is $4,472, which is more than the average price in the area of $4,189. The cost of memory care in this area is essentially the same as the cost throughout the state. If the resident needs other services, additional services may increase the monthly cost.
