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Assisted Living Communities in Athens, AL
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authentic reviews in Athens, AL below include Assisted Living facility with 365 reviews. On average in Athens, residents and their loved ones rate Assisted Living options 4.6 out of 5 stars.
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We’ve spent hundreds of hours compiling helpful information below these listings, ranging from assisted living costs statistics of in Athens, to local laws & regulations in the area, to nearby services and programs that can help older adults in the community thrive, and more.
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Teresa
5.0
Review of The Goldton at Athens
The Goldton has been awesome! Daddy moved in a little over two years ago. It has been a blessing for us! The apartments are a nice size. There are plenty of activities to keep everyone busy. All...
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Kenneth
4.0
Review of The Goldton at Athens
I have been visiting people who are living at The Goldton at Athens. I have been there recently since I have some relatives in their assisted living. The facilities are fine and I'm impressed with...
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Dennis
4.0
Review of Limestone Lodge
I toured Limestone Lodge. I liked that the person in charge was an RN. The place was clean. She took us back and showed us a room that was really impressive, a room that a resident had decorated...
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Thank you so much for touring Limestone Lodge and for sharing your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that you were impressed by the cleanliness of our community, the welcoming atmosphere, and the...
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The Cost of Assisted Living in Athens, AL and Nearby Cities
Huntsville
$4,455
US
$4,000
Madison
$3,546
Athens
$3,226
Decatur
$2,793
Lawrenceburg
$2,767
Fayetteville
$2,700
Pulaski
$2,300
Paying for Assisted Living in Athens
Assisted Living costs in Athens start around $3,226 per month on average, while the nationwide average cost of assisted living is $4,000 per month, according to the latest figures from Genworth’s Cost of Care Survey.
It’s important to note that assisted living rates in Athens and the surrounding suburbs can vary widely based on factors such as location, the level of care needed, apartment size and the types of amenities offered at each community.
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Athens
Financial assistance is available to eligible seniors living in Athens to help reduce costs associated with facility living, including four Medicaid programs: Technical Assistance Waiver (TAW), Medicaid HIV/AIDS Waiver, Personal Choices program and Alabama Community Transition (ACT).
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on ourAssisted Living in Alabama page.
More Ways to Pay for Assisted Living
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:
- Veterans Benefits
- Life Insurance Policy
- Long-Term Care Insurance
- Reverse Mortgage
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Alabama page.
Free Assisted Living Resources in Athens
Athens and the surrounding area are home to numerous government agencies and non-profit organizations offering help for seniors searching for or currently residing in an assisted living community. These organizations can also provide assistance in a number of other eldercare services such as geriatric care management, elder law advice, estate planning, finding home care and health and wellness programs.
To see a list of free assisted living resources in Athens, please visit our Assisted Living in Alabama page.
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Athens
Athens-area assisted living communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all assisted living communities in Alabama are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Alabama page for more information about these laws.
