The Best Senior Living Communities in Athens, TX

"I went to visit a friend a few months ago. It was clean and she was very happy with everything there. It smelled good, she was happy there and said the staff was very good to help when she needed it. She also liked the rehabilitation services that were provided for her."

"My wife was at Green Oaks for over three months. It was really great. They didn't have a lot of activities, but they did have bingo and sing-alongs where they gather around a piano. People there were really nice and really did a lot for my wife. "

"My friends mother was in this facility for rehab services and they did an excellent job getting her strong and back home. The facility was always clean and the staff was very friendly every time we came in to visit her. I would recommend this facility to anyone needing short term or long term care. The food is great, the staff is knowledgeable, and the administration team are always available to answer any questions we had."

"We checked the Oak Wood Place Assisted Living last summer. We toured this place for my sister, but even when my mom was there, I was there pretty much every day, and they had great meals. They took time and really cared for her. All the residents there were really friendly and wanted to sit around and talk. I mean, it was just a really nice place. Well, it was great. It was clean. It's got all kinds of activities and I mean, it's a really good place. I would recommend it. They can go shopping, they have bingo, they have movies, and they have all kinds of activities to involve the residents with, something to keep them busy if they were interested in doing that, and if they weren't that was fine. The food was awesome, it was just like going to a cafeteria."

"I would not recommend this nursing home to anyone. I did not like this nursing home at all. They mistreated the residents of the nursing home and did not take care of all of their needs. The resident constantly lost his belongings as well as his money. He was also found with black and blues at times. He was left outside until he was sunburnt one time as well. The staff is very rude. The bandages on patients are not changed regularly. It is a very unhygienic place. The sheets are not changed on a regular basis either. The residents seem to be in fear of the staff. They seem to take the residents for granted. Complaints have been filed, but nothing has come from them. In my opinion this nursing home needs better funding and a staff that actually cares. The elderly do not deserve to be treated this poorly. "

"My mother-in-law was in Cedar Lake Nursing Home. They were awesome. I loved them. It was family owned. I have nothing bad to say. They were excellent, superiorm in every way, because I was up there almost every single day that she was there. It was a big challenge during COVID; it wasn't their fault. It was older, but it was extremely well kept up. It looked aged inside, but everything looked perfect. The staff were attentive. The social workers were attentive. She got her hair done every couple of weeks. They had a beautician there. They had games. They had activities. She wasn't able to go out on any of the excursions they had, but that was OK. And it was so pleasant. Very pleasant. It did not smell like a nursing home when you got there in the mornings. Always clean. Always extremely clean. She never complained about the food."

"Cedar Creek Lodge Boutique Senior Living was very nice. The upkeep was nice. Everything was nice about it. The staff was nice. We just couldn't afford it. They had a lot of activities going on and they had a bus. It was fairly new. They were also nice enough to give us some dessert, and it was good. The rooms were very nice. They had hardwood floors. They had two-bedrooms, one-bedrooms, and studios. They had a movie theater and a beauty salon, and it was nice."

"My cousin has been in the Lodge Assisted Living & Memory Care. It's absolutely beautiful. It's very clean. It's very new. It even smells new. The staff is great. You have an option of like an efficiency where your bed is in your living room, and it has a full kitchenette and a big bathroom. Or you can get a small room (around 400 square feet or a little over that) that has a small living room, a kitchenette, and then a separate bedroom. The facility is wonderful. As far as I can tell, the staff is good. But I'm not so happy with the food. I've asked my cousin, "What do you have for breakfast?" And every day it's scrambled eggs, bacon and toast, or oatmeal. I'm not really happy with the food right now and with the price that it is. Like for dinner recently my cousin had chips with chili on them, and I think for that amount of money you should have some fruit and vegetables for your dinner. Or at least I think you should have a fruit for breakfast option. So I have to go buy fruit, and fortunately my cousin has a refrigerator. She can put the fruit in her fridge because her doctor wanted her to eat more fruits and vegetables and less salt (there's a lot of salt in chili and chips). Everything else has been wonderful. I'm hoping they just get the diet fixed soon. I did get a good deal, it's about $4,500 a month in comparison to a lot of places. This facility has just opened in December, so it's brand new, and it is really nice. They have a dementia wing and then they have assisted living. In terms of activities, they don't have a whole lot yet as they're kind of getting off the ground, but they have an exercise group in the morning. It's in this really pretty open area that looks out on a little pond, so it's really nice. They have a smoking area for people that smoke, which a lot of them don't offer. And a lot of these older people have been smoking for a long time and they don't want to give it up now, so they have a smoking porch outside away from all the facilities. It's very clean and very nice. Their maintenance guy is amazing."

Kerens Care Center, located in Kerens, TX, offers a variety of care types including Skilled Nursing Care, Memory Care, Respite Care, and Hospice Care. This makes it a versatile option for many seniors with different needs. The center provides private rooms, ensuring a personal and comfortable space for each resident. These rooms are designed to make the residents feel at home while receiving the care they need.The amenities at Kerens Care Center are aimed at enhancing the living experience of its residents. Meals are provided, ensuring that residents have access to nutritious and tasty food without the hassle of cooking. There are also organized activities and programs that encourage social interaction and engagement among residents. For those who value spiritual activities, the center offers programs to meet these needs. Salon services are available for residents who want to pamper themselves, and flexible visitation hours make it easier for family and friends to visit.In terms of services, Kerens Care Center is well-equipped to meet the health and wellness needs of its residents. Physical and occupational therapy/rehabilitation services are available for those who need them, along with medication management services to ensure that residents are taking their medications correctly and on time. The center also provides general transportation services, making it easier for residents to go to appointments or outings. Diabetic care and housekeeping services are part of the package, ensuring that residents live in a clean and healthy environment. Additionally, the staff is trained in mental health care, and the center accepts insurance, making it a comprehensive and accessible option for senior living.

"This is an assisted living home/nursing home. I went there to visit my grandmother a few times. I stayed there and ate lunch with her. The food there was very good, and they gave decent portions. The nurses that worked there seemed really friendly but they seemed like they were pretty busy sometimes. One time I showed up there early to have breakfast with my grandma and i went into the kitchen area and there was an old man sitting at a table by himself. As I passed by him, I realized he was choking on something and his face was turning blue. I immediately called one of the workers over to help because I did not know CPR. The old man was fine, however if I had not shown up when I did he would be dead. That was my only concern with this facility. It was very nice. The rooms were very spacious and the other people staying there were friendly. "

"My mom was in this nursing home for 3 years and loved it there. She loved the nurses, the food, and the way she was treated. We offered to move her closer to one of her children but she wanted to stay there. The home never smelled bad and was always clean, so I knew my mom was being well taken care of. Thank you Patricia, Debbie, and the rest of the staff for your wonderful care."

"My grandmother is currently in their care and without Canton Oaks and their staff I'm not sure she would still be alive. Before Canton Oaks she was bitter, lonely and didn't want to talk to anyone. Let's not forget a heavy chain smoker. Since she has joined Canton Oaks, she has quit smoking (after smoking for more than half her life), she plays bingo and interacts with other patients and staff. Her room is always clean and she always has what she needs or wants. Staff seems to handle her "grouchy mood" with grace and love. I'm beyond happy we found this place for our grandmother. I have seen firsthand how this place treats their staff and patients like family. "

"They did a good job with healthy food and cleanliness, but their interaction with residents was not what I would desire. Also, they weren't good about calling the doctor, hospital, or next of kin when medical care was needed. They would wait for local nurses to look over patients and try healing them for about a week before calling anyone. Because of this my grandfather's health ended up failing. The doctor who was finally called in said he wouldn't have lost his life if he would have received proper treatment sooner. "

"The home may be old, but the staff are VERY friendly. Everyone greets you as you enter and all are eager to help in any way. The food is the best I have ever since in a nursing home and they are always happy to offer a guest tray when I would visit. The facility is clean and the care is exceptional. The activities are wonderful and range from the traditional Bingo to silly string wars and hallway bowling. They even have a monthly painting party and the residents get to paint a canvas with the direction of an artist. It is a joy to watch this activity. They are active in our community and the staff and residents attend most of the parades and events and have participated in the multiple floats in our local parades. The rooms are small but are very homelike with personal items and decorations. They have multiple outdoor areas for residents and family to visit and the flowerbeds are beautiful I would highly recommend this facility to anyone with a loved one in need!!"