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Assisted Living & Memory Care in Athens, GA

170 Marilyn Farmer Way, Athens, GA 30606
Map 706-353-0400
A bright, airy sunroom at Arbor Terrace Athens features patterned yellow accent chairs, hanging plants, and large windows overlooking a garden, offering a welcoming space for senior living in Athens, GA.

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Assisted Living

Assistance with daily tasks so you can confidently focus on wellness and making meaningful connections.

Apartments starting at $5,160
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Bridges Neighborhood

Care that provides enrichment, assistance, and connection for seniors in the early stages of cognitive decline.

Apartments starting at $7,460
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Memory Care

A community created especially to support seniors with Alzheimer's disease or other types of dementia.

Apartments starting at $7,660
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A Look Inside Life at Athens

Amenities

Arbor Terrace Athens pairs thoughtful, personalized care with the energy and culture of one of Georgia's most vibrant college towns. With chef-prepared dining, certified senior fitness trainers, a tenured care team, park-like courtyards for year-round enjoyment, and more, every detail here is shaped around what makes daily life richer and more meaningful.

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Dining Options

Concierge Services

Exercise and Wellness Programs

Personal Linen and Laundry Services

Housekeeping Services

Full Range of Activities for Engaging Residents

Explore Our Community

Discover the inviting spaces and vibrant lifestyle that await you.

Surrounded by mature trees, the exterior of Arbor Terrace Athens signals a serene, residential retreat tucked into a natural setting.
Fresh air, plush seating, and a relaxed pace make the back patio a go-to spot for residents who love spending time outdoors.
Shaded and secure, the memory care courtyard at Arbor Terrace offers a safe outdoor space to breathe, move, and enjoy a quiet moment in nature.
Landscaped and comfortably furnished, the courtyard is ideal for casual get-togethers and quiet moments.
Whether hosting family or celebrating a milestone, the private dining room at Arbor Terrace delivers a warm, elegant space for special moments.
The front desk at Arbor Terrace Athens greets residents and families with a friendly face, ensuring everyone feels supported and welcome from the moment they arrive.
Floor-to-ceiling light fills the sun room at Arbor Terrace Athens, making it a cheerful retreat for morning coffee, reading, or light conversation.
Natural light filters through the sunroom windows, creating a serene, uplifting atmosphere residents can gravitate to any time.

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A serene courtyard patio at Arbor Terrace Athens features shaded dining tables, colorful garden beds, and a koi pond surrounded by mature trees, perfect for outdoor senior living in Athens, GA.

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Real Stories, Real Connections

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The Heart of Our Community

The residents of Arbor Terrace Athens bring this community to life every day. With unique stories, shared interests, and a love of everything Athens has to offer, they fill our community with laughter, friendship, and meaningful connection.

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The People Who Make the Difference

Our experienced team knows each resident personally, their preferences, their routines, and their stories. Many of our caregivers and department leaders have been with us for years. That kind of continuity and deep connection is one of the things that makes this community feel pleasant from day one.

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Two smiling staff members at Arbor Terrace Athens holding donated goods, reflecting the community's warm spirit and commitment to giving back — a hallmark of senior living in Athens, GA.
A staff member and a resident share a lighthearted, playful moment together at Arbor Terrace Athens, capturing the warm and joyful spirit of senior living in Athens, GA.

Where Every Day Feels Like Athens Should

We are committed to providing thoughtful care in a community where every resident is known and valued. Whether through a chef-prepared meal in the dining room, a morning walk in the garden, or an outing to the State Botanical Garden of Georgia or downtown Athens, residents find joy and purpose in every day.

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What Others Have To Say

We Are Proud to be an Award-Winning Community

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Frequently Asked Questions

Every resident receives a care plan built around their individual needs, history, and preferences. Our tenured team provides 24-hour scheduled care, and our boutique community size means residents are never anonymous. A Social Profile completed before move-in ensures care and programming feel genuinely personal from day one. Learn more about our assisted living services and how we tailor care to each resident.

Our secured memory care neighborhood is designed for residents living with Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia. Residents benefit from a dementia-trained team, Dining with Dignity® programming, Tovertafel Magic Table technology, Namaste Care spa therapy, SingFit music programming, and personalized engagement that honors each resident as an individual. Explore our memory care program to learn how we support residents and families.

Our Bridges neighborhood is a purposeful environment for seniors in the early stages of cognitive change. It offers specialized cognitive engagement, consistent routines, and affirming socialization in a setting designed for residents who need more than assisted living but are not ready for a fully secured memory care environment. Schedule a tour to discuss your loved one's specific care needs with our team.

Residents enjoy a full range of thoughtfully designed amenities, including chef-prepared dining, an on-site beauty salon, a library, an art studio, a computer lounge, a game room, park-like courtyards with walking paths, raised garden beds, a wellness center, and certified senior fitness trainers. Our complimentary transportation services connect residents to medical appointments and outings throughout Athens and surrounding areas. Experience our amenities firsthand by scheduling a tour.

Our dedicated engagement team keeps programming active seven days a week, shaped around resident interests using our Social Profile Tool. From SingFit therapeutic music and creative arts to educational enrichment events, community outings, and live entertainment, activities reflect what residents genuinely enjoy and the unique energy of Athens as a college town. Learn more about daily life at Arbor Terrace Athens.

Yes. Your companion animal is part of your family, and we welcome pets. Our walking paths and outdoor spaces make it easy for residents and their pets to enjoy time together. Contact us to learn more about our pet-friendly accommodations.

The monthly rate typically covers three chef-prepared meals daily, weekly housekeeping and linen service, utilities, complimentary transportation, seven-dimensional engaged living programming, and access to all community amenities. Personalized care services are outlined transparently based on each resident's needs. For a full breakdown of pricing, contact us or schedule a tour.

The best way is to schedule a tour, see the community in person, and meet our team. We can discuss your loved one's specific care needs, walk you through the community, and help you understand whether Arbor Terrace Athens is the right match, with no pressure and no assumptions. Contact us with questions about care or explore our resources for families beginning their search.

Yes. We can help you explore veterans Aid and Attendance benefits, long-term care insurance, life insurance conversion programs, and the ElderLife Financial bridge financing partnership. Our advisors walk families through each option and connect them with trusted resources when additional guidance is needed. For help with planning, use our cost calculator or contact our team to discuss your situation.

All the Local Favorites, Just Minutes Away

Our residents enjoy easy access to the best of Athens, from the historic University of Georgia campus and the State Botanical Garden of Georgia to the music venues, craft breweries, and boutiques of downtown Athens. Whether it is a morning at Sandy Creek Nature Center, an afternoon at Bear Hollow Zoo, or an evening performance at The Classic Center, there is always something new to discover just minutes away.

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