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Oaks at Cedar Shoals in Athens, GA

Oaks at Cedar Shoals is an assisted living community in Athens, GA.

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Oaks at Cedar Shoals in Athens, GA

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  • Interior

    A cozy dining room with several tables and chairs, featuring large windows with curtains.
  • Decor

    A cozy dining room with elegant wallpaper and large windows.
  • Living Room

    A cozy living room with bookshelves, a sofa, and an armchair.
  • Building

    A large house with a circular driveway surrounded by well-maintained landscaping, including trees, shrubs, and flowers.
  • Bedroom

    A cozy bedroom with patterned bedding and stylish lamps.
  • Windows

    A cozy dining room with maroon tablecloths and neatly arranged tables and chairs.
  • Artwork

    Cozy bedroom with decorative pillows and matching lamps.
  • Seating Area

    A cozy recreation room with tables and chairs, featuring a chess set ready for play.
  • Floor Plan

    A detailed floor plan of an apartment featuring two bedrooms, a bathroom, a kitchen, and a living room area.
  • Cabinets

    A kitchenette featuring wooden cabinets, a microwave, a sink, and a decorative clock on the wall.
  • Kitchenette

    A small kitchenette with wooden cabinets, a microwave, mini fridge, sink, wall clock, and a table set with cups and decorative plants.
  • Recreation Room

    A cozy recreation room with tables, chairs, a puzzle in progress, and a bookshelf.

1291 Cedar Shoals Drive, Athens, GA 30605

For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318

4.5 from 59 reviews
5 stars
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4 stars
11
3 stars
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2 stars
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1 stars
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Oaks at Cedar Shoals Costs & Pricing

Oaks at Cedar Shoals offers competitive pricing on its living accommodations compared to both Oconee County and the broader state of Georgia. For instance, their semi-private rooms are priced at $2,600 per month, which is notably lower than the county average of $3,080 and slightly above the state average of $2,529. Studio apartments are available for $3,750, falling below the county's rate of $4,255 but above the state's average of $3,520. The one-bedroom units are attractively priced at $3,950, which positions them higher than Oconee County's average of $3,526 yet still appealing when viewed against Georgia's average of $3,412. Lastly, two-bedroom options at Oaks at Cedar Shoals cost $4,100 per month - competitive with Oconee County's price point of $4,040 but exceeding Georgia's average of $3,921. Overall, Oaks at Cedar Shoals presents a valuable choice for potential residents seeking affordability alongside quality care in a comfortable living environment.

Floor plansOaks at Cedar ShoalsOconee CountyGeorgia
Semi-Private$2,600$3,080$2,529
Studio$3,750$4,255$3,520
1 Bedroom$3,950$3,526$3,412
2 Bedrooms$4,100$4,040$3,921

Overall Review of Oaks at Cedar Shoals

common 11 reviews mention this

Staff and leadership feel involved

Residents and families consistently describe staff as caring, respectful, and responsive.

Many reviewers mention friendly, respectful staff who feel genuinely invested in residents. Several families also highlight management as available and open to feedback, which helped them feel comfortable with the move. Some reviews also mention situations where care didn’t match expectations, including missed check-ins, but the more common theme is that staff try to provide support and keep residents engaged.

common 5 reviews mention this

Facility upkeep and cleanliness stand out

Reviewers frequently comment that the building is clean and well maintained.

A number of reviews describe a very clean facility and good overall upkeep. Families also note organization and a comfortable feel during visits or respite stays. A smaller set of comments point to cleaning concerns—like dirty linens at move-in/respite—so cleanliness can vary depending on the situation.

common 4 reviews mention this

Activities keep residents engaged

Residents have access to frequent activities and planned outings.

Multiple reviewers say there are lots of activities available, including in-house group activities. Others describe shopping and entertainment trips and a steady schedule that helps fill the day. While most feedback is positive, at least one review says the planned activity support and routines didn’t happen as promised during a respite stay.

caveat 3 reviews mention this

Dining quality is hit-or-miss

Dining receives mixed feedback, with several complaints about quality and variety.

Some families criticize the food, describing it as unpleasant, repetitive, or not very nourishing. Others express frustration tied to dining and daily experience during their loved one’s stay. At the same time, a separate review notes the meals looked appetizing, suggesting dining can depend on timing and individual preferences.

  • A cozy dining room with several tables and chairs, featuring large windows with curtains.
  • A cozy dining room with elegant wallpaper and large windows.
  • A cozy dining room with maroon tablecloths and neatly arranged tables and chairs.

How we summarize

Counts show how many written reviews mention each theme; a review can touch several themes, and only frequently mentioned themes are displayed.

Features

Housing

  • 50 resident community capacity 50 resident community capacity

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living

Pets

  • Cats allowed Cats allowed
  • Dogs allowed Dogs allowed

Amenities

  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Beautician on-site Beautician on-site
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Devotional services off-site Devotional services off-site
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Garden Garden
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Indoor common areas Indoor common areas
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Laundry Laundry
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor common areas Outdoor common areas
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Party space Party space
  • Respite or short term stays offered Respite or short term stays offered
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Small library Small library
  • TV room TV room
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wheelchair accessible showers Wheelchair accessible showers
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Transportation & parking Transportation & parking

Care Services

  • 24-hour call system 24-hour call system
  • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
  • Ambulatory care Ambulatory care
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Diabetic care Diabetic care
  • Hospice care Hospice care
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Personal care assistants Personal care assistants
  • Physical therapy Physical therapy
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Kosher Kosher
  • Meals provided Meals provided
  • Room service Room service
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Vegetarian Vegetarian

Activities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Arts and crafts Arts and crafts
  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Devotional activities offsite Devotional activities offsite
  • Games Games
  • Gardening club Gardening club
  • Live musical performances Live musical performances
  • Religious services Religious services
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities
  • Stories Stories

Nearby Places of Interest

This part of Athens, Georgia is a convenient and diverse area with access to essential services such as hospitals, pharmacies, and physicians within close proximity. The numerous dining options ranging from local favorites like Cali N Tito's to well-known chains like Chick-Fil-A offer plenty of choices for meals. Additionally, there are several places of worship nearby for spiritual fulfillment. For recreational activities, there are various parks in the vicinity where seniors can enjoy nature and stay active. The presence of cafes like Jittery Joe's and Zombie Coffee and Donuts provide opportunities to socialize with friends over a cup of coffee. Overall, this area offers a blend of conveniences and amenities that cater to the needs and interests of senior residents.

Hospitals

  • Northeast Health District (0.1 miles)
  • Odyssey (0.5 miles)

Restaurants

  • Cali N Tito's at La Puerta del Sol (0.2 miles)
  • Taqueria La Parrilla (0.5 miles)
  • Siri Thai Cuisine (0.5 miles)
  • Waffle House (0.6 miles)
  • Chick-Fil-A (0.6 miles)
  • Taco Bell (0.6 miles)
  • Beef 'o' Brady's (0.7 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Athens Infusion & Pharmacy (0.3 miles)
  • Athens Infusion (0.4 miles)
  • Medical Center Pharmacy (0.7 miles)
  • Kroger Pharmacy (0.8 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (1 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.1 miles)
  • Hodgson's Pharmacy (3.4 miles)

Physicians

  • Athens Family Foot Care. Dr Herron (0.6 miles)
  • Athens Family Medicine (0.7 miles)
  • Paul Haver, MD - Athens Family Medicine (0.7 miles)
  • Greater Athens Physicians (0.9 miles)
  • Athens Neighborhood Health Center (2.8 miles)
  • Davita Union City Dialysis Center (2.9 miles)
  • Stephen Fleming, MD (3.6 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Tuckston United Methodist Church (1.1 miles)
  • Cornerstone Church | Athens (1.7 miles)
  • First Pentecostal Church (2.2 miles)
  • Ebenezer Baptist Church West (4.1 miles)
  • Winterville First Baptist Church (4.3 miles)
  • Southern Baptist Convention (4.3 miles)

Parks

  • Southeast Clarke Park (1.4 miles)
  • Oconee Forest Park (2.6 miles)
  • Dudley Park (3 miles)
  • Athens Memorial Park (3.3 miles)
  • East Athens Splash Pad (3.4 miles)
  • North Oconee River Park (3.5 miles)

Cafes

  • Jittery Joe's (3.4 miles)
  • Zombie Coffee and Donuts (3.4 miles)
  • Lumpkin Cafe (3.4 miles)
  • Ding Tea Athens (3.6 miles)
  • Big City Bread Cafe (3.9 miles)

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