Morning Pointe Of Athens

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  • Interior

    A cozy dining room with multiple tables and chairs, featuring soft lighting and a carpeted floor.
  • Outdoors

    A scenic view of a brick building with a gazebo and pathway surrounded by shrubs and a lawn under a clear blue sky.
  • Decor

    A dining room with a wooden table and chairs, adorned with floral decorations and wall art.
  • Living Room

    A spacious living room with large windows, elegant furniture, and wooden flooring.
  • Building

    A well-maintained building entrance with a sign and lush greenery on a sunny day.
  • Bedroom

    A cozy bedroom with a four-poster bed, featuring vibrant red and yellow walls.
  • Windows

    A cozy dining room with multiple tables and chairs, well-lit by overhead lights and natural window light.
  • Dining

    An elegant dining room with neatly set tables and chandeliers.
  • Landscaping

    A building entrance with signage and well-maintained landscaping on a clear day.
  • Artwork

    A cozy bedroom featuring a neatly made bed with patterned bedding, soft lighting, and traditional decor elements.
  • Television

    A traditional living room setup featuring a television, elegant chairs, and floral decorations.
  • Exercise Equipment

    A therapy room equipped with exercise machines and a treatment table.
  • Kitchenette

    A small kitchenette with a microwave, coffee maker, and mini fridge next to a cozy bedroom.
  • Traditional Decor

    A traditional bedroom with red and yellow walls, featuring a wooden bed and classic furniture.

Morning Pointe Of Athens

Morning Pointe Of Athens is an assisted living community in Athens, TN.

Information last verified:

1025 Crestway Drive, Athens, TN 37303

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

4.9 from 63 reviews
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Morning Pointe Of Athens Costs & Pricing

Morning Pointe of Athens offers competitive pricing for its senior living facilities compared to both McMinn County and the broader state of Tennessee. For a studio apartment, residents at Morning Pointe can expect a monthly fee of $3,220, which is notably lower than the county average of $3,604 and the state average of $3,485. The one-bedroom option is available for $3,530, providing a more affordable alternative compared to McMinn County's average of $4,372 while remaining slightly higher than the state's rate of $3,592. Lastly, two-bedroom apartments at Morning Pointe are priced at $3,700 - again undercutting the county's average cost of $4,300 and aligning closely with Tennessee's average of $3,962. Overall, Morning Pointe of Athens stands out as a cost-effective choice for seniors seeking quality care and accommodations in this region.

Floor plansMorning Pointe Of AthensMcMinn CountyTennessee
Studio$3,220$3,604$3,485
1 Bedroom$3,530$4,372$3,592
2 Bedrooms$3,700$4,300$3,962

Overall Review of Morning Pointe Of Athens

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Care and nursing are a priority

Nursing support is described as attentive, professional, and proactive when health issues come up.

Several residents and families describe staff providing reliable daily support and keeping families informed about health changes. One reviewer specifically credits the nursing team for identifying pneumonia and helping stabilize diabetic care, including coordinating the right diet. Others mention night-and-day responsiveness, and that medication/health needs are treated as a priority. The community also offers call-system and supervised care, along with assistance with medication management and therapy services.

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Staff attention is a consistent highlight

Residents and families most often praise the staff for being loving, supportive, and easy to work with.

Across many reviews, people describe staff as kind, welcoming, and genuinely helpful—both for residents and for families during the transition. Multiple reviewers say they feel reassured because care needs are met and communication is consistent. A few comments also point to how responsive staff can be when a concern arises. The community offers assistance with activities of daily living, meal preparation and service, and coordination with health care providers.

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Meals and dietary options stand out

Dining is frequently discussed, with residents citing both meal quality and available dietary choices.

Many reviewers mention how much they like the food, describe meals as enjoyable, and note alternatives if someone doesn’t care for that day’s menu. Some families also describe dining support as part of overall care—for example, helping a resident follow a diabetes-related diet. At the same time, at least one review raises concerns about food quality and portion satisfaction, which may be something to ask about on a visit. Alongside restaurant-style dining, the community provides meal options and dietary support tied to specific needs.

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Activities keep residents engaged

A steady schedule of activities and outings is a recurring reason families feel comfortable.

Residents and families repeatedly describe a lively activity calendar, including games, social events, religious or devotional programming, and scheduled outings. Several reviewers mention specific activities like Bingo and Scrabble, plus regular opportunities to get involved without being stuck inside. Others highlight special events for holidays and birthdays as part of the day-to-day experience. The community also lists day trips, fitness programs, community-sponsored activities, and resident-run options.

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Clean spaces and a home-like feel

Reviews often mention cleanliness and a pleasant, comfortable atmosphere inside the building.

Several reviewers describe the facility as clean, nicely maintained, and decorated in a way that feels more like home than an institution. A number of comments also mention spaces for gathering and the overall presentation of the community. There are a couple of reservations too—for example, one reviewer points out areas where the carpet needs attention, and another mentions parts of the exterior sidewalk may be difficult for mobility devices. Overall, the community emphasizes housekeeping support and accessible spaces.

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Features

Housing

  • 56 resident community capacity 56 resident community capacity
  • 1-bedroom apartments 1-bedroom apartments
  • 2-bedroom apartments 2-bedroom apartments
  • Studio apartments Studio apartments

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living
  • Skilled Nursing Facility Skilled Nursing Facility

Pets

  • Cats allowed Cats allowed
  • Dogs allowed Dogs allowed

Amenities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Bath tubs Bath tubs
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Computer center Computer center
  • Devotional services off-site Devotional services off-site
  • Devotional services on-site Devotional services on-site
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fitness room Fitness room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Gaming room Gaming room
  • Garden Garden
  • Ground floor units Ground floor units
  • Handicap accessible Handicap accessible
  • 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
  • Pet friendly Pet friendly
  • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
  • Respite or short term stays offered Respite or short term stays offered
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Small library Small library
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wellness center Wellness center
  • Wheelchair accessible showers Wheelchair accessible showers
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Community operated transportation Community operated transportation
  • Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement
  • Transportation arrangement (non-medical) Transportation arrangement (non-medical)

Care Services

  • 12-16 hour nursing 12-16 hour nursing
  • 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
  • Coordination with health care providers Coordination with health care providers
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Diabetic care Diabetic care
  • Incontinence care Incontinence care
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Physical therapy Physical therapy
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Transportation arrangement (medical) Transportation arrangement (medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Guest meals Guest meals
  • Kosher Kosher
  • Low / no sodium Low / no sodium
  • Meals provided Meals provided
  • No Sugar No Sugar
  • Restaurant style dining Restaurant style dining
  • Room service Room service
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Vegan Vegan
  • Vegetarian Vegetarian

Activities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Art classes Art classes
  • Bible study group Bible study group
  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Concierge services Concierge services
  • Cooking classes Cooking classes
  • Day trips and outings Day trips and outings
  • Devotional activities offsite Devotional activities offsite
  • Devotional activities on-site Devotional activities on-site
  • Educational speakers / life long learning Educational speakers / life long learning
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Karaoke Karaoke
  • Live well programs Live well programs
  • Other religious services Other religious services
  • Planned day trips Planned day trips
  • Religious services Religious services
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities
  • Visiting chaplain or priest Visiting chaplain or priest

Languages Spoken

  • English English

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Nearby Places of Interest

This part of Athens, Tennessee offers a variety of healthcare options with physicians, pharmacies, and hospitals within close proximity. There are several dining options available, including delis, cafes, and chain restaurants. The area also has a number of places of worship for those seeking spiritual fulfillment. Transportation services are conveniently located for easy access to other parts of town. Overall, this neighborhood provides a mix of essential services and amenities that may be appealing to seniors looking to settle in a welcoming community with convenient access to necessary resources.

Physicians

  • Johnnie C. Carter (0.5 miles)
  • Michael Wayne Hahn (0.5 miles)
  • Southeast Eye Specialists (0.5 miles)
  • Women's Center of East TN (0.5 miles)
  • Athens Medical Group (0.5 miles)
  • Athens Pediatrics (0.6 miles)
  • Athens Regional Sleep Diagnostic Center (0.6 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Madison Avenue Pharmacy (0.5 miles)
  • Walgreens (0.5 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.6 miles)
  • Walmart Pharmacy (1.9 miles)
  • Walgreens (7.9 miles)
  • Fred's Pharmacy (7.9 miles)
  • Anderson Drugs (8.8 miles)

Hospitals

  • Athens Regional Medical Center (0.6 miles)
  • Daystar Counseling Center (0.7 miles)
  • Woods Memorial Hospital District (7.7 miles)
  • Woods Memorial Surgery Center (7.7 miles)
  • Sweetwater Hospital (14.2 miles)
  • Sweetwater Hospital Association (14.2 miles)

Restaurants

  • Angela's Deli (0.8 miles)
  • Subway (1.1 miles)
  • Lotus Thai Cuisine (1.1 miles)
  • Open Door Cafe (1.2 miles)
  • Taco Bell (1.3 miles)
  • Jenkins Grille & Market (1.3 miles)
  • Arby's (1.4 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Southern Baptist Convention (1.8 miles)
  • Renewed Hope Worship Center (2.3 miles)
  • St Mary's Catholic Church (2.3 miles)
  • Faith Baptist Tabernacle (3.1 miles)
  • Lakeview Baptist Church (3.4 miles)
  • Journey Of Grace Church (3.6 miles)
  • Riceville Church Of Christ (5.8 miles)

Transportation

  • U-Haul Neighborhood Dealer (3 miles)
  • Alamo (3 miles)
  • U-Haul Neighborhood Dealer (12.1 miles)

Cafes

  • Sweet And Salty Eatery (13 miles)
  • Lem's Korner (14.2 miles)
  • Linda's Cafe (14.3 miles)

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