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The Haven at Cedar Shoals

1291 Cedar Shoals Dr, Athens, GA

Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care

3.524 reviewsvia A Place for Mom

About the community

About The Haven at Cedar Shoals

Find premier personal care at Oaks at Cedar Shoals in Athens, Georgia. This Oaks Senior Living community offers a tranquil campus that lies in close proximity to diverse shopping and dining options — a great setting for senior living. Community Amenities and Services Here, you’ll discover the peace of mind that comes with knowing your loved one is in good hands. Our trained caregivers are ready around the clock to provide personalized care to your loved ones through assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs), medication services, and more. In our dining room, enjoy restaurant-style experiences and senior-friendly menu options. We’ll also handle the housekeeping and laundry so your loved one can enjoy each day to the fullest stress-free. Feel the breeze in our landscaped, outdoor common areas, chat around cozy seating arrangements indoors with friendly neighbors, or join in one of our regularly scheduled activities. Living Arrangements We offer studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments to fit your loved one’s ideal living arrangements. State licensing information To explore the licensing information and compliance histories of senior living communities in the state of Georgia, visit the Georgia Healthcare Facility Regulation database . Related articles Home Safety Tips Anti-Inflammatory Diet for Seniors Assisted Living vs. Independent Living: What's the Difference?

Family and resident feedback

3.5 out of 5 from 24 reviews

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★★★★★

Positive

great place for mom

Wonderful and caring staff - always friendly and willing to assist with anything. My mom is cared for and loved. If you are looking for a place then look no farther because they truly are the best at making everything as to close to being at home as possible. I have had nothing but great experience with facility.

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Cleanliness
5.0 / 5
Friendliness
5.0 / 5
Value for Cost
5.0 / 5
Care Services
5.0 / 5
Activities
5.0 / 5
Staff
5.0 / 5
Meals & Dining
5.0 / 5
Vicki AdkinsJuly 4, 2025

★★★★

Positive

Room cleaning and laundry not great

Great facility but cleaning staff keeps coming and going so lacks in that area but otherwise i would recommend staff is very friendly caring and welcoming my mom loves it and always lots of activities available if residents want to participate

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Cleanliness
3.0 / 5
Friendliness
5.0 / 5
Value for Cost
4.0 / 5
Care Services
5.0 / 5
Activities
5.0 / 5
Staff
3.0 / 5
Meals & Dining
5.0 / 5
Response from the community

Vicki - Thank you for taking the time to leave a review of our community. We are grateful for the opportunity to care for your mother.

March 14, 2025
Vicki AMarch 8, 2025

★★★★★

Critical

Our families experience

My honest answer is that Mom did not have a great or even decent experience at Oaks. Her clothing and other valuables were often (over and over) stolen from the workers, who had no accountability as to their theft, by management. In addition, the food they served was really horrible! Many days they served potato chips as a 'vegetable'. The bottom line is that after Mom repeatedly said to me: 'I feel so violated.' (From the ongoing thievery), I chose to move her to Legacy Village, where we have had a much better exp

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Cleanliness
2.0 / 5
Friendliness
2.0 / 5
Value for Cost
2.0 / 5
Care Services
2.0 / 5
Activities
2.0 / 5
Staff
2.0 / 5
Meals & Dining
2.0 / 5
Response from the community

Angela - Thank you for taking the time to leave a review of our community. Thank you for your feedback as it helps improves our resident and family experience. We apologize that you and your mothers experience of our community did not match your expectations. If you would like to discuss any concerns you have voiced, please contact us at (770) 796-5871, and we will be glad to speak with you.

December 23, 2024
AngelaDecember 11, 2024

★★★★★

Critical

Oaks is merely MEDIOCRE.

Food is not nourishing and usually almost inedible - the taste and quality is so very bad. Thievery is so common and not even commented upon by management. My Mom has said to me so many times: ‘I feel so violated.’ (From the stealing of even the smallest of her belongings.)

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Cleanliness
3.0 / 5
Friendliness
3.0 / 5
Value for Cost
3.0 / 5
Care Services
3.0 / 5
Activities
4.0 / 5
Staff
3.0 / 5
Meals & Dining
1.0 / 5
Response from the community

Angela -Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. If you are interested in discussing any concerns you may have , please contact (770) 796-5871, and a member of our home office will be glad to speak with you. Thank you.

August 15, 2024
Angela HAugust 11, 2024

★★★★★

Critical

Review for Oaks at Cedar Shoals

I would tell them that I had a very unpleasant experience at Oaks. I was completely surprised at the treatment after we moved my father in.

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Cleanliness
3.0 / 5
Friendliness
3.0 / 5
Value for Cost
3.0 / 5
Care Services
2.0 / 5
Activities
2.0 / 5
Staff
2.0 / 5
Meals & Dining
3.0 / 5
Response from the community

Beth - Thank you for taking time to leave a review of our community. If you would like to discuss any concerns you have with a member of our executive team, please call (770) 796-5871, and we will be glad to speak with you.

June 10, 2024
BethJune 5, 2024

★★★★★

Positive

Wonderful home for our mom

If your family member is still able to get around and can perform daily tasks with some assistance, the Oaks at Cedar Shoals is a great option. It is well run and the staff are very loving and caring towards all of the residents.

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Cleanliness
5.0 / 5
Friendliness
5.0 / 5
Value for Cost
5.0 / 5
Care Services
5.0 / 5
Activities
5.0 / 5
Staff
4.0 / 5
Meals & Dining
5.0 / 5
Response from the community

Thank you for taking the time to recommend our community and leave a five star review.

April 3, 2024
AnonymousMarch 29, 2024

Verified overview

What we know from public sources

Care options
Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care
Public price status
Not publicly found
Last source check
August 3, 2026

Source-published features

Amenities and services

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Meals & dining

  • Room Service
  • Guest Meals
  • Meals Provided
  • Kosher
  • Vegetarian

Health & wellness

  • Incontinence Care
  • Diabetic Care
  • Staffing & Ancillary Services
  • Non-Ambulatory Care
  • Memory Care
  • Medication Management

Services & convenience

  • Resident Parking Available
  • Cats Allowed
  • Dogs Allowed
  • Weight Limit (lbs)
  • Laundry Service / Drycleaning
  • Housekeeping
  • Grocery Shopping and Errands
  • Beautician
  • English
  • Complimentary Transportation
  • Uncovered Parking

Activities & engagement

  • Quilting or Sewing Club
  • Current Events Club
  • Art Classes
  • Day Trips and Outings
  • Cooking Classes
  • Wii Bowling
  • Bible Study Group
  • Devotional Activities On-Site
  • Book Club
  • Karaoke
  • Wine Tasting
  • Dances
  • Walking Club
  • Happy Hour
  • Holiday Parties
  • Activities On-site
  • Christian Services
  • Activities Off-site
  • BBQs or Picnics
  • Community Service Organizations
  • Live Well Programs
  • Resident Band or Musicians
  • Birthday Parties
  • Men's Club
  • Trivia Games
  • Cooking Club
  • Educational Speakers / Life Long Learning
  • Gardening Club

Outdoor spaces

  • Outside Patio
  • Beauty Salon
  • Meeting Room
  • Indoor Common Areas
  • Butterfly garden / Hummingbird garden
  • Outdoor Common Areas
  • TV Lounge
  • Library
  • Private Bath
  • Arts and Crafts Center
  • Raised Garden Beds
  • Piano or Organ

Apartment & room features

  • Handicap Accessible
  • Kitchenette
  • Respite or Short Term Stays Offered
  • Ground Floor Units
  • Garden View
  • Air Conditioned
  • Cable or Satellite TV
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet
  • Wheelchair Accessible Showers

Official oversight

Inspection and quality records

Inspection coverage has not yet been completed for this community. “Not covered” is not the same as “no violations found.”

Coverage last checked August 3, 2026.

Questions to confirm with the community

Additional care fees
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Move-in fee
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