Calvin Court sits at 479 East Paces Ferry Road NE in the heart of Buckhead Village, Atlanta, where folks can see both the city skyline and tree-lined streets, and the building itself is a secure, gated, 11-story property centered around seniors aged 62 and older who want an independent, safe place to live without the hassle of home maintenance, and it's run by a Presbyterian Home that's been active in Atlanta for over 70 years, offering affordable apartments through the Section 8 (202) program, so rent is based on about 30% of a resident's monthly income, which helps many people on fixed incomes. The apartments come in different floor plans like studios and one-bedrooms, some with dinettes, all including modern fire sprinkler systems, window blinds, full bathrooms, electric appliances, frost-free refrigerators, high-speed internet, individually controlled heating and air, plus laundry facilities on every floor, and the building covers most utilities except for phone, cable TV, and internet, though residents can get a discounted bundle for those services.
The building has elevators, senior-friendly layouts, and accessible units, which makes getting around easier for people with different needs, and they allow pets, so folks with animals can keep them right at home, while after-hours security keeps things safe. Calvin Court provides on-site meal programs with one or two cooked meals per day, and staff handle housekeeping and general maintenance, so residents spend less time on chores. Services include help with move-in paperwork and regular mail delivery onsite. The fitness center has strength equipment and weekly group classes, and there's a library with reading tech, a computer center with high-speed internet, a large gathering room with a big TV, as well as outdoor green spaces and a garden, plus a small store for convenience shopping and free parking for those who drive.
Residents have access to a full continuum of care, as this is a continuing-care community that offers independent and assisted living, nursing care, and specialized Alzheimer's and dementia care, so people can stay here even if their needs change over time. There's a chaplain for spiritual support, weekly Bible study, and ecumenical services, which reflects the community's Christian ministry roots, and the staff includes fully trained caregivers focused on making sure people feel at home, with disaster recovery resources and aging, health, and dementia-friendly resources available. Social, cultural, and educational programs are plentiful, with day trips, volunteer options, and scheduled activities to help people build friendships and stay active, and the location itself makes it easy to visit parks, restaurants, and marketplaces right in Buckhead. Medical clinics and health care facilities are nearby, with Piedmont Atlanta Hospital just 2.2 miles away for urgent needs, and the area's legal protections make it friendly for LGBTQ seniors, with protections for both housing and employment.
All the apartments and common areas are non-smoking, residents can depend on fire alarms and smoke detectors in every area, and building maintenance is handled by staff. The whole place is set up to help seniors stay independent, active, and as healthy as possible, giving them a secure, affordable home with help available when needed, surrounded by friendly neighbors and opportunities to enjoy life in Atlanta.
