Smyrna Towers Senior Apartments sits in Smyrna, GA, quietly tucked away in a grove of oak trees, far from the main roads, with 150 midrise apartment homes set up for people who want a safe and peaceful place as they get older, and many come here because of the affordable Section 8 (202) rental assistance where rent depends on income, usually about 30% of what people get monthly, helping very low-income seniors, often requiring new residents to be at least 62 years old when they move in. This building started in 1979 but is kept up well, with a focus on residents' comfort, having one-bedroom apartments where all utilities are included, private off-street parking, accessible elevators, and security features like controlled access, surveillance cameras, and a professional on-site staff that handles maintenance needs right away, any time, day or night. The Department of Social Services in Georgia regulates Smyrna Towers, and the staff provides several types of support, with licensed assisted living for up to 6 residents, memory care for those with cognitive problems, help for daily activities like bathing and dressing, and short-term respite or hospice care when needed, with friendly staff always around to assist with grooming or bathroom needs, plus arrangements for snacks and meals made to fit special diets for people with high blood pressure or diabetes.
The amenity list is long here, including planned activities, movie nights, music and art programs, board games, a resident shuffleboard tournament, fitness center with new equipment, steam room, hot tub, library with a book room, a hairdressing parlor with mobile barbers, outdoor spaces with gardens and a quiet patio with a gazebo, and a community room for social events, all encouraging residents to meet, relax, and enjoy life alongside others. Residents can also use scheduled transportation for doctor's visits, shopping, or religious services, and there's plenty of guest parking when family drops by. For safety, the building has fire alarms and smoke detectors, all apartments are non-smoking, and units are made for people who need better accessibility. The service coordinator runs events, entertainment, music and pet therapy, exercise schedules, and outings that keep everybody busy and connected, and the facility's won awards for making programs that help people feel social, active, and supported, with a kind and helpful atmosphere built over the years. Residents enjoy nutritious meals, on-site laundry, and can always find mental health, pharmacy, or eye specialist services nearby, being close to Emory University Hospital and local parks, fishing spots, shops, and restaurants. Those who want to live independently will find the environment supports that with hassle-free routines, while others who need help can get it, and everyone benefits from a community where people look out for each other and can age in place without worry. For those interested in moving in, the building requires a government-issued ID, Social Security Card, income proof, bank statements, references, and background or credit checks, with more details about floor plans and payment available if you reach out. Smyrna Towers offers a modest but comfortable lifestyle with extras designed for people who want a supportive and social place to call home as they get older.
