Thrive at Brow Wood
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Lookout Mountain, GA

Thrive at Brow Wood

Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Lookout Mountain, GA

Overview of Thrive at Brow Wood

Discover a world class living environment at Thrive at Brow Wood, a unique senior living community in Lookout Mountain, GA, offering a range of living options, including independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Residents thrive in neatly designed suites with open spaces and plenty of natural light for a neat and comfortable living space. The community provides ease of knowing that residents have access to every available level of care and support even as their needs change.

The community prioritizes building a solid foundation of trust and connection with residents, thoroughly understanding their pain points, and providing excellent solutions that help them live better lives. In addition to assistance with daily living activities and a certified memory care team, the community gives residents access to various healthcare services through its partnerships with reliable healthcare providers. Offering an array of interesting and engaging activities tailored to residents’ interests and strengths, the community fosters engagement and enrichment.

Bed community size
25-bed community Rank #602 / 664Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 602nd out of 664 homes in Georgia for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Georgia facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Georgia that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions.
Years in operation
10 years in operation Rank #248 / 671Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 248th out of 671 homes in Georgia for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Georgia facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Georgia that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A community with a solid operating history and experience delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 4 / 100 Rank #798 / 870Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 798th out of 870 homes in Georgia for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Georgia facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Georgia that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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About this community

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Community
IssuanceApril 21, 2016
CountyDade

Ownership & Operating Entity

Thrive at Brow Wood is administered by Tate Stewart.

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Leadership

ContactMrs. Carol Minninger, Executive Director (per BBB, record updated Jul 2026)

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Inspection History

In Tennessee, the Department of Community Health, Healthcare Facility Regulation Division conducts unannounced inspections to ensure facilities adhere to state health and safety requirements.

Since 2017 · 9 years of data 4 deficiencies 11 inspections

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Tennessee state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2017 vs. Tennessee state average
Overall vs. GA average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 2 Better Metrics better than Tennessee average:
• Total deficiencies (81% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (67% below)

Deficiencies Info Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityGA Averagevs. GA Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 421 This facility has 81% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Tennessee assisted living residence (4 vs. GA avg 21).↓ 81% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 0.41.2 This facility has 67% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Tennessee assisted living residence (0.4 vs. GA avg 1.2).↓ 67% better

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityGA Averagevs. GA Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility. 1117 This facility has had 35% fewer total inspections than the Tennessee average (11 vs. GA avg 17). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 35% fewer

Inspection Reports Summary Info An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

  • October 31, 2023 complaint investigation found no rule violations and closed with no deficiencies cited.
  • May 2, 2017 annual inspection cited three deficiencies including fingerprint records check failures for Director and staff, and missing resident tuberculosis physical documentation.
  • September 29, 2017 follow-up found the fingerprint records check deficiency for the onsite manager remained uncorrected from the May 2017 inspection.

What does this home offer?

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No pets allowed

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Housing Options: Suite

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Building Type: Single-story

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Places of interest near Thrive at Brow Wood

Address 2.7 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Lookout Mountain's city center to Thrive at Brow Wood's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Lookout Mountain (Chattanooga Valley)25No 4 Suite10-A+Tate Stewart---------------

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Tennessee

Thrive at Brow Wood is located in Lookout Mountain, Tennessee.
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CHOICES Program

TN Medicaid CHOICES

Age 65+ or disabled
General Tennessee resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
TN

Managed care model; high rural demand.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care ($65/day) Home modifications ($1,500 avg.)

Tennessee Options for Community Living

TN Options

Age 60+
General Tennessee resident, at risk of nursing home.
Income Limits ~$2,000/month individual, varies
Asset Limits $5,000 individual
TN

Limited funding; rural/urban balance.

Benefits
In-home care (3-5 hours/week) Respite (up to 10 days/year) Transportation (~5 trips/month)

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Tennessee Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General TN resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
TN

Three tiers; includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

Family Caregiver Support Program (FCSP)

Tennessee Family Caregiver Support Program

Age
General Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; TN resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).
Income Limits (2025) No strict cap; prioritizes low-income ~$24,980/year
Asset Limits Not assessed; need-based.
TN

Includes grandparent caregivers; high rural demand.

Benefits
Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year) Adult day care ($60/day) Training Supplies (~$500/year)

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Tennessee VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General TN resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth limit
TN

High veteran population; supports rural/urban care needs.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

Elderly Nutrition Program

Tennessee Elderly Nutrition Program

Age 60+
General TN resident; no income limit but prioritizes low-income.
Income Limits (2025) None; donations encouraged.
Asset Limits Not assessed.
TN

Serves ~50,000 annually; 200+ congregate sites plus Meals on Wheels.

Benefits
Congregate meals ($5-$7/meal value) at senior centers Home-delivered meals ($5-$7/meal)

Property Tax Relief Program

Tennessee Property Tax Relief Program

Age 65+
General TN resident, homeowner/renter (or widow/er 50+, disabled 18+).
Income Limits (2025) ~$45,000/year household, excludes half of Social Security
Asset Limits Not assessed; income-focused.
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Rebates up to $1,000; serves ~100,000 annually.

Benefits
Tax rebates (~$250-$1,000 based on income; e.g., $1,000 if income < $8,000)

Frequently Asked Questions about Thrive at Brow Wood

What neighborhood is Thrive at Brow Wood in?

Thrive at Brow Wood is in the Chattanooga Valley neighborhood of Lookout Mountain.

Is Thrive at Brow Wood in a walkable area?

Thrive at Brow Wood has a walk score of 4. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

How long has Thrive at Brow Wood been in business?

Thrive at Brow Wood has been operating for approximately 10 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Thrive at Brow Wood?

No, Thrive at Brow Wood has a no-pet policy.

Who is the administrator of Thrive at Brow Wood?

Tate Stewart is the administrator of Thrive at Brow Wood.

How many beds does Thrive at Brow Wood have?

Thrive at Brow Wood has 25 beds.

Are there photos of Thrive at Brow Wood?

Yes — there are 4 photos of Thrive at Brow Wood in the photo gallery on this page.

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