Shelby Gardens of Cordova
Assisted Living, Memory Care, Nursing Care & Respite Care · Cordova, TN
Shelby Gardens of Cordova
Assisted Living, Memory Care, Nursing Care & Respite Care · Cordova, TN
Live a more fulfilling lifestyle with Shelby Gardens of Cordova, a reliable senior living community in Shelby County, Cordova, TN, offering assisted living and memory care. The community invites residents into attractively designed accommodations built to provide a warm, private and homelike environment. Residents here are able to maintain their independence while benefiting from various supportive services, including assistance with activities of daily living, personal care, and medication management.
In addition to round-the-clock care provided by licensed medical professionals, the community also warrants a nurturing environment through various enriching services and amenities. Vibrant interactions are fostered by a 24/7 activities calendar, live entertainment, and programs. An experienced culinary team guarantees fresh, delicious, and nutritious meals catered to residents’ nutritional needs and preferences. With its comprehensive services, compassionate care team, and convenient amenities, residents here are sure to live a fulfilling lifestyle.
88-bed community Rank #186 / 425Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 186th out of 425 homes we track in Tennessee for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Tennessee facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Tennessee that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Walk Score: 29 / 100 Rank #317 / 520Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 317th out of 520 homes we track in Tennessee for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Tennessee facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Tennessee that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
About this community
Facility TypeAssisted Care Living Facility
ExpirationDecember 8, 2026
CountyShelby
License Number00000026
Shelby Gardens of Cordova is legally operated by Shelby Gardens LLC, and administered by Jordie Montgomery.
Inspection History
In Tennessee, the Department of Health, Division of Health Care Facilities performs unannounced inspections and investigations to ensure facilities provide high-quality resident care.
Inspection Scorecard
This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, 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.
Overall vs. TN average
0 Worse
No metrics in this bucket.
1 Better
Metrics better than Tennessee average:
• Total citations (40% below)
• Total citations (40% below)
Citations
| This Facility | TN Average | vs. TN Avg |
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Total citations
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 3 | 5 | This facility has 40% fewer total citations than a typical Tennessee assisted living residence (3 vs. TN avg 5).↓ 40% better |
Residents information
Stay stats
Average length of stay
52 days
Total residents
57
Total admissions (2024)
16
Total discharges (2024)
8
Discharges
- To hospital 2
- To Private Residence or Home 2
Demographics
GENDER
- Female Residents 64.9%
- Male Residents 35.1%
AGE DISTRIBUTION
- 65-69 3.5%
- 70-74 17.5%
- 75-79 15.8%
- 80-84 14%
- 85-89 15.8%
- 90 or more 33.3%
ETHNICITY
What does this home offer?
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed
Building Type: Single-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Over 17 years of experience
Jordie Montgomery brings over 17 years of senior living experience to Shelby Gardens of Cordova as Executive Director. He holds a B.A. in Clinical Counseling Psychology and is a Licensed Nursing Home Administrator. Jordie has a strong background in regulatory compliance, memory care, and long-term care, having previously served as Administrator at Majestic Gardens of Memphis. He is committed to delivering high-quality, compassionate care to residents.
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3.1 miles from city center
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Info below is compiled from the TN Dept. of Health (TDH), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.
Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.
Care Types in This Table
AL (Assisted Living):
Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing.
NH (Nursing Home):
24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs.
MC (Memory Care):
Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia.
RC (Respite Care):
Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break.
IL (Independent Living):
Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
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Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
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Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
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Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
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Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
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Number of years the company has been in operation.
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Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
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Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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A named contact for the facility. Hover the name to see their role — Administrator (state administrator of record or facility-provided administrator), Nursing Director, Medical Director, or Staff. The most authoritative available is shown.
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Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
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Typical or reported average length of stay for residents, when the state publishes this aggregate figure.
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Percentage of residents reported as male in state demographics, shown as a whole-number percent.
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Percentage of residents reported as female in state demographics, shown as a whole-number percent.
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| Shelby Gardens of Cordova | AL MC NH RC | Cordova | 88
Facility
88
TN AVG
88
Rank
#186 / 425 | No |
29
Facility
29
TN AVG
36
Rank
#317 / 520 | Studio / 1 Bed | - | - | - | Jordie Montgomery | Shelby Gardens LLC | 52 days
Facility
52 days
TN AVG
459
Rank
#171 / 182 | 57 | 35.1% | 64.9% | 0% | 3.5% | 17.5% | 15.8% | 14% | 15.8% | 33.3% | 10.5% | 87.7% | 1.8% |
| Heritage at Irene Woods | AL IL MC | Collierville (Lakes Of Forest Hill) | 60
Facility
60
TN AVG
88
Rank
#289 / 425 | Yes |
14
Facility
14
TN AVG
36
Rank
#425 / 520 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 14
Facility
14
TN AVG
27
Rank
#314 / 386 |
91.7%
Facility
91.7%
TN AVG
73.1%
Rank
#40 / 268 | A+ | Sam Notowich | Irene Woods Senior Living, L.l.c | 796 days
Facility
796 days
TN AVG
459
Rank
#10 / 182 | 78 | 24.4% | 75.6% | 1.3% | 0% | 1.3% | 7.7% | 26.9% | 25.6% | 37.2% | 2.6% | 97.4% | - |
| Opus East Memphis | AL IL MC | Memphis (Audubon Park) | - | Yes |
21
Facility
21
TN AVG
36
Rank
#373 / 520 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 2
Facility
2
TN AVG
27
Rank
#381 / 386 | - | A+ | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Tennessee
Shelby Gardens of Cordova is located in Cordova, Tennessee.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Shelby Gardens of Cordova
Who is the owner of Shelby Gardens of Cordova?
Shelby Gardens of Cordova is legally operated by Shelby Gardens LLC, and administered by Jordie Montgomery.
Is Shelby Gardens of Cordova in a walkable area?
Shelby Gardens of Cordova has a walk score of 29. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
What is the license number of Shelby Gardens of Cordova?
According to TN state health department records, Shelby Gardens of Cordova's license number is 00000026.
When does Shelby Gardens of Cordova's license expire?
According to TN state health department records, Shelby Gardens of Cordova's license expires on December 8, 2026.
Are pets allowed at Shelby Gardens of Cordova?
No, Shelby Gardens of Cordova has a no-pet policy.
Who is the administrator of Shelby Gardens of Cordova?
Jordie Montgomery is the administrator of Shelby Gardens of Cordova.
How many beds does Shelby Gardens of Cordova have?
Shelby Gardens of Cordova has 88 beds.
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