
Ave Maria Home Assisted Living
Nursing Home, Assisted Living, Hospice Care, Memory Care & Skilled Nursing · Bartlett, TN
Ave Maria Home Assisted Living
Nursing Home, Assisted Living, Hospice Care, Memory Care & Skilled Nursing · Bartlett, TN
Ave Maria Home Assisted Living is a nonprofit senior living community in Bartlett, Tennessee, that offers assisted living, memory care, rehabilitation, skilled nursing, and pastoral care. Operating since 2000, the community has more than 26 years of experience providing residential care and healthcare services within a faith-based environment. With a 101-bed capacity, the community serves older adults throughout the greater Memphis and Shelby County region.
Care options include assisted living support, long-term skilled nursing care, short-term rehabilitation, and specialized Alzheimer’s and dementia care through St. Luke’s Cottage, the community’s dedicated memory care program. Rehabilitation therapies, including physical, occupational, and speech therapy, are also available onsite. Pastoral care, religious programming, volunteer involvement, and family-centered care are also available.
Clinical staffing levels are a notable feature of the community, with licensed nurses and certified nursing assistants on-site. Additionally, publicly reported nurse staffing hours are substantially higher than the Tennessee state average, reflecting a stronger level of direct clinical support and supervision than many comparable communities. The community also accepts both Medicare and Medicaid, broadening access for residents with varying financial and healthcare coverage needs.
Amenities and support services include three daily meals served in private dining spaces, transportation for medical appointments and shopping, wellness monitoring, as well as shared activities and volunteer programs.
Regulatory records from the Tennessee Department of Health and CMS inspection data reflect a mixed compliance history over recent years. A total of 18 deficiencies have been recorded across multiple inspections. The most serious finding occurred during a March 2024 complaint investigation involving accident hazard supervision and resident safety, resulting in an immediate jeopardy citation, financial penalties, and a payment suspension.
Earlier inspections also identified concerns related to infection control, medication storage, care planning, food safety, resident rights, and assessment procedures. Reported corrective actions were implemented following these inspections. Additionally, the most recent standard inspection available was conducted in May 2025, which falls outside the usual inspection timeframe.
With a combination of faith-based programming, above-average nursing support, integrated memory care, and multi-level healthcare services, Ave Maria Home Assisted Living is a distinctive option within the Bartlett and Memphis senior living market. It is also a practical option for older adults with evolving medical or cognitive care needs who would benefit from remaining within one community over time, particularly families who value spiritual support alongside clinical care and rehabilitation services.
101-bed community Rank #139 / 425Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 139th out of 425 homes 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.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Tennessee 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 larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
26 years in operation Rank #232 / 386Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 232nd out of 386 homes in Tennessee for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Tennessee 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 Tennessee 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 longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score: 43 / 100 Rank #202 / 520Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 202nd out of 520 homes 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.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Tennessee 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.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
About this community
Facility TypeAssisted Care Living Facility
IssuanceMarch 2, 2000
License Number00000056
Ave Maria Home Assisted Living is administered by Caralena Lawrence.
Owner NameAve Maria Home
Accept Medicaid
Accept Medicare
Rehabilitation Services
Short-Term Rehab
Alzheimers/Memory Care
Long-Term Skilled Nursing Care
Skilled Rehabilitation
Pets not allowed
Admission CriteriaAdmission to Ave Maria is based on a waiting list and medical necessity.
Transportation
Salon
Wellness Center
Specific ProgramsPastoral Care
Religious Servicespastoral care available
Volunteer Programvolunteer opportunities available
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.
Since 2020 · 6 years of data
0 citations
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Frequently Asked Questions about Ave Maria Home Assisted Living
Who is the owner of Ave Maria Home Assisted Living?
Ave Maria Home Assisted Living is legally operated by Ave Maria Home, and administered by Caralena Lawrence.
Is Ave Maria Home Assisted Living in a walkable area?
Ave Maria Home Assisted Living has a walk score of 43. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
What is the license number of Ave Maria Home Assisted Living?
According to TN state health department records, Ave Maria Home Assisted Living's license number is 00000056.
How long has Ave Maria Home Assisted Living been in business?
Ave Maria Home Assisted Living has been operating for approximately 26 years, based on available licensing and registration records.
Are pets allowed at Ave Maria Home Assisted Living?
No, Ave Maria Home Assisted Living has a no-pet policy.
Who is the administrator of Ave Maria Home Assisted Living?
Caralena Lawrence is the administrator of Ave Maria Home Assisted Living.
How many beds does Ave Maria Home Assisted Living have?
Ave Maria Home Assisted Living has 101 beds.
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