Dogwood Bend
Assisted Living, Adult Day Care, Hospice Care & Respite Care · Clarksville, TN

Dogwood Bend

Assisted Living, Adult Day Care, Hospice Care & Respite Care · Clarksville, TN

Overview of Dogwood Bend

Affiliated with Americare Senior Living, Dogwood Bend is a single-story assisted living community on Hillcrest Drive in Clarksville, Tennessee, about 3.7 miles from the city centre. The community operated by Clarksville Residential, LLC, also provides adult day care, hospice care, and respite care, giving families several care options in one location.

The 50-bed community has served residents for 30 years. Studio apartments measure about 243 square feet. Residents stay an average of around 502 days. In this community, many people make a longer-term home rather than staying only for short-term care.

Residents enjoy chef-prepared meals, weekly housekeeping, laundry services, and fitness activities supported by on-site gym equipment. Every private apartment includes an emergency call system. Transportation services help residents get to appointments and errands without depending on family. The community also welcomes pets, allowing residents to keep a companion animal.

The neighbourhood has a Walk Score of 47, which is somewhat walkable. A few nearby places can be reached on foot, but most errands and outings require a car. Families planning regular visits may want to keep this in mind.

Bed community size
50-bed community
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Years in operation
30 years in operation
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 47 / 100
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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About this community

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Care Living Facility
IssuanceJanuary 7, 1998
ExpirationAugust 29, 2026
CountyMontgomery
License Number00000032

Ownership & Operating Entity

Dogwood Bend is legally operated by Clarksville Residential, LLC, and administered by Heather Hea.

Staffing

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

Leadership

ContactMs. Angela Music, Administrator (per BBB, record updated May 2026)

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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 2019 · 7 years of data 1 citation 1 inspection

Inspection Scorecard Info 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.

Since 2019 vs. Tennessee state average
Overall vs. TN average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 3 Better Metrics better than Tennessee average:
• Total citations (75% below)
• Citations per year (83% below)
• Citations per inspection (50% below)
Latest Inspection January 1, 2019 Enforcement

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

This FacilityTN Averagevs. TN Avg
Total citations Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 14 This facility has 75% fewer total citations than a typical Tennessee assisted living residence (1 vs. TN avg 4).↓ 75% better
Citations per year Info Average citations per year since 2019. 0.10.6 This facility has 83% fewer citations per year than a typical Tennessee assisted living residence (0.1 vs. TN avg 0.6).↓ 83% better
Citations per inspection Info Average citations per inspection. 12 This facility has 50% fewer citations per inspection than a typical Tennessee assisted living residence (1 vs. TN avg 2).↓ 50% better

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

This FacilityTN Averagevs. TN Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations. 12 This facility has had 50% fewer total inspections than the Tennessee average (1 vs. TN avg 2). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 50% fewer

Residents information

Stay stats

Average length of stay
502 days
Total residents
37
Total admissions (2024)
19
Total discharges (2024)
15

Discharges

  • To hospital 6
  • To Private Residence or Home 3

Demographics

GENDER

  • Female Residents 78.4%
  • Male Residents 21.6%

AGE DISTRIBUTION

  • Under 60 5.4%
  • 60-64 10.8%
  • 70-74 13.5%
  • 75-79 21.6%
  • 80-84 16.2%
  • 85-89 29.7%
  • 90 or more 2.7%

ETHNICITY

  • Black Residents 5.4%
  • White Residents 94.6%

What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Room Sizes: 243 sq. ft.

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Housing Options: Studio

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Building Type: Single-story

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Transportation Services

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Fitness and Recreation

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Address 3.7 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Clarksville's city center to Dogwood Bend's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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The information below is reported by the Tennessee Department of Health, Division of Health Care Facilities.

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Dogwood Bend
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Clarksville (Evergreen Estates)50Yes 47 Studio30-A+Heather HeaClarksville Residential, LLC
502 days
Facility 502 days
TN AVG 460
Rank #84 / 185
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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Tennessee

Dogwood Bend is located in Clarksville, Tennessee.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in 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.
TN

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 Dogwood Bend

What neighborhood is Dogwood Bend in?

Dogwood Bend is in the Evergreen Estates neighborhood of Clarksville.

Who is the owner of Dogwood Bend?

Dogwood Bend is legally operated by Clarksville Residential, LLC, and administered by Heather Hea.

Is Dogwood Bend in a walkable area?

Dogwood Bend has a walk score of 47. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the license number of Dogwood Bend?

According to TN state health department records, Dogwood Bend's license number is 00000032.

When does Dogwood Bend's license expire?

According to TN state health department records, Dogwood Bend's license expires on August 29, 2026.

Who is the administrator of Dogwood Bend?

Heather Hea is the administrator of Dogwood Bend.

How many beds does Dogwood Bend have?

Dogwood Bend has 50 beds.

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