American House Bristol
Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Bristol, TN

American House Bristol

Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Bristol, TN

Overview of American House Bristol

Located in Bristol, TN, American House Bristol is a remarkable senior living community that offers assisted living, memory care, and respite stays. The community offers a warm and welcoming environment with well-appointed apartments and a dedicated team that provides personalized care for each resident. Residents’ lives are enhanced with mindful programs and an array of enrichment activities.

Residents enjoy added assistance with services like housekeeping, laundry, medication reminders, physical therapy, assistance with the activities of daily living and more. Three chef-prepared meals and dining assistance are provided to ensure residents enjoy a comfortable and filling dining experience. Amenities include an arts and crafts studio, postal services, a well-curated library, secure walking paths and gardens, courtyard, patios and seating areas, and inviting common areas for social interaction and relaxation.

Capacity and availability

Residents per day
78
Bed community size
99-bed community Rank #150 / 425Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 150th 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.
Years in operation
27 years in operation Rank #191 / 386Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 191st out of 386 homes we track 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.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 longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 17 / 100 Rank #402 / 520Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 402nd 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.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
79%
Rank #119 / 268Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 119th out of 268 homes we track in Tennessee for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Tennessee average, with its Statewide rank out of 268. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.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.
Higher than the Tennessee average: 71.6%
Occupied beds
78 / 99
Average occupied beds in Tennessee homes 82 beds

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Care Living Facility
IssuanceMarch 2, 1999
CountySullivan
License Number00000119

Ownership & Operating Entity

American House Bristol is legally operated by Ec Opco Bristol, LLC, and administered by Anita R. Plaster.

Safety & Compliance

Wheelchair Accessible
Emergency SystemsYes
Safety Features24-hour staffing and emergency response.

Therapy & Rehabilitation

2 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Nursing Services
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Policies & Features

HousekeepingYes
Linen ServiceYes

Amenities & Lifestyle

Activities
Religious Services

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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 2018 · 8 years of data These figures come from state-published and/or federal inspection records. The period covered can vary depending on document availability. 3 citations 3 inspections

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 2018 vs. Tennessee state average
Overall vs. TN average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 1 Better Metrics better than Tennessee average:
• Total citations (25% below)

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. 34 This facility has 25% fewer total citations than a typical Tennessee assisted living residence (3 vs. TN avg 4).↓ 25% 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 inspections conducted at this facility. 32 This facility has had 50% more total inspections than the Tennessee average (3 vs. TN avg 2). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 50% more

Residents information

Stay stats

Average length of stay
444 days
Total residents
82
Total admissions (2024)
54
Total discharges (2024)
48

Discharges

  • To hospital 4
  • To Private Residence or Home 7

Demographics

GENDER

  • Female Residents 75.6%
  • Male Residents 24.4%

AGE DISTRIBUTION

  • Under 60 2.4%
  • 60-64 1.2%
  • 65-69 3.7%
  • 70-74 8.5%
  • 75-79 3.7%
  • 80-84 25.6%
  • 85-89 34.1%
  • 90 or more 20.7%

ETHNICITY

  • White Residents 100%

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Pets Allowed

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Building Type: Single-story

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Address 3.8 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Bristol's city center to American House Bristol's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Compare Assisted Living around Athens

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. 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.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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.
Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
Typical or reported average length of stay for residents, when the state publishes this aggregate figure.
Percentage of residents reported as male in state demographics, shown as a whole-number percent.
Percentage of residents reported as female in state demographics, shown as a whole-number percent.
American House Bristol
AL
MC
RC
Bristol
99
Facility 99
TN AVG 88
Rank #150 / 425
Yes
17
Facility 17
TN AVG 36
Rank #402 / 520
-
27
Facility 27
TN AVG 27
Rank #191 / 386
78.8% -Anita R. PlasterEc Opco Bristol, LLC
444 days
Facility 444 days
TN AVG 459
Rank #91 / 182
8224.4%75.6%2.4%1.2%3.7%8.5%3.7%25.6%34.1%20.7%-100%
Dominion Senior Living of Athens
AL
MC
Athens
86
Facility 86
TN AVG 88
Rank #193 / 425
No
16
Facility 16
TN AVG 36
Rank #409 / 520
-
12
Facility 12
TN AVG 27
Rank #328 / 386
72.1% -Larry GriffinDominion Athens LLC
470 days
Facility 470 days
TN AVG 459
Rank #87 / 182
5836.2%63.8%0%0%0%6.9%6.9%32.8%19%34.5%-100%
Morning Pointe of Athens Assisted Living
AL
MC
Athens (Bohannon Addition)
56
Facility 56
TN AVG 88
Rank #316 / 425
Yes
18
Facility 18
TN AVG 36
Rank #394 / 520
Studio / Alcove / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
27
Facility 27
TN AVG 27
Rank #191 / 386
-A+Crystal Michelle SuttonAthens Senior Community, LLC
662 days
Facility 662 days
TN AVG 459
Rank #40 / 182
6830.9%69.1%1.5%0%1.5%4.4%17.6%16.2%25%33.8%1.5%98.5%

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Tennessee

American House Bristol is located in Bristol, 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 American House Bristol

Who is the owner of American House Bristol?

American House Bristol is legally operated by Ec Opco Bristol, LLC, and administered by Anita R. Plaster.

Is American House Bristol in a walkable area?

American House Bristol has a walk score of 17. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

What is the license number of American House Bristol?

According to TN state health department records, American House Bristol's license number is 00000119.

What is the occupancy rate at American House Bristol?

American House Bristol's occupancy is 79%.

How long has American House Bristol been in business?

American House Bristol has been operating for approximately 27 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Does American House Bristol have different floorplan options?

Yes — see the floorplan options available at American House Bristol on this page.

Are pets allowed at American House Bristol?

Yes, American House Bristol allows residents to bring their pets.

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