Rita’s Care at Home
Home Care & Respite Care · Nashville, TN

Rita’s Care at Home

Home Care & Respite Care · Nashville, TN

Overview of Rita’s Care at Home

Rita’s Care at Home provides home care and respite care in Nashville, TN. Home care offers nonmedical help with bathing, dressing, transfers, walking, toileting, medication reminders, meal preparation, changing bed linens, light housekeeping, and laundry. Support can take place in a client’s home or another setting, including hospitals and assisted living facilities, so care can continue when the client’s surroundings change.

Respite care provides short term support for a family caregiver who needs temporary help. The family owned agency opened in 2009 and serves the Green Hills neighborhood. Concierge Care is the agency’s signature program. With a Walk Score of 77 out of 100, the area is very walkable, and most errands can be handled on foot by a client who is able to walk independently and wants to manage everyday errands without a car. Rita’s Care at Home may be a good fit for someone who needs personal care and household assistance while receiving support in a familiar setting.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Walk Score Info Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
77 / 100

About this community

Certifications & Programs

fully insured

License Details

State License Typeslicensed by the state of Tennessee

Safety & Compliance

Safety Featurescriminal background check, abuse registry check, drug screen

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Services

1 service
Home Care

Amenities & Lifestyle

Branded ProgramsConcierge Care
Specific ProgramsPersonal Assistance, Transfers and Walking Assistance, Toileting Assistance, Medication Reminders, Meal Preparation, Bed Linen Changing, Light Housekeeping, Laundry, Errands and Shopping, Transportation, Alzheimer’s Care, Companionship, Watchful Oversight, Pet Care
Operating Hours24 Hours A Day, 7 Days A Week

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Managed by Rita Huffer

Owner/Operator with Administrator’s License

Over 25 years of experience

Rita Huffer is the owner and operator of Rita’s Care at Home LLC. With over 25 years in long-term care, she holds an administrator’s license and has managed assisted living communities. Rita is dedicated to helping seniors maintain independence by providing personalized in-home care that respects each client’s unique needs and preferences.

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Financial Assistance for
Home Care in Tennessee

Rita’s Care at Home is located in Nashville, 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 Rita’s Care at Home

What neighborhood is Rita’s Care at Home in?

Rita’s Care at Home is in the Green Hills neighborhood of Nashville.

Is Rita’s Care at Home in a walkable area?

Rita’s Care at Home has a walk score of 77. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

Are pets allowed at Rita’s Care at Home?

No, Rita’s Care at Home has a no-pet policy.

Are there photos of Rita’s Care at Home?

Yes — there are 3 photos of Rita’s Care at Home in the photo gallery on this page.

What levels of care does Rita’s Care at Home provide?

Rita’s Care at Home offers Home Care & Respite Care.

What is the address of Rita’s Care at Home?

Rita’s Care at Home is located at 2021 Richard Jones Rd Suite 110, Nashville, TN 37215.

What is the phone number of Rita’s Care at Home?

(615) 298-3826 will put you in contact with the team at Rita’s Care at Home.

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