Abe’s Garden Community
Assisted Living, Home Care, Hospice Care, Independent Living & Memory Care · Nashville, TN

Abe’s Garden Community

Assisted Living, Home Care, Hospice Care, Independent Living & Memory Care · Nashville, TN

Overview of Abe’s Garden Community

Find the care you need at ​​Abe’s Garden Community, an exceptional community in Nashville, TN, offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Committed to improving residents’ well-being, a kind and highly skilled team provides the highest quality of care tailored to their unique needs 24/7. Beautifully furnished and cozy accommodations are also provided in a vibrant and nurturing environment, so residents can feel at ease during their stay.

To improve residents’ cognition and wellness, stimulating programs and engaging activities are conducted based on their interests and capabilities. Mealtimes foster comfort and satisfy dietary needs with delicious and healthy dining options. 24-hour emergency systems and alert pendants are provided for residents’ safety. Residents will surely have a blissful retirement with the community’s top-notch services and state-of-the-art amenities.

Bed community size
64-bed community Rank #277 / 426Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 277th out of 426 homes in Tennessee. 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.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 moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Years in operation
17 years in operation Rank #292 / 385Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 292nd out of 385 homes in Tennessee. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Tennessee facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.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 community with a solid operating history and experience delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 26 / 100 Rank #341 / 553Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 341st out of 553 homes in Tennessee. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Tennessee facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.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.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
95%
Rank #28 / 319Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 28th out of 319 homes in Tennessee. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Tennessee average, with its Statewide rank out of 319. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.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.
Higher than the Tennessee average: 71.6%
Occupied beds
61 / 64
Average occupied beds in Tennessee homes 82 beds

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Care Living Facility
ExpirationAugust 14, 2026
CountyDavidson
License Number00000353

Ownership & Operating Entity

Abe’s Garden Community is legally operated by Abe's Garden Community, and administered by Christopher Coelho.

Staffing

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

Leadership

ContactMrs. Susannah Dwyer, CEO (per BBB, record updated May 2026)

Amenities & Lifestyle

Specific ProgramsAbe's Garden at Home, Abe's Garden Club, Abe’s Garden Community Group (AGCG)

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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 2023 · 3 years of data 2 citations 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 2023 vs. Tennessee state average
Overall vs. TN average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 1 At Avg Metrics at Tennessee average:
• Citations per inspection (at TN avg)
2 Better Metrics better than Tennessee average:
• Total citations (50% below)
• Citations per year (46% below)
Latest Inspection May 31, 2023 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. 24 This facility has 50% fewer total citations than a typical Tennessee assisted living residence (2 vs. TN avg 4).↓ 50% better
Citations per year Info Average citations per year since 2023. 0.71.3 This facility has 46% fewer citations per year than a typical Tennessee assisted living residence (0.7 vs. TN avg 1.3).↓ 46% better
Citations per inspection Info Average citations per inspection. 22 This facility has citations per inspection in line with the Tennessee average (2 vs. TN avg 2).— At avg

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
163 days
Total residents
57
Total admissions (2024)
27
Total discharges (2024)
32

Discharges

  • To Private Residence or Home 1
  • To Nursing Home 6

Demographics

GENDER

  • Female Residents 70.2%
  • Male Residents 29.8%

AGE DISTRIBUTION

  • 60-64 1.8%
  • 65-69 3.5%
  • 70-74 8.8%
  • 75-79 21.1%
  • 80-84 36.8%
  • 85-89 10.5%
  • 90 or more 17.5%

ETHNICITY

  • White Residents 100%

What does this home offer?

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: Mid-rise

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Beauty Services

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Transportation Services

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Housekeeping Services

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Social and Recreational Activities

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Exercise Programs

Managed by Chris Coelho

Chief Operating Officer

Chris Coelho, Chief Operating Officer at Abe’s Garden Community, oversees daily operations and leads continuous quality improvement initiatives. He has extensive experience in senior living, having worked in all areas of a community as part of his administrator licensure process. Chris holds a master’s degree in Management of Healthcare from Vanderbilt University and has contributed to research and quality improvement in long-term care and assisted living.

Places of interest near Abe’s Garden Community

Address 4.6 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Nashville's city center to Abe’s Garden Community's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Compare Assisted Living around Davidson County

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

Mary, Queen of Angels Assisted
AL
MC
Nashville (Lions Head Condos)
130
Facility 130
TN AVG 88
Rank #56 / 426
No
54
Facility 54
TN AVG 34
Rank #99 / 553
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
24
Facility 24
TN AVG 27
Rank #257 / 385
52.3%
Facility 52.3%
TN AVG 74.1%
Rank #192 / 224
A+Lyndsey GowerMary, Queen Of Angels, Inc
811 days
Facility 811 days
TN AVG 460
Rank #9 / 185
9231.5%68.5%1.1%1.1%2.2%3.3%13%20.7%26.1%32.6%91.3%8.7%
The Waterford in Hermitage
AL
IL
MC
RC
Hermitage
99
Facility 99
TN AVG 88
Rank #150 / 426
No
4
Facility 4
TN AVG 34
Rank #488 / 553
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Abe’s Garden Community
AL
HC
HOS
IL
MC
Nashville
64
Facility 64
TN AVG 88
Rank #277 / 426
No
26
Facility 26
TN AVG 34
Rank #341 / 553
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
17
Facility 17
TN AVG 27
Rank #292 / 385
95.3%
Facility 95.3%
TN AVG 74.1%
Rank #20 / 224
A+Christopher CoelhoAbe's Garden Community
163 days
Facility 163 days
TN AVG 460
Rank #157 / 185
5729.8%70.2%0%1.8%3.5%8.8%21.1%36.8%10.5%17.5%100%-

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Tennessee

Abe’s Garden Community 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 Abe’s Garden Community

Is Abe’s Garden Community in a walkable area?

Abe’s Garden Community has a walk score of 26. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the license number of Abe’s Garden Community?

According to TN state health department records, Abe’s Garden Community's license number is 00000353.

When does Abe’s Garden Community's license expire?

According to TN state health department records, Abe’s Garden Community's license expires on August 14, 2026.

What is the occupancy rate at Abe’s Garden Community?

Abe’s Garden Community's occupancy is 95%.

Who is the administrator of Abe’s Garden Community?

Christopher Coelho is the administrator of Abe’s Garden Community.

How many beds does Abe’s Garden Community have?

Abe’s Garden Community has 64 beds.

Are there photos of Abe’s Garden Community?

Yes — there are 8 photos of Abe’s Garden Community in the photo gallery on this page.

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