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American House Shallowford
Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Chattanooga, TN
American House Shallowford
Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Chattanooga, TN
American House Shallowford is the premier assisted living and memory care home with the opportunity to live independently. The senior living community in Chattanooga is described as a flexible community that will adjust to the needs and wants of its residents. The residence’s environment focuses on comfort and comprehensive care to help seniors do more and be more as they continue to live life to the fullest. American House ensures residents can grow and live purposeful lives during their golden years.
Community amenities and services help make the lives of its residents hassle-free, such as 24-hour licensed supervision, balanced meals provided, engaging activities scheduled, and a full-service salon available. Assisted living and memory care residents each receive specific care in terms of helping with daily living and memory care– that is, assistance with bathing, grooming, dressing, medication management, and activities for physical and mental stimulation activities.
113-bed community Rank #115 / 425Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 115th 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: 38 / 100 Rank #248 / 520Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 248th 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
IssuanceSeptember 28, 1999
ExpirationSeptember 11, 2026
CountyHamilton
License Number00000063
American House Shallowford is legally operated by EC Opco Shallowford, LLC, and administered by Tommie Westfield.
Wheelchair Accessible
Emergency SystemsYes
Safety Features24-hour staffing and emergency response
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Nursing Services
24-Hour Staffing
HousekeepingYes
Linen ServiceYes
ActivitiesDaily activities, community gardens, and scheduled outings and events
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 2017 · 9 years of data
1 citation
2 inspections
Inspection Scorecard
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 2017 vs. Tennessee state average
Overall vs. TN average
0 Worse
No metrics in this bucket.
1 Better
Metrics better than Tennessee average:
• Total citations (75% below)
• Total citations (75% below)
Citations
| This Facility | TN Average | vs. TN Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total citations
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 1 | 4 | This facility has 75% fewer total citations than a typical Tennessee assisted living residence (1 vs. TN avg 4).↓ 75% better |
Inspections
| This Facility | TN Average | vs. TN Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total inspections
Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility.
| 2 | 2 | This facility has total inspections in line with the Tennessee average (2 vs. TN avg 2).— At avg |
Residents information
Stay stats
Average length of stay
340 days
Total residents
64
Total admissions (2024)
44
Total discharges (2024)
41
Discharges
- To hospital 9
- To Private Residence or Home 3
Demographics
GENDER
- Female Residents 67.2%
- Male Residents 32.8%
AGE DISTRIBUTION
- 60-64 1.6%
- 70-74 18.8%
- 75-79 23.4%
- 80-84 15.6%
- 85-89 18.8%
- 90 or more 21.9%
ETHNICITY
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Building Type: Single-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Living Spaces & Floor Plans for American House Shallowford
Places of interest near American House Shallowford
8.7 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Chattanooga's city center to American House Shallowford's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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Compare Assisted Living around Chattanooga
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.
| The Health Center at Standifer Place | AL ADC HC HOS IL MC NH SNF | Chattanooga (Walker Road) | 125
Facility
125
TN AVG
88
Rank
#67 / 425 | No |
38
Facility
38
TN AVG
36
Rank
#248 / 520 | - | 34
Facility
34
TN AVG
27
Rank
#48 / 386 | 33.6% | A+ | David Boozer | Maturecare Of Standifer Place, LLC | 4 days
Facility
4 days
TN AVG
459
Rank
#181 / 182 | 129 | 27.9% | 72.1% | 1.6% | 3.1% | 7.8% | 10.9% | 27.9% | 14.7% | 34.1% | 2.3% | 96.1% | 1.6% |
| American House Shallowford | AL IL MC RC | Chattanooga | 113
Facility
113
TN AVG
88
Rank
#115 / 425 | Yes |
38
Facility
38
TN AVG
36
Rank
#248 / 520 | - | 26
Facility
26
TN AVG
27
Rank
#232 / 386 | - | - | Tommie Westfield | Ec Opco Shallowford, LLC | 340 days
Facility
340 days
TN AVG
459
Rank
#122 / 182 | 64 | 32.8% | 67.2% | 1.6% | 0% | 18.8% | 23.4% | 15.6% | 18.8% | 21.9% | 10.9% | 87.5% | 1.6% |
| Morning Pointe of East Hamilton | AL MC | Ooltewah (Collegedale) | 81
Facility
81
TN AVG
88
Rank
#204 / 425 | Yes |
26
Facility
26
TN AVG
36
Rank
#342 / 520 | Studio / Alcove / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 22
Facility
22
TN AVG
27
Rank
#272 / 386 | 86.4% | A+ | Ian Shives | East Hamilton Medical Investors, LLC | 412 days
Facility
412 days
TN AVG
459
Rank
#100 / 182 | 118 | 69.5% | 30.5% | 0% | 1.7% | 2.5% | 11% | 30.5% | 32.2% | 22% | - | 100% | - |
| Morning Pointe of Hixson | AL MC | Hixson | 80
Facility
80
TN AVG
88
Rank
#207 / 425 | Yes |
19
Facility
19
TN AVG
36
Rank
#386 / 520 | Studio / Suite / Alcove / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 22
Facility
22
TN AVG
27
Rank
#272 / 386 | 100.0% | - | Robin Jackson | Hixson Medical Investors, LLC | 743 days
Facility
743 days
TN AVG
459
Rank
#15 / 182 | 108 | 31.5% | 68.5% | 0% | 1.9% | 2.8% | 7.4% | 7.4% | 32.4% | 48.1% | - | 100% | - |
| Brookdale Hixson | AL | Chattanooga (Hixson) | 50
Facility
50
TN AVG
88
Rank
#340 / 425 | Yes |
16
Facility
16
TN AVG
36
Rank
#409 / 520 | Studio / 1 Bed | 17
Facility
17
TN AVG
27
Rank
#296 / 386 | 98.0% | - | Angela Hampton | Blc Wellington-Hixson, LLC | 921 days
Facility
921 days
TN AVG
459
Rank
#6 / 182 | 69 | 20.3% | 79.7% | 0% | 1.4% | 7.2% | 14.5% | 33.3% | 13% | 30.4% | - | 100% | - |
Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Tennessee
American House Shallowford is located in Chattanooga, Tennessee.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Tennessee.
Frequently Asked Questions about American House Shallowford
Who is the owner of American House Shallowford?
American House Shallowford is legally operated by EC Opco Shallowford, LLC, and administered by Tommie Westfield.
Is American House Shallowford in a walkable area?
American House Shallowford has a walk score of 38. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
What is the license number of American House Shallowford?
According to TN state health department records, American House Shallowford's license number is 00000063.
When does American House Shallowford's license expire?
According to TN state health department records, American House Shallowford's license expires on September 11, 2026.
How long has American House Shallowford been in business?
American House Shallowford has been operating for approximately 26 years, based on available licensing and registration records.
Does American House Shallowford have different floorplan options?
Yes — see the floorplan options available at American House Shallowford on this page.
Are pets allowed at American House Shallowford?
Yes, American House Shallowford allows residents to bring their pets.
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