Cades Center Assisted Living

Cades Center Assisted Living

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. 1 citation 2 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. 2 Better Metrics better than Tennessee average:
• Total citations (80% below)
• Citations per inspection (77% 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. 15 This facility has 80% fewer total citations than a typical Tennessee assisted living residence (1 vs. TN avg 5).↓ 80% better
Citations per inspection Info Average citations per inspection. 0.52.21 This facility has 77% fewer citations per inspection than a typical Tennessee assisted living residence (0.5 vs. TN avg 2.21).↓ 77% 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. 23 This facility has had 33% fewer total inspections than the Tennessee average (2 vs. TN avg 3). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 33% fewer

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Housing Options: Studio / Semi-Private Rooms

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Building Type: Single-story

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Address 2.7 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Jackson's city center to Cades Center Assisted Living's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Info below is compiled from the TN Dept. of Health (TDH), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

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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. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HC (Home Care): Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. ADC (Adult Day Care): Daytime supervision, health monitoring, and social activities for seniors who live at home.
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Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
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Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
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Typical or reported average length of stay for residents, when the state publishes this aggregate figure.
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Brookdale Jackson Oaks
AL
IL
MC
Jackson
75
Facility 75
TN AVG 88
Rank #227 / 425
Yes
52
Facility 52
TN AVG 36
Rank #114 / 520
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
17
Facility 17
TN AVG 27
Rank #297 / 386
41.3%
Facility 41.3%
TN AVG 73.1%
Rank #252 / 268
A+James Clinton HickersonBlc Jackson Oaks, LLC
373 days
Facility 373 days
TN AVG 459
Rank #112 / 182
6529.2%70.8%0%7.7%4.6%1.5%24.6%21.5%40%6.2%93.8%
Brookdale at Home® Jackson Oaks
AL
IL
MC
Jackson
75
Facility 75
TN AVG 88
Rank #227 / 425
Yes
52
Facility 52
TN AVG 36
Rank #114 / 520
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
17
Facility 17
TN AVG 27
Rank #297 / 386
41.3%
Facility 41.3%
TN AVG 73.1%
Rank #252 / 268
A+James Clinton HickersonBlc Jackson Oaks, LLC
373 days
Facility 373 days
TN AVG 459
Rank #112 / 182
6529.2%70.8%0%7.7%4.6%1.5%24.6%21.5%40%6.2%93.8%
Cades Center Assisted Living
AL
Jackson (Bemis)
48
Facility 48
TN AVG 88
Rank #363 / 425
No
17
Facility 17
TN AVG 36
Rank #402 / 520
Studio / Semi-Private Rooms
15
Facility 15
TN AVG 27
Rank #311 / 386
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Southern Oaks
AL
ADC
HOS
RC
Henderson
37
Facility 37
TN AVG 88
Rank #396 / 425
Yes
16
Facility 16
TN AVG 36
Rank #409 / 520
Studio / 1 Bed
25
Facility 25
TN AVG 27
Rank #249 / 386
59.5%
Facility 59.5%
TN AVG 73.1%
Rank #210 / 268
-Stephanie WatkinsHenderson Residential, LLC
668 days
Facility 668 days
TN AVG 459
Rank #34 / 182
2326.1%73.9%0%0%8.7%4.3%21.7%34.8%30.4%-100%
Dogwood Pointe Senior Living
AL
ADC
HC
HOS
MC
RC
Milan
36
Facility 36
TN AVG 88
Rank #398 / 425
Yes
12
Facility 12
TN AVG 36
Rank #438 / 520
Studio / 1 Bed
7
Facility 7
TN AVG 27
Rank #357 / 386
75.0%
Facility 75.0%
TN AVG 73.1%
Rank #143 / 268
-Bridgette BodifordMilan Residential LLC
1004 days
Facility 1004 days
TN AVG 459
Rank #4 / 182
4825%75%4.2%2.1%0%14.6%14.6%16.7%47.9%-100%

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Tennessee

Cades Center Assisted Living is located in Jackson, 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 Cades Center Assisted Living

What neighborhood is Cades Center Assisted Living in?

Cades Center Assisted Living is in the Bemis neighborhood of Jackson.

Who is the owner of Cades Center Assisted Living?

Cades Center Assisted Living is legally operated by Cades Center INC, and administered by Melinda Cathey.

Is Cades Center Assisted Living in a walkable area?

Cades Center Assisted Living has a walk score of 17. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

What is the license number of Cades Center Assisted Living?

According to TN state health department records, Cades Center Assisted Living's license number is 00000350.

How long has Cades Center Assisted Living been in business?

Cades Center Assisted Living has been operating for approximately 15 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Cades Center Assisted Living?

No, Cades Center Assisted Living has a no-pet policy.

Who is the administrator of Cades Center Assisted Living?

Melinda Cathey is the administrator of Cades Center Assisted Living.

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