Cedar Hills Retirement Center

Cedar Hills Retirement Center

Overview of Cedar Hills Retirement Center

Cedar Hills Retirement Center, also known as Cedar Hills Senior Living, is an assisted living community in Cookeville, Tennessee, that provides personal care. Operating continuously for more than 27 years, the 55-bed community is among the more established assisted living providers throughout Putnam County and the Upper Cumberland region.

Medication management, personal care, meals, housekeeping, and wellness support are among the support services provided. Three chef-prepared meals each day, social events, and comfortable shared living spaces are also available, along with 24-hour on-site nursing support. Overseen by the Tennessee Department of Health, Division of Health Care Facilities, the community has also completed the most recent inspection in February 2022.

Located near the center of Cookeville, the community benefits from convenient access to shopping, dining, healthcare providers, and regional medical resources, including nearby hospital systems associated with Tennessee Tech University and surrounding healthcare networks.

As a long-established assisted living community with stable operations, supportive services, and an active residential environment, Cedar Hills Retirement Center appeals to older adults in the Cookeville area.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions. 55 Rank #187 / 259Bed count — State benchmarkedThis assisted living community is ranked 187th out of 259 assisted living communities 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 compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Tennessee that reports data for that category. Assisted living 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.

Smaller home · May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Years of operating Info A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care. This is the number of years in operation under current management. Rank #71 / 228Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis assisted living community is ranked 71st out of 228 assisted living communities 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 compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Tennessee that reports data for that category. Assisted living 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.
27 years
Walk Score Info Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk. Rank #3 / 277Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis assisted living community is ranked 3rd out of 277 assisted living communities 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 compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Tennessee that reports data for that category. Assisted living 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.
79 / 100

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Care Living Facility
IssuanceSeptember 14, 1998
ExpirationSeptember 6, 2027
License Number00000082

Ownership & Operating Entity

Cedar Hills Retirement Center is administered by Megan Lee.

Owner NameGoodworks Unlimited LLC

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Nursing Services
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Policies & Features

Pets not allowed

Amenities & Lifestyle

Housekeeping
Laundry
Social Events
Wellness Center
Outings
Salon
Three Nutritious Chef-Prepared Meals Daily
Activities
Specific ProgramsGallery & Floorplans
Touring HoursMonday-Sunday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM

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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.

Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our 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. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
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.
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.
Charter Senior Living of Cookeville
AL
RC
Cookeville (Pleasant View)
84
Facility 84
TN AVG 77
Rank #89 / 259
Yes
36
Facility 36
TN AVG 32
Rank #116 / 277
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
27
Facility 27
TN AVG 23
Rank #71 / 228
Dawn Smith-HuckebySnh Tenn Tenant LLC
691 days
Facility 691 days
TN AVG 461
Rank #29 / 170
7135.2%64.8%1.4%1.4%7%4.2%12.7%21.1%23.9%28.2%100%
Heritage Pointe Senior Living
AL
IL
MC
Cookeville
66
Facility 66
TN AVG 77
Rank #142 / 259
No--
19
Facility 19
TN AVG 23
Rank #147 / 228
Diana ReichBeacon Co LLC-------------
Cedar Hills Retirement Center
AL
Cookeville
55
Facility 55
TN AVG 77
Rank #187 / 259
No
79
Facility 79
TN AVG 32
Rank #3 / 277
-
27
Facility 27
TN AVG 23
Rank #71 / 228
Megan LeeGoodworks Unlimited LLC-------------
Pleasant Places
AL
Cookeville (Forest Hills)-No
29
Facility 29
TN AVG 32
Rank #146 / 277
Private / Semi-Private Rooms----------------

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Tennessee

Cedar Hills Retirement Center is located in Cookeville, 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 Cedar Hills Retirement Center

Who is the owner of Cedar Hills Retirement Center?

Cedar Hills Retirement Center is legally operated by Goodworks Unlimited LLC, and administered by Megan Lee.

Is Cedar Hills Retirement Center in a walkable area?

Cedar Hills Retirement Center has a walk score of 79. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

What is the license number of Cedar Hills Retirement Center?

According to TN state health department records, Cedar Hills Retirement Center's license number is 00000082.

When does Cedar Hills Retirement Center's license expire?

According to TN state health department records, Cedar Hills Retirement Center's license expires on September 6, 2027.

How long has Cedar Hills Retirement Center been in business?

Cedar Hills Retirement Center has been operating for approximately 27 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Cedar Hills Retirement Center?

No, Cedar Hills Retirement Center has a no-pet policy.

Who is the administrator of Cedar Hills Retirement Center?

Megan Lee is the administrator of Cedar Hills Retirement Center.

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