Emory Mills Senior Living
Assisted Living, Home Care & Memory Care · Knoxville, TN

Emory Mills Senior Living

Assisted Living, Home Care & Memory Care · Knoxville, TN

Overview of Emory Mills Senior Living

Emory Mills Senior Living is a family-owned senior living community in Knoxville, TN, offering assisted living and memory care. Managed under Emory Properties, LLC, the community can accommodate up to 107 residents.

The daily routine within this community is built around a person-centered care philosophy designed to minimize institutional friction. To assist with daily living, chef-prepared meals, laundry, housekeeping, and scheduled fitness classes are provided, while specialized on-site rehabilitation rooms accommodate physical, occupational, and speech therapy sessions.

Its memory care program utilizes an evidence-based I’m Still Here® philosophy through a partnership with the Hearthstone Institute, which focuses on tapping into the remaining abilities and life stories of older adults navigating dementia. Alongside its residential settings, the organization operates Emory Care at Home, a specialized program that delivers coordinated support for individuals needing flexible, localized assistance.

Emory Mills Senior Living presents a highly programmed and structured option for families in the Knoxville region looking for a larger, asset-rich campus with a strong emphasis on modern dementia care.

Bed community size
107-bed community Rank #129 / 426Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 129th 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 larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 0 / 100 Rank #531 / 553Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 531st 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.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Care Living Facility
StatusClosed Appl

Ownership & Operating Entity

Emory Mills Senior Living is administered by Paul Sorey.

Owner NameEmory Properties, LLC

Amenities & Lifestyle

Specific ProgramsEmory Care at Home

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Address 1503 East Emory Road, Knoxville, TN 37938

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Tennessee

Emory Mills Senior Living is located in Knoxville, 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 Emory Mills Senior Living

Who is the owner of Emory Mills Senior Living?

Emory Mills Senior Living is legally operated by Emory Properties, LLC, and administered by Paul Sorey.

Who is the administrator of Emory Mills Senior Living?

Paul Sorey is the administrator of Emory Mills Senior Living.

How many beds does Emory Mills Senior Living have?

Emory Mills Senior Living has 107 beds.

Are there photos of Emory Mills Senior Living?

Yes — there are 3 photos of Emory Mills Senior Living in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Emory Mills Senior Living?

Emory Mills Senior Living is located at 1503 East Emory Road, Knoxville, TN 37938.

What is the phone number of Emory Mills Senior Living?

(865) 388-9088 will put you in contact with the team at Emory Mills Senior Living.

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