Emory Mills Senior Living

Q: Who is the owner of Emory Mills Senior Living?

The legal owner and operator of Emory Mills Senior Living is Emory Properties, LLC.

Q: Who is the administrator of Emory Mills Senior Living?

Paul Sorey is the administrator of Emory Mills Senior Living.

Q: How many beds does Emory Mills Senior Living have?

Emory Mills Senior Living has 107 beds.

Q: 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.

Q: What is the address of Emory Mills Senior Living?

Emory Mills Senior Living is located at 1503 East Emory Road.

Q: 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.

Q: Is Emory Mills Senior Living Medicare or Medicaid certified?

Emory Mills Senior Living is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.

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.

(865) 388-9088

107-bed community

A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.

Walk Score: 0 / 100

Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

About this community

Facility TypeAssisted Care Living Facility

StatusClosed Appl

Emory Mills Senior Living is administrated by Paul Sorey.

Owner NameEmory Properties, LLC

Specific ProgramsEmory Care at Home

10.7 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Knoxville's city center to Emory Mills Senior Living's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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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).

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

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).

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.

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

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.

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.

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)

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


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Who is the owner of Emory Mills Senior Living?

The legal owner and operator of Emory Mills Senior Living is Emory Properties, LLC.

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.

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.

Is Emory Mills Senior Living Medicare or Medicaid certified?

Emory Mills Senior Living is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.

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