Hickory Gardens
Assisted Living & Home Care · Nashville, TN

Hickory Gardens

Assisted Living & Home Care · Nashville, TN

Overview of Hickory Gardens

Make your retirement dreams come true at the Hickory Gardens, a dedicated senior living community in Madison, TN, offering assisted living, respite care, hospice care, and rehabilitation services, as well as an exclusive Adult Day Club. Residents enjoy the privacy of their own studio apartment with a full private bathroom, kitchenette, and individual heat and A/C for a comfortable daily living. Round-the-clock licensed care is provided by a dedicated and professional care team, offering residents the comfort of knowing that their care needs will be met with utmost professionalism and compassion.

The community provides a nurturing environment where residents can discover new hobbies and make new connections with a broad range of regularly conducted activities, events, and wellness programs. Residents are guaranteed to never run out of their important medication with the community’s excellent pharmacy program that features safe and quick delivery of residents’ routine medication. A dedicated culinary team carefully curates delicious meals that satisfy both residents’ cravings and dietary needs. At the Hickory Gardens, residents enjoy a community that provides them plenty of opportunities to live a fulfilling life.

(615) 865-0527
Bed community size
42-bed community Rank #381 / 426Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 381st 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 moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Years in operation
21 years in operation Rank #273 / 385Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 273rd out of 385 homes in Tennessee. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Tennessee facilities. Longer operating histories may 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.
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 30 / 100 Rank #310 / 553Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 310th 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.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
31%
Rank #1 / 319Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1st out of 319 homes in Tennessee. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Tennessee average, with its Statewide rank out of 319. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.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.
Lower than the Tennessee average: 71.6%
Occupied beds
13 / 42
Average occupied beds in Tennessee homes 82 beds

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Care Living Facility
StatusLicensed
IssuanceNovember 17, 2005
ExpirationApril 28, 2026 Expired
CountyDavidson
License Number00000248

Ownership & Operating Entity

Hickory Gardens is legally operated by Madison Residential, LLC, and administered by Mitzi Moore.

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Leadership

ContactJesse McCoy, Administrator

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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 20 citations 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 3 Worse Metrics worse than Tennessee average:
• Total citations (400% above)
• Citations per year (400% above)
• Citations per inspection (400% above)
1 At Avg Metrics at Tennessee average:
• Total inspections (at TN avg)
0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
Latest Inspection June 6, 2018 Enforcement

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. 204 This facility has 400% more total citations than a typical Tennessee assisted living residence (20 vs. TN avg 4).↑ 400% worse
Citations per year Info Average citations per year since 2018. 2.50.5 This facility has 400% more citations per year than a typical Tennessee assisted living residence (2.5 vs. TN avg 0.5).↑ 400% worse
Citations per inspection Info Average citations per inspection. 102 This facility has 400% more citations per inspection than a typical Tennessee assisted living residence (10 vs. TN avg 2).↑ 400% worse

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 routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations. 22 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
754 days
Total residents
25
Total admissions (2024)
7
Total discharges (2024)
11

Discharges

  • To hospital 2
  • To Private Residence or Home 2

Demographics

GENDER

  • Female Residents 52%
  • Male Residents 48%

AGE DISTRIBUTION

  • Under 60 4%
  • 65-69 16%
  • 70-74 12%
  • 75-79 8%
  • 80-84 16%
  • 85-89 16%
  • 90 or more 28%

ETHNICITY

  • White Residents 96%
  • Total Other Race Residents 4%

What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Room Sizes: 275 / 344 / 458 sq. ft.

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Housing Options: Studio / Alcove / Suite

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Building Type: Single-story

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Transportation Services

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Fitness and Recreation

Places of interest near Hickory Gardens

Address 9.2 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Madison's city center to Hickory Gardens's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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

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Facility 48
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-B-Lisa PeekBellevue Senior Health, LLC-
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21
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TN AVG 27
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A+Mitzi MooreMadison Residential, LLC
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Facility 754 days
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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Tennessee

Hickory Gardens is located in Madison, 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 Hickory Gardens

What neighborhood is Hickory Gardens in?

Hickory Gardens is in the Madison neighborhood of Madison.

Who is the owner of Hickory Gardens?

The legal owner and operator of Hickory Gardens is Madison Residential, LLC.

Is Hickory Gardens in a walkable area?

Hickory Gardens has a walk score of 30. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the license number of Hickory Gardens?

According to TN state health department records, Hickory Gardens's license number is 00000248.

When does Hickory Gardens's license expire?

According to TN state health department records, Hickory Gardens's license expires on April 28, 2026.

What is the occupancy rate at Hickory Gardens?

Hickory Gardens's occupancy is 31%.

Who is the administrator of Hickory Gardens?

Mitzi Moore is the administrator of Hickory Gardens.

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