Knowles Assisted Living
Assisted Living & Adult Day Care · Nashville, TN
Knowles Assisted Living
Assisted Living & Adult Day Care · Nashville, TN
Overview of Knowles Assisted Living
Since 1992, Knowles Assisted Living has operated as a 100-bed long-term assisted living community in Nashville’s Bordeaux Hills. The publicly owned facility, run by The Metropolitan Government of Nashville under administrator Deborah Neal, serves residents requiring daily assistance with a model oriented toward extended, stable placement rather than temporary or rehabilitation stays. Current residents number 69, with an average tenure of more than seven years.
Residents access licensed nursing and physician care on-site, alongside prescription services, health education, and laboratory capabilities. Staff include registered nurses and certified aides. In 2024, the community admitted 12 new residents; 17 left during the year, with the majority (12) discharged to hospital settings and a smaller number (5) to private homes. This discharge pattern reflects the acuity and medical complexity of the long-term resident population.
The community’s demographic profile is notably diverse: 59.4% of residents identify as Black, 39.1% as White, with gender split nearly even. Median resident age clusters in the 65–74 range. The facility provides private and semi-private rooms, with daily housekeeping, nutritious meals tailored to individual dietary needs, and an attractive dining venue. Outdoor courtyards and activity areas anchor community life; pastoral care and psychological counseling round out support. Weekly recreational and spiritual programs engage residents.
Located in Bordeaux Hills, the facility sits 4.0 miles from downtown Nashville and 2.55 miles from Nashville General Hospital; accessible by car, though the neighborhood itself scores low on walkability (Walk Score 4).
Knowles Assisted Living suits individuals and families looking for long-term assisted living with stable nursing support and community connection in the Nashville area.
100-bed community Rank #141 / 425Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 141st out of 425 homes 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.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. 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.
33 years in operation Rank #150 / 386Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 150th out of 386 homes 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.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. 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: 4 / 100 Rank #486 / 551Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 486th out of 551 homes 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.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. 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.
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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About this community
Facility TypeAssisted Care Living Facility
ExpirationMay 24, 2027
CountyDavidson
License Number00000079
Knowles Assisted Living is legally operated by The Metropolitan Government of Nashville, and administered by Deborah Neal.
Staffing
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
ContactMr. Kendall Brune, CEO (per BBB, record updated Jul 2026)
Rehabilitation Services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
Pets not allowed
Housekeeping
Activities
Dining
Courtyard
Cable Tv
Outings
Activities
Specific ProgramsProfessional nursing care, psychological counseling, physician care and prescription delivery, health education, laboratory services, recreational and spiritual activities
Religious ServicesPastoral care
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 2016 · 10 years of data
14 citations
6 inspections
Inspection Scorecard
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 2016 vs. Tennessee state average
Overall vs. TN average
2 Worse
Metrics worse than Tennessee average:
• Total citations (250% above)
• Citations per inspection (15% above) 0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
• Total citations (250% above)
• Citations per inspection (15% above) 0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
Citations
| This Facility | TN Average | vs. TN Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total citations
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 14 | 4 | This facility has 250% more total citations than a typical Tennessee assisted living residence (14 vs. TN avg 4).↑ 250% worse |
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Citations per inspection
Average citations per inspection.
| 2.3 | 2 | This facility has 15% more citations per inspection than a typical Tennessee assisted living residence (2.3 vs. TN avg 2).↑ 15% worse |
Inspections
| This Facility | TN Average | vs. TN Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total inspections
Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility.
| 6 | 2 | This facility has had 200% more total inspections than the Tennessee average (6 vs. TN avg 2). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 200% more |
Residents information
Stay stats
Average length of stay
2550 days
Total residents
69
Total admissions (2024)
12
Total discharges (2024)
17
Discharges
- To hospital 12
- To Private Residence or Home 5
Demographics
GENDER
- Female Residents 50.7%
- Male Residents 49.3%
AGE DISTRIBUTION
- Under 60 8.7%
- 60-64 7.2%
- 65-69 21.7%
- 70-74 23.2%
- 75-79 15.9%
- 80-84 11.6%
- 85-89 5.8%
- 90 or more 5.8%
ETHNICITY
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4.0 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Nashville's city center to Knowles Assisted Living's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 2.55 miles to nearest hospital (Nashville General Hospital)
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| Knowles Assisted Living | AL ADC | Nashville (Bordeaux Hills) | 100
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100
TN AVG
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Rank
#141 / 425 | No |
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#486 / 551 | - | 33
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TN AVG
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Rank
#150 / 386 | - | A+ | Deborah Neal | The Metropolitan Government Of Nashville | 2550 days
Facility
2550 days
TN AVG
457
Rank
#1 / 183 | 69 | 49.3% | 50.7% | 8.7% | 7.2% | 21.7% | 23.2% | 15.9% | 11.6% | 5.8% | 5.8% | 59.4% | 39.1% | 1.4% |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Knowles Assisted Living
What neighborhood is Knowles Assisted Living in?
Knowles Assisted Living is in the Bordeaux Hills neighborhood of Nashville.
Who is the owner of Knowles Assisted Living?
Knowles Assisted Living is legally operated by The Metropolitan Government of Nashville, and administered by Deborah Neal.
Is Knowles Assisted Living in a walkable area?
Knowles Assisted Living has a walk score of 4. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
What is the license number of Knowles Assisted Living?
According to TN state health department records, Knowles Assisted Living's license number is 00000079.
When does Knowles Assisted Living's license expire?
According to TN state health department records, Knowles Assisted Living's license expires on May 24, 2027.
How long has Knowles Assisted Living been in business?
Knowles Assisted Living has been operating for approximately 33 years, based on available licensing and registration records.
Are pets allowed at Knowles Assisted Living?
No, Knowles Assisted Living has a no-pet policy.
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