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Rain Forest Landings
A 62-bed assisted living community administered by Nicole McCrory serving Knoxville residents needing support with daily living is Rain Forest Landings. Operating for 14 years, it’s operated by Landings Operator, LLC, and maintains strong occupancy at 95 percent.
The home delivers three care types: assisted living, memory care, and respite care. It’s part of the Inspirit senior living network and is Windsor Ridge Assisted Living’s sister community, bringing a shared commitment to supporting resident independence and wellness. The memory care program is tailored to serve residents navigating cognitive decline and memory loss. Found in the Truewood by Merrill neighborhood on Rain Forest Road, the car-dependent community sits where almost all errands need a vehicle. This setting suits residents and families who don’t need an urban or highly walkable location.
Inspection records from the Tennessee Department of Health show the community has maintained compliance well below the state average citations, indicating consistent adherence to regulatory standards over the years.
The facility is reachable for inquiries surrounding available rooms, services, and admission.
Community insights.
About this community
Rain Forest Landings is legally operated by Landings Operator, LLC, and administered by Nicole Mccrory.
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.
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.
• Total citations (80% below)
Citations
| This Facility | TN Average | vs. TN Avg |
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Total citations
| 1 | 5 | This facility has 80% fewer total citations than a typical Tennessee assisted living residence (1 vs. TN avg 5).↓ 80% better |
Residents information
Stay stats
Discharges
- To hospital 2
- To Private Residence or Home 9
Demographics
GENDER
- Female Residents 69.5%
- Male Residents 30.5%
AGE DISTRIBUTION
- Under 60 1.7%
- 65-69 3.4%
- 70-74 6.8%
- 75-79 13.6%
- 80-84 23.7%
- 85-89 23.7%
- 90 or more 27.1%
ETHNICITY
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8.5 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Knoxville's city center to Rain Forest Landings's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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Compare Assisted Living around Knoxville
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 to lowest based on our ranking 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.
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City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
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Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
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Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
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Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
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Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
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Number of years the company has been in operation.
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Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
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Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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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.
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Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
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Typical or reported average length of stay for residents, when the state publishes this aggregate figure.
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Percentage of residents reported as male in state demographics, shown as a whole-number percent.
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Percentage of residents reported as female in state demographics, shown as a whole-number percent.
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| Knoxville Landing | AL IL MC | Knoxville | 102
Facility
102
TN AVG
88
Rank
#137 / 425 | Yes |
13
Facility
13
TN AVG
36
Rank
#435 / 520 | Studio / 1 Bed | 27
Facility
27
TN AVG
27
Rank
#195 / 386 |
78.4%
Facility
78.4%
TN AVG
73.1%
Rank
#123 / 268 | - | Michele Blankenship | Willow Ridge Senior Living - Knoxville L | 623 days
Facility
623 days
TN AVG
459
Rank
#49 / 182 | 117 | 33.3% | 66.7% | 0% | 0.9% | 3.4% | 8.5% | 12.8% | 18.8% | 25.6% | 29.9% | 1.7% | 97.4% | 0.9% |
| Arbor Terrace of Knoxville | AL MC | Knoxville (Cedar Bluff) | 99
Facility
99
TN AVG
88
Rank
#150 / 425 | Yes |
48
Facility
48
TN AVG
36
Rank
#159 / 520 | 1 Bed | 28
Facility
28
TN AVG
27
Rank
#170 / 386 | - | - | Kelli Johnson | Arhc Atknotn01 Trs, LLC | 427 days
Facility
427 days
TN AVG
459
Rank
#96 / 182 | 88 | 30.7% | 69.3% | 0% | 1.1% | 3.4% | 11.4% | 6.8% | 17% | 25% | 35.2% | 1.1% | 97.7% | 1.1% |
| Oakwood Senior Living | AL MC | Knoxville (Oakwood) | 74
Facility
74
TN AVG
88
Rank
#230 / 425 | Yes |
51
Facility
51
TN AVG
36
Rank
#127 / 520 | Private / Companion Suites | 11
Facility
11
TN AVG
27
Rank
#332 / 386 |
68.9%
Facility
68.9%
TN AVG
73.1%
Rank
#167 / 268 | A | Vicki Jo Daughtery | Oakwood Properties LLC | 493 days
Facility
493 days
TN AVG
459
Rank
#83 / 182 | 87 | 42.5% | 57.5% | 1.1% | 3.4% | 0% | 4.6% | 16.1% | 29.9% | 20.7% | 24.1% | 4.6% | 95.4% | - |
| Windsor Ridge Assisted Living | AL MC RC | Knoxville (Central Avenue Pike) | 70
Facility
70
TN AVG
88
Rank
#249 / 425 | No |
29
Facility
29
TN AVG
36
Rank
#317 / 520 | Studio | 27
Facility
27
TN AVG
27
Rank
#195 / 386 |
80.0%
Facility
80.0%
TN AVG
73.1%
Rank
#116 / 268 | - | Bridgett Burchfield | Windsor Operator, LLC | 541 days
Facility
541 days
TN AVG
459
Rank
#70 / 182 | 102 | 38.2% | 61.8% | 0% | 1% | 2% | 2.9% | 14.7% | 16.7% | 25.5% | 37.3% | - | 100% | - |
| Rain Forest Landings | AL MC RC | Knoxville (Truewood By Merrill) | 62
Facility
62
TN AVG
88
Rank
#282 / 425 | No |
18
Facility
18
TN AVG
36
Rank
#394 / 520 | Suite | 14
Facility
14
TN AVG
27
Rank
#314 / 386 |
95.2%
Facility
95.2%
TN AVG
73.1%
Rank
#23 / 268 | - | Nicole Mccrory | Landings Operator, LLC | 327 days
Facility
327 days
TN AVG
459
Rank
#126 / 182 | 59 | 30.5% | 69.5% | 1.7% | 0% | 3.4% | 6.8% | 13.6% | 23.7% | 23.7% | 27.1% | 5.1% | 93.2% | 1.7% |
Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Tennessee
Rain Forest Landings is located in Knoxville, Tennessee.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Rain Forest Landings
What neighborhood is Rain Forest Landings in?
Rain Forest Landings is in the Truewood by Merrill neighborhood of Knoxville.
Who is the owner of Rain Forest Landings?
Rain Forest Landings is legally operated by Landings Operator, LLC, and administered by Nicole McCrory.
Is Rain Forest Landings in a walkable area?
Rain Forest Landings has a walk score of 18. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
What is the license number of Rain Forest Landings?
According to TN state health department records, Rain Forest Landings's license number is 00000361.
What is the occupancy rate at Rain Forest Landings?
Rain Forest Landings's occupancy is 95%.
How long has Rain Forest Landings been in business?
Rain Forest Landings has been operating for approximately 14 years, based on available licensing and registration records.
Are pets allowed at Rain Forest Landings?
No, Rain Forest Landings has a no-pet policy.
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