Signal Mountain Senior Living
Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Chattanooga, TN

Signal Mountain Senior Living

Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Chattanooga, TN

Overview of Signal Mountain Senior Living

Signal Mountain Senior Living is a distinguished senior living community in the city of Chattanooga, Tennessee. This assisted living community is thoughtfully crafted to cater to the distinct needs of aging residents, providing a range of senior living options, including assisted living, memory care services, and independent living. The community’s amenities are designed to enhance the quality of life for its residents. These include a charming dining room, a welcoming ground-level courtyard, a full-service salon for personal care, a well-equipped computer room, a fitness center for staying active, and the convenience of an on-site rehabilitation center.

Signal Mountain Senior Living residents have the choice of purposefully designed studios or one- or two-bedroom Signal Mountain Senior Living residents have the choice of purposefully designed studios or one- or two-bedroom private apartments. These well-appointed accommodations include amenities such as a full bathroom, kitchenette, emergency call response system, fire safety features, and individualized heating and cooling controls. Signal Mountain Senior Living is committed to providing a nurturing and engaging environment for older adults in Chattanooga, ensuring their well-being and comfort are top priorities.

Bed community size
120-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Years in operation
22 years in operation
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 16 / 100
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
58%
Rank #215 / 274Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 215th out of 274 homes in Tennessee for Occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Tennessee average, with its Statewide rank out of 274. 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
69 / 120
Average occupied beds in Tennessee homes 82 beds

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Care Living Facility
IssuanceJuly 22, 2004
ExpirationMarch 9, 2026 Expired
CountyHamilton
License Number00000257

Ownership & Operating Entity

Signal Mountain Senior Living is legally operated by Chattanooga Senior Housing I OPCO, LLC, and administered by Amy Silvers.

Safety & Compliance

Safety FeaturesSmoke detectors, sprinkler system throughout, secured AL/MC.

Staffing

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

Leadership

ContactMs. Cathy McMillon, Executive Director (per BBB, record updated Jul 2026)

Therapy & Rehabilitation

2 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care

Additional Policies & Features

HousekeepingYes

Amenities & Lifestyle

Activities And Recreation
Community Outings
Social And Recreational Program
Wellness Program
Activity Room
Lounges
Weekly Housekeeping Service
Weekly Laundry Service
Scheduled Transportation
Hair Salon
Activities
Specific ProgramsVeteran's Program, Supervised Independent Living, GLOW℠ Memory Care

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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 2017 · 9 years of data 28 citations 11 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 2017 vs. Tennessee state average
Overall vs. TN average 3 Worse Metrics worse than Tennessee average:
• Total citations (600% above)
• Citations per year (675% above)
• Citations per inspection (25% above)
0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
Latest Inspection July 19, 2023 Follow Up

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. 284 This facility has 600% more total citations than a typical Tennessee assisted living residence (28 vs. TN avg 4).↑ 600% worse
Citations per year Info Average citations per year since 2017. 3.10.4 This facility has 675% more citations per year than a typical Tennessee assisted living residence (3.1 vs. TN avg 0.4).↑ 675% worse
Citations per inspection Info Average citations per inspection. 2.52 This facility has 25% more citations per inspection than a typical Tennessee assisted living residence (2.5 vs. TN avg 2).↑ 25% 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. 112 This facility has had 450% more total inspections than the Tennessee average (11 vs. TN avg 2). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 450% more

Residents information

Stay stats

Average length of stay
384 days
Total residents
100
Total admissions (2024)
100
Total discharges (2024)
68

Discharges

  • To hospital 1
  • To Private Residence or Home 7

Demographics

GENDER

  • Female Residents 74%
  • Male Residents 26%

AGE DISTRIBUTION

  • Under 60 1%
  • 60-64 3%
  • 65-69 6%
  • 70-74 10%
  • 75-79 16%
  • 80-84 21%
  • 85-89 22%
  • 90 or more 21%

ETHNICITY

  • Black Residents 6%
  • White Residents 90%
  • Total Other Race Residents 4%

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Address 4.6 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Chattanooga's city center to Signal Mountain Senior Living's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 1.65 miles to nearest hospital (Erlanger North Hospital)

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

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Tennessee

Signal Mountain Senior Living is located in Chattanooga, 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 Signal Mountain Senior Living

What neighborhood is Signal Mountain Senior Living in?

Signal Mountain Senior Living is in the Mountain Creek neighborhood of Chattanooga.

Who is the owner of Signal Mountain Senior Living?

Signal Mountain Senior Living is legally operated by Chattanooga Senior Housing I OPCO, LLC, and administered by Amy Silvers.

Is Signal Mountain Senior Living in a walkable area?

Signal Mountain Senior Living has a walk score of 16. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

What is the license number of Signal Mountain Senior Living?

According to TN state health department records, Signal Mountain Senior Living's license number is 00000257.

When does Signal Mountain Senior Living's license expire?

According to TN state health department records, Signal Mountain Senior Living's license expires on March 9, 2026.

What is the occupancy rate at Signal Mountain Senior Living?

Signal Mountain Senior Living's occupancy is 58%.

Are pets allowed at Signal Mountain Senior Living?

Yes, Signal Mountain Senior Living allows residents to bring their pets.

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