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Southern Oaks
Set in the tranquil neighborhood of Henderson, TN, Southern Oaks is a charming senior living community that offers an Adult Day Club, assisted living, respite care, rehabilitation, and hospice care. Retire in the comfort of graciously appointed accommodations with individually controlled heating and air conditioning and access to a wide array of supportive services. A compassionate and professional care team is available 24/7 to provide round-the-clock support and assistance, providing utmost comfort and peace of mind.
An exciting, carefree lifestyle awaits at Southern Oaks with a wide range of enriching activities, wellness programs, daily chef-prepared meals, and convenient services. From pet therapy visits, dominoes, and chair exercises, to Bible study and fun games, residents are sure to find interesting things to do that brings both happiness and lifestyle enhancement. The community also features their Pegasus Express Pharmacy that provides worry free delivery of routine medications directly to the community, ensuring residents receive their medications on time and giving carers more time to spend on caring for the residents.
Community insights.
About this community
Southern Oaks is legally operated by Henderson Residential, LLC, and administered by Stephanie Watkins.
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 Private Residence or Home 4
- To Nursing Home 4
Demographics
GENDER
- Female Residents 73.9%
- Male Residents 26.1%
AGE DISTRIBUTION
- 70-74 8.7%
- 75-79 4.3%
- 80-84 21.7%
- 85-89 34.8%
- 90 or more 30.4%
ETHNICITY
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 243 / 377 sq. ft.
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed
Building Type: Single-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Places of interest near Southern Oaks
0.7 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Henderson's city center to Southern Oaks's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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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-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our 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.
HC (Home Care):
Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing.
HOS (Hospice Care):
Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
ADC (Adult Day Care):
Daytime supervision, health monitoring, and social activities for seniors who live at home.
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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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| Brookdale Jackson Oaks | AL IL MC | Jackson | 75
Facility
75
TN AVG
83
Rank
#157 / 327 | Yes |
52
Facility
52
TN AVG
36
Rank
#81 / 417 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 17
Facility
17
TN AVG
25
Rank
#222 / 306 |
41.3%
Facility
41.3%
TN AVG
74%
Rank
#176 / 187 | A+ | James Clinton Hickerson | Blc Jackson Oaks, LLC | 373 days
Facility
373 days
TN AVG
459
Rank
#112 / 182 | 65 | 29.2% | 70.8% | 0% | 7.7% | 4.6% | 1.5% | 24.6% | 21.5% | 40% | 6.2% | 93.8% |
| Brookdale at Home® Jackson Oaks | AL IL MC | Jackson | 75
Facility
75
TN AVG
83
Rank
#157 / 327 | Yes |
52
Facility
52
TN AVG
36
Rank
#81 / 417 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 17
Facility
17
TN AVG
25
Rank
#222 / 306 |
41.3%
Facility
41.3%
TN AVG
74%
Rank
#176 / 187 | A+ | James Clinton Hickerson | Blc Jackson Oaks, LLC | 373 days
Facility
373 days
TN AVG
459
Rank
#112 / 182 | 65 | 29.2% | 70.8% | 0% | 7.7% | 4.6% | 1.5% | 24.6% | 21.5% | 40% | 6.2% | 93.8% |
| Charter Senior Living of Jackson | AL MC RC | Jackson | 70
Facility
70
TN AVG
83
Rank
#175 / 327 | Yes |
23
Facility
23
TN AVG
36
Rank
#298 / 417 | Studio / Alcove / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 26
Facility
26
TN AVG
25
Rank
#159 / 306 | - | - | Rebecca Strawn | Snh Tenn Tenant LLC | 226 days
Facility
226 days
TN AVG
459
Rank
#146 / 182 | 85 | 18.8% | 81.2% | 0% | 1.2% | 5.9% | 11.8% | 38.8% | 18.8% | 23.5% | 4.7% | 95.3% |
| Southern Oaks | AL ADC HOS RC | Henderson | 37
Facility
37
TN AVG
83
Rank
#303 / 327 | Yes |
16
Facility
16
TN AVG
36
Rank
#330 / 417 | Studio / 1 Bed | 25
Facility
25
TN AVG
25
Rank
#176 / 306 |
59.5%
Facility
59.5%
TN AVG
74%
Rank
#147 / 187 | - | Stephanie Watkins | Henderson Residential, LLC | 668 days
Facility
668 days
TN AVG
459
Rank
#34 / 182 | 23 | 26.1% | 73.9% | 0% | 0% | 8.7% | 4.3% | 21.7% | 34.8% | 30.4% | - | 100% |
| Dogwood Pointe Senior Living | AL ADC HC HOS MC RC | Milan | 36
Facility
36
TN AVG
83
Rank
#305 / 327 | Yes |
12
Facility
12
TN AVG
36
Rank
#353 / 417 | Studio / 1 Bed | 7
Facility
7
TN AVG
25
Rank
#278 / 306 |
75.0%
Facility
75.0%
TN AVG
74%
Rank
#103 / 187 | - | Bridgette Bodiford | Milan Residential LLC | 1004 days
Facility
1004 days
TN AVG
459
Rank
#4 / 182 | 48 | 25% | 75% | 4.2% | 2.1% | 0% | 14.6% | 14.6% | 16.7% | 47.9% | - | 100% |
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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Tennessee
Southern Oaks is located in Henderson, Tennessee.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Tennessee.
Frequently Asked Questions about Southern Oaks
Who is the owner of Southern Oaks?
Southern Oaks is legally operated by Henderson Residential, LLC, and administered by Stephanie Watkins.
Is Southern Oaks in a walkable area?
Southern Oaks has a walk score of 16. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
What is the license number of Southern Oaks?
According to TN state health department records, Southern Oaks's license number is 00000197.
When does Southern Oaks's license expire?
According to TN state health department records, Southern Oaks's license expires on January 5, 2027.
What is the occupancy rate at Southern Oaks?
Southern Oaks's occupancy is 59.5%.
How long has Southern Oaks been in business?
Southern Oaks has been operating for approximately 25 years, based on available licensing and registration records.
Are pets allowed at Southern Oaks?
Yes, Southern Oaks allows residents to bring their pets.
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