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The Pointe at Lifespring
Operated by Meridian Knoxville, The Pointe at Lifespring is a 94-bed assisted living and memory care community in Knoxville, Tennessee. Rebecca Scott Mills serves as the community’s administrator. The facility at 4371 Lifespring Lane caters to occupants seeking independent living with support and specialized memory care services.
The home is housed in a two-story building with 73 residents currently occupying the 94 beds, indicating a 78 percent occupancy rate. Residents can select from studio, one-, and two-bedroom floor plans to meet their individual preferences. Operating for nine years, the community has established itself in the Knoxville senior living landscape. The Pointe at Lifespring sits in a car-dependent area with a Walk Score of 17, so most errands and activities need transportation. The property’s location on Lifespring Lane gives occupants and visiting families easy access to the surrounding neighborhood.
Community insights.
About this community
The Pointe at Lifespring is legally operated by Meridian Knoxville OE, L.P., and administered by Rebecca Scott Mills.
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
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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 1
- To Other ACLF 5
Demographics
GENDER
- Female Residents 75.3%
- Male Residents 24.7%
AGE DISTRIBUTION
- 65-69 1.1%
- 70-74 7.9%
- 75-79 14.6%
- 80-84 27%
- 85-89 22.5%
- 90 or more 27%
ETHNICITY
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 285-333 / 377 / 414-456 / 523 / 642 / 762 sq. ft
Housing Options: Studio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: Two-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Living Spaces & Floor Plans for The Pointe at Lifespring
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6.3 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Knoxville's city center to The Pointe at Lifespring'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 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% |
| The Pointe at Lifespring | AL MC | Knoxville | 94
Facility
94
TN AVG
88
Rank
#174 / 425 | Yes |
17
Facility
17
TN AVG
36
Rank
#402 / 520 | Studio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 9
Facility
9
TN AVG
27
Rank
#340 / 386 |
77.7%
Facility
77.7%
TN AVG
73.1%
Rank
#128 / 268 | - | Rebecca Scott Mills | Meridian Knoxville Oe, L.p | 653 days
Facility
653 days
TN AVG
459
Rank
#42 / 182 | 89 | 24.7% | 75.3% | 0% | 0% | 1.1% | 7.9% | 14.6% | 27% | 22.5% | 27% | 2.2% | 97.8% | - |
| 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% | - |
| 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
The Pointe at Lifespring is located in Knoxville, Tennessee.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Tennessee.
Frequently Asked Questions about The Pointe at Lifespring
Who is the owner of The Pointe at Lifespring?
The Pointe at Lifespring is legally operated by Meridian Knoxville OE, L.P., and administered by Rebecca Scott Mills.
Is The Pointe at Lifespring in a walkable area?
The Pointe at Lifespring has a walk score of 17. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
What is the license number of The Pointe at Lifespring?
According to TN state health department records, The Pointe at Lifespring's license number is 00000451.
When does The Pointe at Lifespring's license expire?
According to TN state health department records, The Pointe at Lifespring's license expires on April 27, 2027.
What is the occupancy rate at The Pointe at Lifespring?
The Pointe at Lifespring's occupancy is 78%.
How long has The Pointe at Lifespring been in business?
The Pointe at Lifespring has been operating for approximately 9 years, based on available licensing and registration records.
Are pets allowed at The Pointe at Lifespring?
Yes, The Pointe at Lifespring allows residents to bring their pets.
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