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The Pointe at Lifespring
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Knoxville, TN
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The Pointe at Lifespring

Assisted Living & Memory Care · Knoxville, TN
4371 Lifespring Ln, Knoxville, TN 37918 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
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Overview of The Pointe at Lifespring

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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.

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Bed community size
94-bed community Rank #174 / 425Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 174th 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.
Years in operation
9 years in operation Rank #339 / 386Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 339th 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.
An established community with some operational experience and growing routines.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 17 / 100 Rank #401 / 551Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 401st 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.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
78%
Rank #125 / 272Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 125th out of 272 homes in Tennessee for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Tennessee average, with its Statewide rank out of 272. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.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.
Higher than the Tennessee average: 71.6%
Occupied beds
73 / 94
Average occupied beds in Tennessee homes 82 beds

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Care Living Facility
IssuanceApril 28, 2017
ExpirationApril 27, 2027
CountyKnox
License Number00000451

Ownership & Operating Entity

The Pointe at Lifespring is legally operated by Meridian Knoxville OE, L.P., and administered by Rebecca Scott Mills.

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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 2020 · 6 years of data 2 citations 1 inspection

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 2020 vs. Tennessee state average
Overall vs. TN average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 1 At Avg Metrics at Tennessee average:
• Citations per inspection (at TN avg) 1 Better Metrics better than Tennessee average:
• Total citations (50% below)

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. 24 This facility has 50% fewer total citations than a typical Tennessee assisted living residence (2 vs. TN avg 4).↓ 50% better
Citations per inspection Info Average citations per inspection. 22 This facility has citations per inspection in line with the Tennessee average (2 vs. TN avg 2).— At avg

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 inspections conducted at this facility. 12 This facility has had 50% fewer total inspections than the Tennessee average (1 vs. TN avg 2). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 50% fewer
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Residents information

Stay stats

Average length of stay
653 days
Total residents
89
Total admissions (2024)
30
Total discharges (2024)
31

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

  • Black Residents 2.2%
  • White Residents 97.8%

What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Room Sizes: 285-333 / 377 / 414-456 / 523 / 642 / 762 sq. ft

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Housing Options: Studio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: Two-story

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Address 6.3 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Knoxville's city center to The Pointe at Lifespring'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.

Knoxville Landing
AL
IL
MC
Knoxville (Lake Brook Boulevard)
102
Facility 102
TN AVG 88
Rank #137 / 425
Yes
13
Facility 13
TN AVG 34
Rank #434 / 551
Studio / 1 Bed
27
Facility 27
TN AVG 27
Rank #187 / 386
 78.4% Michele BlankenshipWillow Ridge Senior Living - Knoxville L
623 days
Facility 623 days
TN AVG 457
Rank #49 / 183
11733.3%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 34
Rank #159 / 551
1 Bed
28
Facility 28
TN AVG 27
Rank #169 / 386
-Kelli JohnsonArhc Atknotn01 Trs, LLC
427 days
Facility 427 days
TN AVG 457
Rank #96 / 183
8830.7%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 34
Rank #401 / 551
Studio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
9
Facility 9
TN AVG 27
Rank #339 / 386
 77.7% Rebecca Scott MillsMeridian Knoxville Oe, L.p
653 days
Facility 653 days
TN AVG 457
Rank #42 / 183
8924.7%75.3%0%0%1.1%7.9%14.6%27%22.5%27%2.2%97.8%-
NHC HealthCare, Farragut
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Knoxville
88
Facility 88
TN AVG 88
Rank #186 / 425
No
24
Facility 24
TN AVG 34
Rank #357 / 551
-
28
Facility 28
TN AVG 27
Rank #169 / 386
-Karla LaneNhc Healthcare/Farragut, LLC
190 days
Facility 190 days
TN AVG 457
Rank #150 / 183
6421.9%78.1%3.1%0%4.7%6.3%15.6%17.2%26.6%26.6%32.8%67.2%-
Northshore Heights
AL
MC
Knoxville (Rocky Hill Center)
74
Facility 74
TN AVG 88
Rank #230 / 425
No
6
Facility 6
TN AVG 34
Rank #476 / 551
Studio / 1 Bed- 82.4% Carrie CatherwoodNorthshore Heights, LLC
716 days
Facility 716 days
TN AVG 457
Rank #21 / 183
8234.1%65.9%0%0%2.4%3.7%11%18.3%35.4%29.3%1.2%97.6%1.2%
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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.

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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).
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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 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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