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Best Assisted Living in Athens, TN

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 3 assisted living communities in Athens, TN using Tennessee Department of Health (TDH) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank assisted living in TN
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Dec 2025
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3 homes
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Avg Walk Score: 17/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Athens, TN. A third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100) measuring convenience and context, not healthcare quality. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 50/ 100
Avg No. of Beds: 80The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Athens, TN. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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

Dominion Senior Living of Athens
AL
MC
RC
Athens (Pickwatina Place)
86
Facility 86
TN AVG 88
Rank #193 / 426
No
16
Facility 16
TN AVG 34
Rank #410 / 553
-
8
Facility 8
TN AVG 27
Rank #345 / 385
72.1%
Facility 72.1%
TN AVG 73.7%
Rank #169 / 287
A+Larry GriffinDominion Athens LLC
470 days
Facility 470 days
TN AVG 465
Rank #100 / 201
American House Bristol
AL
MC
RC
Bristol
99
Facility 99
TN AVG 88
Rank #150 / 426
No
17
Facility 17
TN AVG 34
Rank #402 / 553
-
27
Facility 27
TN AVG 27
Rank #183 / 385
78.8%
Facility 78.8%
TN AVG 73.7%
Rank #127 / 287
-Anita R. PlasterEc Opco Bristol, LLC
444 days
Facility 444 days
TN AVG 465
Rank #104 / 201
Morning Pointe of Athens Assisted Living
AL
MC
Athens (Bohannon Addition)
56
Facility 56
TN AVG 88
Rank #316 / 426
No
18
Facility 18
TN AVG 34
Rank #394 / 553
Studio / Alcove / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
27
Facility 27
TN AVG 27
Rank #183 / 385
-A+Crystal Michelle SuttonAthens Senior Community, LLC
662 days
Facility 662 days
TN AVG 465
Rank #49 / 201
Overview of Dominion Senior Living of Athens

Ensuring a life of comfort and convenience, Dominion Senior Living of Athens is a vibrant assisted living with memory care support. The luxurious home encourages residents to engage with others and enrich their knowledge and social life. It’s a community that prides itself on providing service delivered with compassion balanced with dignity and respect. The premier home in Anderson is the trusted choice for families who want their loved ones to be in the hands of professional and empathic staff that promotes quality living in a secure community.

Dominion Senior Living of Athens is an expansive community that has designed its accommodations for seniors’ needs to be holistically met. Management makes it a point that the holistic needs of every senior are satisfied– from life enrichment activities to personal care services delivered by their professional caregivers and 24/7 nurse staff, Dominion ensures that services are maintained with value to seniors and their families.

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American House Bristol

826 Meadow View Rd, Bristol, TN 37620
Overview of American House Bristol

Located in Bristol, TN, American House Bristol is a remarkable senior living community that offers assisted living, memory care, and respite stays. The community offers a warm and welcoming environment with well-appointed apartments and a dedicated team that provides personalized care for each resident. Residents’ lives are enhanced with mindful programs and an array of enrichment activities.

Residents enjoy added assistance with services like housekeeping, laundry, medication reminders, physical therapy, assistance with the activities of daily living and more. Three chef-prepared meals and dining assistance are provided to ensure residents enjoy a comfortable and filling dining experience. Amenities include an arts and crafts studio, postal services, a well-curated library, secure walking paths and gardens, courtyard, patios and seating areas, and inviting common areas for social interaction and relaxation.

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Overview of Morning Pointe of Athens Assisted Living

Morning Pointe of Athens Assisted Living boasts an enriching retirement experience with memory care living in a nurturing environment. Management and staff strive to create a sense of community and belonging where everyone is welcome and included, and the facility maintains top-notch quality. When it comes to setting the standard for quality care and going above and beyond to meet the needs of seniors, it offers compassionate and kind care for its seniors.

Life is focused on an active and fulfilled holistic wellness. Seniors are offered an array of services, such as restaurant-style dining, walking paths, private assisted living apartments, stimulating memory care activities, medication management, and ADLs designed to meet the needs of every resident.

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Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
01

Resident & Family Experience 35%

The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.

  • Includes
  • Review Sentiment
  • Review Volume
02

Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • State Inspections
  • Citations/Inspection
  • % Inspections w/ Citations
  • Complaint Visits
  • Accreditations
  • BBB Rating
03

Visual Media & Transparency 15%

Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.

  • Includes
  • Video Tours
  • Virtual Walkthroughs
  • Photo Quantity
  • Photo Quality
04

Website & Operator Transparency 10%

Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.

  • Includes
  • Website Content
  • Mobile Usability
  • Staff Info Available
  • Owner Info Available
05

Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy Rate
  • Bed Options
06

Environment & Pricing 5%

Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • Pricing Transparency
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Frequently Asked Questions about Assisted Living in Athens, TN

What is the average cost of assisted living in Athens, TN?

The average monthly cost of assisted living in Athens, TN is approximately $4,000. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.

What is the price range for assisted living in Athens, TN?

Assisted living in Athens, TN typically ranges from $3,500–$6,100 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.

What is the typical staff-to-resident ratio at assisted living facilities in Athens, TN?

Assisted living facilities in Athens, TN typically operate with a staff-to-resident ratio in the range of 1:6 to 1:15.

How many licensed assisted living facilities are there in Athens, TN?

According to state licensing records, there are approximately ~5–7 licensed assisted living facilities in Athens, TN.

What's the difference between assisted living and memory care in Tennessee?

Assisted living in Tennessee supports residents with daily activities (bathing, dressing, medication management) while preserving independence. Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's or dementia, and adds 24/7 secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and structured routines designed to reduce confusion and wandering.

What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in Tennessee?

Assisted living in Tennessee is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.

Does Tennessee Medicaid cover assisted living?

Tennessee Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for assisted living, but most states (including Tennessee) offer Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers that can offset the cost of care services delivered inside a licensed community. Eligibility, waitlists, and covered services vary — check directly with the state Medicaid agency.