Explore Open Rooms
1
Contact details
2
What type of senior care service are you looking for?
3
What budget do you have in mind for senior care?
4
How soon do you need to find care?
5
Additional details
Thank you for your interest!
Our team will be in touch shortly to help with next steps.
Compare Assisted Living around Chattanooga (Metro Area) The information below is reported by the Tennessee Department of Health, Division of Health Care Facilities.
Click column headers to sort
| Morning Pointe of Hixson |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Hixson | 80 | Yes | 19 | Studio / Suite / Alcove / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 16 | 100.0% | - | Robin Jackson | Hixson Medical Investors, Llc | 743 days |
| Morning Pointe of East Hamilton |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Ooltewah (Collegedale) | 81 | Yes | 26 | Studio / Alcove / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 6 | 86.4% | A+ | Ian Shives | East Hamilton Medical Investors, Llc | 412 days |
| Thrive at Brow Wood |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Lookout Mountain (Chattanooga Valley) | 70 | No | 4 | Suite | 10 | - | A+ | Mr. Tate Stewart | - | - |
| Morning Pointe of Collegedale at Greenbriar Cove |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Collegedale (Four Corners) | 65 | Yes | 29 | Studio / Alcove / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 19 | 86.2% | A+ | Sarabeth Janae Wilkins | Greenbriar Assisted Living Center, Llc | 449 days |
| StoryPoint Chattanooga |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Chattanooga (Mountain Creek) | 92 | Yes | 8 | Studio / Suite / 1 Bed | 32 | 76.1% | A+ | Mary Shoulders | 1148 Mountain Creek Road Opco Llc | 190 days |
| Signal Mountain Senior Living |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Chattanooga (Mountain Creek) | 120 | No | 16 | - | 22 | 86.7% | A+ | Amy Silvers | Chattanooga Senior Housing I Opco, Llc | 384 days |
| Morning Pointe of Chattanooga at Shallowford |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Chattanooga (Drake Forest) | 90 | Yes | 5 | Studio / Alcove / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 19 | 81.1% | A+ | Terri Michelle Baker | Ashwood Medical Investors Llc | 450 days |
| American House Shallowford |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision. | Chattanooga | 113 | Yes | 38 | - | 26 | - | - | Tommie Westfield | Ec Opco Shallowford, Llc | 340 days |
| American House Hamilton Place |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision. | Chattanooga (Cannondale) | 60 | Yes | 50 | Private Rooms | 27 | - | - | Timothy P. Cook | Ec Opco Hamilton Place, Llc | 74 days |
| Brookdale Hixson |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Chattanooga (Hixson) | 50 | Yes | 16 | Studio / 1 Bed | 17 | 98.0% | - | Angela Hampton | Blc Wellington-Hixson, Llc | 921 days |
| Eagle Crest Assisted Living |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Chattanooga (East Brainerd) | 16 | Yes | 8 | - | 17 | - | - | Debra A Donohue | Twin Eagles Llc | - |
| Ascension Living Valley Residence |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Chattanooga (Mountain Creek) | - | Yes | 11 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Southern Oaks Assisted Living |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Chattanooga | - | Yes | 50 | - | 37 | - | - | - | - | - |
| Charter Senior Living of Chattanooga |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Chattanooga (Mountain Creek) | - | Yes | 27 | - | 40 | - | - | - | - | - |
| Davis Retirement Home |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Chattanooga (Glenwood) | - | No | 48 | Studio / Semi-Private Rooms | 51 | - | - | - | - | - |
Experience the warmth and care of Eagle Crest Assisted Living in Chattanooga, TN, where exceptional assisted living services and a supportive community come together to enhance daily life. This innovative senior housing combines apartment-style living with opportunities for socialization and tailored supportive services. With up to 28 hours of assistance available each week, residents can maintain independence while enjoying a vibrant community of peers.
Three restaurant-style meals daily, housekeeping services, transportation to medical appointments and more let residents use their time to enjoy retirement. Go shopping, attend social events, or learn a new hobby in this community! Eagle Crest Communities is proud to be consistently recognized with prestigious certifications and awards, reflecting its commitment to providing premier senior living services. Here, each day is designed to inspire comfort, creativity, and a true sense of community.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed
Building Type: Mid-rise
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Overview of Ascension Living Valley Residence
Ascension Living Valley Residence is the ideal place for residents to experience an active lifestyle where seniors can fulfill independence and support, regardless of their housing options. Ascension Living provides independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing. As the name symbolizes, Ascension Living will help you live your best life during your retirement period, one step at a time.
Residents are encouraged to discover many activities the community provides. Whether doing arts and crafts or getting a quiet moment to sit and read a book, there’s always something that many residents would find interesting. And if you haven’t yet, the team will help you find the things that interest you. The community is proud to have a couple of caregivers and nurses that
can accommodate and assist residents with compassion and kindness.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Southern Oaks Assisted Living is a welcoming community in Chattanooga, TN, dedicated to providing a safe and supportive home for individuals needing assisted living services. Residents can enjoy a rich lifestyle filled with entertainment, with the city offering numerous local attractions, including historical sites. The community features a professional, and compassionate team that prioritizes residents’ needs at every moment. Committed to delivering personalized care every day, honoring the privilege of supporting residents in their journey.
With a warm environment and essential services all in one place, residents never need to leave the campus for daily tasks. Engaging social events, games, and exercise classes promote an active lifestyle, while a range of standard and supplemental programs illuminate a luxury lifestyle filled with opportunities for enrichment. At Southern Oaks Assisted Living, you’re never running out of things to do and enjoy.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed
Building Type: Single-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Make the most of your best years with Davis Retirement Home, an idyllic retreat in Chattanooga, TN, offering assisted living. Committed to improving residents’ well-being, a kind and highly trained team provides top-notch care tailored to their personal needs 24/7. This pet-friendly community promotes a nurturing and welcoming environment for residents’ comfort and safety.
Residents will not feel lonely with a full calendar of fun recreational activities and engaging programs that highlight their interests and capabilities. Delightful and healthy dining options are served for residents to enjoy mealtimes with friends that satisfy their dietary needs and preferences. Incontinence care and transportation services are also available for residents’ convenience. The community is great for those needing assistance to live comfortably in their golden years, especially with its dedicated care and exceptional services.
What does this home offer?
Housing Options: Studio / Semi-Private Rooms
Building Type: Single-story
Dining Services
Housekeeping Services
Social and Recreational Activities
Charter Senior Living of Chattanooga offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care and stands as one of the trusted communities in the city. The elegant home presents a sprightly-filled ambiance– a sublime environment that matches your lifestyle. The professional staff delivers a heartfelt resident-centered approach to care; they strive to help seniors and adults thrive in the comfort of their own homes.
Charter Senior Living of Chattanooga strives to promote an engaging social life for seniors, creating endless possibilities and developing meaningful relationships that blossom into beautiful memories. Community benefits include 24/7 care and supervision, ADLs, medication management, primary care services, personal care plans, engaging activities, and enriching programs that cultivate residents’ morale.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Ranking Methodology
How we rank these assisted living communities
Every community above is evaluated across six weighted categories using public data including state inspection records, review platforms, BBB profiles, and operator-published materials.
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
Who we are
Your Senior Care Partner, Every Step of the Way
We help families find affordable senior communities and unlock same day discounts, Medicaid, and Medicare options tailored to your needs.
Contact us Today
Frequently Asked Questions
What government services provide money for senior housing?
Several government programs offer financial assistance for senior housing in various countries, focusing on the United States for a broad overview:
- Medicaid: Medicaid is a state and federally funded program that can cover the costs of nursing home care for those who meet eligibility criteria, including income and asset limits. Some states also offer Medicaid waivers that help pay for home and community-based services to prevent or delay nursing home placement.
- Medicare: Medicare, primarily a health insurance program for people aged 65 and over, does not cover long-term housing costs. However, it can cover short-term stays in a skilled nursing facility under specific conditions following a hospital stay.
- Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly Program: This program provides housing for low-income seniors. It offers rental assistance and access to supportive services, such as cleaning, cooking, and transportation.
- Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) Properties: While not a direct subsidy, LIHTC encourages developers to create affordable housing. Seniors with low incomes can find reduced-rent apartments through this program.
- State and Local Programs: Many states, counties, and cities offer their own programs to assist seniors with housing costs. These can include property tax relief programs, rental assistance programs, and programs that offer affordable senior housing options.
- Veterans Affairs (VA): The VA offers several programs for veterans, including the Aid and Attendance benefit, which provides monthly payments to veterans who require the aid of another person, or are housebound, to help cover the cost of care in homes, nursing homes, and assisted living facilities.
- Social Security: While Social Security primarily provides retirement income, for many seniors, these benefits are a crucial part of their budget, including housing costs.
How do you pick the homes you recommend?
Before recommending homes, we conduct a thorough evaluation on crucial factors that define a senior home such as the quality of care they provide, the reputation of the organization, and a comprehensive review of community testimonials as well. Every detail is assessed to assure that seniors are offered not just senior care options, but trustworthy homes where they can experience the care that they deserve.
Do you help families that need Medicaid?
Yes. Assisting families who need Medicaid is important to us as it plays a crucial role in offering financial support to seniors confronting economic challenges. We would like to keep essential healthcare services accessible to all community members, irrespective of one’s financial circumstances.
How much does this service cost?
We extend our services at no cost, ensuring that families and seniors can benefit from tailored assistance in their search for care and home options. Our ability to offer personalized guidance without charge to families and seniors is made possible through the support and funding from the communities with which we team up.
What services do you offer?
- Finding and ranking the best assisted living facilities
- Finding and ranking the best nursing homes
- Finding and ranking the best memory care facilities
- Our concierge service helps seniors move into the perfect home for them
- Helping seniors use medicare, medicaid, and other government programs to pay for their homes
- Helping seniors avoid senior homes that have bad service or fraud
- Autobiography & Family History Writing + Research
- Senior-focused concierge medicine
- Senior-focused nutritionist
- Senior-focused personal training
- Memory care specialists
- Custom wheelchairs at all price points.
- Custom hearing aids
- Cosmetic skincare + dermatology
- Companionship: We offer in-person and virtual companionship services. Someone engaging to hang out with or talk to on video chat.
- Senior housing concierge. Our service finds the best senior living options based on your needs, income, and personality.
Published on
Updated on
Feedback
Write a review for Morning Pointe of Chattanooga at Shallowford
Rate your overall experience with this community
Frequently Asked Questions about Assisted Living in Chattanooga, TN
What is the average cost of assisted living in Chattanooga, TN?
The average monthly cost of assisted living in Chattanooga, TN is approximately $4,500. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.
What is the price range for assisted living in Chattanooga, TN?
Assisted living in Chattanooga, TN typically ranges from $4,000–$6,600 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.
What is the typical staff-to-resident ratio at assisted living facilities in Chattanooga, TN?
Assisted living facilities in Chattanooga, TN typically operate with a staff-to-resident ratio in the range of 1:6 to 1:12.
How many licensed assisted living facilities are there in Chattanooga, TN?
According to state licensing records, there are approximately ~20–25 licensed assisted living facilities in Chattanooga, 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.
