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Best Assisted Living in Rutherford County, TN

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 4 assisted living communities in Rutherford County, 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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Feb 2026
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Avg Walk Score: 45/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Rutherford County, 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: 89The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Rutherford County, 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.

The Bridge at Hickory Woods
AL
NH
RC
Antioch
143
Facility 143
TN AVG 88
Rank #45 / 426
No
57
Facility 57
TN AVG 34
Rank #81 / 553
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
25
Facility 25
TN AVG 27
Rank #245 / 385
78.3%
Facility 78.3%
TN AVG 73.7%
Rank #131 / 287
A+Stacy MartinezHighland Park Alf Operations, LLC
22 days
Facility 22 days
TN AVG 465
Rank #196 / 201
Park View Meadows
AL
NH
HC
RC
Murfreesboro (Haynes Haven)
42
Facility 42
TN AVG 88
Rank #381 / 426
Yes
50
Facility 50
TN AVG 34
Rank #139 / 553
Studio / 1 Bed
27
Facility 27
TN AVG 27
Rank #183 / 385
86.9%
Facility 86.9%
TN AVG 73.7%
Rank #74 / 287
A+Brittany DadyMurfreesboro Residential, LLC
107 days
Facility 107 days
TN AVG 465
Rank #181 / 201
Traditions of Smyrna
AL
IL
MC
Smyrna (Sterling At Sonecrest Apartment Homes)
110
Facility 110
TN AVG 88
Rank #119 / 426
Yes
20
Facility 20
TN AVG 34
Rank #378 / 553
Studio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
7
Facility 7
TN AVG 27
Rank #353 / 385
97.3%
Facility 97.3%
TN AVG 73.7%
Rank #20 / 287
-Abra KentNic Smyrna Senior, LLC
570 days
Facility 570 days
TN AVG 465
Rank #71 / 201
Azalea Court Senior Living
AL
ADC
HC
MC
RC
Smyrna
62
Facility 62
TN AVG 88
Rank #282 / 426
Yes
53
Facility 53
TN AVG 34
Rank #108 / 553
Studio / 1 Bed
27
Facility 27
TN AVG 27
Rank #183 / 385
-A+Janel PittmanSmyrna Residential, LLC-
Overview of The Bridge at Hickory Woods

Nestled in the welcoming neighborhood of Antioch, TN, The Bridge at Hickory Woods is a dedicated senior living community focusing on assisted living and respite services. Spacious and well-appointed accommodations with several floor plans are available for its residents based on their tastes or preferences. With its highly equipped and compassionate team, residents can receive 24/7 care and flexible living options catering to their immediate needs and interests.

Experience its above-and-beyond amenities and services wherein residents can enjoy tasty and healthy meals, weekly housekeeping and laundry services, and transportation services. Engage in a full calendar of social activities and other life enrichment programs to boost engagement. At The Bridge at Hickory Woods, seniors can enjoy a wonderful retirement.

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Overview of Park View Meadows

Nestled in the serene surroundings of Murfreesboro, TN, Park View Meadows provides compassionate senior living options catered to each resident’s needs. The community offers assisted living, respite care, rehabilitation, hospice care, and an Adult Day Club. A committed team of professionals offers licensed round-the-clock support, including assistance with daily living activities and medication administration to guarantee residents’ comfort and safety at all times.

At Park View Meadows, they promote socializing and mental stimulation through an array of engaging activities and wellness programs, including volunteering, religious services, meditation classes, and group outings. Recognized as a Best Assisted Living community by the U.S. News and World Report, Park View Meadows is guaranteed to provide each resident with exceptional care and support. With deliciously prepared meals, convenient services, and fun activities, every resident feels at home, surrounded by care, support, and meaningful connections.

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Overview of Traditions of Smyrna

Based in the vibrant community of Smyrna, TN, the Traditions of Smyrna is an esteemed senior living community offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care services. Here, well-appointed and comfortable accommodations with several floor plans are available for its residents. Having a highly equipped and dedicated team, residents can receive round-the-clock care and services whenever needed. As for memory care, those with cognitive conditions are served with evidence-based and activity-centered approaches to personalize care plans.

With its top-notch amenities and services, residents can enjoy three delightful and nutritious meals, weekly housekeeping and maintenance services, medication management, and many more. Meet new people and create meaningful memories through its social activities and wellness programs. With Traditions of Smyrna, seniors can enjoy a glorious living experience.

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Overview of Azalea Court Senior Living

Azalea Court Senior Living is an intimate senior living community in Smyrna, TN, offering assisted living, memory care, respite care, rehabilitation, hospice care, and an exclusive Adult Day Club. The community makes sure residents’ varying needs are met with compassionate care and support provided by a dedicated and hardworking care team, available 24/7. Residents have access to an array of care and supportive services, including assistance with bathing, dressing or medication management, as well as a compassionate memory care program that helps residents dealing with memory loss to live comfortably.

Here, no resident gets bored with a broad range of regularly organized activities, events, and health & wellness programs, including, volunteering programs, meditation classes, local outings, fun games, and various classes. The community ensures residents always have the energy to engage and interact with fellow residents through their thoughtfully prepared meals that are made with local and fresh ingredients. With convenient services like medication delivery, assistance with daily living activities, and meal preparation, residents are sure to thrive and flourish in Azalea Court Senior Living.

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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 Rutherford County, 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.

What is assisted living?

Assisted living combines private or semi-private apartments with help on activities of daily living (meals, bathing, dressing, medication management) and a social calendar — for residents who need some support but do not need 24/7 medical care.

How many assisted living facilities are listed on this page?

This page features 4 assisted living facilities in Rutherford County, TN. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right assisted living facility in Rutherford County, TN?

Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Rutherford County, TN, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.

What should I look for when visiting assisted living facilities in Rutherford County, TN?

Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.