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Best Assisted Living in Rutherford County, TN

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 2 assisted living communities in Rutherford County, TN using TN Dept. of Health (TDH) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank assisted living in TN
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Jordan Weiss, PhD
Last updated
We analyzed These are the facilities in Rutherford County, TN our team has analyzed — not a count of every assisted living provider in Rutherford County, TN.
2 homes
Other senior care options in Rutherford County:
Memory Care Nursing Homes Independent Living
Avg Walk Score: 37/ 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: 86The 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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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. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. ADC (Adult Day Care): Daytime supervision, health monitoring, and social activities for seniors who live at home.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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.
Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
Typical or reported average length of stay for residents, when the state publishes this aggregate figure.
Percentage of residents reported as male in state demographics, shown as a whole-number percent.
Percentage of residents reported as female in state demographics, shown as a whole-number percent.
Azalea Court Senior Living
AL
ADC
HOS
MC
RC
Smyrna
62
Facility 62
TN AVG 88
Rank #282 / 425
Yes
53
Facility 53
TN AVG 36
Rank #108 / 520
Studio / 1 Bed
27
Facility 27
TN AVG 27
Rank #191 / 386
-A+Janel PittmanSmyrna Residential, LLC-3132.3%67.7%6.5%12.9%22.6%22.6%16.1%19.4%22.6%77.4%-
Traditions of Smyrna
AL
IL
MC
Smyrna
110
Facility 110
TN AVG 88
Rank #119 / 425
Yes
20
Facility 20
TN AVG 36
Rank #379 / 520
Studio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
7
Facility 7
TN AVG 27
Rank #357 / 386
 97.3% -Abra KentNic Smyrna Senior, LLC
570 days
Facility 570 days
TN AVG 459
Rank #62 / 182
10534.3%65.7%1.9%3.8%14.3%28.6%24.8%26.7%4.8%93.3%1.9%

Rank badges are statewide: each community is ranked against every TN community we track that reports that metric, not just the 2 analyzed for Rutherford County.

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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.

Phone: (615) 355-9900

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Overview of Traditions of Smyrna
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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.

Phone: (615) 462-8888

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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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No paid rankings Communities cannot pay to influence placement.
Data source Tennessee Department of Health (TDH)
How we're paid: If we help you find a community and you move in, that community may pay us a referral fee. This never affects where they rank or what you pay. Learn more
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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 2 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.

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