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Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 300 assisted living communities in 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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Avg Monthly Cost: $5,686The average monthly cost across facilities in Tennessee. Reflects published or estimated base rates and can vary with care level, room type, and amenities. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: $5,600
Avg Walk Score: 34/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Tennessee. 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: 88The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Tennessee. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

Compare Assisted Living around Tennessee

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.

The Health Center at Standifer Place
AL
ADC
HC
HOS
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Chattanooga (Walker Road)
125
Facility 125
TN AVG 88
Rank #67 / 425
No
38
Facility 38
TN AVG 34
Rank #248 / 551
-
34
Facility 34
TN AVG 27
Rank #49 / 386
33.6% A+David BoozerMaturecare Of Standifer Place, LLC
4 days
Facility 4 days
TN AVG 457
Rank #182 / 183
12927.9%72.1%0%1.6%3.1%7.8%10.9%27.9%14.7%34.1%2.3%96.1%1.6%
NHC Place Cool Springs
AL
HOS
MC
NH
SNF
Franklin (Cool Springs)
108
Facility 108
TN AVG 88
Rank #123 / 425
No
34
Facility 34
TN AVG 34
Rank #279 / 551
-
22
Facility 22
TN AVG 27
Rank #271 / 386
67.6% -Anthony Todd MooreNhc Healthcare/Cool Springs, LLC
504 days
Facility 504 days
TN AVG 457
Rank #81 / 183
12129.8%70.2%0%0%0.8%5%12.4%24%21.5%36.4%0.8%95.9%3.3%
The Heritage at Brentwood
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Brentwood
66
Facility 66
TN AVG 88
Rank #266 / 425
No
7
Facility 7
TN AVG 34
Rank #469 / 551
1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed
26
Facility 26
TN AVG 27
Rank #231 / 386
89.7% A+-----------------
Kirby Pines
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Memphis
120
Facility 120
TN AVG 88
Rank #81 / 425
Yes
31
Facility 31
TN AVG 34
Rank #303 / 551
1 Bed / 2 Bed-0-Anna BradfordPsalms, Inc---------------
Brookdale Green Hills Cumberland
AL
MC
Nashville (Green Hills)
149
Facility 149
TN AVG 88
Rank #39 / 425
Yes
25
Facility 25
TN AVG 34
Rank #349 / 551
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
48
Facility 48
TN AVG 27
Rank #14 / 386
73.8% A+Timothy SovieBkd Green Hills Cumberland, LLC
437 days
Facility 437 days
TN AVG 457
Rank #92 / 183
17732.2%67.8%0%0%1.7%5.1%11.9%19.2%23.7%38.4%1.1%97.7%1.1%
Belmont Village Senior Living Memphis
AL
IL
MC
Memphis
120
Facility 120
TN AVG 88
Rank #81 / 425
No
55
Facility 55
TN AVG 34
Rank #94 / 551
-
28
Facility 28
TN AVG 27
Rank #169 / 386
85.0% A+Stephanie CrumpBelmont Village Memphis Tenant, LLC
663 days
Facility 663 days
TN AVG 457
Rank #38 / 183
9338.7%61.3%2.2%5.4%8.6%9.7%17.2%28%15.1%14%3.2%95.7%1.1%
Belmont Village Memphis
AL
MC
RC
Memphis
120
Facility 120
TN AVG 88
Rank #81 / 425
Yes
55
Facility 55
TN AVG 34
Rank #94 / 551
Studio / 1 Bed
28
Facility 28
TN AVG 27
Rank #169 / 386
85.0% A+Stephanie CrumpBelmont Village Memphis Tenant, LLC
663 days
Facility 663 days
TN AVG 457
Rank #38 / 183
9338.7%61.3%2.2%5.4%8.6%9.7%17.2%28%15.1%14%3.2%95.7%1.1%
Abundant Christian Living Community Assisted Living Center
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Johnson City
24
Facility 24
TN AVG 88
Rank #415 / 425
No
2
Facility 2
TN AVG 34
Rank #505 / 551
-
20
Facility 20
TN AVG 27
Rank #281 / 386
75.0% -Kelly Bradish-
146 days
Facility 146 days
TN AVG 457
Rank #158 / 183
3438.2%61.8%0%0%0%5.9%0%20.6%17.6%55.9%-97.1%2.9%
Brookdale Kingsport
AL
Kingsport (North John B Dennis Highway)
70
Facility 70
TN AVG 88
Rank #249 / 425
Yes
19
Facility 19
TN AVG 34
Rank #385 / 551
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
48
Facility 48
TN AVG 27
Rank #14 / 386
-A+Marjorie Leanne McconnellBkd Kingsport, LLC
478 days
Facility 478 days
TN AVG 457
Rank #86 / 183
5724.6%75.4%0%0%5.3%3.5%3.5%17.5%33.3%36.8%1.8%98.2%-
The Bridge at Hickory Woods
AL
NH
RC
Antioch
143
Facility 143
TN AVG 88
Rank #45 / 425
No
57
Facility 57
TN AVG 34
Rank #81 / 551
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
25
Facility 25
TN AVG 27
Rank #248 / 386
78.3% A+Stacy MartinezHighland Park Alf Operations, LLC
22 days
Facility 22 days
TN AVG 457
Rank #178 / 183
8135.8%64.2%0%0%4.9%7.4%9.9%23.5%22.2%32.1%12.3%87.7%-
The Bridge Assisted Living at Life Care Center of Sparta
AL
NH
SNF
Sparta
60
Facility 60
TN AVG 88
Rank #289 / 425
No
44
Facility 44
TN AVG 34
Rank #196 / 551
-
25
Facility 25
TN AVG 27
Rank #248 / 386
--Justin Freeman----------------
Princeton Transitional Care & Assisted Living
AL
NH
RC
SNF
Johnson City
79
Facility 79
TN AVG 88
Rank #215 / 425
Yes
2
Facility 2
TN AVG 34
Rank #505 / 551
-
7
Facility 7
TN AVG 27
Rank #357 / 386
73.4% -Keith Boyce----------------
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%-
The Pavilion Senior Living
AL
IL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Lebanon
74
Facility 74
TN AVG 88
Rank #230 / 425
Yes
2
Facility 2
TN AVG 34
Rank #505 / 551
----Victoria Harrison----------------
Stones River Manor, Inc.
AL
ADC
IL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Murfreesboro
30
Facility 30
TN AVG 88
Rank #410 / 425
No
5
Facility 5
TN AVG 34
Rank #478 / 551
-
7
Facility 7
TN AVG 27
Rank #357 / 386
85.7% -Amanda Pullias----------------
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Overview of Royal Retreat Assisted Living

Operating for two decades, Royal Retreat Assisted Living is a community that administrator Manivannan Sivalingam manages. It offers assisted living and independent living options in the Hickory Hill neighborhood of Memphis, Tennessee. The 99-bed home operated by Rakshan Residency functions in a single-story building with studio, one-, and two-bedroom floor plans.

The facility serves occupants via a blend of on-site support and engagement. Licensed nurses and personal care staff work 24/7 to assist with medications, personal care, and daily living activities. Beyond direct care, the community provides housekeeping and transportation services to bolster residents’ daily needs. The home actively encourages resident participation in social and recreational gatherings and offers engaging activities all year. Averaging a stay length of 272 days, Royal Retreat Assisted Living currently serves 43 residents, indicating a mix of occupants in short-term and longer-term care. It accepts Medicaid through Tennessee’s CHOICES Program, which provides a route for eligible residents to access care. Pets are welcome, a crucial amenity for many families desiring to keep beloved companions close during this life stage. The location scores 37 on the walkability scale, meaning some nearby services and errands can be done on foot, with most trips requiring transportation. The facility sits about 2.7 miles from Methodist Le Bonheur Germantown Hospital, making medical access easy for occupants and their families.

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Overview of The Lantern at Morning Pointe Clinton

Settled in Clinton, TN, The Lantern at Morning Pointe Clinton is a thriving senior living community that offers comprehensive memory care services. Dedicated to making the lives of residents dealing with memory loss much easier, the community provides compassionate memory care services, including access to a 24/7 clinical team on-site. The community collaborates closely with residents, their families, and other health care providers in creating a care plan that best fits their needs.

Committed to helping residents retain their independence for as long as they could, the community offers access to on-site physical, occupational, and speech therapy services. Residents are also free to participate in the activity of their choosing, such as sensory programs, cognitive programs, intergenerational programming, live entertainment, and organized group outings. With specially prepared meals by the culinary team with local farm-fresh food, residents are guaranteed to receive the nourishment they need to continue living a meaningful life.

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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 Eiffel Gardens

Located in Paris, TN, Eiffel Gardens is a unique senior living community that offers a cozy and welcoming environment for its residents with access to an array of care options, including assisted living, respite care, rehabilitation, hospice care, and an Adult Day Club. Residents’ comfort and safety are prioritized with carefully built accommodations equipped with a full private bath and kitchenette, individual heat and A/C, and Wireless Internet for entertainment or communicating with long-distance family members and friends. With 24-hour licensed care and access to an array or rehabilitative services, including physical, speech, and occupational therapy, residents are guaranteed to maintain their overall well-being.

The community aims to give seniors a cozy and stimulating environment with various on-site activities and programs to complement various lifestyle choices. Residents are guaranteed to be healthy each day with chef-prepared meals that are carefully prepared to taste good and give residents all the nutrients they need to stay healthy. Pets are also welcomed to provide residents companionship and foster a sense of purpose from having the opportunity to care for another being.

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Overview of RiverWick

Ideally located in Savannah, TN, RiverWick is a paradisal senior living community that offers assisted living, respite care, rehabilitation, hospice care, and an Adult Day Club. Recognized as a Best Assisted living community by the U.S. News and World Report, the community proves its excellence in delivering compassionate care and services. Residents are provided with all the services they need to enjoy a fulfilling and convenient way of living, including 24-hour personal care, meal preparation, and medication management.

Every day is a chance to live vibrantly with a wide range of interesting and enriching activities, events, and wellness programs. Residents also enjoy a personalized dining experience, consisting of carefully prepared meals that cater to their dietary needs and tastes. With various therapy services, such as physical, occupational and speech therapies, residents are guaranteed to maintain their capabilities to continue living a vibrant and meaningful retirement life.

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Overview of Charter Senior Living of Jefferson City

Discover an inspiring and supportive lifestyle that meets your changing needs at Charter Senior Living of Jefferson City, an elegant senior living community in Jackson, TN, offering assisted living, memory care, and short term stays. The community features elegantly designed accommodations, complemented with 24/7 assistance and support by well-experienced caregivers. Wellness assessments by a licensed nurse and emergency call system in each apartment contributes to residents’ peace of mind, knowing they have access to all the support they need.

Located in a scenic, countryside neighborhood, the community provides beautiful mountain views and easy access to popular shopping and entertainment places, providing a vibrant lifestyle. A wide array of convenient amenities and services further enhances residents’ vibrant experience. These amenities include delicious, well-balanced meals, worship services, fitness classes, cultural and recreational opportunities, and inviting spaces like a reading lounge, card room, salon, courtyard and garden.

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Overview of Heritage Assisted Living – Fountain City

Heritage Assisted Living – Fountain City offers a close-knit community to call home in Knoxville, TN. This one-story home is in a quiet and safe neighborhood. Explore and enjoy being close to several attractions in Knoxville, including the Knoxville Museum of Art and the McClung Museum of Natural History and Culture while the local senior center is also close to shopping centers and restaurants.

This community encourages you to become active in the community and offers scheduled activities and social events for you to partake in. There are a limited number of community members, so there are plenty of opportunities to get to know your neighbors. The on-site salon shop is another convenient opportunity and will keep you looking your best. Enjoy three nutritious meals every day, and housekeeping services. Experience the warmth and hospitality of Heritage Assisted Living in Fountain City.

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Overview of The Village at Bellevue

Nestled in the heart of Nashville, Tennessee, The Village at Bellevue stands as a premier senior living community offering a harmonious blend of Assisted Living, Memory Care, and Respite Care services. Embracing a philosophy that champions personal freedom, the community is dedicated to providing the care and support older adults sometimes need while fostering an environment of independence. The idyllic campus, just steps away from downtown Nashville, sets the stage for a vibrant and engaging lifestyle.

The team of expert caregivers at The Village at Bellevue is committed to ensuring residents experience the utmost convenience, with a helping hand always within reach. Around-the-clock availability ensures prompt attention to any maintenance needs, allowing residents to enjoy their lives without the burden of household concerns fully. More than a living space, The Village at Bellevue strives to be a hub where residents effortlessly connect with the people, places, and activities that infuse purpose and joy into their lives. It’s a haven where personalized care meets a commitment to enhancing the overall well-being and independence of each resident.

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Overview of Village Manor Assisted Living

Equipped with every comfort and convenience for a cozy senior living experience, Village Manor, located in Lewisburg, TN is a remarkable senior living community offering assisted living and respite care. The community features a studio and one-bedroom floor plan that can be personalized and decorated to suit residents’ unique tastes and requirements. With 24-hour assistance from their licensed nursing associate, residents are supported and cared for anytime of the day.

At Village Manor, residents are encouraged to participate in activities that promote holistic wellness, including musical performances, exercise classes, cognitive and physical stimulation games, and spiritual gatherings. The community also offers various amenities for residents’ convenience and enjoyment, including beautiful gathering spaces, salon services, and laundry and housekeeping services. Village Manor understands the importance of independence and staying involved with seniors and aims to help them maintain it for as long as possible through their compassionate care and services.

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Overview of Alexander Guest House

Located in the peaceful town of Oak Ridge, TN, Alexander Guest House prioritizes a comprehensive range of health services, including assisted living and memory care services. The community offers a luxurious living community that includes an all-inclusive pricing that ensures your comfort and preferences. Residents can choose from among 64 thoughtfully designed private and shared apartments that meet luxury and budget tailored to fit unique lifestyles.

This exceptional community features a wide array of activities such as hosts events, family nights, and Bible studies. Enjoy the activities well-tailored for its residents and make new friends. Amenities also abound in this community with a hobby area, library, TV lounge, and garden area, where residents can relax and enjoy. At Alexander Guest House, opportunities for new experiences are limitless.

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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 Tennessee

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 300 assisted living facilities in Tennessee. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right assisted living facility in Tennessee?

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 Tennessee, 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 Tennessee?

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.