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| Holston Health And Rehabilitation Center |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
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. | Knoxville | 94 | No | 2 | - | 30 | 81.9% | - | Daniel Graham Mckenzie | Nhc Healthcare/Holston Hills, Llc | - |
| Morning Pointe of Knoxville |
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. | Knoxville | 81 | Yes | 2 | Studio / Alcove / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 7 | 80.2% | - | Kristy Ritch | Westland Medical Investors Llc | 620 days |
| Clarendale at Indian Lake |
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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. | Hendersonville (Indian Lake Boulevard) | 78 | No | 38 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 6 | 93.6% | A+ | Mitchell Metzger | Hendersonville Tn Senior Living Leaseco, | 508 days |
| Morning Pointe of Franklin |
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. | Franklin | 80 | Yes | 25 | Studio / Alcove / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 9 | 92.5% | A+ | Jenna Alley | Franklin Tn Medical Investors, Llc | 649 days |
| Charter Senior Living of Cookeville |
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. | Cookeville (Pleasant View) | 84 | Yes | 36 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 27 | - | - | Dawn Smith-Huckeby | Snh Tenn Tenant Llc | 691 days |
| Morning Pointe of Spring Hill |
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. | Spring Hill | 80 | Yes | 24 | Studio / Alcove / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 8 | 87.5% | - | Alicia Armstrong | Spring Hill Medical Investors Llc | 554 days |
| Schilling Gardens Senior Living |
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.
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.
HC Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.
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. | Collierville | 78 | Yes | 29 | Studio / 1 Bed | 44 | 61.5% | A+ | Heather Overall | Southside Nursing , Llc | 433 days |
| Rain Forest Landings |
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. | Knoxville (Truewood By Merrill) | 62 | No | 18 | Suite | 13 | 95.2% | - | Nicole Mccrory | Landings Operator, Llc | 327 days |
| The Health Center at Standifer Place |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
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 (Walker Road) | 125 | No | 38 | - | 34 | 33.6% | A+ | David Boozer | Maturecare Of Standifer Place, Llc | 4 days |
| 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 |
| TerraBella Athens |
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. | Athens (Bohannon Addition) | 74 | No | 55 | - | 27 | 44.6% | - | Mendy Howard | Athens Al/Mc, Llc | 131 days |
| Morning Pointe of Powell |
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. | Powell (Powells Crossroads) | 80 | Yes | 5 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 11 | 87.5% | - | Michael Tonietti | Powell Medical Investors, Llc | 654 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 |
| Pinnacle 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. | Knoxville (Waterville Lane) | 74 | Yes | 5 | Private Rooms | - | 63.5% | - | Beth Anne Watts | Altillo, Llc | 666 days |
| Northshore Heights |
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. | Knoxville (Rocky Hill Center) | 74 | No | 6 | Studio / 1 Bed | - | 82.4% | - | Carrie Catherwood | Northshore Heights, Llc | 716 days |
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Overview of Viva Senior Living at Franklin
Experience the best of your retirement at Viva Senior Living at Franklin, an idyllic retreat in Winchester, TN, offering assisted living. Residents receive top-notch care for their daily living activities from a respectful and well-trained team available around the clock. Beautifully furnished and cozy accommodations are also available in a nurturing and welcoming environment, ensuring residents feel at ease during their stay.
Residents will not run out of things to do with a jam-packed calendar of fun recreational activities and enriching programs. Delicious and healthy gourmet dining is also available, ensuring residents have a delightful dining experience. Medication management and transportation services are also provided for residents’ convenience and safety. This community is ideal for those looking to spend their golden years blissfully, especially with its dedicated services and state-of-the-art amenities.
What does this home offer?
Room Sizes: 275 / 375 / 700 sq. ft
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: Single-story
Dining Services
Beauty Services
Transportation Services
Housekeeping Services
Social and Recreational Activities
Exercise Programs
Health Programs
Experience the charm and warmth of Lakewood Place in Loudon, TN, a premier destination where exceptional care meets vibrant living. With a comprehensive onsite assisted living service that ensures personalized support for every resident with the help of its well-devoted, experienced, and trained team. The community offers a range of amenities designed to enhance resident’s comfort and lifestyle. Moreover, it features thirty-four spacious apartment homes with modern finishes and fully equipped kitchens. With beautifully landscaped grounds, walking paths, and outdoor seating areas.
Exceptional on-site amenities include a fitness center, a library, and a community room for social activities. The community also provides convenient services such as maintenance support, laundry facilities, and scheduled transportation. At Lakewood Place, everyday is an opportunity to make each day more fulfilling.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Private / Companion Suites
Building Type: 3-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Overview of Diversicare of Martin
Experience unrivaled care and assistance with Diversicare of Martin, a distinguished senior living community in Mount Pelia Road, Martin, TN, offering various care services including complex medical care, memory care, long-term care, short-stay rehabilitation, and hospice care. With a team of compassionate and specially trained professionals available around the clock, seniors can rest assured of receiving the utmost care for their every need. The community goes above and beyond to provide a safe place for seniors to flourish and live their lives to the fullest.
The community respects residents’ autonomy and ensures they receive the help they need and prefer while retaining their independence. Enriching activities and stimulating programs are also conducted to keep residents happy and moving. Diversicare of Martin is a haven for seniors in need of assistance in their daily living especially with its comprehensive care services.
What does this home offer?
Total Residents: 150 Residents
Overview of Germantown Plantation Senior Living Community
Enjoy the comforts of home without the responsibility of maintaining it at Germantown Plantation, a dependable senior living community in Shelby County, Germantown, TN, offering independent living and assisted living. Residents enjoy their peace of mind with emergency call pendants that immediately alerts the dedicated team of licensed nurses to their aid 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The community offers spacious apartments in multiple floor plans and equipped with modern conveniences and high ceilings or plenty of natural light and good ventilation.
Various supportive services, including weekly housekeeping, laundry services, transportation to appointments, and meal room service during illness are provided to make residents’ lives easier and convenient. Three nutritious and tasty chef-prepared meals are provided to ensure residents are always eating on time and healthily with the supervision of a licensed nutritionist. Residents also enjoy various amenities for entertainment and relaxation, including a 50 seat movie theater, indoor swimming pool and Jacuzzi, fitness center, game room, and a jam-packed calendar of activities.
What does this home offer?
Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: 3-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Located in Cordova, TN, StoryPoint Cordova (HarborChase) is a dedicated senior living community that offers independent living, assisted living and memory care. Residents enjoy a maintenance-free lifestyle in their snug and elegant accommodations, with a wide selection of floor plans to choose from. The community provides various assistance to those needing extra care and support, including 24-hour licensed support, help with daily living activities, companion care, and mobility assistance.
With just the right amount of care and support, residents can continue living an independent lifestyle with plenty of time for leisure and enrichment. The community conducts a wide array of interesting activities and fitness programs to keep residents active, healthy, and entertained. Residents also enjoy a personalized dining experience, consisting of carefully prepared meals that cater to their dietary needs and tastes. Here, residents are given access to the necessities of a fulfilling retirement life.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: 3-story
Overview of The Lantern at Morning Pointe Collegedale
Located in Collegedale, TN, The Lantern at Morning Pointe Collegedale is an exceptional senior living community that offers exceptional memory care services for seniors dealing with the challenges of Alzheimer’s and memory loss. The community is designed as a comfortable, one-story, home-like memory care community that empowers seniors to live a fulfilling life with the help of licensed nurses and clinical carers available 24/7. Residents enjoy the comfort of having access to services like personal care, medication management, and escorting services.
Encouraging residents to continue living an active and stimulating lifestyle, the community provides an array of well-curated activities for residents’ physical, social, and cognitive needs. A culinary team prepares nutritious and delicious meals to make sure residents eat good and feel good. Common spaces like a salon, walking trails, and beautifully maintained patios and courtyards, fosters both social interaction and relaxation. Most of the chores are handled so residents can sit back and relax for as much as they want.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Studio
Building Type: Single-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Situated in Memphis, TN, StoryPoint Germantown (HarborChase) is a dynamic senior living community that offers assisted living and memory care. Residents benefit from 24-hour licensed support provided by professionally trained employees who care for every resident like they’re family. Offering a wide array of open-concept floor plans, the community ensures residents can freely move around their residences while enjoying utmost comfort and convenience.
The community takes care of the hassle of housekeeping, laundry, and transportation to make residents’ daily life much easier and convenient. Here, residents enjoy plenty of free time to spend on invigorating activities, events, and wellness programs. Delicious meals that are carefully prepared to satisfy residents’ needs and preferences are served daily, saving them from the hassle of cooking and cleaning. With spacious and inviting community amenities like a salon, activity room, cozy lounge, and an outdoor courtyard with fountain and seating, residents have plenty of space to make new connections or simply relax and enjoy their personal time.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: 3-story
Transportation Services
Overview of Highlands Health and Rehabilitation Center
Step into the embrace of Highlands Health and Rehabilitation Center, where compassion and healing intertwine to create a home. As one of the best care nursing homes in Memphis, Tennessee, this haven radiates the reassuring charm of a reliable sanctuary for seniors. From personalized nursing home services to short-term rehabilitation and long-term care options, every resident’s unique journey is met with expert care and heartfelt dedication.
Healthcare professionals and specialists stand ready, ensuring that residents receive the finest attention tailored to their individual needs. While the center’s commitment to top-notch medical care is unwavering, it’s the holistic approach that truly sets it apart. Amidst a library’s tranquility and the vibrant energy of a community garden, residents find inspiration. Nutritious daily meals cater to both taste and health, and the convenience of nursing home services like housekeeping, laundry, and scheduled transportation elevates the living experience. Beyond the essentials, Highlands nurtures a sense of community through a diverse array of nursing home activities, from engaging art sessions and soul-soothing music to social gatherings and pet visits.
Overview of Belmont Village Green Hills
Nestled in the Green Hills area and just south of downtown Nashville, they’re close to plenty of shopping, dining, and entertainment options. From high-end boutiques and designers to local listening rooms and public parks, Green Hills has a little something for every occasion. Just a quick drive to Route 431 and downtown Nashville attractions, the convenient location puts them minutes away from the famous Bluebird Café, Vanderbilt University, and major hospitals, including the TriStar Centennial and Saint Thomas Midtown.
Experience innovative programming, compassionate care, and gracious hospitality at Belmont Village Green Hills. From a well-trained staff available around the clock to our assisted living and award-winning memory care services, you’ll find just the right balance of senior care and supportive services that suit your lifestyle. Their goal is to provide a way for seniors to lead happy, independent lives in a nurturing environment.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed
Building Type: 3-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Richland Place Healthcare Center is the premier luxurious skilled nursing and rehabilitation home in Nashville. The upscale nursing home promotes a warm and welcoming atmosphere delivered by their patient-friendly staff to offer the best care possible for their residents– providing a safe and secure environment that cares for every patient’s needs. Richland Place is surely the community where residents thrive.
Richland Place boasts comprehensive rehabilitative programs that provide convenience and make situations comfortable for seniors. They house state-of-the-art technologies that help recover a range of medical conditions and assistance– ADLs, 24-hour nursing care, and wound care; as well as physical, occupational, and speech therapy– while simultaneously ensuring that seniors receive holistic wellness.
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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.
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Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.
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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.
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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 9 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.
