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Compare Assisted Living around Tennessee
The information below is reported by the Tennessee Department of Health, Division of Health Care Facilities.
| Clarendale at Indian Lake |
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.
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).
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
Facility
78
TN AVG
88
Rank
#216 / 426 | No |
38
Facility
38
TN AVG
34
Rank
#248 / 553 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 6
Facility
6
TN AVG
27
Rank
#362 / 385 |
93.6%
Facility
93.6%
TN AVG
73.7%
Rank
#36 / 287 | A+ | Mitchell Metzger | Hendersonville Tn Senior Living Leaseco, | 508 days
Facility
508 days
TN AVG
465
Rank
#91 / 201 |
| 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
Facility
80
TN AVG
88
Rank
#207 / 426 | Yes |
25
Facility
25
TN AVG
34
Rank
#349 / 553 | Studio / Alcove / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 9
Facility
9
TN AVG
27
Rank
#337 / 385 |
92.5%
Facility
92.5%
TN AVG
73.7%
Rank
#38 / 287 | A+ | Jenna Alley | Franklin Tn Medical Investors, LLC | 649 days
Facility
649 days
TN AVG
465
Rank
#52 / 201 |
| Schilling Gardens 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.
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.
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. | Collierville | 78
Facility
78
TN AVG
88
Rank
#216 / 426 | Yes |
29
Facility
29
TN AVG
34
Rank
#317 / 553 | Studio / 1 Bed | 44
Facility
44
TN AVG
27
Rank
#38 / 385 |
61.5%
Facility
61.5%
TN AVG
73.7%
Rank
#215 / 287 | A+ | Heather Overall | Southside Nursing , LLC | 433 days
Facility
433 days
TN AVG
465
Rank
#107 / 201 |
| 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
Facility
81
TN AVG
88
Rank
#204 / 426 | Yes |
26
Facility
26
TN AVG
34
Rank
#341 / 553 | Studio / Alcove / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 6
Facility
6
TN AVG
27
Rank
#362 / 385 |
86.4%
Facility
86.4%
TN AVG
73.7%
Rank
#79 / 287 | A+ | Ian Shives | East Hamilton Medical Investors, LLC | 412 days
Facility
412 days
TN AVG
465
Rank
#113 / 201 |
| Somerby 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.
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.
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. | Franklin | 96
Facility
96
TN AVG
88
Rank
#169 / 426 | No |
51
Facility
51
TN AVG
34
Rank
#127 / 553 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 8
Facility
8
TN AVG
27
Rank
#345 / 385 |
86.5%
Facility
86.5%
TN AVG
73.7%
Rank
#78 / 287 | A+ | Elizabeth Ecton | Meadow Senior Care, LLC | 258 days
Facility
258 days
TN AVG
465
Rank
#154 / 201 |
| Brookdale Tullahoma |
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. | Tullahoma (Pineview Heights) | 76
Facility
76
TN AVG
88
Rank
#222 / 426 | Yes |
54
Facility
54
TN AVG
34
Rank
#99 / 553 | Private Rooms | 48
Facility
48
TN AVG
27
Rank
#14 / 385 | - | A+ | Robin Kathleen Lyle | Bkd Tullahoma, LLC | 134 days
Facility
134 days
TN AVG
465
Rank
#178 / 201 |
| Rockbridge Oaks |
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 (Concord Heights) | 74
Facility
74
TN AVG
88
Rank
#230 / 426 | Yes |
35
Facility
35
TN AVG
34
Rank
#269 / 553 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 3
Facility
3
TN AVG
27
Rank
#377 / 385 |
51.4%
Facility
51.4%
TN AVG
73.7%
Rank
#250 / 287 | A+ | Tammy Cain | Tn Rockbridge Property LLC | - |
| Brookdale Kingsport |
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.
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). | Kingsport (North John B Dennis Highway) | 70
Facility
70
TN AVG
88
Rank
#249 / 426 | Yes |
19
Facility
19
TN AVG
34
Rank
#386 / 553 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 48
Facility
48
TN AVG
27
Rank
#14 / 385 |
81.2%
Facility
81.2%
TN AVG
73.7%
Rank
#114 / 287 | A+ | Marjorie Leanne Mcconnell | Bkd Kingsport, LLC | 478 days
Facility
478 days
TN AVG
465
Rank
#99 / 201 |
| 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
Facility
65
TN AVG
88
Rank
#273 / 426 | Yes |
29
Facility
29
TN AVG
34
Rank
#317 / 553 | Studio / Alcove / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 19
Facility
19
TN AVG
27
Rank
#283 / 385 |
86.2%
Facility
86.2%
TN AVG
73.7%
Rank
#81 / 287 | A+ | Sarabeth Janae Wilkins | Greenbriar Assisted Living Center, LLC | 449 days
Facility
449 days
TN AVG
465
Rank
#103 / 201 |
| Heritage at Irene Woods |
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.
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. | Collierville (Lakes Of Forest Hill) | 60
Facility
60
TN AVG
88
Rank
#289 / 426 | Yes |
14
Facility
14
TN AVG
34
Rank
#426 / 553 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 13
Facility
13
TN AVG
27
Rank
#314 / 385 |
91.7%
Facility
91.7%
TN AVG
73.7%
Rank
#45 / 287 | A+ | Sam Notowich | Irene Woods Senior Living, L.l.c | 796 days
Facility
796 days
TN AVG
465
Rank
#13 / 201 |
| Walking Horse Meadows |
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. | Clarksville (Evergreen Estates) | 99
Facility
99
TN AVG
88
Rank
#150 / 426 | Yes |
52
Facility
52
TN AVG
34
Rank
#114 / 553 | Alcove / Studio | 29
Facility
29
TN AVG
27
Rank
#161 / 385 | - | A+ | Chanel Smith | Snh Tenn Tenant, LLC | 407 days
Facility
407 days
TN AVG
465
Rank
#116 / 201 |
| The Village at Bellevue |
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. | Nashville (Bellevue) | 99
Facility
99
TN AVG
88
Rank
#150 / 426 | No |
49
Facility
49
TN AVG
34
Rank
#149 / 553 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 23
Facility
23
TN AVG
27
Rank
#261 / 385 | - | B- | Lisa Peek | Bellevue Senior Health, LLC | - |
| Brookdale at Home® Jackson Oaks |
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. | Jackson | 75
Facility
75
TN AVG
88
Rank
#227 / 426 | Yes |
52
Facility
52
TN AVG
34
Rank
#114 / 553 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 16
Facility
16
TN AVG
27
Rank
#302 / 385 |
41.3%
Facility
41.3%
TN AVG
73.7%
Rank
#272 / 287 | A+ | James Clinton Hickerson | Blc Jackson Oaks, LLC | 373 days
Facility
373 days
TN AVG
465
Rank
#125 / 201 |
| StoryPoint Knoxville West |
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) | 100
Facility
100
TN AVG
88
Rank
#141 / 426 | Yes |
11
Facility
11
TN AVG
34
Rank
#445 / 553 | Studio / Suite / 1 Bed | 26
Facility
26
TN AVG
27
Rank
#229 / 385 |
75.0%
Facility
75.0%
TN AVG
73.7%
Rank
#154 / 287 | A- | Linda Womack | Senior Living Manor Group, LLC | 172 days
Facility
172 days
TN AVG
465
Rank
#169 / 201 |
| Brookdale Sandy Springs |
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. | Maryville (Westwood Hills) | 100
Facility
100
TN AVG
88
Rank
#141 / 426 | Yes |
16
Facility
16
TN AVG
34
Rank
#410 / 553 | Studio / Suite / Companion Rooms | 48
Facility
48
TN AVG
27
Rank
#14 / 385 | - | A+ | Alexis Shelton | Bkd Sandy Springs, LLC | 644 days
Facility
644 days
TN AVG
465
Rank
#53 / 201 |
Licensed since 1992, Monroe Health and Rehabilitation Center operates as a voluntary nonprofit skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility in Madisonville, Tennessee. The 81-bed community serves residents across Monroe County and provides short-term rehabilitation, long-term skilled nursing care, and respite care. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are all accepted.
Across six inspections over the past seven to eight years, the facility recorded 19 total citations, above the Tennessee average of 15.4 but at a per-inspection rate of 3.17, which is below the state mean of 4.39. Two of those citations involved abuse and neglect findings in June 2023 and June 2024, both of which were corrected. No federal fines or enforcement actions have been imposed in the past three years.
CMS rates the facility 3 stars overall, with a Health Inspection sub-rating slightly above the Tennessee average; Quality Measures trail the state by 46%, and nurse staffing averages 22% below the Tennessee benchmark at 2 hours and 51 minutes per resident per day.
The center accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay. Therapy and rehabilitation services, including outpatient therapy, are offered on-site, alongside a courtyard, community garden, family visitation room, and spiritual services.
Admissions data show a predominantly private-pay and Medicare population with typical stays of one to three months, consistent with a post-acute orientation. Long-stay residents show notably low antipsychotic use (2.9% vs. a Tennessee average of 16.5%) and hospitalization rates 32% below the state benchmark. Short-stay outcomes are weaker, with emergency department visits and falls with major injury above state norms.
Monroe Health and Rehabilitation Center fits residents seeking short-term post-acute rehabilitation or respite care in a rural Monroe County setting. It also suits longer-term residents whose care needs align with a skilled nursing environment where clinical oversight and staffing depth are not primary selection criteria.
Maplewood Health Care Center is a skilled nursing facility located in Jackson, Tennessee. It offers short-term rehabilitation and long-term care services. The center focuses on providing a loving and encouraging environment for residents to achieve their highest potential in physical, emotional, and social well-being.
Hermitage Health Center is a 70-bed skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility in Elizabethton, Tennessee, operated by Ocoee Hermitage Health Center, LLC, under the administration of Andrew Call. Licensed since 1992, the nonprofit community accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay and provides physical, occupational, and speech therapy alongside memory care services.
CMS rates the facility 5 stars overall, 63.4% above the Tennessee average, driven by an exceptionally clean inspection record. Across three inspections since 2019, the facility recorded 5 citations, compared with a Tennessee average of 15.4; its rate of 1.67 citations per inspection ranks 8th out of 176 Tennessee SNFs. None of the five citations were critical or serious; all were moderate care planning citations that were later corrected. No fines or enforcement actions appear in the record.
Staffing is mixed. Total nurse staffing averages 3 hours and 11 minutes per resident per day, 13% below the Tennessee average, with LPN staffing also below state norms. The offsetting signal is RN staffing, which averages 55 minutes per resident per day, 49% above the state average. Weekend RN staffing is 50% above average, which suggests strong weekly clinical oversight.
The facility’s 94-day average length of stay and rehabilitation service lineup, including PT, OT, and speech therapy, reflect a post-acute orientation. Occupancy rate is 68%, modestly below the state average of 71.6%, indicating current availability.
Hermitage Health Center fits residents seeking short- to mid-term skilled rehabilitation in Carter County, as well as those requiring memory care in a facility with a standout compliance record.
Four Oaks Health Care Center provides long-term care and short-term rehabilitation services for residents in Washington County, Tennessee. The community is a privately owned 26-bed skilled nursing facility in Jonesborough operated by Tammy Edwards.
Four Oaks holds a 2-star overall CMS rating, driven primarily by staffing. Nurse hours average 3 hours and 24 minutes per resident per day, roughly 7% below the Tennessee average of 3 hours and 40 minutes, and 59% below the state benchmark on CMS’s adjusted staffing metric. Health Inspection performance is the one bright spot, scoring 2.7 percentage points above the Tennessee average. Quality Measures trail the state by about 20%.
The facility’s occupancy rate is 62%, below Tennessee’s average of 71.6%, which typically indicates near-term availability. The resident mix is weighted toward long-term care, with a smaller share admitted for short-stay rehabilitation. On-site services include a therapy gym and wellness program, a beauty salon, a courtyard, and scheduled activities and social events.
Four Oaks Health Care Center serves residents seeking long-term skilled nursing care in a small, residential setting in the Jonesborough area, particularly those for whom immediate availability and proximity to Washington County matter more than high staffing ratios or quality-of-care performance.
Huntingdon Health and Rehabilitation Center is a leading provider of long-term skilled nursing care and short-term rehabilitation solutions. The center offers a full continuum of services and care focused around each individual in today’s ever-changing healthcare environment. Their mission is to restore health, improve daily functioning, increase independence, and provide comfort.
Creekside Center for Rehabilitation and Healing is a warm and close-knit subacute care and nursing center proudly serving Creekside and the surrounding areas. It provides a luxurious, five-star rehabilitation environment for short-term patients. The center focuses on fostering genuine care and customer service for rehabilitation and nursing needs.
Mission Convalescent Home is a long-term care facility located in Jackson, TN. It offers a wide variety of services including skilled care, rehabilitation, and restorative care in a home-like environment. The facility is known for its holistic approach to healthcare and is recognized as one of the top nursing facilities in the country.
NHC HealthCare Cookeville is a skilled nursing facility that offers a range of services including rehabilitation, long-term care, and hospice care. The facility is dedicated to providing personalized care in a comfortable environment, ensuring that patients receive the support they need. With a commitment to quality and compassionate care, NHC HealthCare Cookeville aims to help residents achieve their health and wellness goals.
Northbrooke Post Acute is a premier nursing home located in Jackson, TN. It provides exceptional short-term rehabilitation and around-the-clock skilled nursing care. The facility is dedicated to delivering the highest quality care to its residents.
Greystone Healthcare Center is a leading provider of long-term skilled nursing care and short-term rehabilitation solutions. The center offers a full continuum of services and care focused around each individual in today’s ever-changing healthcare environment. Their mission is to restore health, improve daily functioning, increase independence, and provide comfort.
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
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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 449 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.
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