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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 Boozer | Maturecare Of Standifer Place, LLC | 4 days
Facility
4 days
TN AVG
457
Rank
#182 / 183 | 129 | 27.9% | 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 Moore | Nhc Healthcare/Cool Springs, LLC | 504 days
Facility
504 days
TN AVG
457
Rank
#81 / 183 | 121 | 29.8% | 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 Bradford | Psalms, 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 Sovie | Bkd Green Hills Cumberland, LLC | 437 days
Facility
437 days
TN AVG
457
Rank
#92 / 183 | 177 | 32.2% | 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 Crump | Belmont Village Memphis Tenant, LLC | 663 days
Facility
663 days
TN AVG
457
Rank
#38 / 183 | 93 | 38.7% | 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 Crump | Belmont Village Memphis Tenant, LLC | 663 days
Facility
663 days
TN AVG
457
Rank
#38 / 183 | 93 | 38.7% | 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 | 34 | 38.2% | 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 Mcconnell | Bkd Kingsport, LLC | 478 days
Facility
478 days
TN AVG
457
Rank
#86 / 183 | 57 | 24.6% | 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 Martinez | Highland Park Alf Operations, LLC | 22 days
Facility
22 days
TN AVG
457
Rank
#178 / 183 | 81 | 35.8% | 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 Lane | Nhc Healthcare/Farragut, LLC | 190 days
Facility
190 days
TN AVG
457
Rank
#150 / 183 | 64 | 21.9% | 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 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Have the finest retirement with the unique senior living community of The Capstone at Station Camp residing in the quiet residential street of Miss B. Boulevard, Gallatin, TN, that provides assisted living and memory care. Experience unmatched relaxation and security within the snug and spacious residences of the community including studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments. Regarded as US News and World Reports’ Best Assisted Living in 2024, The Capstone at Station Camp continuously proves its high standard of care and assistance.
Enjoy a vacation-like retirement with engaging activities and enjoyable programs highlighting seniors’ interests and strengths. Delight with healthy and tasty meals that cater to nutritional requirements and preferences. With its pet-friendly spaces and fabulous amenities, The Capstone at Station Camp is a haven for seniors to enjoy every moment of their golden years and experience new things.
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.
Serving residents for 27 years, Deane Hill Place is a two-story assisted living community in Knoxville, Tennessee. The community at 401 Catherine McAuley Way is administered by Caroline Brooks Wilder under Knoxville AL/MC. With 124 beds and a two-story building layout, Deane Hill Place, to fit different needs and preferences, offers studio and studio deluxe room options. The neighborhood scores 40 on the Walk Score scale, so some errands are walkable, with most trips requiring transportation.
Occupants with pets or who would like to keep one can do so at the pet-friendly home. Its long tenure in Knoxville has allowed it to establish relationships and integrate into the surrounding neighborhood.
State inspections conducted by the Tennessee Department of Health have primarily underscored administrative documentation and operational practices. The facility has upheld compliance with routine regulatory requirements.
Deane Hill Place offers a stable, established option with a reasonable size and pet-friendly policies, noteworthy for families considering assisted living in Knoxville. An on-site tour provides a good sense of daily cultures, room options, and care approaches.
Under Rodney Baker’s administration, Pointe at Kirby Gate is an assisted living and memory care community in Memphis, Tennessee. Found on Quince Road in a somewhat walkable neighborhood, it offers general assisted living and specialized memory care services. The 60-bed community operated by Kirby Gate has been operating for 27 years. This reflects considerable experience in residential senior care. Currently, the facility has a 68 percent occupancy rate with 41 of its 60 beds filled.
The property serves occupants with varying care needs via personalized care plans that address daily living activities. Therapy services and wellness programs bolster resident well-being, and the facility operates a dedicated memory care program tailored to occupants with dementia. This specialized program focuses on engaging activities, social interaction, and a safe, supportive environment made to meet memory-care residents’ specific needs. Daily life here is structured around resident engagement and comfort. The community provides chef-prepared meals customizable to individual preferences, and daily activities and events create opportunities for social connection. Residents live in private apartments that include housekeeping and laundry services, allowing a maintenance-free lifestyle. Staff work 24/7, and emergency response systems are in place for safety and peace of mind. The facility’s location in an average walkable area implies visiting families can reach nearby services on foot for some errands, but most trips need transportation.
Families can contact the facility directly if they want to learn more about Pointe at Kirby Gate’s programs, current availability, and specific care options.
Affiliated with Americare Senior Living, Dogwood Bend is a single-story assisted living community on Hillcrest Drive in Clarksville, Tennessee, about 3.7 miles from the city centre. The community operated by Clarksville Residential, LLC, also provides adult day care, hospice care, and respite care, giving families several care options in one location.
The 50-bed community has served residents for 30 years. Studio apartments measure about 243 square feet. Residents stay an average of around 502 days. In this community, many people make a longer-term home rather than staying only for short-term care.
Residents enjoy chef-prepared meals, weekly housekeeping, laundry services, and fitness activities supported by on-site gym equipment. Every private apartment includes an emergency call system. Transportation services help residents get to appointments and errands without depending on family. The community also welcomes pets, allowing residents to keep a companion animal.
The neighbourhood has a Walk Score of 47, which is somewhat walkable. A few nearby places can be reached on foot, but most errands and outings require a car. Families planning regular visits may want to keep this in mind.
Operated by Athens AL/MC, LLC, TerraBella Athens is a senior living community in the Bohannon Addition neighborhood of Athens, Tennessee. It offers assisted living, memory care, and respite care. Mendy Howard serves as the administrator. The community is less than a mile from downtown Athens and offers studio and one-bedroom apartments.
The 74-bed community has been serving families in the Athens area for 27 years. It currently has an occupancy rate of about 85%. Residents stay for an average of 131 days, which reflects a mix of longer assisted living residents and shorter respite care visits.
Rather than treating each resident the same, each resident’s care is individualized. Staff put a care plan in place for each resident. Trained caregivers provide daily assistance and additional support for residents with memory loss. Daily life includes recreational areas, group activities, health and fitness programs, scheduled transportation, housekeeping, and maintenance services. Residents can enjoy their day instead of household responsibilities.
The area has a Walk Score of 55, which is moderately walkable. Some errands can be completed on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities. TerraBella Athens also welcomes pets, allowing residents to keep a companion animal after moving in. The community’s assisted living, memory care, and respite care can continue supporting residents as their care needs change over time.
Located in Kingsport, Tennessee, Brookdale Rock Springs is a luxury assisted living community that could be the perfect fit for those seeking an elegant, vacation-like lifestyle. The community’s pet-friendly apartments feature great natural light and ample space for visiting grandchildren, while basic utilities and maintenance are typically included to reduce residents’ worries. The caring staff is available 24/7 to respond to emergencies, providing residents with peace of mind.
At Brookdale Rock Springs, residents will find an inspiring community that empowers them to keep growing. The community offers a variety of amenities to enrich residents’ days, and the kind, supportive care associates are on hand to assist with daily living tasks like dressing and bathing, allowing residents to focus on their passions. The robust activities calendar keeps residents engaged, from attending church services and Bible studies to participating in fitness classes, walking clubs, movie nights, and live music performances. Residents can also savor delicious, restaurant-style meals in the elegant dining room, with seasonal menu options and the ability to accommodate special dietary requests.
Leave the hassle and stress of living at home with Brookdale Hixson, a beautiful senior living community offering assisted living. The community enables its residents to trade household chores and maintenance for enriching activities and social connections. Daily life is designed to be stress-free, allowing seniors to focus on pursuing their passions and enjoying each day to the fullest. The community provides personalized care tailored to individual needs, ensuring residents receive assistance with tasks like dressing and medication management, while also offering round-the-clock emergency support for peace of mind.
Brookdale Hixson is known for its commitment to personalized care and wide array of amenities. From chef-prepared meals to engaging activities like fitness classes and creative workshops, every day offers new opportunities for socializing and personal growth. Residents can relax in their own customized apartments, complete with cozy furnishings and the option to bring along their beloved pets. With most utilities included, Brookdale Hixson provides a worry-free environment where seniors can thrive independently, surrounded by a supportive community that feels like home.
Asbury Cove is a peaceful senior living community in the charming neighborhood of Ripley, TN, offering assisted living, respite care, rehabilitation, hospice care, and an Adult Day Club. Enjoy a comfortable and restful daily life in beautifully designed studio apartments with modern conveniences like individual heat and A/C and wireless internet. Residents’ needs are thoroughly met with 24-hour personal assistance with activities of daily living like bathing and dressing, as well as medication management.
Residents needing to recover after hospitalization are provided access to an array of rehabilitative services, including physical, speech, and occupational therapies. Life at Asbury Cove is made vibrant with a wide variety of interesting activities, events, and programs focused on residents’ health and well-being. The community also offers restaurant-style dining featuring healthy and delicious meals made from the freshest ingredients and cater to residents’ special requests and needs. Here, residents are provided with most of the things they need to maintain their independence and way of living for as long as possible
Serving the area since 1999, Windsor Ridge Assisted Living is a one-story, 70-bed assisted living community in Knoxville, Tennessee. Operating under Windsor Operator, LLC, with administrator Bridgett Burchfield overseeing daily operations, it maintains an 80 percent occupancy rate, indicating it operates near capacity.
The community occupies a moderately walkable neighborhood with a Walk Score of 29, so most errands and activities demand a quick drive. The area is typical of Knoxville’s residential settings, offering a calmer environment for residents. Windsor Ridge Assisted Living offers studio-style housing options for occupants needing assisted living support.
Windsor Ridge Assisted Living is subject to oversight by the Tennessee Department of Health, Division of Health Care Facilities. Regulatory inspections have been conducted since 2019, documenting the facility’s active compliance efforts.
Touring can provide families evaluating the facility firsthand insight into its accommodations, available services, and daily life there.
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
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.



















