Page 10 of Best Senior Communities in Tennessee

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 547 senior communities in TN using TN Dept. of Health (TDH) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank senior communities in TN
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Avg Walk Score: 36/ 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

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Info below is compiled from the TN Dept. of Health (TDH), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. ADC (Adult Day Care): Daytime supervision, health monitoring, and social activities for seniors who live at home. SC (Senior Communities):
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
A named contact for the facility. Hover the name to see their role — Administrator (state administrator of record or facility-provided administrator), Nursing Director, Medical Director, or Staff. The most authoritative available is shown.
Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
Typical or reported average length of stay for residents, when the state publishes this aggregate figure.
Percentage of residents reported as male in state demographics, shown as a whole-number percent.
Percentage of residents reported as female in state demographics, shown as a whole-number percent.
The Pointe at Lifespring
SC
AL
MC
Knoxville
94
Facility 94
TN AVG 88
Rank #174 / 425
Yes
17
Facility 17
TN AVG 36
Rank #402 / 520
Studio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
9
Facility 9
TN AVG 27
Rank #340 / 386
77.7%
Facility 77.7%
TN AVG 73.1%
Rank #128 / 268
-Rebecca Scott MillsMeridian Knoxville Oe, L.p
653 days
Facility 653 days
TN AVG 459
Rank #42 / 182
8924.7%75.3%0%0%1.1%7.9%14.6%27%22.5%27%2.2%97.8%-
Canterfield of Franklin
SC
AL
IL
MC
Brentwood (Mooreland Estates)
99
Facility 99
TN AVG 88
Rank #150 / 425
Yes
41
Facility 41
TN AVG 36
Rank #215 / 520
Private Rooms
8
Facility 8
TN AVG 27
Rank #348 / 386
86.9%
Facility 86.9%
TN AVG 73.1%
Rank #68 / 268
-Bradley HamiltonCanterfield Of Franklin, LLC
176 days
Facility 176 days
TN AVG 459
Rank #153 / 182
8624.4%75.6%0%0%0%8.1%3.5%18.6%41.9%27.9%1.2%95.3%3.5%
Belvedere Commons of Franklin
SC
ADC
AL
MC
Franklin
99
Facility 99
TN AVG 88
Rank #150 / 425
Yes
50
Facility 50
TN AVG 36
Rank #139 / 520
Studio / Suite / 1 Bed
26
Facility 26
TN AVG 27
Rank #232 / 386
68.7%
Facility 68.7%
TN AVG 73.1%
Rank #169 / 268
-Carla Ann AtwellFranklin Senior Living Tenant LLC
62 days
Facility 62 days
TN AVG 459
Rank #169 / 182
6933.3%66.7%0%0%0%11.6%8.7%46.4%17.4%15.9%4.3%88.4%7.2%
Brookdale Kingsport
SC
AL
Kingsport
70
Facility 70
TN AVG 88
Rank #249 / 425
Yes
19
Facility 19
TN AVG 36
Rank #386 / 520
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 459
Rank #86 / 182
5724.6%75.4%0%0%5.3%3.5%3.5%17.5%33.3%36.8%1.8%98.2%-
Village Manor Assisted Living
SC
AL
RC
Lewisburg (White Acres)
58
Facility 58
TN AVG 88
Rank #311 / 425
No
32
Facility 32
TN AVG 36
Rank #295 / 520
Studio / 1 Bed
27
Facility 27
TN AVG 27
Rank #195 / 386
84.5%
Facility 84.5%
TN AVG 73.1%
Rank #83 / 268
-Darlene HillThe Village Manor, LLC
919 days
Facility 919 days
TN AVG 459
Rank #7 / 182
5621.4%78.6%0%0%0%0%3.6%19.6%33.9%42.9%3.6%96.4%-
Morning Pointe of Lenoir City
SC
AL
MC
Lenoir City
59
Facility 59
TN AVG 88
Rank #310 / 425
Yes
20
Facility 20
TN AVG 36
Rank #379 / 520
Studio / Alcove / 1 Bed
17
Facility 17
TN AVG 27
Rank #297 / 386
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
TN AVG 73.1%
Rank #1 / 268
-Lyndsay WilliamsLoudon County Medical Investors, LLC
695 days
Facility 695 days
TN AVG 459
Rank #29 / 182
8426.2%73.8%0%0%0%3.6%9.5%19%35.7%32.1%-100%-
Dogwood Bend
SC
ADC
AL
HOS
RC
Clarksville (Evergreen Estates)
50
Facility 50
TN AVG 88
Rank #340 / 425
Yes
47
Facility 47
TN AVG 36
Rank #166 / 520
Studio
30
Facility 30
TN AVG 27
Rank #156 / 386
-A+Heather HeaClarksville Residential, LLC
502 days
Facility 502 days
TN AVG 459
Rank #82 / 182
3721.6%78.4%5.4%10.8%0%13.5%21.6%16.2%29.7%2.7%5.4%94.6%-
Fieldstone Place
SC
AL
IL
Clarksville (Rushton)
52
Facility 52
TN AVG 88
Rank #334 / 425
Yes
20
Facility 20
TN AVG 36
Rank #379 / 520
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
21
Facility 21
TN AVG 27
Rank #278 / 386
59.6%
Facility 59.6%
TN AVG 73.1%
Rank #208 / 268
-Shannon WilliamsSnh Se Tenant Trs Inc
713 days
Facility 713 days
TN AVG 459
Rank #22 / 182
4621.7%78.3%0%6.5%6.5%4.3%13%21.7%21.7%26.1%-97.8%2.2%
American House West Knoxville
SC
AL
IL
MC
RC
Knoxville
125
Facility 125
TN AVG 88
Rank #67 / 425
Yes
50
Facility 50
TN AVG 36
Rank #139 / 520
-
26
Facility 26
TN AVG 27
Rank #232 / 386
--Jen JonesEc Opco West Knoxville, LLC
348 days
Facility 348 days
TN AVG 459
Rank #119 / 182
5552.7%47.3%0%3.6%5.5%5.5%20%18.2%27.3%20%3.6%94.5%1.8%
Charter Senior Living of Cookeville
SC
AL
RC
Cookeville (Pleasant View)
84
Facility 84
TN AVG 88
Rank #196 / 425
Yes
36
Facility 36
TN AVG 36
Rank #259 / 520
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
27
Facility 27
TN AVG 27
Rank #195 / 386
--Dawn Smith-HuckebySnh Tenn Tenant LLC
691 days
Facility 691 days
TN AVG 459
Rank #30 / 182
7135.2%64.8%1.4%1.4%7%4.2%12.7%21.1%23.9%28.2%-100%-

Rank badges are statewide: each community is ranked against every TN community we track that reports that metric, not just the 547 on this page.

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The Pointe at Lifespring

4371 Lifespring Ln, Knoxville, TN 37918
Overview of The Pointe at Lifespring

Operated by Meridian Knoxville, The Pointe at Lifespring is a 94-bed assisted living and memory care community in Knoxville, Tennessee. Rebecca Scott Mills serves as the community’s administrator. The facility at 4371 Lifespring Lane caters to occupants seeking independent living with support and specialized memory care services.

The home is housed in a two-story building with 73 residents currently occupying the 94 beds, indicating a 78 percent occupancy rate. Residents can select from studio, one-, and two-bedroom floor plans to meet their individual preferences. Operating for nine years, the community has established itself in the Knoxville senior living landscape. The Pointe at Lifespring sits in a car-dependent area with a Walk Score of 17, so most errands and activities need transportation. The property’s location on Lifespring Lane gives occupants and visiting families easy access to the surrounding neighborhood.

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Overview of Canterfield of Franklin

Canterfield of Franklin, a splendid residence in Tennessee, offers exceptional senior living with a focus on both assisted living and independent living in a premier environment. Embracing a neighborhood-style community, this isn’t just a facility; it’s akin to residing in a luxurious country club setting. Residents can lead an active lifestyle, fulfilling the dreams they’ve always envisioned, thanks to the array of amenities available. The community boasts restaurant-style dining, a salon, themed events, a community garden, a fitness center, and even unique features like a petting zoo and casino nights, enhancing the overall experience. The emphasis on healthy food choices adds to the well-rounded lifestyle provided.

It’s affordable luxury, offering top-notch living experiences with a reasonable price tag. With private dining rooms, a main dining hall, and a café, residents have diverse options for enjoying meals. This community is a gateway to elevated living, providing numerous avenues for a high-quality lifestyle, making it an ideal choice for those seeking independent living facilities and apartments for seniors.

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Overview of Belvedere Commons of Franklin

Situated in Franklin, Tennessee, Belvedere Commons of Franklin boasts a bright and inviting community adorned with comfortable, home-like furnishings, it offers residents an ideal retirement experience, free from stress and enriched with opportunities to forge meaningful connections. The well-designed community features large windows that bathe the surroundings in natural light, creating a welcoming atmosphere. Catering to both assisted living and memory care needs, Belvedere Commons of Franklin ensures a comprehensive and supportive environment.

Residents enjoy the convenience of resident parking and complimentary transportation, allowing for easy mobility. The community is pet-friendly, welcoming furry companions into both indoor and outdoor common areas. A range of amenities awaits, including a barber and beauty salon, fitness center, game room, raised garden beds, and more. Belvedere Commons of Franklin is committed to providing residents with a comfortable, engaging, and enriching living experience.

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Brookdale Kingsport

2424 N John B Dennis Hwy, Kingsport, TN 37660
Overview of Brookdale Kingsport

Overlooking the breathtaking views of East Tennessee, Brookdale Kingsport in Kingsport, Tennessee, offers a vibrant and engaging assisted living. The community provides personalized care, allowing residents to say goodbye to chores like cooking, cleaning, and laundry, and hello to genuine friendships and a fun-filled calendar of activities. Whether residents prefer a peaceful morning coffee in nature or an energetic fitness class, they have a wide array of options.

With 24/7 support available for emergencies, residents can enjoy their days with peace of mind and a sense of security. Seniors choosing Brookdale Kingsport will find an environment tailored to their individual needs through customized service plans. This flexible approach ensures residents only pay for the services they need, adapting as those needs change. The community’s holistic approach to wellness includes a robust social calendar with activities, classes, and outings designed to foster social connections and personal growth. Amenities like a library, beauty/barber shop, arts and crafts studio, game room, walking paths, and more, provide endless opportunities for engagement and enjoyment.

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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 Morning Pointe of Lenoir City

Settled in the beautiful town of Lenoir City, TN, Morning Pointe of Lenoir City is an inviting senior living community that offers top-notch assisted living care for seniors. Residents enjoy medical assistance, transportation to appointments, delicious meals, and a vibrant social environment. With a variety of activities, exercise programs, entertainment, and group outings organized by the professional care team, residents have ample opportunities to live a vibrant and fulfilling life.

The community features daily exercise and physical activities, creative and sensory programs, and life-long learning opportunities. Residents benefit from 24-hour access to personalized care services, medication management, and health oversight by licensed nurses. The community also offers fresh, delicious meals made from scratch using local ingredients, ensuring a delightful dining experience in a welcoming environment. With a dedicated team and a comprehensive range of services, Morning Pointe provides a nurturing and supportive home for seniors.

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Dogwood Bend

160 Hillcrest Dr, Clarksville, TN 37043
Overview of Dogwood Bend

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.

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Overview of Fieldstone Place

Situated in the Rushton neighborhood of Clarksville, Tennessee, Fieldstone Place is an assisted living and independent living community operated by SNH SE Tenant TRS Inc. It is about 6 miles from the city center and is administered by Shannon Williams. The 52-bed community is spread across a three-story building. There are studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom options for residents who want more or less space.

Fieldstone Place has been operating for 21 years. Residents tend to stay a long time once they move in, with an average length of stay of 713 days. The community currently houses 46 residents at 60% occupancy. There’s room for new move-ins without the building feeling empty. Its Walk Score of 20 reflects a car-dependent setting. Residents and visiting family should plan on driving for errands and outings.

Amenities on-site include restaurant-style dining, a 24-hour concierge, and a library, and beauty and salon services . Housekeeping and transportation services are also available, which can ease some of the logistics families otherwise handle themselves. Residents can join in organized recreational activities and exercise programs, and physical therapy is offered for residents who need it. Fieldstone Place is pet-friendly, so residents can stay with a companion when they move in.

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American House West Knoxville

8024 Gleason Dr, Knoxville, TN 37919
Overview of American House West Knoxville

Set in Knoxville, TN, American House West Knoxville is a blissful senior living community that offers assisted living, memory care, and respite stays. Featuring beautifully designed private apartments, a bustling social calendar, and just-right support, the community guarantees residents a comfortable and secure residence with access to necessary care even as their needs change. The community’s ideal location provides easy access to great dining, shopping and cultural attractions that fosters a vibrant living experience.

Committed to delivering compassionate service that make residents proud to stay at American House West Knoxville, they offer various amenities and conduct an array of engaging activities. Residents live comfortably with services like meal preparation, housekeeping, laundry, transportation, medication management, and assistance with daily living activities. Residents indulge in a great dining experience with deliciously prepared meals and dining assistance for those who require an extra help.

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Overview of Charter Senior Living of Cookeville

Live a fun-filled everyday life at Charter Senior Living of Cookeville, an engaging senior living community in Cookeville, TN, offering assisted living and short-term stays. Indulge in safety and comfort with a range of carefully designed accommodation, including studios, one- and two-bedroom apartments with convenient features like private kitchenettes and spacious bathrooms. Residents are guaranteed immediate assistance with nursing care and emergency alert systems in each apartment.

Residents’ lifestyle is enhanced with nearby shopping and entertainment venues, as well as the community’s wide array of convenient amenities and services. Housekeeping, laundry, transportation, and maintenance services help residents leave the worries of chores and errands behind so they can freely enjoy their lives. Amenities like a lifestyle and wellness area, full-service beauty salon, worship services, and landscaped courtyards and patios, ensure residents will never get bored and can live an active lifestyle.

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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 Senior Communities in Tennessee

What is senior living?

Senior communities are residential settings designed for adults aged 55 or older, with options ranging from active independent living to assisted living and memory care.

How many senior communities are listed on this page?

This page features 547 senior communities in Tennessee. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right senior community 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 senior communities 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.