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Overview of The Webb House Retirement Center

The Webb House Retirement Center is located in Smithville, TN, with a license for memory care and assisted living. The daily tasks it covers are bathing, dressing, and medication.

Memory care answers a wandering risk with a supervised setting that is kept secure. Having the two levels here suits a person whose needs are likely to deepen with time.

Fifty-three beds is a small building, and in a building that size, a resident and the staff are not working from a long list of names. Lora J. Webb is named administrator. Fifty-three is also the Walk Score, and nearby errands are manageable on foot.

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Overview of Cedar Hills Retirement Center

Cedar Hills Retirement Center is an assisted living community in Cookeville, TN, with 55 beds. Residents receive help with daily tasks, like bathing, dressing, and medication, while being able to maintain their independence. Nursing services are also accessible, along with 24-hour staffing, ensuring residents receive care as needed.

A Walk Score of 79 places the area in the very walkable band, with most errands possible on foot. This also suggests that a resident who no longer drives can still reach shops, a pharmacy, or cafes independently. However, scheduled transportation is available for local appointments and errands.

Additionally, on-site salon services, outdoor walking paths, and sitting areas provide personal care and places to spend time outdoors. Megan Lee serves as administrator, while Goodworks Unlimited operates the community.

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Overview of Governor’s Bend Retirement and Assisted Living

Governor’s Bend Retirement and Assisted Living offers assisted living and memory care in Erwin, Tennessee. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks while a resident continues living in an apartment, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Having both care levels in one community may suit a resident whose needs grow over time and who may be able to move between levels without leaving the community.

The community has 124 beds, with private one bedroom and two bedroom apartments available. A two bedroom layout can accommodate someone moving with a partner or companion. Respite care offers a short stay when a usual caregiver needs temporary coverage, and short term rehabilitation provides rehabilitation services for a limited stay.

Restaurant style dining is included in the monthly fee, so meals are part of the regular housing cost. An onsite beauty salon and spa room gives residents access to salon services within the community, while enclosed courtyards and open gardens offer outdoor areas. Onsite physical therapy lets residents receive therapy without arranging transportation elsewhere. Church services are held onsite, and transportation services are available for residents who need rides. Eva Rector serves as the administrator. A Walk Score of 45 places the area in a car dependent setting, meaning most errands require a car or a ride for residents who no longer drive.

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Overview of Ben Atchley Tennessee State Veterans‘ Home

Ben Atchley Tennessee State Veterans’ Home is a cozy country retreat nestled in the scenic West Knoxville. The 140-bed facility is dedicated to providing award-winning care for veterans and their families. The home boasts multiple outdoor patios with breathtaking views of the countryside, creating an atmosphere of peace and tranquility. The community takes pride in upholding honor and quality in rural West Knoxville. Living areas and recreation rooms are available for residents to enjoy. The home is also conveniently located near several Knoxville hospitals, ensuring prompt medical attention when needed.

One of the most striking features of the facility is its spotless cleanliness. The staff is always friendly and welcoming, and they organize daily events to keep residents entertained. The outdoor walking and sitting areas are lovely, and the facility’s design is both practical and functional. With field trips and scenic views, Ben Atchley Tennessee State Veterans’ Home is the perfect place for veterans to enjoy their retirement years.

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Overview of Maxim Healthcare – Jackson

Maxim Healthcare – Jackson is a trusted home health care provider in Jackson, TN, that offers personal care, nursing services, and behavioral therapy services. Older adults can keep their peace of mind at home, accompanied by a compassionate and well-trained team. Meal preparation, light housekeeping, and mobility assistance are among the many services provided to help residents have a worry-free lifestyle. The agency also provides respite care, allowing family and caregivers to rest while their loved ones are well-cared for.

Entertainment and companionship provide residents with more opportunities to learn new things and stay active. The agency also strives to maintain cleanliness and safety in older adults’ homes to keep them comfortable and safe. With several locations across the country, the agency ensures older adults receive the utmost care in their preferred setting. This home care provider is a good option for senior care in Tennessee, as it has comprehensive services that can help older adults thrive in retirement.

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Overview of Holston Health and Rehabilitation Center

Experience care and assistance like no other with the extraordinary senior living community of Holston Health and Rehabilitation Center in Boyd’s Bridge Pike, Knoxville, TN, offering a wide range of care options including continuing care, rehabilitation, skilled nursing, respite care, and hospice. The community takes pride in a team of compassionate and highly skilled professionals attending to seniors’ unique needs and aspirations around the clock. Featuring physical, occupational, and speech therapy, Holston Health and Rehabilitation Center works hard to enhance seniors’ well-being day by day.

Alongside specialized programs such as IV therapy, wound care, podiatry care, pain management, diabetes management, and psychological services, the community fosters a lively and inviting environment to ensure seniors are comfortable and well-cared for. Meals are meticulously prepared and approved by dietitians to meet dietary needs and preferences. Holston Health and Rehabilitation Center is a good place to find all the care you need with its exceptional services and extensive amenities.

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Overview of Life Care Center of Morristown

Life Care Center of Morristown is a nursing home and skilled nursing facility in Morristown, Tennessee. Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while rehabilitation services support recovery within the facility. The community may be a good fit for someone who needs ongoing nursing supervision or rehabilitation after an illness, injury or hospital stay.

Opened in 1973, the facility has 161 beds, bringing more residents, staff and usually more programming into the community. Total nurse staffing is 3 hours and 17 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily hands on nursing time allocated to each resident. Medicare, Medicaid and private pay are accepted, giving families several ways to cover skilled nursing care. A beauty salon and barber shop provide hair care without arranging an outside appointment, while transportation and a community re entry program support residents preparing to return to activities or settings beyond the facility. Victoria Bowen serves as administrator, and Life Care Centers of America operates the community.

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Overview of Life Care Center of Blount County

Life Care Center of Blount County is a 120 bed nursing home in Louisville, Tennessee, offering skilled nursing care. Residents have licensed nursing care on site around the clock through 24 hour skilled nursing services. Rehabilitation is also available for people who need support while recovering. The combination may suit someone who needs continuous nursing care and rehabilitation services in one setting.

Medicare and private pay are accepted. Medicare covers short term skilled care after a hospital stay, rather than long term residence, while private pay means the resident or family pays directly. Total nurse staffing is 3 hours and 44 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily nursing time allocated to each resident.

A beauty salon and barber shop let residents receive grooming services at the community, and transportation is available for trips beyond the building. Maria Farmer serves as administrator, while Blount Medical Investors operates the community. The facility opened in 2016.

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Overview of Whitehaven Community Living Center

Whitehaven Community Living Center is a 92-bed nursing home located on Chambliss Road in the Whitehaven neighborhood of Memphis, Tennessee. Serving Shelby County for 34 years, the single-story facility offers a single-level layout that simplifies daily navigation for its residents.

The home is operated by CLC of Whitehaven, LLC, and primarily accommodates residents under private pay arrangements. With an average length of stay of approximately 221 days, the facility supports a balanced mix of short-term, post-acute recovery and ongoing, long-term nursing care. The surrounding neighborhood carries a walk score of 60, indicating a moderately walkable area with accessible local conveniences and services within a short distance for visiting families.

Prospective representatives and their families seeking a nursing facility in the Memphis area can reach out to the center directly to confirm current staffing, pricing, and available specialized care programs.

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Overview of Valley View Assisted Living

Valley View Assisted Living provides assisted living in Whitwell, Tennessee, where residents can receive help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and taking medication while living in their own apartment. Short stays are available here too. Respite care can suit a family whose usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

The community has 80 beds and accepts Medicaid and Medicare. Medicaid may help when a family’s savings may not cover a long stay, while Medicare generally applies to short term skilled care after a hospital stay rather than long term residence. Darlene Austin Crider serves as administrator, and Whitwell Senior Living operates the community.

Private studio apartments provide one private living space, and wheelchair accessible rooms support residents who use mobility equipment. Rehabilitation services and a doctor on staff give residents access to those services through the community. These arrangements may be a good fit for someone who needs help with personal care, medication, or mobility while continuing to live in a private apartment.

Transportation is available for recreational and social events, while scheduled activities include live music, bingo, community walks, and games. Pets are allowed. A Walk Score of 35 places the area in a car dependent setting, so most errands require a car or a ride.

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Weighting overview

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    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.

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  • Review Sentiment
  • Review Volume
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Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

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  • State Inspections
  • Citations/Inspection
  • % Inspections w/ Citations
  • Complaint Visits
  • Accreditations
  • BBB Rating
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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
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Website & Operator Transparency 10%

Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.

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  • Website Content
  • Mobile Usability
  • Staff Info Available
  • Owner Info Available
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Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

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  • Occupancy Rate
  • Bed Options
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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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Senior Communities in Tennessee at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 32/ 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: 77The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Tennessee. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90
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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 549 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.