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Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 549 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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Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. 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. HC (Home Care): Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing. 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.
American House Brentwood
SC
AL
MC
RC
Nashville (Oglesby)
118Yes 51 -28--Barry JamesEc Opco Brentwood, LLC354 days5334%66%0%5.7%5.7%11.3%15.1%34%11.3%17%17%81.1%1.9%
Brookdale Sandy Springs
SC
AL
MC
Maryville (Westwood Hills)
100Yes 16 Studio / Suite / Companion Rooms48-A+Alexis SheltonBkd Sandy Springs, LLC644 days8934.8%65.2%0%1.1%2.2%1.1%11.2%23.6%25.8%34.8%-100%-
NHC Place Cool Springs
SC
AL
HOS
MC
NH
SNF
Franklin
108No 34 -22 67.6% -Anthony Todd MooreNhc Healthcare/Cool Springs, LLC504 days12129.8%70.2%0%0%0.8%5%12.4%24%21.5%36.4%0.8%95.9%3.3%
Life Care Center of Red Bank
SC
NH
SNF
Chattanooga (Mountain Creek)
54No 9 -44 94.4% A+Emily BoshearsRed Bank Operations, LLC234 days4348.8%51.2%4.7%2.3%14%16.3%2.3%14%11.6%34.9%4.7%95.3%-
Traditions of Mill Creek
SC
AL
IL
MC
Brentwood
95Yes 34 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed5 88.4% -Jill DayGp Traditions Of Mill Creek276 days7129.6%70.4%0%0%5.6%5.6%8.5%25.4%22.5%32.4%1.4%95.8%2.8%
Lakewood Place
SC
AL
RC
Loudon
46Yes 27 Private / Companion Suites20 93.5% -Shelley HicksLakewood Place Loudon, LLC486 days6225.8%74.2%3.2%6.5%4.8%8.1%22.6%17.7%22.6%14.5%-100%-
Brookdale at Home® of Nashville
SC
AL
MC
Nashville (Green Hills)
149No 25 -1 73.8% A-Timothy SovieBkd Green Hills Cumberland, LLC437 days17732.2%67.8%0%0%1.7%5.1%11.9%19.2%23.7%38.4%1.1%97.7%1.1%
Morning Pointe of Chattanooga at Shallowford
SC
AL
MC
Chattanooga (Drake Forest)
90Yes 5 Studio / Alcove / 1 Bed / 2 Bed19 81.1% A+Terri Michelle BakerAshwood Medical Investors LLC450 days12536%64%0%0%2.4%0.8%8.8%16.8%30.4%40.8%2.4%97.6%-
Asbury Cove
SC
ADC
AL
HC
HOS
RC
Ripley
38Yes 10 Studio / Suite26 94.7% -Stephanie EtheridgeRipley Residential. LLC1116 days2528%72%0%4%4%12%28%28%12%12%-100%-
Morning Pointe of East Hamilton
SC
AL
MC
Ooltewah (Collegedale)
81Yes 26 Studio / Alcove / 1 Bed / 2 Bed23 86.4% A+Ian ShivesEast Hamilton Medical Investors, LLC412 days11869.5%30.5%0%0%1.7%2.5%11%30.5%32.2%22%-100%-
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American House Brentwood

5436 Edmondson Pike, Nashville, TN 37211
Overview of American House Brentwood

Go back to enjoying the things you love or discover new passions at American House Brentwood, a charming senior living community based in Nashville, TN, offering assisted living, memory care, and respite stays. Relax in comfortable and well-appointed rooms, ranging from studios to one-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments. Residents experience a maintenance-free lifestyle with services that handle housekeeping, laundry, daily trash pickup, and regularly scheduled transportation.

Residents’ days are filled with vibrant, new memories with a jam-packed calendar of activities and events and an array of entertaining amenities. Stay nourished and healthy with chef-prepared meals served in comfy dining spaces. Gather with friends in the cozy common areas or enjoy the outdoor vibes of the courtyard, greenhouse and community gardens. Residents dealing with Alzheimer’s feel a sense of belonging with an Alzheimer’s support group, ensuring everyone within the community feels welcomed and supported.

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Overview of Brookdale Sandy Springs

Situated in Maryville, TN, Brookdale Sandy Springs is an excellent senior living community with a focus on assisted living and memory care. Featuring spacious common areas and a robust events calendar, residents are guaranteed plenty of opportunities to thrive. Friendly care teams provide gentle guidance and assist with daily activities like bathing and medication management, ensuring residents can enjoy their days worry-free.

Dining becomes a social affair with chef-prepared meals served restaurant-style, fostering friendships over delicious dishes. Brookdale Sandy Springs is dedicated to delivering personalized care in a welcoming environment, along with a host of amenities designed for comfort and enjoyment. Residents enjoy access to a library, a therapy room, an arts & crafts studio, a whirlpool, and cozy common areas. Activities range from community events to excursions, promoting engagement and new connections. Recognized as Best Assisted Living by U.S. News and World Report, Brookdale Sandy Springs ensures a fulfilling lifestyle where every moment counts.

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Overview of Nhc Place Cool Springs

Situated in Franklin, Nhc Place Cool Springs is an exceptional residence in Tennessee, providing not only short-term care and skilled nursing but also rehabilitation services to cater to the needs of seniors. Beyond these essential services, they extend their care offerings to assisted living, long-term care, and memory care, emphasizing the importance of fostering independence while ensuring reliable support. The facility, known for its positive environment and commitment to quality food, offers a broad range of healthcare services, making it a comprehensive destination for senior care.

Nhc Place Cool Springs boasts a large facility with an outstanding healthcare team, including specialized physicians, nurses, therapists, nurse practitioners, dietitians, and chefs dedicated to providing top-notch care. The on-site rehabilitation facility enhances convenience, while specialty services like IV therapy, podiatry care, diabetes management, psychological services, and more contribute to the holistic approach to senior well-being. This establishment excels in nursing home care, embodying qualifications and standards that prioritize the health and comfort of its residents.

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Overview of Life Care Center of Red Bank

Life Care Center of Red Bank is a skilled nursing and rehabilitation center. The upscale nursing home aims to change the meaning of skilled nursing and rehabilitation for seniors through the exceptional care delivered by their patient-friendly staff to offer the best care possible for their residents. Life Care Center can be trusted as a safe and secure community that cares for every patient’s needs.
Convenience and hassle-free living are the center of Life Care Center services: medication management, post-surgical care, and wound care. Their 24-hour skilled nursing care services provide compassionate care as their utmost priority. Other benefits include 24/7 easy admissions, fall prevention, IV therapy, discharge planning, and case management.

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Overview of Traditions of Mill Creek

Administered by Jill Day, Traditions of Mill Creek is a 95-bed mid-rise community operated by Traditions of Mill Creek, GP, in Brentwood, Tennessee. It offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care services.

The home provides studio, one-, and two-bedroom floor plans to cater to different care levels and preferences. With an 88 percent occupancy rate and 84 beds currently occupied, Traditions of Mill Creek serves a stable resident population. Operating for five years at 7110 Southpoint Parkway, Traditions of Mill Creek sits in a somewhat walkable area with a Walk Score of 34. This means some nearby services may be reachable on foot, though most outings demand transportation. The neighborhood provides easy access to daily destinations while maintaining a suburban setting typical of Brentwood. The facility welcomes pets, letting residents bring companions into their new homes. This policy acknowledges the significance of pets in occupants’ lives and the continuity they provide during transitions to senior living.

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Overview of Lakewood Place

Administered by Shelley Hicks, Lakewood Place provides assisted living and respite care in Loudon, TN. With assisted living services, the community helps residents with daily tasks, including dressing, bathing, and medication. Respite care is also available for those seeking a short-term stay when someone’s usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

Residents can choose between private suites and companion suites, accommodating those who prefer to share a suite with a companion. Pets are also allowed, so a resident may bring a small animal companion.

With 46 beds, it is a smaller community where staff and residents can get to know each other. Currently, 43 beds are occupied, suggesting a 94% occupancy rate. The community has been providing care for over 20 years.

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Overview of Brookdale at Home® of Nashville

Based in Westwood Place, Nashville, TN, Brookdale at Home Nashville is committed to improving seniors’ well-being with in-home care services including companion, personal, and respite care. The senior care provider helps seniors with daily living activities, medication, and other personal needs to ensure they enjoy a worry-free lifestyle. An experienced and highly qualified team keeps seniors company as they start their healing journey in the safety of their homes.

With Brookdale at Home Nashville, families and seniors can ease their minds by receiving care plans tailored to their needs and preferences. The community also assists seniors with their errands, meal preparation, and housekeeping. Experience unrivaled care and support in the comforts of your home with the reliable Brookdale at Home Nashville.

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Overview of Morning Pointe of Chattanooga at Shallowford

Morning Pointe of Chattanooga at Shallowford offers assisted living and memory care in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Assisted living includes help with bathing, dressing, and medication while a resident continues living in an apartment. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, so the community may suit a resident whose needs could grow over time without requiring a move elsewhere.

The 90-bed community is in the Drake Forest neighborhood and has studio, alcove, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom residences. A studio offers one private space, while a two-bedroom layout can work for a couple moving together or for someone who wants a companion. Respite care provides a short stay when a family caregiver needs time to travel or recover, and pets are allowed so a resident can continue living with a pet.

Meals are prepared by the culinary team with fresh, seasonal, and local ingredients, including accommodations for no-salt-added and reduced-concentrated-sweets diets. Residents have access to walking trails, a salon and spa, and on-site rehabilitation services, allowing therapy to take place at the community rather than requiring arrangements elsewhere; Caregiver Support Groups give family caregivers a designated program. Terri Michelle Baker serves as administrator, and Ashwood Medical Investors operates the community.

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Overview of Asbury Cove

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

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Overview of Morning Pointe of East Hamilton

Located in Ooltewah, TN, Morning Pointe of East Hamilton is a welcoming assisted living and memory care community that provides a safe and comfortable retreat for seniors who wish to feel supported while living a vibrant life. Featuring a variety of well-designed accommodations, the community provides residents with plenty of options to choose the residence that best fits their needs. Residents can rest easy with 24-hour nursing care and a dedicated team of clinical professionals available to help anytime of the day.

Fostering a full, well-connected living experience, the community offers a diverse calendar of activities and specialized programming that’s inspired by residents’ strengths and interests. Residents are free to participate in exercise classes, outings, watch live entertainment or relax in beautifully maintained outdoor areas and common spaces. With chores handled and meals provided, residents live a convenient lifestyle without the usual worries of daily living.

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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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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.