Page 6 of Best Independent Living in Tennessee

Renaissance Terrace provides nursing home, assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Knoxville, TN. Nursing home care provides ongoing nursing support, while assisted living helps with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication. Independent living offers private living with community services and no daily care, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Having several care levels in one community can suit a resident whose needs grow over time.

There are 50 beds, making Renaissance Terrace a smaller community where staff and residents may get to know each other. Private rooms give residents a single room rather than a shared sleeping space. Total nurse staffing is 2 hours and 58 minutes per resident per day, which represents the daily nurse time allocated to each resident.

A Walk Score of 74 means the area is very walkable, with most errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, and pets are allowed. Katelyn Bray serves as administrator, while Senior Citizens Home Assistance Service operates the community.

Overview of The Heritage at Brentwood

Set in the neighborhood of Brentwood, Tennessee, The Heritage at Brentwood is a welcoming senior living community that offers independent living. Sprawled on 48 acres of beautifully maintained grounds, the community provides residents with a peaceful living environment with their stunning accommodations and inviting common spaces. Offering LifeCare®, the community ensures residents have access to other levels of care, including assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, and rehabilitation.

Various activities like fitness classes, lectures, and events are available to make sure residents are able to enjoy a fulfilling and purposeful retirement experience. Residents also benefit from having access to a variety of amenities, such as a fitness center, pool, and refreshing walking and biking paths. Delicious and nutritious meals are also offered to elevate residents’ quality of life even more.

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Starting Price $5,990/Month Pricing updated on October 7th, 2026

Overview of The Village at Germantown

The Village at Germantown offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing in Germantown, TN. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication. Memory care is provided in a secured setting with supervision, and skilled nursing includes licensed nursing care on site around the clock, so a resident’s care can continue within the community as needs grow. The range may suit someone who wants independent living now or may need assisted living, memory care, or skilled nursing over time.

The 60 bed community is administered by Julie Elizabeth Repking. Total nurse staffing is 7 hours and 6 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily hands on nursing time assigned to each resident. Medicare and private pay are accepted. Medicare can cover short term skilled care after a hospital stay, while private pay means the family pays directly.

Therapy and rehabilitation are available on site, so residents can receive rehabilitation services without arranging outside transportation. Three on site restaurants, including the Monarch Fine Dining Room, Café Bistro, and Polo Lounge & Grille, provide dining choices within the community. A fitness center, heated saltwater pool, gardens, courtyards, walking paths, putting green, and outdoor firepits support exercise and time outdoors, while scheduled transportation serves medical appointments, shopping, and educational and cultural events.

Respite care is available, including 10 free days each year in the Healthcare Center. Families therefore have a short term care option when a usual caregiver needs time away. A Walk Score of 63 means the area is somewhat walkable, with some errands possible on foot for a resident who wants limited access to nearby destinations without driving.

Overview of Trezevant

Trezevant is a life care community in Memphis, TN, that offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Featuring a modern setting with a touch of traditional Southern style, the community ensures older adults are comfortable and safe. Three healthy meals, personal laundry, and housekeeping are also provided to enrich residents’ daily living. The community also features a higher-than-average caregiver-to-resident ratio, ensuring residents receive the utmost attention and care.

Entertainment options and planned social activities are conducted to keep residents active and socially engaged. Along with a variety of studio to two-bedroom accommodations, spacious communal spaces are also available on-site, ensuring residents can rest comfortably. Public transportation and other local amenities are also available nearby, ensuring residents have convenient access to leisure and necessities. With a wide range of care options, this life care community is ideal for senior living in Tennessee.

Overview of Brookdale Franklin

Located in Franklin, Tennessee, about 20 miles from downtown Nashville and two miles from Interstate 65, Brookdale Franklin offers an independent living community that provides a resort-style life with luxury amenities and stress-free living. The community is conveniently situated near shopping, restaurants, and Williamson Medical Center, allowing residents to enjoy a wide variety of upscale activities and amenities to make the most of each day.

At Brookdale Franklin, residents can live their best life with more freedom and fewer responsibilities. The community offers full-service dining, concierge service, and several floor plans to choose from, allowing residents to find the perfect apartment home to fit their style. Most utilities and maintenance are included, and staff is available 24/7 for emergencies. Residents can start their day with a fitness class or quiet coffee in the fireside living room, then choose between a movie matinee, dancing class, or dining at the on-site restaurant or local Franklin restaurants. The dining program offers delicious, nutritious meals with seasonal menus and fun celebrations, catering to residents’ requests and feedback.

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Starting Price $3,375/Month Pricing updated on October 7th, 2026

Overview of Holiday Uffelman Estates

Holiday Uffelman Estates is an independent living community in Clarksville, TN, with studio, one bedroom apartment, two bedroom apartment and cottage options for residents who want private living with community services rather than daily care. Independent living starts at $2,439 per month, giving families a figure for initial monthly budgeting. Holiday by Atria is the owner.

Restaurant style dining includes chef prepared meals. Residents have scheduled ways to spend time on site through exercise classes, a book club, games, workshops, group outings and other Engage Life activities. Walking paths, a garden, patio areas and maintained green spaces provide outdoor places to spend time, while transportation is available for local errands and appointments. Pets are allowed, so a resident may be able to continue living with a pet after moving.

The community has a Walk Score of 52, meaning some errands can be done on foot; a resident who no longer drives may be able to reach certain nearby destinations independently. A private dining room, bistro area, fitness equipment, library, game room and resident kitchen provide additional spaces for dining, exercise, reading, recreation and meal preparation. Holiday Uffelman Estates may be a good fit for someone who wants independent living with on site dining, activities and transportation for errands and appointments.

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Starting Price $2,439/Month Pricing updated on October 7th, 2026

Holiday Windlands South is an independent living community in Nashville, TN, in the Paragon Mills neighborhood. Independent living provides private living with community services rather than daily care, making the community potentially suitable for someone who can manage personal care independently but wants services and activities available on site.

Homes include studios, one-bedroom apartments, and two-bedroom apartments, giving residents options for living alone or sharing with a companion. The community is wheelchair accessible, and scheduled transportation serves appointments, errands, and community outings, so residents have an established way to reach those destinations without arranging each ride themselves.

Exercise equipment and classes give residents an on-site way to participate in physical activity. Pets are allowed, so residents may bring a companion animal when moving into the community.

A Walk Score of 54 means the area is somewhat walkable, with some errands possible on foot. For a resident who no longer drives, that can allow occasional independent outings on foot while other trips may require transportation.

Stones River Manor provides nursing home and skilled nursing care, assisted living, memory care, independent living, adult day care, and respite care in Murfreesboro, TN. Nursing home and skilled nursing care include licensed nursing on site around the clock. Assisted living helps with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while residents maintain their own apartment.

Memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care. Adult day care provides care during the day, while respite care offers a short stay when a family caregiver needs time away.

Several care levels are available in one community. Stones River Manor may be a good fit for a resident whose needs grow over time and who may be able to remain in the same community. The community has 30 beds, creating a smaller setting where staff and residents can get to know each other.

Total nurse staffing is 6 hours and 4 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily nurse staffing time assigned to each resident. Medicare and private pay are accepted. Opened in 1977, Stones River Manor offers Assured Care and an Adult Day Program & Respite Care program.

Rehabilitation services and short term rehabilitation support recovery focused care for a limited stay. Amanda Pullias serves as the administrator.

Overview of The Preserve at Fairfield Glade

The Preserve at Fairfield Glade offers independent living, assisted living, nursing home care, and skilled nursing in Fairfield Glade, TN. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident keeps a private living space. Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock, and the combination of care levels can allow a resident’s care to change without leaving the community.

The community has 99 beds. Respite care provides a short stay for a resident while a regular caregiver travels or recovers, and short-term rehabilitation services support a resident during recovery. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted.

A restaurant-style dining room provides a dedicated setting for meals, while the salon offers an on-site place for personal grooming. Walking trails and a wellness center give residents places for outdoor walks and wellness activities, and scheduled local transportation supports planned trips within the area. The community is operated by Fairfield Glade of Tennessee and administered by Barry Cotton.

Total nurse staffing is 4 hours and 13 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily hands-on nursing time allocated to each resident. The Preserve at Fairfield Glade may be a good fit for someone whose care needs could grow over time or for a family seeking a short-term respite or rehabilitation stay.