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Avina Milwaukee

437 Alexian Way, Signal Mountain, TN 37377
Overview of Avina Milwaukee

Avina Milwaukee is a retirement community in Signal Mountain, TN, offering independent living, assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, and rehabilitation. With a 185-bed capacity, the community maintains a lively, welcoming environment for older adults’ comfort and safety. Along with its multiple levels of care, flexible dining options, housekeeping, laundry, and utilities, except phone, are also provided. To provide personalized care plans, the community strives to understand residents’ unique needs and habits.

Exercises, fun events, and games provide residents with more opportunities to socialize and live actively. For residents’ leisure and wellness, a salon and barbershop, garden areas, and spacious communal areas are provided. The community is also easily accessible, as it is located near Rainbow Lake Wilderness Park, Julia Falls, and other local amenities. As one of the trusted options for senior living in Tennessee, the community ensures older adults can age in place with its comprehensive care options.

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Overview of Sycamores Terrace

Sycamores Terrace is an independent living community in Nashville, Tennessee, with private apartments, community services, and no daily care. The community has 55 beds, creating a smaller setting where staff and residents can get to know each other, which may suit someone who prefers a more familiar environment.

Renovated one-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments are available. A one-bedroom gives one resident a private living space, while a two-bedroom can accommodate a couple moving together or someone who wants a companion. Pamela Martin Leptic serves as the administrator.

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Overview of Canterfield of Franklin

Canterfield of Franklin offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Franklin, TN. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks while residents keep their own apartments, independent living offers private living with community services and no daily care, and memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. These options may suit a resident whose needs grow over time, since moving between care levels can happen without leaving the community.

The community has 99 beds, and a Walk Score of 73 means the area is very walkable, with most errands possible on foot. A resident who no longer drives can still reach nearby shops, a pharmacy, or cafes independently. Pets are allowed, so residents can continue living with a pet, and Bradley Hamilton serves as the director. Residents can use a barber and beauty salon and dine in a restaurant style setting, keeping grooming services and meals within the community. Scheduled transportation supports planned trips, while rehabilitation services can provide structured therapy during recovery. Respite care offers short stays when a family’s usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

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Overview of Creekside at Shallowford – a Provincial Senior Living Community

Located in the Twin Brook area of Chattanooga, Tennessee, Creekside at Shallowford is an independent living community. It is about 9. 4 miles from downtown Chattanooga. The community is operated by Provincial Senior Living, which runs communities in several states. Creekside at Shallowford has been in operation for 28 years. Paula Graves serves as the on-site manager.

Housing is spread across a three-story building. Residents can choose from studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments, as well as cottages. Unit sizes range from about 385 to nearly 1,300 square feet. These options give residents choices based on how much space they want.

As an independent living community, residents live on their own in private apartments. They do not receive hands-on medical or personal care. Daily life is supported by transportation services and three meals served each day. This helps residents get around town and have regular meals without managing everything alone.

On-site, residents have access to a fitness center, game room, bistro area, activity room, salon, and library. Outdoor spaces are also available for fresh air and time outside. The building includes emergency response systems and wheelchair-accessible design. Pets are welcome for residents who want to bring one with them.

The surrounding neighborhood has a Walk Score of 47. This means a few nearby errands can be done on foot. Most trips will need a car or the community’s transportation service. The setting is more suburban than urban, which is worth noting for residents who want to get around on their own.

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Overview of Whiteside’s Faith Manor

Whiteside’s Faith Manor offers independent living in Chattanooga, Tennessee, with apartment living and community services for residents who do not need daily personal care. The community may be a good fit for senior citizens and disabled individuals seeking low income independent living apartments. It has 117 beds and offers one bedroom and two bedroom apartments, with the larger layout also suiting a couple or someone who wants to share a home with a companion.

Whiteside’s Faith Manor opened in 1979 and is in the Martin Luther King neighborhood. A Walk Score of 80 means the area is very walkable, with most errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently. Transportation is also available for trips that are not made on foot.

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Overview of Lakeside @ McKenzie

Lakeside @ McKenzie is an independent living community in Mc Kenzie, TN, with 71 beds. Independent living offers private living with community services and no daily care, making it a possible fit for someone who wants that arrangement.

A Walk Score of 56 means some errands can be done on foot, so a resident who no longer drives may be able to manage some outings independently. Alva Tegethoff serves as administrator, and Carriage Crossing operates the community.

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Overview of Sanders Ferry Assisted Living

Sanders Ferry Assisted Living offers independent living in Hendersonville, TN, for adults aged 55 and older who live privately with community services and do not need daily care. The community has 148 beds. Sanders Ferry Opco operates the community, with To Be Determin serving as its administrator.

A Walk Score of 52 places the area in the somewhat walkable band, so some errands can be done on foot. A resident who no longer drives can complete some errands independently without relying on a car for every trip.

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Overview of Jubilee House

Jubilee House boasts an elegant and professional atmosphere that ensures a service delivered with compassion and respect. The retirement home promotes a lifestyle centered on you or your loved one with independent living services that offer personalized care tailored to your unique needs. The team of compassionate and professional staff tries to create an atmosphere of warmth and comfort where seniors can feel amplified in finding new possibilities in the community.

Jubilee House is where comfort and growth are found through an elevated lifestyle. The independent living assisted living, and memory care community for seniors creates a lifestyle that takes advantage of the seamless access to the beautiful community features available.

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Overview of Regency Retirement Village

Regency Retirement Village offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Morristown, TN. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living provides help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision, and the range of care levels may suit a resident whose needs grow over time.

Licensed nursing care is available around the clock, giving residents access to nursing support at any time of day or night. Regency Retirement Village has 168 beds. Misty Lee Stickley serves as the administrator, and Morristown Senior Services operates the community.

Short Term Stays and respite care offer short-term placement, which can suit a family caregiver who needs to travel or recover. The intergenerational campus includes Child Day Care, placing a child care program within the community. Pets are allowed, so a resident may keep a pet while living there.

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Overview of Robinwood Retirement Resort

With easy access to Memphis, Robinwood Retirement Resort offers independent living in Bartlett with the charm of small-town Tennessee. Located in the Four Way neighborhood on Kirby Whitten Road, this three-story facility is operated by Resort Lifestyle Communities, which has been building and managing retirement properties for over a decade. It caters to residents seeking all-inclusive, worry-free independent living.

Each floor plan, available in studio, one-, or two-bedroom layouts, features full-sized kitchen appliances, climate control, ample closets, and furnishings customizable to your taste. Pets are welcome at no extra fee, making the home ideal for those wanting to bring their companions into retirement. The home centers on its Signature Freedom Dining program, which stands out as a signature feature among occupants. An executive chef prepares three quality meals daily with fresh ingredients and diet-conscious recipes. If you miss a meal service, the kitchen delivers to your apartment, and the chef’s pantry is open 24/7 for snacks and light fare. Weekly housekeeping and maintenance are included, freeing you from the burden of upkeep. Shared spaces anchor community life. The fitness and exercise room, spa area, theater, billiards room, arcade, and library give occupants multiple settings to pursue hobbies and meet others. A lounge with bar, business center, and conversation areas complements the amenities. The lifestyle director schedules monthly community events, group fitness classes, and outings, and the property’s travel program lets residents visit other resort lifestyle communities across the country at no extra charge. The location offers the best of both worlds: the quiet, historic charm of Bartlett, with landmarks like the Nicholas Gotten House and nearby parks, combined with easy access to Memphis’s dining, music, and cultural scene, including Graceland and Beale Street. With a Walk Score of 57, some errands can be finished on foot. Transportation services are offered for outings and appointments. Parking is on-site, and Wi-Fi access is included.

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Weighting overview

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    Resident Experience
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    Regulatory
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    Visual Media
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    Website
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    Stability
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    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 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.

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  • 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.

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  • Walk Score
  • Pricing Transparency
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Independent Living in Tennessee at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 38/ 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: 81The 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 Independent Living in Tennessee

What is independent living?

Independent living communities are residential settings for active older adults — typically with private apartments or cottages, shared amenities (dining, fitness, activities), and no built-in medical care.

How many independent living communities are listed on this page?

This page features 129 independent living communities in Tennessee. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right independent living 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 independent living 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.