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Best Memory Care in Chattanooga, TN

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 16 memory care communities in Chattanooga, TN using Tennessee Department of Health (TDH) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank memory care in TN
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Avg Walk Score: 28/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Chattanooga, TN. 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 Chattanooga, TN. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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The information below is reported by the Tennessee Department of Health, Division of Health Care Facilities.

The Health Center at Standifer Place
MC
ADC
AL
HC
HOS
IL
NH
SNF
Chattanooga (Walker Road)
125No 38 -34 33.6% A+David BoozerMaturecare Of Standifer Place, LLC
4 days
Facility 4 days
TN AVG 460
Rank #184 / 185
12927.9%72.1%0%1.6%3.1%7.8%10.9%27.9%14.7%34.1%2.3%96.1%1.6%
Thrive at Brow Wood
MC
AL
IL
Lookout Mountain (Chattanooga Valley)
25No 4 Suite10-A+Tate Stewart----------------
Morning Pointe of Hixson
MC
AL
Hixson
80Yes 19 Studio / Suite / Alcove / 1 Bed / 2 Bed22 100.0% -Robin JacksonHixson Medical Investors, LLC
743 days
Facility 743 days
TN AVG 460
Rank #15 / 185
10831.5%68.5%0%0%1.9%2.8%7.4%7.4%32.4%48.1%-100%-
Morning Pointe of Collegedale at Greenbriar Cove
MC
AL
Collegedale (Four Corners)
65Yes 29 Studio / Alcove / 1 Bed / 2 Bed19 86.2% A+Sarabeth Janae WilkinsGreenbriar Assisted Living Center, LLC
449 days
Facility 449 days
TN AVG 460
Rank #92 / 185
8564.7%35.3%0%0%2.4%1.2%4.7%29.4%25.9%36.5%-100%-
The Lantern at Morning Pointe Chattanooga
MC
Chattanooga (Twin Brook)
69Yes 29 Studio19 82.6% A+Nena MitchellShallowford Medical Investors, LLC
412 days
Facility 412 days
TN AVG 460
Rank #102 / 185
10428.8%71.2%0%0%1.9%2.9%15.4%31.7%22.1%26%-100%-
Morning Pointe of Chattanooga at Shallowford
MC
AL
Chattanooga (Drake Forest)
90Yes 5 Studio / Alcove / 1 Bed / 2 Bed19 81.1% A+Terri Michelle BakerAshwood Medical Investors LLC
450 days
Facility 450 days
TN AVG 460
Rank #91 / 185
12536%64%0%0%2.4%0.8%8.8%16.8%30.4%40.8%2.4%97.6%-
StoryPoint Chattanooga
MC
AL
Chattanooga (Mountain Creek)
92Yes 8 Studio / Suite / 1 Bed30 76.1% A+Mary Shoulders1148 Mountain Creek Road Opco LLC
190 days
Facility 190 days
TN AVG 460
Rank #152 / 185
4438.6%61.4%4.5%2.3%15.9%4.5%9.1%13.6%11.4%38.6%-100%-
Morning Pointe of East Hamilton
MC
AL
Ooltewah (Collegedale)
81Yes 26 Studio / Alcove / 1 Bed / 2 Bed22 86.4% A+Ian ShivesEast Hamilton Medical Investors, LLC
412 days
Facility 412 days
TN AVG 460
Rank #102 / 185
11869.5%30.5%0%0%1.7%2.5%11%30.5%32.2%22%-100%-
Elmcroft of Hamilton Place
MC
AL
RC
Chattanooga (Cannondale)
60No 45 Studio29-A+Timothy P. CookEc Opco Hamilton Place, LLC
74 days
Facility 74 days
TN AVG 460
Rank #170 / 185
4928.6%71.4%0%0%8.2%16.3%30.6%14.3%10.2%20.4%8.2%89.8%2%
American House Hamilton Place
MC
AL
RC
Chattanooga (Cannondale)
60Yes 50 Private Rooms27--Timothy P. CookEc Opco Hamilton Place, LLC
74 days
Facility 74 days
TN AVG 460
Rank #170 / 185
4928.6%71.4%0%0%8.2%16.3%30.6%14.3%10.2%20.4%8.2%89.8%2%
American House Shallowford
MC
AL
IL
RC
Chattanooga
113Yes 38 -26--Tommie WestfieldEc Opco Shallowford, LLC
340 days
Facility 340 days
TN AVG 460
Rank #124 / 185
6432.8%67.2%0%1.6%0%18.8%23.4%15.6%18.8%21.9%10.9%87.5%1.6%
Rockbridge Oaks
MC
AL
IL
Chattanooga (Concord Heights)
74Yes 35 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed5 51.4% A+Tammy CainTn Rockbridge Property LLC-9046.7%53.3%0%1.1%10%3.3%14.4%24.4%26.7%20%7.8%91.1%1.1%
The Lantern at Morning Pointe Collegedale
MC
AL
Collegedale (Ooltewah)
42Yes 44 Studio19 59.5% A+Sarabeth Jenae WilkinsCollegedale Assisted Living Center, LLC
361 days
Facility 361 days
TN AVG 460
Rank #117 / 185
4932.7%67.3%2%0%0%8.2%10.2%22.4%28.6%28.6%2%98%-
Martin-Boyd Christian Home
MC
AL
Chattanooga
124No 51 -26--Brooke Steele----------------
Signal Mountain Senior Living
MC
AL
IL
RC
Chattanooga (Mountain Creek)
120No 16 -22 57.5% A+Amy SilversChattanooga Senior Housing I Opco, LLC
384 days
Facility 384 days
TN AVG 460
Rank #108 / 185
10026%74%1%3%6%10%16%21%22%21%6%90%4%
Memorial Hospital Skilled Nursing Unit
NH
Chattanooga
1534Dennis J. StoutMemorial Health Care System, INC
Parkridge Medical Center Skilled Nursing Facility
NH
Chattanooga
1434Interim Debbie ReevesParkridge Medical Center, INC.
The Grand Court I Chattanooga
AL
Chattanooga
22Ed BrazilMountain Creek Assoc
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Overview of The Health Center at Standifer Place

The Health Center at Standifer Place specializes in delivering personalized services tailored to meet the unique needs of your loved ones. With an emphasis on independent living, assisted living, memory care, rehabilitation, and adult day care services, the staff strives to maintain an atmosphere of growth and patience– perfect for residents who seek to relax and recover.
The lifestyle at The Health Center is easy and results-driven thanks to the extensive services offered; residents can live a fulfilling everyday life. Some all-inclusive features include ALDs, medication management, transfer assistance, housekeeping, specialized programs, tailored care plans, and medical aid.

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Overview of Thrive at Brow Wood

Discover a world class living environment at Thrive at Brow Wood, a unique senior living community in Lookout Mountain, GA, offering a range of living options, including independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Residents thrive in neatly designed suites with open spaces and plenty of natural light for a neat and comfortable living space. The community provides ease of knowing that residents have access to every available level of care and support even as their needs change.

The community prioritizes building a solid foundation of trust and connection with residents, thoroughly understanding their pain points, and providing excellent solutions that help them live better lives. In addition to assistance with daily living activities and a certified memory care team, the community gives residents access to various healthcare services through its partnerships with reliable healthcare providers. Offering an array of interesting and engaging activities tailored to residents’ interests and strengths, the community fosters engagement and enrichment.

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Overview of Morning Pointe of Hixson

Situated in the heart of Hixson, Tennessee, Morning Pointe of Hixson offers a haven of comfort and tranquility for seniors. Whether a senior requires gentle daily assistance or seeks a comprehensive care plan tailored to their unique needs, this community is dedicated to enhancing their quality of life.

Morning Pointe of Hixson is a compassionate assisted living and memory care community thoughtfully designed to provide seniors with a profound sense of purpose and overall well-being. They are conveniently located along the picturesque Tennessee River Parkway, with Chattanooga Trails and Greenways, offering various assisted living services. Additionally, it’s also close to establishments such as Northgate Mall.

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Overview of Morning Pointe of Collegedale at Greenbriar Cove

Situated in Collegedale, TN, Morning Pointe of Collegedale at Greenbriar Cove is an inviting senior living community that offers assisted living, memory care, and respite care. The community provides residents with the personal care they need to feel supported while maintaining their independence. Whether it’s personal grooming assistance or specialized memory care, residents have access to the care and support they need with a licensed and clinical team available 24/7.

At Morning Pointe of Collegedale at Greenbriar Cove, residents stay active and engaged with a variety of life-enrichment programs, including daily exercise, creative programs, cognitive programs, live entertainment, and group outings. With onsite housekeeping and laundry services, residents spend less time on chores and more time on connecting with others. Sit back and enjoy culinary team-prepared meals catered to residents’ nutritional needs and served in spacious dining rooms that offer opportunities for bonding over delicious food.

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Overview of The Lantern at Morning Pointe Chattanooga

Situated in Chattanooga, TN, The Lantern at Morning Pointe Chattanooga is an engaging senior living community that offers specialized memory care services. Committed to helping residents dealing with Alzheimer’s and other forms of memory loss a fulfilling and comfortable lifestyle, the community offers two distinct programs for stage-appropriate care. The Lamplight Program is for residents in the early to moderate stages of Alzheimer’s disease while The Lantern Program is for more advanced stages of Alzheimer’s that focus on individual interests, life experiences, and personal strengths.

At Morning Pointe Senior Living, residents find comfort in knowing that a team of licensed nurses and clinical team members are available 24/7 to provide extensive care and assistance. Services like personal grooming assistance, medication management, periodic check ins, and incontinence management adds to residents’ comfort and convenience. Residents also benefit from access to exercise programs, activities, entertainment, and group outings organized by a professional senior care team, fostering a vibrant living experience for residents’ despite the challenges they are experiencing.

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Overview of Morning Pointe of Chattanooga at Shallowford

Morning Pointe of Chattanooga at Shallowford is the city’s premiere assisted living home. Management and staff strive to create a sense of community and belonging where everyone is welcome and included, and the facility maintains top-notch quality. When it comes to setting the standard for quality care and going above and beyond to meet the needs of seniors, it offers compassionate and kind care for its seniors.

Life is focused on an active and fulfilled holistic wellness. Seniors are offered an array of services such as restaurant-style dining, walking paths, and private assisted living or independent living apartments designed to meet the needs of every resident.

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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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Overview of StoryPoint Chattanooga

Located on Mountain Creek Road in Chattanooga, Tennessee, StoryPoint Chattanooga is a residential community that has served older adults for 32 years under the administration of Mary Shoulders and the operation of 1148 Mountain Creek Road Opco LLC. The two-story building accommodates up to 92 residents and offers studio, suite, and one-bedroom living options to suit a variety of preferences and support needs.

Currently, 70 of the 92 residences are occupied, creating a stable and moderately populated environment that may allow for more personalized attention. Although the surrounding neighborhood is largely car-dependent, making most errands and outings easier by vehicle, the location remains convenient for families in the Chattanooga area.

Additionally, the community’s long-standing presence and range of housing options provide flexibility for older adults seeking residential support.

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Overview of Elmcroft of Hamilton Place

In the welcoming city of Chattanooga, Tennessee, Elmcroft of Hamilton Place is a dedicated assisted living community and Alzheimer’s Care. This warm and inviting residence is tailored to accommodate individuals needing daily living assistance.

Elmcroft of Hamilton Place maintains the assurance of a licensed Health Care Director readily available 24/7, ensuring residents’ well-being is a top priority. Furthermore, with around-the-clock staffing by trained healthcare professionals, residents can choose the level of care that suits their preferences and requirements.

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American House Hamilton Place

1502 Gunbarrel Rd, Chattanooga, TN 37421
Overview of American House Hamilton Place

American House Hamilton Place is the premier assisted living and memory care home with the opportunity to live independently. The senior living community in Chattanooga is described as a flexible community that will adjust to the needs and wants of its residents. The residence’s environment focuses on comfort and comprehensive care to help seniors do more and be more as they continue to live life to the fullest. American House Hamilton Place ensures residents can grow and live purposeful lives during their golden years.

Community amenities and services help make the lives of its residents hassle-free, such as 24-hour licensed supervision, balanced meals provided, engaging activities scheduled, and a full-service salon available. Assisted living and memory care residents each receive specific care in terms of helping with daily living and memory care– that is, assistance with bathing, grooming, dressing, medication management, and activities for physical and mental stimulation activities.

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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 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.

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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.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • Pricing Transparency
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Frequently Asked Questions about Memory Care in Chattanooga, TN

What is the average cost of memory care in Chattanooga, TN?

The average monthly cost of memory care in Chattanooga, TN is approximately $4,500. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.

What is the price range for memory care in Chattanooga, TN?

Memory care in Chattanooga, TN typically ranges from $3,500–$6,000 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.

What is the typical staff-to-resident ratio at memory care communities in Chattanooga, TN?

Memory care communities in Chattanooga, TN typically operate with a staff-to-resident ratio in the range of 1:5–1:8.

What's the difference between assisted living and memory care in Tennessee?

Assisted living in Tennessee supports residents with daily activities (bathing, dressing, medication management) while preserving independence. Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's or dementia, and adds 24/7 secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and structured routines designed to reduce confusion and wandering.

Does Tennessee Medicaid cover memory care?

Tennessee Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for memory care, but most states (including Tennessee) offer Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers that can offset the cost of care services delivered inside a licensed community. Eligibility, waitlists, and covered services vary — check directly with the state Medicaid agency.

What is memory care?

Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia, with secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and routines built to reduce confusion and wandering.

How many memory care communities are listed on this page?

This page features 16 memory care communities in Chattanooga, TN. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.