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Compare Memory Care around Knoxville (Metro Area)
The information below is reported by the Tennessee Department of Health, Division of Health Care Facilities.
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| The Lantern at Morning Pointe Knoxville |
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Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. |
Knoxville | 60 | Yes | 4 | Studio / 2 Bed | - | 98.3% | Anita Estes | Westland Alzheimer's Investors, LLC | 517 days |
| Trinity Hills of Knoxville |
MC
Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
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Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
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Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. |
Knoxville (Chilhowee Hills) | 109 | Yes | 24 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 19 | 88.1% | Todd Taylor | Bfg Knoxville Opco, LLC | 334 days |
| The Lantern at Morning Pointe Hardin Valley |
MC
Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. |
Knoxville | 70 | Yes | 16 | Studio | 1 | - | Vanessa Ellis | Hardin Valley Alzheimer's Investors, LLC | - |
| Knoxville Landing |
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Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
AL
Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
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Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. |
Knoxville (Lake Brook Boulevard) | 102 | Yes | 13 | Studio / 1 Bed | 27 | 78.4% | Michele Blankenship | Willow Ridge Senior Living - Knoxville L | 623 days |
| The Lantern at Morning Pointe Lenoir City |
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Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. |
Lenoir City | 44 | Yes | 34 | Studio | 13 | 90.9% | James Clinton Ford | Loudon Alzheimer's Investors, LLC | 416 days |
Set in Knoxville, TN, The Lantern at Morning Pointe Hardin Valley is an idyllic senior living community that offers memory care in a warm, supportive environment. The community provides the right level of care for residents at any stage of memory loss at the comfort of their well-designed accommodations. Seniors at The Lantern can enjoy a safe, structured setting that promotes a higher quality of life through personalized support and engaging activities.
The community features amenities designed to enhance residents’ well-being and comfort. With programs tailored to various stages of Alzheimer’s and dementia, The Lantern at Morning Pointe ensures each individual receives care that aligns with their needs. Amenities include daily exercise, sensory and cognitive programs, intergenerational activities, and organized group outings, all fostering a vibrant, inclusive community.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 338 / 577 sq. ft
Housing Options: Studio / 2 Bed
Building Type: Two-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
With Trinity Hills of Knoxville, you can achieve an independent lifestyle within a warm, friendly environment. With its location in East Knoxville, Tennessee, this assisted living community is just minutes from grocery stores, a shopping center, a community center, and churches.
They offer a comforting, cozy, home-like environment with the privacy needed to provide residents and their families with peace of mind. The staff works around the clock to assist with every resident’s needs and ensure their well-being. They strive to develop a service plan tailored to meet their unique needs and well-being.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: Two-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Overview of Knoxville Landing
Knoxville Landing (Formerly Atria Weston Place) is a pet-friendly retirement community in Knoxville, TN, that offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care. Promoting a home-like atmosphere, the community ensures older adults are treated like a family. With 24-hour care, recreational activities, and housekeeping services, residents have a worry-free living. The community is dedicated to meeting older adults’ needs with personalized care plans.
Residents can find new interests and live actively with a variety of daily activities, encompassing educational, social, and cultural. An outdoor grill, walking paths, and a library are among the community’s state-of-the-art amenities that provide residents with opportunities to interact with their peers. Surrounded by local amenities, residents have easy access to their necessities. As one of Knoxville’s esteemed senior living communities, the community is a great choice for retirement.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed
Building Type: Single-story
Dining Services
Beauty Services
Transportation Services
Housekeeping Services
Social and Recreational Activities
Exercise Programs
Overview of The Lantern at Morning Pointe Hardin Valley
Set in Knoxville, TN, The Lantern at Morning Pointe Hardin Valley is an idyllic senior living community that offers memory care in a warm, supportive environment. The community provides the right level of care for residents at any stage of memory loss at the comfort of their well-designed accommodations. Seniors at The Lantern can enjoy a safe, structured setting that promotes a higher quality of life through personalized support and engaging activities.
The community features amenities designed to enhance residents’ well-being and comfort. With programs tailored to various stages of Alzheimer’s and dementia, The Lantern at Morning Pointe ensures each individual receives care that aligns with their needs. Amenities include daily exercise, sensory and cognitive programs, intergenerational activities, and organized group outings, all fostering a vibrant, inclusive community.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 380 / 600 sq. ft
Housing Options: Studio
Building Type: 3-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Overview of The Lantern at Morning Pointe Lenoir City
Overlooking the serene area of Hardin Valley, Knoxville, TN, The Lantern at Morning Pointe Knoxville is a leading senior living community that specializes in memory care, catering to seniors with Alzheimer’s and other forms of memory loss, ensuring they receive the attentive, structured care they need. Seniors will enjoy a safe, home-like environment designed to make them feel secure, while having the opportunity to engage in a variety of activities suited to their stage of memory care.
At The Lantern, residents benefit from a range of amenities and programs tailored to their needs. The Lamplight Program offers an expansive, secure environment for early to moderate stages of memory loss, filled with lively activities. For those in advanced stages, the Lantern Program provides a calming, personalized experience in a more intimate setting. Residents also enjoy daily exercise, creative and sensory programs, and life-long learning opportunities, all overseen by licensed nurses and clinical staff available 24/7.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 338 sq. ft
Housing Options: Studio
Building Type: Single-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Ranking Methodology
How we rank these memory care communities
Every community above is evaluated across six weighted categories using public data including state inspection records, review platforms, BBB profiles, and operator-published materials.
Weighting overview
35%
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.
Includes
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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Frequently Asked Questions about Memory Care in Knoxville, TN
What is the average cost of memory care in Knoxville, TN?
The average monthly cost of memory care in Knoxville, TN is approximately $5,000. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.
What is the price range for memory care in Knoxville, TN?
Memory care in Knoxville, TN typically ranges from $4,000–$6,500 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.
What is the typical staff-to-resident ratio at memory care communities in Knoxville, TN?
Memory care communities in Knoxville, TN typically operate with a staff-to-resident ratio in the range of 1:5–1:8.
How many licensed memory care communities are there in Knoxville, TN?
According to state licensing records, there are approximately 3+ (Arbor Terrace, Trinity Hills) licensed memory care communities in Knoxville, TN.
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.
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