Page 11 of Best Memory Care in Tennessee

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 272 memory care providers in TN using TN Dept. of Health (TDH) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank memory care in TN
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Info below is compiled from the TN Dept. of Health (TDH), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.

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. 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.
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.
Morning Pointe of Knoxville
MC
AL
Knoxville
81
Facility 81
TN AVG 89
Rank #119 / 245
Yes
2
Facility 2
TN AVG 33
Rank #247 / 254
Studio / Alcove / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
7
Facility 7
TN AVG 24
Rank #194 / 217
80.2%
Facility 80.2%
TN AVG 73.6%
Rank #72 / 159
-Kristy RitchWestland Medical Investors LLC
620 days
Facility 620 days
TN AVG 423
Rank #33 / 136
7614.5%85.5%1.3%0%0%2.6%5.3%15.8%27.6%47.4%-100%-
South Breeze Senior Living
MC
ADC
AL
HOS
RC
Memphis (Cedar Lake)
88
Facility 88
TN AVG 89
Rank #107 / 245
Yes
34
Facility 34
TN AVG 33
Rank #119 / 254
Studio / 1 Bed
17
Facility 17
TN AVG 24
Rank #152 / 217
34.1%
Facility 34.1%
TN AVG 73.6%
Rank #154 / 159
-Lisa HargroveAmericare At South Breeze Assisted Livin
190 days
Facility 190 days
TN AVG 423
Rank #110 / 136
6421.9%78.1%3.1%0%4.7%6.3%15.6%17.2%26.6%26.6%32.8%67.2%-
The Lantern at Morning Pointe Lenoir City
MC
AL
RC
Lenoir City
44
Facility 44
TN AVG 89
Rank #226 / 245
Yes
34
Facility 34
TN AVG 33
Rank #119 / 254
Studio
14
Facility 14
TN AVG 24
Rank #163 / 217
90.9%
Facility 90.9%
TN AVG 73.6%
Rank #28 / 159
-James Clinton FordLoudon Alzheimer's Investors, LLC
416 days
Facility 416 days
TN AVG 423
Rank #68 / 136
7131%69%0%0%1.4%2.8%11.3%26.8%25.4%32.4%-100%-
Morning Pointe of Powell
MC
AL
Powell (Powells Crossroads)
80
Facility 80
TN AVG 89
Rank #122 / 245
Yes
5
Facility 5
TN AVG 33
Rank #234 / 254
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
12
Facility 12
TN AVG 24
Rank #173 / 217
87.5%
Facility 87.5%
TN AVG 73.6%
Rank #39 / 159
-Michael ToniettiPowell Medical Investors, LLC
654 days
Facility 654 days
TN AVG 423
Rank #25 / 136
11924.4%75.6%0%0.8%0%0%9.2%16.8%28.6%44.5%-100%-
American House Bartlett
MC
AL
RC
Bartlett (Bartlett Woodlands East)
116
Facility 116
TN AVG 89
Rank #58 / 245
Yes
39
Facility 39
TN AVG 33
Rank #100 / 254
-
26
Facility 26
TN AVG 24
Rank #111 / 217
--Marsha LeonardEc Opco Bartlett, LLC
425 days
Facility 425 days
TN AVG 423
Rank #67 / 136
7642.1%57.9%2.6%0%2.6%1.3%21.1%31.6%0%40.8%43.4%56.6%-
Belmont Village Green Hills
MC
AL
Nashville (Green Hills)
160
Facility 160
TN AVG 89
Rank #14 / 245
Yes
75
Facility 75
TN AVG 33
Rank #5 / 254
Studio / 1 Bed
24
Facility 24
TN AVG 24
Rank #131 / 217
-A+Justin ThomasBelmont Village Green Hills Tenant , LLC
21 days
Facility 21 days
TN AVG 423
Rank #133 / 136
12813.3%86.7%0%0%0%0%0%71.9%15.6%12.5%0.8%98.4%0.8%
Viva Senior Living at Oak Ridge
MC
AL
IL
RC
Oak Ridge (Jackson Square)
62
Facility 62
TN AVG 89
Rank #175 / 245
Yes
45
Facility 45
TN AVG 33
Rank #76 / 254
Private / Companion / 1 Bed / 2 Bed Rooms
28
Facility 28
TN AVG 24
Rank #75 / 217
-CAngelia CoxOak Ridge Al Opco, LLC
585 days
Facility 585 days
TN AVG 423
Rank #39 / 136
5635.7%64.3%0%3.6%7.1%0%0%58.9%5.4%25%-100%-
American House Shallowford
MC
AL
IL
RC
Chattanooga
113
Facility 113
TN AVG 89
Rank #64 / 245
Yes
38
Facility 38
TN AVG 33
Rank #105 / 254
-
27
Facility 27
TN AVG 24
Rank #111 / 217
--Tommie WestfieldEc Opco Shallowford, LLC
340 days
Facility 340 days
TN AVG 423
Rank #89 / 136
6432.8%67.2%0%1.6%0%18.8%23.4%15.6%18.8%21.9%10.9%87.5%1.6%
Majestic Gardens at Memphis Rehabilitation and Skilled Nursing Center
MC
NH
SNF
Memphis (Midtown)
50
Facility 50
TN AVG 89
Rank #210 / 245
No
80
Facility 80
TN AVG 33
Rank #1 / 254
-
34
Facility 34
TN AVG 24
Rank #19 / 217
36.0%
Facility 36.0%
TN AVG 73.6%
Rank #152 / 159
A+Natalie BerkelyMajestic Operations, LLC
288 days
Facility 288 days
TN AVG 423
Rank #98 / 136
2222.7%77.3%4.5%0%0%9.1%0%22.7%40.9%22.7%-100%-
Morning Pointe of Columbia
MC
AL
RC
Columbia (West Meade)
53
Facility 53
TN AVG 89
Rank #204 / 245
Yes
47
Facility 47
TN AVG 33
Rank #70 / 254
Studio / Alcove / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
28
Facility 28
TN AVG 24
Rank #75 / 217
--J. Tyler SneedColumbia Senior Community, LLC
393 days
Facility 393 days
TN AVG 423
Rank #74 / 136
6018.3%81.7%1.7%0%0%3.3%16.7%26.7%28.3%23.3%1.7%98.3%-

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each memory care community is ranked against every other TN memory care community we track that reports that metric, not just the 272 on this page. See how we rank facilities

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Overview of Morning Pointe of Knoxville

Morning Pointe of Knoxville provides assisted living and memory care in Knoxville, TN. Assisted living includes help with dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident keeps a private apartment; Memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone who may be at risk of wandering.

The community has 81 beds, with studio, alcove, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom housing options. A two-bedroom layout can suit a couple moving together, and pets are allowed, so residents can keep their pets with them in the community. Morning Pointe of Knoxville may be a good fit for someone who needs daily support or a secured, supervised setting because of memory-related needs. Kristy Ritch serves as administrator, and Westland Medical Investors operates the community.

Contact Morning Pointe of Knoxville

Overview of South Breeze Senior Living

South Breeze Senior Living is a multi-care senior residential community located at 7168 Germantown Road in the Cedar Lake area of Memphis, Tennessee. Operated by Americare at South Breeze Assisted Living under the direction of administrator Lisa Hargrove, the community integrates assisted living, specialized memory care, adult day services, short-term respite, and hospice care.

The single-story, 88-bed home has been operational for 17 years, offering private accommodations in studio and one-bedroom apartment floor plans. With 30 beds currently occupied, the community records an average resident length of stay of 190 days. On-site services include physical rehabilitation support, local transportation logistics, structured fitness options, and a calendar of recreational programming.

The campus is pet-friendly. Sited in an area with a walk score of 34, the surrounding neighborhood is car-dependent, meaning visitors and residents require a vehicle for the majority of off-site errands and medical appointments.

Prospective families and health coordinators can contact the Germantown Road administrative office directly to confirm current room vacancies, request a schedule of fees, or set up a property tour.

Contact South Breeze Senior Living

Overview of The Lantern at Morning Pointe Lenoir City

The Lantern at Morning Pointe Lenoir City provides assisted living, memory care, and respite care in Lenoir City, TN. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks while the resident keeps a private studio, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone living with Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia. Respite care offers a short term stay while a usual caregiver travels or recovers, so the range of care types may suit someone whose needs could change over time.

The community has 44 beds and studio apartments, giving each resident a single private living space. Pets are allowed, which means a resident may continue living with a pet. James Clinton Ford administers the community, and Loudon Alzheimer’s Investors operates it.

Meals are made from scratch with fresh, seasonal, and local ingredients and served with full table service. Special diets are available for residents with specific dietary needs, while the Life Enrichment program provides structured activities and Caregiver Support Groups support family caregivers. A Walk Score of 34 places the area in a car dependent setting, so most errands require a car or a ride, and a resident who no longer drives would need transportation for them. The community may be a good fit for a person who needs memory care or for a family seeking a short term respite stay.

Contact The Lantern at Morning Pointe Lenoir City

Overview of Morning Pointe of Powell

Tucked away in Powell, TN, Morning Pointe of Powell is a compassionate assisted living community. The community offers personalized care to seniors, ranging from a little help with daily activities to comprehensive care plans. Residents enjoy a vibrant community atmosphere with medical assistance, transportation to appointments, delicious meals, and plenty of social opportunities. The community’s ideal location provides quick access to Tennova Healthcare Campus, Powell High School, the Broadacres Subdivision, and the Karns & Halls suburbs, encouraging a convenient and vibrant lifestyle.

At Morning Pointe of Powell, residents benefit from a range of amenities and programs designed to enhance their quality of life. Licensed nurses provide health and wellness oversight, and staff are available 24/7 for personalized care and medication management. Daily life enrichment programs include exercise and physical activities, creative and sensory programs, lifelong learning, and intergenerational activities with local schools and colleges. Residents also enjoy live entertainment, organized group outings, and opportunities for volunteering and community projects.

Contact Morning Pointe of Powell

American House Bartlett

3345 Kirby Whitten Rd, Bartlett, TN 38134
Overview of American House Bartlett

Operating for over 26 years, American House Bartlett is an assisted living community that provides assisted living services to older adults in Bartlett, Tennessee. Operated by Ec Opco Bartlett, LLC, the 116-bed, single-story community on Kirby Whitten Road is designed for individuals who need assistance with daily activities while maintaining as much independence as possible in a supportive residential setting.

Access to 24-hour staff assistance is provided, along with housekeeping, laundry, scheduled transportation, and respite care for short-term stays. Additionally, the pet-friendly community offers restaurant-style dining, a library, courtyard, patios, a beauty salon and barber shop, community gardens, postal services, and spiritual programs that enhance daily living.

A full calendar of activities, including fitness classes, games, and live entertainment, encourages older adults to stay active and socially connected. Moreover, the surrounding neighborhood has a Walk Score of 39, so while a few destinations are within walking distance, most errands are conveniently supported by the community’s transportation services.

State inspections have focused on areas such as life safety practices, resident supervision, cleanliness, food safety, and care plan documentation. As a result, families are encouraged to discuss how these aspects of daily operations are monitored and maintained.

Contact American House Bartlett

Overview of Belmont Village Green Hills

Belmont Village Green Hills offers assisted living and memory care in Nashville’s Green Hills neighborhood. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Having both care levels in one community can suit a resident whose needs may grow over time.

The community has 160 beds, with studio and one-bedroom residences. A studio offers a single-room layout, while a one-bedroom provides separate sleeping and living areas. Respite care gives a family a short stay option when their usual caregiver needs to travel or recover, and short-term rehabilitation provides temporary support during recovery.

Chef-prepared dining, salon services, an outdoor terrace, and a professionally supervised fitness center give residents places for meals, grooming, time outdoors, and exercise without leaving the community. Daily free scheduled transportation supports planned trips. Programs include Short Stay, Whole Brain Fitness, Health & Wellness, and social and enrichment activities.

Pets are allowed, so a resident can bring a pet when moving in. A Walk Score of 75 means the area is very walkable, with most errands possible on foot, allowing a resident who no longer drives to still get out independently. Justin Thomas serves as administrator, and the community is operated by Belmont Village Green Hills Tenant.

Contact Belmont Village Green Hills

Viva Senior Living at Oak Ridge

360 Laboratory Road, Oak Ridge, TN 37830
Overview of Viva Senior Living at Oak Ridge

Viva Senior Living at Oak Ridge provides assisted living, independent living, memory care, and respite care in Oak Ridge, TN. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, toileting, and dining, while independent living supports private living without daily care. Memory care offers secured supervision for someone at risk of wandering, and respite care gives a family caregiver a short stay option when they need to travel or recover.

The range of care levels can suit a resident whose needs may grow over time without requiring a move to another community. Viva Senior Living at Oak Ridge has 62 beds. Housing includes private and companion rooms, along with one bedroom and two bedroom rooms, so one resident can have a private room while two people moving together can share a companion or larger room.

Monthly pricing ranges from $2,675 to $4,250, giving families lower and upper figures for initial budgeting. Residents can keep pets. Farm to table dining allows them to eat meals within the community, while a landscaped garden and patio provide outdoor space. Daily activities, trips, and social programs offer scheduled ways to spend time and participate in community programming.

A Walk Score of 45 places the area in a car dependent setting, so most errands require a car or a ride. The community is in Jackson Square. Angelia Cox serves as the administrator, and Oak Ridge AL OpCo operates the community.

Price range $2,675 - $4,250/Month

Contact Viva Senior Living at Oak Ridge

American House Shallowford

7127 Lee Hwy, Chattanooga, TN 37421
Overview of American House Shallowford

American House Shallowford 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 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.

Contact American House Shallowford

Overview of Majestic Gardens at Memphis Rehabilitation and Skilled Nursing Center

Majestic Gardens at Memphis Rehabilitation and Skilled Nursing is a nursing home in Memphis, TN, that offers skilled nursing and rehabilitation services. Dedicated to older adults’ comfort and safety, the community continuously improves its services to meet their needs. Dietitian-approved meals are served in various dining areas, while pain management and 24-hour MD coverage are among the services provided for residents’ welfare. The community also features a dedicated memory care unit, called the Sunflower Unit, to ensure that residents with memory issues are well-cared for.

Cultural programs and a full recreation calendar are conducted to enrich residents’ stay. Private and semi-private rooms are also available to meet residents’ preferences. Public transportation, restaurants, and shops are also available nearby, providing residents with access to their needs. This nursing home is ideal for senior living in Tennessee, particularly with its wide range of services.

Contact Majestic Gardens at Memphis Rehabilitation and Skilled Nursing Center

Overview of Morning Pointe of Columbia

Located in Columbia, TN, Morning Pointe of Columbia is a classic senior living community that offers assisted living, memory care, and respite care. The community offers single level living in spacious apartments with multiple floor plan options, individual climate control, and WiFi access for connecting with family and friends or entertainment. A licensed and clinical team is available to provide support and care 24/7, ensuring residents have easy access to assistance when they need it.

Residents live without the hassles of cleaning with housekeeping and laundry services provided. The community offers a diverse calendar of activities, including exercise classes, physical activities, live entertainment, and organized group outings, keeping residents’ living experience vibrant. Residents gather round and connect over delicious and nutritious meals prepared by a culinary team to accommodate residents’ unique dietary needs and preferences. The pet-friendly community also offers amenities like beauty/barbershop, pharmacy services, and screened in patios and courtyards for relaxation.

Contact Morning Pointe of Columbia

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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Memory Care in Tennessee at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 33/ 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: 89The 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 Memory Care in Tennessee

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 272 memory care communities in Tennessee. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right memory care 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 memory care 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.