Page 2 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. 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.
Stones River Manor
MC
ADC
AL
IL
NH
RC
SNF
Murfreesboro (Regency Park)
100
Facility 100
TN AVG 89
Rank #77 / 245
No
40
Facility 40
TN AVG 33
Rank #96 / 254
Private Rooms
51
Facility 51
TN AVG 24
Rank #2 / 217
88.0%
Facility 88.0%
TN AVG 73.6%
Rank #37 / 159
A+Kandie Dawn SmithStones River Manor, Inc-12317.1%82.9%0%0%1.6%5.7%8.9%14.6%30.9%38.2%-99.2%0.8%
Morning Pointe of Franklin
MC
AL
Franklin
80
Facility 80
TN AVG 89
Rank #122 / 245
Yes
25
Facility 25
TN AVG 33
Rank #159 / 254
Studio / Alcove / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
9
Facility 9
TN AVG 24
Rank #181 / 217
92.5%
Facility 92.5%
TN AVG 73.6%
Rank #25 / 159
A+Jenna AlleyFranklin Tn Medical Investors, LLC
649 days
Facility 649 days
TN AVG 423
Rank #27 / 136
10436.5%63.5%1%1%1.9%3.8%10.6%25%20.2%36.5%-100%-
The Rutherford Memory Care
MC
AL
IL
NH
RC
Murfreesboro (Lascassas Villa)
32
Facility 32
TN AVG 89
Rank #236 / 245
No
32
Facility 32
TN AVG 33
Rank #129 / 254
Studio / Suite
19
Facility 19
TN AVG 24
Rank #145 / 217
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
TN AVG 73.6%
Rank #1 / 159
-Brent BrewerInspirit Rutherford Mc Operator, LLC
563 days
Facility 563 days
TN AVG 423
Rank #42 / 136
3318.2%81.8%3%9.1%3%15.2%18.2%18.2%9.1%24.2%6.1%93.9%-
The Premier Neighborhood at Tellico Village
MC
AL
Loudon
112
Facility 112
TN AVG 89
Rank #65 / 245
Yes-Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
23
Facility 23
TN AVG 24
Rank #131 / 217
81.3%
Facility 81.3%
TN AVG 73.6%
Rank #64 / 159
FAngela SmithTellico Village Loudon Slc Tenant LLC
704 days
Facility 704 days
TN AVG 423
Rank #13 / 136
26955.4%44.6%0.4%0.4%0.7%3.3%7.8%12.6%28.3%46.5%-99.6%0.4%
Morning Pointe of Brentwood
MC
AL
Brentwood
80
Facility 80
TN AVG 89
Rank #122 / 245
Yes
4
Facility 4
TN AVG 33
Rank #239 / 254
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
28
Facility 28
TN AVG 24
Rank #75 / 217
87.5%
Facility 87.5%
TN AVG 73.6%
Rank #39 / 159
A+Lisa MelbyBrentwood Medical Investors, LLC
770 days
Facility 770 days
TN AVG 423
Rank #6 / 136
9926.3%73.7%0%0%5.1%4%9.1%20.2%24.2%37.4%-99%1%
Brookdale Colonial Heights
MC
AL
Kingsport
60
Facility 60
TN AVG 89
Rank #180 / 245
Yes
45
Facility 45
TN AVG 33
Rank #76 / 254
Studio / 1 Bed
48
Facility 48
TN AVG 24
Rank #4 / 217
76.7%
Facility 76.7%
TN AVG 73.6%
Rank #81 / 159
A+Spring Melody Weaver-ThompsonBlc Wellington-Colonial Heights, LLC
541 days
Facility 541 days
TN AVG 423
Rank #47 / 136
6529.2%70.8%0%1.5%1.5%1.5%4.6%16.9%35.4%38.5%-100%-
Vitality Living Franklin
MC
AL
Franklin
149
Facility 149
TN AVG 89
Rank #20 / 245
Yes
37
Facility 37
TN AVG 33
Rank #109 / 254
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
12
Facility 12
TN AVG 24
Rank #173 / 217
85.9%
Facility 85.9%
TN AVG 73.6%
Rank #49 / 159
-Amy GartenmanWcp Hometown Franklin Re, LLC
708 days
Facility 708 days
TN AVG 423
Rank #12 / 136
9427.7%72.3%0%0%0%5.3%8.5%23.4%29.8%33%2.1%95.7%2.1%
Walking Horse Meadows
MC
AL
RC
Clarksville (Evergreen Estates)
99
Facility 99
TN AVG 89
Rank #83 / 245
Yes
52
Facility 52
TN AVG 33
Rank #40 / 254
Alcove / Studio
29
Facility 29
TN AVG 24
Rank #70 / 217
-A+Chanel SmithSnh Tenn Tenant, LLC
407 days
Facility 407 days
TN AVG 423
Rank #73 / 136
5121.6%78.4%0%3.9%3.9%19.6%9.8%11.8%41.2%9.8%21.6%76.5%2%
Knoxville Landing
MC
AL
IL
Knoxville
102
Facility 102
TN AVG 89
Rank #75 / 245
Yes
13
Facility 13
TN AVG 33
Rank #209 / 254
Studio / 1 Bed
27
Facility 27
TN AVG 24
Rank #93 / 217
78.4%
Facility 78.4%
TN AVG 73.6%
Rank #75 / 159
-Michele BlankenshipWillow Ridge Senior Living - Knoxville L
623 days
Facility 623 days
TN AVG 423
Rank #31 / 136
11733.3%66.7%0%0.9%3.4%8.5%12.8%18.8%25.6%29.9%1.7%97.4%0.9%
Arcadia Senior Living Clarksville
MC
AL
IL
RC
Clarksville
90
Facility 90
TN AVG 89
Rank #103 / 245
Yes
26
Facility 26
TN AVG 33
Rank #154 / 254
1 Bed / 2 Bed
9
Facility 9
TN AVG 24
Rank #181 / 217
98.9%
Facility 98.9%
TN AVG 73.6%
Rank #8 / 159
-Sheila DickmannArcadia Of Clarksville, LLC
978 days
Facility 978 days
TN AVG 423
Rank #2 / 136
11726.5%73.5%0%0%0.9%2.6%10.3%23.9%39.3%23.1%2.6%95.7%1.7%

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 Brentwood

Set in the quiet neighborhood of Brentwood, TN, Morning Pointe of Brentwood is a cozy senior living community that offers compassionate assisted living, memory care, and respite care services. Residents can rest comfortably in their perfectly appointed accommodations built with safety features and handicap accessible, to ensure residents with varying mobility levels enjoy a comfortable residence that matches their needs. Round-the-clock emergency response and dedicated team available ensures residents have access to quick aid, should they need it.

Residents experience a comfortable and maintenance-free living environment, with services like housekeeping and laundry. Additional services like health oversight by a licensed nurse, medication assistance and reminders, periodic check-ins, and personal care assistance, ensure most of residents’ support needs are met. The community offers a wide variety of activities including games, crafts, concerts, exercise and much more, ensuring residents a vibrant and active lifestyle.

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Overview of Walking Horse Meadows

Walking Horse Meadows is one of Clarkville’s premier assisted living and memory care homes. It boasts a home-like ambiance that creates a beautiful experience for the next home for you or your loved one, making sure residents feel like they belong. They encourage independence in their residents, which is why they provide a lifestyle based on your terms. Walking Horse Meadows leads a vibrant and enriching lifestyle that offers a list of living options with customized care created to fit the needs of each individual.

Approaching modern senior care through its person-centered service, the retirement home has fully equipped amenities to help with individual holistic wellness– enriching programs, recreational activities, and nutritious meals. The well-trained staff on duty tend to your needs– on top of the services they offer: housekeeping and maintenance, cleaning, and transportation, among others.

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Overview of Morning Pointe of Franklin

Situated within a couple of miles of historic downtown Franklin, Morning Pointe of Franklin is an assisted living and memory care community in Franklin, Tennessee. The single-story community is operated by Franklin TN Medical Investors, LLC, with Jenna Alley serving as administrator and Steven Stewart as executive director. Residents can choose from studio, alcove, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom floor plans, giving them several options based on their space needs.

The community has been serving residents for 9 years. It currently houses 104 residents across 80 beds, with an occupancy rate of about 93%. Residents stay an average of 649 days, which shows that many residents stay here for the long term. Longer stays can help establish a feeling of familiarity, with residents and staff forming meaningful relationships.

Residents can participate in exercise and fitness classes, group outings, volunteer opportunities, community projects and lifelong learning programs throughout the year. Outdoor features like patios, courtyards, walking trails and exercise equipment will attract outdoor lovers. The emergency response system and clinical staff are available 24 hours a day. Pets are allowed, so residents can bring along a companion animal.

The area is somewhat walkable, with a Walk Score of 25. A few nearby errands can be completed on foot, but most trips require driving. It’s close to historic downtown Franklin, so visiting family have a convenient place to enjoy outings together.

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Overview of Brookdale Colonial Heights

At Brookdale Colonial Heights, a comfortable and secure assisted living and memory care community in Kingsport, Tennessee, residents can live life to the fullest with personalized care tailored to their needs. The community handles cooking, cleaning, laundry, and other household chores, allowing residents to enjoy excursions into town, lively card games, or classic movie nights. Residents can choose from a selection of pet-friendly apartment floor plans to find the perfect fit. With staff available 24/7 for emergencies, residents can feel safe and secure. Brookdale Colonial Heights’ assisted living program offers personalized care in a warm, welcoming environment, keeping residents engaged and connected while providing compassionate help with daily tasks like dressing and getting around the community.

The memory care program features specially designed environments and trained associates who gently guide residents living with Alzheimer’s or dementia through a daily path of engagement, helping them enjoy a meaningful and purpose-filled life. Residents can participate in a variety of activities, from morning fitness classes and mental workouts to sensory therapy and resident socials, building confidence and developing friendships. The community also offers restaurant-style dining in the cozy dining room or private dining room, with dementia-friendly menus and a focus on creating a sense of belonging for memory care residents.

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Overview of Vitality Living Franklin

Vitality Living Franklin offers assisted living and memory care in Franklin, TN. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident keeps an apartment. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

Having both care levels on one campus may suit a resident whose needs grow over time, since they may be able to move between care levels without leaving the community. The community has 149 beds and offers studio, one bedroom, and two bedroom housing. A studio provides one private space, while a two bedroom layout can work for a couple moving together or for someone who wants a companion.

Assisted living starts at $5,325 for a studio and $6,375 for a one bedroom, giving families prices for two available layouts at that care level. A Walk Score of 37 places the area in a car dependent setting, so most errands require a car or a ride. Someone who no longer drives would generally need transportation for errands, although scheduled transportation is available for local church services, shopping, and events.

Pets are allowed, and residents can use the beauty salon or barbershop and community walking trails. Amy Gartenman serves as the administrator, and WCP Hometown Franklin RE operates the community. Vitality Living Franklin may be a good fit for someone who needs either daily living support or a secured memory care setting while remaining in the same community as care needs change.

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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.

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Overview of Arcadia Senior Living Clarksville

Arcadia Senior Living celebrates purposeful living, which is why they ensure that residents are satisfied with the care and compassion they receive. Offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care options, the family-owned community knows the importance of getting together and understanding everyone’s uniqueness. Arcadia Senior Living practices a service centered on values, the staff ensures that seniors cultivate individual growth in a community that is warm and welcoming.

As an active member of CARE – Coalition for Active Resident Engagement members, residents participate in daily activities and exercise to promote a healthy lifestyle. Other essential features include an all-day cafe, chef-prepared meals in the dining room, a beauty salon, and a full-service salon on-site; services include housekeeping and linen services, personal laundry, and transportation services.

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Overview of Stones River Manor

Situated in the lively community of Murfreesboro, Tennessee, Stones River Manor is a comprehensive senior living facility, presenting independent living, assisted living, and assured care services. As a not-for-profit establishment, Stones River Manor streamlines senior living, fostering a supportive and dynamic environment. Their services extend to adult day care and restorative care chairs, along with advanced care tailored for independent living.

With a steadfast reputation built over 40 years, this community has brought happiness to numerous families in the region, offering a vibrant and enjoyable social community. Stones River Manor provides a variety of floor plans and includes weekly housekeeping services, cable television, monthly health assessments, laundry services, and much more, ensuring a reliable and enriching experience for residents seeking independent living options.

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Overview of The Premier Neighborhood at Tellico Village

Located in the bustling town of Loudon, TN, The Premier Neighborhood at Tellico Village is an established senior living community that offers various levels of care, including assisted living, memory care, respite care, and short-term stays. Featuring an array of floor plans, including studios, one and two-bedroom apartments, the community provides several choices for residents to choose a living space that matches their tastes and needs. One of the highlights of the community is its close location to shopping, restaurants, churches, and entertainment.

Whether you need a short-term stay while recovering from treatment or a longer-term rehab, the community has it all under one roof with its trusted partnership with a leading rehabilitation service provider. Amenities like restaurant-style dining, spacious activity center, a full-service barber and beauty salon, and diverse social and recreational events, gives residents a more fulfilling experience.

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Overview of Schilling Gardens Senior Living

Schilling Gardens Senior Living is a compassionate senior living community based in Collierville, TN, offering various care options, including assisted living, memory care, respite care, rehabilitation, hospice care, and an Adult Day Club. Residents here enjoy the comfort of receiving attentive support and care from a licensed team of care professionals available 24 hours a day to provide various services. The community ensures a cozy residence with spacious apartment options, including a studio and one-bedroom apartment.

The community ensures plenty of enjoyable opportunities with its broad range of activities, events, and wellness initiatives. A culinary team carefully prepares delicious dishes that are tailored to accommodate residents’ nutritional needs. With access to various therapy services, comprehensive care, nourishing meals, and nurturing environment, residents are able to live a comfortable and fulfilling retirement life at Schilling Gardens Senior Living.

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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.