Page 5 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. 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.
StoryPoint Germantown (HarborChase)
MC
AL
Memphis (White Station)
160
Facility 160
TN AVG 89
Rank #14 / 245
Yes
52
Facility 52
TN AVG 33
Rank #40 / 254
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-
31.3%
Facility 31.3%
TN AVG 73.6%
Rank #158 / 159
A-Melanie PriceCd-Tt Germantown LLC
696 days
Facility 696 days
TN AVG 423
Rank #17 / 136
8522.4%77.6%0%1.2%4.7%2.4%12.9%31.8%23.5%23.5%-100%-
Harmony at Victory Station
MC
AL
IL
Murfreesboro (Paschal Estates)
99
Facility 99
TN AVG 89
Rank #83 / 245
Yes
29
Facility 29
TN AVG 33
Rank #139 / 254
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
8
Facility 8
TN AVG 24
Rank #187 / 217
45.5%
Facility 45.5%
TN AVG 73.6%
Rank #144 / 159
C+Janet BrownVop Victory Station, LLC
362 days
Facility 362 days
TN AVG 423
Rank #83 / 136
9934.3%65.7%0%2%1%5.1%18.2%19.2%23.2%31.3%2%94.9%3%
Rain Forest Landings
MC
AL
RC
Knoxville (Truewood By Merrill)
62
Facility 62
TN AVG 89
Rank #175 / 245
No
18
Facility 18
TN AVG 33
Rank #184 / 254
Suite
14
Facility 14
TN AVG 24
Rank #163 / 217
95.2%
Facility 95.2%
TN AVG 73.6%
Rank #19 / 159
-Nicole MccroryLandings Operator, LLC
327 days
Facility 327 days
TN AVG 423
Rank #93 / 136
5930.5%69.5%1.7%0%3.4%6.8%13.6%23.7%23.7%27.1%5.1%93.2%1.7%
StoryPoint Chattanooga
MC
AL
Chattanooga
92
Facility 92
TN AVG 89
Rank #102 / 245
Yes
8
Facility 8
TN AVG 33
Rank #220 / 254
Studio / Suite / 1 Bed
30
Facility 30
TN AVG 24
Rank #67 / 217
76.1%
Facility 76.1%
TN AVG 73.6%
Rank #85 / 159
A+Mary Shoulders1148 Mountain Creek Road Opco LLC
190 days
Facility 190 days
TN AVG 423
Rank #110 / 136
4438.6%61.4%4.5%2.3%15.9%4.5%9.1%13.6%11.4%38.6%-100%-
Willow Springs Senior Living
MC
ADC
AL
HOS
RC
Spring Hill
71
Facility 71
TN AVG 89
Rank #149 / 245
Yes
60
Facility 60
TN AVG 33
Rank #21 / 254
Studio / 1 Bed
17
Facility 17
TN AVG 24
Rank #152 / 217
63.4%
Facility 63.4%
TN AVG 73.6%
Rank #114 / 159
A+Ranisha BryantSpring Hill Residential, LLC
312 days
Facility 312 days
TN AVG 423
Rank #95 / 136
7719.5%80.5%3.9%2.6%1.3%6.5%9.1%28.6%23.4%24.7%-100%-
Brookdale Sandy Springs
MC
AL
Maryville (Westwood Hills)
100
Facility 100
TN AVG 89
Rank #77 / 245
Yes
16
Facility 16
TN AVG 33
Rank #192 / 254
Studio / Suite / Companion Rooms
48
Facility 48
TN AVG 24
Rank #4 / 217
-A+Alexis SheltonBkd Sandy Springs, LLC
644 days
Facility 644 days
TN AVG 423
Rank #28 / 136
8934.8%65.2%0%1.1%2.2%1.1%11.2%23.6%25.8%34.8%-100%-
Brookdale Sevierville
MC
AL
Sevierville
70
Facility 70
TN AVG 89
Rank #150 / 245
Yes
18
Facility 18
TN AVG 33
Rank #184 / 254
Studio / Suite / 1 Bed
48
Facility 48
TN AVG 24
Rank #4 / 217
72.9%
Facility 72.9%
TN AVG 73.6%
Rank #95 / 159
A+Amelia KeeseeBlc Wellington-Sevierville, LLC
623 days
Facility 623 days
TN AVG 423
Rank #31 / 136
8122.2%77.8%0%0%0%2.5%3.7%19.8%32.1%42%1.2%98.8%-
TerraBella Athens
MC
AL
RC
Athens (Bohannon Addition)
74
Facility 74
TN AVG 89
Rank #138 / 245
Yes
55
Facility 55
TN AVG 33
Rank #31 / 254
-
28
Facility 28
TN AVG 24
Rank #75 / 217
85.1%
Facility 85.1%
TN AVG 73.6%
Rank #50 / 159
-Mendy HowardAthens Al/Mc, LLC
131 days
Facility 131 days
TN AVG 423
Rank #120 / 136
3831.6%68.4%0%0%10.5%5.3%15.8%23.7%26.3%18.4%2.6%97.4%-
American House Hendersonville
MC
AL
RC
Hendersonville (Lake Club Estates)
66
Facility 66
TN AVG 89
Rank #162 / 245
Yes
41
Facility 41
TN AVG 33
Rank #91 / 254
-
27
Facility 27
TN AVG 24
Rank #93 / 217
80.3%
Facility 80.3%
TN AVG 73.6%
Rank #71 / 159
A+Marquita HayhurstEc Opco Hendersonville, LLC
148 days
Facility 148 days
TN AVG 423
Rank #117 / 136
4032.5%67.5%0%2.5%7.5%15%17.5%15%22.5%20%12.5%82.5%5%
American House Brentwood
MC
AL
RC
Nashville (Oglesby)
118
Facility 118
TN AVG 89
Rank #55 / 245
Yes
51
Facility 51
TN AVG 33
Rank #47 / 254
-
28
Facility 28
TN AVG 24
Rank #75 / 217
--Barry JamesEc Opco Brentwood, LLC
354 days
Facility 354 days
TN AVG 423
Rank #85 / 136
5334%66%0%5.7%5.7%11.3%15.1%34%11.3%17%17%81.1%1.9%

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 StoryPoint Germantown (HarborChase)

Situated in Memphis, TN, StoryPoint Germantown (HarborChase) is a dynamic senior living community that offers assisted living and memory care. Residents benefit from 24-hour licensed support provided by professionally trained employees who care for every resident like they’re family. Offering a wide array of open-concept floor plans, the community ensures residents can freely move around their residences while enjoying utmost comfort and convenience.

The community takes care of the hassle of housekeeping, laundry, and transportation to make residents’ daily life much easier and convenient. Here, residents enjoy plenty of free time to spend on invigorating activities, events, and wellness programs. Delicious meals that are carefully prepared to satisfy residents’ needs and preferences are served daily, saving them from the hassle of cooking and cleaning. With spacious and inviting community amenities like a salon, activity room, cozy lounge, and an outdoor courtyard with fountain and seating, residents have plenty of space to make new connections or simply relax and enjoy their personal time.

Contact StoryPoint Germantown (HarborChase)

Overview of Harmony at Victory Station

Located in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, Harmony at Victory Station is a reliable senior living community, offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care services at an exceptional standard. Set in this picturesque city, the community provides spacious and well-maintained apartments, creating an inviting environment filled with vibrant activities. As an independent living community, they handle home maintenance, allowing residents to relish world-class amenities, enriching activities, and restaurant-style dining.

The neighborhood is not only friendly but also perfect for leisurely strolls, enjoying the sun, and fostering social connections. With added conveniences like a beauty salon, barbershop, concierge services, and scheduled transportation, every detail is meticulously chosen to ensure a unique and comfortable experience for seniors in their one and two-bedroom floor plans, tailored for both style and comfort. Additionally, Harmony at Victory Station welcomes furry companions, making it a truly pet-friendly community.

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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 Willow Springs Senior Living

Ideally situated in Spring Hill, TN, Willow Springs Senior Living is a one-of-a-kind senior living community that offers top-notch assisted living, memory care, respite care, rehabilitation, hospice care, and Adult Day Club services. Residents here enjoy a personalized experience, with everything tailored to their preferences and needs–from care services to spacious and snug accommodations. A 24-hour compassionate care team is available to provide residents with dedicated and all-encompassing care and support.

Focused on empowering residents to live their best lives, the serene and engaging community provides a wide range of interesting activities and services. The community features a restaurant-style dining experience with carefully selected menus and thoughtfully prepared meals catered to residents’ preferences and needs. With access to physical, speech and occupational therapy, residents can focus on maintaining their skills and abilities to enjoy their retirement days to the fullest.

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Overview of Rain Forest Landings

Rain Forest Landings provides assisted living, memory care, and respite care in Knoxville, TN. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident maintains an apartment; memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering; and respite care offers a short stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

The community has 62 beds, with 95% occupancy, meaning most of its available residences are currently occupied. Its combination of care levels may suit a resident whose needs could grow over time, while respite care can suit a family seeking temporary support. Nicole McCrory serves as administrator, and Landings Operator operates the community.

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Overview of Brookdale Sevierville

Located in Sevierville, Tennessee, Brookdale Sevierville offers a senior living experience that provides customized care, security, and beautiful accommodations for those looking to exchange a life full of worries and household chores. The community offers a continuum of care on one campus, allowing for a smooth transition should residents require further care. Residents receive assistance with daily living activities like bathing, dressing, and medication management, as well as a personalized service plan to ensure they receive the quality care they deserve. For added peace of mind, the community has staff available 24/7 to respond to emergencies.

Brookdale Sevierville’s assisted living program helps residents maintain their independence while providing support with tasks like medication management, dressing, and bathing. The community’s industry-leading Clare Bridge memory care program offers a daily path of engagement tailored to each resident’s current skills, allowing those with Alzheimer’s or dementia to flourish. Residents can experience something new almost every day, from morning fitness classes and chapel services to resident socials and daily walks. Memory care residents enjoy the same peaceful environments and freedom, with an added layer of support from the care team.

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Overview of Brookdale Sandy Springs

Situated in Maryville, TN, Brookdale Sandy Springs is an excellent senior living community with a focus on assisted living and memory care. Featuring spacious common areas and a robust events calendar, residents are guaranteed plenty of opportunities to thrive. Friendly care teams provide gentle guidance and assist with daily activities like bathing and medication management, ensuring residents can enjoy their days worry-free.

Dining becomes a social affair with chef-prepared meals served restaurant-style, fostering friendships over delicious dishes. Brookdale Sandy Springs is dedicated to delivering personalized care in a welcoming environment, along with a host of amenities designed for comfort and enjoyment. Residents enjoy access to a library, a therapy room, an arts & crafts studio, a whirlpool, and cozy common areas. Activities range from community events to excursions, promoting engagement and new connections. Recognized as Best Assisted Living by U.S. News and World Report, Brookdale Sandy Springs ensures a fulfilling lifestyle where every moment counts.

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TerraBella Athens

120 Keith Ln, Athens, TN 37303
Overview of TerraBella Athens

Operated by Athens AL/MC, LLC, TerraBella Athens is a senior living community in the Bohannon Addition neighborhood of Athens, Tennessee. It offers assisted living, memory care, and respite care. Mendy Howard serves as the administrator. The community is less than a mile from downtown Athens and offers studio and one-bedroom apartments.

The 74-bed community has been serving families in the Athens area for 27 years. It currently has an occupancy rate of about 85%. Residents stay for an average of 131 days, which reflects a mix of longer assisted living residents and shorter respite care visits.

Rather than treating each resident the same, each resident’s care is individualized. Staff put a care plan in place for each resident. Trained caregivers provide daily assistance and additional support for residents with memory loss. Daily life includes recreational areas, group activities, health and fitness programs, scheduled transportation, housekeeping, and maintenance services. Residents can enjoy their day instead of household responsibilities.

The area has a Walk Score of 55, which is moderately walkable. Some errands can be completed on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities. TerraBella Athens also welcomes pets, allowing residents to keep a companion animal after moving in. The community’s assisted living, memory care, and respite care can continue supporting residents as their care needs change over time.

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American House Hendersonville

1020 Carrington Pl, Hendersonville, TN 37075
Overview of American House Hendersonville

Located in Hendersonville, TN, American House Hendersonville is an esteemed senior living community that offers assisted living, memory care, and respite stays. The community offers a maintenance-free living with housekeeping and laundry taken care of. Residents enjoy the comfort and security of well-appointed apartments with 24-hour on-site team availability and emergency response. Services like postal service, scheduled transportation, and medication assistance add to residents’ comfort and convenience.

The community features a variety of services and amenities that empowers residents to live a fulfilled and meaningful life. Residents eat well with three chef-prepared meals served in a cozy dining area that fosters bonding over meals. Apart from their specialized memory care program, the community also features an Alzheimer’s support group to ensure residents dealing with memory loss feel a sense of belonging and support. Amenities include an arts & craft studio, a salon, well-stocked library, a computer lab, beautifully maintained outdoor areas, and cozy common areas.

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American House Brentwood

5436 Edmondson Pike, Nashville, TN 37211
Overview of American House Brentwood

Go back to enjoying the things you love or discover new passions at American House Brentwood, a charming senior living community based in Nashville, TN, offering assisted living, memory care, and respite stays. Relax in comfortable and well-appointed rooms, ranging from studios to one-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments. Residents experience a maintenance-free lifestyle with services that handle housekeeping, laundry, daily trash pickup, and regularly scheduled transportation.

Residents’ days are filled with vibrant, new memories with a jam-packed calendar of activities and events and an array of entertaining amenities. Stay nourished and healthy with chef-prepared meals served in comfy dining spaces. Gather with friends in the cozy common areas or enjoy the outdoor vibes of the courtyard, greenhouse and community gardens. Residents dealing with Alzheimer’s feel a sense of belonging with an Alzheimer’s support group, ensuring everyone within the community feels welcomed and supported.

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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.