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Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 273 memory care communities 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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Avg Walk Score: 34/ 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: 88The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Tennessee. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

Compare Memory Care around Tennessee

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 to lowest based on our ranking methodology.

The Health Center at Standifer Place
MC
ADC
AL
HC
HOS
IL
NH
SNF
Chattanooga (Walker Road)
125
Facility 125
TN AVG 88
Rank #67 / 425
No
38
Facility 38
TN AVG 34
Rank #248 / 551
-
34
Facility 34
TN AVG 27
Rank #49 / 386
33.6% A+David BoozerMaturecare Of Standifer Place, LLC
4 days
Facility 4 days
TN AVG 457
Rank #182 / 183
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%
NHC Place Cool Springs
MC
AL
HOS
NH
SNF
Franklin (Cool Springs)
108
Facility 108
TN AVG 88
Rank #123 / 425
No
34
Facility 34
TN AVG 34
Rank #279 / 551
-
22
Facility 22
TN AVG 27
Rank #271 / 386
67.6% -Anthony Todd MooreNhc Healthcare/Cool Springs, LLC
504 days
Facility 504 days
TN AVG 457
Rank #81 / 183
12129.8%70.2%0%0%0.8%5%12.4%24%21.5%36.4%0.8%95.9%3.3%
The Heritage at Brentwood
MC
AL
IL
NH
SNF
Brentwood
66
Facility 66
TN AVG 88
Rank #266 / 425
No
7
Facility 7
TN AVG 34
Rank #469 / 551
1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed
26
Facility 26
TN AVG 27
Rank #231 / 386
89.7% A+-----------------
Kirby Pines
MC
AL
IL
NH
SNF
Memphis
120
Facility 120
TN AVG 88
Rank #81 / 425
Yes
31
Facility 31
TN AVG 34
Rank #303 / 551
1 Bed / 2 Bed-0-Anna BradfordPsalms, Inc---------------
Brookdale Green Hills Cumberland
MC
AL
Nashville (Green Hills)
149
Facility 149
TN AVG 88
Rank #39 / 425
Yes
25
Facility 25
TN AVG 34
Rank #349 / 551
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
48
Facility 48
TN AVG 27
Rank #14 / 386
73.8% A+Timothy SovieBkd Green Hills Cumberland, LLC
437 days
Facility 437 days
TN AVG 457
Rank #92 / 183
17732.2%67.8%0%0%1.7%5.1%11.9%19.2%23.7%38.4%1.1%97.7%1.1%
Belmont Village Senior Living Memphis
MC
AL
IL
Memphis
120
Facility 120
TN AVG 88
Rank #81 / 425
No
55
Facility 55
TN AVG 34
Rank #94 / 551
-
28
Facility 28
TN AVG 27
Rank #169 / 386
85.0% A+Stephanie CrumpBelmont Village Memphis Tenant, LLC
663 days
Facility 663 days
TN AVG 457
Rank #38 / 183
9338.7%61.3%2.2%5.4%8.6%9.7%17.2%28%15.1%14%3.2%95.7%1.1%
Belmont Village Memphis
MC
AL
RC
Memphis
120
Facility 120
TN AVG 88
Rank #81 / 425
Yes
55
Facility 55
TN AVG 34
Rank #94 / 551
Studio / 1 Bed
28
Facility 28
TN AVG 27
Rank #169 / 386
85.0% A+Stephanie CrumpBelmont Village Memphis Tenant, LLC
663 days
Facility 663 days
TN AVG 457
Rank #38 / 183
9338.7%61.3%2.2%5.4%8.6%9.7%17.2%28%15.1%14%3.2%95.7%1.1%
Abundant Christian Living Community Assisted Living Center
MC
AL
IL
NH
SNF
Johnson City
24
Facility 24
TN AVG 88
Rank #415 / 425
No
2
Facility 2
TN AVG 34
Rank #505 / 551
-
20
Facility 20
TN AVG 27
Rank #281 / 386
75.0% -Kelly Bradish-
146 days
Facility 146 days
TN AVG 457
Rank #158 / 183
3438.2%61.8%0%0%0%5.9%0%20.6%17.6%55.9%-97.1%2.9%
Hermitage Health Center
MC
NH
SNF
Elizabethton
70
Facility 70
TN AVG 88
Rank #249 / 425
No
68
Facility 68
TN AVG 34
Rank #37 / 551
-
34
Facility 34
TN AVG 27
Rank #49 / 386
78.1% -Andrew Call----------------
Trenton Health and Rehabilitation Center
MC
NH
RC
SNF
South Trenton
50
Facility 50
TN AVG 88
Rank #340 / 425
No
46
Facility 46
TN AVG 34
Rank #179 / 551
-
34
Facility 34
TN AVG 27
Rank #49 / 386
90.2% -Wally Vernon----------------
Lebanon Center for Rehabilitation and Healing, LLC
MC
HOS
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Courts Lebanon
60
Facility 60
TN AVG 88
Rank #289 / 425
No
2
Facility 2
TN AVG 34
Rank #505 / 551
-
34
Facility 34
TN AVG 27
Rank #49 / 386
85.8% -Rebecca Black Lewis----------------
Diversicare of Martin
MC
NH
HOS
SNF
Martin
150
Facility 150
TN AVG 88
Rank #36 / 425
No
19
Facility 19
TN AVG 34
Rank #385 / 551
-
34
Facility 34
TN AVG 27
Rank #49 / 386
54.3% -Terri BodkinsDiversicare Leasing LP---------------
NHC HealthCare, Farragut
MC
AL
NH
SNF
Knoxville
88
Facility 88
TN AVG 88
Rank #186 / 425
No
24
Facility 24
TN AVG 34
Rank #357 / 551
-
28
Facility 28
TN AVG 27
Rank #169 / 386
--Karla LaneNhc Healthcare/Farragut, LLC
190 days
Facility 190 days
TN AVG 457
Rank #150 / 183
6421.9%78.1%3.1%0%4.7%6.3%15.6%17.2%26.6%26.6%32.8%67.2%-
The Pavilion Senior Living
MC
AL
IL
NH
RC
SNF
Lebanon
74
Facility 74
TN AVG 88
Rank #230 / 425
Yes
2
Facility 2
TN AVG 34
Rank #505 / 551
----Victoria Harrison----------------
Stones River Manor, Inc.
MC
ADC
AL
IL
NH
RC
SNF
Murfreesboro
30
Facility 30
TN AVG 88
Rank #410 / 425
No
5
Facility 5
TN AVG 34
Rank #478 / 551
-
7
Facility 7
TN AVG 27
Rank #357 / 386
85.7% -Amanda Pullias----------------
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Overview of The Rutherford Memory Care

Burrowed in the enticing neighborhood of Murfreesboro, TN, The Rutherford Memory Care is an idyllic senior living community offering memory care services. Spacious and convenient accommodations with several floor plans are available for its residents. Having a trained and dedicated team, residents can receive round-the-clock care and support to ensure their comfort and security.

With its top-tier amenities and services, residents can enjoy the following: home-cooked meals, daily health care supervision, medication administration, personal care products, and transportation services. Participate in diverse social activities and recreational programs such as movie nights and daily exercise program. Meet new people and create meaningful memories in the beautiful shared spaces of this community. With Rutherford Memory Care, seniors are assured of the utmost care and support.

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Overview of Harmony at Bellevue

Harmony at Bellevue sits at 8234 Tn-100 in the Bellevue neighborhood of Nashville, a three-story, 110-bed community that’s been open about five years. Jake Rightmyer administers the property, which is legally operated by Bellevue Opco Tenant LLC. The neighborhood is somewhat walkable, with a Walk Score of 49, so a few errands are doable on foot but most trips still need a car.

96 of the 110 beds are filled for an 87% occupancy rate; that’s a fairly full building. Residents choose from studio, one-bedroom, or two-bedroom units, depending on how much space they want.

Nursing services and 24-hour staffing are on-site, paired with rehabilitation services and respite care. Assisted living, independent living, and memory care are all offered under one roof.

There’s a movie theater, a bistro, a library, and a game room, plus a walking path through the grounds for anyone who wants fresh air. Pets are welcome too, which removes one of the harder tradeoffs families sometimes face when a parent moves out of a house they’ve shared with a dog or cat for years.

Harmony at Bellevue is a newer build with real medical infrastructure (nursing staff, rehab, respite) wrapped around a genuinely social floor plan.

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Overview of Dominion Senior Living of Hixson

Tucked in the peaceful residential area of Northpoint Boulevard, Hixson, TN, is the reliable senior living community of Dominion Senior Living of Hixson offering assisted living, memory care, and respite care. Surround yourself with beautifully crafted and senior-friendly residences to maximize comfort and safety. Considering residents’ privacy and boundaries, the community strives to provide just the right care and assistance that best matches their needs and preferences.

The community fosters a bright and welcoming environment, paving the way for seniors to create meaningful interactions and gain valuable experiences. Have the finest dining experience with healthy and delicious meals to meet dietary needs and tastes. Cozy spaces and spacious common areas fill Dominion Senior Living of Hixson, promising a retirement like no other.

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Overview of The Capstone at Station Camp

Have the finest retirement with the unique senior living community of The Capstone at Station Camp residing in the quiet residential street of Miss B. Boulevard, Gallatin, TN, that provides assisted living and memory care. Experience unmatched relaxation and security within the snug and spacious residences of the community including studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments. Regarded as US News and World Reports’ Best Assisted Living in 2024, The Capstone at Station Camp continuously proves its high standard of care and assistance.

Enjoy a vacation-like retirement with engaging activities and enjoyable programs highlighting seniors’ interests and strengths. Delight with healthy and tasty meals that cater to nutritional requirements and preferences. With its pet-friendly spaces and fabulous amenities, The Capstone at Station Camp is a haven for seniors to enjoy every moment of their golden years and experience new things.

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Overview of Azalea Court Senior Living

Azalea Court Senior Living is an intimate senior living community in Smyrna, TN, offering assisted living, memory care, respite care, rehabilitation, hospice care, and an exclusive Adult Day Club. The community makes sure residents’ varying needs are met with compassionate care and support provided by a dedicated and hardworking care team, available 24/7. Residents have access to an array of care and supportive services, including assistance with bathing, dressing or medication management, as well as a compassionate memory care program that helps residents dealing with memory loss to live comfortably.

Here, no resident gets bored with a broad range of regularly organized activities, events, and health & wellness programs, including, volunteering programs, meditation classes, local outings, fun games, and various classes. The community ensures residents always have the energy to engage and interact with fellow residents through their thoughtfully prepared meals that are made with local and fresh ingredients. With convenient services like medication delivery, assistance with daily living activities, and meal preparation, residents are sure to thrive and flourish in Azalea Court Senior Living.

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Deane Hill Place

401 Catherine Mcauley Way, Knoxville, TN 37919
Overview of Deane Hill Place

Serving residents for 27 years, Deane Hill Place is a two-story assisted living community in Knoxville, Tennessee. The community at 401 Catherine McAuley Way is administered by Caroline Brooks Wilder under Knoxville AL/MC. With 124 beds and a two-story building layout, Deane Hill Place, to fit different needs and preferences, offers studio and studio deluxe room options. The neighborhood scores 40 on the Walk Score scale, so some errands are walkable, with most trips requiring transportation.

Occupants with pets or who would like to keep one can do so at the pet-friendly home. Its long tenure in Knoxville has allowed it to establish relationships and integrate into the surrounding neighborhood.

State inspections conducted by the Tennessee Department of Health have primarily underscored administrative documentation and operational practices. The facility has upheld compliance with routine regulatory requirements.

Deane Hill Place offers a stable, established option with a reasonable size and pet-friendly policies, noteworthy for families considering assisted living in Knoxville. An on-site tour provides a good sense of daily cultures, room options, and care approaches.

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Pointe At Kirby Gate

6480 Quince Rd, Memphis, TN 38119
Overview of Pointe at Kirby Gate

Under Rodney Baker’s administration, Pointe at Kirby Gate is an assisted living and memory care community in Memphis, Tennessee. Found on Quince Road in a somewhat walkable neighborhood, it offers general assisted living and specialized memory care services. The 60-bed community operated by Kirby Gate has been operating for 27 years. This reflects considerable experience in residential senior care. Currently, the facility has a 68 percent occupancy rate with 41 of its 60 beds filled.

The property serves occupants with varying care needs via personalized care plans that address daily living activities. Therapy services and wellness programs bolster resident well-being, and the facility operates a dedicated memory care program tailored to occupants with dementia. This specialized program focuses on engaging activities, social interaction, and a safe, supportive environment made to meet memory-care residents’ specific needs. Daily life here is structured around resident engagement and comfort. The community provides chef-prepared meals customizable to individual preferences, and daily activities and events create opportunities for social connection. Residents live in private apartments that include housekeeping and laundry services, allowing a maintenance-free lifestyle. Staff work 24/7, and emergency response systems are in place for safety and peace of mind. The facility’s location in an average walkable area implies visiting families can reach nearby services on foot for some errands, but most trips need transportation.

Families can contact the facility directly if they want to learn more about Pointe at Kirby Gate’s programs, current availability, and specific care options.

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Overview of Smith County Health and Rehabilitation

Located in Carthage, Tennessee, Smith County Health and Rehabilitation is a small skilled nursing community that has been operating for 33 years. The 34-bed home accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, which gives families flexibility in coverage options. It provides short-term post-acute rehabilitation and longer-term nursing care.

The facility provides a range of rehabilitation services. There’s in-house therapy for both inpatient and outpatient care, including specialized support for post-operative recovery and IV therapy. An in-house nurse practitioner leads clinical care. Nurse staffing averages 3 hours and 14 minutes of total nursing care per resident each day. The care team includes registered nurses, nurse aides, and licensed practical nurses.

The community has 62% occupancy, with a smaller, quieter census. Residents stay an average of 118 days, including short-term rehabilitation cases and those remaining for ongoing skilled nursing support. Carthage has a score of 45 on walkability. Some nearby services are within walking distance, but most family visits and errands require driving.

Residents’ daily lives are centered on both care and engagement. The facility has a dining and lounge area, outdoor activities, and an arts and crafts program. There are also recreational options like bingo, pet therapy, music, and a gardening club. Residents can enjoy snacks 24/7, religious services, in-room televisions, and alternate dietary menus. The lobby has a fireplace, and a therapy department is available for ongoing treatment needs.

Families exploring options for short-term recovery or longer-term care should take a tour of the facility to get a clear sense of the daily rhythm, medical support, and activities available.

Contact Smith County Health and Rehabilitation

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.

Contact TerraBella Athens

Overview of Windsor Ridge Assisted Living

Serving the area since 1999, Windsor Ridge Assisted Living is a one-story, 70-bed assisted living community in Knoxville, Tennessee. Operating under Windsor Operator, LLC, with administrator Bridgett Burchfield overseeing daily operations, it maintains an 80 percent occupancy rate, indicating it operates near capacity.

The community occupies a moderately walkable neighborhood with a Walk Score of 29, so most errands and activities demand a quick drive. The area is typical of Knoxville’s residential settings, offering a calmer environment for residents. Windsor Ridge Assisted Living offers studio-style housing options for occupants needing assisted living support.

Windsor Ridge Assisted Living is subject to oversight by the Tennessee Department of Health, Division of Health Care Facilities. Regulatory inspections have been conducted since 2019, documenting the facility’s active compliance efforts.

Touring can provide families evaluating the facility firsthand insight into its accommodations, available services, and daily life there.

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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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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 273 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.