Page 7 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.
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.
American House Lebanon
MC
AL
IL
RC
Lebanon (West End Heights)
82
Facility 82
TN AVG 89
Rank #118 / 245
Yes
39
Facility 39
TN AVG 33
Rank #100 / 254
-
26
Facility 26
TN AVG 24
Rank #111 / 217
80.5%
Facility 80.5%
TN AVG 73.6%
Rank #70 / 159
-Rachel CherryEc Opco Lebanon Tn, LLC
415 days
Facility 415 days
TN AVG 423
Rank #69 / 136
5829.3%70.7%1.7%3.4%5.2%10.3%19%22.4%15.5%22.4%-100%-
Windsor Ridge Assisted Living
MC
AL
RC
Knoxville (Central Avenue Pike)
70
Facility 70
TN AVG 89
Rank #150 / 245
No
29
Facility 29
TN AVG 33
Rank #139 / 254
Studio
27
Facility 27
TN AVG 24
Rank #93 / 217
80.0%
Facility 80.0%
TN AVG 73.6%
Rank #73 / 159
-Bridgett BurchfieldWindsor Operator, LLC
541 days
Facility 541 days
TN AVG 423
Rank #47 / 136
10238.2%61.8%0%1%2%2.9%14.7%16.7%25.5%37.3%-100%-
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%
American House Bristol
MC
AL
RC
Bristol
99
Facility 99
TN AVG 89
Rank #83 / 245
Yes
17
Facility 17
TN AVG 33
Rank #190 / 254
-
27
Facility 27
TN AVG 24
Rank #93 / 217
78.8%
Facility 78.8%
TN AVG 73.6%
Rank #74 / 159
-Anita R. PlasterEc Opco Bristol, LLC
444 days
Facility 444 days
TN AVG 423
Rank #61 / 136
8224.4%75.6%2.4%1.2%3.7%8.5%3.7%25.6%34.1%20.7%-100%-
Charter Senior Living of Jefferson City
MC
AL
RC
Jefferson City
74
Facility 74
TN AVG 89
Rank #138 / 245
Yes-Studio / Suite
25
Facility 25
TN AVG 24
Rank #124 / 217
98.6%
Facility 98.6%
TN AVG 73.6%
Rank #9 / 159
-Taylor SandersSnh Se Tenant Trs, Inc
598 days
Facility 598 days
TN AVG 423
Rank #37 / 136
11736.8%63.2%0%0.9%0.9%3.4%15.4%23.9%17.9%37.6%-99.1%0.9%
Brookdale Jackson Oaks
MC
AL
IL
Jackson
75
Facility 75
TN AVG 89
Rank #136 / 245
Yes
52
Facility 52
TN AVG 33
Rank #40 / 254
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
17
Facility 17
TN AVG 24
Rank #152 / 217
41.3%
Facility 41.3%
TN AVG 73.6%
Rank #148 / 159
A+James Clinton HickersonBlc Jackson Oaks, LLC
373 days
Facility 373 days
TN AVG 423
Rank #81 / 136
6529.2%70.8%0%0%7.7%4.6%1.5%24.6%21.5%40%6.2%93.8%-
Brookdale at Home® Jackson Oaks
MC
AL
IL
Jackson
75
Facility 75
TN AVG 89
Rank #136 / 245
Yes
52
Facility 52
TN AVG 33
Rank #40 / 254
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
17
Facility 17
TN AVG 24
Rank #152 / 217
41.3%
Facility 41.3%
TN AVG 73.6%
Rank #148 / 159
A+James Clinton HickersonBlc Jackson Oaks, LLC
373 days
Facility 373 days
TN AVG 423
Rank #81 / 136
6529.2%70.8%0%0%7.7%4.6%1.5%24.6%21.5%40%6.2%93.8%-
StoryPoint Knoxville West
MC
AL
Knoxville (Rocky Hill Center)
100
Facility 100
TN AVG 89
Rank #77 / 245
Yes
11
Facility 11
TN AVG 33
Rank #214 / 254
Studio / Suite / 1 Bed
26
Facility 26
TN AVG 24
Rank #111 / 217
75.0%
Facility 75.0%
TN AVG 73.6%
Rank #86 / 159
A-Linda WomackSenior Living Manor Group, LLC
172 days
Facility 172 days
TN AVG 423
Rank #114 / 136
8045%55%0%1.3%0%2.5%3.8%35%20%37.5%13.8%86.3%-
Morning Pointe of Collegedale at Greenbriar Cove
MC
AL
Collegedale (Four Corners)
65
Facility 65
TN AVG 89
Rank #169 / 245
Yes
29
Facility 29
TN AVG 33
Rank #139 / 254
Studio / Alcove / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
20
Facility 20
TN AVG 24
Rank #142 / 217
86.2%
Facility 86.2%
TN AVG 73.6%
Rank #48 / 159
A+Sarabeth Janae WilkinsGreenbriar Assisted Living Center, LLC
449 days
Facility 449 days
TN AVG 423
Rank #60 / 136
8564.7%35.3%0%0%2.4%1.2%4.7%29.4%25.9%36.5%-100%-
The Pointe at Lifespring
MC
AL
Knoxville
94
Facility 94
TN AVG 89
Rank #100 / 245
Yes
17
Facility 17
TN AVG 33
Rank #190 / 254
Studio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
9
Facility 9
TN AVG 24
Rank #181 / 217
77.7%
Facility 77.7%
TN AVG 73.6%
Rank #78 / 159
-Rebecca Scott MillsMeridian Knoxville Oe, L.p
653 days
Facility 653 days
TN AVG 423
Rank #26 / 136
8924.7%75.3%0%0%1.1%7.9%14.6%27%22.5%27%2.2%97.8%-

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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American House Lebanon

801 W Main St, Lebanon, TN 37087
Overview of American House Lebanon

Tucked away in the quiet neighborhood of Lebanon, TN, American House Lebanon is an exceptional senior living community that offers assisted living, memory care, and respite stays. Featuring an array of studios and one-bedroom apartments, the community provides residents different options to find the residence that best fits their preferences and needs. Residents find comfort, knowing that a compassionate team is available 24/7 to support them. Residents in the memory care community are guaranteed exceptional support and gentle programming that enables them to live a meaningful life despite the challenges they are facing.

Committed to letting residents live confidently and independently in a vibrant environment, American House Lebanon conducts a diverse calendar of activities focused on health, wellness, and making connections. Residents enjoy the convenience of housekeeping, laundry, transportation, postal services, and on-site salon services. With most of the chores handled, residents live a life free of chores with more time to enjoy on-site live entertainments and common spaces like a day spa & jacuzzi, theater, library, activity & game room, and inviting gathering areas.

Contact American House Lebanon

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.

Contact Windsor Ridge Assisted Living

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.

Contact American House Brentwood

American House Bristol

826 Meadow View Rd, Bristol, TN 37620
Overview of American House Bristol

Located in Bristol, TN, American House Bristol is a remarkable senior living community that offers assisted living, memory care, and respite stays. The community offers a warm and welcoming environment with well-appointed apartments and a dedicated team that provides personalized care for each resident. Residents’ lives are enhanced with mindful programs and an array of enrichment activities.

Residents enjoy added assistance with services like housekeeping, laundry, medication reminders, physical therapy, assistance with the activities of daily living and more. Three chef-prepared meals and dining assistance are provided to ensure residents enjoy a comfortable and filling dining experience. Amenities include an arts and crafts studio, postal services, a well-curated library, secure walking paths and gardens, courtyard, patios and seating areas, and inviting common areas for social interaction and relaxation.

Contact American House Bristol

Overview of Charter Senior Living of Jefferson City

Discover an inspiring and supportive lifestyle that meets your changing needs at Charter Senior Living of Jefferson City, an elegant senior living community in Jackson, TN, offering assisted living, memory care, and short term stays. The community features elegantly designed accommodations, complemented with 24/7 assistance and support by well-experienced caregivers. Wellness assessments by a licensed nurse and emergency call system in each apartment contributes to residents’ peace of mind, knowing they have access to all the support they need.

Located in a scenic, countryside neighborhood, the community provides beautiful mountain views and easy access to popular shopping and entertainment places, providing a vibrant lifestyle. A wide array of convenient amenities and services further enhances residents’ vibrant experience. These amenities include delicious, well-balanced meals, worship services, fitness classes, cultural and recreational opportunities, and inviting spaces like a reading lounge, card room, salon, courtyard and garden.

$3,995/Month

Contact Charter Senior Living of Jefferson City

Overview of Brookdale Jackson Oaks

Located in Jackson, Tennessee, Brookdale Jackson Oaks offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care communities that provide residents with the quality care they need and the freedom they deserve. The community handles everyday chores like cooking and cleaning, while also offering personalized services like medication management. For residents in the memory care program, the highly trained staff provides person-centered care to help those living with Alzheimer’s and dementia live a fully enriched life.

Residents in the independent living community can maintain a carefree lifestyle, focusing on exploring their hobbies and passions while taking advantage of the bustling events calendar, on-site dining, and off-site excursions. The assisted living program provides convenient services and amenities, with trained staff available to help with additional daily tasks like bathing, dressing, and mobility. Memory care residents experience a gentle daily structure of programs tailored to preserve their abilities, encourage the use of current skills, and maintain their quality of life. Throughout the community, residents have ample opportunities to make new friends, from Wii bowling tournaments to fitness classes and devotional services. Residents in the memory care community also enjoy a routine dining program with dementia-friendly menus.

Starting Price $2,285/Month

Contact Brookdale Jackson Oaks

Overview of Brookdale at Home® Jackson Oaks

Operating for 16 years, Brookdale at Home Jackson Oaks is a home care provider in Jackson, Tennessee, that offers personal care, companion care, and respite care. It is part of the assisted living community, Brookdale Jackson Oaks, that accommodates up to 75 residents.

Beyond assistance with daily living, the community incorporates clinical care through a Brookdale RN Care Manager who oversees care coordination. Brookdale HealthPlus is also available for residents requiring additional medical support, making it suitable for those with more complex health needs.

In its residential setting, a fitness center, wellness program, spa, chapel, library, salon and barber shop, courtyard and garden, walking paths, and a private dining room for family gatherings are available. Multiple dining options, including a dining room, restaurant, bistro, and café, enhance the dining experience, while housekeeping, laundry, concierge, transportation, Wi-Fi, and religious services contribute to everyday convenience.

Contact Brookdale at Home® Jackson Oaks

Overview of StoryPoint Knoxville West

Administered by Linda Womack, StoryPoint Knoxville West is a 100-bed, two-story assisted living and memory care community on South Northshore Drive in Knoxville, Tennessee. Operated by Senior Living Manor Group, the home has served the Knoxville area for 26 years. With 75 of its 100 beds currently filled, the facility reflects solid stability and consistent resident confidence. To fit different preferences and mobility levels, housing options include studios, suites, and one-bedroom floor plans.

StoryPoint Knoxville West provides 24-hour care and assistance with daily living activities: bathing, dressing, and grooming. Memory care programming offers specialized care tailored to occupants with cognitive challenges, with engaging activities made to bolster their well-being in a cheerful environment. Transportation services help residents access appointments and community outings, while fitness and recreation programs support active engagement. The surrounding South Northshore area offers nearby shopping centers, restaurants, parks, banks, pharmacies, and grocery stores, giving occupants and family members easy access to services and leisure activities. Pets are welcome, which attracts many families looking to maintain that connection at home. To support daily nutrition and community meals, dining facilities are offered on-site.

The facility falls under the Tennessee Department of Health, Division of Health Care Facilities’ oversight.

For families contemplating StoryPoint Knoxville West, an on-site tour offers an efficient way to see the floor plans, meet staff, and learn more about daily routines.

Contact StoryPoint Knoxville West

Overview of Morning Pointe of Collegedale at Greenbriar Cove

Situated in Collegedale, TN, Morning Pointe of Collegedale at Greenbriar Cove is an inviting senior living community that offers assisted living, memory care, and respite care. The community provides residents with the personal care they need to feel supported while maintaining their independence. Whether it’s personal grooming assistance or specialized memory care, residents have access to the care and support they need with a licensed and clinical team available 24/7.

At Morning Pointe of Collegedale at Greenbriar Cove, residents stay active and engaged with a variety of life-enrichment programs, including daily exercise, creative programs, cognitive programs, live entertainment, and group outings. With onsite housekeeping and laundry services, residents spend less time on chores and more time on connecting with others. Sit back and enjoy culinary team-prepared meals catered to residents’ nutritional needs and served in spacious dining rooms that offer opportunities for bonding over delicious food.

Contact Morning Pointe of Collegedale at Greenbriar Cove

The Pointe at Lifespring

4371 Lifespring Ln, Knoxville, TN 37918
Overview of The Pointe at Lifespring

The Pointe at Lifespring provides assisted living and memory care in Knoxville, TN. Assisted living offers help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing and medication while a resident keeps a private living space, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. With both care levels available, the community may be a good fit for a resident whose needs may grow over time and who could remain in the community as care changes.

The community has 94 beds and offers studio, suite, one-bedroom and two-bedroom residences. A two-bedroom residence can suit a couple moving together or someone who wants a companion, and pets are allowed for residents who want to bring a pet when moving in.

Rebecca Scott Mills serves as the administrator, and Meridian Knoxville OE operates the community.

Contact The Pointe at Lifespring

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.