Page 9 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. HC (Home Care): Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community): A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
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.
NHC HealthCare, Farragut
MC
AL
NH
SNF
Knoxville
88
Facility 88
TN AVG 89
Rank #107 / 245
No
24
Facility 24
TN AVG 33
Rank #165 / 254
-
28
Facility 28
TN AVG 24
Rank #75 / 217
34.1%
Facility 34.1%
TN AVG 73.6%
Rank #154 / 159
-Karla LaneNhc Healthcare/Farragut, LLC
190 days
Facility 190 days
TN AVG 423
Rank #110 / 136
6421.9%78.1%3.1%0%4.7%6.3%15.6%17.2%26.6%26.6%32.8%67.2%
Brookdale Dogwood Creek
MC
AL
CCRC
IL
NH
SNF
Germantown
60
Facility 60
TN AVG 89
Rank #180 / 245
Yes
4
Facility 4
TN AVG 33
Rank #239 / 254
1 Bed / 2 Bed
48
Facility 48
TN AVG 24
Rank #4 / 217
76.7%
Facility 76.7%
TN AVG 73.6%
Rank #81 / 159
A+Sandra EnfingerS-H Opco Germantown, LLC
269 days
Facility 269 days
TN AVG 423
Rank #102 / 136
6618.2%81.8%0%0%0%3%15.2%22.7%31.8%27.3%4.5%95.5%
Morning Pointe of Hardin Valley
MC
AL
Knoxville
83
Facility 83
TN AVG 89
Rank #116 / 245
Yes
12
Facility 12
TN AVG 33
Rank #211 / 254
Studio / Alcove / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
4
Facility 4
TN AVG 24
Rank #208 / 217
86.7%
Facility 86.7%
TN AVG 73.6%
Rank #44 / 159
-Paula GoinsHardin Valley Medical Investors, LLC
308 days
Facility 308 days
TN AVG 423
Rank #96 / 136
11770.9%29.1%0%2.6%3.4%3.4%17.9%16.2%25.6%30.8%1.7%98.3%
The Summit of Germantown
MC
AL
IL
RC
Memphis (Kirby Trace)
58
Facility 58
TN AVG 89
Rank #195 / 245
Yes
27
Facility 27
TN AVG 33
Rank #149 / 254
1 Bed / 2 Bed
31
Facility 31
TN AVG 24
Rank #66 / 217
50.0%
Facility 50.0%
TN AVG 73.6%
Rank #138 / 159
A+Kathy GarbusMemphis Senior Housing Opco K6, LLC
237 days
Facility 237 days
TN AVG 423
Rank #106 / 136
6926.1%73.9%0%0%2.9%26.1%34.8%18.8%13%4.3%15.9%84.1%
Northshore Heights
MC
AL
Knoxville (Rocky Hill Center)
74
Facility 74
TN AVG 89
Rank #138 / 245
No
6
Facility 6
TN AVG 33
Rank #233 / 254
Studio / 1 Bed-
82.4%
Facility 82.4%
TN AVG 73.6%
Rank #62 / 159
-Carrie CatherwoodNorthshore Heights, LLC
716 days
Facility 716 days
TN AVG 423
Rank #11 / 136
8234.1%65.9%0%0%2.4%3.7%11%18.3%35.4%29.3%1.2%97.6%
Brookdale Greeneville
MC
AL
Greeneville
60
Facility 60
TN AVG 89
Rank #180 / 245
Yes
27
Facility 27
TN AVG 33
Rank #149 / 254
Studio / Suite
48
Facility 48
TN AVG 24
Rank #4 / 217
43.3%
Facility 43.3%
TN AVG 73.6%
Rank #146 / 159
A+Sherry StarnesBlc Wellington - Greeneville Tn, LLC
347 days
Facility 347 days
TN AVG 423
Rank #87 / 136
5230.8%69.2%0%0%3.8%3.8%7.7%15.4%32.7%36.5%-100%
The Lantern at Morning Pointe Chattanooga
MC
Chattanooga (Twin Brook)
69
Facility 69
TN AVG 89
Rank #157 / 245
Yes
29
Facility 29
TN AVG 33
Rank #139 / 254
Studio
19
Facility 19
TN AVG 24
Rank #145 / 217
82.6%
Facility 82.6%
TN AVG 73.6%
Rank #60 / 159
A+Nena MitchellShallowford Medical Investors, LLC
412 days
Facility 412 days
TN AVG 423
Rank #70 / 136
10428.8%71.2%0%0%1.9%2.9%15.4%31.7%22.1%26%-100%
Abe’s Garden Community
MC
AL
HC
HOS
IL
Nashville
64
Facility 64
TN AVG 89
Rank #172 / 245
No
26
Facility 26
TN AVG 33
Rank #154 / 254
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
17
Facility 17
TN AVG 24
Rank #152 / 217
95.3%
Facility 95.3%
TN AVG 73.6%
Rank #18 / 159
-Christopher CoelhoAbe's Garden Community
163 days
Facility 163 days
TN AVG 423
Rank #115 / 136
5729.8%70.2%0%1.8%3.5%8.8%21.1%36.8%10.5%17.5%-100%
The Groves at Oak Ridge
MC
AL
Oak Ridge
76
Facility 76
TN AVG 89
Rank #133 / 245
Yes
24
Facility 24
TN AVG 33
Rank #165 / 254
Studio / 1 Bed
27
Facility 27
TN AVG 24
Rank #93 / 217
69.7%
Facility 69.7%
TN AVG 73.6%
Rank #99 / 159
-Melissa MartinThe Groves At Oak Ridge, LLC
456 days
Facility 456 days
TN AVG 423
Rank #58 / 136
5034%66%0%6%0%6%30%8%26%24%-100%
Deane Hill Place
MC
AL
IL
RC
Knoxville (Deane Hill)
124
Facility 124
TN AVG 89
Rank #37 / 245
Yes
40
Facility 40
TN AVG 33
Rank #96 / 254
Studio / Studio Deluxe
27
Facility 27
TN AVG 24
Rank #93 / 217
--Caroline Brooks WilderKnoxville Al/Mc, LLC
323 days
Facility 323 days
TN AVG 423
Rank #94 / 136
8132.1%67.9%1.2%0%0%2.5%19.8%25.9%38.3%12.3%2.5%97.5%

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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The Summit of Germantown

6420 Quince Rd, Memphis, TN 38119
Overview of The Summit of Germantown

Discover a vibrant retirement lifestyle at The Summit of Germantown, a lively senior living community in the heart of Memphis, TN, offering independent living and assisted living. Enjoy the comfort and security of well-designed accommodations ranging from one-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments. Here, residents are empowered to maintain their independence with the help of individualized care plans that feature a diverse wellness program.

Ensuring residents’ peace of mind, the community features a licensed nurse management consisting of a certified medication technician and certified nursing assistant who are available to provide care 24/7. Services like housekeeping, laundry and linen service, scheduled transportation, and delicious meals prepared by a talented culinary team helps residents live a convenient and worry-free lifestyle. A diverse array of life enrichment and life-long learning programs further enhances residents’ living experience by helping them stay stimulated and engaged.

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Overview of Morning Pointe of Hardin Valley

Set in the serene neighborhood of Knoxville, TN, Morning Pointe of Hardin Valley is a welcoming senior living community for seniors needing assisted living and memory care. The community provides personalized care, ensuring residents feel supported while maintaining their independence. Seniors can enjoy medical assistance, convenient transportation to appointments, nutritious meals, and a lively community. The professional care team organizes exercise programs, entertainment, and group outings to keep residents active and engaged.

The community fosters a home-like environment, with specialized memory care services for those facing Alzheimer’s or other forms of memory loss. Residents benefit from 24-hour access to licensed nurses and clinical teams, medication management, and personalized care services. Amenities include assistance with personal grooming, meal accommodations, and incontinence management, all aimed at fostering a safe, comfortable, and fulfilling lifestyle.

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Overview of The Lantern at Morning Pointe Chattanooga

Situated in Chattanooga, TN, The Lantern at Morning Pointe Chattanooga is an engaging senior living community that offers specialized memory care services. Committed to helping residents dealing with Alzheimer’s and other forms of memory loss a fulfilling and comfortable lifestyle, the community offers two distinct programs for stage-appropriate care. The Lamplight Program is for residents in the early to moderate stages of Alzheimer’s disease while The Lantern Program is for more advanced stages of Alzheimer’s that focus on individual interests, life experiences, and personal strengths.

At Morning Pointe Senior Living, residents find comfort in knowing that a team of licensed nurses and clinical team members are available 24/7 to provide extensive care and assistance. Services like personal grooming assistance, medication management, periodic check ins, and incontinence management adds to residents’ comfort and convenience. Residents also benefit from access to exercise programs, activities, entertainment, and group outings organized by a professional senior care team, fostering a vibrant living experience for residents’ despite the challenges they are experiencing.

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Overview of Brookdale Greeneville

Nestled in Greeneville, Tennessee, Brookdale Greeneville offers a warm and friendly assisted living and memory care community where residents can enjoy quality care and independence. From the spacious private accommodations to the beautiful common rooms, the community provides a welcoming atmosphere. Residents receive personalized assistance with daily tasks like bathing, dressing, and mobility, as well as gentle guidance and support. The community’s full events and activities calendar allows residents to meet new friends and explore new hobbies. With staff on-site 24/7 for emergencies, residents can find comfort and peace of mind.

Brookdale Greeneville’s assisted living program offers services to help with housekeeping, laundry, and daily tasks, allowing residents to reignite their passions or discover new ones. The memory care program uses a person-centered approach to care for seniors living with Alzheimer’s and dementia, getting to know each resident’s stories and preferences to anticipate their needs and help them live each day with meaning and purpose. Residents enjoy a rich and fulfilling retirement experience, participating in activities like brain exercises, shopping trips, resident socials, and cooking classes. The community’s restaurant-style dining offers delicious meals tailored to residents’ suggestions and feedback, with dementia-friendly menus and personal dining assistance available.

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Overview of Abe’s Garden Community

Find the care you need at ​​Abe’s Garden Community, an exceptional community in Nashville, TN, offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Committed to improving residents’ well-being, a kind and highly skilled team provides the highest quality of care tailored to their unique needs 24/7. Beautifully furnished and cozy accommodations are also provided in a vibrant and nurturing environment, so residents can feel at ease during their stay.

To improve residents’ cognition and wellness, stimulating programs and engaging activities are conducted based on their interests and capabilities. Mealtimes foster comfort and satisfy dietary needs with delicious and healthy dining options. 24-hour emergency systems and alert pendants are provided for residents’ safety. Residents will surely have a blissful retirement with the community’s top-notch services and state-of-the-art amenities.

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Overview of Northshore Heights

Settled in the beautiful setting of South Northshore Drive, Knoxville, TN is the renowned senior living community of Northshore Heights offering assisted living and memory care. The community promises a relaxing and safe retirement by featuring several options for a comfortable and well-designed residence including various studios, private and companion suites, and one-bedroom deluxe. Moreover, Northshore Heights offers different levels of care based on seniors’ needs and preferences.

The community provides a haven for couples to live their retirement together while receiving the care and assistance that matches their needs. Stay happy and immersed in your surroundings with a jam-packed calendar of fun activities and engaging programs. Eat well and feel your best with healthy and tasty meals to meet dietary needs and preferences. Northshore Heights is ideal for seniors and their partners seeking to live every moment of their best years without worries.

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Overview of The Groves at Oak Ridge

Nestled in the welcoming neighborhood of Oak Ridge, TN, The Groves at Oak Ridge is a respected senior living community offering assisted living and memory care services. Here, residents can select from a wide array of spacious and comfortable accommodations ranging from one-bedroom to studio. With its highly skilled and hardworking team, this community offers an emergency response system and 24/7 personalized care services. In terms of memory care, a cutting-edge program called Pathways to Discovery is thoughtfully designed for those with cognitive conditions like Alzheimer’s disease and dementia.

With its above-and-beyond amenities and other services, residents can enjoy delectable meals and snacks daily, weekly housekeeping and laundry services, in-house maintenance services, and free transportation to all professional services. Engage in diverse social activities and community events. At the The Groves at Oak Ridge, seniors are guaranteed a promising living experience.

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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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Overview of Nhc HealthCare, Farragut

The National HealthCare Corporation or the NHC Farragut strives in providing short-term skilled nursing and rehabilitative care; they have been awarded twice for their recognition for the ‘Customer Approved Award’ and the ‘Employee Approved Award’ by the Customers for Outstanding Experience.

They provide housing options for assisted living, memory care, hospice care, and home care; management and staff are dedicated to ensuring that residents live comfortably in their new homes. NHC Healthcare Farragut strives in working every day with quality service to its residents so that residents maintain a level of independence and individuality.

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Overview of Brookdale Dogwood Creek

Located in the scenic neighborhood of Germantown, TN, Brookdale Dogwood Creek is a renowned senior living community that offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Residents here enjoy stylish apartments and restaurant-style dining, fostering a vacation-like atmosphere where they can trade home upkeep for leisurely pursuits. Social butterflies can relish in movie nights with friends or unwind in private, pet-friendly apartments.

With 24/7 emergency response available, peace of mind is assured while seniors focus on what they love most. At Brookdale Dogwood Creek, residents enjoy a seamless transition between different levels of care if their needs change, ensuring care without disrupting their lifestyle. Amenities include a bustling calendar of activities—from fitness classes to arts and crafts—that cater to diverse interests. Memory care programs are personalized to preserve individual identity, offering engaging activities like dancing and gardening to enhance residents’ quality of life.

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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.