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Best Nursing Homes in Chattanooga, TN

Reviewed by Dr. Jordan Weiss
Updated Mar 2026
9 homes analyzed

Sources: CMS Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, and Tennessee Department of Health, Office of Aging and Long Term Care.

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Recognized for its ethereal landscapes and lush nature, Chattanooga, Tennessee earned the nickname “Scenic City,”. The city makes a good place to live in, especially with its exceptional healthcare, a variety of recreation opportunities, and a generally low cost of living. With nursing homes residing across the city, seniors receive the utmost care and assistance for their special needs. Chattanooga’s public transportation system ensures seniors can go around the city to enjoy its scenic views and do the things they love.

Compare Nursing Homes around Chattanooga

9 facilities compared · CMS & TN Dept. of Health data · Updated Mar 2026

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The Health Center at Standifer Place
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Chattanooga
509
33.6%
-54%
3.45
-12%
-5%
0
16
0
42
A+
38
Covenant Health Services Llc
$55,7M
$25,7M
46.2%
445111
Life Care Center of East Ridge
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

East Ridge
108
61.7%
-15%
3.71
-8%
+2%
0
15
0
83
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Center, Parker
$14,4M
$6,2M
42.8%
445528
NHC HealthCare Chattanooga
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Chattanooga (Glenwood)
200
90.1%
+23%
3.24
-23%
-11%
0
10
0
181
A+
34
Raffa, Anthony J
$22,1M
$10,2M
46.3%
445013
Life Care Center of Red Bank
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Chattanooga (Mountain Creek)
148
157.4%
+116%
3.45
+37%
-5%
1
27
5
83
A+
9
Broom, Sherry
$13,5M
$5,7M
42.4%
445240
Viviant Healthcare of Chattanooga
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Chattanooga (East Brainerd)
127
35.1%
-52%
3.59
+21%
-1%
1
23
0
64
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19
Chattanooga One Op Holdings Llc
$4,8M
$3,6M
74.9%
445205
Consulate Health Care of Chattanooga
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

Chattanooga (East Brainerd)
127
35.1%
-52%
3.59
+21%
-1%
1
23
0
64
-
17
Chattanooga One Op Holdings Llc
$4,8M
$3,6M
74.9%
445205
Ascension Living Alexian PACE
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HC

Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.

NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

RC

Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.

Chattanooga (Bushtown)
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0
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Martin-Boyd Christian Home
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NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Chattanooga
124
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Rockbridge at the Palms
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NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Chattanooga
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The Health Center at Standifer Place specializes in delivering personalized services tailored to meet the unique needs of your loved ones. With an emphasis on independent living, assisted living, memory care, rehabilitation, and adult day care services, the staff strives to maintain an atmosphere of growth and patience– perfect for residents who seek to relax and recover.
The lifestyle at The Health Center is easy and results-driven thanks to the extensive services offered; residents can live a fulfilling everyday life. Some all-inclusive features include ALDs, medication management, transfer assistance, housekeeping, specialized programs, tailored care plans, and medical aid.

Overview of The Health Center at Standifer Place

The Health Center at Standifer Place specializes in delivering personalized services tailored to meet the unique needs of your loved ones. With an emphasis on independent living, assisted living, memory care, rehabilitation, and adult day care services, the staff strives to maintain an atmosphere of growth and patience– perfect for residents who seek to relax and recover.
The lifestyle at The Health Center is easy and results-driven thanks to the extensive services offered; residents can live a fulfilling everyday life. Some all-inclusive features include ALDs, medication management, transfer assistance, housekeeping, specialized programs, tailored care plans, and medical aid.

Contact The Health Center at Standifer Place

Life Care Center of East Ridge is a skilled nursing and rehabilitation center. The upscale nursing home aims to change the meaning of skilled nursing and rehabilitation for seniors through the exceptional care delivered by their patient-friendly staff to offer the best care possible for their residents. Life Care Center can be trusted as a safe and secure community that cares for every patient’s needs.
Convenience and hassle-free living are the center of Life Care Center services: medication management, post-surgical care, and wound care. Their 24-hour skilled nursing care services provide compassionate care as their utmost priority. Other benefits include 24/7 easy admissions, fall prevention, IV therapy, discharge planning, and case management.

Overview of Life Care Center of East Ridge

Life Care Center of East Ridge is a skilled nursing and rehabilitation center. The upscale nursing home aims to change the meaning of skilled nursing and rehabilitation for seniors through the exceptional care delivered by their patient-friendly staff to offer the best care possible for their residents. Life Care Center can be trusted as a safe and secure community that cares for every patient’s needs.
Convenience and hassle-free living are the center of Life Care Center services: medication management, post-surgical care, and wound care. Their 24-hour skilled nursing care services provide compassionate care as their utmost priority. Other benefits include 24/7 easy admissions, fall prevention, IV therapy, discharge planning, and case management.

Contact Life Care Center of East Ridge

The National HealthCare Corporation, or the NHC Chattanooga, strives to provide 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. NHC Healthcare Chattanooga strives to work daily with quality service to its residents so that they maintain independence and individuality.
They also 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.

Overview of Nhc Healthcare Chattanooga

The National HealthCare Corporation, or the NHC Chattanooga, strives to provide 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. NHC Healthcare Chattanooga strives to work daily with quality service to its residents so that they maintain independence and individuality.
They also 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.

Contact NHC HealthCare Chattanooga

Life Care Center of Red Bank is a skilled nursing and rehabilitation center. The upscale nursing home aims to change the meaning of skilled nursing and rehabilitation for seniors through the exceptional care delivered by their patient-friendly staff to offer the best care possible for their residents. Life Care Center can be trusted as a safe and secure community that cares for every patient’s needs.
Convenience and hassle-free living are the center of Life Care Center services: medication management, post-surgical care, and wound care. Their 24-hour skilled nursing care services provide compassionate care as their utmost priority. Other benefits include 24/7 easy admissions, fall prevention, IV therapy, discharge planning, and case management.

Overview of Life Care Center of Red Bank

Life Care Center of Red Bank is a skilled nursing and rehabilitation center. The upscale nursing home aims to change the meaning of skilled nursing and rehabilitation for seniors through the exceptional care delivered by their patient-friendly staff to offer the best care possible for their residents. Life Care Center can be trusted as a safe and secure community that cares for every patient’s needs.
Convenience and hassle-free living are the center of Life Care Center services: medication management, post-surgical care, and wound care. Their 24-hour skilled nursing care services provide compassionate care as their utmost priority. Other benefits include 24/7 easy admissions, fall prevention, IV therapy, discharge planning, and case management.

Contact Life Care Center of Red Bank

Set in the idyllic neighborhood of Chattanooga, Tennessee, Consulate Health Care of Chattanooga is a reliable senior care provider, offering a range of senior services, including skilled nursing, long-term care, and rehabilitation. The community features 127 units of comfortably designed accommodations that provide residents with utmost comfort and convenience. Featuring a team of compassionate and professional care teams, the community ensures residents will receive the care and support they need to get back to their feet.

Residents here enjoy convenient access to the nearby churches, retail stores, health care services, and other local conveniences that allows for a comfortable and fulfilling living experience. The community also offers an array of activities designed to give residents plenty of opportunities for entertainment, recreation, and socialization. With convenient access to an array of services and the support of a reliable team, residents here are sure to maintain their highest functionality.

Overview of Consulate Health Care of Chattanooga

Set in the idyllic neighborhood of Chattanooga, Tennessee, Consulate Health Care of Chattanooga is a reliable senior care provider, offering a range of senior services, including skilled nursing, long-term care, and rehabilitation. The community features 127 units of comfortably designed accommodations that provide residents with utmost comfort and convenience. Featuring a team of compassionate and professional care teams, the community ensures residents will receive the care and support they need to get back to their feet.

Residents here enjoy convenient access to the nearby churches, retail stores, health care services, and other local conveniences that allows for a comfortable and fulfilling living experience. The community also offers an array of activities designed to give residents plenty of opportunities for entertainment, recreation, and socialization. With convenient access to an array of services and the support of a reliable team, residents here are sure to maintain their highest functionality.

What does this home offer?

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Accept Medicaid: Yes

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Total Residents: 127

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Nursing Home
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Viviant Healthcare of Chattanooga prides itself on achieving a safe and secure community for residents to experience rejuvenation and recovery in one nurturing home. Residents from different living options offer personalized care that allows them to receive the necessary care while promoting an active lifestyle. The nursing home prides its services on pride, honor, and family– entrusting many families to take care of their loved ones as their own.
Viviant’s centers of excellence are found in long-term care, skilled nursing, and short-term rehabilitation services for their senior residents. Other community features include housekeeping services, laundry services, an enclosed courtyard, pharmaceutical delivery service, and a full-service salon.

Overview of Viviant Healthcare of Chattanooga

Viviant Healthcare of Chattanooga prides itself on achieving a safe and secure community for residents to experience rejuvenation and recovery in one nurturing home. Residents from different living options offer personalized care that allows them to receive the necessary care while promoting an active lifestyle. The nursing home prides its services on pride, honor, and family– entrusting many families to take care of their loved ones as their own.
Viviant’s centers of excellence are found in long-term care, skilled nursing, and short-term rehabilitation services for their senior residents. Other community features include housekeeping services, laundry services, an enclosed courtyard, pharmaceutical delivery service, and a full-service salon.

Contact Viviant Healthcare of Chattanooga

Ascension Living Alexian Pace is a one-of-a-kind community in Chattanooga, TN, offering home health care, adult day care, inpatient, and outpatient care. Older adults can rest their worries with a compassionate and well-trained team helping with their needs wherever they prefer, around the clock. The community provides all-inclusive care, striving to meet older adults’ needs.

Social events and fun recreational programs are conducted in the community’s day center, encouraging older adults to live actively and remain socially engaged. The community also provides physical, occupational, and speech therapy to enhance older adults’ living experiences. For older adults at home, the community delivers prepared meals, while those at the day center enjoy delightful and well-balanced meals. With its wide range of care and dedicated services, older adults make the most of their best years without worries.

Overview of Ascension Living Alexian Pace

Ascension Living Alexian Pace is a one-of-a-kind community in Chattanooga, TN, offering home health care, adult day care, inpatient, and outpatient care. Older adults can rest their worries with a compassionate and well-trained team helping with their needs wherever they prefer, around the clock. The community provides all-inclusive care, striving to meet older adults’ needs.

Social events and fun recreational programs are conducted in the community’s day center, encouraging older adults to live actively and remain socially engaged. The community also provides physical, occupational, and speech therapy to enhance older adults’ living experiences. For older adults at home, the community delivers prepared meals, while those at the day center enjoy delightful and well-balanced meals. With its wide range of care and dedicated services, older adults make the most of their best years without worries.

What does this home offer?

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Building Type: Single-story

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Rockbridge Oaks is a senior living community in Chattanooga, TN. It provides exceptional assisted living and memory care services, focusing on personalized care that empowers independence and joy. Residents can enjoy a vibrant array of events and activities tailored to their interests.
Overview of Rockbridge at the Palms
Rockbridge Oaks is a senior living community in Chattanooga, TN. It provides exceptional assisted living and memory care services, focusing on personalized care that empowers independence and joy. Residents can enjoy a vibrant array of events and activities tailored to their interests.
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Martin-boyd Christian Home is an assisted living and memory care community located in Chattanooga, TN. It offers a range of services including 24/7 nursing care, chef-prepared meals, and assistance with daily living activities. The facility provides specialized care for residents with Alzheimer's and dementia.
Overview of Martin-boyd Christian Home
Martin-boyd Christian Home is an assisted living and memory care community located in Chattanooga, TN. It offers a range of services including 24/7 nursing care, chef-prepared meals, and assistance with daily living activities. The facility provides specialized care for residents with Alzheimer's and dementia.
Contact Martin-Boyd Christian Home

Assisted Living Magazine Ranking Methodology

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How Assisted Living Magazine Evaluates & Scores Nursing Homes

Assisted Living Magazine ranks nursing homes using a rigorous, data-driven scoring model built specifically for skilled nursing.
Because this care level is regulated, clinical outcomes and compliance carry significantly more weight than transparency or digital presence.
Each community receives a ranking based on the factors below, weighted according to their importance in predicting resident safety, care quality, and long-term stability.

Update cadence: Reviewed quarterly, with prompt updates when new reviews, reports, or complaints are filed.

What We Prioritize Most

The largest share of every nursing home’s score — 45% of the total weighting — comes from clinical and regulatory indicators, including:

  • Overall, staffing, and inspection ratings
  • Long-stay and short-stay quality measures
  • Nurse-to-resident and staff-to-resident ratios
  • Health deficiencies and regulatory history
  • Accreditations and positive local news reporting

These factors directly reflect resident safety, care quality, and compliance.

Operational Stability & Resident Support

Another 35% of the score comes from operational and stability signals, such as:

  • Nurse hours per patient per day
  • Occupancy levels and cleanliness citations
  • Administrative stability and ownership quality
  • Readmission rates and registered-nurse turnover
Balancing Additional Factors

The remaining 20% of the score includes contextual elements such as:

  • Year built or renovated
  • Penalties, fines, and preventable readmissions
  • Revenue per bed
  • Administrator tenure

These factors help round out the overall picture but carry less weight because our methodology prioritizes clinical outcomes and regulatory consistency above all else.
The result is a clear, data-driven ranking system that elevates nursing homes delivering exceptional care and long-term resident safety.

Frequently Asked Questions

What government services provide money for senior housing?

Several government programs offer financial assistance for senior housing in various countries, focusing on the United States for a broad overview:

  • Medicaid: Medicaid is a state and federally funded program that can cover the costs of nursing home care for those who meet eligibility criteria, including income and asset limits. Some states also offer Medicaid waivers that help pay for home and community-based services to prevent or delay nursing home placement.
  • Medicare: Medicare, primarily a health insurance program for people aged 65 and over, does not cover long-term housing costs. However, it can cover short-term stays in a skilled nursing facility under specific conditions following a hospital stay.
  • Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly Program: This program provides housing for low-income seniors. It offers rental assistance and access to supportive services, such as cleaning, cooking, and transportation.
  • Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) Properties: While not a direct subsidy, LIHTC encourages developers to create affordable housing. Seniors with low incomes can find reduced-rent apartments through this program.
  • State and Local Programs: Many states, counties, and cities offer their own programs to assist seniors with housing costs. These can include property tax relief programs, rental assistance programs, and programs that offer affordable senior housing options.
  • Veterans Affairs (VA): The VA offers several programs for veterans, including the Aid and Attendance benefit, which provides monthly payments to veterans who require the aid of another person, or are housebound, to help cover the cost of care in homes, nursing homes, and assisted living facilities.
  • Social Security: While Social Security primarily provides retirement income, for many seniors, these benefits are a crucial part of their budget, including housing costs.
How do you pick the homes you recommend?

Before recommending homes, we conduct a thorough evaluation on crucial factors that define a senior home such as the quality of care they provide, the reputation of the organization, and a comprehensive review of community testimonials as well. Every detail is assessed to assure that seniors are offered not just senior care options, but trustworthy homes where they can experience the care that they deserve.

Do you help families that need Medicaid?

Yes. Assisting families who need Medicaid is important to us as it plays a crucial role in offering financial support to seniors confronting economic challenges. We would like to keep essential healthcare services accessible to all community members, irrespective of one’s financial circumstances.

How much does this service cost?

We extend our services at no cost, ensuring that families and seniors can benefit from tailored assistance in their search for care and home options. Our ability to offer personalized guidance without charge to families and seniors is made possible through the support and funding from the communities with which we team up. 

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