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Best Nursing Homes in Chattanooga, TN

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 9 nursing homes in Chattanooga, TN using Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank nursing homes in TN
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Avg Overall CMS Rating: 2.8/ 5The average Overall CMS Rating for all CMS-certified nursing homes in Chattanooga, TN. Ratings combine health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.2/ 5
Avg Staffing Rating: 2.0/ 5The average Staffing Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Chattanooga, TN. Reflects nursing staff hours per resident per day (including RNs), adjusted for residents' care needs. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.4/ 5
Avg Health Insp. Rating: 2.8/ 5The average Health Inspection Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Chattanooga, TN. Based on each facility's recent inspections and complaint investigations, weighing the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.0/ 5

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The information below is reported by the Tennessee Department of Health, Division of Health Care Facilities.

5 facilities compared · CMS & TN Dept. of Health data

The Health Center at Standifer Place
NH
ADC
AL
HC
IL
MC
NC
Chattanooga (Walker Road)
125
Facility 125
TN AVG 88
Rank #67 / 426
33.6%
Facility 33.6%
TN AVG 73%
Rank #309 / 319
-54%
3.45
Facility 3.45
TN AVG 3.63
Rank #79 / 192
-7%-5%
$0
Facility $0
TN AVG $90.9k
Rank #1 / 198
16
Facility 16
TN AVG 15.4
Rank #103 / 196
4.0
Facility 4.0
TN AVG 4.4
Rank #82 / 196
-42A+
38
Facility 38
TN AVG 34
Rank #248 / 553
Covenant Health Services LLC
$42.8M
Facility $42.8M
TN AVG $11.5M
Rank #1 / 196
$29.7M
Facility $29.7M
TN AVG $4.6M
Rank #1 / 196
69.5%
Facility 69.5%
TN AVG 41%
Rank #44 / 196
445111
Life Care Center of East Ridge
NH
East Ridge (Castle Park)
108
Facility 108
TN AVG 88
Rank #123 / 426
61.7%
Facility 61.7%
TN AVG 73%
Rank #237 / 319
-15%
3.71
Facility 3.71
TN AVG 3.63
Rank #61 / 192
-33%+2%
$0
Facility $0
TN AVG $90.9k
Rank #1 / 198
15
Facility 15
TN AVG 15.4
Rank #96 / 196
3.8
Facility 3.8
TN AVG 4.4
Rank #79 / 196
-86-
31
Facility 31
TN AVG 34
Rank #303 / 553
Parker Center
$11.0M
Facility $11.0M
TN AVG $11.5M
Rank #77 / 196
$7.2M
Facility $7.2M
TN AVG $4.6M
Rank #57 / 196
65.3%
Facility 65.3%
TN AVG 41%
Rank #60 / 196
445528
NHC HealthCare Chattanooga
NH
HC
NC
Chattanooga (Glenwood)
200
Facility 200
TN AVG 88
Rank #7 / 426
90.1%
Facility 90.1%
TN AVG 73%
Rank #59 / 319
+23%
3.24
Facility 3.24
TN AVG 3.63
Rank #133 / 192
-36%-11%
$0
Facility $0
TN AVG $90.9k
Rank #1 / 198
10
Facility 10
TN AVG 15.4
Rank #61 / 196
5.0
Facility 5.0
TN AVG 4.4
Rank #122 / 196
-182A+
34
Facility 34
TN AVG 34
Rank #279 / 553
Anthony J Raffa
$19.6M
Facility $19.6M
TN AVG $11.5M
Rank #17 / 196
$11.9M
Facility $11.9M
TN AVG $4.6M
Rank #16 / 196
60.9%
Facility 60.9%
TN AVG 41%
Rank #57 / 196
445013
Life Care Center of Red Bank
NH
Chattanooga (Mountain Creek)
54
Facility 54
TN AVG 88
Rank #326 / 426
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
TN AVG 73%
Rank #1 / 319
+37%
3.45
Facility 3.45
TN AVG 3.63
Rank #79 / 192
-23%-5%
$8.5k
Facility $8.5k
TN AVG $90.9k
Rank #135 / 198
27
Facility 27
TN AVG 15.4
Rank #173 / 196
5.4
Facility 5.4
TN AVG 4.4
Rank #152 / 196
585A+
9
Facility 9
TN AVG 34
Rank #453 / 553
Sherry Broom
$10.6M
Facility $10.6M
TN AVG $11.5M
Rank #80 / 196
$6.8M
Facility $6.8M
TN AVG $4.6M
Rank #64 / 196
64.2%
Facility 64.2%
TN AVG 41%
Rank #65 / 196
445240
Viviant Healthcare of Chattanooga
NH
Chattanooga (East Brainerd)
127
Facility 127
TN AVG 88
Rank #62 / 426
35.1%
Facility 35.1%
TN AVG 73%
Rank #306 / 319
-52%
3.59
Facility 3.59
TN AVG 3.63
Rank #70 / 192
-2%-1%
$6.5k
Facility $6.5k
TN AVG $90.9k
Rank #130 / 198
23
Facility 23
TN AVG 15.4
Rank #153 / 196
4.6
Facility 4.6
TN AVG 4.4
Rank #108 / 196
-68-
19
Facility 19
TN AVG 34
Rank #386 / 553
Chattanooga One Op Holdings LLC
$4.7M
Facility $4.7M
TN AVG $11.5M
Rank #186 / 196
$4.0M
Facility $4.0M
TN AVG $4.6M
Rank #140 / 196
85.2%
Facility 85.2%
TN AVG 41%
Rank #1 / 196
445205
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

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

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

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

Overview of Eagle Crest Assisted Living

Experience the warmth and care of Eagle Crest Assisted Living in Chattanooga, TN, where exceptional assisted living services and a supportive community come together to enhance daily life. This innovative senior housing combines apartment-style living with opportunities for socialization and tailored supportive services. With up to 28 hours of assistance available each week, residents can maintain independence while enjoying a vibrant community of peers.

Three restaurant-style meals daily, housekeeping services, transportation to medical appointments and more let residents use their time to enjoy retirement. Go shopping, attend social events, or learn a new hobby in this community! Eagle Crest Communities is proud to be consistently recognized with prestigious certifications and awards, reflecting its commitment to providing premier senior living services. Here, each day is designed to inspire comfort, creativity, and a true sense of community.

Contact Eagle Crest Assisted Living

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.

Contact Consulate Health Care of Chattanooga

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

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.

Contact Rockbridge at the Palms

Overview of Alexian Village of Tennessee Retirement Community

Nestled in the beautiful setting of Signal Mountain, TN, near Rainbow Lake Wilderness Park, Alexian Village of Tennessee Retirement Community is a distinct community that offers assisted living, independent living, memory care, rehabilitation, skilled nursing, and respite care. A kind and well-trained team helps residents with their daily activities and personal needs around the clock, ensuring their comfort and safety. With its nurturing and welcoming environment, residents can keep their peace of mind and thrive in their golden years.

Residents have fun and meet new friends with a thoughtfully curated calendar of fun recreational activities and enriching programs, highlighting their interests and capabilities. Three delightful and nutritious meals are also served to satisfy residents’ dietary needs and preferences. Physical, occupational, and speech therapy, alongside medication management and fall prevention, are provided for residents’ safety. With its different levels of care, residents can age with dignity in one place.

Contact Alexian Village of Tennessee Retirement Community

Ranking Methodology

How we rank these nursing homes

Every nursing home above is evaluated across five weighted categories using CMS data including Care Compare, Payroll-Based Journal, and Medicare Cost Reports.

  • CMS data
  • 5 weighted categories
  • Updated quarterly
Full methodology

Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Care Quality
  • 20%
    Staffing
  • 20%
    Regulatory
  • 20%
    Operational
  • 5%
    Environment
01

Care Quality 35%

The largest single share of every ranking. CMS star ratings and quality measures that reflect actual care delivered to residents.

  • Includes
  • Overall Rating
  • Health Inspection
  • QM Rating
  • Long-Stay QM
  • Short-Stay QM
02

Staffing Adequacy 20%

The strongest predictor of resident outcomes. Volume and stability of nursing care, drawn from CMS Payroll-Based Journal.

  • Includes
  • Nurse Hrs/Res/Day
  • RN vs State
  • Total Nurse Staff Hrs vs State
  • RN Turnover
03

Regulatory & Safety Record 20%

Inspection patterns that star ratings can mask. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • Citations
  • Citations/Inspection
  • Severe Citations
  • Fines
  • Accreditations
04

Operational & Financial Stability 20%

Stable operations and sound finances are leading indicators of consistent care over time.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy vs State
  • Avg Length of Stay
  • Revenue
  • Payroll %
  • Years in Operation
  • Admin Tenure
05

Environment & Accessibility 5%

Context that matters to families but doesn't directly measure clinical care. Weighted lower for nursing homes than for assisted or independent living.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • BBB Rating
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Frequently Asked Questions about Nursing Homes in Chattanooga, TN

What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in Tennessee?

Assisted living in Tennessee is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.

Does Tennessee Medicaid cover nursing home care?

Yes — Tennessee Medicaid covers nursing home care for residents who meet income, asset, and medical-need eligibility requirements. Most CMS-certified nursing homes accept Medicaid as a primary payer once long-term-care eligibility is established.

What is nursing home care?

Nursing homes (also called skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses, rehabilitation services, and long-term custodial care for residents with significant health or functional needs.

How many nursing homes are listed on this page?

This page features 9 nursing homes in Chattanooga, TN. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right nursing home in Chattanooga, TN?

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 Chattanooga, TN, 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 nursing homes in Chattanooga, TN?

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.