Page 10 of Best Nursing Homes in Tennessee

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Info below is compiled from CMS reports & 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.

The facility name. Click to view the full profile page on Assisted Living Magazine, including photos, services, and contact info.
CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, the federal agency that regulates nursing homes) Overall 5-star rating — a composite of Health Inspection, Staffing, and Quality Measures scores. 5 stars = top 10% nationally. 1 star = bottom 10%. The single most important number to start with when comparing facilities.
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. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. PC (Palliative Care): Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment.
Neighborhood or city area where the facility is located. Proximity to family, hospitals, and green space matters for both quality of life and ease of visitation. Consider drive time and transit access when evaluating location.
Licensed bed capacity. Larger facilities (300+ beds) often have more specialized programs but can feel institutional. Smaller homes (under 150 beds) tend to deliver more personalized care. Compare with Avg Res/Day to understand how full the facility typically runs.
Percentage of licensed beds filled on an average day. Color indicates financial health: green (90%+) = operationally strong, typically profitable. Amber (80–89%) = stable but leaving revenue on the table. Orange (70–79%) = financial strain likely, may struggle with fixed costs. Red (<70%) = significant distress, closure or ownership change risk increases sharply.
This facility's occupancy rate compared to the statewide average for similar facilities. A positive number means above-average demand. Facilities running 5%+ above the state average are typically the most sought-after in their market — a strong proxy for reputation.
CMS-adjusted total nurse hours per resident per day (RN + LPN + CNA combined). The national average is approximately 3.5 hrs. Higher is better — more direct care time per resident. Below 3.0 is a red flag. CMS weights RN hours more heavily because RNs handle complex clinical decisions that CNAs cannot.
A 0–100 score of a facility's regulatory inspection record, shown as a letter and compared with other facilities of the same kind in the same state. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine grade. It is not a government rating. A dash means we have no inspection data for that facility.
CMS Health Inspection star rating (1–5 stars), based on the 3 most recent annual state surveys plus any complaint investigations. This is the hardest rating to manipulate — it reflects real surveyor findings on-site. 5 stars = fewest deficiencies found. 1 star = most. It carries the heaviest weight in the Overall CMS rating.
CMS Staffing star rating (1–5 stars), based on daily nurse staffing hours submitted to CMS via verified payroll data. Compares RN, LPN, and CNA coverage relative to resident acuity level. 5 stars = well above expected staffing. Weekend staffing is evaluated separately, as that's where many facilities quietly reduce coverage.
CMS Quality Measures star rating (1–5 stars), based on 15 clinical outcome metrics including fall rates, pressure ulcers, antipsychotic drug use, and hospital readmissions. Captures actual resident health outcomes, not just compliance. High QM combined with low Health Inspection scores can indicate a facility with strong care but weak documentation practices.
Registered Nurse hours per resident/day compared to the statewide average. RNs are the highest-skilled nursing staff — they assess residents, manage medications, and respond to emergencies. A value of +50% means RN coverage is 50% above the state norm. Negative values are a concern for residents with complex or acute medical needs.
Total nursing staff hours (RN + LPN + CNA combined) per resident/day vs. the statewide average. A broader measure than RN vs State — it captures the entire care team. A facility can have high total staffing but low RN hours, meaning more aides and fewer nurses. Read both columns together for the full picture.
Total dollar amount of federal monetary fines (civil money penalties) issued by CMS in the past 3 years. Fines are only levied for serious violations — typically actual harm to residents, repeated uncorrected deficiencies, or systemic non-compliance. Even a single fine is noteworthy. Multiple fines strongly suggest a pattern, not isolated incidents.
Total health deficiency citations from the most recent standard inspection cycle. Minor citations (scope A–C) are common and often administrative in nature. Higher counts aren't always disqualifying, but should be read alongside Severe Citations to understand actual harm levels. Under 10 is strong for a large facility; 30+ warrants a closer look.
Average deficiency citations per CMS inspection (survey) in the reporting window — total citations divided by the number of inspections. Lower is better; compare alongside total Citations and Severe Citations for context.
Citations at CMS scope/severity level G or higher — G–I means actual harm occurred; J–L means residents were placed in immediate jeopardy. (D–F is potential for harm only). Examples include unaddressed falls, medication errors causing injury, neglect, or abuse.
Average number of residents in the building on any given day, derived from annual census data. Reflects true operating scale — a 400-bed facility running 200 residents/day operates very differently from one at 390. Higher resident counts generally mean more funded staffing hours.
Better Business Bureau rating (A+ to F). Reflects complaint history, business transparency, and how family disputes were resolved. A+ means no significant unresolved complaints. A blank (—) means the facility isn't BBB-accredited, which is common for healthcare providers and not necessarily a negative signal.
Walk Score® (0–100). Measures walkability of the surrounding area. 90–100 = Walker's Paradise. 70–89 = Very Walkable. 50–69 = Somewhat Walkable. Below 50 = Car-Dependent. Higher scores benefit family visitors, resident outings, and staff commuting.
The licensed owner or operator of record filed with CMS — the individual or organization legally accountable for the facility. Searching the operator name across other facilities can reveal chain or multi-site ownership, which matters: chain-operated homes tend to have more variable quality outcomes than independently run facilities.
What the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts — not gross billings. Taken from the latest complete annual cost report, so it is comparable across homes reporting the same period. Revenue alone doesn't indicate care quality, but it funds staffing and capital reinvestment. Pair with Payroll %. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
Staff salaries plus wage-related benefits from the latest complete annual cost report. Contract and agency labour is counted separately, under other operating costs, so a home leaning on agency staff can show a low figure here. Payroll is the cost most directly tied to care quality — compare with Payroll % for full context. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
Payroll as a share of NET PATIENT REVENUE (not gross revenue). Both figures come from the same cost-report year. A higher figure means more of each revenue dollar goes to staff pay. Read with the Staffing star rating to judge whether spend translates into coverage — and note that homes whose patient revenue covers only part of their operation can read implausibly high. The Tennessee average is: 54.1% Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
CMS Certification Number: the unique federal identifier for this skilled nursing provider.
Ave Maria Home
NH
AL
MC
SNF
Bartlett
100
Facility 100
TN AVG 105
Rank #97 / 186
92.8%
Facility 92.8%
TN AVG 71.3%
Rank #18 / 151
+30%
6.23
Facility 6.23
TN AVG 3.63
Rank #4 / 178
C+ -17%+72%
$27.9k
Facility $27.9k
TN AVG $90.9k
Rank #142 / 180
18
Facility 18
TN AVG 15.4
Rank #123 / 180
4.5
Facility 4.5
TN AVG 4.4
Rank #98 / 180
193A+
43
Facility 43
TN AVG 38
Rank #85 / 194
Ave Maria Home, Inc
$17.0MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $17.0MFiscal year ending 06/2024
TN AVG $11.1M
Rank #25 / 173
$11.5MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $11.5MFiscal year ending 06/2024
TN AVG $5.9M
Rank #12 / 173
67.6%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility 67.6%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
TN AVG 54.1%
Rank #15 / 173
445490
AHC Clarksville
NH
HOS
PC
RC
SNF
Clarksville
113
Facility 113
TN AVG 105
Rank #83 / 186
95.8%
Facility 95.8%
TN AVG 71.3%
Rank #8 / 151
+34%
4.25
Facility 4.25
TN AVG 3.63
Rank #26 / 178
B- -15%+17%
$0
Facility $0
TN AVG $90.9k
Rank #1 / 180
21
Facility 21
TN AVG 15.4
Rank #144 / 180
7.0
Facility 7.0
TN AVG 4.4
Rank #162 / 180
-108-
21
Facility 21
TN AVG 38
Rank #139 / 194
Juanita Dufour
$11.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $11.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
TN AVG $11.1M
Rank #61 / 173
$5.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $5.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
TN AVG $5.9M
Rank #81 / 173
48.3%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 48.3%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
TN AVG 54.1%
Rank #101 / 173
445455
Magnolia Healthcare and Rehabilitation
NH
SNF
Columbia (Westwood)
181
Facility 181
TN AVG 105
Rank #12 / 186
45.2%
Facility 45.2%
TN AVG 71.3%
Rank #135 / 151
-37%
2.95
Facility 2.95
TN AVG 3.63
Rank #150 / 178
B+ -61%-19%
$0
Facility $0
TN AVG $90.9k
Rank #1 / 180
18
Facility 18
TN AVG 15.4
Rank #123 / 180
6.0
Facility 6.0
TN AVG 4.4
Rank #147 / 180
-82-
41
Facility 41
TN AVG 38
Rank #93 / 194
Columbia Tn Holdings LLC
$10.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $10.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
TN AVG $11.1M
Rank #67 / 173
$4.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $4.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
TN AVG $5.9M
Rank #99 / 173
42.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 42.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
TN AVG 54.1%
Rank #143 / 173
445465
Alta Heights Post Acute
NH
HOS
MC
PC
RC
SNF
Goodlettsville
90
Facility 90
TN AVG 105
Rank #115 / 186
89.2%
Facility 89.2%
TN AVG 71.3%
Rank #26 / 151
+25%
3.76
Facility 3.76
TN AVG 3.63
Rank #54 / 178
C+ -44%+4%
$0
Facility $0
TN AVG $90.9k
Rank #1 / 180
18
Facility 18
TN AVG 15.4
Rank #123 / 180
9.0
Facility 9.0
TN AVG 4.4
Rank #175 / 180
280-
59
Facility 59
TN AVG 38
Rank #44 / 194
Goodlettsville Snf Healthcare, LLC
$8.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $8.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
TN AVG $11.1M
Rank #122 / 173
$5.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $5.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
TN AVG $5.9M
Rank #93 / 173
60.5%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 60.5%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
TN AVG 54.1%
Rank #38 / 173
445460
Allenbrooke Nursing & Rehab Center
NH
SNF
Memphis
180
Facility 180
TN AVG 105
Rank #15 / 186
83.9%
Facility 83.9%
TN AVG 71.3%
Rank #42 / 151
+18%
3.05
Facility 3.05
TN AVG 3.63
Rank #137 / 178
C- -15%-16%
$8.3k
Facility $8.3k
TN AVG $90.9k
Rank #119 / 180
8
Facility 8
TN AVG 15.4
Rank #37 / 180
4.0
Facility 4.0
TN AVG 4.4
Rank #75 / 180
1151A+
48
Facility 48
TN AVG 38
Rank #65 / 194
Allenbrooke Nursing And Rehabilitation C
$17.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $17.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
TN AVG $11.1M
Rank #21 / 173
$11.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $11.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
TN AVG $5.9M
Rank #13 / 173
65.5%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 65.5%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
TN AVG 54.1%
Rank #18 / 173
445485
Quince Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
NH
Memphis (Keswick - Stornaway)
188
Facility 188
TN AVG 105
Rank #10 / 186
82.4%
Facility 82.4%
TN AVG 71.3%
Rank #52 / 151
+16%
3.40
Facility 3.40
TN AVG 3.63
Rank #97 / 178
C -23%-6%
$71.8k
Facility $71.8k
TN AVG $90.9k
Rank #159 / 180
19
Facility 19
TN AVG 15.4
Rank #131 / 180
4.8
Facility 4.8
TN AVG 4.4
Rank #113 / 180
5155A+
47
Facility 47
TN AVG 38
Rank #68 / 194
Quince Nursing And Rehabilitation LLC
$18.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $18.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
TN AVG $11.1M
Rank #18 / 173
$11.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $11.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
TN AVG $5.9M
Rank #10 / 173
64.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 64.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
TN AVG 54.1%
Rank #21 / 173
445197
The Preserve at Fairfield Glade
NH
AL
IL
SNF
Fairfield Glade
99
Facility 99
TN AVG 105
Rank #102 / 186
--
4.00
Facility 4.00
TN AVG 3.63
Rank #33 / 178
? -11%+10%
$0
Facility $0
TN AVG $90.9k
Rank #1 / 180
16
Facility 16
TN AVG 15.4
Rank #103 / 180
4.0
Facility 4.0
TN AVG 4.4
Rank #75 / 180
-52-
23
Facility 23
TN AVG 38
Rank #133 / 194
Fairfield Glade Of Tennessee, LLC
$8.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $8.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
TN AVG $11.1M
Rank #119 / 173
$6.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $6.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
TN AVG $5.9M
Rank #57 / 173
75.7%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 75.7%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
TN AVG 54.1%
Rank #8 / 173
445506
Mission Convalescent Home
NH
SNF
Jackson
44
Facility 44
TN AVG 105
Rank #168 / 186
65.9%
Facility 65.9%
TN AVG 71.3%
Rank #96 / 151
-8%
2.29
Facility 2.29
TN AVG 3.63
Rank #176 / 178
? -67%-37%
$0
Facility $0
TN AVG $90.9k
Rank #1 / 180
20
Facility 20
TN AVG 15.4
Rank #138 / 180
6.7
Facility 6.7
TN AVG 4.4
Rank #158 / 180
-29-
8
Facility 8
TN AVG 38
Rank #164 / 194
Old Folks Mission Center Inc
$3.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $3.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
TN AVG $11.1M
Rank #169 / 173
$1.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $1.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
TN AVG $5.9M
Rank #172 / 173
49.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 49.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
TN AVG 54.1%
Rank #98 / 173
445447
Life Care Center of Athens
NH
SNF
Athens
128
Facility 128
TN AVG 105
Rank #47 / 186
74.4%
Facility 74.4%
TN AVG 71.3%
Rank #77 / 151
+4%
3.43
Facility 3.43
TN AVG 3.63
Rank #97 / 178
C- +56%-5%
$0
Facility $0
TN AVG $90.9k
Rank #1 / 180
16
Facility 16
TN AVG 15.4
Rank #103 / 180
8.0
Facility 8.0
TN AVG 4.4
Rank #171 / 180
195-
72
Facility 72
TN AVG 38
Rank #15 / 194
Life Care Centers Of America, Inc
$9.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $9.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
TN AVG $11.1M
Rank #91 / 173
$6.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $6.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
TN AVG $5.9M
Rank #59 / 173
66.5%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 66.5%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
TN AVG 54.1%
Rank #16 / 173
445298
Dyersburg Health and Rehabilitation Center
NH
HOS
MC
PC
RC
SNF
Dyersburg
123
Facility 123
TN AVG 105
Rank #56 / 186
--
4.76
Facility 4.76
TN AVG 3.63
Rank #15 / 178
? +80%+31%
$0
Facility $0
TN AVG $90.9k
Rank #1 / 180
11
Facility 11
TN AVG 15.4
Rank #68 / 180
5.5
Facility 5.5
TN AVG 4.4
Rank #138 / 180
-64-
36
Facility 36
TN AVG 38
Rank #106 / 194
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Ave Maria Home

2805 Charles Bryan Road, Bartlett, TN 38134
Overview of Ave Maria Home

Four care types stack up at Ave Maria Home in Bartlett, TN. They are assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, and nursing home care.

Assisted living itemises dressing, bathing, and taking medication, and the help arrives at the apartment. Wandering is a risk that only shows itself when nobody is looking, which is why memory care means a secured perimeter and someone watching. Skilled nursing is licensed cover at any hour, the level the other three can hand a resident on to.

Short-term rehabilitation covers a temporary stay aimed at recovery, with nursing and rehabilitation services behind it. Four levels under one roof mean needs can grow without a change of community, across 100 beds.

Six hours and 14 minutes of nurse time lies behind each resident’s day. Medicaid, Medicare, and private pay are accepted, and depending is the operative term, since none of the three fits everyone.

At 43, the Walk Score puts this in car-dependent country. Transportation for shopping and appointments is one of the amenities, and a low score with a ride attached is a different fact from a low score alone. A salon handles grooming, pastoral care, and religious services cover the spiritual side, and Emmanuel Wilson is named administrator.

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AHC Clarksville

900 Professional Park Dr, Clarksville, TN 37040
Overview of Ahc Clarksville

The American Health Communities (AHC) Cumberland is Clarksville’s skilled nursing and rehabilitation home. Quality nursing homes aim to change the meaning of recovery for seniors through the exceptional care delivered by their patient-friendly staff to offer the best care possible for their residents. Ahc Clarksville strives to have all its residents experience the comprehensive and exemplary care offered.

The community boasts its Collaborative Care Plans that offer physicians, nurses, therapists, dietary specialists, and social workers who are directly involved in the holistic care of each resident. Speech, physical, and occupational needs are also provided, and outpatient rehabilitation services are available.

Contact AHC Clarksville

Overview of Magnolia Healthcare and Rehabilitation

Magnolia Healthcare and Rehabilitation is a nursing home in Columbia, TN, offering rehabilitation and skilled nursing. Fostering comfort and healing, the community strives to provide older adults with a clean and welcoming environment. With 24-hour care, a fine dining program, and health services, residents experience a maintenance-free lifestyle. The community also works closely with residents to meet their needs and preferences.

Music therapy, recreational activities, and light exercises aim to keep residents active and gain meaningful experiences. Cozy, private rooms, a beauty shop, and a spacious dining room are also available for residents’ comfort and wellness. Situated near I-65, Maury Regional Hospital, and other local amenities, the community guarantees accessibility and convenience. This nursing home is dedicated to helping older adults thrive in retirement, making it a good option for senior living in Tennessee.

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Alta Heights Post Acute

813 South Dickerson Road, Goodlettsville, TN 37072
Overview of Alta Heights Post Acute

Alta Heights Post Acute provides nursing home and skilled nursing care in Goodlettsville, TN, along with hospice, memory, palliative, and respite care. Nursing home and skilled nursing services include round the clock nursing support. Memory care is provided in a secured setting with supervision for residents at risk of wandering.

Hospice and palliative care focus on comfort during serious illness or end of life needs. Respite care offers a short stay when a resident’s usual caregiver needs time away. The community has 90 beds, and total nurse staffing is 3 hours and 45 minutes per resident each day, representing the daily nursing time allocated to each resident.

Short term rehabilitation and rehabilitation services are available, with an expansive rehabilitation gym where residents can receive therapy within the community during recovery. Spacious courtyards and common areas offer shared indoor and outdoor spaces. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families those payment routes for care.

Alta Heights Post Acute may be a good fit for someone who needs short term respite or rehabilitation, or whose care needs include ongoing nursing, memory, hospice, or palliative support. A Walk Score of 59 means the area is somewhat walkable, with some errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives may be able to complete certain errands independently. Benjamin Anderson serves as administrator, and Goodlettsville SNF Healthcare operates the community.

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Overview of Allenbrooke Nursing & Rehab Center

Providing a wide range of long-term care and rehabilitation services, Allenbrooke Nursing & Rehab Center is a nursing home in Memphis, Tennessee. Through personalized care plans, the community strives to meet older adults’ needs and preferences. A care team is also available around the clock, while physical, occupational, and speech therapies are provided six times a week. The community also utilizes Accelerated Care Plus to ensure residents’ recovery.

Licensed beautician services are also provided for residents’ needs beyond healthcare. The community also features an in-room television with cable for residents’ leisure. Surrounded by grocery stores, restaurants, and other local amenities in Memphis, the community has easy access to necessities and recreation. This nursing home is a good option for senior living in Tennessee, especially with its state-of-the-art amenities.

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Overview of Quince Nursing and Rehabilitation Center

Quince Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is a nursing home in Memphis, TN, providing ongoing nursing care and help with daily needs in a residential setting. With 188 beds, it is a larger community, with more residents and staff, and usually more programming. Families can use Medicare, Medicaid, or private pay for nursing home care.

Total nurse staffing is 3h 24m per resident per day. That figure represents the nursing time allocated to each resident across a day. Felix Strickland serves as administrator, and Quince Nursing and Rehabilitation operates the community.

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Overview of The Preserve at Fairfield Glade

The Preserve at Fairfield Glade offers independent living, assisted living, nursing home care, and skilled nursing in Fairfield Glade, TN. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident keeps a private living space. Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock, and the combination of care levels can allow a resident’s care to change without leaving the community.

The community has 99 beds. Respite care provides a short stay for a resident while a regular caregiver travels or recovers, and short-term rehabilitation services support a resident during recovery. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted.

A restaurant-style dining room provides a dedicated setting for meals, while the salon offers an on-site place for personal grooming. Walking trails and a wellness center give residents places for outdoor walks and wellness activities, and scheduled local transportation supports planned trips within the area. The community is operated by Fairfield Glade of Tennessee and administered by Barry Cotton.

Total nurse staffing is 4 hours per resident per day, representing the daily hands-on nursing time allocated to each resident. The Preserve at Fairfield Glade may be a good fit for someone whose care needs could grow over time or for a family seeking a short-term respite or rehabilitation stay.

Contact The Preserve at Fairfield Glade

Overview of Mission Convalescent Home

Mission Convalescent Home has provided nursing home care, skilled nursing, and rehabilitation in Jackson, Tennessee, since opening in 1964. Its 44-bed capacity offers a smaller residential setting for individuals needing daily medical attention or functional recovery. Clinical care includes restorative programs, intravenous treatment, enteral management, podiatry, psychiatric care, and social work assistance.

Staffing data reflects an average of 2 hours and 17 minutes of daily nurse coverage per resident. Under administrator Duane Cherry and operator of Old Folks Mission Center, daily life includes home-cooked meals with snacks, individualized dietary planning, an on-site salon, and weekly chapel services. Recreational activities range from games and musical events to holiday celebrations and local outings.

Interested families can connect with Mission Convalescent Home to discuss bed availability, arrange a tour, or explore accepted payment avenues like Medicare, Medicaid, and private funds.

Contact Mission Convalescent Home

Overview of Life Care Center of Athens

Life Care Center of Athens is a nursing home and skilled nursing community in Athens, TN. Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while the nursing home setting supports residents who need ongoing care and daily assistance. Rehabilitation services include inpatient and outpatient care. A resident can receive therapy while staying at the community or attend treatment without an inpatient stay.

The home has 128 beds. Total nurse staffing is 3h 26m per resident each day, representing the daily nurse staffing time assigned to each resident. A beauty salon and barber shop let residents arrange grooming on site, and available transportation can support trips arranged through the community. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted. Joshua Malone serves as administrator, and Life Care Centers of America operates the community.

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Overview of Dyersburg Health and Rehabilitation Center

Dyersburg Health and Rehabilitation provides one of Tennessee’s most trusted nursing homes. Specializing in outpatient therapy, skilled nursing, and rehabilitative care, the health center consists of professional staff committed to providing seniors with a safe and comfortable environment. With its professional approach to quality post-acute nursing, Dyersburg Health and Rehab aims to change the meaning of skilled nursing for seniors through the exceptional care of compassionate staff.
They provide state-of-the-art features that cater to short-term or long-term care nursing home residents; they are also guaranteed to feel comfortable and know that they belong in a home that offers 24-hour care with specialized programs such as therapies and memory care services in a resort-like community.

Contact Dyersburg Health and Rehabilitation Center

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. Rank badges compare each home against other nursing homes in the same state — never against assisted living, memory care, or independent living communities.

  • 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
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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
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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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Nursing Homes in Tennessee at a glance

Avg Overall CMS Rating: 2.8/ 5The average Overall CMS Rating for all CMS-certified nursing homes in Tennessee. 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: 2.4/ 5The average Staffing Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Tennessee. 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 Tennessee. 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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Frequently Asked Questions about Nursing Homes in Tennessee

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 203 nursing homes in Tennessee. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right nursing home 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 nursing homes 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.