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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 4 hours and 1 minute 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.

The Waters of Shelbyville is a trusted nursing home in Shelbyville, TN, offering a wide range of care options, including long-term care, memory care, hospice care, respite care, skilled nursing, and rehabilitation. Featuring newly-renovated amenities and spacious, private rooms in a clean and home-like setting, the community strives to keep older adults comfortable and safe. Nutritional services, pain management, and 24-hour care are among the excellent services dedicated to residents’ welfare. The community also provides individualized care plans tailored to residents’ needs and habits.

Light physical activities, social events, and various recreational programs provide residents with more opportunities to explore new interests and gain meaningful experiences. Cozy communal areas and state-of-the-art rehabilitation equipment are also available for residents’ relaxation and wellness. Shops, churches, and other local amenities also surround the area, providing residents with easy access to their necessities and leisure. This nursing home ensures older adults can thrive in retirement, making it a great choice for senior living in Tennessee.

Nhc HealthCare, Pulaski provides nursing home, skilled nursing, home care, and hospice care in Pulaski, TN. Nursing home and skilled nursing services include licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while home care supports care in a person’s residence and hospice care focuses on comfort for someone with a life limiting illness.

Short term rehabilitation and therapy services give residents clinical support during recovery. The community has 102 beds, with total nurse staffing of 3 hours and 45 minutes per resident each day, representing the daily nursing staff time assigned to each resident.

Douglas Wong serves as the administrator. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, so families can use any of those listed payment methods toward care.

An on site beauty and barber shop lets residents receive grooming services without arranging transportation, while dietitian and chef approved meals are tailored to nutritional needs. NHC HomeCare and Caris Hospice are named programs for the community’s home care and hospice services, and the combination of short term rehabilitation and skilled nursing may be a good fit for someone who needs clinical support while recovering.

Overview of Nhc HealthCare, Smithville

Nhc HealthCare, Smithville is a nursing home in Smithville, TN, providing skilled nursing care. Skilled nursing means licensed nursing care is available on site around the clock, while short-term rehabilitation supports a temporary recovery stay. Respite care provides a short stay when a family caregiver needs time to travel or recover.

The home has 114 beds, with total nurse staffing of 3h 49m per resident each day. That figure represents the daily nursing time allocated to resident care. Medicare, Medicaid and private pay are accepted: Medicare applies to short-term skilled care rather than long-term residence, Medicaid may help when savings do not cover a long stay, and private pay means paying directly for care.

An on-site beauty and barber shop allows residents to receive grooming services within the community. Dietitian and chef-approved meals are tailored to nutritional needs, and Caris Hospice is a named program at the home. Nhc HealthCare, Smithville may be a good fit for someone who needs around-the-clock nursing support, a temporary rehabilitation stay or respite care, and Ryan Vaden serves as the administrator.

Overview of Dyersburg Health and Rehabilitation Center

Dyersburg Health and Rehabilitation Center offers nursing home, hospice care, memory care, palliative care, respite care, and skilled nursing in Dyersburg, TN. Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while nursing home care supports residents who need ongoing residential care. Hospice care addresses end-of-life needs, and palliative care focuses on comfort and symptom management during serious illness.

Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Respite care offers a short stay for a family caregiver who needs to travel or recover, and short-term rehabilitation centers care around recovery and therapy. The range of care options suits a resident whose needs change over time or a family seeking temporary support.

The home has 123 beds. Total nurse staffing is 3 hours and 8 minutes per resident each day, representing the daily amount of total nurse staffing allocated per resident. Outpatient therapy and rehabilitation services allow residents to receive therapy at the center, while scheduled transportation provides a planned way to travel beyond the community.

A courtyard and community garden provide outdoor spaces, and the barber and beauty salon offers on-site grooming services. The area is car-dependent, meaning most errands require a car or a ride, which matters for a resident who no longer drives. Blaine Miller serves as administrator, and the community is operated by The Bay at Dyersburg Health and Rehabili.

Overview of Nashville Center for Rehabilitation Center and Healing

Roger Peden directs operations at Nashville Center for Rehabilitation and Healing, a 142-bed facility providing skilled nursing, long-term nursing home care, and specialized memory support in Nashville, Tennessee. Clinical offerings also cover palliative care, hospice support, and temporary respite stays. Accommodations include both private suites and shared living spaces.

Staffing records reflect an average direct nurse allocation of 3 hours and 9 minutes per resident each day. Situated in the Edgehill neighborhood, the location holds a walk score of 79, placing local shops and basic services within pedestrian reach. The facility accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private payment arrangements.

Medical resources include a physical rehabilitation gym, specialized programs for orthopedic recovery and amputee care, and dedicated dialysis treatments. Daily life is supported by an onsite salon, dietitian-reviewed meal planning, and options for either in-room or communal restaurant-style dining.

Families looking for comprehensive clinical rehabilitation or specialized memory support can connect with Nashville Center for Rehabilitation and Healing to arrange an onsite walkthrough.

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 30m 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.

Overview of Magnolia Creek Nursing and Rehabilitation

Magnolia Creek Nursing and Rehabilitation provides nursing home, memory care, and skilled nursing services in Covington, TN. Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for a resident at risk of wandering. Together, these care types make Magnolia Creek a good fit for a resident whose needs can change over time and who could remain in the same community as those needs develop.

The community has 156 beds, placing it among larger communities with more residents and staff than a smaller home. Rehabilitation services support residents working to regain or maintain function during care. Total nurse staffing is 3 hours and 14 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily hands on nursing time allocated to each resident.

Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families several listed ways to cover care. A Walk Score of 68 means the area is somewhat walkable, with some errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives may be able to reach some nearby destinations independently. Deniece Caldwell serves as administrator, and Covington TN Opco operates the community.

Overview of The McKendree Post Acute and Rehabilitation

The McKendree Post Acute and Rehabilitation offers nursing home, assisted living, memory care, respite care, and skilled nursing in Hermitage, TN. Assisted living includes help with dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident keeps a personal living space. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

Care needs can change over time. Nursing home and skilled nursing services provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while respite care offers a short stay for a family caregiver who needs to travel or recover. The range of care levels may suit a resident whose needs change over time.

The community has 180 beds, so it accommodates more residents, staff, and usually more programming than a smaller home. Its 96% occupancy rate means most beds are filled. Total nurse staffing is 3h 10m per resident per day, representing that amount of daily nursing time for each resident.

Starting prices are $3,750 monthly for assisted living and $5,065 monthly for memory care. The memory care rate reflects the secured setting and staffing ratios required for that level of supervision. Payment options are Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.

Britney Nash serves as administrator, and McKendree SNF Operations operates the community. A salon and spa provides personal grooming services without requiring residents to leave the community. Rehabilitation services and the Short-Term Rehab program support residents receiving therapy during recovery.

The Programs & Activities Calendar, Wellness Programs & Amenities, and Public Events provide scheduled activities and events. Assisted living, memory care, nursing home, skilled nursing, and respite care may make this a fit for someone who needs support now and may require a different level of care later, or for a family caregiver needing a short-term stay.

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$3,750/Month Pricing updated on March 20th, 2026

Viva Senior Living at Franklin offers assisted living, independent living, memory care, and respite care in Winchester, TN. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks, while independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care. Memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Respite care is available for short stays, which can give a family caregiver time to travel or recover.

Several care levels are available here. If a resident’s needs grow, they may be able to move to a different level without leaving the community. The community has 46 beds, creating a smaller setting for someone who prefers fewer residents. Housing includes studios, one-bedroom residences, and two-bedroom residences, with the two-bedroom option able to suit a couple moving together or a resident who wants a companion.

Monthly pricing ranges from $4,000 to $5,500, giving families a planning range for residence costs. A salon and spa support grooming within the community, and transportation and rehabilitation services are available to residents who need them. Daily exercise, bingo, crafts, movie nights, monthly family events, and weekly church services provide scheduled activities to join. This may be a good fit for someone who wants a smaller community with multiple care options, or for a couple or companion pair seeking a two-bedroom residence. Kim Gulley serves as the administrator, and Winchester AL OpCo operates the community.

Price range $4,000 - $5,500/Month Pricing updated on March 13th, 2026