Page 45 of Best Senior Care in Tennessee

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Overview of Nhc Healthcare Murfreesboro

Nhc Healthcare Murfreesboro is a single-story nursing home on North University Street in central Murfreesboro, in a moderately walkable area. The 181-bed facility focuses on short-term rehabilitation and ongoing nursing care, particularly therapy-focused recovery. Families often choose NHC for managing post-hospitalization rehab, orthopedic recovery, or neurological conditions.

The facility’s services include physical, occupational, and speech therapy, as well as a specialized LSVT program for residents with Parkinson’s disease. This breadth of programming shows its full commitment to hands-on recovery work rather than maintenance care alone.

Daily nurse staffing comprises registered nurses averaging 46 minutes per resident, nurse aides providing 2 hours and 29 minutes of direct care, and LPNs and LVNs contributing 35 minutes. This layered staffing structure is to provide consistent and attentive daily care.

Meals are prepared under the oversight of a dietitian and a chef to meet each resident’s specific nutritional needs. Residents have access to in-house services, such as barbering, housekeeping, and laundry, as well as optional home care support for those with complex needs. Families can pay through Medicare and Medicaid, which broadens options for families considering admission.

Visitors walking around the neighborhood can expect a moderately walkable setting. Some errands and nearby services are within walking distance, but most trips require a vehicle.

The facility is best suited for residents who are recovering or need ongoing skilled nursing care, with therapy services and 24-hour staffing for seniors undergoing rehabilitation.

Contact NHC Healthcare Murfreesboro

The Willows of Jackson

447 Cheyenne Dr, Jackson, TN 38305
Overview of The Willows of Jackson

Make every moment of your golden years memorable with The Willows of Jackson located in the serene neighborhood of Cheyenne Drive, Jackson, TN, that offers assisted living. Alongside upscale and sophisticated accommodations, top-tier care and support are provided for residents to live comfortably. With a high resident-to-caregiver ratio, the community strives to promote a cozy and nurturing environment that prioritizes residents’ safety and wellness.

A jam-packed calendar of fun activities and engaging programs is also conducted for residents to interact with their surroundings and gain meaningful experiences. Healthy meals are also important for residents’ well-being, so delightful and nutritious meals are served to meet their dietary needs and preferences. The community strives to accommodate up to 16 residents to ensure they receive the utmost attention and care they deserve.

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Overview of Oasis Assisted Living

Oasis Assisted Living in Limestone, TN offers assisted living and memory care. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks, while memory care provides specialized support in a secured setting, with supervision for residents who may be at risk of wandering.

The two care types may suit a resident whose needs grow over time and who may be able to move between care levels without leaving the community. Oasis Assisted Living has 90 beds and is operated by Oasisassistliving.

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Overview of Christian Towers of Gallatin

Christian Towers of Gallatin, Inc. is an affordable 62+ independent living community in Gallatin, TN, that features specially designed apartments. Promoting a warm and inviting environment, the community ensures older adults can find a home away from home. A maintenance-free lifestyle is also guaranteed with on-site laundry, 24-hour services, and a fully equipped kitchen. The community also strives to maintain affordability while maintaining quality through income-based rents and paid utilities.

Social events and recreational opportunities provide residents with more opportunities to learn and make friends. Cozy rooms and spacious gathering areas are also available, so residents can rest and socialize. Surrounded by restaurants, shops, a bank, and other local amenities in Gallatin, the community guarantees accessibility and convenience. As one of the finest options for senior living in Tennessee, this independent living community ensures older adults can live independently in retirement.

Contact Christian Towers of Gallatin, Inc.

Overview of Life Care Center of Tullahoma

In Tullahoma’s Flowertown neighborhood, Life Care Center of Tullahoma runs a nursing home and skilled nursing care. Licensed nursing works on-site at every hour of every day. Insulin, pain control, and an antibiotic due in the wee hours of the morning are all things that run on schedule that the usual day shift doesn’t cover.

Mediocre, Medicaid, and private pay all work here. Private money is what covers the space neither program reaches, which is the part families plan for last.

Rooms here come private or shared. Someone who has slept alone for thirty years wants the first, while someone who would rather hear another person breathing at night wants the second.

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Overview of Patriot Health and Rehabilitation Center

Situated in Paris, Tennessee, Patriot Health and Rehabilitation Center is a 127-bed skilled nursing home. It is in the Chickasaw Heights neighborhood, about 2 miles from the city center. Wendy Melton owns the home. It’s operating near capacity with an occupancy rate of around 82%.

Care services include long-term nursing care, short-term skilled rehabilitation, wound care, hospice, palliative care, and respite stays. A dedicated memory care program is also available, which supports families seeking post-acute recovery or ongoing daily care within one setting.

The community accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, giving families several ways to cover care. Private pay is the most common option for new residents. These stays usually last between 2 and 3 months. Medicaid residents often remain considerably longer, with stays commonly lasting around 5 years. Residents stay an average of about 132 days, which is a mix of both shorter rehabilitation admissions and longer-term care.

Total nursing care averages 3 hours and 19 minutes per resident daily. Licensed practical nurses provide about 1 hour and 17 minutes of daily care. Nurse aides contribute approximately 2 hours and 13 minutes per resident. Registered nurses provide closer to 30 minutes each day. This staffing structure provides steady, hands-on nursing support under registered nurse oversight.

Residents have access to a community garden, courtyard, and library. Daily activities include art workshops, planned social programs, and visits from therapy animals. Housekeeping and on-site medical services also support residents daily. Available rehabilitation services strengthen the home’s role in short-term recovery.

Private rooms are available for residents paying privately. The single-story building keeps all rooms, care areas, and amenities on one level. Patriot has a Walk Score of 35, which is in a quieter part of Paris. A few nearby errands may be walkable, but most trips require driving. Families visiting from outside the area may want to plan on using a car.

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Overview of New Hope Senior Living of Hendersonville

Designed with comfort in mind, New Hope Senior Living in Hendersonville offers a warm and welcoming environment for seniors seeking an independent or assisted living lifestyle. New Hope prides itself on offering a smaller, close-knit community feel, along with residents’ personalized care plans for those needing a helping hand with daily tasks. New Hope fosters a relaxing community with engaging activities and social events.

Whether it’s relaxing amidst 18 acres of scenic land or enjoying chef-prepared meals in the on-site dining room, residents are encouraged to maintain an active and fulfilling lifestyle. Every day at New Hope Senior Living is one filled with laughter, support and new memories.

Starting Price $8,000/Month

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VIVA Senior Living at Lincoln

115 Medical Center Blvd, Fayetteville, TN 37334
Overview of Viva Senior Living at Lincoln

Viva Senior Living at Lincoln offers assisted living, independent living, memory care, and respite care in Fayetteville, TN. Assisted living includes help with bathing, dressing, and medication while the resident keeps a private living space. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care.

Memory care is offered in a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Respite care provides a short stay when a family’s usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. These options cover both ongoing support and temporary care needs.

The community has 49 beds, creating a smaller setting where staff and residents can get to know one another. Housing includes studios, one bedroom apartments, and two bedroom apartments, with both private and companion arrangements. Having several care levels can support a resident whose needs grow over time without requiring a move to another community.

Starting prices are $4,000 per month for a private studio, $2,500 per month for a companion studio, $5,000 per month for a private one bedroom, and $3 per month for a companion one bedroom. The private and companion rates reflect whether the space is intended for one resident or shared occupancy.

Residents have access to a salon and spa, rehabilitation services, transportation, and monthly family events. The community also has a respite and short term care program. It gives families a short stay option when a primary caregiver needs temporary support.

Starting Price $2,500/Month

Contact VIVA Senior Living at Lincoln

Regency Senior Living

6711 Mountain View Rd #205, Collegedale, TN 37363
Overview of Regency Senior Living

Create meaningful moments in retirement at Regency Senior Living, a blissful community in Ooltewah, TN, offering independent living, assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing rehabilitation, and respite care. Residents receive the highest quality of care tailored to their unique needs from a kind and highly trained team available around the clock. Housekeeping, laundry, and other chores are taken care of, ensuring residents have more time to do the things they love.

Residents are encouraged to live actively and make new friends with a carefully planned calendar of engaging activities and enriching programs. Delicious and healthy meals are also served to satisfy residents’ dietary needs and preferences. With several locations across the country, the community ensures older adults find the place that best matches their needs and preferences.

Contact Regency Senior Living

Overview of Park Place of West Knoxville

Park Place of West Knoxville offers independent living and respite care in Knoxville, TN. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while respite care offers a short stay, so Park Place of West Knoxville may be a good fit for someone who wants independent living or needs temporary support while a usual caregiver travels or recovers.

Housing includes studios, one-bedroom apartments, and two-bedroom apartments. A studio provides a single private space, while a two-bedroom option can suit a couple moving together or someone who wants a companion. In the Bearden neighborhood, the area has a Walk Score of 49 and is car-dependent, so a resident who does not drive would need a car or a ride for most errands. Pets are allowed, so residents may bring a pet.

Contact Park Place of West Knoxville

Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
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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
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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
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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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Senior Care in Tennessee at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 32/ 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: 77The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Tennessee. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90
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