Barton House
Memory Care & Respite Care · Nashville, TN
Barton House
Memory Care & Respite Care · Nashville, TN
Barton House is a specialized memory care community in Nashville, Tennessee, that provides care for adults living with Alzheimer’s disease, dementia, and related cognitive conditions. The community has operated for more than 25 years under GoodWorks Unlimited, LLC, a family-owned Tennessee organization. With a 38-bed capacity, it is recognized as one of the earliest purpose-built dementia care communities in the Nashville area.
Featuring a single-level floor plan, the community is equipped with secure outdoor walking paths, landscaped gardens, and thoughtfully arranged shared spaces. Furthermore, care services include medication management and on-site psychiatric consultations, supported by 24-hour supervision. Partnerships for physical, occupational, and speech therapy are also available through EmpowerMe Wellness. The community’s “Through Their Eyes” philosophy also emphasizes person-centered care built around empathy, understanding, and responding from the resident’s perspective rather than relying on rigid institutional routines.
The community operates under oversight from the Tennessee Department of Health, Division of Health Care Facilities, with the most recent state inspection in June 2022. However, detailed findings from that report were not available. No publicly indexed enforcement actions or fines were identified in the accessible records reviewed for this profile.
Barton House is well-suited for families seeking a smaller, purpose-built dementia care community with a strong emphasis on relationship-based support, specialized staff training, and faith-informed programming.
38-bed community Rank #395 / 426Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 395th out of 426 homes in Tennessee. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Tennessee facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Rankings are based only on facilities in Tennessee that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
25 years in operation Rank #245 / 385Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 245th out of 385 homes in Tennessee. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Tennessee facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Rankings are based only on facilities in Tennessee that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score: 16 / 100 Rank #410 / 553Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 410th out of 553 homes in Tennessee. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Tennessee facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Rankings are based only on facilities in Tennessee that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
About this community
Facility TypeAssisted Care Living Facility
IssuanceOctober 3, 2000
ExpirationJune 9, 2026 Expired
License Number00000175
Barton House is administered by Melanie Wallace.
Owner NameBarton House
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Nursing Services
24-Hour Staffing
Beautifully Landscaped Gardens & Walking Pathways
Thoughtfully Designed Common Areas Based On Memory Care Best Practices
Cafes
Markets
& Restaurant-Style Dining
Daily Social Activities Led By Our Skilled Team
Volunteer Opportunities
Specific ProgramsGallery & Floorplans
Religious Services
Volunteer Program
Touring HoursMonday-Sunday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Inspection History
In Tennessee, the Department of Health, Division of Health Care Facilities performs unannounced inspections and investigations to ensure facilities provide high-quality resident care.
Since 2023 · 3 years of data
0 citations
Inspection Scorecard
This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Tennessee state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.
Since 2023 vs. Tennessee state average
Overall vs. TN average
0 Worse
No metrics in this bucket.
1 Better
Metrics better than Tennessee average:
• Total citations (100% below)
• Total citations (100% below)
Latest Inspection
June 13, 2022
Citations
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Total citations
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 0 | 4 | This facility has 100% fewer total citations than a typical Tennessee assisted living residence (0 vs. TN avg 4).↓ 100% better |
Places of interest near Barton House
6961 U.s. Highway 70 South, Nashville, TN 37221
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barton House
Is Barton House in a walkable area?
Barton House has a walk score of 16. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
What is the license number of Barton House?
According to TN state health department records, Barton House's license number is 00000175.
When does Barton House's license expire?
According to TN state health department records, Barton House's license expires on June 9, 2026.
Who is the administrator of Barton House?
Melanie Wallace is the administrator of Barton House.
How many beds does Barton House have?
Barton House has 38 beds.
Are there photos of Barton House?
Yes — there are 6 photos of Barton House in the photo gallery on this page.
What is the address of Barton House?
Barton House is located at 6961 U.s. Highway 70 South, Nashville, TN 37221.
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