Ascension Living Alexian PACE
Senior Care, Respite Care & Home Care · Tennessee, TN

Ascension Living Alexian PACE

Senior Care, Respite Care & Home Care · Tennessee, TN

Overview of Ascension Living Alexian Pace

Ascension Living Alexian Pace is a one-of-a-kind community in Chattanooga, TN, offering home health care, adult day care, inpatient, and outpatient care. Older adults can rest their worries with a compassionate and well-trained team helping with their needs wherever they prefer, around the clock. The community provides all-inclusive care, striving to meet older adults’ needs.

Social events and fun recreational programs are conducted in the community’s day center, encouraging older adults to live actively and remain socially engaged. The community also provides physical, occupational, and speech therapy to enhance older adults’ living experiences. For older adults at home, the community delivers prepared meals, while those at the day center enjoy delightful and well-balanced meals. With its wide range of care and dedicated services, older adults make the most of their best years without worries.

(423) 698-0802
Years in operation
27 years in operation Rank #181 / 385Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 181st out of 385 homes in Tennessee for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Tennessee SNFs. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.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
Walk Score: 41 / 100 Rank #216 / 554Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 216th out of 554 homes in Tennessee for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Tennessee SNFs. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

About this community

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Leadership

ContactMs. Sierra Thompson, Marketing Director

Therapy & Rehabilitation

3 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Short-Term Rehab

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Amenities & Lifestyle

Specific ProgramsPACE, Adult Day Services, Live At Home, Ascension at Home, Hospice

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Building Type: Single-story

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Managed by Beth Herring

Executive Director

Beth Herring serves as the Executive Director at Ascension Living Alexian PACE. She has been with the community since 2014, initially as Director of Rehabilitation before becoming Site Director in 2022. Beth brings extensive rehabilitation experience, having worked as a physical therapist and outpatient rehab director prior to her current role.

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Address 2.7 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Chattanooga's city center to Ascension Living Alexian PACE's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Senior Care in Tennessee

Ascension Living Alexian PACE is located in Chattanooga, Tennessee.
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CHOICES Program

TN Medicaid CHOICES

Age 65+ or disabled
General Tennessee resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
TN

Managed care model; high rural demand.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care ($65/day) Home modifications ($1,500 avg.)

Tennessee Options for Community Living

TN Options

Age 60+
General Tennessee resident, at risk of nursing home.
Income Limits ~$2,000/month individual, varies
Asset Limits $5,000 individual
TN

Limited funding; rural/urban balance.

Benefits
In-home care (3-5 hours/week) Respite (up to 10 days/year) Transportation (~5 trips/month)

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Tennessee Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General TN resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
TN

Three tiers; includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

Family Caregiver Support Program (FCSP)

Tennessee Family Caregiver Support Program

Age
General Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; TN resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).
Income Limits (2025) No strict cap; prioritizes low-income ~$24,980/year
Asset Limits Not assessed; need-based.
TN

Includes grandparent caregivers; high rural demand.

Benefits
Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year) Adult day care ($60/day) Training Supplies (~$500/year)

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Tennessee VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General TN resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth limit
TN

High veteran population; supports rural/urban care needs.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

Elderly Nutrition Program

Tennessee Elderly Nutrition Program

Age 60+
General TN resident; no income limit but prioritizes low-income.
Income Limits (2025) None; donations encouraged.
Asset Limits Not assessed.
TN

Serves ~50,000 annually; 200+ congregate sites plus Meals on Wheels.

Benefits
Congregate meals ($5-$7/meal value) at senior centers Home-delivered meals ($5-$7/meal)

Property Tax Relief Program

Tennessee Property Tax Relief Program

Age 65+
General TN resident, homeowner/renter (or widow/er 50+, disabled 18+).
Income Limits (2025) ~$45,000/year household, excludes half of Social Security
Asset Limits Not assessed; income-focused.
TN

Rebates up to $1,000; serves ~100,000 annually.

Benefits
Tax rebates (~$250-$1,000 based on income; e.g., $1,000 if income < $8,000)

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Ascension Living Alexian PACE
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Senior Care

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Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Ascension Living Alexian PACE

What neighborhood is Ascension Living Alexian PACE in?

Ascension Living Alexian PACE is in the Bushtown neighborhood of Chattanooga.

Is Ascension Living Alexian PACE in a walkable area?

Ascension Living Alexian PACE has a walk score of 41. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

Are there photos of Ascension Living Alexian PACE?

Yes — there are 6 photos of Ascension Living Alexian PACE in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Ascension Living Alexian PACE?

Ascension Living Alexian PACE is located at 425 Cumberland St, Chattanooga, TN 37404.

What is the phone number of Ascension Living Alexian PACE?

(423) 698-0802 will put you in contact with the team at Ascension Living Alexian PACE.

Is Ascension Living Alexian PACE Medicare or Medicaid certified?

Ascension Living Alexian PACE is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.

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