Ave Maria Home Assisted Living
Assisted Living · Shelby County, TN

Ave Maria Home Assisted Living

Assisted Living · Shelby County, TN
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Ave Maria Home Assisted Living accepts Medicaid and Medicare.

Overview of Ave Maria Home Assisted Living

Ave Maria Home Assisted Living is a senior living community in Memphis, TN. It offers assisted living, Alzheimer’s/memory care, skilled rehabilitation, long-term skilled nursing care, and pastoral care. The facility is committed to providing high-quality, personalized care in a faith-based environment.

(901) 386-3211
Bed community size
101-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Years in operation
26 years in operation
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 43 / 100
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Care Living Facility
StatusLicensed
IssuanceMarch 2, 2000
ExpirationSeptember 1, 2026
License Number00000056

Ownership & Operating Entity

Ave Maria Home Assisted Living is administrated by Caralena Lawrence.

Owner NameAve Maria Home

Payment & Insurance

2 services
Accept Medicaid
Accept Medicare

Therapy & Rehabilitation

2 services
Rehabilitation Services
Short-Term Rehab

Staffing & Medical

1 service
Licensed Nurses/CNAs

Additional Services

3 services
Alzheimers/Memory Care
Long-Term Skilled Nursing Care
Skilled Rehabilitation

Additional Policies & Features

Admission CriteriaAdmission to Ave Maria is based on a waiting list and medical necessity.

Amenities & Lifestyle

3 Meals/Day
Transportation For Shopping And Doctor Appointments
Beauty Shop
Personalized Plan Of Care
Wellness Checks
Family Care Plan Meetings
Specific ProgramsPastoral Care
Religious ServicesYes, pastoral care available.
Volunteer ProgramsYes, volunteer opportunities available.

Dining & Nutrition

Food Description3 meals per day served in private dining rooms.

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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.

Inspection oversight

  • Latest inspection: May 13, 2025

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Tennessee

Ave Maria Home Assisted Living is located in Bartlett, Tennessee.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in 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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Address 0.9 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Bartlett's city center to Ave Maria Home Assisted Living's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Ave Maria Home Assisted Living

Who is the owner of Ave Maria Home Assisted Living?

The legal owner and operator of Ave Maria Home Assisted Living is Ave Maria Home.

Is Ave Maria Home Assisted Living in a walkable area?

Ave Maria Home Assisted Living has a walk score of 43. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the license number of Ave Maria Home Assisted Living?

According to TN state health department records, Ave Maria Home Assisted Living's license number is 00000056.

When does Ave Maria Home Assisted Living's license expire?

According to TN state health department records, Ave Maria Home Assisted Living's license expires on September 1, 2026.

Who is the administrator of Ave Maria Home Assisted Living?

Caralena Lawrence is the administrator of Ave Maria Home Assisted Living.

How many beds does Ave Maria Home Assisted Living have?

Ave Maria Home Assisted Living has 101 beds.

Are there photos of Ave Maria Home Assisted Living?

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