Heritage at Irene Woods
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Collierville, TN

Heritage at Irene Woods

Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Collierville, TN

Overview of Heritage at Irene Woods

Heritage at Irene Woods is a multi-care senior living community located at 4580 Forest Hill Irene Road in Collierville, Tennessee. Operated by Irene Woods Senior Living, L.L.C., with Sam Notowich serving as Executive Director, the property offers integrated independent living, assisted living, and memory care.

The three-story residential building has been in operation for 14 years, and is pet-friendly. The 60-bed facility maintains an average occupancy rate of 92 percent, with residents staying an average length of 796 days. Accommodations are available in studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom layout options. Daily operations incorporate routine housekeeping, property maintenance, localized transportation assistance, and structured fitness and recreation programming.

Sited in an area with a walk score of 14, the neighborhood is car-dependent, meaning visitors and residents rely on vehicles for everyday errands. For clinical convenience, the property sits approximately three miles from Baptist Memorial Hospital-Collierville.

Prospective families and health coordinators can contact the Forest Hill Irene Road administrative team to verify current monthly rates, evaluate floor plans, and coordinate a private tour.

Capacity and availability

Residents per day
55
Bed community size
60-bed community Rank #289 / 425Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 289th out of 425 homes we track in Tennessee for bed count. 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.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Tennessee that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.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.
Years in operation
14 years in operation Rank #314 / 386Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 314th out of 386 homes we track in Tennessee for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Tennessee facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Tennessee that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A community with a solid operating history and experience delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 14 / 100 Rank #425 / 520Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 425th out of 520 homes we track in Tennessee for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Tennessee facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Tennessee that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.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.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
92%
Rank #40 / 268Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 40th out of 268 homes we track in Tennessee for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Tennessee average, with its Statewide rank out of 268. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Tennessee that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Higher than the Tennessee average: 71.6%
Occupied beds
55 / 60
Average occupied beds in Tennessee homes 82 beds

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Care Living Facility
IssuanceSeptember 16, 2013
ExpirationSeptember 16, 2026
CountyShelby
License Number00000365

Ownership & Operating Entity

Heritage at Irene Woods is legally operated by Irene Woods Senior Living, L.L.C, and administered by Sam Notowich.

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Residents information

Stay stats

Average length of stay
796 days
Total residents
78
Total admissions (2024)
18
Total discharges (2024)
21

Discharges

  • To hospital 7
  • To Nursing Home 5

Demographics

GENDER

  • Female Residents 75.6%
  • Male Residents 24.4%

AGE DISTRIBUTION

  • 60-64 1.3%
  • 70-74 1.3%
  • 75-79 7.7%
  • 80-84 26.9%
  • 85-89 25.6%
  • 90 or more 37.2%

ETHNICITY

  • Black Residents 2.6%
  • White Residents 97.4%

What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: 3-story

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Transportation Services

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Fitness and Recreation

Places of interest near Heritage at Irene Woods

Address 4.2 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Collierville's city center to Heritage at Irene Woods's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 3.06 miles to nearest hospital (Baptist Memorial Hospital-Collierville)

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Compare Assisted Living around Shelby County

Info below is compiled from the TN Dept. of Health (TDH), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
A named contact for the facility. Hover the name to see their role — Administrator (state administrator of record or facility-provided administrator), Nursing Director, Medical Director, or Staff. The most authoritative available is shown.
Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
Typical or reported average length of stay for residents, when the state publishes this aggregate figure.
Percentage of residents reported as male in state demographics, shown as a whole-number percent.
Percentage of residents reported as female in state demographics, shown as a whole-number percent.
Shelby Gardens of Cordova
AL
MC
NH
RC
Cordova
88
Facility 88
TN AVG 88
Rank #186 / 425
No
29
Facility 29
TN AVG 36
Rank #317 / 520
Studio / 1 Bed---Jordie MontgomeryShelby Gardens LLC
52 days
Facility 52 days
TN AVG 459
Rank #171 / 182
5735.1%64.9%0%3.5%17.5%15.8%14%15.8%33.3%10.5%87.7%1.8%
Heritage at Irene Woods
AL
IL
MC
Collierville (Lakes Of Forest Hill)
60
Facility 60
TN AVG 88
Rank #289 / 425
Yes
14
Facility 14
TN AVG 36
Rank #425 / 520
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
14
Facility 14
TN AVG 27
Rank #314 / 386
91.7%
Facility 91.7%
TN AVG 73.1%
Rank #40 / 268
A+Sam NotowichIrene Woods Senior Living, L.l.c
796 days
Facility 796 days
TN AVG 459
Rank #10 / 182
7824.4%75.6%1.3%0%1.3%7.7%26.9%25.6%37.2%2.6%97.4%-
Opus East Memphis
AL
IL
MC
Memphis (Audubon Park)-Yes
21
Facility 21
TN AVG 36
Rank #373 / 520
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
2
Facility 2
TN AVG 27
Rank #381 / 386
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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Tennessee

Heritage at Irene Woods is located in Collierville, 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)

Frequently Asked Questions about Heritage at Irene Woods

What neighborhood is Heritage at Irene Woods in?

Heritage at Irene Woods is in the Lakes of Forest Hill neighborhood of Collierville.

Who is the owner of Heritage at Irene Woods?

Heritage at Irene Woods is legally operated by Irene Woods Senior Living, L.L.C, and administered by Sam Notowich.

Is Heritage at Irene Woods in a walkable area?

Heritage at Irene Woods has a walk score of 14. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

What is the license number of Heritage at Irene Woods?

According to TN state health department records, Heritage at Irene Woods's license number is 00000365.

When does Heritage at Irene Woods's license expire?

According to TN state health department records, Heritage at Irene Woods's license expires on September 16, 2026.

What is the occupancy rate at Heritage at Irene Woods?

Heritage at Irene Woods's occupancy is 92%.

How long has Heritage at Irene Woods been in business?

Heritage at Irene Woods has been operating for approximately 14 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

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