Knowles Assisted Living

Q: What neighborhood is Knowles Assisted Living in?

Knowles Assisted Living is in the Bordeaux Hills neighborhood of Nashville.

Q: Who is the owner of Knowles Assisted Living?

The legal owner and operator of Knowles Assisted Living is The Metropolitan Government of Nashville.

Q: Is Knowles Assisted Living in a walkable area?

Knowles Assisted Living has a walk score of 4. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

Q: What is the license number of Knowles Assisted Living?

According to TN state health department records, Knowles Assisted Living's license number is 00000079.

Q: When does Knowles Assisted Living's license expire?

According to TN state health department records, Knowles Assisted Living's license expires on May 24, 2026.

Q: Who is the administrator of Knowles Assisted Living?

Deborah Neal is the administrator of Knowles Assisted Living.

Q: How many beds does Knowles Assisted Living have?

Knowles Assisted Living has 100 beds.

Overview of Knowles Assisted Living

Since 1992, Knowles Assisted Living has operated as a 100-bed long-term assisted living community in Nashville’s Bordeaux Hills. The publicly owned facility, run by The Metropolitan Government of Nashville under administrator Deborah Neal, serves residents requiring daily assistance with a model oriented toward extended, stable placement rather than temporary or rehabilitation stays. Current residents number 69, with an average tenure of more than seven years.

Residents access licensed nursing and physician care on-site, alongside prescription services, health education, and laboratory capabilities. Staff include registered nurses and certified aides. In 2024, the community admitted 12 new residents; 17 left during the year, with the majority (12) discharged to hospital settings and a smaller number (5) to private homes. This discharge pattern reflects the acuity and medical complexity of the long-term resident population.

The community’s demographic profile is notably diverse: 59.4% of residents identify as Black, 39.1% as White, with gender split nearly even. Median resident age clusters in the 65–74 range. The facility provides private and semi-private rooms, with daily housekeeping, nutritious meals tailored to individual dietary needs, and an attractive dining venue. Outdoor courtyards and activity areas anchor community life; pastoral care and psychological counseling round out support. Weekly recreational and spiritual programs engage residents.

Located in Bordeaux Hills, the facility sits 4.0 miles from downtown Nashville and 2.55 miles from Nashville General Hospital; accessible by car, though the neighborhood itself scores low on walkability (Walk Score 4).

Knowles Assisted Living suits individuals and families looking for long-term assisted living with stable nursing support and community connection in the Nashville area.

(615) 840-6000

100-bed community

A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.

33 years in operation

A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.

Walk Score: 4 / 100

Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)

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About this community

Facility TypeAssisted Care Living Facility

StatusLicensed

ExpirationMay 24, 2026

CountyDavidson

License Number00000079

Knowles Assisted Living is legally operated by The Metropolitan Government of Nashville, and administrated by Deborah Neal.

Staffing

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

ContactMr. Kendall Brune, CEO

Rehabilitation Services

Licensed Nurses/CNAs

Private Or Semi-Private Rooms

Housekeeping

Nutritious Meals

Entertaining Activities

Psychological Counseling

Pastoral Care

Attractive Dining Area

Outdoor Courtyards

Tv And Activity Areas

Community Outings

ActivitiesEntertaining and stimulating activities are planned weekly.

Specific ProgramsProfessional nursing care, physician care and prescription delivery, health education, laboratory services, recreational and spiritual activities.

Religious ServicesPastoral care

Food DescriptionNutritious meals and snacks which can be customized to meet individual dietary restrictions.

Since 2016 · 10 years of data 14 citations 6 inspections

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 2016 vs. Tennessee state average

Overall vs. TN average

Latest Inspection December 6, 2022 Enforcement

Citations Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.	This Facility	TN Average	vs. TN Avg
Total citations Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.	14	4	This facility has 250% more total citations than a typical Tennessee assisted living residence (14 vs. TN avg 4).↑ 250% worse
Citations per year Average citations per year since 2016.	1.4	0.4	This facility has 250% more citations per year than a typical Tennessee assisted living residence (1.4 vs. TN avg 0.4).↑ 250% worse
Citations per inspection Average citations per inspection.	2.3	2	This facility has 15% more citations per inspection than a typical Tennessee assisted living residence (2.3 vs. TN avg 2).↑ 15% worse

Inspections State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.	This Facility	TN Average	vs. TN Avg
Total inspections Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.	6	2	This facility has 200% more total inspections than a typical Tennessee assisted living residence (6 vs. TN avg 2).↑ 200% worse

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Residents information

Stay stats

2550 days

Discharges

To hospital 12
To Private Residence or Home 5

Demographics

GENDER

Female Residents 50.7%
Male Residents 49.3%

AGE DISTRIBUTION

Under 60 8.7%
60-64 7.2%
65-69 21.7%
70-74 23.2%
75-79 15.9%
80-84 11.6%
85-89 5.8%
90 or more 5.8%

ETHNICITY

Black Residents 59.4%
White Residents 39.1%
Total Other Race Residents 1.4%

Managed by Deborah Neal

Administrator

Deborah Neal serves as the Administrator at Knowles Assisted Living, overseeing the community's commitment to affordable and individualized care. She ensures that care is provided under the direct supervision of a registered nurse and in collaboration with the client’s care team, including physicians, social workers, and dieticians, to support residents' social, nutritional, and daily living needs.

4.0 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Nashville's city center to Knowles Assisted Living's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 2.55 miles to nearest hospital (Nashville General Hospital)

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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).

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

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).

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.

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

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.

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.

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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What neighborhood is Knowles Assisted Living in?

Knowles Assisted Living is in the Bordeaux Hills neighborhood of Nashville.

Who is the owner of Knowles Assisted Living?

The legal owner and operator of Knowles Assisted Living is The Metropolitan Government of Nashville.

Is Knowles Assisted Living in a walkable area?

Knowles Assisted Living has a walk score of 4. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

What is the license number of Knowles Assisted Living?

According to TN state health department records, Knowles Assisted Living's license number is 00000079.

When does Knowles Assisted Living's license expire?

According to TN state health department records, Knowles Assisted Living's license expires on May 24, 2026.

Who is the administrator of Knowles Assisted Living?

Deborah Neal is the administrator of Knowles Assisted Living.

How many beds does Knowles Assisted Living have?

Knowles Assisted Living has 100 beds.

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