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Assisted Living in Chattanooga

Morning Pointe of Chattanooga at Shallowford

Assisted Living in Chattanooga

Morning Pointe of Chattanooga at Shallowford

Overview of Morning Pointe of Chattanooga at Shallowford

Morning Pointe of Chattanooga at Shallowford is the city’s premiere assisted living home. Management and staff strive to create a sense of community and belonging where everyone is welcome and included, and the facility maintains top-notch quality. When it comes to setting the standard for quality care and going above and beyond to meet the needs of seniors, it offers compassionate and kind care for its seniors.

Life is focused on an active and fulfilled holistic wellness. Seniors are offered an array of services such as restaurant-style dining, walking paths, and private assisted living or independent living apartments designed to meet the needs of every resident.

(423) 296-0097

Capacity and availability

Smaller home

May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Total beds 90

This home usually has availability

Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.

Lower demand than the Tennessee average
Occupancy rate 81.1%
Occupancy rate
81.1%

Finances and operations

Home revenue
$5.4M
Surplus of revenue
$1.0M
Home revenue
$5.4M
Surplus of revenue
$1.0M
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$1.8M
33.7% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$2.6M
Total costs $4.4M
Bed community size
90-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Years in operation
19 years in operation
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 5 / 100
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
81%
13% higher than Tennessee average

Tennessee average: 72%

Occupied beds
73 / 90
Average residents 82 per day

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Care Living Facility
StatusLicensed
IssuanceNovember 20, 2014
ExpirationNovember 20, 2026
CountyHamilton

Additional Licensing Details

License Number00000400

Ownership & Operating Entity

Morning Pointe of Chattanooga at Shallowford is legally operated by Ashwood Medical Investors LLC, and administrated by Terri Michelle Baker.

Safety & Compliance

Wheelchair Accessible
Emergency SystemsYes

Staffing

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

Leadership

ContactCody Harvey, Executive Director

Therapy & Rehabilitation

2 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Nursing Services
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Policies & Features

HousekeepingYes
Linen ServiceYes

Amenities & Lifestyle

13 amenities
Licensed Nurses
24-Hour Access To Personalized Care Services
Periodic Check-Ins
Personal Grooming Assistance
Escorting To Meals And Events
Incontinence Management
Single-Level Living
Walking Trails
Restaurant-Style Dining
Transportation Services
Beauty/Barbershop
Mobile Diagnostic Services
24-Hour Emergency Response System
ActivitiesRegularly planned activities and specialized programming.
Specific ProgramsAssisted Living, Memory Care, Respite Care, Life Enrichment Activities, Caregiver Support Groups.

Dining & Nutrition

Food DescriptionMorning Pointe offers culinary team-prepared meals with an emphasis on fresh, seasonal, and local ingredients.
Special DietsAccommodations for no-salt-added and reduced-concentrated-sweets diets.

What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed

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Room Sizes: 262 - 633 sq. ft

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Housing Options: Studio / Alcove / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: Single-story

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Transportation Services

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Fitness and Recreation

Types of Care at Morning Pointe of Chattanooga at Shallowford

Assisted Living

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Residents information

Stay stats

Average length of stay
450 days
Total residents
125
Total admissions (2024)
47
Total discharges (2024)
56

Discharges

  • To hospital 5
  • To Private Residence or Home 6

Demographics

GENDER

  • Female Residents 64%
  • Male Residents 36%

AGE DISTRIBUTION

  • 65-69 2.4%
  • 70-74 0.8%
  • 75-79 8.8%
  • 80-84 16.8%
  • 85-89 30.4%
  • 90 or more 40.8%

ETHNICITY

  • Black Residents 2.4%
  • White Residents 97.6%

Compare Assisted Living around Chattanooga The information below is reported by the Tennessee Department of Health, Division of Health Care Facilities.

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Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

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Living Spaces & Floor Plans

Morning Pointe Of Chattanooga At Shallowford 1 Bed
Morning Pointe Of Chattanooga At Shallowford Alcove
Morning Pointe Of Chattanooga At Shallowford Studio
Morning Pointe Of Chattanooga At Shallowford 2 Bed

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CHOICES Program

TN Medicaid CHOICES

Age 65+ or disabled, Tennessee resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.

~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

Managed care model; high rural demand.

Tennessee Options for Community Living

TN Options

Age 60+, Tennessee resident, at risk of nursing home.

~$2,000/month (individual, varies).

$5,000 (individual).

Limited funding; rural/urban balance.

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Tennessee Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled, TN resident, Medicare Part A/B.

~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.

$9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).

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

Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)

Tennessee LIHEAP

Age 60+ prioritized, TN resident, low-income household.

~$3,970/month (individual, 185% FPL).

Not assessed; income-focused.

Covers gas, electric, propane; emergency aid available.

Family Caregiver Support Program (FCSP)

Tennessee Family Caregiver Support Program

Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; TN resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).

No strict cap; prioritizes low-income (~$24,980/year).

Not assessed; need-based.

Includes grandparent caregivers; high rural demand.

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Tennessee SCSEP

Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, TN resident.

~$1,983/month (125% FPL).

Not specified; income-focused.

Priority for veterans, rural residents; AARP/Goodwill partnership.

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

Tennessee VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, TN resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.

Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.

~$155,356 (net worth limit).

High veteran population; supports rural/urban care needs.

Elderly Nutrition Program

Tennessee Elderly Nutrition Program

Age 60+, TN resident; no income limit but prioritizes low-income.

None; donations encouraged.

Not assessed.

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

Property Tax Relief Program

Tennessee Property Tax Relief Program

Age 65+, TN resident, homeowner/renter (or widow/er 50+, disabled 18+).

~$45,000/year (household, excludes half of Social Security).

Not assessed; income-focused.

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