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Memory care in Bessie offers 24-hour care and supervision, trained staff, and specialized activities to accommodate the needs of seniors with Alzheimer’s or dementia. These communities typically offer advanced security features and engaging activities to help ensure residents’ well-being. The cost of memory care in Bessie is about $3,248 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 34 communities, read 23 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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Overall everything is working out well for my friend with her move to this community. I helped out with getting everything set up, but my experience was overall positive. I do feel she is safe, and in good...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Elmcroft of Blytheville is located in Mississippi County in northeastern Arkansas. Blytheville, established as a lumber mill town in the 1880s, is a center for steel production and agri-business. The city’s cultural and social offerings include the Ritz Civic Center, the Heritage Museum and a...
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Cost of memory care in Bessie, TN

The average cost of senior living in Bessie is $3,248 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Dyer, TN with an average of $3,091 per month.

Memory care costs in Bessie, TN, vs. nearby cities

Bessie, TN
$3,248/mo
$3,325/mo

Memory care costs in Bessie, TN, vs. state and national averages

Bessie, TN
$3,248/mo
U.S. national average
$4,946/mo

Memory care costs in Bessie, TN, vs. other senior living options

Memory Care
$3,248/mo

Memory care costs in Bessie, TN, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$1,750/mo
Studio
$3,458/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,570/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,115/mo

Senior living costs in Bessie vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Bessie, TN
Column state: Tennessee
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBessie, TNTennesseeU.S.
Memory Care$3,248/mo$4,358/mo$4,946/mo
Assisted Living$3,248/mo$4,267/mo$4,698/mo
Independent Living$2,645/mo$3,781/mo$4,153/mo
Memory Care
Bessie, TN:$3,248/mo
Tennessee:$4,358/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
Assisted Living
Bessie, TN:$3,248/mo
Tennessee:$4,267/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Independent Living
Bessie, TN:$2,645/mo
Tennessee:$3,781/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
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What families are saying about memory care in Bessie

Recent reviews for memory care in Bessie

The Bungalows at Mayfield

4.6
It's been good so far my mom is doing good there. They keep her fed and gives her activities to do there is always something going on there.

Country Place in Scott City, MO

3.3
Cleanliness of the facility is a 3 and we are including quality of monthly cleaning service it would be lower. Food quality could use some work. There is only social hour 2x a week for 1 hour and nothing offered the rest of the time. With little consideration for adding more. They don't like to ...
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Bessie memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Bessie memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Bessie, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Bessie memory care

Memory care communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of memory care partners in Bessie that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Bessie, TNNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
25.8%
63.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
9.7%
46.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
32.3%
69.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
9.7%
27.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
32.3%
58.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
32.3%
69.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Bessie memory care

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Bessie Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Bessie, TNNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
22.6%
71.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
12.9%
44.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
16.1%
67.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
12.9%
25.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Bessie memory care

Memory care communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Bessie partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Bessie, TNNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
19.4%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
25.8%
43.9%
No sugar
No sugar
25.8%
40.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
12.9%
49.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Bessie memory care

Our memory care communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Bessie communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Bessie, TNNational
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
25.8%
39.3%
Room service
Room service
12.9%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12.9%
22.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Bessie memory care

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered memory care communities in Bessie offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Bessie, TNNational
Activity director
Activity director
12.9%
44.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
9.7%
32.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
16.1%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
32.3%
52.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
29%
50.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
29%
59%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
29%
38.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
6.5%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
6.5%
36.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
25.8%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
29%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
3.2%
31.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
6.5%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
19.4%
45.5%
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State regulations for memory care in Bessie

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for memory care. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Tennessee memory care regulations will help you understand how memory care communities in Bessie protect seniors.
Learn about Tennessee memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

Country Place, The Bungalows at Mayfield and Magnolia Place Assisted Living are the top-rated memory care facilities near Bessie, Tennessee. See full list of communities.
There are 34 memory care facilities near Bessie, Tennessee. See the full list.
The 34 memory care facilities near you in Bessie, Tennessee typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Bessie, Tennessee, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.
Browse A Place for Mom’s listings for memory care in Bessie, Tennessee, to take a virtual tour. Our local senior living experts can arrange for a live tour of these communities as well.
The cost of memory care facilities in Bessie, Tennessee ranges from $1300 to $6150. The average Memory Care cost in Bessie, Tennessee is $3,248. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Bessie, Tennessee typically starts at $1300. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.
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