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9 Best Memory Care Facilities in Buffalo Valley, TN

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Memory care in Buffalo Valley 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 Buffalo Valley is about $3,582 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 9 communities, read 38 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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Buffalo Valley Memory Care Facilities | 38 Reviews

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Last Updated: 12/20/24
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Photo of Bellwood Assisted Living
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Bellwood Assisted Living was chosen from a list of three in the Lebanon area. Bellwood is relatively small (a plus) and was more affordable than others. The facility is clean, the meals are reportedly...
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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The Pavilion is a nice and clean facility with friendly personnel. They took real good care of my loved one and were friendly to her. They were always checking on her to make sure she was okay.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
The Carthage Pavilion Assisted Living opened our community in September of 2015. Our staff have a combined of 25 plus years in senior living experience. We are locally owned and operated. We are conveniently located only 6 miles from I-40 East in-between Lebanon and Cookeville, TN. Our property...
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They were excellent. We couldn't get over how friendly they were. Each of the staff actually came in to introduce themselves to us. From the nurses, to the food service people, to housekeeping, everybody...
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.
Located in the heart of Putnam County, Morningside of Cookeville has provided assisted living since 1998. We recognize that a person's optimum health and well being are the result of caring for the whole person - physically, emotionally, spiritually, intellectually and socially.  Morningside...
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This is a small close knit community. Everyone here is just so nice and they treat you like family. It is warm and inviting when you walk in and it feels like home. They genuinely care about the residents at...
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.
If you agree that being active and independent are vital to a healthy and productive life, then we invite you to join our family at Cedar Hills. Located in the rolling hills of Cookeville, TN, Cedar Hills is a place where residents enjoy all the amenities of home — comfort, companionship,...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Provides: Assisted 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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Cost of memory care in Buffalo Valley, TN

The average cost of senior living in Buffalo Valley is $3,582 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Red Boiling Springs, TN with an average of $3,200 per month.

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Buffalo Valley, TN vs. nearby cities

Buffalo Valley, TN
$3,582/mo
$3,732/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Buffalo Valley, TN vs. the state and national average

Buffalo Valley, TN
$3,582/mo
U.S. national average
$4,860/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Buffalo Valley vs. other types of senior living

Memory Care
$3,582/mo

Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Buffalo Valley, TN by room type

Semi-Private
$3,285/mo
Studio
$3,733/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,250/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,400/mo

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What families are saying about memory care in Buffalo Valley

Recent reviews for memory care in Buffalo Valley

The Pavilion Senior Living at Carthage

4.9
The staff members here get 10 stars, they are all incredible. The nurses and nurses assistants go way above and beyond their normal duties, we are so appreciative. When our loved one goes to activities we always get pictures so we can see what she has been doing.

Cedar Hills Senior Living in Cookeville, TN

5.0
When we had my loved one living here it worked out well, for her. We did not experience problems.

Morningside of Cookeville

4.7
Everything is just fine at Morningside of Cookeville. The meals are very good. We have been very pleased with this facility. They do have plenty of activities that are offered though the resident does not participate in them. It has been a good experience so far.

Buffalo Valley memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Buffalo Valley memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Buffalo Valley, 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 Buffalo Valley 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 Buffalo Valley that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Buffalo Valley, TNNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
57.1%
65.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
28.6%
48.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
85.7%
82.3%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.8%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
57.1%
71.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
42.9%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
85.7%
89.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
71.4%
61.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
42.9%
72.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Buffalo Valley 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 Buffalo Valley Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Buffalo Valley, TNNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
57.1%
74%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
28.6%
46%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
14.3%
70.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Buffalo Valley 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 Buffalo Valley partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Buffalo Valley, TNNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
28.6%
27.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
14.3%
44.4%
No sugar
No sugar
14.3%
41.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
28.6%
50.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Buffalo Valley 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 Buffalo Valley communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Buffalo Valley, TNNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
14.3%
31.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
28.6%
39.8%
Room service
Room service
14.3%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.3%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Buffalo Valley 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 Buffalo Valley offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Buffalo Valley, TNNational
Activity director
Activity director
28.6%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
14.3%
33.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
28.6%
28.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
42.9%
54.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
42.9%
51.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
42.9%
60.8%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
28.6%
39.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
42.9%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
28.6%
47.6%
Dances
Dances
14.3%
31.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
42.9%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Bellwood Assisted Living, The Pavilion Senior Living at Carthage and Morningside of Cookeville are the top-rated memory care facilities near Buffalo Valley, Tennessee. See full list of communities.

There are 9 memory care facilities near Buffalo Valley, Tennessee. See the full list.

The 9 memory care facilities near you in Buffalo Valley, Tennessee typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Buffalo Valley, 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 Buffalo Valley, 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 Buffalo Valley, Tennessee ranges from $789 to $8433. The average Memory Care cost in Buffalo Valley, Tennessee is $3,582. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Buffalo Valley, Tennessee typically starts at $789. 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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