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Memory care in Sowell Ford 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 Sowell Ford is about $4,709 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 109 communities, read 2227 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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I was at a loss as to where to place my 61yr old husband. The dr suggested Lakeshore Heartland and I knew it was the right placement for him when I walked through the door. I had such a strong feeling of...
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.
Heartland Senior Community is an assisted living residence located in the vibrant and exciting Nashville, Tennessee. You will be able to enjoy the calm and serenity of retirement living while being only a short van or car ride away from all that Nashville has to offer. The well-kept grounds and...
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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, 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 Sowell Ford, TN

The average cost of senior living in Sowell Ford is $4,709 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Lewisburg, TN with an average of $3,942 per month.

Memory care costs in Sowell Ford, TN, vs. nearby cities

Sowell Ford, TN
$4,709/mo
$4,856/mo

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

Sowell Ford, TN
$4,709/mo
U.S. national average
$4,955/mo

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

Memory Care
$4,709/mo

Memory care costs in Sowell Ford, TN, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,857/mo
Studio
$5,563/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,642/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,509/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,350/mo

Senior living costs in Sowell Ford 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: Sowell Ford, TN
Column state: Tennessee
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSowell Ford, TNTennesseeU.S.
Memory Care$4,709/mo$4,365/mo$4,955/mo
Assisted Living$4,563/mo$4,271/mo$4,703/mo
Independent Living$4,192/mo$3,785/mo$4,160/mo
Memory Care
Sowell Ford, TN:$4,709/mo
Tennessee:$4,365/mo
U.S.:$4,955/mo
Assisted Living
Sowell Ford, TN:$4,563/mo
Tennessee:$4,271/mo
U.S.:$4,703/mo
Independent Living
Sowell Ford, TN:$4,192/mo
Tennessee:$3,785/mo
U.S.:$4,160/mo
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Memory care costs in Sowell Ford, TN, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Sowell Ford and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

Sowell Ford, TNTN stateNational

Memory care cost trends in Sowell Ford, TN

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Sowell Ford have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Sowell Ford, TN$5,485/mo$5,505/mo-0.4%
Tennessee$5,314/mo$5,174/mo+2.7%
National$6,490/mo$6,152/mo+5.5%
Sowell Ford, TN
2024 average cost:$5,485/mo
2023 average cost:$5,505/mo
Percent change:-0.4%
Tennessee
2024 average cost:$5,314/mo
2023 average cost:$5,174/mo
Percent change:+2.7%
National
2024 average cost:$6,490/mo
2023 average cost:$6,152/mo
Percent change:+5.5%
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What families are saying about memory care in Sowell Ford

Recent reviews for memory care in Sowell Ford

Cloverland Park in Brentwood, TN

4.3
Families should know that there is a high turnover rate at the executive level. Communicate by email to have a paper trail. The memory care staff is kind and caring, but not professional. Some of the white residents are racist to the Caregivers, and I wonder how long these workers will put up ...
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Somerby Franklin

4.9
I love this place. It's so much better than the other two facilities that my aunt has been in, by far! They're warm and friendly here. When I visit, it's very obvious that they know my aunt. They greet me and tell me details from their conversations with her that tell me they've talked to her ...
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Southern Care Inc in Franklin, TN

4.3
Southern Care is a great facility. The staff is very friendly and attentive. I would recommend them to a friend. They are cost-effective. My sister likes the food. They have a big porch with rockers in the front and other space in the back. The room sizes are of a good size.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Attentive and caring staff. Many reviews highlight the exceptional care and attention given by the staff at various communities, such as The Rivers at Maryland Farms, Maristone of Franklin, and American House Murfreesboro. Residents and their families express appreciation for the personalized approach taken by staff ...
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Engaging activities program. Residents enjoy a wide range of activities designed to encourage socializing and stimulate the mind, such as arts and crafts, bingo, and musical performances. Communities like Harmony at Mt Juliet, The Harpeth at Harmony Hills, and Vitality Living Franklin offer regular events that cater t ...
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Thorough cleaning and maintenance. Many reviews praise the cleanliness and upkeep of the communities, including the private rooms and common areas. Examples include Belmont Village Green Hills, The Kempton of Hermitage, and Country Cottage - Lawrenceburg, where residents and families appreciate the clean and welcoming envir ...
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Personalized meal plans and dining experiences. Residents look forward to mealtimes at communities like Harmony at Brentwood, The Harpeth at Harmony Hills, and American House Murfreesboro, where the chef accommodates dietary restrictions and individual preferences. The dining experiences are described as enjoyable and varied, with oppor ...
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Safety and security measures. Families express peace of mind knowing that their loved ones are in a safe environment, such as Belvedere Commons of Franklin, The Lodge at Natchez Trace, and Charter Senior Living of Hermitage, which implement safety features and have dedicated staff to ensure the well-being of residents. ...
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Individualized care plans. Communities like The Kempton of Hermitage, Vitality Living Franklin, and The Rutherford Memory Care create personalized care plans for each resident, taking into account their specific needs and preferences. Families appreciate the collaborative approach to care, leading to better outcomes ...
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Sowell Ford review score based on 598 family reviews

8.4
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This proprietary review score is based on 598 reviews of 103 Sowell Ford memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Sowell Ford review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how memory care residents and family members rate memory care in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Sowell Ford review score compared against nearby cities

8.4
Sowell Ford, TN103 facilities
7.3
Columbia, TN10 facilities
8.6
Spring Hill, TN124 facilities

Review subcategories for Sowell Ford memory care

When memory care residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 598 reviews of 103 Sowell Ford memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Sowell Ford resident and family memory care satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Sowell Ford, TN averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.7
4.1
Friendliness
3.9
4.2
Care services
3.4
3.9
Staff
3.7
4.1
Meals & dining
3.4
3.8
Activities
3.4
3.7
Value for cost*
3.4
3.8
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Sowell Ford memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Sowell Ford memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Sowell Ford, 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 Sowell Ford 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 Sowell Ford that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Sowell Ford, TNNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
66%
63.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
51.5%
46.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
99%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
68.9%
69.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
40.8%
27.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
99%
89.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
69.9%
58.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
73.8%
69.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Sowell Ford 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 Sowell Ford Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Sowell Ford, TNNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
68.9%
71.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
39.8%
44.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
59.2%
67.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
14.6%
25.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Sowell Ford 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 Sowell Ford partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Sowell Ford, TNNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
41.7%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
46.6%
43.9%
No sugar
No sugar
39.8%
40.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
35%
49.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
22.3%
20.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Sowell Ford 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 Sowell Ford communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Sowell Ford, TNNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
33%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
50.5%
39.3%
Room service
Room service
39.8%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.6%
22.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Sowell Ford 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 Sowell Ford offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Sowell Ford, TNNational
Activity director
Activity director
53.4%
44.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
28.2%
32.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
35%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
63.1%
52.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
56.3%
50.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
61.2%
59%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50.5%
38.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
39.8%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
44.7%
36.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
54.4%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
54.4%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
31.1%
31.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
28.2%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
53.4%
45.5%
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State regulations for memory care in Sowell Ford

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 Sowell Ford protect seniors.
Learn about Tennessee memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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