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5 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Difficult, TN
Assisted living costs in Difficult average about $3,146 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 5 communities in Difficult. Our detailed directory has 37 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses.
As you explore assisted living near you, you may also want to consider assisted living options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Lafayette, Carthage and Antioch.
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9.0
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12 reviews
The staff is great. When I moved my brother there were a lot of administrative duties I took on like transferring prescriptions from White House to Gibbs in Lebanon, which took several back and forth calls...
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.
We are located in a small town, just northeast of Nashville with a beautiful view of the gentle rolling hills and country side.Our assisted living center is a new facility which opened January 10, 2007. We are the first assisted living center in our town. We have 24 apartments and...
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8.0
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14 reviews
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
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.
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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6.0
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11 reviews
It is a good place with very good people. It's just very expensive for anyone on a limited income. I wished they would have had more opportunities to get out or get supplies. However, I was very thankful to...
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
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
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.
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Cost of assisted living in Difficult, TN
The average cost of senior living in Difficult is $3,146 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Red Boiling Springs, TN with an average of $3,200 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Difficult, TN vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Difficult, TN vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Difficult vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Difficult, TN by room type
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Average cost of Assisted Living in Difficult over time
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What families are saying about assisted living in Difficult
Recent reviews for assisted living in Difficult
Bellwood Assisted Living in Lebanon, TN
4.8
A smaller facility has advantages. If the location fits (acceptable) then Bellwood is a good option.
The high cost of available places put us at Bellwood, but they have been great.
Trousdale Senior Living Center in Hartsville, TN
3.8
I would recommend to others. It is smaller so not as many for social interaction. But have been very pleased with the staff which makes all the difference. The main reason we picked them was because of the location and then after touring the room size and price.
The Pavilion Senior Living at Carthage
4.9
The staff is really nice and friendly. They work with the family and the residents. If I call and need something and they don't know the answer, they'll find out and call me right back. Great staff - you can't beat 'em. They have nurses there 24/7. If there's a problem, they call me and ask ...
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Difficult assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Difficult assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Difficult, 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 Difficult assisted living
Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Difficult that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
60%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
20%
33.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
60%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
40%
29.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
60%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
60%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Difficult assisted living
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 Difficult Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
40%
51.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
20%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
20%
41%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Difficult assisted living
Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Difficult partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
40%
26.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
20%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
20%
36.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
20%
35.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Difficult assisted living
Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Difficult communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
20%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
40%
41.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Difficult assisted living
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Difficult offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
40%
45.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
40%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
40%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
60%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
20%
34.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
20%
37.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
40%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
40%
46.4%
Dances
Dances
20%
29.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
40%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in Difficult
Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Tennessee assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Difficult protect seniors.
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Trousdale Senior Living Center, Bellwood Assisted Living and The Pavilion Senior Living at Carthage are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Difficult, Tennessee. See full list of communities.
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