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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Elk Mills, TN
Assisted living costs in Elk Mills average about $4,519 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 21 communities in Elk Mills. Our detailed directory has 185 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 Johnson City, Bristol and Elizabethton.
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9.6
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41 reviews
Our mother lived at Brookdale Johnson City for 3 years until her passing in June, 2024. The staff provided caring support as her needs increased, and she was treated like family by her caregivers. We...
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.
Home Comfort, Community ConvenienceWhether are you just beginning to look for a community or you’ve already visited several, we think you will find that our charming assisted living and memory care community in Johnson City, Tennessee stands out from the rest. As soon as you set foot through the...
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9.5
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37 reviews
My father-in-law became ill and quickly needed an assisted living facility. Years ago I found a facility for my own father and during my search learned that the most important thing was the staff, not the...
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.
Providing Assisted Living and Memory Care to the Johnson City area.
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9.2
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14 reviews
My mom moved into Christian Assisted Living in March 2024 after a very long search for a memory care. Mom is receiving excellent and loving care while we have continue relief that she is protected and...
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.
Christian Assisted Living of Johnson City is an assisted living and secure memory care community located on the south side of Johnson City, Tennessee. Christian Assisted Living consists of 18 secure memory care apartments and 51 assisted living apartments. Each apartment is ground level with a...
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9.1
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11 reviews
Other than the food, we have been incredibly pleased with everything. My favorite part is the staff. They are friendly and responsive. They have been very helpful through all of the ups and down. The...
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.
Princeton Transitional Care provides a new home for skilled-nursing care and adds 60 assisted living apartments, 47 short-term skilled-nursing and rehab private suites. This state-of-the-art community features a streetscape with a chapel and theatre, library and media center, Blue Ridge market,...
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9.0
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13 reviews
The staff members are very friendly and overall we are very pleased. We would absolutely recommend Dominion Senior Living to other families based on the experience we have had so far
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.
Dominion Senior Living is an assisted living community that is located in Johnson City, Washington County, Tennessee. Here you can sit outside and enjoy the beautiful scenery and views of the mountains. Dominion Senior Living is committed in helping our seniors with their spiritual, emotional,...
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8.5
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10 reviews
The staff are professional and personable, friendly and helpful! Room size is great for my husband, it is a single room, he does not have a roommate.
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.
Situated in the hills of Boone, North Caroline, lies our beautiful home, Deerfield Ridge Assisted Living. Our senior living facility is only two miles from Watauga Medical Center and many primary care physicians. Your loved ones can enjoy exquisite mountain views while living stress free in our...
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8.4
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18 reviews
They have great staff and God's answered our prayers for a temporary safe haven and place to heal for our loved one. We would recommend The Courtyards at Johnson City to other families who may need a place...
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 Courtyards at Johnson City Lakeview 1 offer senior living at its very best. Located in picturesque Johnson City Tennessee, The Courtyards is a great place to call home when your loved one can no longer live on his or her own. You can rest assured that your loved one is well cared for in...
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8.2
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15 reviews
This place is so homey and clean! The staff is very sweet and mom is very happy. The food is great that she gets and I know she is getting great care. Each time I visit mom says I like this here -...
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.
Dominion Senior Living is an assisted living community located in Bristol, Sullivan County, Tennessee conveniently off Volunteer Parkway and is easily accessible to counties in Tennessee and North Carolina, alike. Though we are simple to locate, our campus maintains the feel of being nestled away...
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8.0
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4 reviews
I was searching with no luck and when I called[name removed] she said yes immediately. It was in ten minutes of where I live. I feel my loved one got adequate care. He can care for all his personal needs....
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.
The Heritage of Sugar Mountain is an assisted living community situated in the beautiful mountains of Newland, North Carolina. Not only do we provide our residents with a warm, caring environment, but we also have spectacular views of Sugar Mountain. Our safe, caring and nurturing environment is...
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The facility is clean and the staff are very helpful! They have many different activities and events, like the picnic they had last week. A few weeks ago, they even had a senior prom! They just love my...
Provides: Memory Care
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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.
Cranberry House is a memory care community located in Newland, NC. Newland is known as 'The Crossroads of The High Country'. With beautiful scenic views, Cranberry House is tucked away in the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina. This mountain town makes it a perfect choice for our residents....
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10 reviews
We lived at one time at a different independent living place which we did like move to abundant the apartments are large we have 1200sq feet bath and half washier and dryer full kitchen excellent place to...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
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.
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
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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
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.
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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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.
Nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Tennessee, The Courtyards at Johnson City Lakeside 2 is that retirement home in the mountains that lots of people have waited for their whole life. This assisted living community offers safety and security in a mountain setting. A place where peace and...
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 assisted living in Elk Mills, TN
The average cost of senior living in Elk Mills is $4,519 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Poga, TN with an average of $4,263 per month.
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Elk Mills, TN vs. the state and national average
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Elk Mills, TN
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What families are saying about assisted living in Elk Mills
Recent reviews for assisted living in Elk Mills
The Courtyards at Johnson City - The Gardens
3.8
When it comes to the meals and dining, this area needs lots of work. There needs to be healthier, fresh food...more vegetables and fruits. And better quality meats. The activities has recently dramatically improved with the hiring of a really good activities director. Previously, there ...
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Princeton Transitional Care and Assisted Living in Johnson City, TN
4.0
I would recommend it. Of the facilities in our area, this one is the best value for the money. I picked it because it is a clean, updated facility, all on one level. They have suites with doors open to a courtyard. The staff is friendly and helpful. They allow residents to have meals in their ...
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Brookdale Johnson City
4.8
I loved that we were welcomed by many staff on admission. Staff is attentive & respectful & pleasant. All areas of living one's best life is addressed here Most impressed. I do worry about enough evening/overnight staff.
Elk Mills review score based on 90 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 90 reviews of 19 Elk Mills assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Elk Mills review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living 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
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Review subcategories for Elk Mills assisted living
When assisted living 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 90 reviews of 19 Elk Mills assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Elk Mills resident and family assisted living 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.Elk Mills, TN averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.5
4.5
Friendliness
4.5
4.6
Care services
4.3
4.2
Staff
4.4
4.5
Meals & dining
3.9
4.1
Activities
4.2
4.1
Value for cost*
3.9
4.1
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Elk Mills assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Elk Mills assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Elk Mills, 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 Elk Mills 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 Elk Mills 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
52.6%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
42.1%
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
52.6%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
26.3%
29.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
47.4%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
47.4%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Elk Mills 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 Elk Mills 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
57.9%
51.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
42.1%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
52.6%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
10.5%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Elk Mills 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 Elk Mills 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
31.6%
26.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
42.1%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
42.1%
36.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
21.1%
35.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
21.1%
14.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Elk Mills 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 Elk Mills communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
10.5%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
42.1%
41.8%
Room service
Room service
42.1%
35.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15.8%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Elk Mills 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 Elk Mills offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
52.6%
45.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
47.4%
30.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
47.4%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
57.9%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
52.6%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
57.9%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
52.6%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
36.8%
34.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
47.4%
37.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
57.9%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
47.4%
46.4%
Dances
Dances
31.6%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
10.5%
24.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
57.9%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in Elk Mills
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 Elk Mills protect seniors.
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Brookdale Johnson City, American House Johnson City and Christian Assisted Living of Johnson City are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Elk Mills, Tennessee. See full list of communities.
There are 21 assisted living facilities near Elk Mills, Tennessee. See the full list.
The best assisted living facility near you in Elk Mills, Tennessee is Brookdale Johnson City. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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