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Assisted living costs in Little Cherokee average about $4,471 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 12 communities in Little Cherokee. Our detailed directory has 150 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.

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1111 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
9.8
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41 reviews
9.8
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41 reviews
5 star
82%
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12%
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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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Photo of American House Johnson City
1717 Photos available
9.4
Review score
32 reviews
9.4
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32 reviews
5 star
53%
4 star
41%
3 star
0%
2 star
3%
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3%
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Loved the place from the first time we walked in. From the friendly management to staff. Everyone always has a smile on their face. Very clean place too. We’re so happy this is were we placed our uncle.
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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Photo of Princeton Transitional Care and Assisted Living
1010 Photos available
9.2
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11 reviews
9.2
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11 reviews
5 star
64%
4 star
9%
3 star
9%
2 star
9%
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9%
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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
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.
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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Photo of Christian Assisted Living of Johnson City
1010 Photos available
9.2
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14 reviews
9.2
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14 reviews
5 star
57%
4 star
29%
3 star
14%
2 star
0%
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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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1111 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
8.8
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12 reviews
8.8
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12 reviews
5 star
75%
4 star
17%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
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8%
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I 'm not sure about some of the things like cost (I think her insurance pays this. I am not sure how many activities she participates in. She seems to enjoy the meals. But she wants to go home. 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.
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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66 Photos available
8.5
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5 reviews
8.5
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5 reviews
5 star
80%
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20%
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0%
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The overall experience, the cleanliness, the friendliness of the staff, quality of care, meals and dining and activities have all been a great experience. We would recommend this community to other families...
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.
Come and enjoy the “Freedom” ofassisted living!Located in the heart of “The ValleyBeautiful,” Governor’s Bend is a 52-suiteretirement and assisted living facility.We realize the need for quality of lifeservices in a comfortable environment.That is why we offer full service livingwhere residents...
Photo of The Courtyards at Johnson City - The Gardens
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8.4
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18 reviews
8.4
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18 reviews
5 star
39%
4 star
38%
3 star
6%
2 star
17%
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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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Photo of The Courtyards at Johnson City - The Orchards
44 Photos available
5 star
86%
4 star
14%
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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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8.2
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10 reviews
8.2
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10 reviews
5 star
40%
4 star
30%
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2 star
10%
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20%
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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
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, 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.
1. Great location, middle of Johnson City and close to VA & Hospital, Shopping,Restaurants2. Outstanding Activity Programs in and outside, very community involved3. Wonderful food, mostly cooked from scratch4. RN & LPN on Staff5. Beautiful Spa, Beauty/Barber Ship, Manicure & Pedicure...
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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.
Photo of The Courtyards at Johnson City - The Meadows
44 Photos available
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...
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Cost of assisted living in Little Cherokee, TN

The average cost of senior living in Little Cherokee is $4,471 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Bean Station, TN with an average of $3,034 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Little Cherokee, TN vs. nearby cities

Little Cherokee, TN
$4,471/mo
$4,474/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Little Cherokee, TN vs. the state and national average

Little Cherokee, TN
$4,471/mo
U.S. national average
$4,733/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Little Cherokee vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$4,471/mo
$4,471/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Little Cherokee, TN by room type

Semi-Private
$3,821/mo
Studio
$4,674/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,805/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,509/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$2,850/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Little Cherokee over time

Little Cherokee, TNTN stateNational

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Little Cherokee, TN

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Little Cherokee.

What families are saying about assisted living in Little Cherokee

Recent reviews for assisted living in Little Cherokee

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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Brookdale Colonial Heights in Kingsport, TN

4.1
Small, intimate and feel comfortable knowing what's going on with the facility/employees and other residents- I love the smaller and personal aspect of Brookdale in Colonial Heights. Staff was super friendly and personable. The size of the facility was perfect for our situation. Parking is ...
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The Village At Allandale in Kingsport, TN

5.0
Everyone at the community is very helpful. The staff seem to really care about the residents. They are interactive and engaging with the residents. The community tries to accommodate the residents with their restrictions and preferences for food.

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Warm and welcoming staff. Reviews at American House Johnson City and Brookdale Johnson City mention the friendly and welcoming nature of the staff, who have made residents and their families feel at home. One review at American House Johnson City mentions the staff's kindness and patience, while Brookdale Johnson ...
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High-quality meals and dining experiences . Several reviews at The Courtyards at Johnson City - The Gardens, Dominion Senior Living of Johnson City, and Abundant Christian Living Community highlight the importance of meal quality in their overall satisfaction with the community. Reviewers mention the need for more vegetables, fruits ...
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Active social and recreational programs. Residents at Princeton Transitional Care and Assisted Living, The Courtyards at Johnson City - The Gardens, and American House Johnson City enjoy the various activities offered by their communities. These include music and worship services, gardening classes, and off-site outings. Some rev ...
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Thorough and clear communication. Reviews at Dominion Senior Living of Johnson City, Princeton Transitional Care and Assisted Living, and Brookdale Johnson City praise the responsiveness and attentiveness of their community's staff. Families mention the ease of getting answers to their questions and the clear and frequent ...
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Safe and secure living environment. Residents at Brookdale Johnson City, American House Johnson City, and Abundant Christian Living Community feel secure and comfortable in their communities. Reviews mention the friendly and helpful staff, the cleanliness of the facilities, and the peace of mind that comes from knowing their ...
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Personalized care and attention. Reviews at Dominion Senior Living of Johnson City, Princeton Transitional Care and Assisted Living, and American House Johnson City share stories of staff members who go above and beyond to accommodate individual needs and preferences. One reviewer at Dominion Senior Living of Johnson Cit ...
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Little Cherokee review score based on 80 family reviews

8.9
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This proprietary review score is based on 80 reviews of 12 Little Cherokee assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Little Cherokee 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

Little Cherokee review score compared against nearby cities

8.9
Little Cherokee, TN12 facilities
9.0
Jonesborough, TN13 facilities
8.9
Unicoi, TN10 facilities

Review subcategories for Little Cherokee 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 80 reviews of 12 Little Cherokee assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Little Cherokee 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.
Little Cherokee, TN averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.5
4.5
Friendliness
4.6
4.6
Care services
4.3
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.5
Meals & dining
4.0
4.1
Activities
4.3
4.1
Value for cost*
4.0
4.1
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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Little Cherokee assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Little Cherokee assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Little Cherokee, 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 Little Cherokee 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 Little Cherokee 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
66.7%
52.1%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
50%
33.3%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
66.7%
56.5%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
25%
29.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
58.3%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
66.7%
53.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Little Cherokee 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 Little Cherokee Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Little Cherokee, TNNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
75%
51%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
41.7%
32%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
66.7%
40.9%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
8.3%
13.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Little Cherokee 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 Little Cherokee partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Little Cherokee, TNNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
25%
26.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
41.7%
39.8%
No sugar
No sugar
41.7%
36.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
25%
35%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
16.7%
13.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Little Cherokee 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 Little Cherokee communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Little Cherokee, TNNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
8.3%
30.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
58.3%
41.7%
Room service
Room service
41.7%
35.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
25%
17.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Little Cherokee 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 Little Cherokee offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Little Cherokee, TNNational
Activity director
Activity director
66.7%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
66.7%
30.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
58.3%
29.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
75%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
66.7%
48.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
75%
52.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
66.7%
40.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
41.7%
34.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
58.3%
37.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
75%
46.1%
Live performances
Live performances
66.7%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
33.3%
29.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
75%
45.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Little Cherokee

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 Little Cherokee protect seniors.

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Brookdale Johnson City, Brookdale Colonial Heights and Brookdale Rock Springs are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Little Cherokee, Tennessee. See full list of communities.

There are 12 assisted living facilities near Little Cherokee, Tennessee. See the full list.

The best assisted living facility near you in Little Cherokee, Tennessee is Brookdale Johnson City. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

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