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Assisted living costs in Macon County average about $3,992 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 89 communities in Macon County. Our detailed directory has 1575 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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My loved one is now at The Sapphire at music city and the staff is much friendlier and so much more compassionate. Night and day difference from his last facility. He loves it. The staff is very...
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.
We are proud to be a member of the Nashville community and recognized as one of the most unique and specialized assisted living communities.We are fully licensed and a leader in the care for residents with daily living needs, impairments due to normal aging and various forms of Dementia including...
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My loved one doesn't like the food the community provides. The little I know about the community it is fine. The communication with the staff has been fine as well. All the residents have had their...
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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.
While the cost of Assisted Living can vary dramatically Azalea Trace is reasonably priced. Despite our low cost we pride ourselves on the exceptional service that we offer. We are a small community, normally between 30-35 people. Probably larger than your immediate family but smaller than most...
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Our loved one was only there for about a wee but it met all of our expectations. We really liked the community and so did our loved one, she adjusted very well. It was less expensive then other communities...
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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.
Grace Manor Assisted Living is a warm and inviting community conveniently located between I-65 and I-24 near the historic towns of Madison, Goodlettsville, and White's Creek, Tennessee.Grace Manor offers a wonderful alternative for seniors who can no longer live on their own, but do not need...
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Our parents have resided in a very nice apartment at Azelea Court Assisted Living for six months. They are very happy there which results in their five children's happiness as well. The facility is always...
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.
When the demands of living in your home require more than you're willing and able to give on your own, you'll find a welcome home with us here at Azalea Court.Azalea Court and the Arbors at Azalea Court are located in the heart of Smyrna, TN and have been serving seniors for the past 12 years. We...
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Everything is going great so far. It's clean and the staff is friendly. The food is good, I don't have any complaints so far. It's working out well, and I would rate them very highly.
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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.
When the demands of living in your home require more than you’re willing and able to give on your own, you’ll find a welcome home here at Springfield Heights.Springfield Heights is located on South Main Street directly behind the YMCA in beautiful Springfield, TN. Springfield is a beautiful and...
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The staff at the Kempton of Hermitage are exemplary. The room sizes and amenities are good. We chose The Kempton because its proximity.
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.
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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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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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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.
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Nursing homes are many things to many people. Whatever your needs, our goal is to provide compassionate nursing care in a clean, comfortable setting where you will feel at home. Individualized attention begins as soon as you are admitted, and our skilled nurses meet with you regularly to discuss...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal 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.
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.
Hearthside at Castle Heights is a locally owned and operated, non-profit Christian Retirement Community. The facility is overseen by a volunteer Board of Directors, all of whom live in Wilson County. The facility opened in November, 1994, and added 16 units and an activity room in 2000. Our...
Provides: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Provides: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal 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.
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
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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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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.
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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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, Nursing Homes
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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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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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...
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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.
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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We like the care that we reveived. The staff was nice and caring. The community was clean with good environs. They offered good activities for her. The menu was very appealing and she was pleased with the...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Cost of assisted living in Macon County, TN
The average cost of senior living in Macon County is $3,992 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 Macon County, TN vs. nearby counties
Macon County, TN
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Macon County, TN vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Macon County vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Macon County, TN by room type
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Average cost of Assisted Living in Macon County over time
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Macon County, 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 Macon County.
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What families are saying about assisted living in Macon County
Recent reviews for assisted living in Macon County
Clarendale at Indian Lake in Hendersonville, TN
3.6
I like the people very much. Both the staff and residents are very friendly and helpful. But since there is really no competition the cost is high for what we get. But my children are close by-- the reason I'm here.
Legacy Village of Hendersonville
5.0
Legacy Village of Hendersonville gets all 5 stars!
They always go above and beyond for everything. They are also great with communication!
Grace Manor Assisted Living Community in Nashville, TN
4.0
I have to say my favorite thing about this community is how well maintained and kept clean it is. Every time I go to visit it is completely spotless with a fresh smell throughout the building. My mom has had no complaints about the food and has really enjoyed participating in the many activities ...
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Macon County review score based on 458 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 458 reviews of 80 Macon County assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Macon County 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
Macon County review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Macon County 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 458 reviews of 80 Macon County assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Macon County 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.Macon County, TN averageNational average
Cleanliness
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4.5
Friendliness
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4.6
Care services
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Staff
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4.5
Meals & dining
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Activities
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Value for cost*
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Macon County assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Macon County assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Macon County, 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 Macon County 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 Macon County 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
61.3%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
48.8%
33.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
97.5%
98.5%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
73.8%
56.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
35%
30.1%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97.5%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
70%
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Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
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Availability of select dementia care services in Macon County 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 Macon County 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
67.5%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
36.3%
32.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
46.3%
41.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Macon County 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 Macon County 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
43.8%
27.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
48.8%
40.5%
No sugar
No sugar
40%
37.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
43.8%
35.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
22.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Macon County 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 Macon County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
33.8%
31.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
51.2%
42.2%
Room service
Room service
33.8%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Macon County 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 Macon County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
55%
46.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
32.5%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
36.3%
30.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
63.7%
49.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
61.3%
49.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
62.5%
52.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
47.5%
41.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
28.7%
34.8%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
41.3%
37.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
56.3%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
52.5%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
31.3%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
23.8%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
56.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Macon County
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 Macon County protect seniors.
Frequently Asked Questions
Morningside of Springfield, Vitality Living Hendersonville and The Bungalows at Bowling Green are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Macon County, Tennessee. See full list of communities.
There are 89 assisted living facilities near Macon County, Tennessee. See the full list.
The best assisted living facility near you in Macon County, Tennessee is Morningside of Springfield. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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Assisted Living in Cities Near Macon County
- Lafayette, Tennessee
- Hartsville, Tennessee
- Carthage, Tennessee
- Tompkinsville, Kentucky
- Bellwood, Tennessee
- Red Boiling Springs, Tennessee
- Hillsdale, Tennessee
- Webbtown, Tennessee
- Hestand, Kentucky
- Moss, Tennessee
- Scottsville, Kentucky
- Westmoreland, Tennessee
- South Carthage, Tennessee
- Adolphus, Kentucky
- Haydenburg, Tennessee
- Rock Bridge, Tennessee
- Gainesboro, Tennessee
- Castalian Springs, Tennessee
- Kirby, Tennessee
- Chipman, Tennessee
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