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Assisted living costs in Mc Donald average about $3,865 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 12 communities in Mc Donald. Our detailed directory has 118 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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Photo of Brookdale Mount Vernon Drive
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11 Floor plan available
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I am so happy that I placed my mother at Brookdale Mount Vernon. I felt we had our mom at home too long as her disease was progressing to the point she was becoming difficult to care for. My fears were laid...
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.
Where Life Is GoodNo matter where your family member is on life’s journey, you can have peace of mind that they will love living here at our memory care community in Cleveland, Tennessee. Our warm and friendly care team will meet them right where they are, walking alongside them with...
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Photo of The Garden Plaza at Cleveland
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88 Floor plans available
9.4
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l have been involved in so many outside activities. I'm not position to judge. I continue to drive an automobile, but based on the experience I have had so far I would recommend this community to other...
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.
Photo of Charter of Cleveland
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9.2
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What we like the most about Charter of Cleveland is the activities available for residents and we would recommend this community to other families based on the experience we have had so far.
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.
Located near Interstate 75, Morningside of Cleveland is a community of neighbors, each with a lifetime of experiences to share. It is more than a place to live it is a place for living! We offer all the comforts of home combined with individualized assistance. Our Healthy Generation philosophy is...
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33 Floor plans available
8.5
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[name removed] loves the food. She has put on 18 lbs. When it comes to the value for cost, this one is hard to say. We were at Hickory Valley just last week because she is going to run out of money in 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.
Photo of Brookdale Cleveland
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44 Floor plans available
8.0
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My loved one is so well taken care of in every area. Brookdale is beautiful clean every thing I would want for her. She has Alzheimer's but always tells us they take such good care of her ! She's always...
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.
All the Comforts of HomeIs there anything more frustrating than canceling on your friends because the sink is leaking or declining a social invitation because the laundry is piling up? When you decide to move into our assisted living community, you never have to worry about missing out on fun...
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Facility looks brand new. Staff has been approachable and knowledgeable. Response to resident needs takes longer than expected according to resident. Cleaning staff and therapists do a good job. Food is...
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.
Welcome to Avail Senior Living. Avail's doors opened, in BEAUTIFUL Cleveland, TN, July 9th, 2021 with our Executive Director and Owner, Christopher Beckstrand. Beckstrand's passion shines through every inch of Avail and you be sure to feel it when you come to visit.Only 0.3 miles from the...
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My father resided at The Lantern at Morning Pointe, Collegedale for over four years and received the most loving care. It was so gratifying knowing my dad was treated with respect and great love and...
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.
Conveniently located on Messinger Lane just off Apison Pike and not far from I-75 and Southern Adventist University, The Lantern Alzheimer's Center of Excellence at Morning Pointe of Collegedale at Greenbriar Cove is a single-level state-of-the-art Alzheimer's and Memory Care Community offering...
Photo of Morning Pointe Collegedale Greenbriar Cove
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This is a good community, and so far my father seems to be doing well overall. I do feel comfortable with his move to this facility. The staff is good, and they are taking good care of him, and his 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.
Perfectly situated on 100 picturesque acres in a valley at the base of White Oak Mountain in the Collegedale-Ooltewah area near Chattanooga, Tennessee that's where you can find Morning Pointe of Collegedale at Greenbriar Cove. The assisted living community is also part of the larger Greenbriar...
Photo of Morning Pointe of Chattanooga at Shallowford
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This is a very nice place. The staff is attentive and compassionate and seem dedicated to the resident's well being. The level of care here is excellent and they do a great job. The facility is always clean.
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.
Conveniently located off I-75 at Exit #5 Shallowford Road and Hamilton Place Mall, Morning Pointe of Chattanooga at Shallowford is a brand new single-level state-of-the art assisted living community with 77 spacious assisted living apartments with multiple floor plan choices. At Morning Pointe...
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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.
The Health Center at Standifer Place is a unique, comprehensive facility. From Independent Living, to Assisted Living, to compassionate Hospice care, HCSP provides options for successive stages of life and changing levels of ability. Residents have convenient access to services on the journey...
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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 Legacy Village of Cleveland
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 assisted living in Mc Donald, TN

The average cost of senior living in Mc Donald is $3,865 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Dunlap, TN with an average of $3,637 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Mc Donald, TN vs. nearby cities

Mc Donald, TN
$3,865/mo
$4,088/mo

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

Mc Donald, TN
$3,865/mo
U.S. national average
$4,628/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Mc Donald vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$3,865/mo
$3,958/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Mc Donald, TN by room type

Semi-Private
$4,200/mo
Studio
$5,199/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,071/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,860/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Mc Donald over time

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Mc Donald, 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 Mc Donald.

What families are saying about assisted living in Mc Donald

Recent reviews for assisted living in Mc Donald

The Garden Plaza at Cleveland

4.6
We visited several facilities, and The Garden Plaza at Cleveland was the best we saw. We're very happy with our choice and have had a good experience so far. The staff is very friendly and helpful. My mother can be particular about the food but is warming up to it. The facility physically is ...
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Morning Pointe of Chattanooga at Shallowford

5.0
I absolutely love it and my Dad seems to like it. I love the staff and they have been great for my Dad. He has adjusted extremely well. He feels like this is his home. He is really happy with the food there.

The Bridge at Ooltewah

5.0
I live with my mom at The Bridge at Ooltewah. mom has lived here since [date removed]. we love being part of the community there. there is never a dull moment and it is a loving and caring community. there are lots of things to do and much musical entertainment and the food is good.

Mc Donald review score based on 39 family reviews

7.6
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This proprietary review score is based on 39 reviews of 12 Mc Donald assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Mc Donald 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

Mc Donald review score compared against nearby cities

7.6
Mc Donald, TN12 facilities
7.2
Collegedale, TN14 facilities
8.8
Cleveland, TN9 facilities

Review subcategories for Mc Donald 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 39 reviews of 12 Mc Donald assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Mc Donald 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.
Mc Donald, TN averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.8
4.5
Friendliness
4.7
4.6
Care services
4.4
4.2
Staff
4.7
4.5
Meals & dining
4.0
4.1
Activities
4.1
4.1
Value for cost*
4.4
4.1
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Mc Donald assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Mc Donald assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Mc Donald, 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 Mc Donald 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 Mc Donald 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
75%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
41.7%
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
75%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
58.3%
29.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
58.3%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
83.3%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Mc Donald 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 Mc Donald 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
66.7%
51.2%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
16.7%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
33.3%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
16.7%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Mc Donald 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 Mc Donald 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
50%
26.9%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
75%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
75%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
58.3%
35.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
16.7%
14.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Mc Donald 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 Mc Donald communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Mc Donald, TNNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
16.7%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
66.7%
41.9%
Room service
Room service
50%
35.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16.7%
17.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Mc Donald 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 Mc Donald offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
75%
45.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
16.7%
30.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
50%
30%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
66.7%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
66.7%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
83.3%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
75%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
66.7%
34.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
58.3%
37.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
66.7%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
66.7%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
25%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
33.3%
24.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
66.7%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in Mc Donald

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 Mc Donald protect seniors.

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Brookdale Mount Vernon Drive, Brookdale Hixson and StoryPoint Chattanooga are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Mc Donald, Tennessee. See full list of communities.

There are 12 assisted living facilities near Mc Donald, Tennessee. See the full list.

The best assisted living facility near you in Mc Donald, Tennessee is StoryPoint Chattanooga. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

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