About Assisted LivingAssisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.Complete guide to assisted livingBest of 2025 Assisted Living Winners
About Memory CareMemory 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. Complete guide to memory careBest of 2025 Memory Care Winners
About Independent LivingIndependent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.Complete guide to independent livingBest of 2025 Independent Living Winners
About Senior LivingSenior living is a term used to describe various housing and care options for older adults from maintenance-free, 55+ facilities for active seniors, to secure, fully staffed facilities for seniors with Alzheimer's or dementia. Complete guide to senior livingFind senior living facilities near you
About Nursing HomesNursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.Complete guide to Nursing Homes
About Senior ApartmentsSenior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.Complete guide to Senior Apartments
About Care HomesResidential 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.Complete guide to care homes
Veteran ResourcesVA benefits for long-term care, such as Aid and Attendance benefits, can help eligible veterans and their surviving spouses pay for senior care.Guide to VA benefits for long-term care
Senior Living Home

6 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Rafter, TN

Answer a few questions to get personalized results
Who are you searching for?

Assisted living costs in Rafter average about $3,512 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 6 communities in Rafter. Our detailed directory has 65 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 Murphy, Tellico Village and Madisonville.

Rafter Assisted Living Facilities | 65 Reviews

Showing 5 communities
Last Updated: 12/4/25
Sort by
Filter by
Review Score
Distance
Amenities
Providers
Photo of The Crossings at Tellico Village
2020 Photos available
9.5
Review score
14 reviews
9.5
Review score
14 reviews
5 star
72%
4 star
7%
3 star
7%
2 star
0%
1 star
14%
See all reviews
The key to our opinion of The Neighborhood is its staff. The director of the memory care unit [name removed] an incredible job. She organizes multiple activities both for physical and mental stimulation. She...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
The Neighborhood at Tellico Village is a charming senior living community located in Loudon, a bustling town in the Eastern part of the state, 33 miles southwest of Knoxville, in Loudon County. We offer 24-hour nursing available on-site, assisted living and memory / Alzheimer's care. Step inside...
See details
Photo of TerraBella Athens
1717 Photos available
Pricing promotions expiring soon
9.3
Review score
44 reviews
9.3
Review score
44 reviews
5 star
70%
4 star
23%
3 star
5%
2 star
0%
1 star
2%
See all reviews
They had excellent reviews and the location was a perfect fit. I remember [name removed] stopped and interacted with the residents while she was taking us on a tour, and it was clear that the residents were...
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.
With the serenity of the Great Smoky Mountains nearby and southern hospitality abound, TerraBella Athens is an ideal location for those looking for quality assistance with their daily routine, while still remaining close to nature. We develop individual care plans to meet the needs of each...
See details
Photo of Morning Pointe of Athens
1313 Photos available
5 star
57%
4 star
29%
3 star
14%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
See all reviews
I would highly recommend this community. It has been a great difference compared to the other community that my loved one came from. This is a great organization.
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.
Conveniently located not far from downtown Athens, near Athens Regional Hospital and doctor's offices, Morning Pointe of Athens is a single level, state-of-the-art, assisted living community offering 44 spacious apartments with multiple floor plan choices. Providing Care, Preserving Dignity At...
Photo of Wedell's Home
99 Photos available
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
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.
Wedells Home has been in business since 2014 we closed briefly after a short renovation. We have over 20 years combined experience in senior care. We are a member with BBB of Blue Ridge, GA and Polk County TN. Wedells Home is the first in the area of Polk County to offer this unique service to...
Photo of Sweetwater Living
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
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.
Sweetwater Home for Seniors is the answer for those who want to maintain their independence and dignity while remaining in the comfort of a home-like environment. Our trained, compassionate, dependable, and experienced caregivers provide non-medical services unique to each individual's needs....
Inline cta image

Our free advisors can help

  • Compare local facilities
  • Determine care type
  • Schedule tours
  • Evaluate pricing

Cost of assisted living in Rafter, TN

The average cost of senior living in Rafter is $3,512 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Sweetwater, TN with an average of $3,611 per month.

Assisted living costs in Rafter, TN, vs. nearby cities

Rafter, TN
$3,512/mo

Assisted living costs in Rafter, TN, vs. state and national averages

Rafter, TN
$3,512/mo
U.S. national average
$4,740/mo

Assisted living costs in Rafter, TN, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$3,512/mo
$4,088/mo

Assisted living costs in Rafter, TN, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,425/mo
Studio
$4,993/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,455/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,768/mo

Senior living costs in Rafter vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Rafter, TN
Column state: Tennessee
Column national: U.S.
Community typeRafter, TNTennesseeU.S.
Assisted Living$3,512/mo$4,267/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$4,088/mo$4,358/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living$3,588/mo$3,781/mo$4,203/mo
Assisted Living
Rafter, TN:$3,512/mo
Tennessee:$4,267/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
Rafter, TN:$4,088/mo
Tennessee:$4,358/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
Independent Living
Rafter, TN:$3,588/mo
Tennessee:$3,781/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
Table showing 5 of 3 items. Click to show less.
Table showing 5 of 3 items. Click to show less.

Assisted living costs in Rafter, TN, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Rafter and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

Rafter, TNTN stateNational

Assisted living cost trends in Rafter, TN

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Rafter have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Rafter, TN$5,722/mo$4,743/mo+20.7%
Tennessee$4,377/mo$4,085/mo+7.1%
National$5,061/mo$4,794/mo+5.6%
Rafter, TN
2024 average cost:$5,722/mo
2023 average cost:$4,743/mo
Percent change:+20.7%
Tennessee
2024 average cost:$4,377/mo
2023 average cost:$4,085/mo
Percent change:+7.1%
National
2024 average cost:$5,061/mo
2023 average cost:$4,794/mo
Percent change:+5.6%
Table showing 5 of 3 items. Click to show less.
Table showing 5 of 3 items. Click to show less.

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Rafter, 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 Rafter.

What families are saying about assisted living in Rafter

Recent reviews for assisted living in Rafter

Morning Pointe of Athens

4.8
My grandmother is a Resident here & I can not imagine a better "home" for her. The staff are like family, Nurses are the best around & very knowledgeable & attentive. It's very nicely decorated, and the food is wonderful. Lots of activities for residents with family activities planned also

The Crossings at Tellico Village in Loudon, TN

5.0
5 stars all the way around. We chose Tellico Village over others we saw because it just had a nice 'feel' to it?! If I was lost or unsure about anything, I always encountered someone that was willing to help or give me a hand. The residents all seemed happy too, and I felt like that was a ...
Read more

TerraBella Athens

4.6
I would like to add that I think it is so sad that they do not accept Medicaid and if a resident outlives their monetary resources (like my mom did) I had to uproot her and move her to another facility.

Rafter assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Rafter assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Rafter, 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 Rafter 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 Rafter that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Rafter, TNNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
60%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
60%
33.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
100%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
60%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
100%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
100%
52.4%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Rafter 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 Rafter Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Rafter, TNNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
80%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
60%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
60%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
20%
13.7%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Rafter 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 Rafter partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Rafter, TNNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
80%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
80%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
60%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
100%
36.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
20%
17.3%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dining options in Rafter 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 Rafter communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Rafter, TNNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
40%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
60%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
80%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20%
18%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Rafter 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 Rafter offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Rafter, TNNational
Activity director
Activity director
80%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
60%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
80%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
100%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
80%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
100%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
60%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
40%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
80%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
80%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
80%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
60%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
40%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
60%
46%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

State regulations for assisted living in Rafter

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Tennessee assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Rafter protect seniors.
Learn about Tennessee assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

The Crossings at Tellico Village, TerraBella Athens and Morning Pointe of Athens are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Rafter, Tennessee. See full list of communities.
There are 6 assisted living facilities near Rafter, Tennessee. See the full list.
Photo cta image

More questions?

Ask an A Place for Mom local advisor at no cost.

The information contained on this page is for informational purposes only and is not intended to constitute medical, legal or financial advice or create a professional relationship between A Place for Mom and the reader. Always seek the advice of your health care provider, attorney or financial advisor with respect to any particular matter, and do not act or refrain from acting on the basis of anything you have read on this site. Links to third-party websites are only for the convenience of the reader; A Place for Mom does not endorse the contents of the third-party sites.
Back to top