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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Ruskin, TN

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Assisted living costs in Ruskin average about $4,706 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 95 communities in Ruskin. Our detailed directory has 1871 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 mother presents a problem occasionally, and the caregivers are always polite and caring and inform me of what's going on. And the Administrator goes beyond to make sure the residents are clean, dressed...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
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.
Carriage Hall Assisted Living is a senior residential care home that is located in the home rule-class city of Hopkinsville, KY and in Christian county. Hopkinsville is just a short drive to the large land between the lake NRA and the Golden Pond. It is also home to the Hopkinsville Christian...
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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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.
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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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...
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.
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...
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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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
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.
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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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Provides: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
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.
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.

Cost of assisted living in Ruskin, TN

The average cost of senior living in Ruskin is $4,706 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include New Johnsonville, TN with an average of $3,295 per month.

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

Ruskin, TN
$4,706/mo
$4,761/mo
$4,962/mo

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

Ruskin, TN
$4,706/mo
U.S. national average
$4,784/mo

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

Assisted Living
$4,706/mo
$4,828/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,441/mo
Studio
$4,659/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,725/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,972/mo

Senior living costs in Ruskin 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: Ruskin, TN
Column state: Tennessee
Column national: U.S.
Community typeRuskin, TNTennesseeU.S.
Assisted Living$4,706/mo$4,374/mo$4,784/mo
Memory Care$4,828/mo$4,472/mo$5,056/mo
Independent Living$4,032/mo$3,840/mo$4,247/mo
Assisted Living
Ruskin, TN:$4,706/mo
Tennessee:$4,374/mo
U.S.:$4,784/mo
Memory Care
Ruskin, TN:$4,828/mo
Tennessee:$4,472/mo
U.S.:$5,056/mo
Independent Living
Ruskin, TN:$4,032/mo
Tennessee:$3,840/mo
U.S.:$4,247/mo
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Assisted living costs in Ruskin, TN, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Ruskin 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.

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Assisted living cost trends in Ruskin, TN

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Ruskin 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Ruskin, TN$4,844/mo$4,537/mo+6.8%
Tennessee$4,580/mo$4,484/mo+2.1%
National$5,378/mo$5,133/mo+4.8%
Ruskin, TN
2024 average cost:$4,844/mo
2023 average cost:$4,537/mo
Percent change:+6.8%
Tennessee
2024 average cost:$4,580/mo
2023 average cost:$4,484/mo
Percent change:+2.1%
National
2024 average cost:$5,378/mo
2023 average cost:$5,133/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Ruskin, 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 Ruskin.

What families are saying about assisted living in Ruskin

Recent reviews for assisted living in Ruskin

Jubilee Hills Goodlettsville

3.9
We would recommend it. Our family there likes it overall. My family complains about the food. Also, I think some miscommunication in care needs happened in beginning but has improved. We picked this community because it was closer to us and the apartment was large with plenty of natural ...
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Walking Horse Meadows in Clarksville, TN

4.0
I would tell them I am very happy with the level of care, the respect, love and cleanliness of the facility. Value for cost exceeds the competition. All of my comments to friends and associates have been positive.

The Bridge at Columbia

3.8
They are better than average. Some staff are excellent others not. They are dealing with the current societal challenges of finding and retaining good employees with good attitudes who truly care. Disclaimer: This is 2nd hand info since my dad has been with mom at meals for 6+ months... #1 ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Welcoming and accommodating staff. Many reviews mention the warm and welcoming nature of the staff at various communities, such as NHC Place at Cool Springs, where they were attentive and made families feel confident that their loved ones would be well-cared for. At The Rivers at Maryland Farms, the sales representative, [nam ...
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Responsive and caring nursing staff. Several reviews highlight the responsiveness and caring nature of the nursing staff at communities, including Brookdale Green Hills Cumberland, where they were praised for their attention to detail and quick response to residents' needs. Families appreciate the peace of mind that comes with kn ...
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Variety of activity offerings. Communities like Vitality Living Franklin provide a wide range of activities for residents to enjoy, such as cognitive challenges, social opportunities, and physical activities. Families value the importance of keeping their loved ones active and engaged in meaningful ways.
Spacious and well-appointed rooms. Many reviews mention the spacious and well-designed rooms at various communities, including American House Brentwood, which were described as being more spacious than other places. Residents and their families appreciate having ample space for personal belongings and a comfortable living envir ...
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Engaging community environment. Several reviews note the friendly and engaging environment at communities, such as Brookdale Columbia, where residents and families report that people are always friendly and that there are activities all day long. This sense of community helps residents feel connected and at home.
Peace of mind and sense of security. Families value the peace of mind that comes with knowing their loved ones are in a safe and secure environment, as mentioned in reviews for communities like Belvedere Commons of Franklin, where the facility is locked to prevent residents from wandering and the staff are attentive to residents' ...
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Ruskin review score based on 482 family reviews

8.3
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This proprietary review score is based on 482 reviews of 86 Ruskin assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Ruskin 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

Ruskin review score compared against nearby cities

8.3
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8.4
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8.4
McEwen, TN73 facilities

Review subcategories for Ruskin 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 482 reviews of 86 Ruskin assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Ruskin 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.
Ruskin, TN averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.6
3.8
Friendliness
3.7
3.8
Care services
3.3
3.5
Staff
3.5
3.7
Meals & dining
3.2
3.4
Activities
3.3
3.4
Value for cost*
3.2
3.4
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Ruskin assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Ruskin assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Ruskin, 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 Ruskin 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 Ruskin that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Ruskin, TNNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
65.1%
52.9%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
53.5%
34.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
98.8%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.8%
97.7%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
73.3%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
38.4%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
98.8%
96.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
68.6%
47.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
70.9%
52.8%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Ruskin 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 Ruskin Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Ruskin, TNNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
65.1%
51.7%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
39.5%
32.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
55.8%
41.4%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
15.1%
13.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Ruskin 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 Ruskin partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Ruskin, TNNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
40.7%
27.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
46.5%
41.5%
No sugar
No sugar
40.7%
38%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
37.2%
36.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
24.4%
18.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Ruskin 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 Ruskin communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Ruskin, TNNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
34.9%
31.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
51.2%
42.8%
Room service
Room service
38.4%
37.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
18.6%
18.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Ruskin 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 Ruskin offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Ruskin, TNNational
Activity director
Activity director
53.5%
46.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
30.2%
31.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
31.4%
30.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
62.8%
49.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
54.7%
49.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
62.8%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
47.7%
41.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
37.2%
36%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
45.3%
38.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
54.7%
47.3%
Live performances
Live performances
52.3%
47.5%
Dances
Dances
32.6%
31%
Fitness center
Fitness center
30.2%
24.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
51.2%
46.5%
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State regulations for assisted living in Ruskin

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 Ruskin protect seniors.
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