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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Sanford, TN

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Assisted living costs in Sanford average about $3,863 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 99 communities in Sanford. Our detailed directory has 1216 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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Great Personal Care Home, staff and caregivers are so nice and caring. the food is great as well, its all home cooked. they have a very down home setting. the caregivers are so sweet and really take great...
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.
Mary & Martha's Personal Care is a senior community located in Rossville, GA. This great community provides its residents with a wonderful place to live in an area with historic meaning. Those who are guests of this community's residents will find that they will want to check out the historic...
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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.
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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.
Cumberland Ridge Assisted Living has served the beautiful Cumberland Plateau since 1997. Located in Crossville, Tennessee – home of the Cumberland County Playhouse, numerous wineries, ten golf courses and outlet shopping; Cumberland Ridge is a quality facility for those who would like to enjoy...
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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.
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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, 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.
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The owners of Stonehenge Senior Living, [names removed], care deeply about seniors and their quality of life. The facility is clean. Each staff member cares about each resident. They are diligent with...
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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: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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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.
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.
On behalf of our team of caregivers and support staff, thank you for considering our healthcare center. We offer a full range of medical services to meet the individual needs of our residents, including short-term rehabilitative services and long-term skilled care. Working with the resident’s...

Cost of assisted living in Sanford, TN

The average cost of senior living in Sanford is $3,863 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Sweetwater, TN with an average of $3,611 per month.

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

Sanford, TN
$3,863/mo
$4,611/mo

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

Sanford, TN
$3,863/mo
U.S. national average
$4,705/mo

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

Assisted Living
$3,863/mo
$3,996/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,921/mo
Studio
$4,742/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,093/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,186/mo

Senior living costs in Sanford 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: Sanford, TN
Column state: Tennessee
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSanford, TNTennesseeU.S.
Assisted Living$3,863/mo$4,273/mo$4,705/mo
Memory Care$3,996/mo$4,365/mo$4,956/mo
Independent Living$3,510/mo$3,789/mo$4,162/mo
Assisted Living
Sanford, TN:$3,863/mo
Tennessee:$4,273/mo
U.S.:$4,705/mo
Memory Care
Sanford, TN:$3,996/mo
Tennessee:$4,365/mo
U.S.:$4,956/mo
Independent Living
Sanford, TN:$3,510/mo
Tennessee:$3,789/mo
U.S.:$4,162/mo
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Assisted living costs in Sanford, TN, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Sanford 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 Sanford, TN

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Sanford 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
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Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Sanford, TN$4,694/mo$4,649/mo+1.0%
Tennessee$4,552/mo$4,433/mo+2.7%
National$5,375/mo$5,129/mo+4.8%
Sanford, TN
2024 average cost:$4,694/mo
2023 average cost:$4,649/mo
Percent change:+1.0%
Tennessee
2024 average cost:$4,552/mo
2023 average cost:$4,433/mo
Percent change:+2.7%
National
2024 average cost:$5,375/mo
2023 average cost:$5,129/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Sanford, 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 Sanford.

What families are saying about assisted living in Sanford

Recent reviews for assisted living in Sanford

River Oaks Place - Loudon

5.0
I've enjoyed all the times I've been here.

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.

Oaks at Dalton

5.0
The staff are caring and kind. The meals are good. They keep you well informed. Moving in was easy. I would highly recommend The Oaks at Dalton to others.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Homey and friendly staff. Residents and families praise the kindness and attentiveness of staff members at various communities, such as Brookdale Sandy Springs, Morning Pointe of Lenoir City, and American House Shallowford, who make residents feel welcome and at home.
Delicious and varied meals. Reviews consistently highlight the importance of quality meals for residents' overall satisfaction. Communities like The Crossings at Tellico Village, Sycamore Trace, and Brookdale Cleveland have received positive feedback for their delicious, well-prepared meals that cater to individual p ...
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Engaging activities for residents. Communities like Small Town Senior Living and The Courtyard, The Canopy at Boynton Ridge, and Dominion Senior Living Crossville offer a range of activities to keep residents engaged and active, including regular outings and social events, crafts, games, and entertainment.
Thoughtful and personalized care. Families appreciate the individualized attention given to their loved ones at communities like Signal Mountain Senior Living, Sycamore Trace, and Brookdale Hixson, where staff members go above and beyond to meet residents' unique needs and ensure their comfort and safety.
Impeccably clean facilities. Reviews often mention the importance of cleanliness for both residents' comfort and peace of mind. Communities like StoryPoint Chattanooga, Oaks at Ellijay, and Charter of Cleveland have received positive feedback for their commitment to maintaining a clean and well-maintained environment. ...
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Clear and consistent communication. Families value regular and transparent communication with staff at communities like Sycamore Trace, Southern Oaks Assisted Living, and TerraBella Athens, allowing them to stay informed about their loved ones' care and any changes or updates.
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Sanford review score based on 277 family reviews

8.4
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This proprietary review score is based on 277 reviews of 87 Sanford assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Sanford 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

Sanford review score compared against nearby cities

8.4
Sanford, TN87 facilities
8.7
Calhoun, TN13 facilities
8.8
Charleston, TN9 facilities

Review subcategories for Sanford 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 277 reviews of 87 Sanford assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Sanford 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.
Sanford, TN averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.0
4.1
Friendliness
4.1
4.2
Care services
3.8
3.8
Staff
3.9
4.0
Meals & dining
3.6
3.7
Activities
3.7
3.7
Value for cost*
3.6
3.7
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Sanford assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Sanford assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Sanford, 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 Sanford 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 Sanford that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Sanford, TNNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
57.5%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
43.7%
33.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
97.7%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
64.4%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
36.8%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97.7%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
55.2%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
67.8%
52.4%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Sanford 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 Sanford Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Sanford, TNNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
55.2%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
31%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
40.2%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
14.9%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Sanford 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 Sanford partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Sanford, TNNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
39.1%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
47.1%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
44.8%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
46%
36.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
12.6%
17.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Sanford 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 Sanford communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Sanford, TNNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
23%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
47.1%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
34.5%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.9%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Sanford 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 Sanford offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Sanford, TNNational
Activity director
Activity director
49.4%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
28.7%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
32.2%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
57.5%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
51.7%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
66.7%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
49.4%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
37.9%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
36.8%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50.6%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
49.4%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
32.2%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20.7%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
48.3%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in Sanford

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 Sanford protect seniors.
Learn about Tennessee assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

Sycamore Trace, Dalton Square and Brookdale Sandy Springs are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Sanford, Tennessee. See full list of communities.
There are 99 assisted living facilities near Sanford, Tennessee. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Sanford, Tennessee are Sycamore Trace, StoryPoint Chattanooga and Brookdale Mount Vernon Drive. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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