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9 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Scott, TN

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Assisted living costs in Scott average about $3,619 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 9 communities in Scott. Our detailed directory has 188 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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33 Floor plans available
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Visiting my mother and knowing she so well cared for and happy keeps me at ease. This place is well maintained with a very courteous staff! They always go above and beyond. I’m thankful to know I don’t have...
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.
Sycamore Trace is an exclusive assisted living community for seniors located in Kingston, Tennessee. Sycamore Trace is home to inviting waterways, a robust Recreational life and breathtaking vistas. Nestled on hill just a few short steps down a walking path to the lakeside parks … Residents can...
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9.3
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9.3
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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...
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44 Floor plans available
7.7
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7.7
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Its reputation, the initial walk-thru convinced me that the staff is was capable and caring. The facilities are so clean. The Activities Director is energetic and caring. I would highly recommend Dominion to...
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.
A state-of-the-art, brand new community! Dominion Senior Living of Athens offers assisted living services and memory care to seniors living in Athens, Tennessee. Our community is located on a 10-acre property including a scenic pond, walking path and sensory gardens – which all encourage resident...
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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...
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I like the place every one is very nice and my aunt loves the place. I would recommend this community to others who are searching for a place.
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Enter the Courtyard at Deer Ridge where it is our mission to enhance the quality of life for senior adults. A family owned and operated establishment, it is our goal to provide a comfortable, beautiful and secure atmosphere with caring, personalized assistance. Situated on the 25 private acres of...
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This place is amazing!! There is probably a lot of fancier facilities but the staff here make up for that. They treat every resident like they are family. Its like one big famiky here, I've only been here a...
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.
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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.
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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....
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Cost of assisted living in Scott, TN

The average cost of senior living in Scott is $3,619 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Sweetwater, TN with an average of $3,611 per month.

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

Scott, TN
$3,619/mo
$4,471/mo

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

Scott, TN
$3,619/mo
U.S. national average
$4,705/mo

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

Assisted Living
$3,619/mo
$3,766/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,488/mo
Studio
$4,502/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,293/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,373/mo

Senior living costs in Scott 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: Scott, TN
Column state: Tennessee
Column national: U.S.
Community typeScott, TNTennesseeU.S.
Assisted Living$3,619/mo$4,273/mo$4,705/mo
Memory Care$3,766/mo$4,365/mo$4,955/mo
Independent Living$3,308/mo$3,789/mo$4,161/mo
Assisted Living
Scott, TN:$3,619/mo
Tennessee:$4,273/mo
U.S.:$4,705/mo
Memory Care
Scott, TN:$3,766/mo
Tennessee:$4,365/mo
U.S.:$4,955/mo
Independent Living
Scott, TN:$3,308/mo
Tennessee:$3,789/mo
U.S.:$4,161/mo
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Assisted living costs in Scott, TN, over time

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

Scott, TNTN stateNational

Assisted living cost trends in Scott, TN

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Scott 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
Scott, TN$4,327/mo$4,242/mo+2.0%
Tennessee$4,570/mo$4,420/mo+3.4%
National$5,322/mo$5,091/mo+4.5%
Scott, TN
2024 average cost:$4,327/mo
2023 average cost:$4,242/mo
Percent change:+2.0%
Tennessee
2024 average cost:$4,570/mo
2023 average cost:$4,420/mo
Percent change:+3.4%
National
2024 average cost:$5,322/mo
2023 average cost:$5,091/mo
Percent change:+4.5%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Scott, 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 Scott.

What families are saying about assisted living in Scott

Recent reviews for assisted living in Scott

River Oaks Place - Loudon

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

Prestige Assisted Living in Loudon, TN

5.0
Our experience with Prestige Assisted Living has been a good one, overall. My loved one has some special needs and they've been very accommodating and able to handle everything we've asked of them, it's just a nice place in general, and I would recommend it to others looking into care in the ...
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Jamestowne in Kingston, TN

5.0
We are very pleased with James Town! The quality of care and activities provided are wonderful. It is definitely a blessing to know that my father is in good hands and is being taken care of by people who truly care for him.

Scott review score based on 44 family reviews

9.1
Review score8 facilities44 reviewsWrite a review
This proprietary review score is based on 44 reviews of 8 Scott assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Scott 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

Scott review score compared against nearby cities

9.1
Scott, TN8 facilities
8.9
Spring City, TN17 facilities
8.8
Decatur, TN5 facilities

Review subcategories for Scott 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 44 reviews of 8 Scott assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Scott 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.
Scott, TN averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.2
4.1
Friendliness
4.4
4.2
Care services
4.2
3.8
Staff
4.3
4.0
Meals & dining
4.1
3.7
Activities
4.0
3.7
Value for cost*
4.1
3.7
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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Scott assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Scott assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Scott, 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 Scott 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 Scott that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Scott, TNNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
50%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
50%
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
62.5%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
37.5%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
62.5%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
75%
52.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Scott 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 Scott Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Scott, TNNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
50%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
25%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
37.5%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
12.5%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Scott 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 Scott partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Scott, TNNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
37.5%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
37.5%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
62.5%
36.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
12.5%
17.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Scott 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 Scott communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Scott, TNNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
37.5%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
50%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
50%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
37.5%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Scott 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 Scott offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Scott, TNNational
Activity director
Activity director
50%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
12.5%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
50%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
62.5%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
37.5%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
50%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
50%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
50%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in Scott

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Sycamore Trace, TerraBella Athens and Dominion Senior Living of Athens are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Scott, Tennessee. See full list of communities.
There are 9 assisted living facilities near Scott, Tennessee. See the full list.
The best assisted living facility near you in Scott, Tennessee is Sycamore Trace. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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