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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Short Creek, TN

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Assisted living costs in Short Creek average about $5,347 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 131 communities in Short Creek. Our detailed directory has 3402 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Murfreesboro, Smyrna and Tullahoma.

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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They have been great for us, very friendly very helpful. Sunrise Home Care has all the tools in place to fit our loved ones needs perfectly and do a wonderfully fantastic job at those care needs. Would...
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.
Sunrise Home Care is a residential care home in Nashville, TN, located in Davidson County. Known as 'Music City,' Nashville has a rich, lively music scene and is the home to a number of well-known and beginner musicians. Nashville is more than just a city full of budding artists; it has a...
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My father has been in 3 hospital and 3 nursing homes in 3 months and this one twice and I just love it here.. If you have a problem the staff all works hard to help solve your issues and its really a...
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 Meadows is a non-profit, private pay facility offering residents a continuum of care from independent living to intermediate nursing care. The facility was designed with seniors in mind with wide hallway on a single level, carpeted throughout. The Meadows offers a varied array of services...
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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 Tree Of Life Residential Care LLC
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 The Waters of Gallatin
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
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.
Nursing homes are many things to many people. Whatever your needs, our goal is to provide compassionate nursing care in a clean, comfortable setting where you will feel at home. Individualized attention begins as soon as you are admitted, and our skilled nurses meet with you regularly to discuss...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Residential Care Home
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.
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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Cost of assisted living in Short Creek, TN

The average cost of senior living in Short Creek is $5,347 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Petersburg, TN with an average of $4,329 per month.

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

Short Creek, TN
$5,347/mo
U.S. national average
$5,830/mo

Assisted living costs in Short Creek, TN, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$5,347/mo
$6,124/mo

Assisted living costs in Short Creek, TN, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,130/mo
Studio
$4,459/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,843/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,993/mo

Senior living costs in Short Creek 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: Short Creek, TN
Column state: Tennessee
Column national: U.S.
Community typeShort Creek, TNTennesseeU.S.
Assisted Living$5,347/mo$5,215/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$6,124/mo$5,992/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living$3,159/mo$3,063/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Short Creek, TN:$5,347/mo
Tennessee:$5,215/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Short Creek, TN:$6,124/mo
Tennessee:$5,992/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Short Creek, TN:$3,159/mo
Tennessee:$3,063/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Assisted living costs in Short Creek, TN, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Short Creek 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 average 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
Short Creek, TN$4,671/mo$4,509/mo+3.6%
Tennessee$4,697/mo$4,626/mo+1.5%
National$5,510/mo$5,285/mo+4.2%
Short Creek, TN
2024 average cost:$4,671/mo
2023 average cost:$4,509/mo
Percent change:+3.6%
Tennessee
2024 average cost:$4,697/mo
2023 average cost:$4,626/mo
Percent change:+1.5%
National
2024 average cost:$5,510/mo
2023 average cost:$5,285/mo
Percent change:+4.2%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Short Creek, 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 Short Creek.

What families are saying about assisted living in Short Creek

Recent reviews for assisted living in Short Creek

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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Autumn Oaks in Manchester, TN

4.0
Things are going well for my mother since her move to the Autumn Oaks. She is happy, the food is good and the staff is very friendly and welcoming. She is still adjusting but so far everything is going well.

Viva Senior Living at Lincoln Manor in Fayetteville, TN

5.0
Our experience was great, the director was very hands on and had great communication. The nursing staff was very professional and experience which we appreciated. The rooms were pretty good size for the money.

Short Creek review score based on 774 family reviews

8.6
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This proprietary review score is based on 774 reviews of 131 Short Creek assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Short Creek 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

Short Creek review score compared against nearby cities

8.6
Short Creek, TN131 facilities
8.5
Shelbyville, TN106 facilities
8.6
Mount Juliet, TN126 facilities

Review subcategories for Short Creek 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 774 reviews of 131 Short Creek assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Short Creek 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.
Short Creek, TN averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.1
3.4
Friendliness
3.2
3.5
Care services
2.8
3.2
Staff
3.0
3.4
Meals & dining
2.8
3.1
Activities
2.8
3.1
Value for cost*
2.8
3.1
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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Short Creek assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Short Creek assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Short Creek, 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 Short Creek 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 Short Creek 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
64.1%
53.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
55.7%
34.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
94.7%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.5%
97.7%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
72.5%
57.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
42%
30.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
95.4%
96.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
71.8%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
73.3%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Short Creek 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 Short Creek Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Short Creek, TNNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
69.5%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
40.5%
33.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
57.3%
41.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
13.7%
13.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Short Creek 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 Short Creek 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
46.6%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
52.7%
42.1%
No sugar
No sugar
44.3%
38.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
43.5%
37.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
29.8%
19.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Short Creek 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 Short Creek communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
34.4%
32.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
55.7%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
39.7%
37.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16%
18.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Short Creek 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 Short Creek offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Short Creek, TNNational
Activity director
Activity director
55%
47.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
31.3%
31.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
35.9%
31.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
62.6%
50.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
58.8%
50.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
64.9%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50.4%
42.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
35.1%
36.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
45%
39.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
55.7%
47.9%
Live performances
Live performances
55.7%
48%
Dances
Dances
33.6%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
29%
25.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
54.2%
47.1%
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State regulations for assisted living in Short Creek

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

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Clarendale West End, The McKendree Senior Living and The Lodge at Natchez Trace are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Short Creek, Tennessee. See full list of communities.
There are 131 assisted living facilities near Short Creek, Tennessee. See the full list.
The best assisted living facility near you in Short Creek, Tennessee is Vitality Living Hendersonville. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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