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Assisted living costs in Speedwell average about $3,898 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 68 communities in Speedwell. Our detailed directory has 1351 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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While my mother was here everything was actually excellent. I was very pleased with the staff, the nurses, and the food services. Since we had a specific budget this facility didn’t have a base fee then...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
Situated on 9 beautiful acres of land in the heart of downtown, Regency Retirement Village offers all the warmth of small town living with access to all Morristown has to offer. The lovely community offers Independent Living and Assisted Living apartments, as well as The Renaissance...
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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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Our mom has lived at Shannondale Assisted Living for about 4 years. While her mind and body have declined during her 90 years, we find peace in the fact that she is so happy everyday. The staff at...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Freedom Senior Living is 5 stars all the way around, the staff members treat the residents like family, they genuinely care about each and everyone of them. They go above and beyond to make them feel...
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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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.
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We've had a very good experience with Autumn Care, overall! The facility itself looks very nice, they do a great job of keeping it clean, and there's usually some sort of activity going on for the residents....
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.
Autumn Care Autumn Care is a family-owned assisted living community in scenic Knoxville, Knox County, Tennessee. Our cozy, welcoming community is located in a quiet residential neighborhood surrounded by mature trees and lush green lawns. Knoxville offers the perfect mix of Southern hospitality,...
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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.
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.
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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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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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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, 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.
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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.

Cost of assisted living in Speedwell, TN

The average cost of senior living in Speedwell is $3,898 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Bean Station, TN with an average of $3,005 per month.

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

Speedwell, TN
$3,898/mo
$3,607/mo

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

Speedwell, TN
$3,898/mo
U.S. national average
$4,705/mo

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

Assisted Living
$3,898/mo
$3,927/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,084/mo
Studio
$4,496/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,040/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,468/mo

Senior living costs in Speedwell 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: Speedwell, TN
Column state: Tennessee
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSpeedwell, TNTennesseeU.S.
Assisted Living$3,898/mo$4,273/mo$4,705/mo
Memory Care$3,927/mo$4,365/mo$4,955/mo
Independent Living$3,368/mo$3,789/mo$4,161/mo
Assisted Living
Speedwell, TN:$3,898/mo
Tennessee:$4,273/mo
U.S.:$4,705/mo
Memory Care
Speedwell, TN:$3,927/mo
Tennessee:$4,365/mo
U.S.:$4,955/mo
Independent Living
Speedwell, TN:$3,368/mo
Tennessee:$3,789/mo
U.S.:$4,161/mo
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Assisted living costs in Speedwell, TN, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Speedwell 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
Speedwell, TN$4,389/mo$4,341/mo+1.1%
Tennessee$4,552/mo$4,433/mo+2.7%
National$5,375/mo$5,129/mo+4.8%
Speedwell, TN
2024 average cost:$4,389/mo
2023 average cost:$4,341/mo
Percent change:+1.1%
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 Speedwell, 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 Speedwell.

What families are saying about assisted living in Speedwell

Recent reviews for assisted living in Speedwell

Autumn Care in Knoxville, TN

4.5
They are doing a great job. The only thing is the scheduled cleaning is once a week and I think they may need it a little more often. I have been overall very pleased with Autumn care and with Brenda the administrator, they helped make this as painless as possible. They eat well and enjoy the ...
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Heritage Assisted Living Fountain City Knoxville TN

5.0
Overall it has been a very positive experience for my Mom at Heritage Assisted Living Fountain City. The facility is reasonably clean and the staff is very friendly. I believe the care has and continues to be as well as could be received in any assisted living facility. The meals are provided ...
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Heritage Assisted Living West Knoxville TN

4.7
Heritage Assisted Living feels more like a family environment. The lady [name removed] who initially took us on the tour did a really good job and was very informative. The staff members are very involved with the residents and the care services are excellent. When we do come to visit it seems ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and caring staff. Many reviews express appreciation for the caring and compassionate nature of the staff at various communities. For example, at The Courtyards Senior Living at Oak Ridge, the staff worked hard to help families find ways to care for their loved ones and were there to provide support, while at C ...
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Variety of activities to encourage engagement. Activities were a key feature mentioned in many reviews, with families praising the wide range of offerings at communities like StoryPoint Knoxville West, Rain Forest Landings, and TerraBella Morristown. These included concerts, choir performances, movies, Bingo, Bible studies, and more, p ...
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Thoughtful communication with families and residents. Clear and effective communication was another highlight for many families. For instance, at Viva Senior Living at Oak Ridge, the management team was responsive and helpful whenever needed, while at Clover Hill Senior Living, the staff regularly updated families on care needs and kept them in ...
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Nutritious meals with individual preferences considered. Quality food was a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their community. For example, at Heritage Assisted Living Fountain City Knoxville TN, meals were described as good, while at Wellington Manor Knoxville, the chef accommodated dietary restrictions and individual preferenc ...
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Clean and updated living spaces. Reviews often praised the cleanliness and upkeep of the communities, including private rooms, communal areas, and outdoor spaces. For instance, at The Pointe at Lifespring Senior Living, the bathrooms were updated, and the high-end furniture in the library was appreciated. At American House W ...
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Personalized care for various care needs. Residents and their families appreciated the accommodating nature of caregivers at various communities. For example, at Deane Hill Place, quick and thoughtful adjustments by staff made the moving process easier, while at Trinity Hills of Knoxville, the facilities provided personalized care t ...
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Speedwell review score based on 303 family reviews

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This proprietary review score is based on 303 reviews of 63 Speedwell assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Speedwell 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

Speedwell review score compared against nearby cities

8.2
Speedwell, TN63 facilities
8.4
New Tazewell, TN5 facilities
8.6
Harrogate, TN40 facilities

Review subcategories for Speedwell 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 303 reviews of 63 Speedwell assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Speedwell 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.
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Cleanliness
3.9
4.1
Friendliness
4.0
4.2
Care services
3.7
3.8
Staff
3.8
4.0
Meals & dining
3.5
3.7
Activities
3.6
3.7
Value for cost*
3.6
3.7
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Speedwell assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Speedwell assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Speedwell, 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 Speedwell 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 Speedwell 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
68.3%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
54%
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
73%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
41.3%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
71.4%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
71.4%
52.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Speedwell 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 Speedwell Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Speedwell, TNNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
71.4%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
41.3%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
54%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
23.8%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Speedwell 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 Speedwell partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Speedwell, TNNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
41.3%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
47.6%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
46%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
49.2%
36.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
22.2%
17.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Speedwell 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 Speedwell communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Speedwell, TNNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
38.1%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
47.6%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
42.9%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
17.5%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Speedwell 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 Speedwell offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Speedwell, TNNational
Activity director
Activity director
58.7%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
46%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
42.9%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
68.3%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
58.7%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
73%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
57.1%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
44.4%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
50.8%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
58.7%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
58.7%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
41.3%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
22.2%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
58.7%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in Speedwell

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