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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Stinking Creek, TN

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Assisted living costs in Stinking Creek average about $3,806 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 68 communities in Stinking Creek. Our detailed directory has 1361 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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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
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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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My Dad was 87 years old when he moved into the Darby House after my Mom passed away. He loved living there. He found the staff very friendly and helpful and enjoyed having some independence, although he...
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.
Darby House is located in Jefferson City, Tennessee - a lovely community centered around the scenic campus of Carson-Newman College. Situated near the center of town with its shopping malls, supermarkets, churches and its access to Carson-Newman Campus; Darby House is especially convenient for...
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We chose Signature Lifestyles because of the location as well as the value for the money. The room sizes here are really good, she just moved up a size from the studio. They have been good with communication...
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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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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Absolutely wonderful! All staff is loving, caring and giving! Great place to work – visit – live! Great home for “community living” I love it here!!
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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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
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, 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.

Cost of assisted living in Stinking Creek, TN

The average cost of senior living in Stinking Creek is $3,806 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Rutledge, TN with an average of $3,056 per month.

Assisted living costs in Stinking Creek, TN, vs. nearby cities

Stinking Creek, TN
$3,806/mo
$3,783/mo

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

Stinking Creek, TN
$3,806/mo
U.S. national average
$4,705/mo

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

Assisted Living
$3,806/mo
$3,835/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,865/mo
Studio
$4,397/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,935/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,562/mo

Senior living costs in Stinking Creek vs. state and national costs

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Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Stinking Creek, TN
Column state: Tennessee
Column national: U.S.
Community typeStinking Creek, TNTennesseeU.S.
Assisted Living$3,806/mo$4,273/mo$4,705/mo
Memory Care$3,835/mo$4,365/mo$4,955/mo
Independent Living$3,298/mo$3,789/mo$4,161/mo
Assisted Living
Stinking Creek, TN:$3,806/mo
Tennessee:$4,273/mo
U.S.:$4,705/mo
Memory Care
Stinking Creek, TN:$3,835/mo
Tennessee:$4,365/mo
U.S.:$4,955/mo
Independent Living
Stinking Creek, TN:$3,298/mo
Tennessee:$3,789/mo
U.S.:$4,161/mo
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Assisted living costs in Stinking Creek, TN, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Stinking 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 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
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Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Stinking Creek, TN$4,282/mo$4,325/mo-1.0%
Tennessee$4,552/mo$4,433/mo+2.7%
National$5,375/mo$5,129/mo+4.8%
Stinking Creek, TN
2024 average cost:$4,282/mo
2023 average cost:$4,325/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 Stinking 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 Stinking Creek.

What families are saying about assisted living in Stinking Creek

Recent reviews for assisted living in Stinking Creek

Bluegrass Senior Living in Somerset, KY

5.0
We love it. My loved one is happy here, and has more friends now than before. The staff are wonderful to work with, friendly, helpful, and accommodating with the family and residents. The staff are willing to assist my loved one with their food choices.

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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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Caring and attentive staff. Residents and their families consistently praise the kindness and dedication of the staff across various communities, including The Courtyards Senior Living at Oak Ridge, South High Senior Living, and American House West Knoxville. They go above and beyond to ensure residents feel cared fo ...
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Variety of activities for residents. Activities are a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their community. Communities like Highlands Square, Rain Forest Landings, and Wellington Manor Knoxville offer a wide range of activities, including exercises, crafts, games, and outings, that cater to residents' interes ...
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Clean and well-maintained living spaces. Cleanliness and upkeep are critical for the comfort and safety of residents. Communities such as Arbor Terrace of Knoxville, StoryPoint Knoxville West, and Sycamore Trace are commended for their clean and well-maintained interiors and exteriors, ensuring residents can enjoy their living sp ...
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Quality and nutritious meals. Meals are a significant part of residents' daily lives, and the quality of food is a key consideration. Communities including The Pointe at Lifespring Senior Living, Knoxville Landing, and Rain Forest Landings are recognized for their delicious, nutritious meals that cater to residents' di ...
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Engaging social environment. Building a sense of community and encouraging socialization are essential for residents' emotional well-being. Communities like Viva Senior Living at Oak Ridge, Sycamore Trace, and StoryPoint Knoxville West provide opportunities for residents to engage with one another through shared inter ...
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Effective communication between staff and families. Open and honest communication between staff and families is crucial for ensuring residents' care needs are met and for maintaining peace of mind. Communities such as The Groves at Oak Ridge Assisted Living and Memory Care, Deane Hill Place, and Rain Forest Landings prioritize clear and con ...
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Stinking Creek review score based on 312 family reviews

8.1
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This proprietary review score is based on 312 reviews of 62 Stinking Creek assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Stinking 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

Stinking Creek review score compared against nearby cities

8.1
Stinking Creek, TN62 facilities
8.0
Jellico, TN61 facilities
8.3
La Follette, TN76 facilities

Review subcategories for Stinking 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 312 reviews of 62 Stinking Creek assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Stinking 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.
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Cleanliness
4.0
4.1
Friendliness
4.1
4.2
Care services
3.8
3.8
Staff
4.0
4.0
Meals & dining
3.7
3.7
Activities
3.7
3.7
Value for cost*
3.8
3.7
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Stinking Creek assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Stinking Creek assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Stinking 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 Stinking 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 Stinking Creek that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Stinking Creek, TNNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
62.9%
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
67.7%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
43.5%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
66.1%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
66.1%
52.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Stinking 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 Stinking Creek Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Stinking Creek, TNNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
66.1%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
35.5%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
50%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
21%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Stinking 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 Stinking Creek partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Stinking Creek, TNNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
38.7%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
46.8%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
45.2%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
46.8%
36.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
16.1%
17.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Stinking 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 Stinking Creek communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Stinking Creek, TNNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
38.7%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
46.8%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
41.9%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
21%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Stinking 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 Stinking Creek offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Stinking Creek, TNNational
Activity director
Activity director
54.8%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
41.9%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
43.5%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
62.9%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
56.5%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
67.7%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
51.6%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
45.2%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
48.4%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
56.5%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
56.5%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
45.2%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
19.4%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
58.1%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in Stinking 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 Stinking Creek protect seniors.
Learn about Tennessee assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

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Sycamore Trace, Knoxville Landing and Highlands Square are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Stinking Creek, Tennessee. See full list of communities.
There are 68 assisted living facilities near Stinking Creek, Tennessee. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Stinking Creek, Tennessee are Sycamore Trace and StoryPoint Knoxville West. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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