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10 Best Independent Living Communities in De Kalb County, TN

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The average monthly cost of Independent Living in Tennessee is $3,063, according to A Place for Mom’s proprietary data. This can serve as a helpful benchmark for what families in the De Kalb County area can expect to pay. Pricing may vary based on the community’s location, your loved one’s care needs, and any additional services or amenities.

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I was at a loss as to where to place my 61yr old husband. The dr suggested Lakeshore Heartland and I knew it was the right placement for him when I walked through the door. I had such a strong feeling of...
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.
Heartland Senior Community is an assisted living residence located in the vibrant and exciting Nashville, Tennessee. You will be able to enjoy the calm and serenity of retirement living while being only a short van or car ride away from all that Nashville has to offer. The well-kept grounds and...
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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.
When you have made the decision that assisted living is the best choice for you or someone you love, you'll find a welcome home at Celebration Way in Shelbyville. All the help you need is right here, but you may not notice it right away. That's part of the charm. We believe in being felt more...
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The staff is great and easy to communicate with. I enjoy that he is able to make his own meals and we can join him for meals. The Dandridge Tower offers activities for the residents to enjoy. The community...
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Dandridge Tower is a community apartment complex for seniors, located in Nashville, Davidson County, Tennessee. Nashville is most famous for its music. Nashville is an extremely attractive city, with many things to do and see. Tennessee boasts a warm climate, which attracts many visitors....
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Cost of independent living in De Kalb County, TN

The average cost of senior living in Tennessee is $3,063 per month as compared to $3,520 in the United States.

Independent living costs in De Kalb County, TN, by floor plan type

Studio
$3,083/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,187/mo

Senior living costs in Tennessee vs. 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 state: Tennessee
Column national: U.S.
Column costDifference: Cost difference
Community typeTennesseeU.S.Cost difference
Independent Living$3,063/mo$3,520/mo13.0% below national median
Assisted Living$5,215/mo$5,830/mo10.5% below national median
Memory Care$5,992/mo$6,999/mo14.4% below national median
Independent Living
Tennessee:$3,063/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Cost difference:13.0% below national median
Assisted Living
Tennessee:$5,215/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Cost difference:10.5% below national median
Memory Care
Tennessee:$5,992/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Cost difference:14.4% below national median
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What families are saying about independent living in De Kalb County

Recent reviews for independent living in De Kalb County

Dandridge Tower in Nashville, TN

4.0
In general things seem to be going well for my loved on at Dandridge Tower. It's a nice enough looking place, but what really sets it apart is the people. Everyone is so friendly, and so welcoming! It's really a tight knit community. My loved one can be a bit of a shut-in, but she's always got ...
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Cedar Hills Senior Living in Cookeville, TN

5.0
When we had my loved one living here it worked out well, for her. We did not experience problems.

Morningside of Cookeville

4.7
Everything is just fine at Morningside of Cookeville. The meals are very good. We have been very pleased with this facility. They do have plenty of activities that are offered though the resident does not participate in them. It has been a good experience so far.

De Kalb County independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in De Kalb County independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in De Kalb County, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select dietary accommodations in De Kalb County independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of De Kalb County 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
38.5%
21.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
41%
35.7%
No sugar
No sugar
35.9%
32%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
38.5%
34.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
25.6%
11.7%
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Availability of select dining options in De Kalb County independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of De Kalb County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
28.2%
37.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
51.3%
44.8%
Room service
Room service
33.3%
38.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
11.5%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in De Kalb County independent 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 independent living communities in De Kalb County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
47.4%
46.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
24.4%
29.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
34.6%
34.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
53.8%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
55.1%
50.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
57.7%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
47.4%
44.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
29.5%
39.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
39.7%
43%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
48.7%
48.3%
Live performances
Live performances
48.7%
48.1%
Dances
Dances
29.5%
34.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25.6%
40.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
48.7%
47.6%
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Frequently Asked Questions

The McKendree Senior Living, Rutland Place Senior Living and Clarendale at Indian Lake are the top-rated independent living facilities near De Kalb County, Tennessee. See full list of communities.
There are 78 independent living facilities near De Kalb County, Tennessee. See the full list.
The best independent living facility near you in De Kalb County, Tennessee is Vitality Living Hendersonville. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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