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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Elgin, TN
The cost of independent living in Elgin is about $3,090 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 102 options. Read 1294 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.
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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.
Wellington Place of Kingston is known for its caring staff and homey environment. When you visit WP of Kingston you see for yourself the home like atmosphere. Dining itself is an experience every resident enjoys with down home cooking and plenty of socializing. Residents look forward to the...
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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
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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: Senior Apartments
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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.
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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.
Provides: Independent Living
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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.
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.
Cumberland Ridge Assisted Living has served the beautiful Cumberland Plateau since 1997. Located in Crossville, Tennessee – home of the Cumberland County Playhouse, numerous wineries, ten golf courses and outlet shopping; Cumberland Ridge is a quality facility for those who would like to enjoy...
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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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Beautiful facility with a band new exquisite wing adding 20 suites. Staff is wonderful, caring & attentive. I’ve had experience with other properties who look great in appearance and talk it up in the tour,...
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.
Autumn Care Assisted Living Autumn Care Assisted Living is an assisted living community taking care of seniors and is nestled among the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains in Knoxville, Tennessee. Our assisted living community has beautiful outdoor patio and garden areas that give our...
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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Provides: Senior Apartments
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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.
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, 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.
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.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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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.
Located in the Monticello Community Center in Monticello, Minnesota, you will find the Monticello Senior Center. It is a community focal point that provides services that cater to older adults and their families. The center offers a multitude of programs to area residents. We strive to provide a...
Provides: Senior Apartments
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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.
Albany Commons is located in the beautiful Westerville, Ohio area, just outside of the Hoover Reservoir and Blendon Woods Metropolitan Park. Many of our senior citizens are given opportunities to visit these places, as they have become very popular sites in the past. Our community has become a...
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.
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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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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
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.
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,...
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.
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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The community is very neat and clean. They go above and beyond to help the residence when they can. The staff is friendly and caring and they have lots of activities going on. I would recommend this...
Provides: Independent Living
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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.
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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.
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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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
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Cost of independent living in Elgin, TN
The average cost of senior living in Elgin is $3,090 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Byrdstown, TN with an average of $240 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Elgin, TN vs. nearby cities
Elgin, TN
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Elgin, TN vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Elgin vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Elgin, TN by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in Elgin
Recent reviews for independent living in Elgin
The Pointe at Lifespring in Knoxville, TN
5.0
The Pointe has been a wonderful place for my parents!
The staff don't turn over often and are very kind and loving with the residents. They truly care and keep us informed of anything going on.
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The Pinnacle On Schaeffer in Knoxville, TN
5.0
This was an excellent place for my loved one. My loved one was not able to stay long due to having to go to back to the hospital. We had a limited experience but why he was there he liked the community. The staff were very caring and took care of all needs.
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Friendly and attentive staff. Residents and families express appreciation for the staff's kindness and dedication to getting to know their needs at Viva Senior Living at Oak Ridge, Park Place of Fountain City, and Holiday Echo Ridge. They go the extra mile to accommodate residents and provide assistance, ensuring a wel ...
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Social opportunities and activities. Activities at Park Place of Fountain City, Park Place of West Knoxville, and Holiday Echo Ridge contribute to a vibrant community life. Residents participate in games, crafts, and social events, forming friendships and staying engaged with their peers.
Clean and well-maintained facilities. Reviews at Park Place of Fountain City, Park Place of West Knoxville, and Holiday Echo Ridge highlight the importance of cleanliness and upkeep, with many residents expressing satisfaction with the overall condition of their living spaces and common areas.
Varied menu options for dining. Residents at Sherrill Hills Retirement Resort, Park Place of Fountain City, and Park Place of West Knoxville praise the quality and diversity of the meal offerings, with some expressing appreciation for accommodations of dietary restrictions and individual preferences.
Accessible transportation and care. For residents at Viva Senior Living at Oak Ridge, Park Place of West Knoxville, and Holiday Echo Ridge, transportation to medical appointments and assistance with daily living activities provide peace of mind and convenience, making their experiences more enjoyable.
Communication and responsiveness. Families and residents at Park Place of Fountain City, Park Place of West Knoxville, and Holiday Echo Ridge value clear and consistent communication, with staff making efforts to keep everyone informed and address concerns in a timely manner.
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Elgin independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Elgin independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Elgin, 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 Elgin 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 Elgin 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
26.6%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
26.6%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
26.6%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
29.8%
32.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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Availability of select dining options in Elgin 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 Elgin communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Elgin, TNNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
25.5%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
28.7%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
23.4%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Elgin 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 Elgin offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
36.2%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25.5%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
29.8%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
42.6%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
35.1%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
47.9%
53.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
34%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
31.9%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
34%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
37.2%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
35.1%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
28.7%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
18.1%
39.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
37.2%
45.7%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Sycamore Trace, StoryPoint Knoxville West and Park Place of Fountain City are the top-rated independent living facilities near Elgin, Tennessee. See full list of communities.
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The best independent living facilities near you in Elgin, Tennessee are Sycamore Trace and StoryPoint Knoxville West. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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