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The cost of independent living in Etowah is about $3,659 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 138 options. Read 2136 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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Yesterday, my family celebrated the beautiful life of my Aunt [Removed]. Today, we give God thanks for the wonderful team at Blue Ridge Assisted Living & Memory Care. I am thankful to have seen their...
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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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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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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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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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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Really appreciate the great care my mother receives here. She is happy and has made friends. It's a real relief to know that the staff is very caring and aware of what is happening with the residents.
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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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.
The Health Center at Standifer Place is a unique, comprehensive facility. From Independent Living, to Assisted Living, to compassionate Hospice care, HCSP provides options for successive stages of life and changing levels of ability. Residents have convenient access to services on the journey...
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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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Overall it's very good. The cost is fine. I think the aides and the medical people could have a lot of improvement. I think they have some really good people, and then they have some who are not as good. ...
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.
Martin Boyd Christian Home was founded in 1984 by the local Churches of Christ. The original facility opened with 9 residents and 10 employees and has grown to house over 100 residents with a staff of over 50. The facility has grown to include 3 levels of care ranging from assisted care to...
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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.
At Standifer Place, the abilities and individual requirements of each resident are assessed prior to admission. The goal is to provide each resident with the assistance necessary to remain safe and healthy while encouraging independence and activity. Residents get personalized care at an...
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The owners of Stonehenge Senior Living, [names removed], care deeply about seniors and their quality of life. The facility is clean. Each staff member cares about each resident. They are diligent with...
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
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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.
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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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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.
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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.
Shannondale of Maryville opened in March of 2002. We are a Membership Based Community offering Continuing Care to our residents. Our 34-acre campus offers 66 Independent Living Homes & Villas and 89 Retirement Center Apartments -Though each of our facilities is unique in character they are...
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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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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,...

Cost of independent living in Etowah, TN

The average cost of senior living in Etowah is $3,659 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Lakesite, TN with an average of $3,307 per month.

Independent living costs in Etowah, TN, vs. nearby cities

Etowah, TN
$3,659/mo
$3,676/mo
$3,613/mo

Independent living costs in Etowah, TN, vs. state and national averages

Etowah, TN
$3,659/mo
U.S. national average
$4,161/mo

Independent living costs in Etowah, TN, vs. other senior living options

$4,067/mo
Independent Living
$3,659/mo

Independent living costs in Etowah, TN, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,776/mo
Studio
$4,348/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,722/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,184/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,200/mo

Senior living costs in Etowah 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: Etowah, TN
Column state: Tennessee
Column national: U.S.
Community typeEtowah, TNTennesseeU.S.
Independent Living$3,659/mo$3,789/mo$4,161/mo
Assisted Living$3,949/mo$4,273/mo$4,705/mo
Memory Care$4,067/mo$4,365/mo$4,955/mo
Independent Living
Etowah, TN:$3,659/mo
Tennessee:$3,789/mo
U.S.:$4,161/mo
Assisted Living
Etowah, TN:$3,949/mo
Tennessee:$4,273/mo
U.S.:$4,705/mo
Memory Care
Etowah, TN:$4,067/mo
Tennessee:$4,365/mo
U.S.:$4,955/mo
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Independent living costs in Etowah, TN, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Etowah 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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Independent living cost trends in Etowah, TN

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Etowah 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
Etowah, TN$2,736/mo$2,743/mo-0.3%
Tennessee$2,903/mo$2,940/mo-1.3%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Etowah, TN
2024 average cost:$2,736/mo
2023 average cost:$2,743/mo
Percent change:-0.3%
Tennessee
2024 average cost:$2,903/mo
2023 average cost:$2,940/mo
Percent change:-1.3%
National
2024 average cost:$3,261/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in Etowah

Recent reviews for independent living in Etowah

River Oaks Place - Loudon

5.0
I've enjoyed all the times I've been here.

Morning Pointe of Chattanooga at Shallowford

5.0
I absolutely love it and my Dad seems to like it. I love the staff and they have been great for my Dad. He has adjusted extremely well. He feels like this is his home. He is really happy with the food there.

Garden Plaza Of Greenbriar Cove in Ooltewah, TN

5.0
They do everything well. We picked this community, because they have large rooms, it's clean, and friendly. The offer activiites, such as; exercise, lap pool, bingo and cards, cooking, woodworking, and cross stitch.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Mixed reviews on food quality. Reviews for Holiday Echo Ridge, Sherrill Hills Retirement Resort, and Creekside at Shallowford mention varying food quality, with some residents expressing dissatisfaction with meal options and others praising the chefs' efforts to accommodate dietary restrictions. Some communities have se ...
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Attentive and friendly staff. Many residents, such as those at Park Place of West Knoxville, Creekside at Shallowford, and The Garden Plaza at Cleveland, express appreciation for the staff's friendliness, attentiveness, and willingness to meet individual needs. They have also noted the care and support provided, partic ...
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Spacious and clean living areas. Reviews for Garden Plaza Of Greenbriar Cove, Signal Mountain Senior Living, and Viva Senior Living at Oak Ridge mention the cleanliness and size of the living spaces, which contribute to residents' sense of comfort and independence. Some communities offer beautiful views and well-maintain ...
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Varied activities for residents. Reviews for Park Place of West Knoxville, Creekside at Shallowford, and The Garden Plaza at Cleveland highlight the diverse range of activities offered, which include exercise classes, arts and crafts, music, and social events. These opportunities help residents stay engaged and active wit ...
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Supportive and accommodating community. Reviews for Holiday Echo Ridge, Southern Heritage Independent Living, and Small Town Senior Living mention the assistance and understanding provided by staff and community members. This includes help with daily tasks, emotional support, and a welcoming atmosphere for new residents.
Effective communication with families. Reviews for Charter Senior Living of Chattanooga, Park Place of West Knoxville, and Creekside at Shallowford emphasize the importance of clear and consistent communication between staff and family members. Regular updates on care and any concerns are addressed promptly, providing peace of ...
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Etowah independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Etowah independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Etowah, 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 Etowah 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 Etowah 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
29.9%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
39.4%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
36.2%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
39.4%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Etowah 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 Etowah communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
27.6%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
43.3%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
33.1%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Etowah 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 Etowah offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Etowah, TNNational
Activity director
Activity director
45.7%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
26%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
32.3%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
52%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
47.2%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
55.1%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
48%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
35.4%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
37.8%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
44.9%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
44.9%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
33.9%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
26.8%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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Sycamore Trace, StoryPoint Knoxville West and Brookdale Sandy Springs are the top-rated independent living facilities near Etowah, Tennessee. See full list of communities.
There are 138 independent living facilities near Etowah, Tennessee. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Etowah, Tennessee are Sycamore Trace, StoryPoint Knoxville West and StoryPoint Chattanooga. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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