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The cost of independent living in Gernt is about $3,463 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 55 options. Read 559 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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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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Cost of independent living in Gernt, TN

The average cost of senior living in Gernt is $3,463 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Livingston, TN with an average of $1,893 per month.

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

Gernt, TN
$3,463/mo
$3,085/mo

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

Gernt, TN
$3,463/mo
U.S. national average
$4,153/mo

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

$3,891/mo
Independent Living
$3,463/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,808/mo
Studio
$4,385/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,261/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,249/mo

Senior living costs in Gernt 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: Gernt, TN
Column state: Tennessee
Column national: U.S.
Community typeGernt, TNTennesseeU.S.
Independent Living$3,463/mo$3,781/mo$4,153/mo
Assisted Living$3,839/mo$4,267/mo$4,698/mo
Memory Care$3,891/mo$4,358/mo$4,946/mo
Independent Living
Gernt, TN:$3,463/mo
Tennessee:$3,781/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
Assisted Living
Gernt, TN:$3,839/mo
Tennessee:$4,267/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Memory Care
Gernt, TN:$3,891/mo
Tennessee:$4,358/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
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Independent living costs in Gernt, TN, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Gernt 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
Gernt, TN$2,897/mo$2,646/mo+9.5%
Tennessee$2,940/mo$2,871/mo+2.4%
National$3,191/mo$3,044/mo+4.8%
Gernt, TN
2024 average cost:$2,897/mo
2023 average cost:$2,646/mo
Percent change:+9.5%
Tennessee
2024 average cost:$2,940/mo
2023 average cost:$2,871/mo
Percent change:+2.4%
National
2024 average cost:$3,191/mo
2023 average cost:$3,044/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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What families are saying about independent living in Gernt

Recent reviews for independent living in Gernt

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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Fairfield Glade Assisted Living in Crossville, TN

4.1
If a friend asked me I'd say it's a lovely, very homey community with friendly residents and staff. As far as additional comments, I'd say that being a smaller facility makes it more closely knit. Everyone knows everyone and the staff is very caring. As a smaller facility, they are able to ...
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Gernt independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Gernt independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Gernt, 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 Gernt 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 Gernt partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Gernt, TNNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
19.6%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
23.5%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
21.6%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
27.5%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
5.9%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Gernt 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 Gernt communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Gernt, TNNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
19.6%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
29.4%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
23.5%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15.7%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Gernt 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 Gernt offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Gernt, TNNational
Activity director
Activity director
29.4%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25.5%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
21.6%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
43.1%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
33.3%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
47.1%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
29.4%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
23.5%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
27.5%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
31.4%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
31.4%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
23.5%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
13.7%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
33.3%
46.4%
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