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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 Gum Spring 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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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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Cost of independent living in Gum Spring, TN

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

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 Gum Spring

Recent reviews for independent living in Gum Spring

Charter Senior Living of Jefferson City

5.0
My loved one lives here and it's wonderful! So much better and more affordable than his last facility. The people here are wonderful. The nurses are so kind and helpful. They have a lot of activities and the residents are interactive. The staff encourages them to be. The memory care unit is a ...
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Knoxville High Independent Living

4.7
The place is very clean, and very very beautiful. Everybody here is very nice. Once person after another takes care of each other. The people are very caring and make newcomers feel welcome. It's a great place to live. They have security guards, which makes me feel very safe. We have ...
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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

Friendly and helpful staff. Many reviews mention the kind and attentive nature of the staff at various communities, including Holiday Echo Ridge, Park Place of Fountain City, and Harmony at Reynolds Mountain, who go above and beyond to ensure residents feel cared for and included.
Variety of activities to stay engaged. Communities like Bella Vista, Harmony at Reynolds Mountain, and Mountain Brook Village Senior Living offer a range of activities that cater to diverse interests and help residents stay active and social.
Comfortable living spaces. Residents of Sherrill Hills Retirement Resort, Mountain Brook Village Senior Living, and Park Place of Fountain City appreciate the clean and well-maintained living spaces, which provide a sense of comfort and privacy.
Genuine community atmosphere. Reviews from Holiday Echo Ridge, Park Place of Fountain City, and Harmony at Reynolds Mountain highlight the warm and inclusive atmosphere, where residents and staff form lasting relationships and look out for one another.
Access to medical care. Communities such as Holiday Echo Ridge, Bella Vista, and Park Place of Fountain City offer easy access to medical care, ensuring that residents receive the necessary attention and support when needed.
Delicious meals and dining experiences. Nutritious and tasty meals are a priority at several communities, including Sherrill Hills Retirement Resort, Mountain Brook Village Senior Living, and Park Place of Fountain City, where residents look forward to every mealtime.
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Gum Spring independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Gum Spring independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Gum Spring, 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 Gum Spring 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 Gum Spring partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Gum Spring, TNNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
25.7%
21.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
32.7%
35.6%
No sugar
No sugar
30.7%
31.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
31.7%
34.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
17.8%
11.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Gum Spring 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 Gum Spring communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Gum Spring, TNNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
26.7%
37.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
30.7%
44.7%
Room service
Room service
29.7%
38%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
7.9%
17.6%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Gum Spring 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 Gum Spring offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Gum Spring, TNNational
Activity director
Activity director
40.6%
46.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
24.8%
29.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
27.7%
34%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
46.5%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
41.6%
50%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
49.5%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
41.6%
44.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
29.7%
39.5%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
32.7%
42.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
40.6%
48.2%
Live performances
Live performances
40.6%
47.9%
Dances
Dances
29.7%
34.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
19.8%
40.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
39.6%
47.5%
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