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The cost of independent living in Helenwood is about $3,304 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 99 options. Read 1511 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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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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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.
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...
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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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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: 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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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...
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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...
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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.
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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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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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
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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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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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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.
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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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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.
Parkview is an independent living community designed to meet the needs of a wide range of seniors. Our states of the art communications system along with other personal services help residents maintain their independence and dignity much longer. We are located in historic Fountain City in a...
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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: 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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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
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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.
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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.
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: 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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Cost of independent living in Helenwood, TN

The average cost of senior living in Helenwood is $3,304 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Livingston, TN with an average of $1,893 per month.

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

Helenwood, TN
$3,304/mo
$3,266/mo

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

Helenwood, TN
$3,304/mo
U.S. national average
$4,162/mo

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

$3,845/mo
Independent Living
$3,304/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,847/mo
Studio
$4,400/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,423/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,051/mo

Senior living costs in Helenwood 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: Helenwood, TN
Column state: Tennessee
Column national: U.S.
Community typeHelenwood, TNTennesseeU.S.
Independent Living$3,304/mo$3,789/mo$4,162/mo
Assisted Living$3,816/mo$4,273/mo$4,705/mo
Memory Care$3,845/mo$4,365/mo$4,956/mo
Independent Living
Helenwood, TN:$3,304/mo
Tennessee:$3,789/mo
U.S.:$4,162/mo
Assisted Living
Helenwood, TN:$3,816/mo
Tennessee:$4,273/mo
U.S.:$4,705/mo
Memory Care
Helenwood, TN:$3,845/mo
Tennessee:$4,365/mo
U.S.:$4,956/mo
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Independent living costs in Helenwood, TN, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Helenwood 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.

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Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Helenwood, TN$2,866/mo$2,663/mo+7.6%
Tennessee$2,903/mo$2,940/mo-1.3%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Helenwood, TN
2024 average cost:$2,866/mo
2023 average cost:$2,663/mo
Percent change:+7.6%
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 Helenwood

Recent reviews for independent living in Helenwood

River Oaks Place - Loudon

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

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.

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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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and helpful staff. Several reviews mention the kindness and attentiveness of the staff at different communities. For instance, at Viva Senior Living at Oak Ridge, residents appreciate the staff's friendliness and the transportation they provide. At Park Place of West Knoxville, staff members go above and beyon ...
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Varied dining options and good food. Reviews consistently mention the importance of quality meals and dining experiences in residents' satisfaction with their community. At Park Place of Fountain City, the staff accommodates dietary restrictions, and residents enjoy the chef-prepared meals. At Sherrill Hills Retirement Resort, ...
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Engaging activities and social opportunities. Residents value the opportunity to engage in various activities, especially those that encourage socializing. At Park Place of Fountain City, there is a wide range of activities for residents to participate in, including bingo, movies, crafts, and shuffleboard. At Sherrill Hills Retirement Re ...
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Clean and well-maintained facilities. Reviews often emphasize the importance of clean living spaces and regularly maintained facilities. At Holiday Echo Ridge, the housekeeping is wonderful and light cleanings are conducted weekly or bi-weekly, while at Park Place of West Knoxville, the library, facilities, and apartments are ke ...
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Considerate and attentive care. Residents and their families express appreciation for the thoughtful care provided by staff at various communities. At Park Place of Fountain City, staff pay close attention to their tenants and encourage participation, while at Holiday Echo Ridge, the staff work hard to ensure residents' ne ...
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Access to essential services and amenities. Easy access to essential services and amenities is important to many residents. At Park Place of Fountain City, the location offers shopping and medical services nearby. At Sherrill Hills Retirement Resort, residents appreciate the availability of other Sherrill Hills properties and guest me ...
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Helenwood independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Helenwood independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Helenwood, 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 Helenwood 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 Helenwood 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
24.4%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
28.9%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
27.8%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
31.1%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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Availability of select dining options in Helenwood 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 Helenwood communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Helenwood, TNNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
27.8%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
33.3%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
25.6%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Helenwood 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 Helenwood offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Helenwood, TNNational
Activity director
Activity director
37.8%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
30%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
32.2%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
44.4%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
40%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
36.7%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
33.3%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
35.6%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
40%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
40%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
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33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
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39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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Sycamore Trace, Park Place of Fountain City and Knoxville Landing are the top-rated independent living facilities near Helenwood, Tennessee. See full list of communities.
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The best independent living facilities near you in Helenwood, Tennessee are Sycamore Trace, Park Place of Fountain City and StoryPoint Knoxville West. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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