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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Ideal Valley, TN

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The cost of independent living in Ideal Valley is about $2,127 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 17 options.

Read 228 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. You may also consider nearby communities such as Crossville, Athens and Kingston.

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99 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.8
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Visiting my mother and knowing she so well cared for and happy keeps me at ease. This place is well maintained with a very courteous staff! They always go above and beyond. I’m thankful to know I don’t have...
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.
Sycamore Trace is an exclusive assisted living community for seniors located in Kingston, Tennessee. Sycamore Trace is home to inviting waterways, a robust Recreational life and breathtaking vistas. Nestled on hill just a few short steps down a walking path to the lakeside parks … Residents can...
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9.3
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46 reviews
9.3
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46 reviews
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70%
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My mother is in memory care. I know they do the best possible, but I think they should have at least a couple more caregivers on weekends. I feel very comfortable with the overall care and I am positive that...
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.
With the serenity of the Great Smoky Mountains nearby and southern hospitality abound, TerraBella Athens is an ideal location for those looking for quality assistance with their daily routine, while still remaining close to nature. We develop individual care plans to meet the needs of each...
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11 Photo available
8.0
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7 reviews
8.0
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7 reviews
5 star
57%
4 star
43%
3 star
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I am very pleased with the Care that is being provided for my father-in-law. The staff is very caring for each resident that is there. It has been a blessing having a team that works so well with family...
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.
Fairfield Glade Assisted Living Fairfield Glade Assisted Living is located in a peaceful neighborhood in the city of Crossville, TN. This assisted living community provides its residents with the opportunity to check out all that Crossville has to offer. Those who are visiting residents of this...
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88 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
8.0
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20 reviews
8.0
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20 reviews
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My Aunt lived here and her care and end of life stay was wonderful. I highly recommend this community to anyone looking for great care you can stop by anytime and eat with your loved one and stay overnight...
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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Photo of Spring Arbor of Athens
1616 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
7.9
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16 reviews
7.9
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16 reviews
5 star
75%
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13%
3 star
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The staff is extremely attentive to my Aunt[Name Removed] They come get her for meals. They take her back to her room after meals. They take her out on field trips. They get her out of her room regularly....
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.
A state-of-the-art, brand new community! Dominion Senior Living of Athens offers assisted living services and memory care to seniors living in Athens, Tennessee. Our community is located on a 10-acre property including a scenic pond, walking path and sensory gardens – which all encourage resident...
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The staff is very willing to help you with whatever you need. I would recommend Small Town Senior Living to others looking for retirement living.
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
We are an Independent Living Community with 58 apartments located in Dayton, TN. When you choose Small Town Senior Living, it will start feeling a lot like taking an extended vacation. Here, you can sit back and relax knowing that everything you need will be taken care of. The property has been...
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I would highly recommend this community. It has been a great difference compared to the other community that my loved one came from. This is a great organization.
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.
Conveniently located not far from downtown Athens, near Athens Regional Hospital and doctor's offices, Morning Pointe of Athens is a single level, state-of-the-art, assisted living community offering 44 spacious apartments with multiple floor plan choices. Providing Care, Preserving Dignity At...
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9.0
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24 reviews
9.0
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24 reviews
5 star
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Hard to answer questions with only a number. Of the places I looked into before coming here, this place is unique. I definitely would not have chosen it early in my search. But now I think that it is the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
Enter the Courtyard at Deer Ridge where it is our mission to enhance the quality of life for senior adults. A family owned and operated establishment, it is our goal to provide a comfortable, beautiful and secure atmosphere with caring, personalized assistance. Situated on the 25 private acres of...
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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.
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.
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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.
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.
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...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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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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
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.

Cost of independent living in Ideal Valley, TN

The average cost of senior living in Ideal Valley is $2,127 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Spring City, TN with an average of $2,127 per month.

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

Ideal Valley, TN
$2,127/mo
U.S. national average
$3,520/mo

Independent living costs in Ideal Valley, TN, vs. other senior living options

$6,221/mo
Independent Living
$2,127/mo

Independent living costs in Ideal Valley, TN, by floor plan type

Studio
$2,670/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,207/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,042/mo

Senior living costs in Ideal Valley 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: Ideal Valley, TN
Column state: Tennessee
Column national: U.S.
Community typeIdeal Valley, TNTennesseeU.S.
Independent Living$2,127/mo$3,063/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living$4,874/mo$5,215/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$6,221/mo$5,992/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Ideal Valley, TN:$2,127/mo
Tennessee:$3,063/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Ideal Valley, TN:$4,874/mo
Tennessee:$5,215/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Ideal Valley, TN:$6,221/mo
Tennessee:$5,992/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
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Independent living costs in Ideal Valley, TN, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Ideal Valley 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 average 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
Ideal Valley, TN$2,863/mo$2,759/mo+3.8%
Tennessee$2,595/mo$2,583/mo+0.4%
National$2,929/mo$2,823/mo+3.8%
Ideal Valley, TN
2024 average cost:$2,863/mo
2023 average cost:$2,759/mo
Percent change:+3.8%
Tennessee
2024 average cost:$2,595/mo
2023 average cost:$2,583/mo
Percent change:+0.4%
National
2024 average cost:$2,929/mo
2023 average cost:$2,823/mo
Percent change:+3.8%
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What families are saying about independent living in Ideal Valley

Recent reviews for independent living in Ideal Valley

Jamestowne Assisted Living in Kingston, TN

5.0
Absolutely wonderful! All staff is loving, caring and giving! Great place to work – visit – live! Great home for “community living” I love it here!!

Jamestowne Assisted Living in Kingston, TN

5.0
We are very pleased with James Town! The quality of care and activities provided are wonderful. It is definitely a blessing to know that my father is in good hands and is being taken care of by people who truly care for him.

Morning Pointe of Athens

4.8
My grandmother is a Resident here & I can not imagine a better "home" for her. The staff are like family, Nurses are the best around & very knowledgeable & attentive. It's very nicely decorated, and the food is wonderful. Lots of activities for residents with family activities planned also

Ideal Valley independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Ideal Valley independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Ideal Valley, 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 Ideal Valley 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 Ideal Valley partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Ideal Valley, TNNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
31.3%
21.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
43.8%
35.6%
No sugar
No sugar
37.5%
31.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
43.8%
34.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
12.5%
11.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Ideal Valley 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 Ideal Valley communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Ideal Valley, TNNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
25%
37.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
31.3%
44.7%
Room service
Room service
37.5%
38%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
31.3%
17.6%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Ideal Valley 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 Ideal Valley offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Ideal Valley, TNNational
Activity director
Activity director
43.8%
46.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
12.5%
29.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
37.5%
34%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
37.5%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
43.8%
50%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
43.8%
44.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
31.3%
39.5%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
37.5%
42.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
37.5%
48.2%
Live performances
Live performances
37.5%
47.9%
Dances
Dances
31.3%
34.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
12.5%
40.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
43.8%
47.5%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Sycamore Trace, The Groves at Athens and Fairfield Glade Senior Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near Ideal Valley, Tennessee. See full list of communities.
There are 17 independent living facilities near Ideal Valley, Tennessee. See the full list.
The best independent living facility near you in Ideal Valley, Tennessee is Sycamore Trace. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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