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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Idol, TN
The cost of independent living in Idol is about $3,066 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 93 options. Read 1196 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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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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.
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.
What We Do BestFamilies, residents, and staff members have told us there are three things that we do best. First, we establish life long relationships with families and residents. Second, we lift the burden of care giving from the shoulders of the family members making it possible for both the...
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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...
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.
We offer spacious apartments, state of the art emergency call systems. We have a private dinning room where family and friends can have a private meal or party. We have a wonderful life enrichment program with arts, crafts, music, pet therapy, movies and shopping trips. We have a state of the art...
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.
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.
Morningside Gardens is a senior housing community that is located in the large city of Knoxville, Knox County, TN. The community is located in a great location; in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains and along the banks of the Tennessee River. It is also nearby Morningside Park and the Dr....
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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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What I like about Renaissance Terrace is it's relatively small, so the residents get a lot of individualized attention. It's also a non-profit, so they're driven by their mission statement as opposed to a...
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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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, 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.
“Elegant Senior Living” is more than just a phrase; at The Flats of Norris it is a concept to a way of life that intertwines with every part of daily life for our residents, their families, and our staff. Elegant Senior Living is a process that enhances the physical, social, mental, and...
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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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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Located in Knox County, Summit Towers are the famous towers in Knoxville, Tennessee and it is ready to become your new home. With amazing lifestyle amenities, this senior housing community for fifty-five and older is ready to welcome you. The neighborhood is friendly and peaceful with a gorgeous...
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.
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.
Heritage Assisted Living is an assisted living community that provides care for seniors who are looking to live in Knoxville, TN. This community is located in a great city that provides residents and visitors with great views of natural beauty. This city offers many entertainment options,...
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.
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.
Charles Seivers Tower is a lovely and convenient senior apartment located in the lovely and beautiful Clinton, Anderson County, Tennessee. Clinton is an independent city but is included in Knoxville Metropolitan Area for statistical purposes. It is a recreation minded community with parks,...
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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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
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.
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.
Cost of independent living in Idol, TN
The average cost of senior living in Idol is $3,066 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Sneedville, TN with an average of $2,086 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Idol, TN vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Idol, TN vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about independent living in Idol
Recent reviews for independent living in Idol
The Pointe at Lifespring in Knoxville, TN
5.0
The Pointe has been a wonderful place for my parents!
The staff don't turn over often and are very kind and loving with the residents. They truly care and keep us informed of anything going on.
[name removed] (front desk) is wonderful. [name removed] (director) also great. [name removed] (PT) ...
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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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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Friendly and caring staff. Several reviews mention the kindness and attentiveness of staff members at different communities, such as Holiday Echo Ridge, where they go above and beyond to make residents feel at home. Staff are described as genuinely caring and making everyone feel like family, especially during challengi ...
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Varied dining options. While some communities, like Park Place of Fountain City, offer hot meals in communal dining areas, others, like Mountain Brook Village Senior Living, deliver meals to residents' apartments. Regardless of the setup, residents appreciate the quality and choice of meals, with some communities ...
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Attentive maintenance and cleanliness. Cleanliness and maintenance are important factors in residents' satisfaction, with reviews for Mountain Brook Village Senior Living praising the apartment's comfort and the well-maintained facilities, including kitchens and bathrooms. Regular inspections and light cleanings contribute to a sen ...
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Active social environment. Activities are highly valued by residents and their families, with Park Place of Fountain City and Holiday Echo Ridge specifically mentioning the variety and inclusion of residents in organized activities, as well as the staff's encouragement and facilitation of community engagement.
Accessible health care and support. Communities, like Sherrill Hills Retirement Resort, offer in-house therapy and health care services, providing residents with peace of mind and convenience. Some, like Park Place of Fountain City, also offer transportation to medical appointments and ensure clear communication between health ...
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Considerate and accommodating staff. Residents and their families appreciate staff members who take the time to understand their unique needs and preferences, as seen in reviews for Holiday Echo Ridge and Mountain Brook Village Senior Living. This attentiveness is crucial in ensuring a smooth transition into senior living and o ...
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Idol independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Idol independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Idol, 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 Idol 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 Idol 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
25.3%
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Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
30.1%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
30.1%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
32.5%
32.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
10.8%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Idol 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 Idol communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Idol, TNNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
26.5%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
30.1%
42.5%
Room service
Room service
25.3%
36%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Idol 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 Idol offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
38.6%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
26.5%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
26.5%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
48.2%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
38.6%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
54.2%
53.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
39.8%
42%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
28.9%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
32.5%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
39.8%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
38.6%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
28.9%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
21.7%
39.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
38.6%
45.7%
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Frequently Asked Questions
StoryPoint Knoxville West, Park Place of Fountain City and Trinity Hills of Knoxville are the top-rated independent living facilities near Idol, Tennessee. See full list of communities.
There are 93 independent living facilities near Idol, Tennessee. See the full list.
The best independent living facility near you in Idol, Tennessee is StoryPoint Knoxville West. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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