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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Meigs Cabin Area, TN

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The cost of independent living in Meigs Cabin Area is about $2,127 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 10 options.

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Photo of Sycamore TraceCommunity card badge
99 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.8
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106 reviews
9.8
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106 reviews
5 star
96%
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1%
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I want to leave a positive review for [name removed] and her staff. They put up with a lot of stuff that they shouldn't. I've great experiences. no place is perfect And there are bound to be problems. The...
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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Photo of The Groves at Athens
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9.3
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46 reviews
9.3
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46 reviews
5 star
70%
4 star
24%
3 star
4%
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0%
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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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Photo of Jamestowne Assisted Living
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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100%
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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
6%
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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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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...
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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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.
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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.
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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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Cost of independent living in Meigs Cabin Area, TN

The average cost of senior living in Meigs Cabin Area is $2,127 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Dayton, TN with an average of $2,127 per month.

Independent living costs in Meigs Cabin Area, TN, vs. state and national averages

Meigs Cabin Area, TN
$2,127/mo
U.S. national average
$3,520/mo

Independent living costs in Meigs Cabin Area, TN, vs. other senior living options

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

Independent living costs in Meigs Cabin Area, TN, by floor plan type

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

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

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Meigs Cabin Area 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
Meigs Cabin Area, 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%
Meigs Cabin Area, 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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Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about independent living in Meigs Cabin Area

Recent reviews for independent living in Meigs Cabin Area

River Oaks Place Loudon

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

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.

Meigs Cabin Area independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Meigs Cabin Area independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Meigs Cabin Area, 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 Meigs Cabin Area 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 Meigs Cabin Area partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Meigs Cabin Area, TNNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
44.4%
21.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
55.6%
35.7%
No sugar
No sugar
44.4%
32%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
55.6%
34.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.1%
11.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Meigs Cabin Area 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 Meigs Cabin Area communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Meigs Cabin Area, TNNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
44.4%
37.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
55.6%
44.8%
Room service
Room service
55.6%
38.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
44.4%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Meigs Cabin Area 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 Meigs Cabin Area offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
55.6%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
22.2%
29.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
55.6%
34.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
44.4%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
55.6%
50%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
55.6%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
55.6%
44.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
33.3%
39.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
55.6%
43%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
55.6%
48.3%
Live performances
Live performances
55.6%
48%
Dances
Dances
55.6%
34.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
22.2%
40.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
55.6%
47.6%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Sycamore Trace, The Groves at Athens and Jamestowne Assisted Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near Meigs Cabin Area, Tennessee. See full list of communities.
There are 10 independent living facilities near Meigs Cabin Area, Tennessee. See the full list.
The best independent living facility near you in Meigs Cabin Area, Tennessee is Sycamore Trace. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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