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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 $3,402 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 12 options. Read 192 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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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
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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.
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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They had excellent reviews and the location was a perfect fit. I remember [name removed] stopped and interacted with the residents while she was taking us on a tour, and it was clear that the residents were...
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.
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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Its reputation, the initial walk-thru convinced me that the staff is was capable and caring. The facilities are so clean. The Activities Director is energetic and caring. I would highly recommend Dominion to...
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.
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
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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.
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
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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...
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.
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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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This was a wonderful place for my dad. He loved it. I a. So grateful to the people there. They took very good care of him. This place was a blessing to us. So sad it is not available to others.
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.
Prestige Assisted Living has 72 facilities located in the states of Alaska, Arizona, California, Idaho, Montana, Oregon, Nevada and Washington. We are highly known for our high values of respect, integrity, commitment, and trust. We offers services for independent care, assistant living,...
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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: 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.

Cost of independent living in Meigs Cabin Area, TN

The average cost of senior living in Meigs Cabin Area is $3,402 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Pikeville, TN with an average of $3,323 per month.

Independent living costs in Meigs Cabin Area, TN, vs. nearby cities

Meigs Cabin Area, TN
$3,402/mo
$4,249/mo

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

Meigs Cabin Area, TN
$3,402/mo
U.S. national average
$4,153/mo

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

$3,793/mo
Independent Living
$3,402/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,488/mo
Studio
$5,513/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,232/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,605/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$3,402/mo$3,781/mo$4,153/mo
Assisted Living$3,668/mo$4,267/mo$4,698/mo
Memory Care$3,793/mo$4,358/mo$4,946/mo
Independent Living
Meigs Cabin Area, TN:$3,402/mo
Tennessee:$3,781/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
Assisted Living
Meigs Cabin Area, TN:$3,668/mo
Tennessee:$4,267/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Memory Care
Meigs Cabin Area, TN:$3,793/mo
Tennessee:$4,358/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
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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.

Small Town Senior Living and The Courtyard in Dayton, TN

5.0
The staff is very caring and check on residents during the day. The apartment is very practical, but simple. It was easy for one person to live comfortably and safely. Would recommend to others in need of assistance with independent lifestyle.

Fairfield Glade Assisted Living in Crossville, TN

4.1
If a friend asked me I'd say it's a lovely, very homey community with friendly residents and staff. As far as additional comments, I'd say that being a smaller facility makes it more closely knit. Everyone knows everyone and the staff is very caring. As a smaller facility, they are able to ...
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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
36.4%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
45.5%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
36.4%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
45.5%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
9.1%
10.5%
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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
36.4%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
45.5%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
45.5%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
36.4%
17.2%
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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
45.5%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
18.2%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
45.5%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
36.4%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
45.5%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
45.5%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
45.5%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
36.4%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
45.5%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
45.5%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
45.5%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
45.5%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
27.3%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
45.5%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Sycamore Trace, TerraBella Athens and Dominion Senior Living of Athens are the top-rated independent living facilities near Meigs Cabin Area, Tennessee. See full list of communities.
There are 12 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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