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6 Best Independent Living Communities in Palmer, TN
If you’re looking for independent living in the Palmer area, our local senior living advisors can help you each step of the way. From affordable independent living for seniors to luxury options, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of independent living in Palmer. From there, we’ll show you the best independent living communities for your lifestyle, interests, and budget.
Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 6 independent living facilities in Palmer, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.
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Ascension Living Alexian Village - Tennessee (Assisted Living)
100 James Blvd, Signal Mountain, TN 37377Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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8.5
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6 reviews
I was extremely pleased with Ascension. The establishment, as well as the patients, were always very clean. I never detected any smells or odors -- and I have a keen sense of smell! They were communicative,...
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.
Alexian Village of Milwaukee is sponsored by the Alexian Brothers, an 800 year old Catholic religious order committed to quality and compassionate care for seniors. Situated on 60 acres in Milwaukee’s Historic Granville neighborhood, Alexian Village boasts of apartments of all sizes ranging from...
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8.0
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5 reviews
My loved likes the food. They have a lot of activites. The value for the money, compared to other places is fair. We picked this community, because the commute is fairly close, and we received good feedback....
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.
Welcome to Valley View Located in the heart of the beautiful Sequatchie Valley, Valley View is the only licensed assisted living community in four counties surrounding and including the community of Whitwell, TN. Nestled between stunning Tennessee mountains, our senior residence provides a...
Ascension Living Alexian Village - Tennessee (Independent Living)
437 Alexian Way, Signal Mountain, TN 37377Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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8.0
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6 reviews
To access 5th floor Apartments in Lodge requires using two elevators and considerable walking. The campus is hilly, but very beautiful. Excellent food and staff.
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.
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: 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.
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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Cost of independent living in Palmer, TN
The average cost of senior living in Palmer is $3,635 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Pikeville, TN with an average of $2,388 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Palmer, TN vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Palmer, TN vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Palmer, TN by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in Palmer
Recent reviews for independent living in Palmer
Ascension Living Alexian Village - Tennessee (Independent Living) in Signal Mountain, TN
4.6
I have lived here for 11 years and am very happy with my choice. My children do not have to find a nursing home for me when I need one. I have already made that choice myself. When I need to go to a place to live with a higher level of care, that is available without a major move. Maintenance of ...
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Regency House Assisted Living in Hixson, TN
4.5
Regency House is great and is the place my Mom calls her home. This facility is run like a finely tuned machine, and the staff is always friendly and attentive to their residents. Recently my Mom broke her hip and was in a rehab facility, and with her Dementia, she was declining due to the ...
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Morning Pointe of Hixson
4.0
Everything is good for my mom as a resident of the community, she tells me she is fine. The staff are very nice and do a good job for the residents. The meals are good for the most part with a small issue that they were open to resolve. Activities are available for her participation when she is ...
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Palmer independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Palmer independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Palmer, 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 Palmer 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 Palmer partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Palmer, TNNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
33.3%
19.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33.3%
32.7%
No sugar
No sugar
33.3%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
16.7%
31.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Palmer 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 Palmer communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Palmer, TNNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
16.7%
34.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
16.7%
41.7%
Room service
Room service
33.3%
35.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Palmer 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 Palmer offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Palmer, TNNational
Activity director
Activity director
33.3%
43.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
16.7%
27.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.3%
31.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
33.3%
47.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
33.3%
48.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
33.3%
53%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
33.3%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
33.3%
36.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
33.3%
40%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
33.3%
45.8%
Live performances
Live performances
33.3%
45.4%
Dances
Dances
16.7%
30.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16.7%
38.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
33.3%
45.3%
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StoryPoint Chattanooga, Brookdale Hixson and Signal Mountain Senior Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near Palmer, Tennessee. See full list of communities.
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