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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Rock Island, TN

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The cost of independent living in Rock Island is about $3,800 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 63 options. Read 737 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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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
AdamsPlace Retirement Community is a continuing care retirement community located in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, just 30 minutes from the Nashville airport.  Our beautifully-landscaped 22 acre campus features garden style apartment with patios and balconies for Independent Living, private...
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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.
The Sunshine Square is an independent living facility designed for active seniors who want to enjoy a lifestyle free from the responsibility of home maintenance. The Square offers a secure Christian environment and a range of social, educational and leisure activities. It is located in the...
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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.
Alterra Sterling House is an assisted living residence that provides housing and assistance to older adults who want to retain their independence while receiving the daily support they need. The intimate setting for those with limited mobility, as well as specialized programming, help residents...
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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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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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.
Provides: Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
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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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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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.
Hearthside at Castle Heights is a locally owned and operated, non-profit Christian Retirement Community. The facility is overseen by a volunteer Board of Directors, all of whom live in Wilson County. The facility opened in November, 1994, and added 16 units and an activity room in 2000. Our...
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Cost of independent living in Rock Island, TN

The average cost of senior living in Rock Island is $3,800 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Cookeville, TN with an average of $2,329 per month.

Independent living costs in Rock Island, TN, vs. nearby cities

Rock Island, TN
$3,800/mo
$2,539/mo
$2,958/mo

Independent living costs in Rock Island, TN, vs. state and national averages

Rock Island, TN
$3,800/mo
U.S. national average
$4,211/mo

Independent living costs in Rock Island, TN, vs. other senior living options

$4,288/mo
Independent Living
$3,800/mo

Independent living costs in Rock Island, TN, by floor plan type

Studio
$1,760/mo
1 Bedroom
$2,337/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,252/mo

Senior living costs in Rock Island 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: Rock Island, TN
Column state: Tennessee
Column national: U.S.
Community typeRock Island, TNTennesseeU.S.
Independent Living$3,800/mo$3,799/mo$4,211/mo
Assisted Living$4,288/mo$4,328/mo$4,752/mo
Memory Care$4,288/mo$4,422/mo$5,014/mo
Independent Living
Rock Island, TN:$3,800/mo
Tennessee:$3,799/mo
U.S.:$4,211/mo
Assisted Living
Rock Island, TN:$4,288/mo
Tennessee:$4,328/mo
U.S.:$4,752/mo
Memory Care
Rock Island, TN:$4,288/mo
Tennessee:$4,422/mo
U.S.:$5,014/mo
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Independent living costs in Rock Island, TN, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Rock Island 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 median 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
Rock Island, TN$3,582/mo$3,340/mo+7.2%
Tennessee$2,908/mo$2,960/mo-1.8%
National$3,259/mo$3,168/mo+2.9%
Rock Island, TN
2024 average cost:$3,582/mo
2023 average cost:$3,340/mo
Percent change:+7.2%
Tennessee
2024 average cost:$2,908/mo
2023 average cost:$2,960/mo
Percent change:-1.8%
National
2024 average cost:$3,259/mo
2023 average cost:$3,168/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in Rock Island

Recent reviews for independent living in Rock Island

Ascension Living Alexian Village - Tennessee (Assisted Living) in Signal Mountain, TN

5.0
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, helpful, and caring from my first visit until my Mom's death. My mom suffered from ...
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Cedar Hills Senior Living in Cookeville, TN

5.0
When we had my loved one living here it worked out well, for her. We did not experience problems.

Morningside of Cookeville

4.7
Everything is just fine at Morningside of Cookeville. The meals are very good. We have been very pleased with this facility. They do have plenty of activities that are offered though the resident does not participate in them. It has been a good experience so far.

Rock Island independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Rock Island independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Rock Island, 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 Rock Island 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 Rock Island 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
30.5%
20.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
30.5%
34.8%
No sugar
No sugar
25.4%
31.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
25.4%
33.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.9%
10.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Rock Island 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 Rock Island communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Rock Island, TNNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
16.9%
36.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
30.5%
43.8%
Room service
Room service
23.7%
37.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
10.2%
17.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Rock Island 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 Rock Island offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Rock Island, TNNational
Activity director
Activity director
37.3%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
15.3%
28.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
22%
33.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
37.3%
47.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
40.7%
49.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
45.8%
54.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
35.6%
43.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
23.7%
38.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
20.3%
42.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
35.6%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
33.9%
47.2%
Dances
Dances
11.9%
33.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
13.6%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
37.3%
46.8%
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StoryPoint Chattanooga, Harmony at Victory Station and Creekside at Three Rivers and Creekside Villas are the top-rated independent living facilities near Rock Island, Tennessee. See full list of communities.
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