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The staff is great the place did not have the usual odor that most places do, everything clean and neat. I have told others about Limestone Lodge, I have nothing but good things to say. Again I would love to...
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.
At Limestone Lodge, we provide a combination of traditional assisted living and specialty care assisted living for individuals in the beginning stages of memory loss and those with end stages of Alzheimer's disease. Our home-like environment allows residents with similar challenges and needs to...
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1313 Photos available
9.8
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53 reviews
9.8
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53 reviews
5 star
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5 for all categories. It's been a wonderful experience. My friend, who is there is well taken care of. Every time I visit I'm always impressed by the cleanliness of the facility. My friend has complicated...
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.
The Lodge at Natchez Trace is an assisted living community nestled in a small and private neighborhood in Nashville, Davidson County, Tennessee. Our location is both easily accessible and surrounded by beautiful parks and greenery, providing the comfort and peace of country living. The Lodge is...
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9.8
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81 reviews
9.8
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Recently visited with my aunt for the holidays. I was so surprised at how “at home” it felt! The staff are warm and welcoming and everyone seemed excited about Christmas. I don’t think we could ask for a...
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.
Friendly, southern and oh so charming, the Gardens of Hazel Green Assisted Living offers the personal attention and home-like environment your loved one deserves. From the rockers on the shady back porch to the spacious family-style dining room to the comfortable central common-area, our senior...
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9.7
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112 reviews
9.7
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112 reviews
5 star
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Staff was great. Room size was fine. Mama liked the games and activities. Cleanliness was good. They seemed to be a little short staffed at times. (I'm a Nurse so I get it.) Administration was good. Bridget...
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 Limestone Manor Assisted Living, a place for seniors to take part, a place to belong. We offer the personal attention and home-like environment your loved one deserves. Conveniently located off Highway 31, our assisted living community has 24 private apartments, spacious family-style...
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2626 Floor plans available
9.5
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40 reviews
9.5
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Mom has been at Somerby for 9 days so far. And our experience has been 5star. The sales director, [name removed] was wonderful to work with from the very beginning and still helpful when I need her. My...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
Close to the glitz and glamour of Nashville, Somerby Franklin is tucked away in idyllic Franklin. This quaint, historic town is a cozy and convenient place to settle and is frequently ranked as one of the best places to retire in the U.S. Somerby Franklin simply sparkles with the best of what...
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9.4
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84 reviews
9.4
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The staff is friendly and responsive. My mom has lots of activities to participate in and she really likes everyone there. It's helpful that the have a bus to take her to doctor appointments. Yes, I would...
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.
Creekside at Three Rivers Assisted Living opened in June of 2010. We are proud to have been voted 'BEST ASSISTED LIVING IN RUTHERFORD COUNTY' for the second consecutive year in a row. At Creekside at Three Rivers Assisted Living, we provide comfortable living areas, cozy parlors, an intimate...
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1717 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
9.3
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48 reviews
9.3
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48 reviews
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My mom is now a very happy resident of Traditions of Mill Creek. We looked at many facilities in our surrounding area, and there are a lot of good places. However, Traditions is THE place for her. The time...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
Located in Brentwood, Tennessee, American House Mill Creek is the premier senior living community. We specialize in independent living, assisted living, and memory care and we allow adults to be themselves and experience a vital life at any age.
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1111 Photos available
3131 Floor plans available
9.2
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62 reviews
9.2
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62 reviews
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I have never seen a more compassionate, listening staff. Our needs were immediate and they worked a miraculous scenario to make it happen. My brother didn't last long, but until his death they were caring,...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
Harmony at Victory Station, in Murfressboro, Tennessee, offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care in a welcoming community.With thoughtfully designed apartments, inviting spaces, and engaging amenities, residents enjoy a comfortable and connected lifestyle.Here, a family-like...
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9.0
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34 reviews
9.0
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My dad loved it there, and they treated him well. This was when it was Harpeth at Harmony Hills. I understand that the programming has changed significantly now. Unfortunately, the price for respite care has...
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.
The Harpeth at Harmony Hills is a senior living community featuring craftsman-style elements and diverse lifestyle programming. The community offers assisted living and memory care services to accommodate a range of care needs.
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1010 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.0
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68 reviews
9.0
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The community is kept extremely clean, they decorate for every holiday, they do lots of events that include family, and have some tenured employees that love the residents like family. My mother is in Memory...
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.
Vitality Living Franklin is proud to offer Viking Pure Solutions’ electrochemically activated cleaning and disinfecting systems for our residents in each of our communities! This revolutionary safe and effective cleaner provides protection for our residents, teams, and families providing state of...
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Photo of Brookdale Columbia
99 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
9.0
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28 reviews
9.0
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28 reviews
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So far I would give it a 5. The place is clean, the food is good, the staff is friendly, they are open and upfront with pricing and communication is easy. My dad seems to be doing very well there.
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.
Find a Better Kind of Senior LivingThere’s a different senior living lifestyle out here waiting for you, with fewer worries and more options for living life well. The stress and isolation that comes from living at home isn’t the only way. We are an assisted living community in Columbia,...
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2020 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.0
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45 reviews
9.0
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45 reviews
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The staff has been very compassionate, the food is very nice. The nurses, aids, dining room staff, and management have been very compassionate and caring. The rooms are very nice and quiet and well...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
Harmony at Brentwood offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care in one thoughtfully designed community.Located in Brentwood, Tennessee, we offer comfortable apartments, inviting spaces, and daily experiences, life here is easy and fulfilling.Here, independence, support, and...
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55 Floor plans available
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9.0
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62 reviews
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I like having lunch dinner or breakfast at any time between 7 am and 7 pm each day. The young food service needs improvement. It takes about 20 minutes to get served. yes I could recommend Merrill Gardens...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
Merrill Gardens at Madison is situated between Athens and Huntsville in Madison county. Enjoy being near shopping, outdoor recreation areas, hospitals and high-quality medical practices.Merrill Gardens at Madison is classically designed and offer a wellness center, well-appointed library and lots...
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1010 Floor plans available
9.1
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45 reviews
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45 reviews
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Since [Date Removed] move-in, l've had to shower in an apartment across the hall while them work on fixing it I tried to be cooperative and they are sincere It took a month to establish wi-fi. Two trips from...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
Located in Huntsville, Alabama, Pioneer Senior Living offers a range of lifestyle options, care services, and amenities. Their ideal location off the intersection of University Drive and Enterprise Way is just minutes away from top attractions of the greater Huntsville area. Shop, eat, and see a...
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Everything was fantastic there. The only reason I put a 4 for the food is that I actually never ate there, but I did see the food. It was a total blessing for my mom to be there. They truly care for 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.
Nestled in the outskirts of Cool Springs, Charter Senior Living of Franklin Residents enjoy 24-hour assistance with day-to-day tasks in a setting that fosters independence. We recognize that a person's optimum health and well being are the result of caring for the whole person - physically,...
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Hilltop at Glenwood is great! From the staff, to the level of care and communication they deserve higher than a 5. Any concerns or questions that we may have they are professionally and compassionately...
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.
You will feel right at home at Hilltop at Glenwood. Located in historic Florence, AL residents enjoy all that our town has to offer, including the annual Renaissance Faire each fall and the W.C. Handy Music Festival every summer. Our community is very family friendly and we are committed to...
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2222 Floor plans available
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8.9
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28 reviews
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Its a smaller place which makes it not overwhelming for my mother to navigate. They have many activities and they are well organized as far as outings. Their staff is very attentive and I never ever have had...
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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2020 Photos available
1313 Floor plans available
8.8
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They are very accommodating and willing to help when needed. Plenty of activities offered. Our apartment which is the largest at 1200 sq ft. It's just adequate.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
Harmony at Bellevue is a welcoming community offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care.Located in Nashville, Tennessee, we offer comfortable apartments, inviting spaces, and daily experiences, life here is designed to be easy and fulfilling.Here, independence, support, and...
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My Mom has dementia and has received excellent care from this facility. As stated above, the monthly rate is better than most. The facility it's self is laid out well and the rooms are large. I recommend...
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.
From its name to the familiar faces of residents and staff, Loving Care provides a home away from home with heartfelt Wayne County hospitality. The complex is situated on a three-acre hill overlooking beautiful Waynesboro, Tennessee. Loving Care Assisted Living is licensed for 34 beds and is...
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8.6
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32 reviews
8.6
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32 reviews
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Not enough vegetables with meals, noted some poorer quality ( as far as nutrients) veggies. Nice room, nice staff. They could have helped him more with brushing his teeth. Overall very good. He mainly slept...
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.
Because home is so important to all of us, the Cottage not only has wonderful cozy common areas where new and old friends can enjoy being together, but it offers different sizes and styles of room, and service programs tailored to perfectly suit the needs of each resident. Whether your loved one...
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The food is excellent and the room is spacious. The day staff is very friendly and also some of the night shift. The place is very clean and very well managed.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
Keestone Senior Community is an assisted living community located in Lawrenceburg, TN. Lawrenceburg is a city in Lawrence County located on the banks of Shoal Creek and home to over 14,000 residents. Located near Nashville, Lawrenceburg has a handful of stores, shops, restaurants and fairs where...
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8.4
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100 reviews
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It's been a very good experience overall so far, my only 2 concerns/comments is that the floors are always very sticky and look dirty, and I can never seem to find the nurse on duty whenever I am there. I...
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.
Belvedere Commons of Franklin Assisted Living and Memory Care Community is conveniently located in beautiful Franklin, Tennessee. Our convenient location to hospitals, shopping, dining and only a short drive from Nashville makes our community the perfect home to many Tennessee seniors. At...
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44 Floor plans available
8.1
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69 reviews
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I would definitely recommend Maristone. Primarily the caring and friendly attitude of all the staff. The meals are very good and always on time. The coffee pot is always on. They also provide homemade...
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.
Maristone of Franklin is a memory care and assisted living community located about 15 miles south of Nashville in the city of Franklin, Williamson County, Tennessee. With both Williamson Square and the Watson Glen Shopping Center less than a mile away, residents of this community have easy access...
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I have recommend this community to several people. The community is so clean, bright and cheerful. My loved one is the happiest she has been in 45 years. The community is wonderful and everyone feels like...
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.
Here, at Viva Senior Living at Lincoln Manor, our residents not only relax in the privacy of their own lovely apartments, but they also share in a wealth of services, amenities and activities designed especially for them. Here, they enjoy independence, security and freedom of choice in a warm,...
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1717 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.0
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12 reviews
8.0
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12 reviews
5 star
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My mom lived there for a handful of months. She had an issue with overpowering air fresheners that aggravated her COPD and that was never resolved. During her stay the facility also lost their cook and the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
Imagine living life in Athens at The Goldton at Athens, an upbeat and vibrant Alabama retirement community. We are close to all the places you may need or wish to visit, such as supermarkets, parks, worship venues, doctors' offices, and local restaurants. When you join our community as an...
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Cost of nursing homes in Bufords, TN

The average cost of senior living in Tennessee is $4,362 per month as compared to $5,847 in the United States.

Senior living costs in Tennessee vs. national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 4 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column state: Tennessee
Column national: U.S.
Column costDifference: Cost difference
Community typeTennesseeU.S.Cost difference
Nursing Homes$4,362/mo$5,847/mo25.4% below national median
Assisted Living$5,215/mo$5,830/mo10.5% below national median
Memory Care$5,992/mo$6,999/mo14.4% below national median
Independent Living$3,063/mo$3,520/mo13.0% below national median
Nursing Homes
Tennessee:$4,362/mo
U.S.:$5,847/mo
Cost difference:25.4% below national median
Assisted Living
Tennessee:$5,215/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Cost difference:10.5% below national median
Memory Care
Tennessee:$5,992/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Cost difference:14.4% below national median
Independent Living
Tennessee:$3,063/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Cost difference:13.0% below national median
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Bufords

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Bufords

Claiborne & Hughes Nursing & Rehabilitation Center in Franklin, TN

4.0
We are happy with the nursing care at Claiborne and Hughes Health Center. The therapy is going very well so far too. Their communication could be better especially when it comes to telling one person something to the next. For example, if we have a concern it might not get passed along as it ...
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The Goldton at Athens

4.8
It's always clean. You're getting what you are paying for, and it's not too expensive. My loved one, has been very well taken care of. Overall, it's a clean, and friendly environment It's all I can really ask for.

Viva Senior Living at Lincoln Manor in Fayetteville, TN

5.0
Our experience was great, the director was very hands on and had great communication. The nursing staff was very professional and experience which we appreciated. The rooms were pretty good size for the money.

Bufords nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Bufords nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Bufords, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Bufords nursing homes

Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Bufords that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Bufords, TNNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
52%
2.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
38.7%
9.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
90.7%
23.7%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
94.7%
23.9%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
53.3%
10%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
29.3%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
90.7%
20.3%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
53.3%
6.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
52%
17.6%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Bufords nursing homes

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Bufords Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Bufords, TNNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
58.7%
4%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
30.7%
0.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
46.7%
5.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
16%
1.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Bufords nursing homes

Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Bufords partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Bufords, TNNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
36%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
38.7%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
34.7%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
32%
3.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Bufords nursing homes

Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Bufords communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Bufords, TNNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
24%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
45.3%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
30.7%
0.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Bufords nursing homes

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Bufords offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Bufords, TNNational
Activity director
Activity director
42.7%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
26.7%
0.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
32%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
52%
6.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
46.7%
0.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
52%
6.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
38.7%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
33.3%
0.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
37.3%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
45.3%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
44%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
30.7%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
24%
0.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
42.7%
0.4%
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