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10 Best Nursing Homes in Bullet Creek, TN

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Bullet Creek is home to many senior care options, including nursing homes. The term “nursing home” is often used as a catchall for any type of senior care. But it can also refer to actual nursing homes, or skilled nursing facilities, which provide the highest level of medical and rehabilitative care outside of a hospital. Of the 12 nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care communities in Bullet Creek, the best fit for your loved one will depend on their budget and needs. The cost of nursing home care in Bullet Creek is about $3,902, but costs tend to increase as care needs increase. To learn more, browse our 55 reviews and explore the services and amenities available in your area.

 

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Nursing Homes Facilities near Bullet Creek, TN

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My mother in law has been at Terra Bella for about two months now and is very happy here. She is 93 and very aware and in tact. She can’t walk and we are working with physical therapy 2X a week to get her...
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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After all I have been through I would say pay attention to everything. The medical profession is a scam. When you find someone who cares keep them. They are all out for the money from the insurance companies...
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...
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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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I submitted a review last night that I would like very much to retract. Not that any of the statements weren't true. It's due to the new administrator they have. She is very effective. The incident with my...
Provides: Nursing Homes
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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, 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.
What We Do BestFamilies, residents, and staff members have told us there are three things that we do best. First, we establish life long relationships with families and residents. Second, we lift the burden of care giving from the shoulders of the family members making it possible for both the...
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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Cost of nursing homes in Bullet Creek, TN

The average cost of senior living in Bullet Creek is $3,902 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Sweetwater, TN with an average of $3,550 per month.

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Bullet Creek, TN vs. nearby cities

Bullet Creek, TN
$3,902/mo
$4,398/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Bullet Creek, TN vs. the state and national average

Bullet Creek, TN
$3,902/mo
U.S. national average
$4,994/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Bullet Creek vs. other types of senior living

$3,881/mo
Nursing Homes
$3,902/mo

Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Bullet Creek, TN by room type

Semi-Private
$4,442/mo
Studio
$5,511/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,183/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,723/mo

Average cost of Nursing Homes in Bullet Creek over time

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What families are saying about nursing homes in Bullet Creek

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Bullet Creek

TerraBella Athens

5.0
I will recommend TerraBella Athens highly. The staff is great! The employees that are on the floors daily genuinely care about the residents. The staff not only doesn't mind family being in and out and present a great amount of the time, but encourages it!

Morning Pointe of Athens

4.8
My grandmother is a Resident here & I can not imagine a better "home" for her. The staff are like family, Nurses are the best around & very knowledgeable & attentive. It's very nicely decorated, and the food is wonderful. Lots of activities for residents with family activities planned also

Dominion Senior Living of Athens

3.6
A Place for Mom was very helpful to us. VERY nice informative and they went the extra mile to get us an interview when we only had one day left..They followed up eith was afterward. If it wasn't for the help of A Place for Mom we would not have found a great place for our Dad. I can't say ...
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Bullet Creek nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Bullet Creek nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Bullet Creek, 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 Bullet Creek 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 Bullet Creek that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
57.1%
2.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
42.9%
9.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
71.4%
26%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
71.4%
26.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
57.1%
9.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
28.6%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
71.4%
22.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
42.9%
6.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
57.1%
17.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Bullet Creek 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 Bullet Creek Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Bullet Creek, TNNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
57.1%
3.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
28.6%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
28.6%
5.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Bullet Creek 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 Bullet Creek partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Bullet Creek, TNNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
28.6%
0.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
42.9%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
28.6%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
42.9%
3.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Bullet Creek 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 Bullet Creek communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Bullet Creek, TNNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
28.6%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
42.9%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
42.9%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.3%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Bullet Creek 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 Bullet Creek offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Bullet Creek, TNNational
Activity director
Activity director
42.9%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
14.3%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
42.9%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
42.9%
6.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
42.9%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
57.1%
6.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
42.9%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
28.6%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
28.6%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
42.9%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
42.9%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
42.9%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
14.3%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
42.9%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

TerraBella Athens, Dominion Senior Living of Athens and Etowah Health Care Ctr are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Bullet Creek, Tennessee. See full list of communities.

There are 12 nursing homes facilities near Bullet Creek, Tennessee. See the full list.

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