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10 Best Nursing Homes in Carter County, TN
Carter County 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 102 nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care communities in Carter County, the best fit for your loved one will depend on their budget and needs. The cost of nursing home care in Carter County is about $4,452, but costs tend to increase as care needs increase. To learn more, browse our 566 reviews and explore the services and amenities available in your area.
As you consider nursing homes near you, you may also want to expand your search to areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Wing, Plumtree and Three Mile.
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At SunBridge Care and Rehabilitation - Hillside, we are dedicated to delivering quality individual service to every person entrusted to our care. Our community provides skilled nursing and rehabilitation therapy to adults of all ages who need short- or long-term care. To meet the social needs of...
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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.
Yancey House is an assisted living and memory care community located in Burnsville, NC. Burnsville is nestled in the mountains of Western North Carolina & rests in the shadow of Mount Mitchell which has the highest peak east of the Mississippi River. It is known as 'The Heart of the Blue...
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At Brookhaven Manor, we are committed to providing quality services to all our residents and their families in the idyllic town of Kingsport, Tennessee. We offer exceptional short-term rehabilitation as well as a range of specialty programs and complex clinical services. We also provide a full...
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Asbury at Steadman Hill is a dedicated assisted living and memory care facility that is part of Asbury Place Kingsport, a broader senior living community. This community offers specialized care and support for individuals with varying needs, particularly focusing on those requiring assistance...
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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: Nursing Homes
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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: 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: 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.
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: 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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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: 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.
Cost of nursing homes in Carter County, TN
The average cost of senior living in Carter County is $4,452 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Mosheim, TN with an average of $3,885 per month.
Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Carter County, TN vs. nearby counties
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Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Carter County, TN vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Carter County
Recent reviews for nursing homes in Carter County
The Blake at Kingsport
5.0
The staff is very helpful and friendly. They are very good about communicating with the family about your loved one, and you can call and ask about them any time. The move-in process is smooth, but be ready to produce documents like Medicaid info, living will, driver's license, etc. The meals ...
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Brookdale Lenoir
4.5
From the moment my mother moved in, the staff has gone above and beyond to make her feel comfortable and ease her anxiety from moving from her home after my father died. I am so grateful. Thank you so much!
The Courtyards at Johnson City - The Gardens
3.8
When it comes to the meals and dining, this area needs lots of work. There needs to be healthier, fresh food...more vegetables and fruits. And better quality meats. The activities has recently dramatically improved with the hiring of a really good activities director. Previously, there ...
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Carter County nursing homes services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Carter County nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Carter County, 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 Carter County 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 Carter County 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
46.4%
2.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
42%
9.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
84.1%
26.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
85.5%
26.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
50.7%
9.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
18.8%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
85.5%
22.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
47.8%
6.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
50.7%
17.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Carter County 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 Carter County Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Carter County, TNNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
47.8%
3.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
30.4%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
42%
5.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
7.2%
1.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Carter County 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 Carter County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Carter County, TNNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
24.6%
0.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
34.8%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
31.9%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
27.5%
3.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Carter County 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 Carter County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Carter County, TNNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
10.1%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
34.8%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
31.9%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
8.7%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Carter County 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 Carter County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Carter County, TNNational
Activity director
Activity director
42%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
31.9%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
24.6%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
49.3%
6.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
39.1%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
52.2%
6.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
36.2%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
24.6%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
33.3%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
40.6%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
37.7%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
27.5%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
11.6%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
39.1%
0.4%
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Brookdale Bristol, Brookdale Colonial Heights and Brookdale Johnson City are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Carter County, Tennessee. See full list of communities.
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Nursing Homes in Cities Near Carter County
- Wing, North Carolina
- Plumtree, North Carolina
- Three Mile, North Carolina
- Pyatte, North Carolina
- Altamont, North Carolina
- Stamey Town, North Carolina
- Roaring Creek, North Carolina
- Crossnore, North Carolina
- Beech Bottom, North Carolina
- Hughes, North Carolina
- Chestnut Dale, North Carolina
- Frank, North Carolina
- Carpenter Bottom, North Carolina
- Minneapolis, North Carolina
- Vale, North Carolina
- Newland, North Carolina
- Pineola, North Carolina
- Montezuma, North Carolina
- Cranberry Gap, North Carolina
- Cranberry, North Carolina
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