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10 Best Nursing Homes in Drake Forest, TN
Drake Forest 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 32 nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care communities in Drake Forest, the best fit for your loved one will depend on their budget and needs. The cost of nursing home care in Drake Forest is about $3,831, but costs tend to increase as care needs increase. To learn more, browse our 323 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 Reo, Naomi and Sale Creek.
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Cost of nursing homes in Drake Forest, TN
The average cost of senior living in Drake Forest is $3,831 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include New Hope, TN with an average of $3,400 per month.
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Drake Forest
Recent reviews for nursing homes in Drake Forest
Morning Pointe of Chattanooga at Shallowford
5.0
I absolutely love it and my Dad seems to like it. I love the staff and they have been great for my Dad. He has adjusted extremely well. He feels like this is his home. He is really happy with the food there.
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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The Bridge at Ooltewah
5.0
I live with my mom at The Bridge at Ooltewah. mom has lived here since [date removed]. we love being part of the community there. there is never a dull moment and it is a loving and caring community. there are lots of things to do and much musical entertainment and the food is good.
Drake Forest nursing homes services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Drake Forest nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Drake Forest, 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 Drake Forest 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 Drake Forest 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
61.5%
2.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
69.2%
9.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
92.3%
26.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
88.5%
26.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
73.1%
9.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
42.3%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
88.5%
22.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
53.8%
6.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
76.9%
17.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Drake Forest 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 Drake Forest Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
53.8%
3.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
46.2%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
42.3%
5.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
15.4%
1.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Drake Forest 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 Drake Forest partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Drake Forest, TNNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
50%
0.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
53.8%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
50%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
38.5%
3.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Drake Forest 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 Drake Forest communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
30.8%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
57.7%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
38.5%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15.4%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Drake Forest 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 Drake Forest offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
57.7%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
26.9%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
30.8%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
53.8%
6.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
57.7%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
61.5%
6.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
57.7%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
38.5%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
38.5%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
53.8%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
53.8%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
23.1%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
26.9%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
53.8%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Brookdale Mount Vernon Drive, StoryPoint Chattanooga and Brookdale Hixson are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Drake Forest, Tennessee. See full list of communities.
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