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9 Best Nursing Homes in Rafter, TN

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Rafter 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 9 nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care communities in Rafter, the best fit for your loved one will depend on their budget and needs. The cost of nursing home care in Rafter is about $4,284, but costs tend to increase as care needs increase. To learn more, browse our 65 reviews and explore the services and amenities available in your area.

 

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Nursing Homes Facilities near Rafter, TN

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9.5
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14 reviews
9.5
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14 reviews
5 star
72%
4 star
7%
3 star
7%
2 star
0%
1 star
14%
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The key to our opinion of The Neighborhood is its staff. The director of the memory care unit [name removed] an incredible job. She organizes multiple activities both for physical and mental stimulation. She...
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.
The Neighborhood at Tellico Village is a charming senior living community located in Loudon, a bustling town in the Eastern part of the state, 33 miles southwest of Knoxville, in Loudon County. We offer 24-hour nursing available on-site, assisted living and memory / Alzheimer's care. Step inside...
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9.3
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44 reviews
9.3
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44 reviews
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They had excellent reviews and the location was a perfect fit. I remember [name removed] stopped and interacted with the residents while she was taking us on a tour, and it was clear that the residents were...
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.
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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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
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.
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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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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Cost of nursing homes in Rafter, TN

The average cost of senior living in Rafter is $4,284 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Sweetwater, TN with an average of $3,707 per month.

Nursing homes costs in Rafter, TN, vs. nearby cities

Rafter, TN
$4,284/mo

Nursing homes costs in Rafter, TN, vs. state and national averages

Rafter, TN
$4,284/mo
U.S. national average
$4,946/mo

Nursing homes costs in Rafter, TN, vs. other senior living options

$4,088/mo
Nursing Homes
$4,284/mo

Nursing homes costs in Rafter, TN, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,425/mo
Studio
$4,993/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,455/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,768/mo

Senior living costs in Rafter vs. state and 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 destination: Rafter, TN
Column state: Tennessee
Column national: U.S.
Community typeRafter, TNTennesseeU.S.
Nursing Homes$4,284/mo$4,358/mo$4,946/mo
Assisted Living$3,512/mo$4,267/mo$4,698/mo
Memory Care$4,088/mo$4,358/mo$4,946/mo
Independent Living$3,588/mo$3,781/mo$4,153/mo
Nursing Homes
Rafter, TN:$4,284/mo
Tennessee:$4,358/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
Assisted Living
Rafter, TN:$3,512/mo
Tennessee:$4,267/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Memory Care
Rafter, TN:$4,088/mo
Tennessee:$4,358/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
Independent Living
Rafter, TN:$3,588/mo
Tennessee:$3,781/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
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Nursing homes costs in Rafter, TN, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly nursing homes costs have shifted over the past five years in Rafter 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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Nursing homes cost trends in Rafter, TN

The table below shows how monthly nursing homes costs in Rafter 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
Rafter, TN$5,825/mo$5,262/mo+10.7%
Tennessee$4,660/mo$4,299/mo+8.4%
National$5,383/mo$5,080/mo+6.0%
Rafter, TN
2024 average cost:$5,825/mo
2023 average cost:$5,262/mo
Percent change:+10.7%
Tennessee
2024 average cost:$4,660/mo
2023 average cost:$4,299/mo
Percent change:+8.4%
National
2024 average cost:$5,383/mo
2023 average cost:$5,080/mo
Percent change:+6.0%
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about nursing homes in Rafter

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Rafter

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

TerraBella Athens

5.0
The staff is professional, caring and it feels like home to my mother-in-law . The food is good! I would definitely recommend to others.

The Crossings at Tellico Village in Loudon, TN

5.0
The neighborhood at Tellico Village is the best place we could have placed my grandfather. From the catering staff to medical aid to nurses and doctors this place is a five star resort. The staff communicates extremely well with families and will go out of their way to be able to help you and ...
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Rafter nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Rafter nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Rafter, 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 Rafter 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 Rafter that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Rafter, TNNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
75%
2.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
50%
9.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
75%
23.5%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
75%
23.9%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
75%
10%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
75%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
75%
20.3%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
75%
7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
75%
17.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Rafter 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 Rafter Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Rafter, TNNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
75%
4%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
50%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
50%
5.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Rafter 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 Rafter partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Rafter, TNNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
75%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
75%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
50%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
75%
3.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Rafter 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 Rafter communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Rafter, TNNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
50%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
75%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
75%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
25%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Rafter 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 Rafter offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Rafter, TNNational
Activity director
Activity director
75%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
50%
0.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
75%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
75%
6.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
75%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
75%
6.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
75%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
50%
0.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
75%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
75%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
75%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
75%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
50%
0.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
75%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

The Crossings at Tellico Village, TerraBella Athens and Morning Pointe of Athens are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Rafter, Tennessee. See full list of communities.
There are 9 nursing homes facilities near Rafter, Tennessee. See the full list.
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