The 5 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Sweetwater, TN for 2024

There are 5 Assisted Living Facilities in the Sweetwater area, with 2 in Sweetwater and 3 nearby.

To help you with your search, browse the 141 reviews below for assisted living facilities in Sweetwater. On average, consumers rate assisted living in Sweetwater 3.66 out of 5 stars. Better rated regions include Loudon with an average rating of 4.63 out of 5 stars.

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Sweetwater, which is located in Monroe County, Tennessee, is home to the Lost Sea, the largest underground lake in the United States. Visitors can take a guided tour through the caverns and take a boat ride through the underground lake. While Sweetwater is a popular tourist destination, it also serves as the permanent home for about 5,800 people, including a senior community that comprises over 20% of the population. 

Some Sweetwater seniors reside in the region's five assisted living facilities, including the two that are located within Sweetwater. These facilities, like all assisted living facilities in the state, are licensed by the Tennessee Department of Health, Board for Licensing Health Care Facilities. 

• Sweetwater is a relatively economical place to live with a cost of living that is about 16% below the national average and 12% below the statewide average. It may be easier for seniors with tight retirement budgets to find affordable assisted living here than in one of the state's more costly cities. 
  
• Crime is fairly prevalent in Sweetwater, which may be a consideration for active seniors who enjoy being out alone. On a 100-point crime index, the city's violent crime rate is roughly 20 points higher than the national average, and the property crime rate is about 40 points higher. 
  
• Over the course of a year, average seasonal temperatures range between 26 degrees and 88 degrees. Seniors may want to find out what types of indoor activities are available at their assisted living facilities during very warm or very cold months.  
  
• The Sweetwater area is home to world-class medical facilities, including Sweetwater Hospital Association, in the event of medical emergencies or illness.
  
•  While Tennessee has a relatively high sales tax rate, the state doesn't have a standard state income tax. This means that seniors don't pay taxes at the state level for any type of retirement income, which may leave more money available for assisted living services.  
  

  Note: Data reported on this page was updated in 2019 and based on the latest 2018 figures.

Assisted Living costs in Sweetwater start around $0 per month on average, while the nationwide average cost of assisted living is $4,000 per month, according to the latest figures from Genworth’s Cost of Care Survey.

It’s important to note that assisted living rates in Sweetwater and the surrounding suburbs can vary widely based on factors such as location, the level of care needed, apartment size and the types of amenities offered at each community.

While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:

• Veterans Benefits
• Life Insurance Policy
• Long-Term Care Insurance
• Reverse Mortgage

For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Tennessee page.