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Nestled in the Cumberland and Appalachian mountains, Cookeville has approximately 3 nursing homes catering to seniors with diverse care needs. Nursing homes provide comprehensive care for seniors who require constant supervision and medical care but do not qualify for hospitalization. In-home care or assisted living are more affordable options and appropriate for seniors with fewer care needs.
For those researching nursing homes in Cookeville, our guide features 36 reviews reviews with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars stars.
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815 SOUTH WALNUT AVENUE, Cookeville, TN, 38501
3.8
(5 reviews)
"NHC HealthCare Cookeville is very nice. It is where my sister is now. We usually eat with her every weekend. They have choices with meals. She could have a dinner-type meal at lunch. Another option would be to have a soup and sandwich for lunch, and ..."
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444 ONE ELEVEN PLACE, Cookeville, TN, 38501
3.3
(9 reviews)
"at age 54,, i would have never guessed that i would be admitted to a SNF for assistance after a major cervical fusion surgery. I have nothing but praise for all the staff and the therapists. it was a God send to me and a blessing to be there for 2 we..."
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278 Dry Valley Road, Cookeville, TN, 38506
3.0
(1 reviews)
"My mother is in Signature HealthCARE of Putnam County. There's nothing I like about it. When we went over, she had not been cleaned up. There are no activities, she's just lying in bed. It was clean. Her room has two beds, and you can't even turn aro..."
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Nursing homes in Cookeville have a median cost of $7,148 for a semi-private room and $7,604 for a private room per month.
In Cookeville, the cost of nursing home care is the same as the state's estimated median expense of $7,148 per month but $760 lower than the national rate of $7,908. Seniors in Morristown and Cleveland pay approximately $456 less than those in Cookeville, while those in Chattanooga pay a midrange monthly cost of $7,325, which is $177 more.
Cookeville
$7,148
Tennessee
$7,148
United States
$7,908
Morristown
$6,692
Cleveland
$6,692
Chattanooga
$7,325
Nursing homes cater to seniors with medical needs. Those with fewer care requirements have more affordable choices for long-term care. In-home care, with a lower price of $4,757 monthly, assists with daily living tasks such as grooming and bathing. Home health care, with a lower monthly rate of $4,714, provides limited medical assistance at home. Assisted living facilities cost around $3,823 and are ideal for independent seniors who require nonmedical assistance. The least expensive option is adult day health care at $1,517 per month for those who require supervision during daytime hours.
In-Home Care
$4,757
Home Health Care
$4,714
Adult Day Health Care
$1,517
Assisted Living Facility
$3,823
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$7,148
Nursing Home Facility (private room)
$7,604
Note:Â Data for Cookeville was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Knoxville, was used instead.
Many seniors and their families use some form of financial assistance to help them pay for nursing care. The main options available are Medicare, Medicaid and veterans benefits. These programs can be complicated, especially when it comes to benefit terms. Below, we give a brief overview of how these programs may be used towards paying for skilled nursing care.
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If these options aren't available to you, check if your loved one has long-term care insurance or contact your Area Agency on Aging to ask about local financial assistance programs for seniors.
Nursing Homes
Stacy Walters
1
Review of Bethesda Health Care Center
My grandma was there 5 days for respite care. They didn’t take her to toilet and she is continent. They never soaked her teeth. She now has a bed sore and tear on her leg. They never washed her...
Nursing Homes
Joan
5
Review of Nhc Healthcare, Cookeville
NHC HealthCare Cookeville is very nice. It is where my sister is now. We usually eat with her every weekend. They have choices with meals. She could have a dinner-type meal at lunch. Another option...
Nursing Homes
Sharon
5
Review of Nhc Healthcare, Cookeville
My mom is currently staying in NHC HealthCare Cookeville and they have been great. If you have a problem, all you have to do is call and tell them the problem, and they will connect you with the...
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