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How Many Assisted Living Facilities Are in Tennessee?
Date Updated: July 26, 2024
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Rachel Lustbader is a writer and editor with a background in healthcare and technology. Her work has been published on websites including HealthCare.com, BiteSizeBio.com, BetterHelp.com, Caring.com, and PayingforSeniorCare.com. She studied health science and public health at Boston University.
Both of Rachel’s grandmothers had very positive experiences in senior living communities, and Rachel saw firsthand the impact that kind, committed caregivers and community managers can have on seniors’ and their family members’ lives. With her work at Caring, Rachel hopes to help other families find communities, caregivers, and at-home products that benefit elderly loved ones and make life less stressful for family caregivers
Tennessee has 435 assisted living facilities across the state’s 95 counties. These facilities are ideal for seniors who need more assistance than they can receive at home. Residents of Nashville, Memphis and other large metropolitan areas have the greatest number of options.
Amenities and Care at Tennessee’s Assisted Living Facilities
At Tennessee’s assisted living communities, caregivers work around the clock helping seniors with their medications and daily living activities, such as dressing and bathing. Many facilities coordinate additional health care services with third-party providers, and some even offer on-site therapy. Between their meals, residents can participate in various social and recreational activities. While floor plans for residents’ accommodations vary between facilities, emergency response systems and bathrooms equipped with grab bars and other safety features are standard.
How to Find an Assisted Living Facility in Tennessee
Seniors and their families can contact the state’s Commission on Aging and Disability to locate their nearest Area Agency on Aging. This organization can advise seniors on the assisted living communities near their homes and the services and amenities they offer. The AAA also works with the Long Term Care Ombudsman who regularly visits assisted living facilities in person and can educate seniors on the quality of care and inspection history at local facilities. Because nearly every assisted living community has a web presence, a quick internet search brings up hundreds of websites and social media pages providing details from each facility regarding care, services and pricing.