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The 3 Best Memory Care Facilities in Kingsport, TN for 2024

The Tennessee city of Kingsport is located in the northeastern part of the state and has a population of around 56,150. Roughly 24.7% of these residents are aged 65 or older, which is the demographic considered at high risk for developing Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. According to the Alzheimer’s Association, about 6.7 million Americans are affected by memory loss and that figure is predicted to increase to 13.8 million by 2050. The CDC reports the number of Alzheimer’s-related deaths in Kingsport rose over 74% from 2016 to 2020, which is significantly higher than the 27% increase of non-Alzheimer’s-related deaths.

Access to quality dementia care is crucial for those with memory loss to maintain a high quality of life. Memory care communities offer long-term care services with 24-hour staff specifically trained to treat cognitive impairments. These communities offer a variety of therapeutic approaches and engaging activities, including music and pet therapy, designed to support cognitive changes and facilitate improvements.

This guide evaluates the pros and cons of living in Kingsport and lists comparative costs of memory care and other long-term care options. It also features a table of helpful resources that may aid seniors with memory loss as well as their caregivers.

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What to Consider About Memory Care in Kingsport

The Tennessee Department of Health (TDH) oversees and regulates memory care facilities throughout the state. It’s responsible for licensing and regulating various health care facilities, including memory care facilities, to ensure compliance with state regulations and standards. Specific divisions within this department are dedicated to ensuring seniors receive quality care and are protected from any instances of elder abuse.

Benefits and Drawbacks of Memory Care in Kingsport

  • Based on a 100-point scale, health care costs in Kingsport are about 7% higher than the U.S. average. However, seniors have access to 357 physicians per 100,000 population, which is better than the national average of 210.
  • Kingsport seniors have access to two publicly high-ranking local hospitals — Holston Valley Medical Center and Indian Path Community Hospital. Both are Ballad Health hospitals, with HVMC offering nationally ranked cardiovascular care and Level III trauma. The Indian Path Community Hospital is a not-for-profit hospital providing emergency and surgical services, a cancer center and an accredited joint replacement program.
  • The cost of living in Kingsport is more affordable than both statewide and national averages. Kingsport has an overall score of 79.5 based on a 100-point scale, which means the city is 21% cheaper than the U.S. average. Kingsport’s lower taxes and access to lower prices for groceries and transportation make this an attractive city from a budget perspective.
  • Although Kingsport has a higher crime rate than the U.S. average at 33.7 compared to 22.7, it is significantly below average for a city of its size. Crime rates have also been on a steady decline in Kingsport over the past decade, making the city much safer for residents. As an added bonus, memory care communities offer 24/7 security to ensure seniors are free from harm.
  • Seniors in Kingsport can enjoy mild summers, cool winters and 203 sunny days per year to spend outdoors. On average, the city receives only 9 inches of snow per year, which is far lower than the U.S. average of 28 inches. Rainfall is 44 inches per year and the temperatures range from 25 to 87 degrees Fahrenheit. Kingsport also ranks 7.4 on a 10-point comfort index, making it more comfortable than most places to live in Tennessee. 
  • Although Tennessee has one of the highest state and local sales tax in the nation, it has no income tax, which can help seniors in Kingsport cover memory care costs. For example, 401(k), IRA, pension income and Social Security benefits are all collected without paying any state tax on them.

Paying for Memory Care in Kingsport

Note: Residential memory care is usually offered in assisted living facilities, and in general, memory care rates tend to be 20-30% higher than assisted living rates. No national database currently tracks memory care costs in the United States, so we’ve estimated the monthly memory care costs listed below by adding 25% to the rates listed in Genworth’s 2021 Cost of Care Survey.

Seniors in Kingsport pay an average of $5,556 per month for memory care, but this price can vary depending on community location and amenities. 

The Cost of Memory Care in Nearby Cities

In Kingsport, memory care costs an average of $5,556 per month, which is $400 more than Tennessee’s statewide average and $100 less than the national median. Prices in nearby cities are slightly less than Kingsport. Neighboring Johnson City costs $5,125, and a little further south in Chattanooga, it’s only slightly higher at $5,275. The lowest cost for memory care in eastern Tennessee is found in Knoxville at just $4,779 per month.

Kingsport

$5,556

Tennessee

$5,131

The United States

$5,625

Johnson City

$5,125

Chattanooga

$5,275

Knoxville

$4,779

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

Compared to other senior care options in Kingsport, adult day health care is the most affordable, at $2,080 per month. Nonmedical in-home and light medical home health care share an equivalent monthly rate of $4,338 and are ideal for seniors who wish to remain at home. Assisted living provides access to 24-hour staff, room and board for a lower price than memory care at $4,445 per month. The highest cost of $7,072 is for a semiprivate room at a nursing home for seniors requiring around-the-clock skilled nursing care. 

Memory Care

$5,556

In-Home Care

$4,338

Home Health Care

$4,338

Adult Day Health Care

$2,080

Assisted Living Facility

$4,445

Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)

$7,072

Financial Assistance for Memory Care in Kingsport

In Kingsport there are options for seniors who need financial assistance paying for Memory Care. For more information about other options, who qualifies, and how to apply, visit our Memory Care in Tennessee page.

More ways to pay for memory care in TN

More Ways to Pay for Memory Care

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

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

For more information about different ways to finance memory care, visit our Memory Care in Tennessee page.

Free & Low-Cost Memory Care Resources in Kingsport

Kingsport offers a wide variety of resources for seniors and their caregivers to find necessary support for memory care. The following table highlights just a few organizations and government agencies which offer free and low-cost services for those living with cognitive decline. 

ResourceContactService
First Tennessee Area Agency on Aging and Disability(423) 722-5120The First Tennessee Area on Aging and Disability (FTAAAD) assists seniors with services to help promote their quality of life. Assistance team members provide both telephone and in-person support to better gauge specific needs and direct seniors to the most suitable services and programs.
First District Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program(423) 979-2599The LTC Ombudsman program is available to residents of long-term care facilities and their families to help them resolve complaints pertaining to care or to answer questions they may have about specific care. Volunteer representatives advocate on behalf of the elderly to ensure quality care is received and make a difference in the lives of seniors.
Legal Aid of East Tennessee(423) 928-8311The Legal Aid of East Tennessee represents seniors and low-income families who don't often have the resources to afford the assistance they need. They offer high-quality legal services free of charge to qualifying seniors. As strong advocates for the elderly, they help navigate legal issues and provide compassionate care for their clients.
Kingsport Senior Center(423) 392-8400With a tagline of "Fun Begins at 50," the Kingsport Senior Center offers a wide variety of social engagement and volunteer opportunities to help seniors maintain a high quality of life. It provides a stimulating educational environment aimed at engaging seniors and promoting wellness in physical, mental, and spiritual areas.
Tennessee State Health Insurance Assistance Program(877) 801-0044The Tennessee SHIP assistance is offered free of charge and provides objective counseling about Medicare-related questions from seniors and their family members. Volunteers are specifically trained to help navigate the often overwhelming benefits and health insurance pathways.
East Tennessee Chapter of the Alzheimer's Association(865) 200-6668The local chapter draws upon resources and information provided from the national level, but caters to the local residents and community. Although the Tri-Cities chapter has recently closed, services are provided through the Knoxville chapter and national organization. Their aim is to increase awareness and work toward eradicating Alzheimer's.

Memory Care Laws and Regulations in Kingsport

Kingsport Memory Care Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Memory Care Facilities in Tennessee are required to follow. Visit our Memory Care in Tennessee page for more information about these laws.

Memory Care Laws and Regulations in Tennessee

Reviews of Communities Nearby

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Donna

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

Review of Preston Place II

My father moved into Preston Place II Memory Care. It's been great. The staff is very nice, and what we've asked for, and what we've looked for, they have done. They have events and activities they...

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Lois

I visited this facility

Review of Brookdale Colonial Heights

My husband will be moving into Brookdale Colonial Heights. We chose this place because I like the friendliness, and he was thrilled with it. He came away saying how friendly and nice it was. He...

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Scott R

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

Review of Brookdale Colonial Heights

We visited every memory care facility in the area but once we met the team at Brookdale Colonial Heights we had zero doubts on where our grandmother belonged. Brookdale felt like a family and their...

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