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Caring Stars Winner
Brookdale Bristol
One Liberty Place, Bristol, VA 24201
"Brookdale Bristol was a nice place, very friendly, and very clean. The staff that I met during the tour seemed to be...
Assisted Living
$2,985
Assisted Living Communities in Bristol, TN
Bristol sits about two hours northeast of Knoxville, near the Virginia state border. The city...
hosts 28 assisted living communities, while an additional dwells in surrounding areas. Overall, these communities charge about $4,599 per month in 2024. This amount is less than Tennessee's typical price of $4,900 and the national rate of $5,350.
According to our directory, reviewers give Bristol's assisted living communities an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars stars. Explore 257 reviews reviews below to learn more.
28 Providers
American House Bristol
826 Meadowview Road, Bristol, TN 37620
"It is our favorite because of the location since we live five or six miles from it, and it is easily accessible. The...
Assisted LivingMemory Care
$2,900
Oakmont at Gordon Park
401 Gordon Avenue, Bristol, VA 24201
"My mother moved into Oakmont, which seems to be a wonderful, well-run facility. They're wonderful. The staff has been...
Assisted LivingMemory Care
$3,672
Brookdale Kingsport
2424 N. John B. Dennis Hwy., Kingsport, TN 37660
"The apartments at Brookdale Kingsport are bright, clean, cheerful, and big. My sister has a little kitchenette and a big...
Assisted Living
$4,305
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Brookdale Colonial Heights
400 Professional Park Drive, Kingsport, TN 37663
"We were naturally concerned when we had to place our elderly family member in assisted living. But Clay, Spring and...
Assisted LivingMemory Care
$4,960
American House Johnson City
406 E. Mountain View Road, Johnson City, TN 37601
"My mother is currently here. So far, I've been very satisfied with them. The staff is very pleasant and accommodating...
Assisted LivingMemory Care
$2,400
Abundant Christian Living
2016 Sherwood Drive, Johnson City, TN 37601
"I went to Abundant Christian Living. The one-bedroom was nice. The two-bedroom wasn't laid out very well. It's too big...
Assisted LivingContinuing Care Communities+1
$4,018
Brookdale Rock Springs
640 Rock Springs Road, Kingsport, TN 37664
"We toured Brookdale Rock Springs. I like it very much. If I were choosing right now, that would probably be it. I like...
Assisted Living
$4,725
StoryPoint Johnson City
2412 Knob Creek Rd, Johnson City, TN 37604
"It is nice; it has has games, patio, and a beauty shop. The food was good, and they serve three meals a day. We don’t...
Assisted LivingMemory Care
$4,700
Caring Stars Winner
American House Kingsport
901 Teasel Drive, Kingsport, TN 37660
"The person who showed me around was lovely. I just did not like the feel of it. It seemed dark inside, but they seemed...
Assisted LivingMemory Care
$4,320
Fort Shelby Manor
200 Solar Street, Bristol, VA 24201
"The Service was excellent , residents seem happy and enjoy the environment, which is on solar hill above downtown...
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Rehab Center and Memory Care at Bristol
109 Village Cir, Bristol, VA 24201
"Covington Senior Living of Lehi was a brand new facility that just opened. They were still putting in chairs and things...
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Renaissance House
482 Bradley St , Abingdon, VA 24210
"We have already placed my sister in Renaissance House. The place is OK, but it is pretty institutional-looking, i.e...
Assisted Living
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Abingdon Manor / Renaissance House
481 Bradley St Sw, Abingdon, VA 24210
"Abingdon Manor has obviously seen better days, at least as far as the building goes. Some attempt has been made to...
Assisted Living
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Crown Cypress Assisted Living
2424 East Stone Drive, Kingsport, TN 37660
"I was welcomed warmly when I arrived. The atmosphere was very pleasant.The staff was very helpful and knowledgable about...
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Preston Place Suites
2001 N. John B Dennis, Kingsport, TN 37660
"My mother is in Preston Place in her own separate living quarters. Everybody is really nice and friendly. They have all...
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Life Care Center of Gray
791 OLD GRAY STATION ROAD, Gray, TN 37615
"Life Care Center of Gray is a very warm facility. They seem very caring. The caregivers seem very concerned. The...
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The Blake at Kingsport
915 Holston Hills Drive, Kingsport, TN 37664
"I visited The Blake at Kingsport for my mom. It is very, very costly, but it is very nice. The staff was very helpful...
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Princeton Transitional Care
401 Princeton Road, Johnson City, TN 37601
"My grandmother is now in Princeton Transitional Care and Assisted Living, it's nice. It's newer, they offer 24-hour...
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Life Care Center of Elizabethton
1641 HIGHWAY 19E, Elizabethton, TN 37643
"The main reason why I chose this facility is because they provide rehabilitation service and therapy 7 days a week. And...
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Reviews of Communities Nearby
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Average in a field of no good options
3.0
Review of American House Bristol
American House is like any typical assisted living in the United States--focused on profit, expensive, not enough staff, and extra charges for many things. It's very discouraging what over $6500 a...
Provider response
Thank you for your feedback. It's always our hope our residents and guests have a pleasant experience with us. When they don't, we want to personally hear about it. Feel free to reach out to our...
Assisted Living
Joann
5.0
Review of American House Bristol
American House Bristol was very, very clean. One thing I did like about it is that it had a courtyard. When you go inside the building, you have a nice lobby area and then you also have doors that...
Provider response
Joann, thank you for taking the time to visit our community! We enjoyed meeting you and hope to welcome you home to American House!
Assisted Living
Sandra
4.0
Review of American House Bristol
My dad is at American House Bristol. He seems to be adjusting well. They seem to be very sensitive and typically are well informed of anything that he needs. I'm very pleased with where he is right...
Provider response
Sandra, thank you for the 4-star review of our community! We really appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback and being so open with us.
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The Cost of Assisted Living in Bristol, TN and Nearby Cities
According to the Genworth 2024 Cost of Care Survey, assisted living in Bristol costs about $4,599 per month. This is $751 less than the national median, but seniors can find even lower fees in Morristown, where facilities charge about $3,970. On the other hand, rates are notably higher in Chattanooga, at approximately $5,350 per month.
Bristol
$4,599
Tennessee
$4,900
The United States
$5,350
Knoxville
$4,825
Morristown
$3,970
Chattanooga
$5,350
Paying for Assisted Living in Bristol
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Bristol
The state of Tennessee provides financial assistance to eligible seniors via its TennCare program. The program provides healthcare and long-term care to local seniors.
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Tennessee page.
More Ways to Pay for Assisted Living
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.
The Cost of Other Types of Senior Living in Bristol, TN
Assisted living in Bristol, costing a median of $4,599 per month, offers a cost-effective option for seniors needing basic assistance with daily activities. It is $168 cheaper than home health care, which provides more intensive, medical support in the home. Additionally, it is $4,480 less expensive than nursing home care, which offers round-the-clock medical supervision and comprehensive care for those with significant health needs, justifying its higher cost.
Home Health Care
$4,767
Assisted Living Facility
$4,599
Nursing Home Facility (semi-private room)
$9,079
Free Assisted Living Resources in Bristol
Bristol and the surrounding area offer a variety of programs and services to help seniors in assisted living facilities. Some of these services include counseling and legal aid, while others provide older adults an opportunity to socialize and stay active within the community.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Tennessee Commission on Aging and Disability | (615) 741-2056 | The Tennessee Commission on Aging and Disability was created by the state general assembly to provide leadership on issues regarding aging. The commission works to bring programs, resources and organizations that preserve the quality of life of older adults in the region. |
| First Tennessee Area Agency on Aging and Disability | (423) 764-1818 | The local area agency on aging provides information on the available programs and services for older adults who reside in the area. The agency offers delivered meals, transportation, legal aid and case management. |
| Tennessee Technology Access Program (TTAP) | (615) 313-5183 | TTAP is a state program that helps seniors locate assistive devices and services to live independent and productive lives. The program also provides training and outreach programs to help seniors become more aware of what’s available and how the products can be used. |
| Tennessee Long-Term Care Ombudsman | (615) 253-5412 | The state long-term care ombudsman listens to concerns and problems that arise in long-term care facilities and works to solve them. These concerns include quality of care, finances, residents’ rights, admissions, transfers and discharge. |
| Slater Community Center | (423) 764-4023 | The first floor of the Slater Community Center is devoted to the senior program division. The building has two cardio rooms, a weight room, billiards and an auditorium. The cafeteria, which is also used as a gathering place for seniors, has three computer workstations and is also used for public meetings and other events. |
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Bristol
Bristol-area assisted living communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all assisted living communities in Tennessee are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Tennessee page for more information about these laws.
