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The 10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in East Ridge, TN for 2023

There are 50 Assisted Living Facilities in the East Ridge area, with 2 in East Ridge and 48 nearby.

The average cost of assisted living in East Ridge is $3,100 per month. This is lower than the national median of $3,895.

To help you with your search, browse the 294 reviews below for assisted living facilities in East Ridge. On average, consumers rate assisted living in East Ridge 4.6 out of 5 stars. Better rated regions include Ooltewah with an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars.

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What to Consider About Assisted Living in East Ridge

East Ridge, Tennessee, is home to the Antique District, an area of town with multiple antique stores such as the Antique Mall, and the Greenbriar Antique Merchants. Seniors can get outdoors in places like Springvale Park, go shopping, and have access to two Assisted Living Facilities (ALFs) within city limits, with 45 in the nearby area. The state of Tennessee refers to ALFs as Assisted-Care Living Services. The services they provide include assistance with daily living activities, supervision and medication management. The regulations for these facilities are made by the Tennessee Department of Health.

Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in East Ridge

  • Seniors on a budget in East Ridge may have an easier time building a savings due to the city’s cost of living, which is 10.7 percent lower than the national average. 

  • Seniors in East Ridge have access to the Chattanooga Area Regional Transit Authority (CARTA), a curb-to-curb service that provides transportation to shopping and doctor’s appointments. The buses are wheelchair accessible for persons with limited mobility.

  • East Ridge has a gentle four-season climate. The summers are hot with a high average of 90 degrees, and the winters are mild with a low average of 30 degrees. Seniors with limited mobility may have an easy time being active all year round because there is only 2 inches of snow annually.

  • The American Lung Association has given Hamilton county an air quality ozone rating of C, and a particle pollution 24-hour rating of B. This may be cause for concern with seniors who have a serious respiratory illness.

  • Seniors and their loved ones may not feel safe and secure in East Ridge due to the high rates of crime. Violent crime is rated at 67.7 out of 100 (1 being the safest), which is much higher than the national average of 31.1. Property crime is rated at 62.8, which is also higher than the national average of 38.1. 

  • The East Ridge area is home to world-class medical facilities, including Parkridge East Hospital, in the event of medical emergencies or illness

Paying for Assisted Living in East Ridge

Assisted Living costs in East Ridge start around $3,100 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 East Ridge 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.

Cities in Tennessee

US

$4,000

Hixson

$3,695

Chattanooga

$3,682

Lookout Mountain

$3,650

Fort Oglethorpe

$3,575

East Ridge

$3,100

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in East Ridge

Low-income seniors in Tennessee may be eligible to receive financial assistance for assisted living costs through the state’s Medicaid program TennCare, which offers the Long-Term Care Program, also called CHOICES

Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Tennessee page.

Financial Assistance in Tennessee

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.

Free Assisted Living Resources in East Ridge

East Ridge and the surrounding area are home to numerous government agencies and non-profit organizations offering help for seniors searching for or currently residing in an assisted living community. These organizations can also provide assistance in a number of other eldercare services such as geriatric care management, elder law advice, estate planning, finding home care and health and wellness programs.

To see a list of free assisted living resources in East Ridge, please visit our Assisted Living in Tennessee page.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in East Ridge

East Ridge-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.

Laws and Regulations in Tennessee

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