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Assisted Living Communities in Hixson, Tennessee

Located within Chattanooga in Hamilton County, Hixson sits in a region where 9 assisted living communities accommodate seniors who need daily care. In 2024, seniors considering local residential services budget around $5,350 per month for assisted living, with local rates lining up with the national norm but running $450 over the Tennessee median.

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The Cost of Assisted Living in Hixson, TN and Nearby Cities

Assisted living rates in Hixson fall near $5,350 monthly, according to the 2024 Genworth Cost of Care Survey. While this rate aligns with the national norm, it surpasses the Tennessee median of $4,900, as well as rates in nearby communities. For example, seniors who obtain care in Jackson spend around $1,200 less, and facilities in Clarksville charge comparatively economical rates of about $3,450.

Hixson

$5,350

Tennessee

$4,900

The United States

$5,350

Jackson

$4,140

Nashville

$5,316

Knoxville

$4,825

Clarksville

$3,450

Paying for Assisted Living in Hixson, TN

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Hixson

The TennCare CHOICES program, part of the Tennessee Medicaid program, can help qualified seniors pay for the cost of assisted living in Hixson. Seniors must already be on Medicaid to qualify.

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 Hixson, TN

Monthly assisted living fees in Hixson come in at approximately $5,350. By comparison, seniors who attend adult day health care spend around $1,733, but rates run notably higher for solutions that include skilled nursing services. For example, home health care agencies charge around $5,434, and nursing home rates fall near $8,486.

Home Health Care

$5,434

Adult Day Health Care

$1,733

Assisted Living Facility

$5,350

Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)

$8,486

Note: Since data for Hixson is unavailable, we used data for the nearest city, Chattanooga, instead.

Free Assisted Living Resources in Hixson

Seniors in Hixson can call on the help of a range of government agencies and nonprofit organizations. The following resources are samples of what’s available to help seniors in dispute with their care providers, veterans unsure about the benefits they’re entitled to and retirees looking to positively use their free time and help their communities.

ResourceContactService
Long-Term Care Ombudsman(877) 236-0013Seniors unable to resolve issues with their care providers can contact the Long-Term Care Ombudsman, who will advocate for them and pursue resolutions to their complaints. The families of assisted living residents and third parties can also register complaints. If a complaint alleges criminal actions, such as elder abuse and neglect, the ombudsman immediately refers it to the proper authority. Seniors can also get free access to inspection reports, enabling them to make more informed choices on the best assisted living facilities for their needs.
Hamilton County Veteran Services Office(423) 209-7884The VSO (Veterans Service Officer) of Hamilton County helps U.S. military vets and their dependents identify and access the full range of local, state, federal and military benefits they're entitled to. These can include compensation for service-related disabilities and VA Aid and Attendance payments, which specifically help seniors cover some of their assisted living costs.
North River Civic Center(423) 870-8924The North River Civic Center welcomes all age groups. Its appeal for seniors can be found in its wide choice of sports and fitness programs, where they make the most of the facility's exercise room, swimming pool, tennis courts and softball court. The center also holds several educational classes. Art classes focusing on improving drawing skills and developing watercolor techniques are particularly popular. There are many local clubs in the center, such as the Lions Club and the American Legion.
RSVP Volunteering(423) 755-2726RSVP is a nonprofit organization that connects seniors with government agencies and other nonprofits that rely on the help of volunteers. All participants receive free accident and liability insurance, with many also having their travel costs reimbursed. The range of work varies greatly, from unskilled services, such as helping to clear up litter in public parks, to services that utilize the seniors' existing skills, knowledge and experience.

What to Consider About Assisted Living in Hixson

The Tennessee Department of Health’s Board for Licensing Health Care Facilities is responsible for ensuring assisted living facilities in the state abide by the conditions of their licenses. Its work includes conducting on-the-spot inspections at all locations and federal certification surveys on facilities that participate in Medicare and Medicaid programs. The department also has the power to revoke licenses. 

Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Hixson

  • One of Hixson’s attractions is its affordability, illustrated by the average score of 83.8 revealed by Sperling’s Best Places (the U.S. average is 100). Although health care costs are slightly above average, groceries and transportation costs are typically lower, more than offsetting the differences in medical care.
  • There are several subsidized transportation services for seniors in Hamilton County. The Jewish Federation of Greater Chattanooga provides a free door-to-door service for members during working hours, Mondays to Thursdays. The Chattanooga  Area Regional Transportation Authority manages many fixed-route services, charging seniors 75¢ per one-way trip. The authority also operates the Care-a-Van service for seniors temporarily or permanently unable to use the fixed-route service. It operates every day and charges $2.50 per one-way trip and $5 for there and back again.
  • Although Tennessee’s violent and property crime rates are higher than the national average, Hixson’s statistics make much better reading, being below those of the state and the country. An additional source of comfort for seniors in assisted living is that these facilities often have 24-hour surveillance cameras and staff members nearby.
  • The southern climate is typically more favorable for seniors, providing comfortable winters, warm summers and a welcome absence of snow and ice. In Hixson, winter temperatures average at 29 degrees, while in summer, the weather dial sits at around 89 degrees. Rainfall is typically 13 inches more than the national average of 38, while it adds to humidity levels, it keeps the beautiful landscape lush and green.
  • Several hospitals provide excellent medical care in the area, including the Kindred Hospital-Chattanooga and the highly-rated CHI Memorial Hospital, ranked #2 in Tennessee by U.S. News & World Report. There are also a significant number of Medicare registered physicians, including 126 specializing in family medicine.
  • Hixson, as part of Chattanooga, is an AARP Age-Friendly Community, which means the city’s leadership actively promotes and supports senior-friendly policies and services.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Hixson

Hixson-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 

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