Our comprehensive listings and authentic reviews in Smyrna, TN below include 50 Assisted Living facilities with 522 reviews. On average in Smyrna, residents and their loved ones rate Assisted Living options 4.1 out of 5 stars.
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"The Independent Living is clean and well maintained and the residents are congenial and seem happy to be in such a vibrant place. The staff is unfailingly wonderful...."
"I toured The Waterford in Smyrna. I like the layout, the amenities, and the programs that they had for the residents. It was laid out well; the dining room was in the center of the facility, and the rooms were to both sides. There was a gym and a lib..."
"The Director and Staff of Azalea Court Assisted Living are all angels!. Their care and love of my mother/father, and our entire family exceeds all hopes and expectations. From the cook to the Director we are greeted and made to feel welcome, no mat..."
"My fiancees maternal grandparents live in Christian Care Center. I have been there numerous times. The building itself is dated and in need of minor repairs. The decor (or lack thereof)was gloomy and unsettling. The nurses are always very kind and he..."
"We went to look at Creekside at Three Rivers. The place was very clean and well maintained. They had very friendly staff. All of the residents seemed to be very happy and pleasant. What really stood out to me was their dining facility and how people ..."
"My friend is in Belmont Village Green Hills. She has a beautiful room set up and is enjoying meeting new people and getting involved in a few of the activities there. Her dog is there too. They have a nice area that she's very close to just outside h..."
"My brother-in-law moved into American House Murfreesboro. They were open, and they asked financially where I was to be able to assist him so that we didn't waste each other's time, and that was important to me. They worked with me on the services the..."
"I went to Harmony at Victory Station. It has a good variety of activities, and it's a nice facility. It seems like a good facility for assisted living. I know they had bingo, and they mentioned several other things. I think they show movies. It was a..."
"The tour at American House Lebanon was very nice and very informative. We liked the place a lot. It seemed like it would be a good fit. The staff was very friendly and helpful. The rooms were clean and seemed nice. They were studios. They have an act..."
"I visited Brookdale Green Hills. It was great, and I really liked the place. However, it was a little far from my family, and it was very expensive. It was like walking into a hotel, the tour was very nice, and they had several types of rooms. It dep..."
"We toured Charter Senior Living of Franklin and we loved it. It was just really beautiful, modern, and well-maintained. The staff was very caring and professional. The people that we met were just great. The rooms were not huge, but sufficient, moder..."
"I like my tour of Charter Senior Living of Hermitage. They were very nice and very polite, and the staff took a lot of time with me and talked with me. Plus, the people there seemed very happy, we walked through it and it was a nice place. The lady t..."
"American House in Brentwood was a very, very nice facility. The staff seemed warm and caring. The executive director gave me a tour and I felt very confident that she cared about the residents. They have a physical therapy room, a nice courtyard that..."
"My experience visiting Harmony at Mt. Juliet was wonderful. Everything from both the facilities and the staff, everyone was wonderful. At the time we went there, they were at lunch, and people were moving around. There weren't any activities going on..."
"When I got to Harmony at Brentwood, the staff was kind of in the middle of something, but she took time out to show me the area and show me a room and show me the different amenities they got there, so it was excellent. The room was very nice and ver..."
303 South Royal Oaks Boulevard, Franklin, TN, 37064
4.0
(12 reviews)
"We looked at Belvedere Commons of Franklin. It was lovely and decorated for the holiday. We were looking for a smaller place, and it was nice and adequate. The staff who helped me during the tour was the best. It was Latoya, and she was wonderful. We..."
"I toured Cloverland Park Senior Living. They do a wonderful job. It's a great place. It is conveniently located. It's a newer facility, so everything is fresh in it. The room I saw was a roomy studio compared to what my mom is in now. So the studio w..."
"I have had my mom in here over two years. The community did go through some changes her first year there but has now had the same management team for a year now. They are very good and work hard for the residents. The staff is kind. Mom was not socia..."
"My sister moved to The Rutherford Assisted Living. It's a very nice facility with a variety of activities for the residents. They have a dining room, and my sister enjoys listening to the residents playing the piano. They also offer activities like j..."
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The Cost of Assisted Living in Smyrna, TN and Nearby Cities
Nashville
$4,648
Mount Juliet
$4,100
US
$4,000
Brentwood
$3,863
Franklin
$3,811
Hermitage
$3,750
Murfreesboro
$3,512
Smyrna
$3,189
Paying for Assisted Living in Smyrna
Assisted Living costs in Smyrna start around $3,189 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 Smyrna 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.
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Smyrna
For seniors who need help for paying for an assisted care living facility in Smyrna, the state offers two Medicaid waivers. The Tennessee CHOICES program is for seniors age 65 and older who need help paying for nursing facility services. The Long-Term Services and Supports waiver helps pay for medical and personal care and supportive services.
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 Smyrna
Smyrna 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 accommodate those seniors, there are four assisted living facilities in the city and 40 nearby. In Smyrna and the rest of Tennessee, these facilities are called assisted care living facilities or residential homes for the aged. The main difference between the two is residential homes must have four or more. Both types are regulated by the Tennessee Department of Health.
Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Smyrna
The cost of living in Smyrna is 107.2, which is higher than the state average of 96 and higher than the national average of 100. Seniors on a fixed income may find it difficult to stay within a budget when paying for assisted living.
Smyrna is safer than 15 percent of all U.S. cities, which is ideal for seniors who enjoy getting outside and exploring. People in Smyrna have a one in 32 chance of becoming a victim of any type of crime.
The Smyrna area is home to world-class medical facilities, including the TriStar StoneCrest Medical Center, in the event of medical emergencies or illness.
Public transportation is available for seniors through the Greater Nashville Regional Council. Rides are available at discounted fares and must be requested 24-hours in advance for local travel and 72-hours in advance for out-of-county trips.
Like most southern U.S. cities, Smyrna has hot and humid summers and cold winters. Average July highs are around 89 degrees, while winter lows are around 26. The area also gets around 53 inches of rain, which is more than the national average of 39. There are still approximately 211 sunny days throughout the year, which is ideal for seniors who like being outdoors.
Smyrna has an array of community resources for seniors, including Opportunities for Seniors, an organization that promotes the welfare of seniors in the area, as well as one senior center.
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Smyrna
Smyrna-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.
Reviews of Communities Nearby
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Review of Traditions of Smyrna
The Independent Living is clean and well maintained and the residents are congenial and seem happy to be in such a vibrant place. The staff is unfailingly wonderful.
Traditions of Smyrna is a relatively new facility, so everything is fresh. The lady I talked with there in admissions was very, very helpful, very friendly, and very caring. They seemed to know all...
I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident
Review of Traditions of Smyrna
My grandmother is in Traditions of Smyrna. We chose it because they're friendly and their staff seems to be equipped with the right handling skills for the level in which my grandma is. It seems...
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