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The 5 Best Memory Care Facilities in Johnson City, TN for 2024

Adults age 65 and older make up 14.9% of the population in Johnson City, TN. An increasing number of seniors require dementia care because they've developed Alzheimer's disease or other cognitive disorders. Alzheimer's disease resulted in 55 deaths in Johnson City in 2020, which was six more than the number of deaths in 2016. As case numbers rise, the community will need to provide more support services, such as memory care.

Memory care communities in Johnson City are staffed by compassionate professionals who've been trained to support seniors dealing with memory loss and their families. Staff in these settings are available 24/7 to help with daily activities and ensure residents are safe and healthy. In this guide, families can learn how much these memory care communities cost and find out if Johnson City is the right fit for their needs. There is also information about state and local resources to help families deal with the most difficult aspects of Alzheimer's disease and dementia.

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What to Consider About Memory Care in Johnson City

In Johnson City, oversight of memory care is primarily handled by the Tennessee Department of Health. Its Division of Health Care Facilities is responsible for licensing all long-term care facilities. The division ensures compliance with state regulations to promote the health and safety of residents. It also conducts inspections, investigates complaints and enforces quality care and services.

Benefits and Drawbacks of Memory Care in Johnson City

 

  • Based on a 100-point scale, health care costs in Johnson City are only 5% higher than the U.S. average. However, seniors have access to 485 physicians per 100,000 population, which is more than double the national average of 210. Tap water is also mostly free of chemicals.
  • There are seven hospitals within close range of the city, including James H. Quillen VA Medical Center, which is one of the best VA hospitals on the nation, with state-of-the-art technology and dedicated mental health care. The Johnson City Medical Center is a Ballad Health hospital offering stroke and neuro-endovascular services.
  • Seniors in Johnson City may enjoy the subtropical climate with its mild winters and 201 sunny days per year to spend outdoors. On average, the city receives only 11 inches of snow per year and 44 inches of rain. The primary weather concern is strong thunderstorms in the spring and summer. This city also has a 7.5/10 rating on the comfort index, making it more comfortable than most places to live in Tennessee.
  • The cost of living in Johnson City is 18.1% lower than the national average, receiving an overall score of 81.9 on a 100-point scale. There are significant savings on housing and transportation compared to Tennessee averages. Access to slightly lower prices for groceries and health care make this an attractive city from a budget perspective.
  • Tennessee retirees enjoy favorable tax relief with no income tax and low property taxes. This can help seniors in Johnson City cover the costs of memory care, since 401(k), pensions and Social Security benefits are not taxed.
  • Although Johnson City has a higher violent crime rate than the U.S. average at 27.2 compared to 22.7, it is significantly below average when compared to similar cities of its size. Crime rates have also been on a steady decline over the past decade, so the city is becoming much safer for residents. As an added bonus, memory care communities offer 24/7 security and secured premises to ensure seniors are free from harm.

 

Paying for Memory Care in Johnson City

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 Johnson City pay an average of $5,125 per month for memory care, but this price can vary depending upon community location and amenities. 

The Cost of Memory Care in Nearby Cities

In Johnson City, memory care costs are right on par with Tennessee's statewide average and $500 less than the national median. When looking at the other cities in the area, there's a somewhat wide range in costs. Neighboring Morristown is about the same, and a little further south in Chattanooga, memory care is 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, and Cleveland is the highest at $6,043.

Johnson City

$5,125

Tennessee

$5,131

United States

$5,625

Chattanooga

$5,275

Cleveland

$6,043

Knoxville

$4,779

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

Compared to other senior care options in Johnson City, adult day health care is the most affordable, at $1,083 per month. For those who wish to remain at home, either nonmedical in-home care or home health care provided by licensed professionals costs $4,004. Assisted living provides access to 24-hour staff, room and board for less than memory care at $4,100 per month. The highest cost of $7,559 is for a semiprivate room at a nursing home for seniors requiring around-the-clock skilled nursing care. 

Memory Care

$5,125

In-Home Care

$4,004

Home Health Care

$4,004

Adult Day Health Care

$1,083

Assisted Living Facility

$4,100

Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)

$7,559

Financial Assistance for Memory Care in Johnson City

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

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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 Memory Care Resources in Johnson City

Johnson City and the surrounding area are home to numerous government agencies and non-profit organizations offering help for seniors searching for or currently residing in a memory care 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 memory care resources in Johnson City, please visit our Memory Care in Tennessee page.

Memory Care Laws and Regulations in Johnson City

 

Johnson City 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.

Laws and Regulations in Tennessee

Reviews of Communities Nearby

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Donna

I visited this facility

Review of American House Johnson City

I went to American House Johnson City. The staff was nice. She walked me around the whole place, showed me where they eat, and showed me what the rooms looked like, it had an outside area. So, she...

Provider response

Donna, thank you for taking the time to visit our community! We appreciate you being open and honest with us.

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Memory Care

Lynda

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

Review of Christian Assisted Living

My mother is here. It has a very nice layout. It's bright and open and has a lot of light. It's very clean. There are no odors or smells. The staff is very attentive to the residents. It's a...

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Lynda

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

Review of Brookdale Johnson City

My mother came from Brookdale Johnson City and we were asked to leave. She was in the assisted living side for a while and then moved to memory care. I don't recommend that anyone put their family...

Provider response

Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts. By giving us your feedback, you are helping us to understand what we do well and what we could focus on improving. Please be assured your...

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