Morning Pointe of Powell
7700 Dannaher Drive, Powell, TN, 37849
3.9
(10 reviews)
"Conveniently located at 7700 Dannaher Drive near North Knoxville Medical Center at Emory Road and Interstate 75 and not far from Knoxville, ..."
READ MOREKnoxville, TN, is home to 192,648 people, of whom 13.9% are seniors. This age group is at high risk for cognitive impairment and dementia. Alzheimer’s, the most common type of dementia, affects 10.7% of people over 65 years old, and the risk of the disease increases with age. In Knoxville, deaths related to Alzheimer’s rose by 39.30% between 2016 and 2020. For context, according to the CDC, total deaths during the same period in Knoxville increased by only 22.96%.
Fortunately, Knoxville has a good selection of dementia care homes for people living with Alzheimer’s. These communities are purposefully designed to be familiar and easy to navigate. They’re staffed 24/7 by professionals who can assist with personal care, medication, hygiene and emergencies. These caregivers can also help residents manage symptoms such as confusion or mood swings. This guide discusses the cost of memory care in Knoxville, some of the resources available to the city’s seniors and the pros and cons of living in the city.
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7700 Dannaher Drive, Powell, TN, 37849
3.9
(10 reviews)
"Conveniently located at 7700 Dannaher Drive near North Knoxville Medical Center at Emory Road and Interstate 75 and not far from Knoxville, ..."
READ MOREThe Tennessee Department of Health’s Office of Health Care Facilities oversees long-term care facilities, including memory care communities, throughout the state and in Knoxville. This office establishes rules and regulations for these facilities and issues licenses to ensure communities comply with state guidelines.
Memory care communities in Knoxville cost, on average, $4,779 per month, according to the Genworth Cost of Care Survey 2019. This figure was calculated based on Knoxville’s assisted living facility costs. Since memory care facilities provide more specialized care, they cost about 25% more per month than assisted living facilities, and the below figures reflect that difference.
Memory care in Knoxville costs less than the state average of $5,131 per month. Memory care in Knoxville also costs less than in other nearby cities. In Chattanooga, memory care costs $5,275 per month, and it averages $5,275 in Nashville. Knoxville’s costs are also lower than Kingsport, which averages $5,556 per month in memory care costs.
Knoxville
$4,779
Tennessee
$5,131
The United States
$5,625
Chattanooga
$5,275
Nashville
$5,125
Kingsport
$5,556
While memory care facilities cost more than other types of senior care, it is not the priciest. The most inexpensive type of senior care is adult day health care services, which cost an average of $1,517 per month in Knoxville. Homemaker services and home health aides cost $4,757 and $4,715, respectively, in the city. An assisted living facility costs $3,823 per month. Nursing homes are the most expensive type of senior care, with a semiprivate room costing $7,148 and a private room costing $7,604.
Homemaker Services
$4,757
Home Health Aide
$4,715
Adult Day Health Care
$1,517
Assisted Living Facility
$3,823
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$7,148
Nursing Home Facility (private room)
$7,604
In Knoxville, there are options for seniors who need financial assistance paying for Memory Care. For more information about other options, who qualifies, and how to apply, Memory Care in Tennessee page.
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:
For more information about different ways to finance memory care, visit our Memory Care in Tennessee page.
Several organizations in Knoxville provide helpful resources for seniors with dementia and their families. These organizations offer services ranging from education and clinical trials to protective services and support groups.
Resource | Contact | Service |
---|---|---|
Alzheimer's Association Tennessee Chapter | (800) 272-3900 | The Alzheimer's Association Tennessee chapter offers help and support for seniors living with Alzheimer's disease and their caregivers. Through virtual support groups, individuals can connect with others impacted by Alzheimer's disease and access guidance and resources. |
The Pat Summitt Clinic | (865) 305-2273 | Located at the University of Tennessee Medical Center, The Pat Summitt Clinic offers evaluation and diagnosis for Alzheimer's disease, caregiving support groups and community outreach and education. Seniors with Alzheimer's disease can even sign up for clinical trials through this clinic. |
Knoxville-Knox County Community Action Committee Office on Aging | (865) 524-2786 | The Office on Aging offers supportive programs to seniors in Knoxville, including senior care calls that help to reduce senior isolation. The office also offers virtual programming on a variety of topics for seniors and their caregivers. |
Project Lifesaver | (865) 215-5671 | Organized by the Knox County Sheriff's Office, Special Services Division, Project Lifesaver uses radio technology to quickly locate individuals who may have wandered off or gotten lost in the city. This service is designed for individuals with Alzheimer's disease and other dementia disorders who may require this supervision. |
Knoxville 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.
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Terry
5
Review of The Pointe at Lifespring Senior Living
My wife is at The Pointe at Lifespring Senior Living for respite care. I chose it because it was just very clean and very neat. She has a pretty standard room. It is roomy and very clean, and the...
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Rhhull
5
Review of StoryPoint Knoxville West
The staff was always kind, polite and respectful to my mother and our family. The received the care that made her feel comfortable.
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Rocky Hill
4
Review of StoryPoint Knoxville West
The entire staff works very hard to keep residents comfortable. Marita is world class in her efforts. It’s a hard job. These folks make the best of a tough situation