Murfreesboro, Tennessee, the sixth-largest city in Tennessee, is located in central Middle Tennessee some 30 miles southeast of Nashville, is home to roughly 152,800 residents, just 9.3% of whom are seniors ages 65 and up. Like everywhere across the United States, Alzheimer’s disease and other types of dementia affect a greater number of seniors every year. In Murfreesboro, dementia-related deaths have increased substantially, rising 54% between 2014 and 2018. Murfreesboro’s dementia-related deaths stood at 100 in 2014 and rose to an alarming 154 by 2018. The overall death rate rose just 23.4% over this period.
Fortunately, Murfreesboro is home to many memory care communities that help to slow the progression of dementia and its deleterious effects on the human body. These specialized senior care programs offer around-the-clock secured premises to prevent residents from wandering and therapy and social supports that reduce the unwanted side effects of dementia, such as frustration, memory loss and lack of restraint.
Directory of Memory Care Facilities in Murfreesboro, TN
2744 Ashers Fork Road, Murfreesboro, TN, 37128
Creekside at Three Rivers, in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, has consistently impressed residents, their families and visitors. This senior assisted living facility is described as modern, spacious and clea
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Creekside at Three Rivers, in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, has consistently impressed residents, their families and visitors. This senior assisted living facility is described as modern, spacious and clean. Couples are happy that they can share an apartment together, and they report that there is plenty of space in the attractive accommodations. Friendly, helpful staff are highly praised, as is the 24/7 availability of nursing staff, and relatives appreciate the medical care their loved ones receive. Residents enjoy the music played in the community and card games, bingo and puzzles keep them busy during the day.
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Creekside at Three Rivers, in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, has consistently impressed residents, their families and visitors. This senior assisted living facility is described as modern, spacious and clea
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Creekside at Three Rivers, in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, has consistently impressed residents, their families and visitors. This senior assisted living facility is described as modern, spacious and clean. Couples are happy that they can share an apartment together, and they report that there is plenty of space in the attractive accommodations. Friendly, helpful staff are highly praised, as is the 24/7 availability of nursing staff, and relatives appreciate the medical care their loved ones receive. Residents enjoy the music played in the community and card games, bingo and puzzles keep them busy during the day.
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211 Fortress Blvd, Murfreesboro, TN, 37128
Harmony at Victory Station is a new facility in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, offering independent living, assisted living and memory care support. Almost everything is taken care of for residents of this
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Harmony at Victory Station is a new facility in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, offering independent living, assisted living and memory care support. Almost everything is taken care of for residents of this finely appointed community including weekly housekeeping and all apartment maintenance. On-site amenities include a 24-hour concierge service, rehabilitation services, wellness programs, medication management and administration and other special programs when appropriate. Residents particularly enjoy the movie theater, library, beauty/barber salon, fitness center and pub. Private courtyards and walking trails are great places to sit, read and enjoy being outside and visiting with friends and family members.
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Harmony at Victory Station is a new facility in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, offering independent living, assisted living and memory care support. Almost everything is taken care of for residents of this
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Harmony at Victory Station is a new facility in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, offering independent living, assisted living and memory care support. Almost everything is taken care of for residents of this finely appointed community including weekly housekeeping and all apartment maintenance. On-site amenities include a 24-hour concierge service, rehabilitation services, wellness programs, medication management and administration and other special programs when appropriate. Residents particularly enjoy the movie theater, library, beauty/barber salon, fitness center and pub. Private courtyards and walking trails are great places to sit, read and enjoy being outside and visiting with friends and family members.
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3211 Memorial Boulevard, Murfreesboro, TN, 37129
We toured. Some rooms were shared, and some were private. Only one person assisted me, and I asked to see the Alzheimer’s ward.
We toured. Some rooms were shared, and some were private. Only one person assisted me, and I asked to see the Alzheimer’s ward.
2045 Gold Valley Drive, Murfreesboro, TN, 37130
The Rutherford Memory Care was a very nice facility. It’s very clean and they were very protective of their patients and staff. They gave us a virtual tour through Facetime instead of possible exposin
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The Rutherford Memory Care was a very nice facility. It’s very clean and they were very protective of their patients and staff. They gave us a virtual tour through Facetime instead of possible exposing anybody to Covid or anything. We sat in and the managers all through Facetime gave us a tour. It was a very clean place and it was a very well-maintained. They also had the big buzz in and all that, so it was a very secured place.
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The Rutherford Memory Care was a very nice facility. It’s very clean and they were very protective of their patients and staff. They gave us a virtual tour through Facetime instead of possible exposin
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The Rutherford Memory Care was a very nice facility. It’s very clean and they were very protective of their patients and staff. They gave us a virtual tour through Facetime instead of possible exposing anybody to Covid or anything. We sat in and the managers all through Facetime gave us a tour. It was a very clean place and it was a very well-maintained. They also had the big buzz in and all that, so it was a very secured place.
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205 Haynes Drive, Murfreesboro, TN, 37129
Stones River Manor in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, offers assisted living apartment-style homes and an Assured Care Unit for those with special needs. Residents and visitors delight in the special events
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Stones River Manor in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, offers assisted living apartment-style homes and an Assured Care Unit for those with special needs. Residents and visitors delight in the special events held each year at the facility including the annual yard sale, an arts and crafts fair and resident birthday celebrations. Stones River Manor is supported by church organizations in the community so there are always opportunities for religious services, Bible study groups and personal reflection. This community is praised for being clean, welcoming and inviting for residents and visitors alike.
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Stones River Manor in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, offers assisted living apartment-style homes and an Assured Care Unit for those with special needs. Residents and visitors delight in the special events
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Stones River Manor in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, offers assisted living apartment-style homes and an Assured Care Unit for those with special needs. Residents and visitors delight in the special events held each year at the facility including the annual yard sale, an arts and crafts fair and resident birthday celebrations. Stones River Manor is supported by church organizations in the community so there are always opportunities for religious services, Bible study groups and personal reflection. This community is praised for being clean, welcoming and inviting for residents and visitors alike.
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2334 Floyd Ave., Murfreesboro, TN, 37217
800 Great Circle, Smyrna, TN, 37167
Located in Smyrna, Tennessee, Traditions of Smyrna is a modern assisted living facility offering memory care services. Aiming to cater to residents’ individual needs, the staff evaluate clients and ta
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Located in Smyrna, Tennessee, Traditions of Smyrna is a modern assisted living facility offering memory care services. Aiming to cater to residents’ individual needs, the staff evaluate clients and tailor activities, care and services appropriately. Relatives can rest assured that their loved ones are secure, comfortable and included. A busy calendar of activities offers residents new learning opportunities in subjects that interest them, fitness classes and plenty of fun group games. Amenities also include housekeeping and transportation to events and appointments. This community offers a choice of studio, 1-bedroom and 2-bedroom apartments.
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Located in Smyrna, Tennessee, Traditions of Smyrna is a modern assisted living facility offering memory care services. Aiming to cater to residents’ individual needs, the staff evaluate clients and ta
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Located in Smyrna, Tennessee, Traditions of Smyrna is a modern assisted living facility offering memory care services. Aiming to cater to residents’ individual needs, the staff evaluate clients and tailor activities, care and services appropriately. Relatives can rest assured that their loved ones are secure, comfortable and included. A busy calendar of activities offers residents new learning opportunities in subjects that interest them, fitness classes and plenty of fun group games. Amenities also include housekeeping and transportation to events and appointments. This community offers a choice of studio, 1-bedroom and 2-bedroom apartments.
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6922 Nolensville Road, Brentwood, TN, 37027
COVID-19 Rules for Memory Care in Murfreesboro
Since most COVID-19 rules for Memory Care Communities and other Senior Living Facilities are set at the state level, you can view the specific rules for your state on our Guide to Memory Care in Tennessee. Keep in mind that every community has specific policies that they put in place to protect their residents, so you should contact your local community for more information. Additionally, you can contact your local Area Agency on Aging to learn more – find contact information here.
What to Consider About Memory Care in Murfreesboro
In the Volunteer State, the Tennessee Department of Health’s Board for Licensing Health Care Facilities oversees the licensing of all types of senior care communities, including memory care communities, ensuring the quality of care.
Benefits and Drawbacks of Memory Care in Murfreesboro
- Tennessee has no state income tax, which is a boon for retirees. However, offsetting that is the state’s high sales and local tax rate, Murfreesboro residents pay SALT taxes of 9.75%, composed of Tennessee’s base sales tax rate of 7% plus Rutherford County’s local tax of 2.75%.
- The Volunteer State has one of the lowest statewide costs of living, ranked 7th on U.S. News & World Report’s 10 Most Affordable States list. Murfreesboro’s overall cost of living is 4.7% lower than the U.S. average, and its health care costs are 5.1% below the national average.
- Murfreesboro’s public transportation service Rover offers six wheelchair-accessible bus routes, for which seniors ages 65 and up pay reduced fares. In cooperation with Mid-Cumberland Public Transit, Rover offers a curb-to-curb paratransit service on weekdays.
- Murfreesboro has more health care facilities than most municipalities across the state, including public hospitals Ascension Saint Thomas Rutherford and TriStar StoneCrest Medical Center, VA hospital Alvin C. York Veterans’ Administration Medical Center and Murfreesboro Medical Clinic, which covers 20+ specialties and employs 60+ physicians.
- Murfreesboro experiences a higher rate of crime than most rural areas throughout Tennessee. Ranked on a low-to-high scale of 1 to 100, Murfreesboro has a violent crime rating of 40.7, nearly twice as high as the U.S. average of 22.7; Murfreesboro’s property crime rating of 59.0 is also nearly twice as high as the national average of 35.4.
Paying for Memory Care in Murfreesboro
According to Genworth’s 2021 Cost of Care Survey, memory care communities in Murfreesboro charge an average of $5,125 per month. We calculated this figure by adding 25% to the city’s average monthly assisted living cost since memory care fees are typically 20-30% higher due to the specialized therapies and staff training required.
The Cost of Memory Care in Nearby Cities
Compared to other Tennessee cities, Murfreesboro’s monthly average for memory care is on the more expensive end. Murfreesboro’s memory care cost average is most similar to Chattanooga’s at $5,275 per month. Both Knoxville and Clarksville have substantially cheaper memory care services, however, costing just $4,779 and $4,019 per month, respectively.
The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care
Home care and home health care, ideal for seniors residing at home, both cost $4,767 per month in Murfreesboro. Assisted living facilities have similar costs at an average of $4,100 per month. Nursing homes cost the most, from $7,270 and $7,908 for semiprivate and private accommodations, respectively. Adult day care is the most affordable option at $1,842 per month.
Nursing Home (Semiprivate room)
Nursing Home (Private room)
Note: Data for Murfreesboro was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Nashville, was used instead.
Financial Assistance for Memory Care in Murfreesboro
In Murfreesboro, 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.
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 Murfreesboro
Murfreesboro is home to several nonprofit organizations and government agencies that offer senior-oriented resources, services and programs, ranging from Alzheimer’s disease support groups to citywide public transit.
One of 74 chapters of the Alzheimer's Association, the largest Alzheimer's disease-oriented nonprofit organization in the United States, the Tennessee Chapter of the Alzheimer's Association serves all 95 counties in the Volunteer State. The chapter, which operates offices in Chattanooga, Knoxville, Memphis and Nashville, holds several Alzheimer's support groups across the state, featuring a group lookup tool on its website. Its website lists many other virtual resources, education programs and Alzheimer's-related news.
The Senior Citizens Awareness Network is a group of volunteers from the Rutherford County Sheriff's Office who pay regular visits to Murfreesboro residents ages 55 and up to monitor their health and safety needs. During these visits, SCAN volunteers help participants however possible, including checking smoke detectors and connecting seniors to helpful community resources.
Run by Murfreesboro's Parks and Recreation Department, the St. Clair Street Senior Center helps local seniors ages 60 and up live active, independent lifestyles. The St. Clair Street Senior Center offers group fitness activities, health screenings, support groups, nutrition programs and educational classes.
Memory Care Laws and Regulations in Murfreesboro
Murfreesboro 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.
