Clarksville is a city in northern Tennessee, located on the banks of the Cumberland River. It has a population of 158,146, and around 8.2% of its residents are aged 65 and over. According to the Genworth Cost of Care Survey 2020, the average monthly cost of nursing home care is $6,753, which is over $1,000 less than the national average of $7,756. This makes Clarksville an interesting option for seniors looking at nursing home care facilities in the region. Seniors in the city have access to medical services at Tennova Healthcare, which is a teaching hospital.
Nursing homes offer full-time medical care and assistance to seniors with chronic illnesses and disabilities. The care is provided by a team of registered nurses and consequently, this type of care is generally very expensive. Seniors in Clarksville who don’t require full-time medical assistance may want to look at alternative care options in the city, such as assisted living and home care services.
This guide discusses the average monthly cost of nursing home care in Clarksville and surrounding cities as well as the average costs of alternative care options. In addition, it lists resources for seniors in Clarksville.
Directory of Nursing Homes in Clarksville, TN
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198 Old Farmers Road, Clarksville, TN, 37043
I had mom at Signature HealthCARE of Clarksville. She had just recently got out from rehab. They were pretty good, except for not being able to see her. They let me know when she fell. She fell twice
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I had mom at Signature HealthCARE of Clarksville. She had just recently got out from rehab. They were pretty good, except for not being able to see her. They let me know when she fell. She fell twice there. The first time, they left a message. The second time, I had visited and they told me that she fell that day just before we got there. She didn’t really have any complaints about the care that she received. I told her that if she called for help, they’re not going to come immediately because they could be in another room. There’s only so many of them. I think they went through staffing issues because of Covid. They were short staffed, so she probably sat more than she should have. She didn’t get walked, but she also can refuse; she has that right, so that could’ve been an issue too. I can’t fault them on that. You can’t force them to do something that they don’t want to do.
I know she needed assistance getting to the bathroom, and there wasn’t anybody there. I was there, so I assisted her to the bathroom. They do come pretty quick if that emergency call button gets pushed, so that’s good. She pulled it when she was in the bathroom twice, and they came running. It tells me that they are paying attention to that kind of stuff. I would be concerned if that happened and nobody came, but that wasn’t the case. They all didn’t want to see her go. They wanted her to stay. They had bingo, and they had a musical group come in. My mother mentioned they had some pretty good stuff going on, so that was nice for her. She pretty much has a good appetite, and she ate everything.
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I had mom at Signature HealthCARE of Clarksville. She had just recently got out from rehab. They were pretty good, except for not being able to see her. They let me know when she fell. She fell twice
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I had mom at Signature HealthCARE of Clarksville. She had just recently got out from rehab. They were pretty good, except for not being able to see her. They let me know when she fell. She fell twice there. The first time, they left a message. The second time, I had visited and they told me that she fell that day just before we got there. She didn’t really have any complaints about the care that she received. I told her that if she called for help, they’re not going to come immediately because they could be in another room. There’s only so many of them. I think they went through staffing issues because of Covid. They were short staffed, so she probably sat more than she should have. She didn’t get walked, but she also can refuse; she has that right, so that could’ve been an issue too. I can’t fault them on that. You can’t force them to do something that they don’t want to do.
I know she needed assistance getting to the bathroom, and there wasn’t anybody there. I was there, so I assisted her to the bathroom. They do come pretty quick if that emergency call button gets pushed, so that’s good. She pulled it when she was in the bathroom twice, and they came running. It tells me that they are paying attention to that kind of stuff. I would be concerned if that happened and nobody came, but that wasn’t the case. They all didn’t want to see her go. They wanted her to stay. They had bingo, and they had a musical group come in. My mother mentioned they had some pretty good stuff going on, so that was nice for her. She pretty much has a good appetite, and she ate everything.
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220 Highway 76, Clarksville, TN, 37043
Spring Meadows Health Care Center felt more like a hospital than a nursing home, but it’s well-kept, friendly, and a comfortable place. The person who gave the tour was very, very knowledgeable and ve
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Spring Meadows Health Care Center felt more like a hospital than a nursing home, but it’s well-kept, friendly, and a comfortable place. The person who gave the tour was very, very knowledgeable and very helpful. Any questions you have, they’re very, very good about explaining the small details to help you and assist you in making decisions. The dining area was pleasant and comfortable, too. There were some group activities where the staff was working with the residents, doing some exercises, and some speech therapy.
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Spring Meadows Health Care Center felt more like a hospital than a nursing home, but it’s well-kept, friendly, and a comfortable place. The person who gave the tour was very, very knowledgeable and ve
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Spring Meadows Health Care Center felt more like a hospital than a nursing home, but it’s well-kept, friendly, and a comfortable place. The person who gave the tour was very, very knowledgeable and very helpful. Any questions you have, they’re very, very good about explaining the small details to help you and assist you in making decisions. The dining area was pleasant and comfortable, too. There were some group activities where the staff was working with the residents, doing some exercises, and some speech therapy.
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111 Ussery Road, Clarksville, TN, 37043
My husband is at Ahava Healthcare of Clarksville. It is a large and nice nursing home. He was sent there from the VA Hospital and so far we’ve only been able to visit three times since he’s been there
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My husband is at Ahava Healthcare of Clarksville. It is a large and nice nursing home. He was sent there from the VA Hospital and so far we’ve only been able to visit three times since he’s been there in June because of COVID, but the staff has been very nice. I’ve seen the staff interact with the people and they’re just as nice and sweet as they can be. The dining room is a very neat and clean-looking place. It’s an older building but it’s in good shape.
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My husband is at Ahava Healthcare of Clarksville. It is a large and nice nursing home. He was sent there from the VA Hospital and so far we’ve only been able to visit three times since he’s been there
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My husband is at Ahava Healthcare of Clarksville. It is a large and nice nursing home. He was sent there from the VA Hospital and so far we’ve only been able to visit three times since he’s been there in June because of COVID, but the staff has been very nice. I’ve seen the staff interact with the people and they’re just as nice and sweet as they can be. The dining room is a very neat and clean-looking place. It’s an older building but it’s in good shape.
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900 Professional Drive, Clarksville, TN, 37040
My mom was at AHC Clarksville for rehab. They were all super nice and they tried to get to her as quickly as possible when she needed something.
It’s slightly rundown, but it was still a good place
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My mom was at AHC Clarksville for rehab. They were all super nice and they tried to get to her as quickly as possible when she needed something.
It’s slightly rundown, but it was still a good place for her to be. Everybody seemed super nice, the therapist that worked with her was good. They catered to her, as far as physical therapy went.
It just seemed a little on the shabby side, but I don’t know what nursing homes can do about that. This was a few years ago so they could have done something by now, but I haven’t been there since then. They could freshen up the hallways though, like a fresh coat of paint or something. The room she was in had plenty of space. It was well-lit too.
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My mom was at AHC Clarksville for rehab. They were all super nice and they tried to get to her as quickly as possible when she needed something.
It’s slightly rundown, but it was still a good place
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My mom was at AHC Clarksville for rehab. They were all super nice and they tried to get to her as quickly as possible when she needed something.
It’s slightly rundown, but it was still a good place for her to be. Everybody seemed super nice, the therapist that worked with her was good. They catered to her, as far as physical therapy went.
It just seemed a little on the shabby side, but I don’t know what nursing homes can do about that. This was a few years ago so they could have done something by now, but I haven’t been there since then. They could freshen up the hallways though, like a fresh coat of paint or something. The room she was in had plenty of space. It was well-lit too.
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250 Arrowood Drive, Clarksville, TN, 37042
Nursing Home Costs in Clarksville, Tennessee
In Clarksville, the average monthly cost of nursing home care is $6,753 for a semiprivate room and $7,604 for a private room.
The Cost of Nursing Home Care in Nearby Cities
Seniors who are looking at nursing home care communities in Clarksville may be interested to know how the price of care in the city compares to other nearby cities. Using the monthly average cost of a semiprivate room as a comparative point, the cost of care in Clarksville is less than the national average of $7,756 and less than the Tennessee state average of $7,072.
The average monthly costs of care in Memphis ($7,300), Jackson ($7,209), Nashville ($7,270) and Chattanooga ($7,148) are higher than the cost of care in Clarksville.
The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care
Seniors in Clarksville may be interested in the costs of alternative care options in the city. The cheapest options are home care and home health care services, which both have a monthly average cost of $3,909. Assisted living is a popular option with an average monthly charge of $4,190. Nursing home care is at the upper end of the cost scale, with an average monthly cost of $6,753 for a semiprivate room and $7,604 for a private room.
Nursing home care (semiprivate room)
Nursing home care (private room)
Financial Assistance for Nursing Home Care in Clarksville, Tennessee
Many seniors and their families use some form of financial assistance to help them pay for nursing care. The main options available are Medicare, Medicaid, and veterans benefits. These programs can be complicated, especially when it comes to benefit terms. Below, we give a brief overview of how these programs may be used towards paying for skilled nursing care.
- Medicare: Medicare will typically cover all skilled nursing costs for the first 20 days of one’s stay in a nursing home and a portion of the costs until day 100. After 100 days in a skilled nursing facility, Medicare will not cover any part of the cost of the stay. While this is adequate when short-term care is needed, those in need of long-term care will need to either pay out-of-pocket or use another source of financial assistance.
- Medicaid: Medicaid covers most of the costs of living in a skilled nursing facility for those who qualify. Care, room, and board are covered with no time limit, but residents may be charged for extras like specially prepared food or cosmetic services. Medicaid eligibility standards are strict and complex, so not all seniors are eligible for Medicaid benefits.
- Veterans Benefits: Veterans receiving a VA pension may also be eligible for the Aid and Attendance benefit administered by the VA. Aid and Attendance is a monthly allowance that beneficiaries may use to pay for their long-term care, including skilled nursing care.
If these options aren’t available to you, check if your loved one has long-term care insurance or contact your Area Agency on Aging to ask about any local financial assistance programs for seniors.
Free Resources for Seniors in Clarksville, Tennessee
The following resources may help seniors in Clarksville who are looking for free services that will assist them in staying in their own homes for as long as possible. These services may help to delay the need to move to a nursing home care facility. One resource looks at financial assistance options for seniors who are already in a nursing home or are looking to make the move to a facility in the near future.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
| AJAX Turner Senior Center | (931) 648-1345 | The AJAX Turner Senior Center provides a number of services to seniors in the area. It provides breakfasts and lunches from Monday to Friday for seniors who are able to get to the center. Free wheelchair-friendly transport is provided each day. Homebound senior services include daily reassurance telephone calls to ensure the health of seniors and weekly home visits. The volunteers who visit the homebound seniors each week take along a goodie bag filled with daily essentials and treats. There is an annual membership fee for the center but it is income-based. |
| Meals on Wheels | (615) 850-3910 | The Mid-Cumberland Human Resources Agency delivers meals to homebound seniors aged 60 and over in Clarksville. This program is only for seniors who are completely homebound as the agency runs a number of congregate meal sites throughout the city for seniors who would like to enjoy a meal and socialize at the same time. Meals are delivered to seniors around noon each day from Monday to Friday by a team of volunteers. Special diets can be accommodated on request. Each meal contains about a third of the daily nutritional requirements for an adult. There is no charge for the meals but donations are appreciated. |
| SHIP Tennessee | (877) 801-0044 | The SHIP program is funded by the federal government and the state of Tennessee. The program provides free and unbiased information to seniors regarding state health insurance plans. The goal of the program is to help seniors to make informed choices about health insurance. Counselors can assist seniors in finding the best plan for their situation and help them to apply for the plan. In addition, they can explain the state financial assistance options available to seniors who are looking at moving to a nursing home facility or are already living in one. |
