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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Knox County, TN
If your loved one needs memory care in Knox County, A Place for Mom can help. With 27 memory care facilities in Knox County, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.
Alzheimer’s care in Knox County incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. Knox County memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in Knox County, know it’s a safe setting for your older relative.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like West Hills, Cumberland Estates and Bearden.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Knoxville, Maryville and Oak Ridge.
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Our mom has lived at Shannondale Assisted Living for about 4 years. While her mind and body have declined during her 90 years, we find peace in the fact that she is so happy everyday. The staff at...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Cost of memory care in Knox County, TN
The average cost of senior living in Knox County is $3,901 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Luttrell, TN with an average of $3,403 per month.
Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Knox County, TN vs. nearby counties
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Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Knox County, TN vs. the state and national average
Knox County, TN
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Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Knox County vs. other types of senior living
Memory Care
Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Knox County, TN by room type
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Average cost of Memory Care in Knox County over time
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What families are saying about memory care in Knox County
Recent reviews for memory care in Knox County
South High Senior Living in Knoxville, TN
5.0
My friend has been there for 3 years and is being treated very well. She is in the Memory Care unit and the staff there treats her like a friend.
The Pointe at Lifespring in Knoxville, TN
5.0
My mother in law (90) spent the last 2 1/2 years of her life in care at The Pointe at Lifespring. She received the kindest, most loving and thoughtful care we could have ever asked for or imagined right up until her passing on [date removed]. She was treated with dignity and respect, and cared ...
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Northshore Heights - Knoxville
5.0
The Northshore Heights community is a top notch facility, the staff are absolutely wonderful to work with. They give 5 stars across the board, they are always on top of it. We have been there while our loved one is eating and she never has any complaints to say. Based on our overall experience ...
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Knox County review score based on 190 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 190 reviews of 27 Knox County memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Knox County review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how memory care residents and family members rate memory care in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores
Knox County review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Knox County memory care
When memory care residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 190 reviews of 27 Knox County memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Knox County resident and family memory care satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.Knox County, TN averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.5
4.4
Friendliness
4.6
4.5
Care services
4.3
4.2
Staff
4.4
4.4
Meals & dining
4.0
4.1
Activities
4.0
4.0
Value for cost*
4.2
4.0
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
Knox County memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Knox County memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Knox County, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.
Availability of select care services in Knox County memory care
Memory care communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of memory care partners in Knox County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
70.4%
66.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
55.6%
48.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
77.8%
72.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
51.9%
29%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
70.4%
62.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
74.1%
73.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Knox County memory care
Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Knox County Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
74.1%
75.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
48.1%
46.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
66.7%
71.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
29.6%
26.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Knox County memory care
Memory care communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Knox County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
48.1%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
48.1%
44.7%
No sugar
No sugar
48.1%
41.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
48.1%
50.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.8%
16.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Knox County memory care
Our memory care communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Knox County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
51.9%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
48.1%
40.1%
Room service
Room service
37%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.8%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Knox County memory care
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered memory care communities in Knox County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
63%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
51.9%
34%
Community service programs
Community service programs
51.9%
28.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
66.7%
55.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
55.6%
52.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
77.8%
62%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
59.3%
39.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
51.9%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
59.3%
36.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
66.7%
47.7%
Live performances
Live performances
55.6%
48.2%
Dances
Dances
48.1%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
18.5%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
66.7%
46.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions
StoryPoint Knoxville West, The Pointe at Lifespring and Trinity Hills of Knoxville are the top-rated memory care facilities near Knox County, Tennessee. See full list of communities.
There are 27 memory care facilities near Knox County, Tennessee. See the full list.
The best memory care facility near you in Knox County, Tennessee is StoryPoint Knoxville West. This memory care community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
The 27 memory care facilities near you in Knox County, Tennessee typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Knox County, Tennessee, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.
Browse A Place for Mom’s listings for memory care in Knox County, Tennessee, to take a virtual tour. Our local senior living experts can arrange for a live tour of these communities as well.
The cost of memory care facilities in Knox County, Tennessee ranges from $145 to $8075. The average Memory Care cost in Knox County, Tennessee is $3,901. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Knox County, Tennessee typically starts at $145. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.
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