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9 Best Memory Care Facilities in Leighton, TN

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Alzheimer’s care in Leighton incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. Leighton memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in Leighton, know it’s a safe setting for your older relative.

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I can't say enough about the great care my husband has received at Sugar Creek. The staff provide great care with a genuine dose of love. Service & cake with love is what they provide for resident.
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.
Home away from home . . . that's what residents will find at Sugar Creek Senior Living Community. Located in the heart of beautiful Brownsville, Tennessee, our facility offers assisted living with comfort, companionship and, of course, all the amenities of home. Here we cater to each resident so...
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33 Floor plans available
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Loved that it was a small facility! My Dad was the only male in memory care until his last week. That made it hard. The nurse and director were great. The office manager and the memory care director both...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
At Charter Senior Living of Jackson, we offer the warmth of home, exceptional services and truly inspiring support. Whether it is assistance with personal care such as dressing, bathing or medication oversight or ensuring each resident enjoys an active, fun-filled day, we help residents gain a...
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During this Covid season our visits with my Mom, mostly took place through a window in her bedroom or a window in the front lobby. My Mom suffered from dementia and any kind of change was difficult for her...
Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
Alexandria Place, assisted living by Americare, is located right here in Jackson, Tennessee. We offer a gracious lifestyle to area seniors seeking care outside the home. Our quiet setting is just minutes away from health care and shopping. Need an occasional helping hand? Don't want to live...
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Provides: Assisted Living
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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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Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
Provides: Assisted Living
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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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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.
Cades Center Assisted Living is an assisted living community located in Jackson, Tennessee. Our modern location sits in a private, park-like setting and provides you with a home-like feel. You'll find that our location is perfectly suited for those who want to be near medical facilities,...
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Provides: Assisted Living
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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 Leighton, TN

The average cost of senior living in Leighton is $3,868 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Hornsby, TN with an average of $3,078 per month.

Memory care costs in Leighton, TN, vs. nearby cities

Leighton, TN
$3,868/mo
$3,682/mo

Memory care costs in Leighton, TN, vs. state and national averages

Leighton, TN
$3,868/mo
U.S. national average
$4,794/mo

Memory care costs in Leighton, TN, vs. other senior living options

Memory Care
$3,868/mo

Memory care costs in Leighton, TN, by floor plan type

Studio
$4,568/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,190/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,395/mo

Senior living costs in Leighton vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Leighton, TN
Column state: Tennessee
Column national: U.S.
Community typeLeighton, TNTennesseeU.S.
Memory Care$3,868/mo$4,227/mo$4,794/mo
Assisted Living$3,868/mo$4,139/mo$4,557/mo
Independent Living$3,750/mo$3,633/mo$4,016/mo
Memory Care
Leighton, TN:$3,868/mo
Tennessee:$4,227/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Assisted Living
Leighton, TN:$3,868/mo
Tennessee:$4,139/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Independent Living
Leighton, TN:$3,750/mo
Tennessee:$3,633/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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What families are saying about memory care in Leighton

Recent reviews for memory care in Leighton

Regency Retirement Village - Jackson

5.0
My parents are doing so well here in the memory care. The staff makes sure that they take part in the activities, and join them in the dining room and my parents like the food. They have a very nice room together and I know that my parents are safe and that the memory care is well secured. My ...
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Brookdale Jackson Oaks

4.0
Most individuals in memory care at Brookdale show a gentleness toward the patients. They serve the meals in a respectful manner and seek to make it an enjoyable experience. Meal time is important for it brings everyone together and there can be some communication that goes on. Although many ...
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Wellington Manor Jackson

5.0
I would highly recommend this facility. The staff is amazing. Residents are happy, well cared for, with a variety of great activities to keep them stimulated. The meals are very tasteful. We have been blessed to have my mom living at Wellington Manor Jackson. Thank you for all you do for the ...
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Leighton memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Leighton memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Leighton, 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 Leighton 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 Leighton that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Leighton, TNNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
33.3%
66.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
11.1%
49.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
33.3%
73.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
11.1%
29.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
90%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
33.3%
63%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
22.2%
74%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Leighton 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 Leighton Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Leighton, TNNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
33.3%
75.6%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
11.1%
47%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
11.1%
72%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Leighton 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 Leighton partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Leighton, TNNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
11.1%
28.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33.3%
45.1%
No sugar
No sugar
22.2%
42.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
11.1%
51%
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Availability of select dining options in Leighton 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 Leighton communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Leighton, TNNational
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
22.2%
40.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Leighton 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 Leighton offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Leighton, TNNational
Activity director
Activity director
44.4%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
22.2%
34.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
22.2%
28.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
44.4%
55.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
44.4%
52.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
44.4%
62.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
33.3%
40.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
11.1%
35.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
11.1%
37%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
22.2%
48.1%
Live performances
Live performances
33.3%
48.7%
Dances
Dances
11.1%
31.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
33.3%
47.2%
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State regulations for memory care in Leighton

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for memory care. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Tennessee memory care regulations will help you understand how memory care communities in Leighton protect seniors.
Learn about Tennessee memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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