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

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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.
Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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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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My aunt lives at The Courtyards in Knoxville. Every time I call and talk with her. She goes on about how amazing the food tastes. She says it's homecooked, always fresh and hot, and how amazing the staff is.
Provides: Memory Care
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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.
We are a secured community that specializes in caring for those with dementia.  Our premises are safe and secure with keypads designed for safe entry and more importantly, safe exits.   We have private and semi-private rooms.  Our rooms are approximately 245 square feet...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
“Elegant Senior Living” is more than just a phrase; at The Flats of Norris it is a concept to a way of life that intertwines with every part of daily life for our residents, their families, and our staff. Elegant Senior Living is a process that enhances the physical, social, mental, and...
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What I like about Renaissance Terrace is it's relatively small, so the residents get a lot of individualized attention. It's also a non-profit, so they're driven by their mission statement as opposed to a...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
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Cost of memory care in Watts Bar Estates, TN

The average cost of senior living in Watts Bar Estates is $3,863 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Sweetwater, TN with an average of $3,514 per month.

Memory care costs in Watts Bar Estates, TN, vs. nearby cities

Watts Bar Estates, TN
$3,863/mo
$3,862/mo

Memory care costs in Watts Bar Estates, TN, vs. state and national averages

Watts Bar Estates, TN
$3,863/mo
U.S. national average
$4,794/mo

Memory care costs in Watts Bar Estates, TN, vs. other senior living options

Memory Care
$3,863/mo

Memory care costs in Watts Bar Estates, TN, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,779/mo
Studio
$4,715/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,315/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,524/mo

Senior living costs in Watts Bar Estates 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: Watts Bar Estates, TN
Column state: Tennessee
Column national: U.S.
Community typeWatts Bar Estates, TNTennesseeU.S.
Memory Care$3,863/mo$4,227/mo$4,794/mo
Assisted Living$3,779/mo$4,139/mo$4,558/mo
Independent Living$3,402/mo$3,633/mo$4,016/mo
Memory Care
Watts Bar Estates, TN:$3,863/mo
Tennessee:$4,227/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Assisted Living
Watts Bar Estates, TN:$3,779/mo
Tennessee:$4,139/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Independent Living
Watts Bar Estates, TN:$3,402/mo
Tennessee:$3,633/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Memory care costs in Watts Bar Estates, TN, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Watts Bar Estates and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Memory care cost trends in Watts Bar Estates, TN

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Watts Bar Estates have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Watts Bar Estates, TN$5,344/mo$4,937/mo+8.3%
Tennessee$5,314/mo$5,174/mo+2.7%
National$6,490/mo$6,152/mo+5.5%
Watts Bar Estates, TN
2024 average cost:$5,344/mo
2023 average cost:$4,937/mo
Percent change:+8.3%
Tennessee
2024 average cost:$5,314/mo
2023 average cost:$5,174/mo
Percent change:+2.7%
National
2024 average cost:$6,490/mo
2023 average cost:$6,152/mo
Percent change:+5.5%
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What families are saying about memory care in Watts Bar Estates

Recent reviews for memory care in Watts Bar Estates

River Oaks Place - Loudon

5.0
I've enjoyed all the times I've been here.

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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The Bridge at Ooltewah

5.0
I live with my mom at The Bridge at Ooltewah. mom has lived here since [date removed]. we love being part of the community there. there is never a dull moment and it is a loving and caring community. there are lots of things to do and much musical entertainment and the food is good.

Watts Bar Estates review score based on 350 family reviews

8.3
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This proprietary review score is based on 350 reviews of 81 Watts Bar Estates memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Watts Bar Estates 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

Watts Bar Estates review score compared against nearby cities

8.3
Watts Bar Estates, TN81 facilities
9.0
Spring City, TN19 facilities
8.6
Rockwood, TN99 facilities

Review subcategories for Watts Bar Estates 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 350 reviews of 81 Watts Bar Estates memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Watts Bar Estates 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.
Watts Bar Estates, TN averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.9
4.1
Friendliness
4.0
4.2
Care services
3.8
3.9
Staff
3.9
4.1
Meals & dining
3.6
3.8
Activities
3.6
3.7
Value for cost*
3.7
3.8
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Watts Bar Estates memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Watts Bar Estates memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Watts Bar Estates, 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 Watts Bar Estates 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 Watts Bar Estates 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
60.5%
66.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
50.6%
49.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
98.8%
82.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.8%
99.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
67.9%
73.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
35.8%
29.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
98.8%
90%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
60.5%
63%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
66.7%
74%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Watts Bar Estates 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 Watts Bar Estates 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
60.5%
75.6%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
32.1%
47%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
50.6%
72%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
23.5%
27.1%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Watts Bar Estates 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 Watts Bar Estates 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
40.7%
28.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
42%
45.1%
No sugar
No sugar
38.3%
42.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
39.5%
51%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
9.9%
17%
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Availability of select dining options in Watts Bar Estates 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 Watts Bar Estates communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
27.2%
32.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
40.7%
40.4%
Room service
Room service
30.9%
37.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16%
23.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Watts Bar Estates 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 Watts Bar Estates offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Watts Bar Estates, TNNational
Activity director
Activity director
50.6%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
37%
34.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
43.2%
28.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
58%
55.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
49.4%
52.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
66.7%
62.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
48.1%
40.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
38.3%
35.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
43.2%
37%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50.6%
48.1%
Live performances
Live performances
49.4%
48.7%
Dances
Dances
38.3%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
19.8%
22.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
51.9%
47.2%
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State regulations for memory care in Watts Bar Estates

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 Watts Bar Estates protect seniors.
Learn about Tennessee memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

Sycamore Trace, Atria Weston Place and StoryPoint Knoxville West are the top-rated memory care facilities near Watts Bar Estates, Tennessee. See full list of communities.
There are 94 memory care facilities near Watts Bar Estates, Tennessee. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Watts Bar Estates, Tennessee are Sycamore Trace, StoryPoint Knoxville West and Brookdale Mount Vernon Drive. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 94 memory care facilities near you in Watts Bar Estates, Tennessee typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Watts Bar Estates, 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 Watts Bar Estates, 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 Watts Bar Estates, Tennessee ranges from $145 to $8075. The average Memory Care cost in Watts Bar Estates, Tennessee is $3,863. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Watts Bar Estates, 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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