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Photo of Brookdale Rock Springs
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33 Floor plans available
9.5
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49 reviews
9.5
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I have been pleased with my experience at Brookdale Rock Springs. The staff are pleasant and hard- working... They just need more staff to work the various shifts. Meal have improved. They need to remember...
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.
Embrace the Golden YearsYou should never have to settle for a dull and drab retirement when you can have a senior living experience rich in adventure and excitement here at our assisted living community in Kingsport, Tennessee. Our warm and welcoming community gives you the opportunity to embrace...
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33 Floor plans available
9.3
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23 reviews
9.3
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23 reviews
5 star
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3 star
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2 star
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Most caregivers take good care of mom! But as anywhere some are not as good as others! We really need exhaust fans and heaters in her bathroom! Sometimes odor not good!
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.
An Elevated LifestyleIf you want to wake up each morning knowing the burdens of everyday life are off your plate, then our assisted living community in Kingsport, Tennessee might just be the place for you. Tucked on a hilltop with beautiful views of East Tennessee, this community gives you...
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9.0
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47 reviews
9.0
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47 reviews
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We are very pleased with American House. Our family member seems very happy there. The facility is vey pleasant and the staff is friendly and caring. This facility seems more reasonably priced than others...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
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.
Providing Assisted Living and Memory Care to the Kingsport area.
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11 Floor plan available
8.9
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12 reviews
8.9
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5 stars for all categories! We chose The Village at Allandale because of the welcoming atmosphere and the cost compared to other facilities. They have amazing staff who really care about the patients.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
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.
In 2003, the Village at Allandale, formerly Kingsport Senior House, opened its doors as Kingsport Senior House, a single home for 26 seniors. The 2010 expansion added two family oriented homes with 26 elders residing in each. Today, we are proud to be the only assisted living facility in the...
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8.8
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20 reviews
8.8
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What we like the most about TerraBella Morristown is their extremely courteous staff! Caring and thoughtful. Facility is well maintained. Everyone is available to answer questions and provide care and...
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.
Built on a hilltop with the Great Smokey Mountains, Cherokee Lake and Douglas Lake as a scenic backdrop, TerraBella Morristown is the perfect choice for you or your loved one who appreciates both the small-town hospitality and the beauty our area is known for. Minutes from historic downtown...
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13 reviews
8.7
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Both administrative and care staff are very helpful. My mother-in-law states she is comfortable and well-cared for. Rooms are a bit small, but bathrooms are very large and easily handicapped-accessible. ...
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.
Just off Fort Henry Drive and nestled on a hillside, The Blake at Kingsport offers resort-style hospitality and retirement service embracing the spirit of the Tennessee lifestyle with outstanding architecture, food, social life and cultural experiences. Surrounded by abundant opportunities for...
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The decorations, especially what the activity director gal is able to do around the holidays is just wonderful. The porch and the surrounding grounds with all the place is super nice. Based on what our loved...
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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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
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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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: 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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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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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: 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.
Photo of Signature Lifestyles of Rogersville
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.
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.
Photo of Wellmont Madison House
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.
Photo of Golden Years Rest Home
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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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
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.
Asbury at Steadman Hill is a dedicated assisted living and memory care facility that is part of Asbury Place Kingsport, a broader senior living community. This community offers specialized care and support for individuals with varying needs, particularly focusing on those requiring assistance...
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While my mother was here everything was actually excellent. I was very pleased with the staff, the nurses, and the food services. Since we had a specific budget this facility didn’t have a base fee then...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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.
Situated on 9 beautiful acres of land in the heart of downtown, Regency Retirement Village offers all the warmth of small town living with access to all Morristown has to offer. The lovely community offers Independent Living and Assisted Living apartments, as well as The Renaissance...
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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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: 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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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.

Cost of assisted living in Rhea, KY

The average cost of senior living in Rhea is $4,489 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Hyden, KY with an average of $2,600 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Rhea, KY vs. nearby cities

Rhea, KY
$4,489/mo
$4,391/mo
$4,217/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Rhea, KY vs. the state and national average

Rhea, KY
$4,489/mo
U.S. national average
$4,562/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Rhea vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$4,489/mo
$4,489/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Rhea, KY by room type

Semi-Private
$3,617/mo
Studio
$4,620/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,985/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,650/mo

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Rhea, KY

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Rhea.

What families are saying about assisted living in Rhea

Recent reviews for assisted living in Rhea

The Village At Allandale in Kingsport, TN

5.0
Everyone at the community is very helpful. The staff seem to really care about the residents. They are interactive and engaging with the residents. The community tries to accommodate the residents with their restrictions and preferences for food.

American House Kingsport

5.0
American House was a very good experience for dad. The staff was always attentive and seemed to genuinely care for him. I would highly recommend American House Kingsport.

Brookdale Kingsport

5.0
Everything here is a 5 except the food. Staff is great, caring and helpful. Very clean and activity director is great. The food is repetitive and bland . Meals are not served hot . All In all, I'm pleased with the facility. I would recommend this assisted living facility to anyone who needs ...
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Rhea review score based on 56 family reviews

9.0
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This proprietary review score is based on 56 reviews of 26 Rhea assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Rhea review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living 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

Rhea review score compared against nearby cities

9.0
Rhea, KY26 facilities
9.1
Evarts, KY28 facilities
9.0
Harlan, KY26 facilities

Review subcategories for Rhea assisted living

When assisted living 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 56 reviews of 26 Rhea assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Rhea resident and family assisted living 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.
Rhea, KY averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.4
4.5
Friendliness
4.6
4.6
Care services
4.4
4.2
Staff
4.4
4.5
Meals & dining
3.9
4.1
Activities
4.1
4.1
Value for cost*
4.1
4.1
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Rhea assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Rhea assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Rhea, 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 Rhea assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Rhea that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Rhea, KYNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
26.9%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
23.1%
33.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
34.6%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
7.7%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
34.6%
48.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
34.6%
53.8%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Rhea assisted living

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 Rhea Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Rhea, KYNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
38.5%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
15.4%
32.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
23.1%
41.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
11.5%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Rhea assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Rhea partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Rhea, KYNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
15.4%
27%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
23.1%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
19.2%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
23.1%
35.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
7.7%
13%
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Availability of select dining options in Rhea assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Rhea communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Rhea, KYNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
15.4%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
19.2%
42%
Room service
Room service
15.4%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
11.5%
17.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Rhea assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Rhea offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Rhea, KYNational
Activity director
Activity director
23.1%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
15.4%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
11.5%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
34.6%
50%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
23.1%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
38.5%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
23.1%
41%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
19.2%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
19.2%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
23.1%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
23.1%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
23.1%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
19.2%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
23.1%
45.6%
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State regulations for assisted living in Rhea

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Kentucky assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Rhea protect seniors.

Learn about Kentucky Assisted Living regulations

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Brookdale Rock Springs, Brookdale Kingsport and American House Kingsport are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Rhea, Kentucky. See full list of communities.

There are 26 assisted living facilities near Rhea, Kentucky. See the full list.

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