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44 Floor plans available
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.
Somerfield at The Heritage at Brentwood is managed by Life Care Services®, An LCS® Company. Life Care Services ranked highest in customer satisfaction in the J.D. Power 2019 Senior Living Study and achieved the highest score in all seven study factors: resident services and activities; community...
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In the Summer of 2015, my Father passed away after 3 months of hospitalization. He was my Mother's true love, soulmate and caregiver as he was 86 and she was 92. At the time, Mother had Neuropathy in her...
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.
The emphasis at Southerland Place is on independence and freedom of choice in an elegant atmosphere of subtle taste and charm.Our personal care residence is a place you can call home....with complete confidence that your medical and personal assistance needs will be met, and that your dignity...
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This is a review for Abe's Garden, the brand new addition to Park Manor specializing in Alzheimer's and Dementia memory care. They have a progressive philosophy and mission. They keep the residents busy with...
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.
A Nashville Tradition of Retirement Living 1 & 2 Bedroom ApartmentsAffordable Monthly Rental RatesNo Endowment or Entry FeesRestaurant-style DiningRegular Housekeeping ServicesConvenient ParkingChauffeured TransportationApartment MaintenanceBasic Utilities IncludedEmergency Phone...
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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 family member is treated like their family. The staff members go above and beyond to care for her even going so far as to send me pictures when I miss an activity or special event. The atmosphere is very...
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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.
Heritage Place of Lexington which sits in a tranquil neighborhood in Lexington, TN provides personalized care and assisted living services for individuals who are at least 55 years of age. Our goal is to provide a comfortable assisting living residence, allowing our elderly residents to do what...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
NorthCliff Assisted Living provides seniors with the opportunity to live in a caring and assisted living community in Lexington, TN. This assisted living community is located in a city that is full of great things and near many attractions. Those who spend any time in the city of Lexington will...
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Cost of assisted living in Aetna, TN

The average cost of senior living in Aetna is $4,572 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include New Johnsonville, TN with an average of $3,158 per month.

Assisted living costs in Aetna, TN, vs. nearby cities

Aetna, TN
$4,572/mo
$4,044/mo

Assisted living costs in Aetna, TN, vs. state and national averages

Aetna, TN
$4,572/mo
U.S. national average
$4,558/mo

Assisted living costs in Aetna, TN, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$4,572/mo
$4,598/mo

Assisted living costs in Aetna, TN, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,239/mo
Private
$5,000/mo
Studio
$5,365/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,643/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,292/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$7,950/mo

Senior living costs in Aetna 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: Aetna, TN
Column state: Tennessee
Column national: U.S.
Community typeAetna, TNTennesseeU.S.
Assisted Living$4,572/mo$4,139/mo$4,558/mo
Memory Care$4,598/mo$4,227/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$3,834/mo$3,633/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Aetna, TN:$4,572/mo
Tennessee:$4,139/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Memory Care
Aetna, TN:$4,598/mo
Tennessee:$4,227/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Aetna, TN:$3,834/mo
Tennessee:$3,633/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Assisted living costs in Aetna, TN, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Aetna 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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Assisted living cost trends in Aetna, TN

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Aetna 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
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Aetna, TN$5,172/mo$4,826/mo+7.2%
Tennessee$4,552/mo$4,433/mo+2.7%
National$5,375/mo$5,129/mo+4.8%
Aetna, TN
2024 average cost:$5,172/mo
2023 average cost:$4,826/mo
Percent change:+7.2%
Tennessee
2024 average cost:$4,552/mo
2023 average cost:$4,433/mo
Percent change:+2.7%
National
2024 average cost:$5,375/mo
2023 average cost:$5,129/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Aetna, TN

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What families are saying about assisted living in Aetna

Recent reviews for assisted living in Aetna

Heritage Place of Lexington

5.0
An excellent amount of care was given to my father in law in this community. The staff went above and beyond with all the help they gave us. The community was clean and the food was good. It was a very exceptional community. Highly recommended to family and friends.

Southern Care Inc in Franklin, TN

4.3
Southern Care is a great facility. The staff is very friendly and attentive. I would recommend them to a friend. They are cost-effective. My sister likes the food. They have a big porch with rockers in the front and other space in the back. The room sizes are of a good size.

The Bridge at Columbia

3.8
They are better than average. Some staff are excellent others not. They are dealing with the current societal challenges of finding and retaining good employees with good attitudes who truly care. Disclaimer: This is 2nd hand info since my dad has been with mom at meals for 6+ months... #1 ...
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Aetna review score based on 287 family reviews

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This proprietary review score is based on 287 reviews of 56 Aetna assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Aetna 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

Aetna review score compared against nearby cities

8.1
Aetna, TN56 facilities
8.2
Hohenwald, TN49 facilities
8.2
Centerville, TN73 facilities

Review subcategories for Aetna 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 287 reviews of 56 Aetna assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Aetna 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.
Aetna, TN averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.8
4.1
Friendliness
3.9
4.1
Care services
3.4
3.8
Staff
3.7
4.0
Meals & dining
3.4
3.6
Activities
3.3
3.7
Value for cost*
3.4
3.7
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Aetna assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Aetna assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Aetna, 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 Aetna 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 Aetna that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Aetna, TNNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
66.1%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
53.6%
34.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
98.2%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
67.9%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
41.1%
30.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
71.4%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
75%
54.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Aetna 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 Aetna Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Aetna, TNNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
66.1%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
39.3%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
62.5%
42.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
14.3%
14%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Aetna 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 Aetna partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Aetna, TNNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
37.5%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
41.1%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
37.5%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
32.1%
36%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.3%
13.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Aetna 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 Aetna communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Aetna, TNNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
30.4%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
41.1%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
35.7%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.3%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Aetna 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 Aetna offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Aetna, TNNational
Activity director
Activity director
44.6%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
26.8%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
30.4%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
60.7%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
48.2%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
58.9%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
42.9%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
30.4%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
39.3%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
46.4%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
32.1%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
30.4%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
46.4%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Aetna

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. 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 assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Aetna protect seniors.
Learn about Tennessee assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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