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They are very good to me here. The aides treat me good and are very nice to me. The rooms are huge, and I have a private room with a nice size bathroom and shower.
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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.
Lazy-R Personal Care Lazy-R Personal Care is a well-established senior living community located in the quaint town of Blairsville, Georgia. This small town has loads of charm and is a warm and welcoming town. Lazy-R is easily accessed just off of Highway 15. Nearby is the southern cuisine Fatz...
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Beautiful facility with a band new exquisite wing adding 20 suites. Staff is wonderful, caring & attentive. I’ve had experience with other properties who look great in appearance and talk it up in the tour,...
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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.
Autumn Care Assisted Living Autumn Care Assisted Living is an assisted living community taking care of seniors and is nestled among the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains in Knoxville, Tennessee. Our assisted living community has beautiful outdoor patio and garden areas that give our...
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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.
Heritage Assisted Living is an assisted living community that provides care for seniors who are looking to live in Knoxville, TN. This community is located in a great city that provides residents and visitors with great views of natural beauty. This city offers many entertainment options,...
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I have visited this community over the past 4 years and I have not felt more welcome than I do now! The community smells clean and the residents are always smiling. Just go to their Facebook page and you...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Bridging the Gap Family Care Home, IncBridging the Gap Family Care Home, Inc is a residential care home for seniors that is located in the city of Hayesville, North Carolina which is in Clay County. Hayesville is a community that is close-knit, small, and lovely in all of the quiet and the...
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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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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...
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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.
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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.
The Health Center at Standifer Place is a unique, comprehensive facility. From Independent Living, to Assisted Living, to compassionate Hospice care, HCSP provides options for successive stages of life and changing levels of ability. Residents have convenient access to services on the journey...
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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.
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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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Overall it's very good. The cost is fine. I think the aides and the medical people could have a lot of improvement. I think they have some really good people, and then they have some who are not as good. ...
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.
Martin Boyd Christian Home was founded in 1984 by the local Churches of Christ. The original facility opened with 9 residents and 10 employees and has grown to house over 100 residents with a staff of over 50. The facility has grown to include 3 levels of care ranging from assisted care to...
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.

Cost of assisted living in Ellis Mill, TN

The average cost of senior living in Ellis Mill is $3,766 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Sweetwater, TN with an average of $3,438 per month.

Assisted living costs in Ellis Mill, TN, vs. nearby cities

Ellis Mill, TN
$3,766/mo
$3,769/mo

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

Ellis Mill, TN
$3,766/mo
U.S. national average
$4,558/mo

Assisted living costs in Ellis Mill, TN, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$3,766/mo
$3,843/mo

Assisted living costs in Ellis Mill, TN, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,732/mo
Studio
$4,647/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,325/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,524/mo

Senior living costs in Ellis Mill 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: Ellis Mill, TN
Column state: Tennessee
Column national: U.S.
Community typeEllis Mill, TNTennesseeU.S.
Assisted Living$3,766/mo$4,139/mo$4,558/mo
Memory Care$3,843/mo$4,227/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$3,414/mo$3,633/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Ellis Mill, TN:$3,766/mo
Tennessee:$4,139/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Memory Care
Ellis Mill, TN:$3,843/mo
Tennessee:$4,227/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Ellis Mill, TN:$3,414/mo
Tennessee:$3,633/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Assisted living costs in Ellis Mill, TN, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Ellis Mill 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 Ellis Mill, TN

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Ellis Mill 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
Ellis Mill, TN$4,530/mo$4,461/mo+1.5%
Tennessee$4,552/mo$4,433/mo+2.7%
National$5,375/mo$5,129/mo+4.8%
Ellis Mill, TN
2024 average cost:$4,530/mo
2023 average cost:$4,461/mo
Percent change:+1.5%
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 Ellis Mill, TN

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What families are saying about assisted living in Ellis Mill

Recent reviews for assisted living in Ellis Mill

River Oaks Place - Loudon

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

Morning Pointe of Chattanooga at Shallowford

5.0
I absolutely love it and my Dad seems to like it. I love the staff and they have been great for my Dad. He has adjusted extremely well. He feels like this is his home. He is really happy with the food there.

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.

Ellis Mill review score based on 333 family reviews

8.5
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This proprietary review score is based on 333 reviews of 92 Ellis Mill assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Ellis Mill 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

Ellis Mill review score compared against nearby cities

8.5
Ellis Mill, TN92 facilities
8.5
Tellico Plains, TN107 facilities
8.3
Englewood, TN117 facilities

Review subcategories for Ellis Mill 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 333 reviews of 92 Ellis Mill assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Ellis Mill 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.
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Cleanliness
3.9
4.1
Friendliness
4.0
4.1
Care services
3.8
3.8
Staff
3.9
4.0
Meals & dining
3.6
3.6
Activities
3.6
3.7
Value for cost*
3.6
3.7
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Ellis Mill assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Ellis Mill assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Ellis Mill, 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 Ellis Mill 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 Ellis Mill 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
58.7%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
50%
34.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
97.8%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
65.2%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
31.5%
30.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
98.9%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
59.8%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
64.1%
54.5%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Ellis Mill 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 Ellis Mill Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Ellis Mill, TNNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
60.9%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
30.4%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
45.7%
42.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
19.6%
14%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Ellis Mill 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 Ellis Mill 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
37%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
41.3%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
38%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
38%
36%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
8.7%
13.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Ellis Mill 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 Ellis Mill communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
23.9%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
40.2%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
30.4%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.1%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Ellis Mill 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 Ellis Mill offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
50%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33.7%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
40.2%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
52.2%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
47.8%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
63%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
45.7%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
37%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
42.4%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
48.9%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
46.7%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
35.9%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16.3%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
48.9%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Ellis Mill

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 Ellis Mill protect seniors.
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Sycamore Trace, Atria Weston Place and StoryPoint Knoxville West are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Ellis Mill, Tennessee. See full list of communities.
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The best assisted living facilities near you in Ellis Mill, Tennessee are Sycamore Trace, StoryPoint Knoxville West and Brookdale Mount Vernon Drive. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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