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Our mom has lived at Shannondale Assisted Living for about 4 years. While her mind and body have declined during her 90 years, we find peace in the fact that she is so happy everyday. The staff at...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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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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We've had a very good experience with Autumn Care, overall! The facility itself looks very nice, they do a great job of keeping it clean, and there's usually some sort of activity going on for the residents....
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.
Autumn Care Autumn Care is a family-owned assisted living community in scenic Knoxville, Knox County, Tennessee. Our cozy, welcoming community is located in a quiet residential neighborhood surrounded by mature trees and lush green lawns. Knoxville offers the perfect mix of Southern hospitality,...
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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.
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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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.
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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.
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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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Cost of assisted living in Karns, TN

The average cost of senior living in Karns is $3,779 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Luttrell, TN with an average of $3,403 per month.

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

Karns, TN
$3,779/mo
$3,779/mo
$3,676/mo

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

Karns, TN
$3,779/mo
U.S. national average
$4,558/mo

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

Assisted Living
$3,779/mo
$3,805/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,524/mo
Studio
$4,368/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,206/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,567/mo

Senior living costs in Karns 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: Karns, TN
Column state: Tennessee
Column national: U.S.
Community typeKarns, TNTennesseeU.S.
Assisted Living$3,779/mo$4,139/mo$4,558/mo
Memory Care$3,805/mo$4,227/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$3,314/mo$3,633/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Karns, TN:$3,779/mo
Tennessee:$4,139/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Memory Care
Karns, TN:$3,805/mo
Tennessee:$4,227/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Karns, TN:$3,314/mo
Tennessee:$3,633/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Assisted living costs in Karns, TN, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Karns 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
Karns, TN$4,274/mo$4,299/mo-0.6%
Tennessee$4,552/mo$4,433/mo+2.7%
National$5,375/mo$5,129/mo+4.8%
Karns, TN
2024 average cost:$4,274/mo
2023 average cost:$4,299/mo
Percent change:-0.6%
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 Karns, TN

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What families are saying about assisted living in Karns

Recent reviews for assisted living in Karns

River Oaks Place - Loudon

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

Autumn Care in Knoxville, TN

4.5
They are doing a great job. The only thing is the scheduled cleaning is once a week and I think they may need it a little more often. I have been overall very pleased with Autumn care and with Brenda the administrator, they helped make this as painless as possible. They eat well and enjoy the ...
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Heritage Assisted Living Fountain City Knoxville TN

5.0
Overall it has been a very positive experience for my Mom at Heritage Assisted Living Fountain City. The facility is reasonably clean and the staff is very friendly. I believe the care has and continues to be as well as could be received in any assisted living facility. The meals are provided ...
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Karns review score based on 206 family reviews

8.1
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This proprietary review score is based on 206 reviews of 33 Karns assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Karns 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

Karns review score compared against nearby cities

8.1
Karns, TN33 facilities
7.7
Farragut, TN24 facilities
8.5
Clinton, TN13 facilities

Review subcategories for Karns 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 206 reviews of 33 Karns assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Karns 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.
Karns, TN averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.7
4.0
Friendliness
3.9
4.1
Care services
3.6
3.8
Staff
3.7
4.0
Meals & dining
3.5
3.6
Activities
3.4
3.7
Value for cost*
3.5
3.7
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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Karns assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Karns assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Karns, 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 Karns 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 Karns that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Karns, TNNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
69.7%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
60.6%
34.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
75.8%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
48.5%
30.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
72.7%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
72.7%
54.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Karns 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 Karns Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Karns, TNNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
72.7%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
45.5%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
63.6%
42.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
33.3%
14%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Karns 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 Karns partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Karns, TNNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
42.4%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
45.5%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
45.5%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
42.4%
36%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
9.1%
13.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Karns 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 Karns communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Karns, TNNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
39.4%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
51.5%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
36.4%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15.2%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Karns 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 Karns offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Karns, TNNational
Activity director
Activity director
60.6%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
54.5%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
51.5%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
63.6%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
54.5%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
72.7%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
54.5%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
42.4%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
54.5%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
60.6%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
54.5%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
48.5%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
18.2%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
63.6%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Karns

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 Karns protect seniors.
Learn about Tennessee assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

Atria Weston Place, StoryPoint Knoxville West and Windsor Ridge are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Karns, Tennessee. See full list of communities.
There are 36 assisted living facilities near Karns, Tennessee. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Karns, Tennessee are Sycamore Trace and StoryPoint Knoxville West. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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