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The average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Tennessee is $5,215, according to A Place for Mom’s proprietary data. This can serve as a helpful benchmark for what families in the Poga area can expect to pay. Pricing may vary based on the community’s location, your loved one’s care needs, and any additional services or amenities.

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I like the folks at Deerfield Ridge. They treat ME like family but Mom seems to be going downhill quickly there. The help appears nice but I'm not sure they're nurturing her. I would recommend to others....
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.
Situated in the hills of Boone, North Caroline, lies our beautiful home, Deerfield Ridge Assisted Living. Our senior living facility is only two miles from Watauga Medical Center and many primary care physicians. Your loved ones can enjoy exquisite mountain views while living stress free in our...
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The facility is clean and the staff are very helpful! They have many different activities and events, like the picnic they had last week. A few weeks ago, they even had a senior prom! They just love my...
Provides: Memory Care
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.
Cranberry House is a memory care community located in Newland, NC. Newland is known as 'The Crossroads of The High Country'. With beautiful scenic views, Cranberry House is tucked away in the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina. This mountain town makes it a perfect choice for our residents....
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I was searching with no luck and when I called[name removed] she said yes immediately. It was in ten minutes of where I live. I feel my loved one got adequate care. He can care for all his personal needs....
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.
The Heritage of Sugar Mountain is an assisted living community situated in the beautiful mountains of Newland, North Carolina. Not only do we provide our residents with a warm, caring environment, but we also have spectacular views of Sugar Mountain. Our safe, caring and nurturing environment is...
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They had a good staff of doctors, nurses, mental health care, etc. providers that came to the facility on a regular basis. Personal needs were taken care of - hygiene, clothes, room.
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.
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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Cost of assisted living in Poga, TN

The average cost of senior living in Tennessee is $5,215 per month as compared to $5,830 in the United States.

Senior living costs in Tennessee vs. national costs

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Column communityType: Community type
Column state: Tennessee
Column national: U.S.
Column costDifference: Cost difference
Community typeTennesseeU.S.Cost difference
Assisted Living$5,215/mo$5,830/mo10.5% below national median
Memory Care$5,992/mo$6,999/mo14.4% below national median
Independent Living$3,063/mo$3,520/mo13.0% below national median
Assisted Living
Tennessee:$5,215/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Cost difference:10.5% below national median
Memory Care
Tennessee:$5,992/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Cost difference:14.4% below national median
Independent Living
Tennessee:$3,063/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Cost difference:13.0% below national median
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Poga, TN

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 Poga.

What families are saying about assisted living in Poga

Recent reviews for assisted living in Poga

Brookdale Johnson City

5.0
As soon as you enter the building you get welcome and friendly. They ask if they can help and point you in the direction that you gping.

Princeton Transitional Care and Assisted Living in Johnson City, TN

4.6
Other than the food, we have been incredibly pleased with everything. My favorite part is the staff. They are friendly and responsive. They have been very helpful through all of the ups and down. The facility itself is gorgeous. Mom's only complaint is ever and always the food. It is quite ...
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Christian Assisted Living of Johnson City

4.7
Staff is professional, friendly and cares about residents. Housekeeping and meals are very good. The move in process was easy. I would recommend this facility to others. So far, the facility is working out well.

Poga review score based on 283 family reviews

8.8
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This proprietary review score is based on 283 reviews of 13 Poga assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Poga 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

Poga review score compared against nearby cities

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Review subcategories for Poga 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 283 reviews of 13 Poga assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Poga 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.
Poga, TN averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.6
4.4
Friendliness
4.7
4.5
Care services
4.5
4.3
Staff
4.7
4.6
Meals & dining
4.3
4.2
Activities
4.4
4.3
Value for cost*
4.4
4.2
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Poga assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Poga assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Poga, 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 Poga 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 Poga that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Poga, TNNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
62.6%
45.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
47.9%
29.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
98.3%
91.5%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.3%
93.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
68.5%
49.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
26.9%
26.2%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97.7%
91.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
58.3%
41.2%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
65.4%
45.9%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Poga 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 Poga Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Poga, TNNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
66.5%
44.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
39.3%
28.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
56.5%
35.7%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
13.3%
11.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Poga 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 Poga partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Poga, TNNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
33%
23.9%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
49.4%
35.8%
No sugar
No sugar
47.2%
32.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
37.6%
31.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
21.5%
16.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Poga 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 Poga communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Poga, TNNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
19.4%
27.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
53.8%
37%
Room service
Room service
40.9%
32.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
19.1%
15.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Poga 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 Poga offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Poga, TNNational
Activity director
Activity director
59.1%
40.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
51.4%
27%
Community service programs
Community service programs
48.2%
26.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
66.5%
43.1%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
60.8%
42.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
67.6%
45.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
59.1%
36.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
35.8%
31.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
51.5%
33.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
64.4%
40.7%
Live performances
Live performances
59.6%
40.9%
Dances
Dances
39.3%
26.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
13.7%
21.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
63.5%
40%
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State regulations for assisted living in Poga

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Deerfield Ridge Assisted Living, Cranberry House and The Heritage of Sugar Mountain are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Poga, Tennessee. See full list of communities.
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