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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Putnam County, TN

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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.
Hearthside at Castle Heights is a locally owned and operated, non-profit Christian Retirement Community. The facility is overseen by a volunteer Board of Directors, all of whom live in Wilson County. The facility opened in November, 1994, and added 16 units and an activity room in 2000. Our...
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This place is amazing!! There is probably a lot of fancier facilities but the staff here make up for that. They treat every resident like they are family. Its like one big famiky here, I've only been here a...
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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Cost of assisted living in Putnam County, TN

The average cost of senior living in Putnam County is $3,626 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Red Boiling Springs, TN with an average of $3,200 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Putnam County, TN vs. nearby counties

Putnam County, TN
$3,626/mo
$3,626/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Putnam County, TN vs. the state and national average

Putnam County, TN
$3,626/mo
U.S. national average
$4,562/mo

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

Assisted Living
$3,626/mo
$3,626/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Putnam County, TN by room type

Semi-Private
$3,470/mo
Studio
$4,496/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,813/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,850/mo

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Putnam County, 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 Putnam County.

What families are saying about assisted living in Putnam County

Recent reviews for assisted living in Putnam County

Bellwood Assisted Living in Lebanon, TN

4.4
My relative was a patient there for years before his passing. I saw how well he was cared for. That was the main reason we chose Bellwood. They are wonderful about keeping family informed about patient issues and updates. The only real negatives were that patients did not have call buttons and ...
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American House Lebanon

4.4
Overall, I don't have many real complaints. They have been very helpful and responsive to any issues I or my mother has had. No complaints with the cleanliness. Everyone I have dealt with has been great. I am well pleased with her care, as is she. Mom's situation is a little different than ...
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Cedar Hills Senior Living in Cookeville, TN

5.0
When we had my loved one living here it worked out well, for her. We did not experience problems.

Putnam County review score based on 59 family reviews

8.6
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This proprietary review score is based on 59 reviews of 28 Putnam County assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Putnam County 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

Putnam County review score compared against nearby cities

8.6
Putnam County, TN28 facilities
8.6
Cookeville, TN27 facilities
8.6
Algood, TN27 facilities

Review subcategories for Putnam County 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 59 reviews of 28 Putnam County assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Putnam County 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.
Putnam County, TN averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.4
4.5
Friendliness
4.7
4.6
Care services
4.4
4.2
Staff
4.6
4.5
Meals & dining
3.9
4.1
Activities
3.7
4.1
Value for cost*
4.2
4.1
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Putnam County assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Putnam County assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Putnam County, 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 Putnam County 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 Putnam County 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
42.9%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
28.6%
33.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.4%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
50%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
25%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.4%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
50%
48.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
53.6%
53.8%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Putnam County 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 Putnam County Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
35.7%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
17.9%
32.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
21.4%
41.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
3.6%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Putnam County 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 Putnam County 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
28.6%
27%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
17.9%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
14.3%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
17.9%
35.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
3.6%
13%
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Availability of select dining options in Putnam County 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 Putnam County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
14.3%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
25%
42%
Room service
Room service
7.1%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
10.7%
17.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Putnam County 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 Putnam County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
28.6%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
10.7%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
21.4%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
42.9%
50%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
35.7%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
42.9%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
25%
41%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
7.1%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
17.9%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
35.7%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
28.6%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
10.7%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
10.7%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
35.7%
45.6%
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State regulations for assisted living in Putnam County

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 Tennessee assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Putnam County protect seniors.

Learn about Tennessee Assisted Living regulations

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