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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Kimberlin Heights, TN

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Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 10 independent living facilities in Kimberlin Heights, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.

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9.3
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39 reviews
9.3
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I have visited South High several times - first when my friend’s husband was here and now as my friend has been living here. Every time, I’ve been so impressed with the facility, but even more impressive has...
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.
Life at South High Senior Living starts with a vibrant, welcoming and warm environment that is coupled with excepLife at South High Senior Living starts with a vibrant, welcoming and warm environment that is coupled with exceptional, personalized and supportive care here in South Knoxville,...
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I think Brookdale is an excellent facility. They are very caring to both family & resident. The activity director ([name removed]) is terrific! Mom has done more fun things in the last 2 months than the last...
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.
Something for EveryoneWith custom care plans, beautiful accommodations, a fun-filled events calendar and a care team on campus 24 hours a day, seven days a week to make sure your every need is met, our assisted living and memory care community gives you all the freedom and independence you crave....
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a little disappointed that our loved one was there less than a week and the [Amount Removed] activity fee wasn't prorated. The intake was outstanding. The tour was helpful and the paperwork was easy to...
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.
Trinity Hills of Knoxville provides you with the very best in achieving an independent lifestyle through a warm and friendly community. Situated in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains in East Knoxville, Tennessee. Our community offers assisted living and memory care. We’re located within...
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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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: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Morningside Gardens is a senior housing community that is located in the large city of Knoxville, Knox County, TN. The community is located in a great location; in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains and along the banks of the Tennessee River. It is also nearby Morningside Park and the Dr....
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Located in Knox County, Summit Towers are the famous towers in Knoxville, Tennessee and it is ready to become your new home. With amazing lifestyle amenities, this senior housing community for fifty-five and older is ready to welcome you. The neighborhood is friendly and peaceful with a gorgeous...
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Cost of independent living in Kimberlin Heights, TN

The average cost of senior living in Kimberlin Heights is $2,981 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Sevierville, TN with an average of $2,322 per month.

Independent living costs in Kimberlin Heights, TN, vs. state and national averages

Kimberlin Heights, TN
$2,981/mo
U.S. national average
$3,520/mo

Independent living costs in Kimberlin Heights, TN, vs. other senior living options

$5,640/mo
Independent Living
$2,981/mo

Independent living costs in Kimberlin Heights, TN, by floor plan type

Studio
$2,660/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,339/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,356/mo

Senior living costs in Kimberlin Heights 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: Kimberlin Heights, TN
Column state: Tennessee
Column national: U.S.
Community typeKimberlin Heights, TNTennesseeU.S.
Independent Living$2,981/mo$3,063/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living$4,852/mo$5,215/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$5,640/mo$5,992/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Kimberlin Heights, TN:$2,981/mo
Tennessee:$3,063/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Kimberlin Heights, TN:$4,852/mo
Tennessee:$5,215/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Kimberlin Heights, TN:$5,640/mo
Tennessee:$5,992/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
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Independent living costs in Kimberlin Heights, TN, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Kimberlin Heights 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.

Kimberlin Heights, TNTN stateNational

Independent living cost trends in Kimberlin Heights, TN

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Kimberlin Heights 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 average 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
Kimberlin Heights, TN$2,972/mo$2,973/mo-0.0%
Tennessee$3,117/mo$2,998/mo+4.0%
National$3,416/mo$3,319/mo+2.9%
Kimberlin Heights, TN
2024 average cost:$2,972/mo
2023 average cost:$2,973/mo
Percent change:-0.0%
Tennessee
2024 average cost:$3,117/mo
2023 average cost:$2,998/mo
Percent change:+4.0%
National
2024 average cost:$3,416/mo
2023 average cost:$3,319/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about independent living in Kimberlin Heights

Recent reviews for independent living in Kimberlin Heights

Chandler House Assisted Living in Jefferson City, TN

5.0
My loved one lives here and it's wonderful! So much better and more affordable than his last facility. The people here are wonderful. The nurses are so kind and helpful. They have a lot of activities and the residents are interactive. The staff encourages them to be. The memory care unit is a ...
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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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Kimberlin Heights independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Kimberlin Heights independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Kimberlin Heights, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Kimberlin Heights independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Kimberlin Heights partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Kimberlin Heights, TNNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
24.4%
18.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
35.7%
30.5%
No sugar
No sugar
31.3%
27.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
39.2%
29.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
12.9%
9.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Kimberlin Heights independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Kimberlin Heights communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Kimberlin Heights, TNNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
38.7%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
47%
38.3%
Room service
Room service
35.5%
32.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15.4%
15.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Kimberlin Heights independent 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 independent living communities in Kimberlin Heights offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Kimberlin Heights, TNNational
Activity director
Activity director
47.3%
39.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
30.6%
25.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
35.8%
29.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
54.5%
41.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
54.3%
43.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
55.6%
47.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
53%
37.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
45.5%
34.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
46.3%
36.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
53.6%
41.6%
Live performances
Live performances
53.3%
41.2%
Dances
Dances
39.5%
29.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
43.4%
35.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
53.6%
40.8%
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