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My loved one was only here for a brief stay while he recovered from a fall. Overall I thought they did a good job with his care.The facility was clean, and the seemed friendly and caring.
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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.
At Hickory Gardens, assisted living by Americare in Madison, TN, our focus is on you. Our person-centered approach to care puts residents and their families at the heart of everything we do.When you visit Hickory Gardens, you'll find a warm, friendly community where folks can thrive and connect....
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My loved one is now at The Sapphire at music city and the staff is much friendlier and so much more compassionate. Night and day difference from his last facility. He loves it. The staff is very...
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.
We are proud to be a member of the Nashville community and recognized as one of the most unique and specialized assisted living communities.We are fully licensed and a leader in the care for residents with daily living needs, impairments due to normal aging and various forms of Dementia including...
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This independently owned community puts residents first. The service make daily life easy with activities a hair salon, immediate response for any maintenance needs. We never can into corporate rules only a...
Provides: Independent Living
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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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My mother is in long-term care at NHC Cool Springs. She moved there last September when [facility name removed] could no longer support her. They are fantastic. Staff is very attentive and caring! In...
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.
NHC Place Cool Springs is located in Franklin, TN and provides an assisted living facility, memory care facility, rehabilitation and a specialized healthcare facility. National Healthcare Corporation was founded in 1971 by Dr. Carl E Adams who is a physician and community leader in Murfreesboro,...
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Wonderful apartment complex where everyone gets along well. Elevators, laundry room, & Trash chutes on every floor. Shopping mall with Many Restaurants close by. If your a Senior, Disabled, this is the place...
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.
    Hickory Hollow Towers is conveniently located near I-24 off the Bell Road exit next to Hickory Hollow Mall. We offer spacious 1 bedroom apartments with basic utilities furnished.      Our apartment homes feature wall-to-wall carpet, central heat &...
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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: 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, 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.
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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.
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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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.
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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 father has been in 3 hospital and 3 nursing homes in 3 months and this one twice and I just love it here.. If you have a problem the staff all works hard to help solve your issues and its really a...
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.
The Meadows is a non-profit, private pay facility offering residents a continuum of care from independent living to intermediate nursing care. The facility was designed with seniors in mind with wide hallway on a single level, carpeted throughout. The Meadows offers a varied array of services...
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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.
OakBrook Retirement Living is a great affordable alternative for those who aren't ready for full assisted living. The peaceful atmosphere is ideal for seniors who wish to be independent and yet free from the burdens of private home ownership. Many of our residents supplement their care with...
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.
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Employees do their jobs well and are very caring. Our needs are met and enjoy the opportunities with others daily. I enjoy living here very much.
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.
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, 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: 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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This is a review for Abe's Garden, the brand new addition to Park Manor specializing in Alzheimer's and Dementia memory care. They have a progressive philosophy and mission. They keep the residents busy with...
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.
A Nashville Tradition of Retirement Living 1 & 2 Bedroom ApartmentsAffordable Monthly Rental RatesNo Endowment or Entry FeesRestaurant-style DiningRegular Housekeeping ServicesConvenient ParkingChauffeured TransportationApartment MaintenanceBasic Utilities IncludedEmergency Phone...
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In the Summer of 2015, my Father passed away after 3 months of hospitalization. He was my Mother's true love, soulmate and caregiver as he was 86 and she was 92. At the time, Mother had Neuropathy in her...
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.
The emphasis at Southerland Place is on independence and freedom of choice in an elegant atmosphere of subtle taste and charm.Our personal care residence is a place you can call home....with complete confidence that your medical and personal assistance needs will be met, and that your dignity...
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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.
Somerfield at The Heritage at Brentwood is managed by Life Care Services®, An LCS® Company. Life Care Services ranked highest in customer satisfaction in the J.D. Power 2019 Senior Living Study and achieved the highest score in all seven study factors: resident services and activities; community...
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 mother was there for rehab. The food was very very good. We expected the food would be similar at the next place we move her but it wasn't. The rehab part is good but you don't get individual care. We had...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
When you are ready to retire and enjoy yourself, Richland Place is the place to be. Conveniently located on the former site of the Richland Country Club, near I-440 and West End Avenue, Richland Place provides Nashville with retirement living at its best. Richland Place Residents enjoy meals...
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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.

Cost of independent living in Matlock Ford, TN

The average cost of senior living in Matlock Ford is $3,877 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include New Johnsonville, TN with an average of $2,772 per month.

Independent living costs in Matlock Ford, TN, vs. nearby cities

Matlock Ford, TN
$3,877/mo
$4,562/mo

Independent living costs in Matlock Ford, TN, vs. state and national averages

Matlock Ford, TN
$3,877/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

Independent living costs in Matlock Ford, TN, vs. other senior living options

$4,465/mo
Independent Living
$3,877/mo

Independent living costs in Matlock Ford, TN, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,966/mo
Studio
$4,996/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,030/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,686/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$7,950/mo

Senior living costs in Matlock Ford 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: Matlock Ford, TN
Column state: Tennessee
Column national: U.S.
Community typeMatlock Ford, TNTennesseeU.S.
Independent Living$3,877/mo$3,633/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$4,278/mo$4,139/mo$4,558/mo
Memory Care$4,465/mo$4,227/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Matlock Ford, TN:$3,877/mo
Tennessee:$3,633/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Matlock Ford, TN:$4,278/mo
Tennessee:$4,139/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Memory Care
Matlock Ford, TN:$4,465/mo
Tennessee:$4,227/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Matlock Ford, TN, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Matlock Ford 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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Independent living cost trends in Matlock Ford, TN

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Matlock Ford 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
Matlock Ford, TN$2,989/mo$2,877/mo+3.9%
Tennessee$2,903/mo$2,940/mo-1.3%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Matlock Ford, TN
2024 average cost:$2,989/mo
2023 average cost:$2,877/mo
Percent change:+3.9%
Tennessee
2024 average cost:$2,903/mo
2023 average cost:$2,940/mo
Percent change:-1.3%
National
2024 average cost:$3,261/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in Matlock Ford

Recent reviews for independent living in Matlock Ford

Southern Care Inc in Franklin, TN

4.3
Southern Care is a great facility. The staff is very friendly and attentive. I would recommend them to a friend. They are cost-effective. My sister likes the food. They have a big porch with rockers in the front and other space in the back. The room sizes are of a good size.

Grace Manor Assisted Living Community in Nashville, TN

4.0
I have to say my favorite thing about this community is how well maintained and kept clean it is. Every time I go to visit it is completely spotless with a fresh smell throughout the building. My mom has had no complaints about the food and has really enjoyed participating in the many activities ...
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Dandridge Tower in Nashville, TN

4.0
In general things seem to be going well for my loved on at Dandridge Tower. It's a nice enough looking place, but what really sets it apart is the people. Everyone is so friendly, and so welcoming! It's really a tight knit community. My loved one can be a bit of a shut-in, but she's always got ...
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Matlock Ford independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Matlock Ford independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Matlock Ford, 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 Matlock Ford 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 Matlock Ford 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
31.5%
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Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
35.9%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
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31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
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Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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Availability of select dining options in Matlock Ford 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 Matlock Ford communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Matlock Ford, TNNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
28.3%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
39.1%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
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36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Matlock Ford 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 Matlock Ford offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
42.4%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
22.8%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
31.5%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
56.5%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
45.7%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
48.9%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
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43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
30.4%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
34.8%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
45.7%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
43.5%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
28.3%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
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39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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Frequently Asked Questions

Fieldstone Place, Brookdale Belle Meade and Holiday Uffelman Estates are the top-rated independent living facilities near Matlock Ford, Tennessee. See full list of communities.
There are 109 independent living facilities near Matlock Ford, Tennessee. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Matlock Ford, Tennessee are Fieldstone Place and Traditions of Mill Creek. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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