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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Palmer, TN
If you’re looking for independent living in the Palmer area, our local senior living advisors can help you each step of the way. From affordable independent living for seniors to luxury options, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of independent living in Palmer. From there, we’ll show you the best independent living communities for your lifestyle, interests, and budget.
Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 81 independent living facilities in Palmer, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Lupton City.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Soddy-Daisy, Monteagle and Jasper.
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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: 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.
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, 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.
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, 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.
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Cost of independent living in Palmer, TN
The average cost of senior living in Palmer is $3,219 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include New Hope, TN with an average of $2,666 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Palmer, TN vs. nearby cities
Palmer, TN
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Palmer, TN vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about independent living in Palmer
Recent reviews for independent living in Palmer
Ascension Living Alexian Village - Tennessee (Independent Living) in Signal Mountain, TN
4.6
I have lived here for 11 years and am very happy with my choice. My children do not have to find a nursing home for me when I need one. I have already made that choice myself. When I need to go to a place to live with a higher level of care, that is available without a major move. Maintenance of ...
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Morning Pointe of Chattanooga at Shallowford
5.0
I absolutely love it and my Dad seems to like it. I love the staff and they have been great for my Dad. He has adjusted extremely well. He feels like this is his home. He is really happy with the food there.
Ascension Living Alexian Village - Tennessee (Assisted Living) in Signal Mountain, TN
5.0
I was extremely pleased with Ascension. The establishment, as well as the patients, were always very clean. I never detected any smells or odors -- and I have a keen sense of smell! They were communicative, helpful, and caring from my first visit until my Mom's death. My mom suffered from ...
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Palmer independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Palmer independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Palmer, 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 Palmer 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 Palmer partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Palmer, TNNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
22.2%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
30.9%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
25.9%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
22.2%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
4.9%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Palmer 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 Palmer communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Palmer, TNNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
16%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
34.6%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
21%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
8.6%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Palmer 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 Palmer offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Palmer, TNNational
Activity director
Activity director
33.3%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
16%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
22.2%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
37%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
38.3%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
45.7%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
37%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
23.5%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
28.4%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
33.3%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
35.8%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
14.8%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
19.8%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
35.8%
46.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Brookdale Hixson, StoryPoint Chattanooga and The Courtyard at Deer Ridge are the top-rated independent living facilities near Palmer, Tennessee. See full list of communities.
There are 81 independent living facilities near Palmer, Tennessee. See the full list.
The best independent living facility near you in Palmer, Tennessee is StoryPoint Chattanooga. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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