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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Salem, TN
If you’re looking for independent living in the Salem 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 Salem. 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 109 independent living facilities in Salem, 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 Greeneville, Morristown and Dandridge.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
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....
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: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
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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What I like about Renaissance Terrace is it's relatively small, so the residents get a lot of individualized attention. It's also a non-profit, so they're driven by their mission statement as opposed to a...
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.
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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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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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Flesher's Fairview community had a very homey and family orientated feeling to it which we really liked. The rooms at this community are good, they have a little old fashion feeling to them. Some activities...
Provides: Assisted 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.
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.
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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.
Parkview is an independent living community designed to meet the needs of a wide range of seniors. Our states of the art communications system along with other personal services help residents maintain their independence and dignity much longer. We are located in historic Fountain City in a...
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Cost of independent living in Salem, TN
The average cost of senior living in Salem is $3,576 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Sneedville, TN with an average of $2,086 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Salem, TN vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Salem, TN vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about independent living in Salem
Recent reviews for independent living in Salem
The Blake at Kingsport
5.0
The staff is very helpful and friendly. They are very good about communicating with the family about your loved one, and you can call and ask about them any time. The move-in process is smooth, but be ready to produce documents like Medicaid info, living will, driver's license, etc. The meals ...
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The Pointe at Lifespring in Knoxville, TN
5.0
The Pointe has been a wonderful place for my parents!
The staff don't turn over often and are very kind and loving with the residents. They truly care and keep us informed of anything going on.
[name removed] (front desk) is wonderful. [name removed] (director) also great. [name removed] (PT) ...
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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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Salem independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Salem independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Salem, 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 Salem 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 Salem 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
17.4%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
29.4%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
25.7%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
22.9%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
10.1%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Salem 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 Salem communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
14.7%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
27.5%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
24.8%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
7.3%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Salem 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 Salem offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
32.1%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
20.2%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
23.9%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
42.2%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
36.7%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
44%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
33.9%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
25.7%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
28.4%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
35.8%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
34.9%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
23.9%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
18.3%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
34.9%
46.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Park Place of Fountain City, Brookdale Johnson City and Trinity Hills of Knoxville are the top-rated independent living facilities near Salem, Tennessee. See full list of communities.
There are 109 independent living facilities near Salem, Tennessee. See the full list.
The best independent living facility near you in Salem, Tennessee is Brookdale Johnson City. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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