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10 Best Nursing Homes in Carter County, TN
If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Carter County nursing home, our senior living advisors can help. The term “nursing home” is often used interchangeably with assisted living or other senior housing options; but a nursing home is a skilled nursing facility for individuals with serious, debilitating short- or long-term health issues. So even the best nursing homes in Carter County, TN may not be right for seniors who don’t require round-the-clock care.
We can help you determine if a skilled nursing facility in Carter County or another care type is right for you. Browse 78 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Carter County.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Spear, Pyatte and Plumtree.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Spear, Pyatte and Plumtree.
Nursing Homes Facilities near Carter County, TN
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At SunBridge Care and Rehabilitation - Hillside, we are dedicated to delivering quality individual service to every person entrusted to our care. Our community provides skilled nursing and rehabilitation therapy to adults of all ages who need short- or long-term care. To meet the social needs of...
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Yancey House is an assisted living and memory care community located in Burnsville, NC. Burnsville is nestled in the mountains of Western North Carolina & rests in the shadow of Mount Mitchell which has the highest peak east of the Mississippi River. It is known as 'The Heart of the Blue...
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At Brookhaven Manor, we are committed to providing quality services to all our residents and their families in the idyllic town of Kingsport, Tennessee. We offer exceptional short-term rehabilitation as well as a range of specialty programs and complex clinical services. We also provide a full...
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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.
Asbury at Steadman Hill is a dedicated assisted living and memory care facility that is part of Asbury Place Kingsport, a broader senior living community. This community offers specialized care and support for individuals with varying needs, particularly focusing on those requiring assistance...
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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, 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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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.
Provides: Nursing Homes
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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.
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
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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: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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.
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
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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
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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
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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.
Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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.
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.
Cost of nursing homes in Carter County, TN
The average cost of senior living in Carter County is $4,442 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Mosheim, TN with an average of $3,704 per month.
Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Carter County, TN vs. nearby counties
Carter County, TN
Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Carter County, TN vs. the state and national average
Carter County, TN
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Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Carter County vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Carter County, TN by room type
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Average cost of Nursing Homes in Carter County over time
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Carter County
Recent reviews for nursing homes in Carter County
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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Brookdale Lenoir
4.5
From the moment my mother moved in, the staff has gone above and beyond to make her feel comfortable and ease her anxiety from moving from her home after my father died. I am so grateful. Thank you so much!
The Courtyards at Johnson City - The Gardens
3.8
When it comes to the meals and dining, this area needs lots of work. There needs to be healthier, fresh food...more vegetables and fruits. And better quality meats. The activities has recently dramatically improved with the hiring of a really good activities director. Previously, there ...
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Carter County nursing homes services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Carter County nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Carter 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 Carter County nursing homes
Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Carter County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Carter County, TNNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
35.9%
2.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
33.3%
10%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
80.8%
26.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
80.8%
27.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
41%
10.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
16.7%
0.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
80.8%
23.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
38.5%
7.3%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
42.3%
18.6%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Carter County nursing homes
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 Carter County Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Carter County, TNNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
39.7%
4.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
26.9%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
35.9%
5.9%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
6.4%
1.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Carter County nursing homes
Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Carter County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Carter County, TNNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
21.8%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
29.5%
1.5%
No sugar
No sugar
25.6%
1.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
20.5%
3.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Carter County nursing homes
Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Carter County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Carter County, TNNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
11.5%
0.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
25.6%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
26.9%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
9%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Carter County nursing homes
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Carter County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Carter County, TNNational
Activity director
Activity director
33.3%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
28.2%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
21.8%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
38.5%
6.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
33.3%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
42.3%
6.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
28.2%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
20.5%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
26.9%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
34.6%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
30.8%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
23.1%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
7.7%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
33.3%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Brookdale Bristol, Brookdale Colonial Heights and Brookdale Johnson City are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Carter County, Tennessee. See full list of communities.
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Nursing Homes in Cities Near Carter County
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