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10 Best Nursing Homes in Knox County, TN
If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Knox 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 Knox 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 Knox County or another care type is right for you. Browse 36 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Knox County.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Cumberland Estates, Forest Heights and Bearden.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Kinzel Springs, Millican Grove and Sevierville.
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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.
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: 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.
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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.
Heritage Assisted Living is an assisted living community that provides care for seniors who are looking to live in Knoxville, TN. This community is located in a great city that provides residents and visitors with great views of natural beauty. This city offers many entertainment options,...
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.
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Cost of nursing homes in Knox County, TN
The average cost of senior living in Knox County is $3,918 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Plainview, TN with an average of $3,567 per month.
Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Knox County, TN vs. nearby counties
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Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Knox County, TN vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Knox County vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Knox County, TN by room type
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Knox County
Recent reviews for nursing homes in Knox County
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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The Pinnacle On Schaeffer in Knoxville, TN
5.0
This was an excellent place for my loved one. My loved one was not able to stay long due to having to go to back to the hospital. We had a limited experience but why he was there he liked the community. The staff were very caring and took care of all needs.
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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Knox County nursing homes services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Knox County nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Knox 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 Knox 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 Knox County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
59.4%
2.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
46.9%
10%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
87.5%
26.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
87.5%
27.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
65.6%
10.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
43.8%
0.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
87.5%
23.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
59.4%
7.3%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
62.5%
18.6%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Knox 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 Knox County Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Knox County, TNNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
62.5%
4.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
40.6%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
56.3%
5.9%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
25%
1.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Knox 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 Knox County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Knox County, TNNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
40.6%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
40.6%
1.5%
No sugar
No sugar
40.6%
1.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
40.6%
3.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Knox 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 Knox County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
43.8%
0.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
40.6%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
31.3%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12.5%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Knox 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 Knox County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
53.1%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
43.8%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
43.8%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
56.3%
6.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
46.9%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
65.6%
6.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
43.8%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
50%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
56.3%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
46.9%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
40.6%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
15.6%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
56.3%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
StoryPoint Knoxville West, Trinity Hills of Knoxville and The Pointe at Lifespring are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Knox County, Tennessee. See full list of communities.
There are 36 nursing homes facilities near Knox County, Tennessee. See the full list.
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