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10 Best Nursing Homes in Rural Vale, TN

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If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Rural Vale 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 Rural Vale, 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 Rural Vale or another care type is right for you. Browse 14 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Rural Vale.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Williamsburg, Addison and Grady.
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Nursing Homes Facilities near Rural Vale, TN

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Last Updated: 11/8/24
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Photo of TerraBella Athens
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9.0
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34 reviews
9.0
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34 reviews
5 star
70%
4 star
24%
3 star
6%
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0%
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0%
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My mother in law has been at Terra Bella for about two months now and is very happy here. She is 93 and very aware and in tact. She can’t walk and we are working with physical therapy 2X a week to get her...
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.
With the serenity of the Great Smoky Mountains nearby and southern hospitality abound, TerraBella Athens is an ideal location for those looking for quality assistance with their daily routine, while still remaining close to nature. We develop individual care plans to meet the needs of each...
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44 Floor plans available
8.2
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12 reviews
8.2
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12 reviews
5 star
75%
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17%
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8%
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After all I have been through I would say pay attention to everything. The medical profession is a scam. When you find someone who cares keep them. They are all out for the money from the insurance companies...
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.
A state-of-the-art, brand new community! Dominion Senior Living of Athens offers assisted living services and memory care to seniors living in Athens, Tennessee. Our community is located on a 10-acre property including a scenic pond, walking path and sensory gardens – which all encourage resident...
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I would highly recommend this community. It has been a great difference compared to the other community that my loved one came from. This is a great organization.
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.
Conveniently located not far from downtown Athens, near Athens Regional Hospital and doctor's offices, Morning Pointe of Athens is a single level, state-of-the-art, assisted living community offering 44 spacious apartments with multiple floor plan choices. Providing Care, Preserving Dignity At...
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I submitted a review last night that I would like very much to retract. Not that any of the statements weren't true. It's due to the new administrator they have. She is very effective. The incident with my...
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
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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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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Cost of nursing homes in Rural Vale, TN

The average cost of senior living in Rural Vale is $4,031 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Sweetwater, TN with an average of $3,550 per month.

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Rural Vale, TN vs. nearby cities

Rural Vale, TN
$4,031/mo
$3,822/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Rural Vale, TN vs. the state and national average

Rural Vale, TN
$4,031/mo
U.S. national average
$4,799/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Rural Vale vs. other types of senior living

$3,861/mo
Nursing Homes
$4,031/mo

Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Rural Vale, TN by room type

Semi-Private
$3,956/mo
Studio
$4,969/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,183/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,723/mo

Average cost of Nursing Homes in Rural Vale over time

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What families are saying about nursing homes in Rural Vale

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Rural Vale

TerraBella Athens

5.0
I will recommend TerraBella Athens highly. The staff is great! The employees that are on the floors daily genuinely care about the residents. The staff not only doesn't mind family being in and out and present a great amount of the time, but encourages it!

Morning Pointe of Athens

4.8
My grandmother is a Resident here & I can not imagine a better "home" for her. The staff are like family, Nurses are the best around & very knowledgeable & attentive. It's very nicely decorated, and the food is wonderful. Lots of activities for residents with family activities planned also

The Neighborhood at Tellico Village in Loudon, TN

5.0
5 stars all the way around. We chose Tellico Village over others we saw because it just had a nice 'feel' to it?! If I was lost or unsure about anything, I always encountered someone that was willing to help or give me a hand. The residents all seemed happy too, and I felt like that was a ...
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Rural Vale nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Rural Vale nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Rural Vale, 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 Rural Vale 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 Rural Vale that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Rural Vale, TNNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
66.7%
2.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
50%
10%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
66.7%
26.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
66.7%
27.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
66.7%
10.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
33.3%
0.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
66.7%
23.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
50%
7.3%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
66.7%
18.6%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Rural Vale 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 Rural Vale Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Rural Vale, TNNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
66.7%
4.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
33.3%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
33.3%
5.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Rural Vale 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 Rural Vale partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Rural Vale, TNNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
33.3%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50%
1.5%
No sugar
No sugar
33.3%
1.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
50%
3.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Rural Vale 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 Rural Vale communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Rural Vale, TNNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
33.3%
0.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
50%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
50%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16.7%
0.7%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Rural Vale 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 Rural Vale offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Rural Vale, TNNational
Activity director
Activity director
50%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
16.7%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
50%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
6.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
66.7%
6.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
33.3%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
33.3%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
50%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16.7%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
50%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

TerraBella Athens, The Neighborhood at Tellico Village and Dominion Senior Living of Athens are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Rural Vale, Tennessee. See full list of communities.

There are 14 nursing homes facilities near Rural Vale, Tennessee. See the full list.

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