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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Forest Heights, TN
If you’re looking for assisted living in Forest Heights, our local senior living advisors can help you find a safe, welcoming community for you or your loved one. Whether you’re searching for luxury assisted living in Forest Heights or sticking to a budget, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of assisted living in Forest Heights.
From there, we’ll show you the best assisted living communities in Forest Heights for your family member’s budget, lifestyle, and personal care needs. With 37 assisted living facilities in the Forest Heights area, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find a secure and social community for this next stage of life.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like West Hills, West Knoxville and Bearden.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Knoxville, Farragut and Powell.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
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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We've had a very good experience with Autumn Care, overall! The facility itself looks very nice, they do a great job of keeping it clean, and there's usually some sort of activity going on for the residents....
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.
Autumn Care Autumn Care is a family-owned assisted living community in scenic Knoxville, Knox County, Tennessee. Our cozy, welcoming community is located in a quiet residential neighborhood surrounded by mature trees and lush green lawns. Knoxville offers the perfect mix of Southern hospitality,...
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This was a wonderful place for my dad. He loved it. I a. So grateful to the people there. They took very good care of him. This place was a blessing to us. So sad it is not available to others.
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.
Prestige Assisted Living has 72 facilities located in the states of Alaska, Arizona, California, Idaho, Montana, Oregon, Nevada and Washington. We are highly known for our high values of respect, integrity, commitment, and trust. We offers services for independent care, assistant living,...
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Beautiful facility with a band new exquisite wing adding 20 suites. Staff is wonderful, caring & attentive. I’ve had experience with other properties who look great in appearance and talk it up in the tour,...
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.
Autumn Care Assisted Living Autumn Care Assisted Living is an assisted living community taking care of seniors and is nestled among the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains in Knoxville, Tennessee. Our assisted living community has beautiful outdoor patio and garden areas that give our...
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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Our mom has lived at Shannondale Assisted Living for about 4 years. While her mind and body have declined during her 90 years, we find peace in the fact that she is so happy everyday. The staff at...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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.
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.
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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Absolutely wonderful! All staff is loving, caring and giving! Great place to work – visit – live! Great home for “community living” I love it here!!
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
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 assisted living in Forest Heights, TN
The average cost of senior living in Forest Heights is $3,725 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Sweetwater, TN with an average of $3,438 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Forest Heights, TN vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Forest Heights, TN vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Forest Heights vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Forest Heights, TN by room type
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Forest Heights, TN
Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Forest Heights.
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VA benefits in Tennessee
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What families are saying about assisted living in Forest Heights
Recent reviews for assisted living in Forest Heights
The Groves at Oak Ridge
4.5
We picked this community, because of the convenience to my house, friendliness of staff, general atmosphere, and price. It's been a mostly positive experience. The activities director is great.
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.
Forest Heights review score based on 139 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 139 reviews of 32 Forest Heights assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Forest Heights review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores
Forest Heights review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Forest Heights assisted living
When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 139 reviews of 32 Forest Heights assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Forest Heights resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.Forest Heights, TN averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.4
4.5
Friendliness
4.5
4.6
Care services
4.2
4.2
Staff
4.4
4.5
Meals & dining
4.0
4.1
Activities
4.0
4.1
Value for cost*
4.2
4.1
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Forest Heights assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Forest Heights assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Forest Heights, 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 Forest Heights assisted living
Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Forest Heights 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
68.8%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
62.5%
33.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
71.9%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
43.8%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
71.9%
48.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
68.8%
53.8%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Forest Heights assisted living
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 Forest Heights Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
71.9%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
43.8%
32.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
56.3%
41.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Forest Heights assisted living
Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Forest Heights 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
43.8%
27%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
46.9%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
46.9%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
46.9%
35.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
6.3%
13%
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Availability of select dining options in Forest Heights assisted living
Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Forest Heights communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
34.4%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
46.9%
42%
Room service
Room service
34.4%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
21.9%
17.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Forest Heights assisted 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 assisted living communities in Forest Heights offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
56.3%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
46.9%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
50%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
59.4%
50%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
53.1%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
71.9%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
53.1%
41%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
46.9%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
50%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
56.3%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
53.1%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
50%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
56.3%
45.6%
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State regulations for assisted living in Forest Heights
Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Tennessee assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Forest Heights protect seniors.
Frequently Asked Questions
Sycamore Trace, StoryPoint Knoxville West and Trinity Hills of Knoxville are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Forest Heights, Tennessee. See full list of communities.
There are 37 assisted living facilities near Forest Heights, Tennessee. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Forest Heights, Tennessee are Sycamore Trace and StoryPoint Knoxville West. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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