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When you visit Dogwood Pointe, you'll find a warm, friendly community where folks can thrive and connect. It's a place full of friendly local faces where you and your loved one will feel right at home, whether that's in our inviting community spaces or homey studio apartments. Our care partners...
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I am really happy with the care thqt my father is receiving here with great. Thestaff is friendly and caring. I like knowing that he is in a clean community. He seems happy with the food and variety. They do...
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This fine, new facility offers the very best in Senior Living. Our caring and supportive staff provides assistance to our residents as needed, while allowing them the privacy they desire. Residents can retire from the stresses of life - bills, cooking, cleaning, repairs, and upkeep and look...
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Mother moved in a little over a week ago and so far we have been pleased. The food is very good and the companions (attendants) are very caring. A little more communication from the management would be...
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Canterbury PlaceCanterbury Place is a great assisted living community available to seniors in Dyersburg, TN. This assisted living community is beautiful and caring, and it is located in a great city. Dyersburg offers many parks and recreation centers that are great places to visit and to spend...
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I am happy with the care that my mom is getting here . My mom is really the food and the variety. She is really liking the activities and the therapy. She is always active. The entire community is...
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At Cades Center Assisted Living, we provide residents with full-time quality living in a warm and welcoming home that offers private and communal spaces. Our resident care is of the highest caliber with licensed healthcare assistants, daily activities, balanced meals, and a positive environment...
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My brother-in-law who is 90 has just come alive here. He is very social and enjoys being a part of the activities, he went to Prom Nite on Sat. with the other residents. He has settled in and likes his...
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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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Finding the right place for your loved one doesn't have to a difficult decision with options like New Haven - Kevil so look no further. New Haven - Kevil, located in Kevil, KY is an assisted living facility that takes a more comprehensive approach to providing the very best care for your loved...
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The 4 is because no one is perfect. However, I will say when I saw a problem it was taken care of very quickly. The staff was excellent.
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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.
We at Charter Senior Living of Paducah opened July of 2023. The leadership team in Paducah has over 131 years combined experience in senior care. We won the McCracken County People's Choice Award for Best Assisted Living Community. We are nestled into the corner of New Holt Rd and Nth Friendship....
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Cost of assisted living in Gardner, TN

The average cost of senior living in Gardner is $3,580 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Dyer, TN with an average of $3,091 per month.

Assisted living costs in Gardner, TN, vs. nearby cities

Gardner, TN
$3,580/mo
$3,397/mo
$3,397/mo

Assisted living costs in Gardner, TN, vs. state and national averages

Gardner, TN
$3,580/mo
U.S. national average
$4,557/mo

Assisted living costs in Gardner, TN, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$3,580/mo
$3,580/mo

Assisted living costs in Gardner, TN, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,558/mo
Studio
$4,452/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,735/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,461/mo

Senior living costs in Gardner vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Gardner, TN
Column state: Tennessee
Column national: U.S.
Community typeGardner, TNTennesseeU.S.
Assisted Living$3,580/mo$4,139/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$3,580/mo$4,227/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$2,809/mo$3,633/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Gardner, TN:$3,580/mo
Tennessee:$4,139/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Gardner, TN:$3,580/mo
Tennessee:$4,227/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Gardner, TN:$2,809/mo
Tennessee:$3,633/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Assisted living costs in Gardner, TN, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Gardner and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Assisted living cost trends in Gardner, TN

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Gardner have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

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Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Gardner, TN$3,596/mo$3,904/mo-7.9%
Tennessee$4,377/mo$4,045/mo+8.2%
National$5,061/mo$4,708/mo+7.5%
Gardner, TN
2024 average cost:$3,596/mo
2023 average cost:$3,904/mo
Percent change:-7.9%
Tennessee
2024 average cost:$4,377/mo
2023 average cost:$4,045/mo
Percent change:+8.2%
National
2024 average cost:$5,061/mo
2023 average cost:$4,708/mo
Percent change:+7.5%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Gardner, TN

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What families are saying about assisted living in Gardner

Recent reviews for assisted living in Gardner

Regency Retirement Village - Jackson

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My parents are doing so well here in the memory care. The staff makes sure that they take part in the activities, and join them in the dining room and my parents like the food. They have a very nice room together and I know that my parents are safe and that the memory care is well secured. My ...
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The Neighborhood at Paducah

5.0
My loved one was previously a resident at The Neighborhood at Paducah. I have all good things to say about this facility. The facility was clean and the staff was professional and friendly. The dining room had cloth table cloths and cloth napkins. The meals looked very good. Communication with ...
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The Bungalows at Mayfield

4.6
It's been good so far my mom is doing good there. They keep her fed and gives her activities to do there is always something going on there.

Gardner review score based on 88 family reviews

8.6
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This proprietary review score is based on 88 reviews of 47 Gardner assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Gardner 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

Gardner review score compared against nearby cities

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Gardner, TN47 facilities
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Martin, TN14 facilities
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Review subcategories for Gardner 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 88 reviews of 47 Gardner assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Gardner 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.
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Cleanliness
4.3
4.1
Friendliness
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4.2
Care services
4.2
3.8
Staff
4.3
4.0
Meals & dining
3.9
3.7
Activities
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Value for cost*
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Gardner assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Gardner assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Gardner, 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 Gardner 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 Gardner 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
17%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
6.4%
34.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
29.8%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
14.9%
30.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
36.2%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
42.6%
54.5%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Gardner 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 Gardner Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Gardner, TNNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
27.7%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
14.9%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
19.1%
42.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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14%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Gardner 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 Gardner partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Gardner, TNNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
12.8%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
23.4%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
25.5%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
12.8%
36%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
8.5%
13.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Gardner 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 Gardner communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Gardner, TNNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
6.4%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
29.8%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
14.9%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
4.3%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Gardner 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 Gardner offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Gardner, TNNational
Activity director
Activity director
23.4%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
14.9%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
14.9%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
34%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
31.9%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
29.8%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
25.5%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
10.6%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
19.1%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
27.7%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
27.7%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
12.8%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
6.4%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
23.4%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Gardner

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Tennessee assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Gardner protect seniors.
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Brookdale Murray, Wellington Manor Jackson and Brookdale Jackson Oaks are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Gardner, Tennessee. See full list of communities.
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The best assisted living facility near you in Gardner, Tennessee is Brookdale Murray. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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