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Photo of Somerby Franklin
1919 Photos available
2626 Floor plans available
9.4
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36 reviews
9.4
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36 reviews
5 star
67%
4 star
19%
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3%
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0%
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11%
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We have been here for about a year and it is the third CCR community we have lived in. It is, by far, the best food quality. The administrative staff is very efficient and friendly. There is a wide variety...
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.
Close to the glitz and glamour of Nashville, Somerby Franklin is tucked away in idyllic Franklin. This quaint, historic town is a cozy and convenient place to settle and is frequently ranked as one of the best places to retire in the U.S. Somerby Franklin simply sparkles with the best of what...
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Photo of Vitality Living Franklin
1010 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.2
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67 reviews
9.2
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67 reviews
5 star
57%
4 star
24%
3 star
12%
2 star
4%
1 star
3%
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They are extremely friendly and helpful and make you feel like family. I highly recommend Vitality Living Franklin for your loved ones.
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.
Vitality Living Franklin is proud to offer Viking Pure Solutions’ electrochemically activated cleaning and disinfecting systems for our residents in each of our communities! This revolutionary safe and effective cleaner provides protection for our residents, teams, and families providing state of...
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55 Photos available
8.7
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89 reviews
8.7
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89 reviews
5 star
30%
4 star
37%
3 star
19%
2 star
6%
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8%
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What we like the most about the community is the friendliness, and yes we would recommend Belvedere Commons of Franklin to other families based on the experience so far.
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.
Belvedere Commons of Franklin Assisted Living and Memory Care Community is conveniently located in beautiful Franklin, Tennessee. Our convenient location to hospitals, shopping, dining and only a short drive from Nashville makes our community the perfect home to many Tennessee seniors. At...
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5 star
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We chose Willow Springs because it is a smaller facility and they are very caring. Whenever I call I am always able to get through to someone and they have been great with communication. It is easy to get...
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.
Assisted living at Willow Springs includes personal assistance available 24 hours a day. Whether it's help with medications, assistance with bathing or just a shoulder to lean on - we're here to help. You'll enjoy restaurant-style menu dining and a full calendar of life enrichment opportunities....
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6.0
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3 reviews
6.0
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3 reviews
5 star
33%
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0%
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67%
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Arrived at my wits end. Mom needed round the clock care (broken arm) and me and my wife had done it for 2 1/2 weeks. We were inquiring about respite care and [name removed] had an idea that we should go talk...
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.
The Reserve at Spring Hill offers a welcoming environment where adults age 65 and older can live stress free. Our friendly staff may provide residents with any assistance they need to maintain their own independent lifestyle. We also take care of housekeeping and home maintenance...
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44 Floor plans available
6.8
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37 reviews
6.8
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37 reviews
5 star
60%
4 star
27%
3 star
8%
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5%
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I would give a 4 on all 8. We were blessed to be there at a good time. They had a lot of turnover right before my husband died. I am sure that is normal. Yes, we would recommend The Goldton at Spring Hill to...
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.
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Photo of Morning Pointe of Franklin (TN)
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They deliver exactly what they promise you. They ago above and beyond what they are asked. I would definitely recommend Morning Pointe of Franklin, it is a true home.
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.
Morning Pointe of Franklin, TN Assisted Living Community and The Lantern Alzheimer's Memory Care Program OPENING LATE 2015- NEW FRANKLIN, TN SENIOR LIVING CAMPUS 120 New Assisted Living Living and Alzheimer's Memory Care Apartments Morning Pointe is a senior living retirement community that...
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.
Photo of Belvedere Commons of Franklin
5 star
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4 star
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Employees do their jobs well and are very caring. Our needs are met and enjoy the opportunities with others daily. I enjoy living here very much.
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.
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Cost of assisted living in Smarden, TN

The average cost of senior living in Smarden is $4,856 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Lynnville, TN with an average of $3,297 per month.

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

Smarden, TN
$4,856/mo
$4,904/mo

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

Smarden, TN
$4,856/mo
U.S. national average
$4,557/mo

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

Assisted Living
$4,856/mo
$4,901/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,685/mo
Studio
$5,124/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,607/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,225/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$7,950/mo

Senior living costs in Smarden 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: Smarden, TN
Column state: Tennessee
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSmarden, TNTennesseeU.S.
Assisted Living$4,856/mo$4,139/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$4,901/mo$4,227/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$4,737/mo$3,633/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Smarden, TN:$4,856/mo
Tennessee:$4,139/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Smarden, TN:$4,901/mo
Tennessee:$4,227/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Smarden, TN:$4,737/mo
Tennessee:$3,633/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Assisted living costs in Smarden, TN, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Smarden 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.

Smarden, TNTN stateNational

Assisted living cost trends in Smarden, TN

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Smarden 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.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Smarden, TN$3,936/mo$3,603/mo+9.2%
Tennessee$4,552/mo$4,433/mo+2.7%
National$5,375/mo$5,129/mo+4.8%
Smarden, TN
2024 average cost:$3,936/mo
2023 average cost:$3,603/mo
Percent change:+9.2%
Tennessee
2024 average cost:$4,552/mo
2023 average cost:$4,433/mo
Percent change:+2.7%
National
2024 average cost:$5,375/mo
2023 average cost:$5,129/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Smarden, TN

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What families are saying about assisted living in Smarden

Recent reviews for assisted living in Smarden

Southern Care Inc in Franklin, TN

4.3
Southern Care is a great facility. The staff is very friendly and attentive. I would recommend them to a friend. They are cost-effective. My sister likes the food. They have a big porch with rockers in the front and other space in the back. The room sizes are of a good size.

The Bridge at Columbia

3.8
They are better than average. Some staff are excellent others not. They are dealing with the current societal challenges of finding and retaining good employees with good attitudes who truly care. Disclaimer: This is 2nd hand info since my dad has been with mom at meals for 6+ months... #1 ...
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Sunrise Home Care in Nashville, TN

4.8
My mother has been at Saba Sunrise for 6 months and after a period of adjustment she has settled in nicely. Small number of residents as Saba’s is a house. Highly recommend. The caregivers are great and almost like family now. Best choice we ever made in a difficult time.

Smarden review score based on 68 family reviews

8.0
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This proprietary review score is based on 68 reviews of 9 Smarden assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Smarden 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

Smarden review score compared against nearby cities

8.0
Smarden, TN9 facilities
8.2
8.3
Fairview, TN14 facilities

Review subcategories for Smarden 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 68 reviews of 9 Smarden assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Smarden 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.
Smarden, TN averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.8
4.1
Friendliness
3.8
4.2
Care services
3.5
3.8
Staff
3.6
4.0
Meals & dining
3.5
3.7
Activities
3.3
3.7
Value for cost*
3.4
3.7
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Smarden assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Smarden assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Smarden, 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 Smarden 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 Smarden that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Smarden, TNNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
66.7%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
55.6%
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
77.8%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
44.4%
30.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
77.8%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
77.8%
54.5%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Smarden 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 Smarden Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Smarden, TNNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
77.8%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
44.4%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
88.9%
42.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
44.4%
14%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Smarden 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 Smarden partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Smarden, TNNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
55.6%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
55.6%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
55.6%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
44.4%
36%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.1%
13.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Smarden 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 Smarden communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Smarden, TNNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
33.3%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
55.6%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
22.2%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
22.2%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Smarden 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 Smarden offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Smarden, TNNational
Activity director
Activity director
55.6%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
55.6%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
22.2%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
66.7%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
55.6%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
77.8%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
44.4%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
33.3%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
44.4%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
55.6%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
55.6%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
33.3%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
44.4%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
55.6%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Smarden

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 Smarden protect seniors.
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Somerby Franklin, Vitality Living Franklin and Belvedere Commons of Franklin are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Smarden, Tennessee. See full list of communities.
There are 10 assisted living facilities near Smarden, Tennessee. See the full list.
The best assisted living facility near you in Smarden, Tennessee is Traditions of Mill Creek. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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