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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: 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.
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.
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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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,...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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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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
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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.
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: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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.
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, Independent 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.
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.
“Elegant Senior Living” is more than just a phrase; at The Flats of Norris it is a concept to a way of life that intertwines with every part of daily life for our residents, their families, and our staff. Elegant Senior Living is a process that enhances the physical, social, mental, and...
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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.
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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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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.
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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,...
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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.
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My aunt lives at The Courtyards in Knoxville. Every time I call and talk with her. She goes on about how amazing the food tastes. She says it's homecooked, always fresh and hot, and how amazing the staff is.
Provides: Memory Care
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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 are a secured community that specializes in caring for those with dementia.  Our premises are safe and secure with keypads designed for safe entry and more importantly, safe exits.   We have private and semi-private rooms.  Our rooms are approximately 245 square feet...
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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.
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Cost of assisted living in Watson, TN

The average cost of senior living in Watson is $3,645 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Sweetwater, TN with an average of $3,438 per month.

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

Watson, TN
$3,645/mo
$3,808/mo

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

Watson, TN
$3,645/mo
U.S. national average
$4,557/mo

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

Assisted Living
$3,645/mo
$3,693/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,761/mo
Studio
$4,481/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,054/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,723/mo

Senior living costs in Watson 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: Watson, TN
Column state: Tennessee
Column national: U.S.
Community typeWatson, TNTennesseeU.S.
Assisted Living$3,645/mo$4,139/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$3,693/mo$4,227/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$3,203/mo$3,633/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Watson, TN:$3,645/mo
Tennessee:$4,139/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Watson, TN:$3,693/mo
Tennessee:$4,227/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Watson, TN:$3,203/mo
Tennessee:$3,633/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Assisted living costs in Watson, TN, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Watson 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 Watson, TN

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Watson 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
Watson, TN$4,256/mo$4,323/mo-1.5%
Tennessee$4,552/mo$4,433/mo+2.7%
National$5,375/mo$5,129/mo+4.8%
Watson, TN
2024 average cost:$4,256/mo
2023 average cost:$4,323/mo
Percent change:-1.5%
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 Watson, 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 Watson.

What families are saying about assisted living in Watson

Recent reviews for assisted living in Watson

River Oaks Place - Loudon

5.0
I've enjoyed all the times I've been here.

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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Fairfield Glade Assisted Living in Crossville, TN

4.1
If a friend asked me I'd say it's a lovely, very homey community with friendly residents and staff. As far as additional comments, I'd say that being a smaller facility makes it more closely knit. Everyone knows everyone and the staff is very caring. As a smaller facility, they are able to ...
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Watson review score based on 289 family reviews

8.3
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This proprietary review score is based on 289 reviews of 67 Watson assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Watson 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

Watson review score compared against nearby cities

8.3
Watson, TN67 facilities
8.3
Crab Orchard, TN78 facilities
8.6
Rockwood, TN102 facilities

Review subcategories for Watson 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 289 reviews of 67 Watson assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Watson 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.
Watson, TN averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.9
4.1
Friendliness
4.0
4.2
Care services
3.8
3.8
Staff
3.9
4.0
Meals & dining
3.6
3.7
Activities
3.6
3.7
Value for cost*
3.7
3.7
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Watson assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Watson assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Watson, 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 Watson 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 Watson 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
58.2%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
50.7%
34.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
98.5%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.5%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
65.7%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
37.3%
30.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
98.5%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
61.2%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
62.7%
54.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Watson 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 Watson Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Watson, TNNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
56.7%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
32.8%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
46.3%
42.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
22.4%
14%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Watson 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 Watson partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Watson, TNNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
34.3%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
38.8%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
35.8%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
38.8%
36%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
7.5%
13.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Watson 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 Watson communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Watson, TNNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
28.4%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
37.3%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
29.9%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16.4%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Watson 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 Watson offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Watson, TNNational
Activity director
Activity director
43.3%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
37.3%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
38.8%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
56.7%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
44.8%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
64.2%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
43.3%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
34.3%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
40.3%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
47.8%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
43.3%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
37.3%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16.4%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
49.3%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Watson

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 Watson protect seniors.
Learn about Tennessee assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

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Sycamore Trace, Atria Weston Place and Windsor Ridge are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Watson, Tennessee. See full list of communities.
There are 78 assisted living facilities near Watson, Tennessee. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Watson, 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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