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Photo of Villages of Farragut -Fall '19
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.
Photo of Nhc Place Cavette Hill
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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4 star
43%
3 star
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2 star
14%
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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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Provides: Independent Living
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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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Cost of independent living in Gernt, TN

The average cost of senior living in Gernt is $3,220 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Livingston, TN with an average of $2,258 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Gernt, TN vs. nearby cities

Gernt, TN
$3,220/mo
$2,925/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Gernt, TN vs. the state and national average

Gernt, TN
$3,220/mo
U.S. national average
$4,020/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Gernt vs. other types of senior living

$3,657/mo
Independent Living
$3,220/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Gernt, TN by room type

Semi-Private
$3,577/mo
Studio
$4,151/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,315/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,508/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Gernt over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Gernt

Recent reviews for independent living in Gernt

Bluegrass Senior Living in Somerset, KY

5.0
We love it. My loved one is happy here, and has more friends now than before. The staff are wonderful to work with, friendly, helpful, and accommodating with the family and residents. The staff are willing to assist my loved one with their food choices.

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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Cedar Hills Senior Living in Cookeville, TN

5.0
When we had my loved one living here it worked out well, for her. We did not experience problems.

Gernt independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Gernt independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Gernt, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Gernt independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Gernt partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Gernt, TNNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
16.7%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
18.5%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
16.7%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
20.4%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
3.7%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Gernt independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Gernt communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
14.8%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
22.2%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
20.4%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
13%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Gernt independent 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 independent living communities in Gernt offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
22.2%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
18.5%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
18.5%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
33.3%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
25.9%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
38.9%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
22.2%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
16.7%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
22.2%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
24.1%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
24.1%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
18.5%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
11.1%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
25.9%
46.1%
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Sycamore Trace, Highlands Square and The Groves at Oak Ridge are the top-rated independent living facilities near Gernt, Tennessee. See full list of communities.

There are 61 independent living facilities near Gernt, Tennessee. See the full list.

The best independent living facility near you in Gernt, Tennessee is Sycamore Trace. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

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