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Mom continually tells us how good the staff is to her. Always asking her if there is anything she needs. We would highly recommend them to anyone looking.
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.
Christian Assisted Living of Johnson City is an assisted living and secure memory care community located on the south side of Johnson City, Tennessee. Christian Assisted Living consists of 18 secure memory care apartments and 51 assisted living apartments. Each apartment is ground level with a...
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I cannot say enough good things about Townview. Everyone was so nice and welcoming right from the beginning. My mom has made so many friends and really enjoys all the activities. I wish we would have known...
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.
TownView Senior Living is an independent living community located in downtown Johnson City, at the foothills of the Appalachia Mountains. We are conveniently located within walking distance to parks, shops, restaurants, churches, farmers markets and festivals. We offer spacious apartments in a...
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I was searching with no luck and when I called[name removed] she said yes immediately. It was in ten minutes of where I live. I feel my loved one got adequate care. He can care for all his personal needs....
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.
The Heritage of Sugar Mountain is an assisted living community situated in the beautiful mountains of Newland, North Carolina. Not only do we provide our residents with a warm, caring environment, but we also have spectacular views of Sugar Mountain. Our safe, caring and nurturing environment is...
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They had a good staff of doctors, nurses, mental health care, etc. providers that came to the facility on a regular basis. Personal needs were taken care of - hygiene, clothes, room.
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: Senior Apartments
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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: Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Watauga Square ApartmentWatauga Square Apartment is a senior apartment complex located in Johnson City, Tennessee in Washington, Carter, and Sullivan counties. Johnson City is a town that loves adventure and as such offers a wide variety of outdoor recreational opportunities. From well-maintained...
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Cost of independent living in Shell Creek, TN

The average cost of senior living in Shell Creek is $3,779 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Farmer Mill, TN with an average of $3,513 per month.

Independent living costs in Shell Creek, TN, vs. nearby cities

Shell Creek, TN
$3,779/mo
$4,056/mo

Independent living costs in Shell Creek, TN, vs. state and national averages

Shell Creek, TN
$3,779/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

Independent living costs in Shell Creek, TN, vs. other senior living options

$4,279/mo
Independent Living
$3,779/mo

Independent living costs in Shell Creek, TN, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,146/mo
Studio
$3,425/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,000/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,300/mo

Senior living costs in Shell Creek 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: Shell Creek, TN
Column state: Tennessee
Column national: U.S.
Community typeShell Creek, TNTennesseeU.S.
Independent Living$3,779/mo$3,633/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$4,279/mo$4,139/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$4,279/mo$4,227/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Shell Creek, TN:$3,779/mo
Tennessee:$3,633/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Shell Creek, TN:$4,279/mo
Tennessee:$4,139/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Shell Creek, TN:$4,279/mo
Tennessee:$4,227/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Shell Creek, TN, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Shell Creek 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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Independent living cost trends in Shell Creek, TN

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Shell Creek 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Shell Creek, TN$2,824/mo$2,000/mo+41.2%
Tennessee$2,587/mo$2,488/mo+4.0%
National$2,786/mo$2,740/mo+1.7%
Shell Creek, TN
2024 average cost:$2,824/mo
2023 average cost:$2,000/mo
Percent change:+41.2%
Tennessee
2024 average cost:$2,587/mo
2023 average cost:$2,488/mo
Percent change:+4.0%
National
2024 average cost:$2,786/mo
2023 average cost:$2,740/mo
Percent change:+1.7%
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What families are saying about independent living in Shell Creek

Recent reviews for independent living in Shell Creek

Princeton Transitional Care and Assisted Living in Johnson City, TN

4.0
I would recommend it. Of the facilities in our area, this one is the best value for the money. I picked it because it is a clean, updated facility, all on one level. They have suites with doors open to a courtyard. The staff is friendly and helpful. They allow residents to have meals in their ...
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Brookdale Johnson City

5.0
Our mother lived at Brookdale Johnson City for 3 years until her passing in June, 2024. The staff provided caring support as her needs increased, and she was treated like family by her caregivers. We appreciated the open lines of communication we had with the Executive Director, nursing staff, ...
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Dominion Senior Living of Johnson City

5.0
The staff members are very friendly and overall we are very pleased. We would absolutely recommend Dominion Senior Living to other families based on the experience we have had so far

Shell Creek independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Shell Creek independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Shell Creek, 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 Shell Creek 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 Shell Creek 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
14.3%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
42.9%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
42.9%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
14.3%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.3%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Shell Creek 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 Shell Creek communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
28.6%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
28.6%
36.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Shell Creek 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 Shell Creek offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
42.9%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
14.3%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
14.3%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
57.1%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
42.9%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
57.1%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
42.9%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
42.9%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
14.3%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
42.9%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
28.6%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
14.3%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
14.3%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
42.9%
47%
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