Assisted Living in Tennessee
Tennessee regulates assisted living through the Department of Health, Health Care Facilities. The state licenses Assisted Care Living Facilities (ACLFs). Tennessee's CHOICES program through TennCare (the state Medicaid program) can help cover assisted living costs for eligible residents. Nashville, Memphis, Knoxville, and Chattanooga have the largest concentrations of facilities. Tennessee's moderate climate, affordable cost of living, and no state income tax make it attractive for retirees.
Average Monthly Cost
$3,800
National avg: $4,500/mo
Licensing Body
Tennessee Department of Health
Medicaid Waiver
CHOICES (via TennCare)
Facilities Listed
Coming soon
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Tennessee assisted living snapshot
- Facilities in directory
- Coming soon
- Cities covered
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- Average monthly cost
- $3,800
- Pricing data points
- Limited
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Statewide assisted living cost benchmark; actual facility prices vary
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Browse other statesFrequently Asked Questions About Assisted Living in Tennessee
How much does assisted living cost in Tennessee?
The average monthly cost of assisted living in Tennessee is approximately $3,800, below the national average.
Does Tennessee Medicaid (TennCare) cover assisted living?
Tennessee's CHOICES program through TennCare can help cover assisted living costs for eligible residents who meet financial and medical criteria.
What makes Tennessee popular for assisted living?
Tennessee offers no state income tax, moderate climate, affordable cost of living, quality healthcare systems, and diverse communities from urban Nashville to mountain towns.
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