Senior Care in Tennessee
Explore licensed senior care options across 195 cities in Tennessee. Compare 1,380 verified provider listings, review local cost benchmarks, and find comprehensive care planning guides.
Tennessee Senior Care Cost Report
Median assisted living: $5,845/mo. View statewide pricing comparisons, top 10 city benchmarks, and national medians.
Tennessee Senior Care Cost Benchmarks
Source: CareScout 2025 Cost of Care Survey (published March 2026)
| Care Type | Tennessee Median | Annualized Estimate |
|---|---|---|
| Assisted Living Facility | $5,845/mo | $70,140/yr |
| Memory Care (Estimated) | $7,306/mo | $87,675/yr |
| In-Home Care (Home Health Aide) | $31/hr | $70,928/yr (44 hrs/wk) |
| Homemaker Services | $0/hr | $0/yr (44 hrs/wk) |
| Nursing Home (Private Room) | $10,038/mo | $120,456/yr |
| Adult Day Health Care | $80/day | $20,000/yr (5 days/wk) |
Tennessee Medicaid & State Regulation
Understanding state regulations and financial assistance programs helps families make informed, secure long-term care placements across Tennessee.
State Licensing Agency
Senior care facilities, residential communities, and memory care homes are licensed and inspected by the Tennessee Department of Health.
Regular inspections assess staffing ratios, medication administration, sanitation, and resident safety rights.
Medicaid HCBS Waiver
Financial assistance for home care and supportive residential living is provided through the CHOICES in Long-Term Care.
Medicaid waivers fund therapeutic and personal care services, though room and board costs typically require private pay.
Cities in Tennessee
Verified provider directory inventory as of September 2026
Memphis
142 licensed providers
Nashville
99 licensed providers
Knoxville
97 licensed providers
Chattanooga
66 licensed providers
Murfreesboro
39 licensed providers
Jackson
28 licensed providers
Johnson City
28 licensed providers
Kingsport
27 licensed providers
Franklin
25 licensed providers
Clarksville
24 licensed providers
Cookeville
20 licensed providers
Maryville
20 licensed providers
Brentwood
19 licensed providers
Columbia
17 licensed providers
Cordova
17 licensed providers
Cleveland
16 licensed providers
Hendersonville
16 licensed providers
Morristown
16 licensed providers
Germantown
15 licensed providers
Lebanon
15 licensed providers
McMinnville
14 licensed providers
Gallatin
13 licensed providers
Bartlett
12 licensed providers
Elizabethton
12 licensed providers
Greeneville
12 licensed providers
Springfield
12 licensed providers
Winchester
12 licensed providers
Fayetteville
11 licensed providers
Oak Ridge
11 licensed providers
Collierville
10 licensed providers
Dyersburg
10 licensed providers
Lawrenceburg
10 licensed providers
Savannah
10 licensed providers
Crossville
9 licensed providers
Madison
9 licensed providers
Mount Juliet
9 licensed providers
Smyrna
9 licensed providers
Athens
8 licensed providers
Bristol
8 licensed providers
Covington
8 licensed providers
Manchester
8 licensed providers
Martin
8 licensed providers
Ooltewah
8 licensed providers
Paris
8 licensed providers
Sevierville
8 licensed providers
Sweetwater
8 licensed providers
Union City
8 licensed providers
Dayton
7 licensed providers
Hermitage
7 licensed providers
Jefferson City
7 licensed providers
Lexington
7 licensed providers
Newport
7 licensed providers
Portland
7 licensed providers
Shelbyville
7 licensed providers
Tullahoma
7 licensed providers
Brownsville
6 licensed providers
Dickson
6 licensed providers
Goodlettsville
6 licensed providers
Hartsville
6 licensed providers
Hixson
6 licensed providers
Huntingdon
6 licensed providers
Lenoir City
6 licensed providers
Livingston
6 licensed providers
Milan
6 licensed providers
Pulaski
6 licensed providers
Spring Hill
6 licensed providers
Ashland City
5 licensed providers
Bolivar
5 licensed providers
Humboldt
5 licensed providers
Lafayette
5 licensed providers
Lewisburg
5 licensed providers
Loudon
5 licensed providers
Ripley
5 licensed providers
Waverly
5 licensed providers
Antioch
4 licensed providers
Clinton
4 licensed providers
Erwin
4 licensed providers
Harriman
4 licensed providers
Mountain City
4 licensed providers
Parsons
4 licensed providers
Powell
4 licensed providers
Smithville
4 licensed providers
Sparta
4 licensed providers
Tazewell
4 licensed providers
Centerville
3 licensed providers
Collegedale
3 licensed providers
East Ridge
3 licensed providers
Etowah
3 licensed providers
Farragut
3 licensed providers
Henderson
3 licensed providers
Jamestown
3 licensed providers
Lafollette
3 licensed providers
Mc Kenzie
3 licensed providers
Millington
3 licensed providers
New Tazewell
3 licensed providers
Oneida
3 licensed providers
Pleasant Hill
3 licensed providers
Rogersville
3 licensed providers
Selmer
3 licensed providers
Somerville
3 licensed providers
Waynesboro
3 licensed providers
Atoka
2 licensed providers
Bells
2 licensed providers
Blountville
2 licensed providers
Camden
2 licensed providers
Carthage
2 licensed providers
Caryville
2 licensed providers
Dover
2 licensed providers
Dresden
2 licensed providers
Erin
2 licensed providers
Gainesboro
2 licensed providers
Kingston
2 licensed providers
Lake City
2 licensed providers
Lakeland
2 licensed providers
Linden
2 licensed providers
Maynardville
2 licensed providers
Medina
2 licensed providers
Mountain Home
2 licensed providers
Pikeville
2 licensed providers
Rockwood
2 licensed providers
Signal Mountain
2 licensed providers
Sneedville
2 licensed providers
Spring City
2 licensed providers
Adams
1 licensed provider
Adamsville
1 licensed provider
Alamo
1 licensed provider
Andersonville
1 licensed provider
Ardmore
1 licensed provider
Arlington
1 licensed provider
Bruceton
1 licensed provider
Byrdstown
1 licensed provider
Celina
1 licensed provider
Chuckey
1 licensed provider
Church Hill
1 licensed provider
Copperhill
1 licensed provider
Cowan
1 licensed provider
Dandridge
1 licensed provider
Decatur
1 licensed provider
Decaturville
1 licensed provider
Dunlap
1 licensed provider
Dyer
1 licensed provider
Eads
1 licensed provider
Fairfield Glade
1 licensed provider
Gallaway
1 licensed provider
Gray
1 licensed provider
Harrogate
1 licensed provider
Hixon
1 licensed provider
Hohenwald
1 licensed provider
Huntsville
1 licensed provider
Huron
1 licensed provider
Jasper
1 licensed provider
Jellico
1 licensed provider
Jonesborough
1 licensed provider
La Follette
1 licensed provider
Limestone
1 licensed provider
Louisville
1 licensed provider
Lyles
1 licensed provider
Lynchburg
1 licensed provider
Madisonville
1 licensed provider
Monteagle
1 licensed provider
Monterey
1 licensed provider
Mount Pleasant
1 licensed provider
New Market
1 licensed provider
OLD Fort
1 licensed provider
Old Hickory
1 licensed provider
Palmer
1 licensed provider
Pigeon Forge
1 licensed provider
Puryear
1 licensed provider
Red Boiling Springs
1 licensed provider
Riceville
1 licensed provider
Ridgely
1 licensed provider
Roan Mountain
1 licensed provider
Rocky Top
1 licensed provider
Rutledge
1 licensed provider
Seymour
1 licensed provider
Shellbyville
1 licensed provider
Soddy-Daisy
1 licensed provider
South Carthage
1 licensed provider
South Fulton
1 licensed provider
South Pittsburg
1 licensed provider
Spencer
1 licensed provider
Talbott
1 licensed provider
Tellico Plains
1 licensed provider
Tiptonville
1 licensed provider
Townsend
1 licensed provider
Tracy City
1 licensed provider
Trenton
1 licensed provider
Wartburg
1 licensed provider
Westmoreland
1 licensed provider
White Bluff
1 licensed provider
White House
1 licensed provider
White Pine
1 licensed provider
Whites Creek
1 licensed provider
Whitwell
1 licensed provider
Woodbury
1 licensed provider
Frequently Asked Questions
How many licensed senior care facilities operate in Tennessee?
The families.care verified directory tracks 1,380 licensed senior care providers across 195 cities in Tennessee as of September 2026. This includes assisted living communities, dedicated memory care facilities, skilled nursing homes, and licensed home health agencies.
What is the cost of senior living in Tennessee?
According to the CareScout 2025 Cost of Care Survey (published March 2026), the median cost of assisted living in Tennessee is $5,845 per month. In-home care aides average $31 per hour, and nursing homes average $120,456 annually for private rooms.
Who regulates assisted living and nursing homes in Tennessee?
Senior living facilities in Tennessee are regulated and inspected by the Tennessee Department of Health. Inspection reports, safety audits, and violation records are public records that families should consult prior to admission.
Can Tennessee Medicaid help pay for senior care?
Yes. In Tennessee, Medicaid covers skilled nursing home care for medically and financially qualified individuals. For seniors who prefer living at home or in community residential settings, Tennessee offers Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers, such as the CHOICES in Long-Term Care, which cover personal care and therapy services.
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How we research and verify this information
Our team compiles this listing from public records and provider data, and reviews it against authoritative sources. Read our editorial standards and research methodology.
- Cost of Care Survey (2025)Publisher: CareScout. Supports: General senior-care planning information. Last checked: 2026-08-15.
- Skilled nursing facility coveragePublisher: Medicare.gov. Supports: General senior-care planning information. Last checked: 2026-08-15.
- Medicaid coverage and eligibilityPublisher: Medicaid.gov. Supports: General senior-care planning information. Last checked: 2026-07-10.
- Long-term-care guidance for familiesPublisher: National Institute on Aging. Supports: General senior-care planning information. Last checked: 2026-07-10.
- VA pension rates (Aid & Attendance)Publisher: U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Supports: General senior-care planning information. Last checked: 2026-08-15.