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"Since 1983, when Hickory Valley first opened its doors, we have thrived on the notion of community, the strength of neighborhood, the comfor..."
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7719 Shallowford Rd, Chattanooga, TN 37421
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"Whatever your loved one needs to maintain his/her independence is found at Morning Pointe of Chattanooga at Shallowford. Within our homelike..."
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2700 Parkwood Avenue, Chattanooga, TN 37404
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2626 WALKER RD, Chattanooga, TN 37421
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1164 Mountain Creek Road, Chattanooga, TN 37405
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"Centrally located in Chattanooga, TN, Rose of Sharon's Senior Villa is an Assisted Living facility with a family-oriented atmosphere. Reside..."
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2636 Walker Rd, Chattanooga, TN 37421
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"Assisted Living at Standifer Place is located in Chattanooga, TN, just off of Highway 75, near Hamilton Place Mall. Seniors living here have..."
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"At Brookdale Cleveland (formerly Wellington Place of Cleveland), we strive to make our community feel like a second home to our residents. O..."
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"________________________________________ Nestled on the edge of Dalton, Georgia, Pleasant Valley Assisted Living provides highly attentive ..."
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"Our commitment is to provide personalized care to our residents in a home-like atmosphere. Kindness and care are combined with dignity and ..."
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"The Bridge at Ooltewah is an assisted living facility conveniently located near Interstate 75 in Ooltewah, Tennessee, a short drive from Ent..."
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"Southern Haven is a beautiful southern home with mountain views to the east and lake views to the west. And once your loved one joins, ..."
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"Life Care Center of Cleveland is located in Cleveland, Tennessee, just off Keith Street Northwest, close to an eclectic mix of restaurants a..."
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"Whatever your loved one needs to maintain his/her independence is found at Morning Pointe of Collegedale at Greenbriar Cove. Within our home..."
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"Charter Senior Living of Cleveland is located in SE Tennessee, near Chattanooga. It is a welcoming, quaint place for residents and loved on..."
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671 Alexian Way, Signal Mountain, TN 37377
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2143 Northpoint Blvd, Hixson, TN 37343
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101 North Maple Street, Whitwell, TN 37397
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"Tranquility of Dalton is in northwest Georgia, near Interstate 75 in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Relatives who visited the fa..."
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1776 Generations Way, Ooltewah, TN 37363
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"The Lighthouse Personal Care Home is nestled on a wooded parcel in Rocky Face, GA. Residents live in a quiet countryside setting, yet have a..."
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READ MOREGenworth’s 2018 Cost of Care study indicates that Chattanooga’s average monthly assisted living cost is well below the national average of $4,000 and state average of $3,920. In fact, the Chattanooga area ($3,018) is the least expensive in the entire state, with Jackson ($3,469) a close second. The most expensive city in Tennessee is Nashville ($4,500), with Knoxville ($4,033) and Cleveland ($4,021) coming in just above the national average.
Chattanooga
$3,018
National average
$4,000
State average
$3,920
Cleveland
$4,021
Nashville
$4,500
Knoxville
$4,033
Memphis
$3,585
Johnson City
$3,875
Jackson
$3,469
When considering medical service costs for seniors, the biggest factor is the level of care needed to ensure comfort. If seniors need part-time care, then adult day care ($1,733) is the least expensive route. Home health care is useful for seniors who need help with daily necessities, including bathing, dressing, meal prep and light housekeeping, but the costs on average are $700 to $800 over the expense of assisted living ($3,018), and unlike assisted living, home health care doesn’t include the costs of financially maintaining a home, such as rent, utilities, transportation, groceries and landscaping. Cost of Homemaker/Home Health Aide Comparison Chart
Assisted living
$3,018
Homemaker services
$3,718
Home health aide
$3,813
Adult day health
$1,733
Nursing home care (semiprivate room)
$6,646
TennCare Medicaid provides free or low-cost health care to low-income seniors. Eligible participants receive medical screenings, physician services, emergency services and transportation, medical equipment, labs and X-rays, home health care and physical and occupational therapy.
To be eligible for TennCare Medicaid, applicants must:
Apply for TennCare Medicaid online, call (800) 318-2596 or visit your local DHS office.
TennCare Medicaid offers assistance with long-term care services through its CHOICES waiver program. This program offers support and care to those in an assisted living residence, a nursing home, an adult foster home or the home of a caregiver or family member as well as those receiving in-home services. CHOICES helps cover services that enhance the quality of life, including meal preparation, grooming, medication management, home modifications (ramp, walk-in tub, etc.) and personal emergency response services.
Eligibility guidelines:
If a senior is at risk for nursing home level of care, but doesn’t meet the requirements of nursing home care, the cost of home care can’t exceed $15,000 annually (this doesn’t include home modifications).
To apply for CHOICES with established TennCare, call the TennCare health plan phone number on the back of the member card. If a senior doesn’t have TennCare and is interested in CHOICES, call (800) 654-4839.
PACE
Alexian Brothers PACE is a Christian-based health and service program that serves the elderly of Hamilton County, providing alternatives to nursing home care facilities. It’s a managed care system that offers high-quality health care to seniors at the PACE center, in medical facilities or in the individuals home. Geriatrician experts at PACE help coordinate the numerous medical needs and appointments that can easily overwhelm people, including medication management, specialist care, hospitalizations, primary care and therapy.
While the PACE program doesn’t contribute toward the cost of assisted living, it can reduce the overall expense of services seniors would otherwise have to pay for. Seniors can receive all-inclusive care from a well-rounded team of physicians, nurses, case managers and dietitians, who tailor plans suited to each individuals special needs. Services vary and include non-emergency transportation, prescription medications, medical equipment and supplies, preventative health services, outpatient surgery and dentistry.
There is no fee required if you are eligible for TennCare long-term care services. If you are Medicare eligible only, a fee may be involved and determined by the enrollment coordinator. To be eligible for the PACE program, individuals must be age 55 and up, live in Hamilton County, Tennessee, be assessed by the PACE interdisciplinary team and be certified by TennCare as being eligible for nursing home level of care.
To learn more about the Alexian Brothers PACE program, please fill out this form or call (423) 495-9114 or (800) 441-8883.
Veterans Administration Aid and Attendance Pension Program
Tennessee veterans and their surviving spouses can benefit from the Aid and Attendance pension program, which helps pay for services associated with assisted living, home care and skilled nursing homes. It was designed to aid veterans and their spouses with activities for daily living (ADLs), such as bathing, dressing, errands, transportation and meal prep. The Aid and Attendance program pays up to $2,837 monthly for senior living expenses, and it’s not dependant on service related injuries.
To qualify, Veterans must:
Senior centers offer aging adults independence, educational opportunities, socialization (which wards off depression), meal and nutrition programs, recreational activities and transportation.
Eastgate Senior Center
5600 Brainerd Road, Suite C-10-11, Chattanooga, TN 37411
(423) 855-9444
North River Civic Center
1009 Executive Drive, Suite 102, Hixson, TN 37343
(423) 870-8924
Heritage House
1428 Jenkins Road, Chattanooga, TN 37421
(423) 855-9474
Southeast Tennessee Area Agency on Aging and Disability offers various programs to the elderly and disabled concerning congregate meal programs, state health insurance programs, caregiver support and an abundance of information that advocates for the welfare of seniors. Area Agency On Aging & Disability
1000 Riverfront Pkwy, Chattanooga, TN 37402
(423) 424-4256
The Veterans Administration helps veterans and their families obtain and understand VA benefits that are available to them. For more information on eligibility and the numerous programs available, such as pensions, disability compensation or long-term care benefits, please call or visit one of the offices below.
Tennessee Department of Veterans Services
5726 Marlin Rd #513, Chattanooga, TN 37411
(423) 634-6488
Chattanooga Vet Center
951 Eastgate Loop # 300, Chattanooga, TN 37411
(423) 855-6570
Veterans Affairs
2208 Pointe Centre Dr, Chattanooga, TN 37421
(423) 893-6500
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