Assisted Living in Memphis, Tennessee
Memphis
Shelby County
Assisted living
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How should you compare assisted living in Memphis?
Start with the resident's support needs, then compare communities on the same criteria. Ask for an itemized written quote so that base rent and care charges are not mixed together.
| Decision factor | What to verify |
|---|---|
| Daily care | Bathing, dressing, toileting, transfers, mobility and meal assistance. |
| Medication help | Whether support is included, tiered or charged separately. |
| Staffing | How staffing changes by time of day and resident acuity. |
| Memory support | Whether memory care is available on site if needs change. |
| Fees | Base rent, care tiers, community fees, transportation and ancillary charges. |
How much does assisted living cost in Memphis?
Pricing varies by community and can change faster than a static city average. Our cost page focuses on the quote components families should compare and avoids presenting an unsupported single-number “average” as though every resident pays it.
See the Memphis assisted living cost guide →
Assisted Living Communities to Research in Memphis
| Community | Address | Phone | Before you decide |
|---|---|---|---|
| Belmont Village Senior Living Memphis | 6605 N Quail Hollow Rd, Memphis, TN 38120 | (901) 617-7501 | Verify current services, availability and Tennessee licensure |
| Opus East Memphis | 1029 Cherry Rd, Memphis, TN 38117 | (901) 459-5437 | Verify current services, availability and Tennessee licensure |
| South Breeze Senior Living | 3168 Hacks Cross Rd, Memphis, TN 38125 | (901) 748-1757 | Verify current services, availability and Tennessee licensure |
| The Summit of Germantown | 6420 Quince Rd, Memphis, TN 38119 | (901) 860-5801 | Verify current services, availability and Tennessee licensure |
| StoryPoint Germantown | 6300 Briarcrest Ave, Memphis, TN 38120 | (901) 425-0490 | Verify current services, availability and Tennessee licensure |
Verify a facility in Tennessee's official Health Care Facilities search →
Also comparing memory care in Memphis?
If memory loss, wandering, unsafe medication use or increasing supervision is part of the decision, compare the assisted-living shortlist with the more structured questions on our memory-care page.
How can you verify an assisted living facility in Tennessee?
The Tennessee Health Facilities Commission licenses and regulates health care facility types including assisted living. Use the state's facility search to verify a provider before making a placement decision.
What if you are unsure whether assisted living is the right care level?
Organize mobility, medication, memory, daily-living support, budget and timing before calling communities.
Take the Free Senior Care AssessmentFrequently Asked Questions
What is assisted living in Memphis?
Assisted living in Memphis is residential care for people who need help with everyday activities but do not necessarily require continuous skilled nursing care.
Who is assisted living usually appropriate for?
It may suit people who need help with bathing, dressing, medication routines, meals, mobility or housekeeping while still wanting a residential community setting.
How is assisted living different from independent living?
Independent living generally offers housing and lifestyle services with little personal care, while assisted living adds support with daily activities.
How is assisted living different from a nursing home?
Nursing homes provide a higher level of skilled nursing and medical support. Assisted living is generally more residential and focused on daily-living assistance.
What services should families compare?
Compare personal-care support, meals, medication help, transportation, housekeeping, activities, emergency response, staffing and how changing needs are handled.
How should families compare assisted living costs?
Ask for written, itemized quotes that separate base rent from care-level fees, medication support, one-time fees and optional services.
Can assisted living support memory loss?
Some communities can support mild memory needs, while others have dedicated memory-care programs. Capabilities vary and should be verified directly.
Can couples live together in assisted living?
Often, yes. Ask about apartment options, second-person fees and what happens if one spouse eventually needs a different level of care.
Does TennCare pay for assisted living?
TennCare's CHOICES program can provide long-term services and supports for eligible people, but families should verify current coverage and eligibility directly with TennCare.
How can I verify a Tennessee assisted living facility?
Use Tennessee's official Health Care Facilities search to check current facility information before making a placement decision.
What should I ask during a facility tour?
Ask about staffing, overnight coverage, care reassessments, medication support, emergency procedures, pricing, contract terms and admission/discharge criteria.
What is the best first step if I am unsure about the care level?
Start by organizing mobility, memory, medication, personal-care, budget and timing needs before comparing communities.
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