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Alzheimer’s care in Water Fork Mill incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. Water Fork Mill memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in Water Fork Mill, know it’s a safe setting for your older relative.

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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
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Flesher's Fairview community had a very homey and family orientated feeling to it which we really liked. The rooms at this community are good, they have a little old fashion feeling to them. Some activities...
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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.
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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I like knowing that my mom is happy at this caring community. We like that she is living. in a clean community. The meals are amazing and a great variety for her to choose from. The suite she has and she...
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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.
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.
Oakmont at Gordon Park is a dream of three local life long friends, J.J. Gillenwater, Blair Jones and Jeff Tickle who were each born and raised in Bristol. While searching for options for their own families these three gentleman saw the need for a new community with a new vision of enriched...
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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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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: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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.
What We Do BestFamilies, residents, and staff members have told us there are three things that we do best. First, we establish life long relationships with families and residents. Second, we lift the burden of care giving from the shoulders of the family members making it possible for both the...
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Where Main Street meets the mountains, the Lake James Lodge assisted living community in Marion, NC is not only beautiful, but offers residents a plethora of activities to keep busy with. Lake James Lodge is located in the heart of Marion with a breathtaking view of the nearby mountains. Marion...
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Cost of memory care in Water Fork Mill, TN

The average cost of senior living in Water Fork Mill is $4,174 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Bean Station, TN with an average of $3,034 per month.

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Water Fork Mill, TN vs. nearby cities

Water Fork Mill, TN
$4,174/mo
$4,192/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Water Fork Mill, TN vs. the state and national average

Water Fork Mill, TN
$4,174/mo
U.S. national average
$4,761/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Water Fork Mill vs. other types of senior living

Memory Care
$4,174/mo

Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Water Fork Mill, TN by room type

Semi-Private
$4,225/mo
Studio
$5,151/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,180/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,147/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$2,850/mo

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What families are saying about memory care in Water Fork Mill

Recent reviews for memory care in Water Fork Mill

The Blake at Kingsport

5.0
The staff is very helpful and friendly. They are very good about communicating with the family about your loved one, and you can call and ask about them any time. The move-in process is smooth, but be ready to produce documents like Medicaid info, living will, driver's license, etc. The meals ...
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Christian Assisted Living of Johnson City

4.1
The staff at Christian Assisted Living of Johnson City have shown solid follow through on open issues and good medical supervision. I would recommend it to other families.

The Village At Allandale in Kingsport, TN

5.0
It's a very nice place for someone with dementia, which my aunt had. My uncle died within a week of arriving there and my aunt fell about 2 months later and fractured her hip, so she left there and passed away in a rehab facility post surgery. I really appreciated A Place for Mom's help in ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Compassionate and caring staff. Numerous reviews praise the kindness and attentiveness of the staff at various communities. For example, at American House Kingsport, the everyday care staff are described as friendly and helpful, while at Preston Place 2, they are mentioned for their loving care and support of both resident ...
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High-quality meals and dining experiences. The importance of quality food in residents' overall satisfaction is highlighted in many reviews, with communities like Brookdale Johnson City offering personalized dietary accommodations and appealing meals that residents look forward to daily.
Assistance with daily living activities. Several reviews mention the help provided by staff with daily tasks, ensuring residents can maintain their independence and dignity. At American House Bristol, American House Bristol offers assistance with activities of daily living, allowing residents to focus on enjoying their new community. ...
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Engaging activities for socializing. Communities like Dominion Senior Living Bristol provide various activities to encourage socializing and mental stimulation, including games, music, outings, and daily activities tailored to residents' interests.
Consistent communication with families. Frequent, clear communication with families about their loved ones' care and well-being is a common theme in reviews, as seen in Brookdale Colonial Heights, where staff members actively update families and make themselves available for questions and concerns.
Thoughtful accommodations for residents. Reviews often mention the accommodating nature of communities, like The Village At Allandale, that cater to residents' unique needs and preferences, such as memory care units, specialized accommodations, and personalized care plans.
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Water Fork Mill review score based on 270 family reviews

8.6
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This proprietary review score is based on 270 reviews of 96 Water Fork Mill memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Water Fork Mill review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how memory care residents and family members rate memory care in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Water Fork Mill review score compared against nearby cities

8.6
Water Fork Mill, TN96 facilities
8.7
Tusculum, TN103 facilities
8.8
Greeneville, TN100 facilities

Review subcategories for Water Fork Mill memory care

When memory care residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 270 reviews of 96 Water Fork Mill memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Water Fork Mill resident and family memory care satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
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Cleanliness
4.5
4.4
Friendliness
4.6
4.5
Care services
4.3
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.4
Meals & dining
4.0
4.0
Activities
4.1
4.0
Value for cost*
4.1
4.0
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Water Fork Mill memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Water Fork Mill memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Water Fork Mill, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Water Fork Mill memory care

Memory care communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of memory care partners in Water Fork Mill that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Water Fork Mill, TNNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
31.2%
57.8%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
27.5%
43.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
84.4%
74.4%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
88.1%
89.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
40.4%
64.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
15.6%
25.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
86.2%
80.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
29.4%
54.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
40.4%
64.2%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Water Fork Mill memory care

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Water Fork Mill Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Water Fork Mill, TNNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
39.4%
66.7%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
22%
41.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
26.6%
62.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
8.3%
23.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Water Fork Mill memory care

Memory care communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Water Fork Mill partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Water Fork Mill, TNNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
18.3%
24.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
25.7%
39.6%
No sugar
No sugar
23.9%
37%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
21.1%
44.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
10.1%
14.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Water Fork Mill memory care

Our memory care communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Water Fork Mill communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Water Fork Mill, TNNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
11.9%
28.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
19.3%
34.4%
Room service
Room service
24.8%
32.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
6.4%
20%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Water Fork Mill memory care

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered memory care communities in Water Fork Mill offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Water Fork Mill, TNNational
Activity director
Activity director
31.2%
40.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
22%
29.9%
Community service programs
Community service programs
17.4%
25.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
41.3%
48.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
31.2%
46.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
39.4%
54.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
27.5%
35.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
19.3%
30.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
23.9%
32.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
31.2%
42.2%
Live performances
Live performances
29.4%
42.6%
Dances
Dances
17.4%
27.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
8.3%
19.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
31.2%
41.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Brookdale Bristol, Wellington Manor Assisted Living and Brookdale Colonial Heights are the top-rated memory care facilities near Water Fork Mill, Tennessee. See full list of communities.

There are 106 memory care facilities near Water Fork Mill, Tennessee. See the full list.

The best memory care facilities near you in Water Fork Mill, Tennessee are Brookdale Johnson City. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

The 106 memory care facilities near you in Water Fork Mill, Tennessee typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Water Fork Mill, Tennessee, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.

Browse A Place for Mom’s listings for memory care in Water Fork Mill, Tennessee, to take a virtual tour. Our local senior living experts can arrange for a live tour of these communities as well.

The cost of memory care facilities in Water Fork Mill, Tennessee ranges from $1500 to $11435. The average Memory Care cost in Water Fork Mill, Tennessee is $4,174. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Water Fork Mill, Tennessee typically starts at $1500. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.

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