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The staff was very attentive to our needs. They were eager to provide the best experience possible. Rooms were very nice. Good lighting and spacious. Meals were our only concern. The quality was not what we...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Life at South High Senior Living starts with a vibrant, welcoming and warm environment that is coupled with excepLife at South High Senior Living starts with a vibrant, welcoming and warm environment that is coupled with exceptional, personalized and supportive care here in South Knoxville,...
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Park Place is very welcoming and kind; they have given my mother a new lease on life. The residents are all friendly and there's a lot to do activity wise for them. My mother has made a suggestion for an...
Provides: Independent Living
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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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Ease in working with everyone from top management to care givers. I also like that there is in- house PT. Everyone makes you feel welcome and I see smiles everywhere- staff to residents!
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Trinity Hills of Knoxville provides you with the very best in achieving an independent lifestyle through a warm and friendly community. Situated in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains in East Knoxville, Tennessee. Our community offers assisted living and memory care. We’re located within...
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Freedom Senior Living is 5 stars all the way around, the staff members treat the residents like family, they genuinely care about each and everyone of them. They go above and beyond to make them feel...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Morningside Gardens is a senior housing community that is located in the large city of Knoxville, Knox County, TN. The community is located in a great location; in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains and along the banks of the Tennessee River. It is also nearby Morningside Park and the Dr....
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Morningside Gardens is a senior housing community that is located in the large city of Knoxville, Knox County, TN. The community is located in a great location; in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains and along the banks of the Tennessee River. It is also nearby Morningside Park and the Dr....
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Located in Knox County, Summit Towers are the famous towers in Knoxville, Tennessee and it is ready to become your new home. With amazing lifestyle amenities, this senior housing community for fifty-five and older is ready to welcome you. The neighborhood is friendly and peaceful with a gorgeous...
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Cost of independent living in Kimberlin Heights, TN

The average cost of senior living in Kimberlin Heights is $3,240 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Rutledge, TN with an average of $2,583 per month.

Independent living costs in Kimberlin Heights, TN, vs. nearby cities

Kimberlin Heights, TN
$3,240/mo
$3,382/mo

Independent living costs in Kimberlin Heights, TN, vs. state and national averages

Kimberlin Heights, TN
$3,240/mo
U.S. national average
$3,951/mo

Independent living costs in Kimberlin Heights, TN, vs. other senior living options

$3,771/mo
Independent Living
$3,240/mo

Independent living costs in Kimberlin Heights, TN, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,400/mo
Studio
$4,825/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,350/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,995/mo

Senior living costs in Kimberlin Heights vs. state and national costs

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Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Kimberlin Heights, TN
Column state: Tennessee
Column national: U.S.
Community typeKimberlin Heights, TNTennesseeU.S.
Independent Living$3,240/mo$3,571/mo$3,951/mo
Assisted Living$3,731/mo$4,087/mo$4,515/mo
Memory Care$3,771/mo$4,173/mo$4,761/mo
Independent Living
Kimberlin Heights, TN:$3,240/mo
Tennessee:$3,571/mo
U.S.:$3,951/mo
Assisted Living
Kimberlin Heights, TN:$3,731/mo
Tennessee:$4,087/mo
U.S.:$4,515/mo
Memory Care
Kimberlin Heights, TN:$3,771/mo
Tennessee:$4,173/mo
U.S.:$4,761/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in Kimberlin Heights

Recent reviews for independent living in Kimberlin Heights

The Pointe at Lifespring in Knoxville, TN

5.0
The Pointe has been a wonderful place for my parents! The staff don't turn over often and are very kind and loving with the residents. They truly care and keep us informed of anything going on. [name removed] (front desk) is wonderful. [name removed] (director) also great. [name removed] (PT) ...
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Chandler House Assisted Living in Jefferson City, TN

5.0
My loved one lives here and it's wonderful! So much better and more affordable than his last facility. The people here are wonderful. The nurses are so kind and helpful. They have a lot of activities and the residents are interactive. The staff encourages them to be. The memory care unit is a ...
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Knoxville High Independent Living

4.7
The place is very clean, and very very beautiful. Everybody here is very nice. Once person after another takes care of each other. The people are very caring and make newcomers feel welcome. It's a great place to live. They have security guards, which makes me feel very safe. We have ...
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Kimberlin Heights independent living services and amenities

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

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Kimberlin Heights independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Kimberlin Heights partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Kimberlin Heights, TNNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
28.6%
17.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
42.9%
28.9%
No sugar
No sugar
42.9%
26.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
42.9%
28.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.3%
6.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Kimberlin Heights independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Kimberlin Heights communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Kimberlin Heights, TNNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
42.9%
30.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
42.9%
36.6%
Room service
Room service
42.9%
31%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.3%
14.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Kimberlin Heights independent living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered independent living communities in Kimberlin Heights offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Kimberlin Heights, TNNational
Activity director
Activity director
42.9%
38.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
28.6%
24%
Community service programs
Community service programs
28.6%
27.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
42.9%
41.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
42.9%
42.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
57.1%
46.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
42.9%
36.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
42.9%
31.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
28.6%
35.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
42.9%
40.5%
Live performances
Live performances
42.9%
40.2%
Dances
Dances
42.9%
27.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
42.9%
40%
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StoryPoint Knoxville West, Park Place of Fountain City and The Pointe at Lifespring are the top-rated independent living facilities near Kimberlin Heights, Tennessee. See full list of communities.

There are 10 independent living facilities near Kimberlin Heights, Tennessee. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Kimberlin Heights, Tennessee are StoryPoint Knoxville West. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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