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10 Best Nursing Homes in Forge Ridge, TN

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If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Forge Ridge nursing home, our senior living advisors can help. The term “nursing home” is often used interchangeably with assisted living or other senior housing options; but a nursing home is a skilled nursing facility for individuals with serious, debilitating short- or long-term health issues. So even the best nursing homes in Forge Ridge, TN may not be right for seniors who don’t require round-the-clock care.

We can help you determine if a skilled nursing facility in Forge Ridge or another care type is right for you. Browse 81 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Forge Ridge.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Noetown, Wallsend and Stony Fork Junction.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Avondale, Dotson and Williams Mill.

Nursing Homes Facilities near Forge Ridge, TN

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Last Updated: 2/21/25
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Provides: Assisted 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.
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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.
Heritage Assisted Living is an assisted living community that provides care for seniors who are looking to live in Knoxville, TN. This community is located in a great city that provides residents and visitors with great views of natural beauty. This city offers many entertainment options,...
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Cost of nursing homes in Forge Ridge, TN

The average cost of senior living in Forge Ridge is $3,600 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Rutledge, TN with an average of $3,082 per month.

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Forge Ridge, TN vs. nearby cities

Forge Ridge, TN
$3,600/mo
$3,515/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Forge Ridge, TN vs. the state and national average

Forge Ridge, TN
$3,600/mo
U.S. national average
$4,761/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Forge Ridge vs. other types of senior living

$3,513/mo
Nursing Homes
$3,600/mo

Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Forge Ridge, TN by room type

Semi-Private
$3,489/mo
Studio
$4,426/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,673/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,790/mo

Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about nursing homes in Forge Ridge

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Forge Ridge

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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South High Senior Living in Knoxville, TN

5.0
South high senior living has been an enormous blessing in our family's life. Going through a very difficult transition with our mom just following losing our dad, the staff and facility have done everything in their power to ease the transition and allow our mom to thrive! Thank you!

Forge Ridge nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Forge Ridge nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Forge Ridge, 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 Forge Ridge nursing homes

Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Forge Ridge that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Forge Ridge, TNNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
35.8%
2.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
24.5%
9.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
69.8%
25.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
69.8%
26.5%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
45.3%
9.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
22.6%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
67.9%
22.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
37.7%
6.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
45.3%
17.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Forge Ridge nursing homes

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 Forge Ridge Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Forge Ridge, TNNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
37.7%
3.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
20.8%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
28.3%
5.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
11.3%
1.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Forge Ridge nursing homes

Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Forge Ridge partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Forge Ridge, TNNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
22.6%
0.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
22.6%
1.3%
No sugar
No sugar
24.5%
1.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
24.5%
3.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Forge Ridge nursing homes

Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Forge Ridge communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Forge Ridge, TNNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
15.1%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
20.8%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
18.9%
0.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
3.8%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Forge Ridge nursing homes

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Forge Ridge offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Forge Ridge, TNNational
Activity director
Activity director
28.3%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
20.8%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
18.9%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
39.6%
6.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
28.3%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
41.5%
6.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
26.4%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
20.8%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
22.6%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
30.2%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
28.3%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
18.9%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
7.5%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
30.2%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

The Pointe at Lifespring, Trinity Hills of Knoxville and Wellington Manor Assisted Living are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Forge Ridge, Tennessee. See full list of communities.

There are 81 nursing homes facilities near Forge Ridge, Tennessee. See the full list.

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