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Memory care in Union County offers 24-hour care and supervision, trained staff, and specialized activities to accommodate the needs of seniors with Alzheimer’s or dementia. These communities typically offer advanced security features and engaging activities to help ensure residents’ well-being. The cost of memory care in Union County is about $3,495 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 14 communities, read 231 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

As you explore memory care near you, you may also want to consider options in areas like  You may also consider nearby communities such as Knoxville, Halls Crossroads and New Tazewell.

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Photo of The Pointe at Lifespring
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9.7
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38 reviews
9.7
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38 reviews
5 star
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We love The Pointe! Every staff member is kind and so helpful. They truly love the residents. It starts at the top with [name removed]who is always out and about demonstrating her kind heart. Nursing staff...
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.
Nestled on a picturesque country ridge in northeast Knoxville, Tennessee, The Pointe at Lifespring offers our residents and their families the utmost in vibrant and comfortable living. Our neighborhood offers you or your loved ones a beautiful blend of privacy, safety, security and community to...
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Photo of Trinity Hills of Knoxville
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9.6
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56 reviews
9.6
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56 reviews
5 star
67%
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23%
3 star
5%
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My mother is currently a resident at Trinity Hills of Knoxville and she loves being there. The facility is very family like. The staff is excellent. The place is spotless and it is very friendly. I would...
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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Photo of Wellington Manor Knoxville
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9.2
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42 reviews
9.2
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42 reviews
5 star
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My father was welcomed here with open arms after his wife past away! They treat you like family here! They have so much compassion for the elderly here! The activities are engaging, fun and stimulating for...
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.
Wellington Manor Knoxville is located in northern Knox County. An inviting, homespun community, much like the surrounding countryside, Wellington Manor Knoxville is home to warm hearts and panoramic views of Black Oak Ridge. We offer accommodations for those who may require assistance in their...
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33 Floor plans available
9.0
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42 reviews
9.0
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42 reviews
5 star
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There is always room for improvement. But I visit my sister every week but not on the same day and the facility is always immaculate everyone is very nice they treat my sister well . They try to involve my...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
When in-home care isn't enough, choosing the right care for your loved one is important. Truewood by Merrill, Powell focuses on caring for the individual with programs that can be tailored specifically to your loved one's needs. We are committed to providing a secure environment that promotes...
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Photo of BeeHive Homes of Powell
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8.5
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4 reviews
8.5
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Awesome!Beehive is just so special. Very clean.Very orderly. So caring. Feels like someone's home. Marjorie says she loves living there and never wants to leave.
Provides: Assisted Living
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.
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Photo of Heritage Assisted Living Fountain City Knoxville TN
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8.4
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8 reviews
8.4
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8 reviews
5 star
49%
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38%
3 star
13%
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Overall it has been a very positive experience for my Mom at Heritage Assisted Living Fountain City. The facility is reasonably clean and the staff is very friendly. I believe the care has and continues to...
Provides: Assisted Living
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.
At Heritage Assisted Living in Knoxville Tennessee we pride ourselves in maintaining a charming outdoor common area and gardens where you and your visitors are encouraged to enjoy the very best of the four seasons here in beautiful Eastern Tennessee. Our well-kept campus is convenient to both...
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8.0
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8.0
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Our family absolutely loves the Meadow View Senior Living Community, the staff who helped move our loved one is and help transition we have been able to get to know them on a personal level. Our loved ones...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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.
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.
Home away from home...that's what residents will find at Meadow View Senior Living Community. In the heart of beautiful East Tennessee, our facility will provide a first class worry-free lifestyle for our residents, along with a caring, supportive staff. Residents will be free to choose to...
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Photo of The Courtyards at Knoxville - The Orchards
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7.4
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19 reviews
7.4
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19 reviews
5 star
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3 star
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I would give a 5 in every category, especially the staff, they are super. They are the reason I hesitate to move him to a place with more room, especially outdoor space. It's a little small and I wish there...
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.
Continuum Courtyards is a small, family - style community. We have 16 private rooms. We do accept couples. We have a large sunroom surrounded by three walls of windows, an enclosed yard and a vegetable garden. Our home is set in a residential community and is surrounded by huge old trees. We...
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Photo of Morning Pointe of Powell
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It is a better fit for folks that do not need higher end care needs. Room size were good. Layout was good it in on one level. It is a lot of walking for someone not so mobile. The food is kind of bland. They...
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.
Conveniently located at 7700 Dannaher Drive near North Knoxville Medical Center at Emory Road and Interstate 75, Morning Pointe of Powell is a 55,000 square foot single-level, state-of-the-art assisted living community on ten acres offering 53 spacious apartments with multiple floor plan choices....
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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.
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.
“Elegant Senior Living” is more than just a phrase; at The Flats of Norris it is a concept to a way of life that intertwines with every part of daily life for our residents, their families, and our staff. Elegant Senior Living is a process that enhances the physical, social, mental, and...
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Photo of Lafollette Court Assisted Living Community
Provides: Assisted Living
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.
Photo of The Courtyards at Knoxville - The Gardens
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My aunt lives at The Courtyards in Knoxville. Every time I call and talk with her. She goes on about how amazing the food tastes. She says it's homecooked, always fresh and hot, and how amazing the staff is.
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
We are a secured community that specializes in caring for those with dementia.  Our premises are safe and secure with keypads designed for safe entry and more importantly, safe exits.   We have private and semi-private rooms.  Our rooms are approximately 245 square feet...
Photo of The Courtyards at Knoxville - The Meadows
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Provides: Assisted Living
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.
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Cost of memory care in Union County, TN

The average cost of senior living in Union County is $3,495 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Bean Station, TN with an average of $3,034 per month.

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Union County, TN vs. nearby counties

Union County, TN
$3,495/mo
$3,409/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Union County, TN vs. the state and national average

Union County, TN
$3,495/mo
U.S. national average
$4,815/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Union County vs. other types of senior living

Memory Care
$3,495/mo

Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Union County, TN by room type

Semi-Private
$3,705/mo
Studio
$4,443/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,656/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,790/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in Union County over time

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What families are saying about memory care in Union County

Recent reviews for memory care in Union County

The Pointe at Lifespring in Knoxville, TN

5.0
My mother in law (90) spent the last 2 1/2 years of her life in care at The Pointe at Lifespring. She received the kindest, most loving and thoughtful care we could have ever asked for or imagined right up until her passing on [date removed]. She was treated with dignity and respect, and cared ...
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Windsor Ridge in Knoxville, TN

4.8
We selected Windsor Ridge over others that we saw because the level of care they offered was necessary. We also chose this location to due proximity and our experience meeting with their team. The staff have been quite responsive and helpful whenever we have needed anything.

Emory Ridge in Powell, TN

4.4
Emory Ridge is a very nice facility, but like all others, it is pricey. The location is great and very convenient for me. I would recommend to others looking.

Union County review score based on 60 family reviews

8.7
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This proprietary review score is based on 60 reviews of 13 Union County memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Union County 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

Union County review score compared against nearby cities

8.7
Union County, TN13 facilities
8.8
Maynardville, TN18 facilities
8.7
Luttrell, TN19 facilities

Review subcategories for Union County 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 60 reviews of 13 Union County memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Union County 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.
Union County, TN averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.6
4.4
Friendliness
4.7
4.5
Care services
4.5
4.2
Staff
4.6
4.4
Meals & dining
4.3
4.0
Activities
4.4
3.9
Value for cost*
4.3
4.0
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Union County memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Union County memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Union County, 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 Union County 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 Union County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
53.8%
65.1%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
61.5%
47.9%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.4%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
76.9%
71.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
38.5%
28.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.6%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
61.5%
61.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
69.2%
72.4%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Union County 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 Union County Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Union County, TNNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
53.8%
73.9%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
30.8%
45.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
53.8%
70.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
30.8%
26.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Union County 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 Union County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Union County, TNNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
30.8%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
30.8%
44%
No sugar
No sugar
30.8%
41.1%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
38.5%
49.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
23.1%
16.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Union County 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 Union County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Union County, TNNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
30.8%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
30.8%
39.4%
Room service
Room service
30.8%
36.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
7.7%
22.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Union County 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 Union County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Union County, TNNational
Activity director
Activity director
38.5%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
46.2%
33.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
30.8%
27.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
69.2%
54.1%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
38.5%
51.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
76.9%
60.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
30.8%
39.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
30.8%
34.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
46.2%
35.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
53.8%
46.9%
Live performances
Live performances
38.5%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
30.8%
30.7%
Fitness center
Fitness center
7.7%
21.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
53.8%
46%
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Frequently Asked Questions

The Pointe at Lifespring, Trinity Hills of Knoxville and Wellington Manor Knoxville are the top-rated memory care facilities near Union County, Tennessee. See full list of communities.

There are 14 memory care facilities near Union County, Tennessee. See the full list.

The 14 memory care facilities near you in Union County, Tennessee typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Union County, 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 Union County, 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 Union County, Tennessee ranges from $145 to $7760. The average Memory Care cost in Union County, Tennessee is $3,495. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Union County, Tennessee typically starts at $145. 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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