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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Bell County, KY
Assisted living costs in Bell County average about $3,610 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 23 communities in Bell County. Our detailed directory has 192 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses.
As you explore assisted living near you, you may also want to consider assisted living options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Tazewell, Harlan and Ewing.
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38 reviews
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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9.3
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47 reviews
I like the fact that the caregivers are kind and patient, the decor is lovely, and comfortable, and it smells clean. Of course there is always room for improvement. But I have no complaints.
Provides: Memory Care
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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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45 reviews
The sweet little house look of the memory care building. I would absolutely recommend this community to other families based on the experience we have had so far
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.
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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8.6
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20 reviews
What we like the most about TerraBella Morristown is their extremely courteous staff! Caring and thoughtful. Facility is well maintained. Everyone is available to answer questions and provide care and...
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.
Built on a hilltop with the Great Smokey Mountains, Cherokee Lake and Douglas Lake as a scenic backdrop, TerraBella Morristown is the perfect choice for you or your loved one who appreciates both the small-town hospitality and the beauty our area is known for. Minutes from historic downtown...
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I took my loved one here from another facility and it is a very good place. The workers are great and the place is very clean. I would highly recommend Charter.
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.
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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
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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.
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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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....
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.
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.
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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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.
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.
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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While my mother was here everything was actually excellent. I was very pleased with the staff, the nurses, and the food services. Since we had a specific budget this facility didn’t have a base fee then...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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.
Situated on 9 beautiful acres of land in the heart of downtown, Regency Retirement Village offers all the warmth of small town living with access to all Morristown has to offer. The lovely community offers Independent Living and Assisted Living apartments, as well as The Renaissance...
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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We chose Signature Lifestyles because of the location as well as the value for the money. The room sizes here are really good, she just moved up a size from the studio. They have been good with communication...
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.
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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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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My Dad was 87 years old when he moved into the Darby House after my Mom passed away. He loved living there. He found the staff very friendly and helpful and enjoyed having some independence, although he...
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.
Darby House is located in Jefferson City, Tennessee - a lovely community centered around the scenic campus of Carson-Newman College. Situated near the center of town with its shopping malls, supermarkets, churches and its access to Carson-Newman Campus; Darby House is especially convenient for...
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.
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.
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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Cost of assisted living in Bell County, KY
The average cost of senior living in Bell County is $3,610 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Hyden, KY with an average of $2,600 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Bell County, KY vs. nearby counties
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Bell County, KY vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Bell County vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Bell County, KY by room type
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Bell County, KY
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What families are saying about assisted living in Bell County
Recent reviews for assisted living in Bell County
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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Wellington Manor Knoxville
5.0
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 your loved one and they adapt each activity if needed. The nursing staff is prompt, kind ...
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Morning Pointe of Powell
3.9
The facilities are beautiful and the activities provided for the residents are top notch. The facility is always clean; however, there is to be weekly cleaning of the resident's apartments which include the bathroom, dusting, and vacuuming, unfortunately I have only experienced the floor being ...
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Bell County review score based on 44 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 44 reviews of 22 Bell County assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Bell County review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living 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
Bell County review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Bell County assisted living
When assisted living 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 44 reviews of 22 Bell County assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Bell County resident and family assisted living 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.Bell County, KY averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.6
4.5
Friendliness
4.7
4.6
Care services
4.5
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.5
Meals & dining
4.3
4.1
Activities
4.3
4.1
Value for cost*
4.2
4.1
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Bell County assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Bell County assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Bell 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 Bell County assisted living
Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Bell County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Bell County, KYNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
40.9%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
27.3%
33.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
54.5%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
22.7%
29.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
50%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
45.5%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Bell County assisted living
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 Bell County Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Bell County, KYNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
45.5%
51.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
22.7%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
27.3%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
9.1%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Bell County assisted living
Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Bell County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Bell County, KYNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
27.3%
26.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
22.7%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
27.3%
36.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
36.4%
35.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
13.6%
14.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Bell County assisted living
Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Bell County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Bell County, KYNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
13.6%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
18.2%
41.8%
Room service
Room service
18.2%
35.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
4.5%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Bell County assisted 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 assisted living communities in Bell County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Bell County, KYNational
Activity director
Activity director
27.3%
45.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
18.2%
30.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
13.6%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
27.3%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
54.5%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
27.3%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
22.7%
34.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
22.7%
37.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
27.3%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
27.3%
46.4%
Dances
Dances
18.2%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
18.2%
24.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
22.7%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in Bell County
Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Kentucky assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Bell County protect seniors.
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Assisted Living in Cities Near Bell County
- Tazewell, Tennessee
- Harlan, Kentucky
- Ewing, Virginia
- Lily Grove, Tennessee
- Valley Creek, Tennessee
- Lot, Kentucky
- Yellow Creek, Kentucky
- Middlesborough, Kentucky
- Cumberland Gap, Tennessee
- Edds Mill, Virginia
- Clear Creek Springs, Kentucky
- Pineville, Kentucky
- Blanche, Kentucky
- Helton, Kentucky
- Erose, Kentucky
- Wilton, Kentucky
- Gray, Kentucky
- Dishman Springs, Kentucky
- New Tazewell, Tennessee
- Speedwell, Tennessee
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