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The cost of independent living in Shooks Gap is about $3,369 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 12 options. Read 134 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.

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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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Close to where I live and work and the price was within my mother's budget. The facility is clean and well kept. The staff is friendly and accommodating. My mom is happy there!
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.
This newly renovated senior living community offers Independent and Assisted Living options within 6 spaciously designed Villas for apartment-style living. At South Knoxville Senior Living, we redefine senior living. Our apartment-style Villas liberate residents from the burdens and expenses of...
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The thing that I find most endearing is the family atmosphere. We feel like a big family and love each other accordingly. We enjoy our flower gardens and the fellowship we have when tending them. We enjoy...
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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I would recommend. Friendly staff who really cares about the residents, whether Assisted Living or Memory Care. Trinity does send out questionnaires periodically and families can address any issues at that...
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.
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.
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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.
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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What I like about Renaissance Terrace is it's relatively small, so the residents get a lot of individualized attention. It's also a non-profit, so they're driven by their mission statement as opposed to a...
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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Cost of independent living in Shooks Gap, TN

The average cost of senior living in Shooks Gap is $3,369 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Blaine, TN with an average of $2,891 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Shooks Gap, TN vs. nearby cities

Shooks Gap, TN
$3,369/mo
$3,469/mo
$3,452/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Shooks Gap, TN vs. the state and national average

Shooks Gap, TN
$3,369/mo
U.S. national average
$4,130/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Shooks Gap vs. other types of senior living

$3,863/mo
Independent Living
$3,369/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Shooks Gap, TN by room type

Semi-Private
$3,750/mo
Studio
$3,900/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,098/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,825/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Shooks Gap over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Shooks Gap

Recent reviews for independent living in Shooks Gap

The Pointe at Lifespring Senior Living 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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Charter Senior Living of Jefferson City

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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Shooks Gap independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Shooks Gap independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Shooks Gap, 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 Shooks Gap 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 Shooks Gap partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
50%
21%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50%
35.3%
No sugar
No sugar
50%
31.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
50%
34.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
25%
10.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Shooks Gap 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 Shooks Gap communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Shooks Gap, TNNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
50%
37.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
37.5%
44.5%
Room service
Room service
50%
37.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
25%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Shooks Gap 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 Shooks Gap offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
62.5%
46%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25%
28.9%
Community service programs
Community service programs
37.5%
33.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
48.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
62.5%
50%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
62.5%
55.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
62.5%
43.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
62.5%
39%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
50%
42.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
62.5%
48.3%
Live performances
Live performances
62.5%
47.8%
Dances
Dances
37.5%
33.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
12.5%
40.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
62.5%
47.4%
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Park Place of Fountain City, StoryPoint Knoxville West and Knoxville Landing are the top-rated independent living facilities near Shooks Gap, Tennessee. See full list of communities.

There are 12 independent living facilities near Shooks Gap, Tennessee. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Shooks Gap, Tennessee are Park Place of Fountain City and StoryPoint Knoxville West. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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