The 10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Chattanooga, TN

Located in a residential neighborhood on the east side of Chattanooga, Elmcroft of Hamilton Place gives seniors the security of 24-hour support in quiet, homelike environment. We've included Elmcroft of Hamilton Place among our top 10 assisted facilities in Chattanooga for its innovative signature programs. The community's Walking Tall program provides residents with training and tools to reduce fall risks, and the groundbreaking Second Wind Dreams program assists seniors in fulfilling lifelong dreams, whether it's performing onstage or reuniting with an old friend. Residents enjoy restaurant-style dining, and Elmcroft's Port of Call events bring global cuisine home with special menus each month.

Elmcroft of Shallowford is a comfortable senior living community that provides assisted living, memory care and respite care. Located in a quiet neighborhood just outside Chattanooga, the Elmcroft at Shallowford offers 24-hour resident care and an array of interesting activities and programs. Residents can choose a homelike studio, suite, or one or two-bedroom apartment. We included Elmcroft of Shallowford in our 10 best list because the community offers four signature life enrichment programs: Vitality Club, a health and wellness program; Walking Tall, to increase awareness about falling; Second Wind Dreams, which inspires seniors to achieve lifelong goals and create new experiences; and Chronicles, a special memory care program.

Manorhouse Assisted Living and Memory Care is a senior retirement community in Chattanooga. With its stately white columns, hanging ferns, immaculate courtyard and beautiful grounds, Manorhouse creates a traditional Southern ambiance for its residents and visitors. Manorhouse residents enjoy three chef-planned meals each day, plus snacks and beverages, in the comfortable dining area or in the privacy of their own rooms. A parlor, library, multiple activity rooms and other shared areas encourage seniors to form friendships and stay active. The Levels of Care program invites residents to pay only for the services they need, allowing them to age in place should their needs change over time.

Founded in 1983, Martin Boyd Christian Home has been serving seniors in the Chattanooga area for more than 30 years. Originally started by members of the local area Churches of Christ, Martin Boyd Christian home is designed to be a cost-effective solution for senior residents who desire assisted living or memory care services. Each resident receives an individualized care plan based on their needs, three daily meals in the dining room and a comfortable, private studio apartment, as well as any extra daily care they need. Amenities include an on-site hair salon, a walking track, a multipurpose room for activities and programs, a gazebo and two outdoor gardens to enjoy.

The Terrace at Mountain Creek offers supportive services in a family-oriented setting. A professional staff is available to help seniors with the activities of daily living, letting residents experience continued independence. Residents enjoy tableside service at mealtimes, and menus include global fare and homestyle favorites. We featured The Terrace at Mountain Creek on our list of Chattanooga's best assisted living facilities because of its exclusive senior lifestyle programs. Among its six unique programs are the Dimensions wellness program, which embraces six areas of wellness through exercise, spiritual gatherings and educational opportunities, and the Expressions concierge service, which helps residents make reservations or place orders.

Conveniently located near Hamilton Place Mall and Interstate 75, Morning Pointe of Chattanooga at Shallowford has a calendar packed full of activities for seniors to enjoy throughout the week, including games, music, Wii sports, tai chi, yoga, cooking, gardening and book clubs. Residents can also take advantage of computer classes to learn more about technology and how it can help them stay in touch with family and friends, and visiting guests are allowed at mealtimes. Seniors at Morning Pointe of Chattanooga at Shallowford enjoy many amenities, including a fitness room, a coffee shop, a beauty and barber shop, a library, Wi-Fi access and cable TV.

With its beautiful grounds and plentiful amenities, Hickory Valley combines a carefree, active lifestyle with the security of 24-hour assisted living services. The facility promotes physical fitness through instructor-led classes in the community's exercise room. Residents can also stay active with wellness activities, which include yoga and walking groups. Hickory Valley seniors enjoy restaurant-style meals in the facility's elegant dining room, and entrees are designed by a registered dietitian. The community includes a library, a beauty salon and comfortable lounge areas where residents can chat with neighbors. A charming courtyard is available for seniors who enjoy spending time outdoors.

Close to shopping centers and local eateries and easily accessible to downtown Chattanooga, The Health Care Center at Standifer Place is an assisted living facility that also provides long-term care, memory care and rehabilitation services. Studio apartments include kitchenettes, and room service is available for residents who don't want to cook. The beautiful campus includes a courtyard where seniors can walk or sit and chat with friends, and religious services are available for those who wish to continue to follow their faith. Other on-site amenities at the Health Care Center at Standifer Place include a fitness room, a theater room, a garden and patio space and a party area.

Located between the Highwood and Dale Acres neighborhoods and just a few miles from the Tennessee River, Brookdale Hixson has modern decor but still gives residents a comforting, homelike feel. Guests are allowed for overnight stays and during mealtimes, and this facility is also pet-friendly. There's a greenhouse and a gardening area for residents with a green thumb, and inside seniors can enjoy the fireplace in the living room or the shared piano. Brookdale Hixson has 24-hour security in place throughout the property so seniors can rest easy and families know that their loved ones are safe.

Morning Pointe of Hixson is a senior living community in Hixson, a quiet suburb of Chattanooga. Located near Northgate Mall, Morning Pointe boasts a twenty-acre property featuring a single-level facility with 53 assisted living apartments. Residents can choose from multiple floor plans including studio, one-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments. The facility also has 16 apartments in The Lantern, Morning Pointe's memory care program and an Alzheimer's Center of Excellence, which is located in a separate, secure wing of the building. Residents enjoy restaurant-style meals featuring farm-to-table produce in the opulent dining room. Recurring activities provide entertainment and a comfortable, reassuring routine for residents.