Bristol sits about two hours northeast of Knoxville, near the Virginia state border. The city hosts 2 assisted living communities, while an additional 44 dwells in surrounding areas. Overall, these communities charge about $4,599 per month in 2024. This amount is less than Tennessee's typical price of $4,900 and the national rate of $5,350.
According to our directory, reviewers give Bristol's assisted living communities an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars stars. Explore 234 reviews reviews below to learn more.
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282 New Hope Drive, Lebanon, VA 24266
4.0
(1 reviews)
"The staff was very friendly and helpfpul. I helped them in the kitchen for two days. The residents have everything they need and could ever want, they are well cared for. The facility is quite large and houses many residents. I got to know some of th..."
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915 Holston Hills Drive, Kingsport, TN 37664
4.0
(5 reviews)
"I toured The Blake at Kingsport. It was a very good tour. The staff was very good and gave us a very thorough tour, and introduced us to some of the other staff. One thing I was impressed with was all their amenities. They got fitness rooms and a hai..."
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3641 MEMORIAL BLVD, Kingsport, TN 37664
3.5
(8 reviews)
"I have never resided in a nursing home before. Right off the bat I knew I was home. I was made to feel comfortable & at home. My room was wonderful, clean and spacious. The staff are fantastic , I feel loved. We enjoy an array of entertainment. A..."
READ MORE1641 HIGHWAY 19E, Elizabethton, TN 37643
3.5
(2 reviews)
"The main reason why I chose this facility is because they provide rehabilitation service and therapy 7 days a week. And I'm really impressed with their therapist. They are really nice and take good care of my mom. We were looking forward that she'll ..."
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791 OLD GRAY STATION ROAD, Gray, TN 37615
3.2
(5 reviews)
"My mother-in-law moved to Life Care Center of Gray. From my experience, the nurses have been very nice and helpful. She's in the memory care unit. They have a good security barcode entry to the door. So, no one can accidentally wander out or any of t..."
READ MORE30077 Hillman Highway, Meadowview, VA 24361
3.0
(2 reviews)
"I am a nurse. I liked that the owners and staff care about the residents. The residents like this place better than others with much older people and drug infested adult homes. Keep up the good work. ..."
READ MORE481 Bradley St Sw, Abingdon, VA 24210
2.5
(2 reviews)
"Abingdon Manor has obviously seen better days, at least as far as the building goes. Some attempt has been made to decorate it, but it needs quite a bit more to make give it a more home-like environment. Of all the staff I encountered there, only one..."
READ MORE482 Bradley St , Abingdon, VA 24210
2.0
(2 reviews)
"We have already placed my sister in Renaissance House. The place is OK, but it is pretty institutional-looking, i.e., not cinder block walls, and not homey. My sister shares a room with someone. It is not very large, but it is OK. This place is sort ..."
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247 Purcell Rd, Lebanon, VA 24266
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READ MORE1504 W Elk Ave, Elizabethton, TN 37643
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READ MORE60 Town & Country Drive, Lebanon, VA 24266
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READ MORE27468 Overbrook Drive, Meadowview, VA 24361
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21573 Green Spring Rd, Abingdon, VA 24211
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READ MORE80 Yahweh Rd, Castlewood, VA 24224
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1300 Bloomingdale Pike, Kingsport, TN 37660
"Welcome to Asbury Center At Steadman Hill! Asbury Place Kingsport is a thriving retirement community in East Tennessee's most beautiful ..."
READ MORE2111 E Lakeview Dr, Johnson City, TN 37601
"The Courtyards at Johnson City - The Orchards is an assisted living community located in Johnson City, Tennessee, a scenic city in the footh..."
READ MORE29255 Walker Ln PO Box 400, Meadowview, VA 24361
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READ MORE2109 E Lakeview Dr, Johnson City, TN 37601
"The Courtyards at Johnson City - The Meadows has a quiet lush setting at the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains in Johnson City, Tennesse..."
READ MORE2000 GREENWAY STREET, Kingsport, TN 37660
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18180 Rich Valley Rd., Abingdon, VA 24210
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READ MOREAccording to the Genworth 2024 Cost of Care Survey, assisted living in Bristol costs about $4,599 per month. This is $751 less than the national median, but seniors can find even lower fees in Morristown, where facilities charge about $3,970. On the other hand, rates are notably higher in Chattanooga, at approximately $5,350 per month.
Bristol
$4,599
Tennessee
$4,900
The United States
$5,350
Knoxville
$4,825
Morristown
$3,970
Chattanooga
$5,350
The state of Tennessee provides financial assistance to eligible seniors via its TennCare program. The program provides healthcare and long-term care to local seniors.Â
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Tennessee page.
While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Tennessee page.
Assisted living in Bristol, costing a median of $4,599 per month, offers a cost-effective option for seniors needing basic assistance with daily activities. It is $168 cheaper than home health care, which provides more intensive, medical support in the home. Additionally, it is $4,480 less expensive than nursing home care, which offers round-the-clock medical supervision and comprehensive care for those with significant health needs, justifying its higher cost.Â
Home Health Care
$4,767
Assisted Living Facility
$4,599
Nursing Home Facility (semi-private room)
$9,079
Bristol and the surrounding area offer a variety of programs and services to help seniors in assisted living facilities. Some of these services include counseling and legal aid, while others provide older adults an opportunity to socialize and stay active within the community.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Tennessee Commission on Aging and Disability | (615) 741-2056 | The Tennessee Commission on Aging and Disability was created by the state general assembly to provide leadership on issues regarding aging. The commission works to bring programs, resources and organizations that preserve the quality of life of older adults in the region. |
| First Tennessee Area Agency on Aging and Disability | (423) 764-1818 | The local area agency on aging provides information on the available programs and services for older adults who reside in the area. The agency offers delivered meals, transportation, legal aid and case management. |
| Tennessee Technology Access Program (TTAP) | (615) 313-5183 | TTAP is a state program that helps seniors locate assistive devices and services to live independent and productive lives. The program also provides training and outreach programs to help seniors become more aware of what’s available and how the products can be used. |
| Tennessee Long-Term Care Ombudsman | (615) 253-5412 | The state long-term care ombudsman listens to concerns and problems that arise in long-term care facilities and works to solve them. These concerns include quality of care, finances, residents’ rights, admissions, transfers and discharge. |
| Slater Community Center | (423) 764-4023 | The first floor of the Slater Community Center is devoted to the senior program division. The building has two cardio rooms, a weight room, billiards and an auditorium. The cafeteria, which is also used as a gathering place for seniors, has three computer workstations and is also used for public meetings and other events. |
Bristol-area assisted living communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all assisted living communities in Tennessee are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Tennessee page for more information about these laws.
Assisted Living
Average in a field of no good options
3.0
Review of American House Bristol
American House is like any typical assisted living in the United States--focused on profit, expensive, not enough staff, and extra charges for many things. It's very discouraging what over $6500 a...
Provider response
Thank you for your feedback. It's always our hope our residents and guests have a pleasant experience with us. When they don't, we want to personally hear about it. Feel free to reach out to our...
Assisted Living
Joann
5.0
Review of American House Bristol
American House Bristol was very, very clean. One thing I did like about it is that it had a courtyard. When you go inside the building, you have a nice lobby area and then you also have doors that...
Provider response
Joann, thank you for taking the time to visit our community! We enjoyed meeting you and hope to welcome you home to American House!
Assisted Living
Sandra
4.0
Review of American House Bristol
My dad is at American House Bristol. He seems to be adjusting well. They seem to be very sensitive and typically are well informed of anything that he needs. I'm very pleased with where he is right...
Provider response
Sandra, thank you for the 4-star review of our community! We really appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback and being so open with us.
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