Assisted Living Communities in Lafayette, Tennessee

Lafayette lies to the northeast of Nashville and has about 4,500 residents, roughly 900 of whom are seniors. The city is known for its many locally owned shops and restaurants, providing a small-town atmosphere enjoyed by residents and visitors alike. Seniors here enjoy two local parks, including Key Park, which offers a paved walking path, a pavilion with a grill and picnic tables and playgrounds for visiting grandchildren to enjoy. 

In some cases, seniors who need help with some daily living activities may move to an assisted living facility, which provides housing, meals and supportive services. Lafayette has two facilities within its city limits, and there are two more in nearby Hartsville. Like all assisted living facilities in the state, these facilities are governed by the Tennessee Department of Health.  

• Because Tennessee doesn’t have a standard income tax, seniors only pay federal income tax on retirement income. This may allow them to allot more money in the budget for assisted living services in Lafayette.   
  
• The Lafayette area is home to world-class medical facilities, including Macon County Community Hospital, in the event of medical emergencies or illness.
• Lafayette's overall cost of living is slightly lower than the statewide average and considerably lower than the national average, which may appeal to budget-minded retirees. The city's cost of living is 84.8, versus the statewide average of 87.6 and the national average of 100. 
• While Lafayette's property crime rate is considerably higher than the national average, scoring 44.3 versus the nationwide average of 35.4, the city's violent crime rate is about 4 points lower at 18.1. This may provide peace of mind for some seniors.  
  
• Compared to other Tennessee cities, Lafayette's climate is slightly cooler. Summers are very warm and humid with highs near 90 degrees, but winters are mild with highs in the mid to upper 40s and just 7 inches of snowfall. Seniors may want to find an assisted living facility that offers engaging indoor activities during the hot season. 
  
• Lafayette's air quality is very good, rating 73 out of 100. This is considerably higher than the national average of 58, which may make assisted living here a good option for seniors with respiratory of cardiovascular illnesses. 

Note: Data reported on this page was updated in 2019 and based on the latest 2018 figures.