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Assisted Living Communities in Oak Ridge, Tennessee

Oak Ridge sits west of Knoxville, near Melton Lake Park in northeast Tennessee. Including surrounding neighborhoods, the area hosts 63 assisted living communities. In 2024, residents of these...

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The Cost of Assisted Living in Oak Ridge, TN and Nearby Cities

With a median rate of $4,825, Oak Ridge features relatively moderate assisted living prices. Analysis from the Genworth 2024 Cost of Care Survey shows that local communities charge approximately $525 less than those in Chattanooga. Conversely, Oak Ridge's prices rank $1,375 higher than Clarksville's, emphasizing the importance of comparing rates before choosing a facility.

Oak Ridge

$4,825

Tennessee

$4,900

United States

$5,350

Clarksville

$3,450

Chattanooga

$5,350

Kingsport

$4,599

Paying for Assisted Living in Oak Ridge

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Oak Ridge

The TennCare CHOICES program, part of the Tennessee Medicaid program, can help qualified seniors pay for the cost of assisted living in Oak Ridge. Seniors must already be on Medicaid to qualify.

Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Tennessee page.

More Ways to Pay for Assisted Living

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:

  • Veterans Benefits
  • Life Insurance Policy
  • Long-Term Care Insurance
  • Reverse Mortgage

For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Tennessee page.

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Living in Oak Ridge, TN

Assisted living residents in Oak Ridge pay around $4,825 per month. Those receiving adult day health care incur significantly lower fees, at about $1,679. However, this care option only includes daytime supervision and doesn't account for housing costs. On the other hand, nursing home residents pay the city's highest senior care rates of approximately $8,410. Meanwhile, older adults who opt for home health care pay roughly $5,434 per month, making assisted living one of Oak Ridge's most economical senior care options.

Home Health Care

$5,434

Adult Day Health Care

$1,679

Assisted Living Facility

$4,825

Nursing Home Facility (semi-private room)

$8,410

Note: Since data for Oak Ridge is unavailable, we used data for the nearest city, Knoxville, instead.

Free Assisted Living Resources in Oak Ridge

Seniors can take advantage of many resources in the Oak Ridge area, including ones that can help them find the right fit for assisted living and provide ways to pay for health care. Many of these organizations offer services free of charge for the elderly.

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Tennessee Office of the Long Term Care OmbudsmanRepresentatives of this office advocate for the interests of residents of assisted living and other long-term care communities. They investigate complaints filed by residents or by families of residents. Ombudsmen also help seniors and families find the right assisted living community for their needs, offering unbiased assessments of each one and helping with the application process. The organization also advocates for resident rights and quality of care in these communities.
Anderson County Veterans Office(865) 463-6803Military veterans and their surviving spouses may receive assistance filing claims with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs and appealing decisions this agency makes. The Veterans Office also provides transportation to the local VA Clinic and hosts support group meetings on-site. Veterans may also receive help applying for the Aid & Attendance benefit, which can help pay for assisted living costs.
Anderson County Office on Aging Services(865) 457-5400The Anderson County Office on Aging administers several programs intended to enhance the lives of the elderly. Agents of the organization can help seniors apply for benefits they're eligible for, including health care and Social Security. Other services include health screenings and nutritional assistance and providing for those who need essential items such as glasses, cell phones, hearing aids and housing.
Oak Ridge Senior Center(865) 425-3999Seniors can gather at the Oak Ridge Senior Center to play games, attend gentle fitness classes, or find a hobby group to explore a new interest. The Center is open to all residents 50 years of age or older and hosts weekday luncheons and special events.
Oak Ridge Transit | ETHRA Public Transit(865) 482-2785The ETHRA is a door-to-door public transit service for anyone who requires assistance. These shuttles operate from Monday through Saturday from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Handicapped accommodations are available. Reservations are required for shuttle service.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Oak Ridge

Oak Ridge-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.

Reviews of Communities Nearby

Assisted Living

Chris

I am/was a resident of this facility

Review of The Groves at Oak Ridge

I am a resident of The Groves at Oak Ridge. We've had two restaurant managers since I've been here. The one that left did a much better job. I don't have any complaints about the facility. They...

Provider response

Hello Chris, thank you for taking the time to leave a review for our community. We appreciate your kind words and will consider your remarks on food service for improvement.

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Assisted Living

Deborah

I visited this facility

Review of Viva Senior Living at Oak Ridge

I went to look and I thought they were all excellent. They had a lot of activity. The few staff members that I met were very nice and friendly. I saw one room, and it was okay. It was not...

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Assisted Living

Gerald

I visited this facility

Review of Alexander Guest House

At Alexander Guest House, the memory care was segregated from the rest of the place. The outside architecture was quite nice except the memory care part was more like a simple concrete box. The...

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