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The 10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Hamilton County, TN for 2025

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What to Consider About Memory Care in Hamilton County

More than 17 percent of Hamilton County's 361,613 residents are age 65 and older. Some of these seniors living in Hamilton County may be a part of the 120,000 Tennessee seniors living with Alzheimer's disease, as reported by the Alzheimer's Association. These seniors have access to nine memory care facilities in Hamilton County. 

Hamilton County's memory care facilities fall into the category of assisted living facilities as defined by the state. The Tennessee Department of Health Board for Licensing Healthcare Facilities licenses and regulates these facilities to ensure they deliver optimal care to seniors. 

Benefits and Drawbacks of Memory Care in

  • Cost of living in the Hamilton County area is lower than the national average. On a scale where 100 represents the national average, Hamilton County's cost of living is 92.2. While housing prices are even lower, healthcare is much higher than the national average to 131. Seniors' families may want to consider these expenses when budgeting for assisted living costs.
  • Seniors and their families living in Hamilton County will experience all four seasons. Winter low temperatures reach the upper 20s, but the area sees just 2 inches of snow every year. Summer highs approach 90 degrees. Hamilton County experiences more rain than the national average as well.
  • Living in Hamilton County may deliver some tax savings for seniors. Tennessee does not have a state income tax. As a result, social security income and other retirement income isn't taxed for seniors living in Hamilton County.
  • Crime rates in Hamilton County are significantly higher than the national average. On a scale where one represents the safest city and 100 represents the most dangerous one, the area's violent crime rate is 82.3 and the property crime rate is 74.5. As a result, seniors' families may want to consider each memory care facility's security measures, such as exterior lighting or security cameras, to ensure their loved one's safety.

Paying for Memory Care in Hamilton County

Memory Care costs in Hamilton County start around $5,307 per month on average, while the nationwide average cost of memory care is $5,694 per month.

It’s important to note that memory care rates in Hamilton County and the surrounding suburbs can vary widely based on factors such as location, the level of care needed, apartment size and the types of amenities offered at each community.

Counties in Tennessee

US

$5,694

Hamilton County

$5,307

Floyd County

$4,746

Gordon County

$4,625

Mcminn County

$4,555

Catoosa County

$3,400

Loudon County

$3,133

Financial Assistance for Memory Care in Hamilton County

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

More Ways to Pay for Memory Care

While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for memory care, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance memory care costs include:

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

For more information about different ways to finance memory care, visit our Memory Care in Tennessee page.

Free Memory Care Resources in Hamilton County

Hamilton County and the surrounding area are home to numerous government agencies and non-profit organizations offering help for seniors searching for or currently residing in a memory care community. These organizations can also provide assistance in a number of other eldercare services such as geriatric care management, elder law advice, estate planning, finding home care and health and wellness programs.

To see a list of free memory care resources in Hamilton County, please visit our Memory Care in Tennessee page.

Memory Care Laws and Regulations in Hamilton County

Hamilton County-area memory care communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all memory care communities in Tennessee are required to follow. Visit our Memory Care in Tennessee page for more information about these laws.

Reviews of Communities Nearby

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Eddie

I visited this facility

Review of Morning Pointe of Hixson

Morning Pointe of Hixson is a nice place. It's a new building. The staff who gave the tour was very nice. The rooms were very nice and clean. The dining area was very nice, too. I don't know...

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Amber

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

Review of Signal Mountain Senior Living

My dad is in Signal Mountain Senior Living's memory care. It's very clean and the lady there is very sweet. She informed me of everything. It seems to be a good community for my dad and they're...

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Claire

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

Review of StoryPoint Chattanooga

Food is great in dining room, not so much in memory care as preparation area needs a lot of attention. Activities are excellent. Communication with staff is subpar. Interior & exterior rooms could...

Provider response

Hi Claire, Thank you for leaving us a review! We are happy to hear you find the activities to be excellent. We want to connect with you directly about the rest of your feedback, as that is the...

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