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Memory care in Mecca offers 24-hour care and supervision, trained staff, and specialized activities to accommodate the needs of seniors with Alzheimer’s or dementia. These communities typically offer advanced security features and engaging activities to help ensure residents’ well-being. The cost of memory care in Mecca is about $4,016 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 103 communities, read 1603 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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They are very good to me here. The aides treat me good and are very nice to me. The rooms are huge, and I have a private room with a nice size bathroom and shower.
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Lazy-R Personal Care Lazy-R Personal Care is a well-established senior living community located in the quaint town of Blairsville, Georgia. This small town has loads of charm and is a warm and welcoming town. Lazy-R is easily accessed just off of Highway 15. Nearby is the southern cuisine Fatz...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
The Health Center at Standifer Place is a unique, comprehensive facility. From Independent Living, to Assisted Living, to compassionate Hospice care, HCSP provides options for successive stages of life and changing levels of ability. Residents have convenient access to services on the journey...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Our mom has lived at Shannondale Assisted Living for about 4 years. While her mind and body have declined during her 90 years, we find peace in the fact that she is so happy everyday. The staff at...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Beautiful facility with a band new exquisite wing adding 20 suites. Staff is wonderful, caring & attentive. I’ve had experience with other properties who look great in appearance and talk it up in the tour,...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Autumn Care Assisted Living Autumn Care Assisted Living is an assisted living community taking care of seniors and is nestled among the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains in Knoxville, Tennessee. Our assisted living community has beautiful outdoor patio and garden areas that give our...
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Overall it's very good. The cost is fine. I think the aides and the medical people could have a lot of improvement. I think they have some really good people, and then they have some who are not as good. ...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Martin Boyd Christian Home was founded in 1984 by the local Churches of Christ. The original facility opened with 9 residents and 10 employees and has grown to house over 100 residents with a staff of over 50. The facility has grown to include 3 levels of care ranging from assisted care to...
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
At Standifer Place, the abilities and individual requirements of each resident are assessed prior to admission. The goal is to provide each resident with the assistance necessary to remain safe and healthy while encouraging independence and activity. Residents get personalized care at an...
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I have visited this community over the past 4 years and I have not felt more welcome than I do now! The community smells clean and the residents are always smiling. Just go to their Facebook page and you...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Memory Care
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Heritage Assisted Living is an assisted living community that provides care for seniors who are looking to live in Knoxville, TN. This community is located in a great city that provides residents and visitors with great views of natural beauty. This city offers many entertainment options,...

Cost of memory care in Mecca, TN

The average cost of senior living in Mecca is $4,016 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Sweetwater, TN with an average of $3,645 per month.

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Mecca, TN vs. nearby cities

Mecca, TN
$4,016/mo
$3,988/mo
$4,025/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Mecca, TN vs. the state and national average

Mecca, TN
$4,016/mo
U.S. national average
$4,905/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Mecca vs. other types of senior living

Memory Care
$4,016/mo

Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Mecca, TN by room type

Semi-Private
$3,934/mo
Studio
$4,673/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,483/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,513/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in Mecca over time

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What families are saying about memory care in Mecca

Recent reviews for memory care in Mecca

River Oaks Place - Loudon

5.0
I've enjoyed all the times I've been here.

Morning Pointe of Chattanooga at Shallowford

5.0
I absolutely love it and my Dad seems to like it. I love the staff and they have been great for my Dad. He has adjusted extremely well. He feels like this is his home. He is really happy with the food there.

Northshore Heights - Knoxville

5.0
The Northshore Heights community is a top notch facility, the staff are absolutely wonderful to work with. They give 5 stars across the board, they are always on top of it. We have been there while our loved one is eating and she never has any complaints to say. Based on our overall experience ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Warm and welcoming staff. Reviews consistently express appreciation for the friendly and attentive staff at various communities, such as Brookdale Mount Vernon Drive, where they are described as going 'above and beyond' to ensure residents are happy and well-cared for. Families at Brookdale Mount Vernon Drive and St ...
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Variety of engaging activities. Communities like Dominion Senior Living of Athens and Blue Ridge Assisted Living and Memory Care offer numerous activities tailored to residents' interests, including arts and crafts, gardening, movie nights, and field trips. These opportunities help keep residents engaged and socially activ ...
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Beautifully maintained facilities. Reviews often praise the cleanliness and aesthetics of communities, such as Concord Place and Clover Hill Senior Living, where residents enjoy spending time in well-kept common areas, refreshed rooms, and attractive outdoor spaces.
Individualized care and attention. Residents at various communities, including The Courtyards at Oak Ridge and American House West Knoxville, have reported feeling well cared for, with staff members paying close attention to their unique needs and ensuring their daily care is met with kindness and compassion.
Thoughtfully designed community layout. Many families have commented on the thoughtful layouts of communities, like South High Senior Living and Brookdale Mount Vernon Drive, which make it easy for residents to move around and feel comfortable in their new surroundings.
Clear and consistent communication. Families at Hayesville House and The Groves at Oak Ridge Assisted Living and Memory Care have noted the importance of clear and ongoing communication between staff and family members, ensuring everyone is informed and involved in the care of their loved one.
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Mecca review score based on 342 family reviews

8.2
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This proprietary review score is based on 342 reviews of 92 Mecca memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Mecca review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how memory care residents and family members rate memory care in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Mecca review score compared against nearby cities

8.2
Mecca, TN92 facilities
8.2
Englewood, TN105 facilities
8.1
Etowah, TN106 facilities

Review subcategories for Mecca memory care

When memory care residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 342 reviews of 92 Mecca memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Mecca resident and family memory care satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
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Cleanliness
4.5
4.4
Friendliness
4.6
4.5
Care services
4.2
4.2
Staff
4.4
4.4
Meals & dining
4.1
4.1
Activities
4.1
4.0
Value for cost*
4.2
4.0
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Mecca memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Mecca memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Mecca, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Mecca memory care

Memory care communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of memory care partners in Mecca that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
65.2%
66.1%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
53.3%
48.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
97.8%
82.5%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.9%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
67.4%
72.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
35.9%
29%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97.8%
89.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
58.7%
61.8%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
68.5%
72.5%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Mecca memory care

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Mecca Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
64.1%
74.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
35.9%
46.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
46.7%
70.8%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
18.5%
26.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Mecca memory care

Memory care communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Mecca partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
41.3%
28.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50%
45.6%
No sugar
No sugar
46.7%
42.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
46.7%
51.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
16.3%
20.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Mecca memory care

Our memory care communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Mecca communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
28.3%
32.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
52.2%
40.9%
Room service
Room service
39.1%
38%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
19.6%
23.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Mecca memory care

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered memory care communities in Mecca offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
56.5%
46.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33.7%
34.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
41.3%
29.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
58.7%
54.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
56.5%
52.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
66.3%
61.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
55.4%
40.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
43.5%
36.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
44.6%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
53.3%
48.2%
Live performances
Live performances
54.3%
48.5%
Dances
Dances
39.1%
32.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
23.9%
22.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
53.3%
47.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Sycamore Trace, Brookdale Mount Vernon Drive and StoryPoint Knoxville West are the top-rated memory care facilities near Mecca, Tennessee. See full list of communities.

There are 103 memory care facilities near Mecca, Tennessee. See the full list.

The best memory care facilities near you in Mecca, Tennessee are Sycamore Trace, Brookdale Mount Vernon Drive and StoryPoint Knoxville West. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

The 103 memory care facilities near you in Mecca, Tennessee typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Mecca, Tennessee, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.

Browse A Place for Mom’s listings for memory care in Mecca, Tennessee, to take a virtual tour. Our local senior living experts can arrange for a live tour of these communities as well.

The cost of memory care facilities in Mecca, Tennessee ranges from $145 to $7995. The average Memory Care cost in Mecca, Tennessee is $4,016. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Mecca, Tennessee typically starts at $145. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.

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