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Mercer is home to many senior care options, including nursing homes. The term “nursing home” is often used as a catchall for any type of senior care. But it can also refer to actual nursing homes, or skilled nursing facilities, which provide the highest level of medical and rehabilitative care outside of a hospital. Of the 60 nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care communities in Mercer, the best fit for your loved one will depend on their budget and needs. The cost of nursing home care in Mercer is about $4,190, but costs tend to increase as care needs increase.

To learn more, browse our 722 reviews and explore the services and amenities available in your area. You may also consider nearby communities such as Stanton, Dancyville and Yum Yum.

 

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Great experience. Dedicated staff. No turnover in have seen. Its always clean & smells nice. Plenty of stuff to do for those who choose to participate. Food is good quality with nice dining experience. Room...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
At Shelby Gardens Place, a pet friendly senior living community, we provide a veteran supported environment through thoughtful, compassionate assistance with their daily routine, while respecting their independence. We develop individual care plans to meet the needs of each resident, and a...
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Staff is very friendly and accommodating. They communicate with me well and I can always call with questions. It's nice to see Dad socializing with the staff and other residents.
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.
Opened in July 2016, Hearthside of Bartlett is a licensed Assisted Living community in Bartlett, Tennessee.
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Not the newest facility but one of the most efficient and best managed I could have possibly imagined. Snow and ice everywhere except here where all paved streets and sidewalks have been cleared for two...
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.
Germantown Plantation is a combination independent living and assisted living community with luxury apartments which face a three-story atrium. Rents are month-to-month with no buy-in fees and includes a 30 day move out option. Meals are prepared by an award winning chef and are served restaurant...
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The care is awesome! The food is healthy and delicious, the rooms, including the bedrooms and bathrooms are sunny, bright with large windows, and the rooms are a very good size, as are the closets. The...
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.
Senior living is about living life your way, with fewer everyday worries and more time for what you enjoy. At StoryPoint Cordova, independent living, assisted living, and memory care offer a welcoming lifestyle that feels comfortable, engaging, and full of possibilities.Independent living offers...
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I would love to tell you all about [name removed]. She was so kind and caring and assisted every need we asked her for she has a great passion for what she does and makes my dad feel so loved comfortable and...
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.
West Hill of Collierville is located in the town of Collierville, Tennessee, a suburb located in the Memphis, Tennessee metropolitan area.West Hill of Collierville offers its residents a quiet and quaint atmosphere with the luxury of being thirty minutes away from the exciting Blues and BBQ of...
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They were extremely helpful. I live here in California and was managing everything for my cousin in Tennessee. I couldn't have done it without the kindness and professionalism from Bridget at Brookdale.
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.
All the Comforts of HomeNo one should be forced to choose between quality care and a rich and full life, which is why you will love being a resident at our independent and assisted living community in Jackson, Tennessee. You can enjoy peace of mind knowing our team will always be available to...
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The family and I are very pleased with the Care of my sister. She is treated as family by all the staff. Many activities every week. Holidays and birthdays are always celebrated with events. Food is...
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.
Photo of Charter Senior Living of Jackson
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Food is good. Facility is clean and nice. Staff has been great so far. She loves her apartment now. Struggled with timely communication early on, and not all of the staff was made aware that she has...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
At Charter Senior Living of Jackson, we offer the warmth of home, exceptional services and truly inspiring support. Whether it is assistance with personal care such as dressing, bathing or medication oversight or ensuring each resident enjoys an active, fun-filled day, we help residents gain a...
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The staff is professional and friendly. All of the workers seem to truly their jobs. There are not a lot of activities right now, but they are making plans to have more frequent activities based on the...
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.
Central to Country Cottages' mission is ~CareSteps~, the customized personal service program that provides just the right kind of help at the right time. Individualized services include: Nurse supervised, 24 hour staff attention ~CareSteps~ personal care plan Three homestyle meals daily Planned...
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The staff is caring and accommodating. Clean. Mom loves it, so that's really all that matters. I would 1000% recommend them to others who are searching for a place for their loved one. The intake director...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
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Photo of American House Bartlett
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The staff was wonderful. Everyone that interacted with my Mom was patient and kind. Mom enjoyed most of their food. The cleaning staff was always visible in the facility when I was there and they did a great...
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.
Providing Assisted Living in the Bartlett area near great shopping and dining and offering a warm, loving environment.
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I was impressed to see the level of knowledge that nurses and caregivers have dealing with residents with dementia and some with behaviors. I know it's a hard job. But it's good to see that our loved ones...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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 Gardens of Germantown is a memory care community with three neighborhoods: each one designed with your loved one in mind. There is also a large living room where all of our residents enjoy and engage with others. Our open-floor concept encourages residents to engage in activities and enjoy...
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I can't say enough about the great care my husband has received at Sugar Creek. The staff provide great care with a genuine dose of love. Service & cake with love is what they provide for resident.
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.
Home away from home . . . that's what residents will find at Sugar Creek Senior Living Community. Located in the heart of beautiful Brownsville, Tennessee, our facility offers assisted living with comfort, companionship and, of course, all the amenities of home. Here we cater to each resident so...
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My mother is having a good experience here. The director is remarkable and will pitch in to work in every position to make the residents happy. I’ve seen her work the kitchen, dining room, and the floor in...
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.
SomerOak Senior Living is located in Somerville, TN. This assisted living community provides the best care to seniors who are looking to call Somerville their home. A part of Fayette County, Somerville offers much to do and see. Residents and their guests enjoy spending time at Davis Square and...
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The staff are pleasant and attentive. The nursing staff respond quickly. The food looks and smells great. There seems to be a variety of options day to day. The room is on the smaller side it seems we just...
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.
Harmony at Morning Grove offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care in a welcoming community.Our newly opened community offers modern apartments, inviting spaces, and a full calendar of activities, life here feels easy and engaging.Here, a close-knit, family-like atmosphere makes...
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I have a family member living there. They recently had a change of ownership and the new owners have made GREAT changes. Staff is the BEST. Take care of residents like their own family because most of the...
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.
The Renley of Collierville is an Assisted Living community in Collierville Tennessee. This is our first location in Tennessee and we are excited to bring our rich heritage for providing senior living to the seniors and their families of Collierville. We would love to have your drop by and see...
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During this Covid season our visits with my Mom, mostly took place through a window in her bedroom or a window in the front lobby. My Mom suffered from dementia and any kind of change was difficult for her...
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.
Alexandria Place, assisted living by Americare, is located right here in Jackson, Tennessee. We offer a gracious lifestyle to area seniors seeking care outside the home. Our quiet setting is just minutes away from health care and shopping. Need an occasional helping hand? Don't want to live...
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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.
When the demands of living in your home require more than you’re willing and able to give on your own, you’ll find a welcome home here at Parkway Cove.Parkway Cove is located in beautiful Covington, TN. Covington has a delightful combination of shopping, dining and recreational activities in a...
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The staff treats residents like family. They are well staffed and residents are allowed to go about their day as they wish. They offer lots of interactive activities. The staff is kind to residents and...
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.
Quail Ridge is an assisted living community in the quaint city of Bartlett, Shelby County, Tennessee. Enjoy our community's courtyard and beautiful grounds. With close proximity to the city of Memphis, the town of Bartlett offers many exciting opportunities for residents and visiting family...
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Things are going pretty well so far.Staff is knowledgable in assisting clients with all levels of memory care issues. Warm and welcoming environment, with secured access which was the most important issue...
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.
When the demands of living in your home require more than you're willing and able to give on your own, you'll find a welcome home here at Schilling Gardens. Schilling Gardens and The Arbors at Schilling Gardens is located in beautiful Collierville, TN. Collierville is one of the most desirable...
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We would rate it a 5+. What we like the most about the community is the sense of family. A caring and loving staff. Each person is treated as an individual and cared for on their personal level with dignity...
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.
Wellington Manor Jackson is located in the quiet suburb of Jackson, Tennessee. Residents enjoy a maintenance-free lifestyle with well-appointed apartments and lots of opportunities for fun and activity. The well-manicured grounds also feature a secure outdoor courtyard, paved walking paths, and...
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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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My brother-in-law who is 90 has just come alive here. He is very social and enjoys being a part of the activities, he went to Prom Nite on Sat. with the other residents. He has settled in and likes his...
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.
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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.
NorthCliff Assisted Living provides seniors with the opportunity to live in a caring and assisted living community in Lexington, TN. This assisted living community is located in a city that is full of great things and near many attractions. Those who spend any time in the city of Lexington will...
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I am really happy with the care thqt my father is receiving here with great. Thestaff is friendly and caring. I like knowing that he is in a clean community. He seems happy with the food and variety. They do...
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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.
This fine, new facility offers the very best in Senior Living. Our caring and supportive staff provides assistance to our residents as needed, while allowing them the privacy they desire. Residents can retire from the stresses of life - bills, cooking, cleaning, repairs, and upkeep and look...

Cost of nursing homes in Mercer, TN

The average cost of senior living in Mercer is $4,190 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Medon, TN with an average of $4,190 per month.

Nursing homes costs in Mercer, TN, vs. state and national averages

Mercer, TN
$4,190/mo
U.S. national average
$5,847/mo

Nursing homes costs in Mercer, TN, vs. other senior living options

$5,197/mo
Nursing Homes
$4,190/mo

Nursing homes costs in Mercer, TN, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,197/mo
Private
$4,530/mo

Senior living costs in Mercer vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 4 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Mercer, TN
Column state: Tennessee
Column national: U.S.
Community typeMercer, TNTennesseeU.S.
Nursing Homes$4,190/mo$4,362/mo$5,847/mo
Assisted Living$4,108/mo$5,215/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$5,197/mo$5,992/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living$2,497/mo$3,063/mo$3,520/mo
Nursing Homes
Mercer, TN:$4,190/mo
Tennessee:$4,362/mo
U.S.:$5,847/mo
Assisted Living
Mercer, TN:$4,108/mo
Tennessee:$5,215/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Mercer, TN:$5,197/mo
Tennessee:$5,992/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Mercer, TN:$2,497/mo
Tennessee:$3,063/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Nursing homes costs in Mercer, TN, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly nursing homes costs have shifted over the past five years in Mercer and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Nursing homes cost trends in Mercer, TN

The table below shows how monthly nursing homes costs in Mercer have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 average costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Mercer, TN$4,942/mo$4,868/mo+1.5%
Tennessee$5,128/mo$4,975/mo+3.1%
National$6,055/mo$5,772/mo+4.9%
Mercer, TN
2024 average cost:$4,942/mo
2023 average cost:$4,868/mo
Percent change:+1.5%
Tennessee
2024 average cost:$5,128/mo
2023 average cost:$4,975/mo
Percent change:+3.1%
National
2024 average cost:$6,055/mo
2023 average cost:$5,772/mo
Percent change:+4.9%
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about nursing homes in Mercer

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Mercer

Heritage Place of Lexington

5.0
An excellent amount of care was given to my father in law in this community. The staff went above and beyond with all the help they gave us. The community was clean and the food was good. It was a very exceptional community. Highly recommended to family and friends.

Regency Retirement Village - Jackson

5.0
My parents are doing so well here in the memory care. The staff makes sure that they take part in the activities, and join them in the dining room and my parents like the food. They have a very nice room together and I know that my parents are safe and that the memory care is well secured. My ...
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Cordova

5.0
Shelby Gardens might not be the newest, fanciest assisted living facility, but it does have the best staff. In fact, they just won a bunch of awards! The staff really care for my mom and look out for her best interests - and she’s not always the easiest to get along with. Shelby Gardens has ...
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Mercer nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Mercer nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Mercer, 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 Mercer nursing homes

Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Mercer that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Mercer, TNNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
40%
2.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
28.3%
9.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
91.7%
23.7%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
91.7%
24%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
45%
10%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
15%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
91.7%
20.4%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
40%
6.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
43.3%
17.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Mercer nursing homes

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 Mercer Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Mercer, TNNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
36.7%
4%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
21.7%
0.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
25%
5.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
10%
1.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Mercer nursing homes

Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Mercer partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Mercer, TNNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
28.3%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
40%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
33.3%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
25%
3.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Mercer nursing homes

Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Mercer communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Mercer, TNNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
8.3%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
33.3%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
20%
0.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
6.7%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Mercer nursing homes

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Mercer offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Mercer, TNNational
Activity director
Activity director
35%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
18.3%
0.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
18.3%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40%
6.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
40%
0.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
41.7%
6.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
35%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
23.3%
0.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
25%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
33.3%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
35%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
16.7%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
13.3%
0.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
33.3%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Shelby Garden Place, Hearthside of Bartlett and Germantown Plantation are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Mercer, Tennessee. See full list of communities.
There are 60 nursing homes facilities near Mercer, Tennessee. See the full list.
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