Best Skilled Nursing in Nashville, Tennessee
44 communities found
Nashville lists 44 skilled nursing communities, all residential, with 38 of them rated for an average of 4.2 from 2,962 reviews read. Twelve communities carry Medicare star ratings averaging 3.3, with three at five stars and one at one star. Only one community publishes pricing, at $5,000 a month, and one accepts Medicaid.
- 44communities
- 4.2average rating, 38 rated
- 2,962family reviews read
Clarendale at Bellevue Place
Nashville, Tennessee
4.9(187)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care+2 more
Mary Queen of Angels Assisted
Nashville, Tennessee
4.9(106)
Home care · no referral needed
Home Instead
Nashville, Tennessee
4.7(289)
Home care · no referral needed
Comfort Keepers Home Care
Nashville, Tennessee
4.8(33)
Home care · no referral needed
Abe’s Garden Community
Nashville, Tennessee
4.7(41)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care+1 more
Knowles Home Assisted Living
Nashville, Tennessee
4.7(38)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Morningside of Belmont
Nashville, Tennessee
4.6(48)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care+2 more
Belmont Village Senior Living Green Hills
Nashville, Tennessee
4.6(47)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care+1 more
SOS, Serving Our Seniors
Nashville, Tennessee
5(7)
Home care · no referral needed
American House Brentwood
Nashville, Tennessee
4.6(41)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care+2 more
The St. Paul Senior Living Community
Nashville, Tennessee
4.6(27)
Home care · no referral needed
Sycamores Terrace Senior Apartments
Nashville, Tennessee
4.6(21)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Best-rated skilled nursing in Nashville
Ranked by family rating, weighted by how many families have reviewed each one. No community pays to appear here.
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4.9 (187 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care, Respite / Short-Term Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care0
Families describe a warm, well-run community with attentive staff, praising cleanliness, food quality, and activities, backed by a very high overall rating.
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4.9 (106 reviews)· Assisted Living, At-Home Care, Memory Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care0
Reviewers describe an exceptionally clean, welcoming Catholic community with warm, long-tenured staff, good food, and a secure, homelike memory care neighborhood.
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4.7 (289 reviews)· At-Home Care, Memory Care, Respite / Short-Term Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care0
Reviews are largely positive, with families praising caregivers by name, though some describe no-show caregivers and billing problems.
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4.8 (33 reviews)· At-Home Care, Independent Living, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Families describe a responsive, compassionate agency with quick communication and caregivers willing to adjust schedules as needs changed.
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4.7 (41 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care0
Most reviewers describe a warm, attentive community focused on dementia and memory care, though one detailed negative review raises serious concerns.
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4.7 (38 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Families describe warm, clean, caring staff, though a few reviewers report concerns about cleanliness, medication handling, and emergency response.
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4.6 (48 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care, Respite / Short-Term Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care0
Families describe a warm, well-run community where staff learn residents' names, praising food and cleanliness, with a few communication lapses noted.
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Belmont Village Senior Living Green Hills
4.6 (47 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care0
Families describe a clean, well-staffed community with attentive caregivers and active programming, though a couple of reviews flag serious concerns.
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5 (7 reviews)· At-Home Care, Memory Care, Respite / Short-Term Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care0
Reviewers consistently praise reliability, compassion, and professionalism, with all five-star reviews noting responsiveness during crises and affordable care.
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4.6 (41 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care, Respite / Short-Term Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care0
Most reviewers describe a warm, family-like community with long-tenured staff and good food, though some note understaffing and inconsistent communication.
What families say about skilled nursing in Nashville
Counted across the review summaries of 44 Nashville communities: the share whose families mention each theme.
Families most often mention caring, attentive staff, noted by 93% of the 44 communities, along with building and grounds (52%), cleanliness (50%), medical and nursing care (48%), and activities and social life (43%). The recurring complaints are staff attitude (52%), staffing levels and turnover (41%), communication with families (39%), and cost and billing (39%).
Praised most
- Caring, attentive staff 93%
- Building and grounds 52%
- Cleanliness 50%
- Medical and nursing care 48%
- Activities and social life 43%
Concerns raised
- Staff attitude 52%
- Staffing levels and turnover 41%
- Communication with families 39%
- Cost and billing 39%
“The staff that helped me during my recovery from a BAD fall was exceptional! Being able to "function again" was because of their care.”
“The director of health services McKenna is very knowledgeable, she answered all of our questions and gave us an amazing tour of the facility. She seems to really love her job and care about the residents.”
“Abe's Garden is such an asset to the greater Nashville community! Everyone is so thoughtful and caring, and there's a real focus on making each day meaningful for the residents. It's a place that truly leads with compassion.”
Skilled Nursing in Nashville: the figures
- •12 nursing homes carry a Medicare star rating, averaging 3.3 out of 5: 5 rated four stars or better, 1 rated one star.
- •Most common amenities: 24-hour staff (43), housekeeping (42), laundry service (41), gathering / activity spaces (39), private rooms (39), social activities (38).
How families pay for skilled nursing in Tennessee
Most families in Tennessee cover the cost of assisted living, memory care and independent living out of pocket, at least at first. This usually means drawing on savings, retirement income and pensions, along with proceeds from selling a home. Long-term care insurance, when a family member holds a policy, can also be applied toward these costs, though the amount and conditions of coverage vary by policy. It's worth reviewing any policy closely before assuming what it will pay for, since some cover only certain levels of care or require a waiting period before benefits begin.
The full picture for the state: Skilled Nursing in Tennessee.
Skilled Nursing near Nashville
Cities within about 35 miles with senior living inventory, and how families rate it.
| City | Communities | RatingAverage rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brentwood7.6 mi | 24 | 4.7 / 5 | 7.6 mi |
| Madison10.2 mi | 6 | 4 / 5 | 10.2 mi |
| Hermitage10.6 mi | 8 | 4.1 / 5 | 10.6 mi |
| Goodlettsville13.8 mi | 12 | 4.2 / 5 | 13.8 mi |
| Franklin14.2 mi | 18 | 4.4 / 5 | 14.2 mi |
| Mount Juliet15.8 mi | 8 | 4.5 / 5 | 15.8 mi |
| Hendersonville16.6 mi | 14 | 4.7 / 5 | 16.6 mi |
| Smyrna17.8 mi | 13 | 3.9 / 5 | 17.8 mi |
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About these figures
Computed on September 28, 2026 from the 44 communities listed in Nashville, 2,962 public family reviews on Google, Yelp and MyLivingChoice, state licensing records and, for nursing homes, CMS Care Compare. The best-rated list ranks communities by average family rating weighted by how many families have reviewed each one, so a 4.9 from three reviews does not outrank a 4.7 from two hundred. No community pays to appear in the best-rated list or in these figures; sponsored listings in the directory results are marked as such. Figures refresh as listings and reviews change; the written summary was last revised September 24, 2026.
Skilled Nursing in Nashville: Common Questions
How many skilled nursing long term care communities are in Nashville, Tennessee?
MyLivingChoice lists 44 skilled nursing long term care communities in Nashville, Tennessee, each with photos, care details, and reviews from families.
Which skilled nursing long term care communities in Nashville are rated highest?
Based on combined ratings across Google, Yelp, and MyLivingChoice reviews, top-rated options include SOS, Serving Our Seniors (5★, 7 ratings), Clarendale at Bellevue Place (4.9★, 187 ratings), Mary Queen of Angels Assisted (4.9★, 106 ratings).
What types of senior care are available in Nashville?
Beyond skilled nursing long term care, Nashville has skilled nursing / long term care (44 communities), assisted living (39 communities), independent living (32 communities), memory care (29 communities), at-home care (18 communities). Every option is listed with photos, reviews, and contact details.
How do families rate skilled nursing long term care in Nashville?
Families rate Nashville skilled nursing long term care communities 4.2 out of 5 on average, across 2,962 public Google reviews of local communities.
What do families praise, and complain about, in Nashville skilled nursing long term care communities?
Across the review summaries of 44 Nashville communities, the most common praise is caring, attentive staff (mentioned for 93%), building and grounds (mentioned for 52%), cleanliness (mentioned for 50%). The most common concerns are staff attitude (52%), staffing levels and turnover (41%), communication with families (39%).
How do Nashville nursing homes score on Medicare's star ratings?
12 Medicare-certified nursing homes in Nashville carry an overall star rating, averaging 3.3 out of 5. 5 are rated four stars or better and 1 is rated one star. Each listing shows its rating and three years of inspection history from CMS Care Compare.
Prefer to stay home?
Home care agencies serving Nashville bring help to the house: daily living, companionship, and respite for family caregivers.
