Best Skilled Nursing in Nashville, Tennessee
37 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.
- 37communities
- 4.2average rating, 31 rated
- 2,302family reviews read
Clarendale West End
Nashville, Tennessee
5(79)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care+1 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
SOS, Serving Our Seniors
Nashville, Tennessee
5(7)
Home care · no referral needed
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
Leah Rose Residence
Nashville, Tennessee
4.4(66)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Advanced Health Care Of Nashville
Nashville, Tennessee
4.4(49)
Medicare home health · 3.0★
From $5,000/moBarton House Memory Care
Nashville, Tennessee
4.4(35)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care+1 more
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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5 (79 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Clarendale West End in Nashville offers both assisted living and independent living, and it holds a perfect 5-star average across 57 Google reviews. Beyond that rating, no detailed review comments or amenity information…
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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.
- 6
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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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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The St. Paul Senior Living Community
4.6 (27 reviews)· Assisted Living, At-Home Care, Independent Living, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care0
Most reviewers describe The St. Paul as a warm, close-knit independent living community in Nashville with attentive, caring staff and residents who form lasting friendships. Ratings are overwhelmingly positive, though…
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Sycamores Terrace Senior Apartments
4.6 (21 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care0
Sycamores Terrace is an income-based senior apartment community in Nashville with a long track record and a strong overall reputation among residents. Reviewers consistently praise the cleanliness, safety measures,…
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4.4 (66 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care0
Leah Rose Residence is a HUD-income-restricted independent living high-rise in Nashville, popular with seniors and their families for its affordable rent, security, and skyline views. Reviewers consistently praise the…
What families say about skilled nursing in Nashville
Counted across the review summaries of 37 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 89%
- Medical and nursing care 51%
- Building and grounds 51%
- Cleanliness 46%
- Activities and social life 41%
Concerns raised
- Cost and billing 49%
- Staff attitude 46%
- Communication with families 43%
- Staffing levels and turnover 38%
“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.”
“Family Members enjoy living at MQA, residents are friendly and Staff Personnel are quite attentive to the needs of my Family Members.”
“My dad has been at Barton House for several years and we are very pleased at the level of care he receives. We appreciate very much all that Angela, Robyn and Mia, and all the other wonderful staff do for him every day. If we have a special concern, they are always very attentive to his needs.”
Skilled Nursing in Nashville: the figures
- •11 nursing homes carry a Medicare star rating, averaging 3.6 out of 5: 6 rated four stars or better, 1 rated one star.
- •Most common amenities: 24-hour staff (36), housekeeping (35), laundry service (34), gathering / activity spaces (32), private rooms (32), social activities (31).
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brentwood7.5 mi | 24 | 4.7 / 5 | 7.5 mi |
| Madison10.4 mi | 6 | 4 / 5 | 10.4 mi |
| Hermitage10.8 mi | 8 | 4.1 / 5 | 10.8 mi |
| Franklin14 mi | 18 | 4.4 / 5 | 14 mi |
| Goodlettsville14 mi | 12 | 4.2 / 5 | 14 mi |
| Mount Juliet15.9 mi | 8 | 4.5 / 5 | 15.9 mi |
| Hendersonville16.8 mi | 14 | 4.7 / 5 | 16.8 mi |
| Smyrna17.8 mi | 13 | 3.9 / 5 | 17.8 mi |
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About these figures
Computed on November 12, 2026 from the 37 communities listed in Nashville, 2,302 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 and partner 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.
Reading on this
Guides from MyLivingChoice that families in Nashville ask about.
- Home Care in Tennessee: Agencies, Medicare Home Health Ratings, and What It Costs
- Nursing Home vs. Assisted Living: Which Level of Care Does Your Loved One Actually Need?
- What to Expect from Daily Life in a Skilled Nursing Home?
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Skilled Nursing in Nashville: Common Questions
How many skilled nursing long term care communities are in Nashville, Tennessee?
MyLivingChoice lists 37 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 Clarendale West End (5★, 79 ratings), SOS, Serving Our Seniors (5★, 7 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 assisted living (36 communities), independent living (25 communities), memory care (27 communities), skilled nursing / long term care (37 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 2,302 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 37 Nashville communities, the most common praise is caring, attentive staff (mentioned for 89%), medical and nursing care (mentioned for 51%), building and grounds (mentioned for 51%). The most common concerns are cost and billing (49%), staff attitude (46%), communication with families (43%).
How do Nashville nursing homes score on Medicare's star ratings?
11 Medicare-certified nursing homes in Nashville carry an overall star rating, averaging 3.6 out of 5. 6 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.
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