The 10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Clarksville, TN

Fieldstone Place is located on the east side of Clarksville, only minutes from a large shopping area and just off Highway 76 and yet surrounded by green fields and woods. Assisted living residents can choose from five floor plans with varying sizes and setups – with larger apartments with up to two bedrooms available for independent living – and respite care can be arranged in appropriate accommodations. Fieldstone Place earned its position in our top 10 list for its prime location and sheer size, including its large, attractive outdoor areas with resident gardens and secure spaces.

Walking Horse Meadows is a one-story assisted living community with a dedicated memory care unit, located roughly 1 mile from Clarksville Country Club and golf course. Each area is designed to modern standards and best practices, such as multiple secure courtyards, which give all residents quick access to safe, outdoor areas from anywhere in the building. This community has many optional features to help residents settle in, engage with the community and have a happier, healthier time. Features include wellness and enhanced exercise programs, in-house doctor visits, local transportation and group outings.

Jubilee House on Warfield is an impressive, modern assisted living community with a memory care unit. It's just under 2 miles to the Tennova Healthcare Hospital, Interstate 24 and Governor's Square Mall in northeast Clarksville. The large buildings house residents with a variety of floor plans, and there are many bright, open common areas, entertainment rooms and wellness clinics. The Lifelong Learning program brings guest speakers to the community, arranges craft groups and painting, as well as other activities to stimulate creativity and keep residents feeling sharp.

Arcadia Senior Living is in a prime location of Clarksville directly opposite a large hospital and just a few blocks from I-24, and roughly 1 mile from big brand-name stores at the local mall. We included Arcadia in the top 10 list because it's one of few communities in Clarksville that covers the three main levels of care in one location: independent living, assisted living and memory care. Residents can join the group outings to restaurants and shopping, sporting events and local museums.

Dogwood Bend is a mid-size assisted living community located roughly 3 miles from Clarksville city center, near a large variety of retail, fast food and restaurants, as well as the Clarksville Country Club. Short-term and specialized stays are available, and seniors who are still living in their own home can join the adult day club to take advantage of all amenities, meals and personal care from staff.

NHC Dickson manages a large nursing and rehabilitation center in Dickson as well as this separate assisted living community across the road. It's located roughly 30 miles south of Clarksville and just blocks from major roadways. Assisted living residents receive all of the expected services at this level of care, and they also have more access to nursing care, other specialist staff and equipment. The convenience of having high-quality medical care nearby helped earn this community a place in our top 10 list.

Morningside of Springfield in Tennessee provides assisted living in its main building and independent living in detached homes that were purpose-built for senior living. We gave Morningside points for its wide-open dining and common areas that leave plenty of space to navigate freely. Respite and short-term stays are available, which can be useful in the early stages to help potential long-term residents get to know the community before moving in.

Morningside of Hopkinsville is located across the border in Kentucky – roughly 20 miles north of Clarksville – with convenient access to the parkway and bypass. It focuses on assisted living care, with 42 units positioned around the wide courtyard in the center, and extra accommodation is available for short-term stays. Residents are transported to appointments and other errands, and while at home they can visit the beauty salon and activity room.

Springfield Heights is a small senior living community that provides assisted living and dementia care in a relatively peaceful area on the south side of Springfield, Tennessee. NorthCrest Medical Center is just 600 yards away, with its E.R. and many specialists, including neurology, heart and vascular, foot and ankle. This proximity to high-quality health care helps Springfield Heights secure its place in the top 10.

Olive Branch Senior Living is located in Dickson, approximately 30 miles south of Clarksville – with a direct route on major roadways – and 33 miles west of Nashville. It's a large community that is dedicated to assisted living, and it has a good selection of on-site features such as wellness and fitness centers, as well as highly trained staff, including registered dietitians and coordination with trusted local therapy providers or other required care. Olive Branch participates in the Senior Living Ministries program, which provides faith-based outreach to long-term senior care residents.