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For care matching and assessment, use the Senior Atlas assessment. For questions about a specific facility's license, services or current availability, contact the facility directly and verify licensing through Tennessee's official facility search.
Start the Care AssessmentFrequently Asked Questions
How do I start the senior care assessment?
Use the SeniorAtlas.org assessment link provided on this site.
Can this site tell me whether a facility has an opening today?
No. Current availability must be confirmed directly with the facility.
Can this site provide an exact assisted-living quote?
No. Communities should provide current, itemized quotes based on the resident's care needs.
Where can I verify a Tennessee facility license?
Use the Tennessee Health Facilities Commission's official Health Care Facilities search.
Can this site determine whether someone qualifies for TennCare?
No. TennCare or an authorized program representative must determine eligibility.
Can I rely on online ratings alone?
No. Ratings can help with initial research, but they should be combined with facility verification, tours and care-fit questions.
Should I contact facilities directly before visiting?
Yes. Confirm services, availability, tour times and whether the community can support the resident's current needs.
What information should I have ready when calling a community?
Have a basic summary of mobility, medication, memory, personal-care needs, budget and desired move timing.
Can this site give medical advice about dementia or mobility?
No. Clinical decisions should be discussed with qualified healthcare professionals.
Can I use this site for emergency placement?
The site can help organize questions, but urgent care situations require direct contact with providers, hospitals, care coordinators or appropriate emergency services.
Why do pages link to SeniorAtlas.org?
SeniorAtlas.org is used as the external assessment destination for organizing senior-care needs and next steps.
What is the safest way to use this site's facility lists?
Treat them as research starting points, then verify services, pricing, availability and Tennessee facility status independently.