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As a suburb of Memphis, Bartlett offers a slower pace and quieter lifestyle than the bustling city center. It is home to a slightly higher senior population (16.8%) than the nationwide median of 16.5%. Residents of Bartlett can take advantage of its sunny summers and temperate winters that make outdoor attractions such as the Wolf River Greenway easily accessible year-round. The area also has a wide variety of cultural attractions, such as the Old Millington Winery or Davies Manor Plantation, a historic site and museum. Music fans have quick access to downtown Memphis, a cultural center for blues and rock music that is home to the Blues Hall of Fame and Elvis Presley’s Graceland mansion.
Assisted living in Bartlett costs an average of $4,391 per month, although actual prices can vary depending on the location and range of amenities available. The state’s lack of tax on retirement and Social Security income makes it financially friendly toward retirees.
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In Bartlett, assisted living costs an average of $4,391. This price is slightly higher than the national median of $4,300 as well as the state average of $4,039. Tennessee has some of the highest assisted living prices in the region, with North Carolina averaging $3,800 and Georgia being an even more affordable $3,500.
Assisted living costs in Tennessee can vary widely, and prices in Bartlett are some of the highest. It’s beaten only by Chattanooga, which has an average assisted living price of $4,515. Costs are lower in capital city Nashville, which averages $3,720. In the state’s eastern corner, Kingsport averages $4,200. Nearby Morristown has the lowest assisted living prices in the state, at $3,435. Prices in Clarksville are close to on par with the state average, at $4,190.
Note: Data for Bartlett was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Memphis, was used instead.
Residents of assisted living communities in Bartlett may be eligible for the TennCare CHOICES program. This can help cover the costs of personal care, homemaking and medication management as well as assistive technology and emergency call systems. Visit our Assisted Living in Tennessee page to learn more about this program and its application process.
| Contact | Description | |
| Aging Commission of the Mid-South | (901) 222-4111 | As the local Area Agency on Aging, this body offers information and assistance to seniors and disabled adults in West Tennessee. Social workers are available to provide public benefits counseling, and volunteer ombudsmen protect assisted living residents from neglect and exploitation. Nutritional counseling can help seniors adjust their diets to manage chronic conditions such as diabetes, and personal emergency response systems offer peace of mind in case of a fall or injury. |
| Bartlett Senior Center | (901) 385-6439 | Operated by the City of Bartlett, this senior center offers entertainment and enrichment activities designed for adults ages 50 and over. Members have access to a gym with weights and workout equipment, a library, a billiards room and a computer lab. Fitness classes, including Zumba, dance and yoga help elders stay active while writing, quilting and scrapbooking classes provide opportunities for socialization and relaxation. |
| Memphis Vet Center | (901) 522-3950 | This federal organization supports veterans and their families with a variety of services. Financial assistance is available for housing, education and medical care, and mental health initiatives include individual and group counseling. An employment training and placement program is available here, as are referrals to VA health care. |
| Bartlett Lions Club | (901) 451-9393 | This nonprofit is dedicated to improving the health of families and elders throughout West Tennessee. Seniors can access free eye and hearing exams as well as free medical equipment such as glasses and hearing aids. With help from the community, the Lions Club also helps local seniors get cataract surgery at no cost. |
| Memphis Area Legal Services | (901) 523-8822 | Seniors and low-income or disabled adults can get free advice and representation for a variety of civil matters. Areas of practice include wills, powers of attorney and elder abuse as well as financial exploitation and public benefits access. This organization can also help with evictions, housing disputes and income tax issues. |
Bartlett’s assisted living communities must conform to the senior care regulations laid out by the Tennessee Department of Health’s Office of Health Care Facilities. To learn more about these laws, visit our Assisted Living in Tennessee page.
