American House Hamilton Place in Chattanooga, TN

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American House Hamilton Place in Chattanooga, TN

American House Hamilton Place is an assisted living and memory care community in Chattanooga, TN.

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1502 Gunbarrel Road, Chattanooga, TN 37421

For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318

4.5 from 84 reviews
5 stars
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4 stars
18
3 stars
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2 stars
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1 stars
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American House Hamilton Place Costs & Pricing

American House Hamilton Place presents a competitive pricing structure for its residents when compared to both Hamilton County and the broader state of Tennessee. For instance, the monthly cost for a studio at American House is $4,400, which notably exceeds the county average of $2,945 and the state average of $3,485. Similarly, the one-bedroom option is priced at $6,110, significantly higher than both local and state averages - $3,350 in Hamilton County and $3,592 across Tennessee. These figures suggest that while American House Hamilton Place may offer enhanced amenities or services that justify its premium pricing, prospective residents should carefully consider their budget in relation to available alternatives within the region.

Floor plansAmerican House Hamilton PlaceHamilton CountyTennessee
Studio$4,400$2,945$3,485
1 Bedroom$6,110$3,350$3,592

Overall Review of American House Hamilton Place

differentiator 4 reviews mention this

Memory care feels specialized

Residents describe a smaller, more contained memory care experience with dedicated spaces and programming.

Multiple reviews mention the memory care wing or unit as a distinct area, not just an add-on. One reviewer liked that there were two memory care units with small resident groups, and described activity spaces within the unit. Another reviewer preferred the option to start in assisted living and move to the memory care wing without changing facilities if needs increase. A separate review also described memory care as homey and quiet.

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Caring staff is a standout

Reviews repeatedly highlight staff who are kind, attentive, and responsive to both residents and families.

Across reviews, residents and families consistently describe staff as caring and supportive, with attentive help for day-to-day needs. Several reviewers mention quick communication when questions or concerns come up, and that staff follow up as needed. A few reviews also describe special attention to individual preferences or health needs, including the way staff handle medication timing and assistance with daily routines. Even where reviews note room for improvement, most still describe staff as friendly and dedicated.

caveat 5 reviews mention this

Dining is good but uneven

Dining reviews are mixed, with praise for quality and separate concerns about food consistency and special diets.

Some reviewers praise the food quality, including positive comments about meals being tasty and staff working to meet special dietary needs. Others say the food can be lacking or inconsistent, with specific complaints about vegetable texture and meal choice. There are also comments that beverages and dining options can be limited in certain situations. Overall, dining satisfaction varies depending on the person and what they receive.

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Night staffing draws complaints

Some reviews raise concerns about staffing levels, especially during nighttime hours.

While many reviews describe attentive care, a few residents or families report feeling that staffing is not sufficient, particularly at night. The concerns include delays in responding to resident needs and difficulty getting the level of support required. Related reviews also mention not enough nurses at night and understaffing within the dementia-focused unit. These complaints stand out because they contrast with the broader praise for responsiveness.

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Activities are available, with limits

Reviews describe regular activities and social options, though some say engagement can depend on timing.

Many reviews mention activities taking place in the community, including games, church services, and resident gatherings. Some reviewers like that there are outings and a variety of programming, and a few describe specific activity favorites. A couple of reviews, however, say activity levels were less noticeable during their visit or that engagement could be better for memory care. Overall, activities seem present, but how lively the experience feels can vary.

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Features

Housing

  • 49 resident community capacity 49 resident community capacity
  • 1-bedroom apartments 1-bedroom apartments
  • Studio apartments Studio apartments

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living
  • Memory Care Memory Care
  • Skilled Nursing Facility Skilled Nursing Facility

Pets

  • Cats allowed Cats allowed
  • Dogs allowed Dogs allowed

Amenities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Beautician on-site Beautician on-site
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Devotional services off-site Devotional services off-site
  • Devotional services on-site Devotional services on-site
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Garden Garden
  • Ground floor units Ground floor units
  • Handicap accessible Handicap accessible
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Indoor common areas Indoor common areas
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Laundry Laundry
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor common areas Outdoor common areas
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Party space Party space
  • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
  • Respite or short term stays offered Respite or short term stays offered
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Lovell (3 miles away) Lovell (3 miles away)
  • Transportation & parking Transportation & parking

Care Services

  • 24-hour call system 24-hour call system
  • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
  • Ambulatory care Ambulatory care
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • Coordination with health care providers Coordination with health care providers
  • Dementia waiver Dementia waiver
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Diabetic care Diabetic care
  • Hospice waiver Hospice waiver
  • Incontinence care Incontinence care
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Mild cognitive impairment Mild cognitive impairment
  • Physical therapy Physical therapy
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Specialized memory care programming Specialized memory care programming
  • Transportation arrangement (medical) Transportation arrangement (medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Gluten-free Gluten-free
  • Guest meals Guest meals
  • International cuisine International cuisine
  • Low / no sodium Low / no sodium
  • Meals provided Meals provided
  • No Sugar No Sugar
  • Professional chef Professional chef
  • Restaurant style dining Restaurant style dining
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Special dining programs Special dining programs
  • Vegan Vegan
  • Vegetarian Vegetarian

Activities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Art classes Art classes
  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Cooking classes Cooking classes
  • Day trips and outings Day trips and outings
  • Devotional activities offsite Devotional activities offsite
  • Devotional activities on-site Devotional activities on-site
  • Educational speakers / life long learning Educational speakers / life long learning
  • Karaoke Karaoke
  • Live musical performances Live musical performances
  • Live well programs Live well programs
  • Protestant services Protestant services
  • Religious services Religious services
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities
  • Visiting chaplain or priest Visiting chaplain or priest

Languages Spoken

  • English English

Nearby Places of Interest

This part of Chattanooga, Tennessee, offers a convenient and bustling community with a variety of amenities nearby. With several reputable physicians, hospitals, and pharmacies within close proximity, residents can easily access healthcare services. There are also plenty of dining options ranging from fast-food chains like Little Caesars Pizza and Chick-Fil-A to sit-down restaurants like Abuelo's Mexican Restaurant. Those who enjoy a good cup of coffee can visit cafes like Panera Bread and Starbucks for a relaxing break. For leisure activities, residents can visit East Brainerd Heritage Park or catch a movie at Regal Hamilton Place theater. Additionally, there are several places of worship in the area for spiritual fulfillment. Overall, this neighborhood provides a well-rounded living experience with convenient access to essential services and entertainment options.

Physicians

  • Spa 101-Carlton M Vollberg DO PC (0.1 miles)
  • Advanced Pain Care, PC (0.2 miles)
  • Johnson Audiology (0.2 miles)
  • Center For Sports Medicine (0.2 miles)
  • Dr Gandhi & DrDoshi (0.3 miles)
  • Galen Medical Group (0.3 miles)
  • The Allergy And Asthma Group (0.3 miles)

Hospitals

  • Cleveland Imaging (0.3 miles)
  • Atrium Imaging Center (0.9 miles)
  • Galen of Tennessee (3.4 miles)

Restaurants

  • Little Caesars Pizza (0.3 miles)
  • Zaxby's (0.4 miles)
  • Chick-Fil-A (0.5 miles)
  • Taco Bell (0.6 miles)
  • Bruster's Ice Cream (0.8 miles)
  • McDonald's (1.1 miles)
  • Abuelo's Mexican Restaurant (1.1 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Moore & King Pharmacy (0.3 miles)
  • Designer Drugs (0.8 miles)
  • ""Walmart Stores"" (1.1 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (1.7 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.7 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.1 miles)
  • Food City #214 (2.7 miles)

Cafes

  • Panera Bread (0.6 miles)
  • Starbucks (1.1 miles)
  • Lola Beans Coffee (1.5 miles)
  • Starbucks (1.7 miles)
  • Starbucks (2.8 miles)
  • Starbucks (3 miles)

Parks

  • East Brainerd Heritage Park (0.9 miles)

Theaters

  • Regal Hamilton Place (1.1 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Ridgedale Baptist Church (1.2 miles)
  • Christ United Methodist Church (1.9 miles)
  • New Covenant Fellowship Church (3.5 miles)

Transportation

  • CHA employee lot (2.4 miles)

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