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The Pinnacle On Schaeffer in Knoxville, TN

The Pinnacle On Schaeffer is an assisted living community in Knoxville, TN.

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The Pinnacle On Schaeffer The Pinnacle On Schaeffer

10520 Waterville Lane, Knoxville, TN 37923

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4.7 from 25 reviews
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Overall Review of The Pinnacle On Schaeffer

common 18 reviews mention this

Caring, responsive caregivers stand out

Caregivers are consistently described as kind, attentive, and responsive to residents’ needs.

Many reviews emphasize peace of mind from a caregiving team residents can count on day to day. Families describe staff who get to know residents personally, treat people with dignity and respect, and respond quickly when questions come up. Several also mention medication help and daily routine support, including regular meals and medication management. One reviewer highlighted how the team stayed engaged as needs increased over time.

common 7 reviews mention this

Meals and dining are a key plus

Residents’ meals are repeatedly described as consistently good and well cared for.

Dining shows up often in reviews, with multiple families praising the quality of the food and how reliably residents can eat. Some reviewers also describe three meals a day and day-to-day meal preparation and service as part of the routine support. While one reviewer said their loved one isn’t always a fan of the food, they also noted they supplement with meals the resident enjoys. Overall, the dining experience comes through as a frequent point of satisfaction.

common 6 reviews mention this

Activities and outings keep days full

The community provides regular activities and outings residents can look forward to.

Several residents and families describe a busy activity calendar, including events and group programs. Reviews also mention outings to different places, plus opportunities to spend time with other residents. One reviewer described how the facility helps fill the day with engagement as needs change, including time outdoors for sunshine and watching wildlife. The overall theme is that residents aren’t limited to staying in their rooms.

common 8 reviews mention this

Clean, well-kept spaces matter to families

Families repeatedly call out a clean, comfortable environment in the community.

Multiple reviews highlight cleanliness and well-maintained conditions, including rooms and common areas. Families also mention a comfortable, secure feel, along with spaces that look clean and modern. A few reviews describe the facility layout positively as well, reinforcing that the environment works for day-to-day living. Even among people who were new to assisted living, cleanliness was part of what helped them feel confident about the move.

How we summarize

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Features

Housing

  • 74 resident community capacity 74 resident community capacity

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living

Amenities

  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Computer center Computer center
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fitness room Fitness room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Gaming room Gaming room
  • Garden Garden
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Small library Small library
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wellness center Wellness center
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • McGhee-Tyson (12 miles away) McGhee-Tyson (12 miles away)
  • Community operated transportation Community operated transportation
  • Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement

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
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Activities

  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Concierge services Concierge services
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Planned day trips Planned day trips
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities

Nearby Places of Interest

Cafes

  • Nick & J's Cafe (0.4 miles)
  • Starbucks (2.7 miles)
  • Starbucks (2.7 miles)
  • Honeybee Coffee (3.2 miles)
  • Starbucks (3.2 miles)
  • Hey Bear Cafe (3.6 miles)
  • Starbucks (4.2 miles)

Restaurants

  • Salsarita's Fresh Cantina (0.9 miles)
  • Firehouse Subs (0.9 miles)
  • Double Dogs (0.9 miles)
  • Zaxby's (0.9 miles)
  • Orange Hat Brewing (1 miles)
  • Corner 16 (1.8 miles)
  • Olive Garden (2.6 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Faith Promise Church (2 miles)
  • Concord United Methodist Church (3.7 miles)
  • Faith Promise Church (3.8 miles)
  • Cedar Springs Presbyterian Church (4 miles)
  • St John Neumann Catholic Church (4.7 miles)
  • Grace Baptist Church (5.1 miles)
  • Fellowship Church Knoxville (5.3 miles)

Parks

  • PetSafe Park (2 miles)
  • Campbell Station Park (3.8 miles)

Physicians

  • Primary Care Of Tennessee (2.4 miles)
  • Field Center for Women's Health (2.9 miles)
  • Westside Gastrointestinal Specialists (3 miles)
  • Summit Medical Center (3.1 miles)
  • Vein Clinics of America (3.1 miles)
  • Trinity Medical Associates (3.2 miles)
  • Knoxville Dermatology Group (3.2 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Walgreens (2.8 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (3 miles)
  • Heartland Apothecary (3.1 miles)
  • Heartland Infusion (3.1 miles)
  • Walgreens (3.1 miles)
  • Walgreens (3.6 miles)
  • Ingles (4.1 miles)

Theaters

  • Regal Pinnacle ScreenX, 4DX, IMAX & RPX (2.9 miles)

Hospitals

  • Turkey Creek Medical Center, Labor And Delivery (2.9 miles)
  • Covenant Health (3.1 miles)

Transportation

  • Enterprise Rent-A-Car (5.3 miles)

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