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NHC Health Care in Oak Ridge, TN

NHC Health Care is a nursing home community in Oak Ridge, TN.

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NHC Health Care in Oak Ridge, TN

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NHC Health Care

300 Laboratory Rd., Oak Ridge, TN 37830

To contact a resident: (865) 482-7698

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

3.3 from 55 reviews
5 stars
24
4 stars
8
3 stars
2
2 stars
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1 stars
18

NHC Health Care Costs & Pricing

NHC Health Care presents a competitive pricing structure for its services, particularly when compared to local and state averages. For a semi-private room, the monthly cost is $3,830, which exceeds both Roane County's average of $2,789 and the statewide figure of $3,162. Similarly, the studio accommodation is priced at $4,090 - higher than the county's average of $3,388 and Tennessee's $3,485. While NHC Health Care's rates are above local and state benchmarks, they may reflect the quality of care and range of services provided, positioning them as a premium option within the market.

Floor plansNHC Health CareRoane CountyTennessee
Semi-Private$3,830$2,789$3,162
Studio$4,090$3,388$3,485

Overall Review of NHC Health Care

common 21 reviews mention this

Staff is caring and respectful

Residents and families repeatedly describe staff as kind, respectful, and invested in care.

Many reviewers say the staff treated them with dignity and respect, whether during rehab or longer stays. Multiple mentions highlight communication with families and attentiveness to comfort, goals, and daily needs. Several reviews also credit specific roles—like nursing teams, aides, therapists, social workers, and dietary staff—with being helpful and responsive when asked.

common 7 reviews mention this

Facility cleanliness stands out

Several reviews emphasize the building is consistently clean and well kept.

Cleanliness is a recurring positive point, with reviewers describing rooms as tidy and the overall facility as clean and sanitized. Some mention the building smelled good, and others specifically call out that it was clean even when they were visiting frequently. A few negative reviews raise safety and neglect concerns, but the cleanliness praise still shows up repeatedly across different stays.

caveat 8 reviews mention this

Food is hit-or-miss

Food quality is inconsistent across reviews, with both positive and negative experiences.

On the positive side, several reviewers describe meals as good, tasty, or delicious, and note dietary staff being friendly or accommodating to preferences. Others report much worse experiences, including complaints about terrible food or meals that did not happen as expected without family support. One reviewer also frames food as part of the weekly cost experience, tying dining to value concerns.

caveat 7 reviews mention this

Staffing and response times worry some

Some residents and families report delays and unsafe feeling care due to staffing levels.

While many reviews praise the care teams, several negative reviews describe long waits for assistance, including delays with basic needs. A few reviewers specifically mention call light or response problems and describe being left without timely help. Others connect these issues to understaffing and resulting safety concerns, including skin breakdown, worsening conditions, or problems with meeting scheduled care.

caveat 3 reviews mention this

Dementia care fit is questioned

Reviews raise concerns that the facility is not well suited for dementia and memory-related needs.

Some reviewers say the community was not equipped to handle dementia behaviors and needs, describing episodes of agitation and fall risk that were managed in ways they disagreed with. Another review notes that dementia care “wasn’t their focus” when touring for options. Together, these accounts suggest families looking for dementia-specific support may want to ask detailed questions before choosing this community.

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Features

Types of Care

  • Skilled Nursing Facility Skilled Nursing Facility

Transportation

  • McGhee-Tyson (20 miles away) McGhee-Tyson (20 miles away)

Nearby Places of Interest

This part of Oak Ridge, Tennessee, offers a variety of healthcare services with multiple physicians' offices, pharmacies, and a sleep disorder center within close proximity. There are also several dining options including fast food restaurants like McDonald's and more upscale choices like Applebee's. Additionally, there are places of worship for various denominations for those seeking spiritual fulfillment. For recreational activities, there are parks nearby such as Milt Dickens Park and PetSafe Park. However, it is important to note that the closest hospitals are located a bit further away. Overall, this area provides convenient access to essential services and amenities for seniors looking to reside in Oak Ridge.

Physicians

  • Tennessee Orthopaedic Clinics (0.2 miles)
  • Dana Rust, DDS (0.2 miles)
  • Oak Ridge Pediatric Clinic (0.4 miles)
  • Parkway Sleep Disorder Center (0.4 miles)
  • Alexander Medical Group (0.5 miles)
  • Dr. Jeff Grabenstein, MD, FAAFP (0.6 miles)
  • Eye Care Optical (1.4 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Munsey Pharmacy (0.2 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (0.9 miles)
  • Walgreens (1 miles)
  • Mac's Pharmacy (6 miles)
  • Mac's LTC Solutions (6 miles)
  • Apple Discount Drugs (7.3 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (8 miles)

Restaurants

  • McDonald's (0.2 miles)
  • Gallo Loco (0.4 miles)
  • Applebee's (0.8 miles)
  • Kume (0.9 miles)
  • El Cantarito Mexican Restaurant (1.2 miles)
  • Aubrey's (1.4 miles)
  • Chick-Fil-A (1.4 miles)

Places of Worship

  • New York Avenue Church of Christ (0.7 miles)
  • Glenwood Baptist Church (1.8 miles)
  • Southern Baptist Convention (4.2 miles)
  • Faith Promise Church (5.7 miles)
  • Southern Baptist Convention (8.8 miles)
  • Grace Baptist Church (9.4 miles)
  • Southern Baptist Convention (9.6 miles)

Cafes

  • Starbucks (1.1 miles)
  • Panera Bread (1.4 miles)
  • Nick & J's Cafe (8 miles)
  • Starbucks (9.7 miles)
  • Starbucks (9.7 miles)
  • Hey Bear Cafe (10.3 miles)
  • Honeybee Coffee (10.5 miles)

Parks

  • Milt Dickens Park (2.1 miles)
  • PetSafe Park (9.5 miles)
  • Coalfield Park (10 miles)
  • Campbell Station Park (10.1 miles)

Hospitals

  • Clinton Dialysis Clinic (8.5 miles)
  • Turkey Creek Medical Center, Labor And Delivery (10.1 miles)
  • Covenant Health (10.7 miles)

Theaters

  • Regal Pinnacle ScreenX, 4DX, IMAX & RPX (9.7 miles)

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