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Community overview

South High Senior Living is a locally owned and operated community at 835 Tipton Avenue in Knoxville that offers assisted living and memory care apartments, along with respite care. The community operates in the renovated former South High School building, which has kept its original character while adding modern, energy-efficient features.

Search description

South High Senior Living offers assisted living, memory care and respite care in a renovated historic school building in Knoxville, Tennessee.

Care & support

Assisted living residents have access to licensed 24-hour nursing staff who monitor health care needs and help with personal care and activities of daily living.

Care & support

A partnership with HouseCall Primary Care allows primary care, podiatry and mental health services to be provided in the community.

Care & support

The memory care program serves residents with dementia and Alzheimer's disease, with lower care staff-to-resident ratios and bright, inviting surroundings.

Care & support

Respite care offers furnished suites for stays ranging from a weekend to a month, with the same amenities and services permanent residents have.

Rooms & living spaces

Living spaces include private studio suites with private bathrooms, and utilities are included. Floor plans include private apartments for couples and single rooms.

Everyday life

Weekly linen, housekeeping and laundry services are provided, along with scheduled local transportation for group outings and rides to appointments.

Dining & meals

Residents have three meals a day with a choice of dining options, restaurant-style dining and a private dining room for family meals and special occasions.

Activities & connection

Resident programs focus on socialization, physical and cognitive activity, spiritual practice, creativity and laughter. A wellness program offers classes and exercises for all levels.

Shared spaces & amenities

Community spaces include a piano lounge, activity room, billiards room and a daylight garden.

Location & getting around

The community is a short distance from the University of Tennessee campus and downtown Knoxville, and minutes from Market Square and Ijams Nature Center.