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Aging-in-Place Services in Chattanooga, TN

31,357 seniors in Chattanooga deserve to stay home safely. Find certified contractors for every senior living need - from grab bars to dementia remodels.

31,357 seniors over 65 (Census ACS) Southeast region Temperate climate

Services Available in Chattanooga

Explore all senior living services available in Chattanooga, Tennessee.

31,357 Seniors over 65 in Chattanooga (Census ACS)
17.2% Of population over 65
1968 Median home built year
$7,500 Monthly nursing home cost in TN
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Chattanooga homes built before 1990 were not designed for aging in place. With a median home year of 1968, most Chattanooga homes lack grab bars, accessible bathrooms, and safe entryways. The CDC reports 1 in 4 adults over 65 falls each year - and 3 million fall-related injuries are treated in emergency rooms annually. Don't wait for the fall.

Financial Assistance for Tennessee Seniors

  • Medicaid Waiver: Tennessee CHOICES in Long-Term Care - covers home modifications for qualifying seniors
  • State Grant Program: Tennessee Housing Development Agency HOME Program
  • VA Benefits: Nashville VA Regional Office - eligible veterans may receive full coverage
  • Area Agency on Aging: Tennessee Commission on Aging and Disability

Free: Fall Risk Home Audit Checklist

Walk through every room in your Chattanooga home and identify fall hazards before they cause an $18,658 hospital stay (NCOA).

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Senior population: 65+ estimates from the US Census ACS 5-year data, 2019-2023.