Southern Oaks Assisted Living in Chattanooga, Tennessee, sits at 7230 Lee Hwy and has built a solid reputation with a 5.0 rating, known especially for caring attention and long-standing staff that know what they're doing, with over 60 years of ownership in the business. The community offers a wide mix of services, so folks will find choices like independent living, assisted living, memory care for those dealing with Alzheimer's or dementia, skilled nursing for long-term needs, home care, adult day services for daytime support, home health care, and even hospice care when the time comes. Staff at Southern Oaks take care to tailor care plans to each resident, making sure personalized support fits individual needs, whether it's daily activities like bathing, dressing, taking medicine, or more complex care, with nurses and a doctor on call plus staff on-site all day and night to keep an eye out. The building is single-story and set up to be easy to get around; people have private apartments and can bring their pets, making things a lot more comforting for some folks, and the community is smoke-free.
Meals come included, they're nutritious, and there are a lot of common spaces inside for residents to gather, with social activities and wellness programs running every week-folks can join exercise classes, games, or outings, and enjoy social events or spiritual gatherings if they like. There's a beautician and beauty and barber services on site, and transportation is provided for medical visits or errands. Southern Oaks keeps things steady and safe, staying up to date with health and safety inspections, and the place feels like family, where friendships can grow and folks can settle in with peace of mind. Staff aim to give residents as much independence as they can while helping with what they can't do alone, and the facility works hard to be a warm, welcoming space where every resident has a voice in their care and gets the support needed for a good life as they age. The community supports those who want to stay active, with plenty of chances to join in, whether that's onsite or out in Chattanooga, and flower arrangements from Chattanooga show up often, brightening up the space. The whole setup keeps daily needs close, so residents don't have to worry about getting from place to place, and the focus always remains on quality care, dignity, and keeping life fulfilling, whether someone's there for a short stay or looking for a new home.