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Senior living in Martin, TN

5 senior living communities, including assisted living, memory care, independent living and care homes.

Senior living communities
5
in Martin
Licensed capacity
375
across all 5
Adults 65+
1,189
Census estimate for Martin
Licensed spaces per 1,000 adults 65+
315.4
city total vs. Census 65+ estimate
Within 25 miles
22
of the center of Martin
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Senior living communities near Martin

Counting neighboring towns, there are 22 senior living communities within 25 miles of the center of Martin, 17 more than in Martin itself. Distances are straight-line miles.

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Nearby cities

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Local overview

Senior living in Martin at a glance

There are 5 senior living communities in Martin, TN, according to public records. 3 of the 5 that report their size have 17 to 60 residents.

By licensed capacity

  • 16 residents or fewer0
  • 17 to 60 residents3
  • More than 60 residents2
Size is the licensed capacity on the public record.

Licensing and oversight

How senior living is regulated in Tennessee

In Tennessee, the Tennessee Health Facilities Commission licenses assisted living and other residential care settings. Its public records are the source for the senior living listings on this page.1

Report a problem
Contact the Tennessee Health Facilities Commission about a licensed community, or the Tennessee long-term care ombudsman at (615) 253-54122.

Paying for care

Ways to pay for senior living in Tennessee

Programs that can help, by name. Eligibility rules are set by each program, so confirm with the agency before you plan around one.

Medicaid
The Tennessee Medicaid program can cover long-term care for people who qualify on income, assets and care needs. Which services it covers depends on the program, so ask the state Medicaid agency.3 Medicaid waivers pay for care services, not room and board.4 Tennessee Medicaid agency
Medicare
Medicare does not pay for long-term custodial care or for room and board. It still covers medically necessary care, such as doctor visits, hospital care, home health, hospice and prescriptions.5
Veterans benefits
Wartime veterans and surviving spouses who need help with daily activities may qualify for the VA pension with Aid and Attendance.6 The Tennessee Department of Veterans Services helps with claims (615-741-2345).7
Medicare counseling
Tennessee’s State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) gives unbiased one-on-one help with Medicare and related coverage questions: 1-877-801-0044.8

Local resources

Local help for families in Martin

Official agencies and nonprofit helplines, with phone numbers and links taken from their own directories.

  • Area Agency on Aging

    Aging services for Weakley County9

    1-800-677-1116

    The Eldercare Locator connects you with the Area Agency on Aging that serves Weakley County.

    Website

  • Long-term care ombudsman

    Northwest Tennessee West Tennessee Legal Services2

    731-514-3983

    Free, independent advocate for residents of care facilities in Weakley County.

  • Report abuse or neglect

    Tennessee Adult Protective Services

    888-277-8366

    Adult Protective Services takes reports about adults at risk.

    Website

  • Medicare counseling (SHIP)

    State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP)8

    1-877-801-0044

    Website

  • Veterans benefits

    Tennessee Department of Veterans Services7

    615-741-2345

    Website

  • Medicaid

    Tennessee Medicaid agency3

    Website

  • Dementia support

    Alzheimer’s Association 24/7 Helpline10

    1-800-272-3900

    Find the chapter that serves Tennessee.

    Website

Questions families ask

Frequently asked questions about senior living in Martin

How many senior living communities are in Martin, TN?

WeFoundCare lists 5 senior living communities in Martin, TN, from public licensing and certification records. Within 25 miles of the center of Martin there are 22.

How many residents can senior living communities in Martin serve?

5 of the 5 senior living communities report licensed capacity, for a combined 375 residents. The Census Bureau estimates 1,189 adults age 65 and older live in Martin.

Who licenses senior living in Tennessee?

The Tennessee Health Facilities Commission licenses senior living in Tennessee. You can check a community’s license in the agency’s public records.

Who can help if there is a problem with care in Martin?

The long-term care ombudsman is a free, independent advocate for residents. In Weakley County, call 731-514-3983. To report suspected abuse or neglect, call Tennessee Adult Protective Services at 888-277-8366.

Are there senior living communities near Martin?

Nearby cities with listings include Dresden (2, 9.4 mi), Fulton (3, 12.3 mi), Union City (7, 12.9 mi).

Guides

Guides for families choosing senior living

Other types of care

Other senior care in Martin

Methodology

About this data

How the figures on this page are built. Each number links to its source below.

  • Adults 65+ is the Census Bureau’s 2020–2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimate for Martin (Census place). Census boundaries can differ from the mailing-address city used for listings, so per-1,000 figures are a guide, not a precise rate.11
  • Licensed capacity is the figure on the public record; 5 of 5 senior living communities report it.
  • Distances are straight-line miles from the center of Martin (U.S. Census Bureau place center). “Nearby” means within 25 miles and can include other states.
  • Agency contacts come from each program’s own directory and are checked when we rebuild the data. WeFoundCare does not rate or rank communities.

Sources and references

  1. Tennessee Health Facilities Commission. tn.gov/hfc/publication-and-reports/licensure-reports.html Accessed .
  2. National Long-Term Care Ombudsman Resource Center / National Consumer Voice for Quality Long-Term Care: Find your Long-Term Care Ombudsman. theconsumervoice.org/get-help Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  3. National Association of Medicaid Directors: Medicaid Directors. medicaiddirectors.org/about/medicaid-directors Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  4. 42 CFR §441.310 via LII: Limits on FFP (room and board excluded from HCBS waiver). law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/42/441.310 Accessed Oct 17, 2026.
  5. CMS / Medicare.gov: Long-term care coverage. medicare.gov/coverage/long-term-care Accessed Oct 17, 2026.
  6. U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs: Aid and Attendance benefits and Housebound allowance. va.gov/pension/aid-attendance-housebound Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  7. U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs: State Veterans Affairs Offices. discover.va.gov/external-resources Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  8. SHIP National Technical Assistance Center (funded by the U.S. Administration for Community Living): Find your local SHIP. shiphelp.org/ships Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  9. U.S. Administration for Community Living: Eldercare Locator. eldercare.acl.gov Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  10. Alzheimer’s Association: 24/7 Helpline. alz.org/help-support/resources/helpline Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  11. U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020–2024 5-year estimates, table B01001. data.census.gov/table/ACSDT5Y2024.B01001 Accessed Oct 18, 2026.