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Reviewed by Victoria Collier, VA-Accredited Attorney Patriot Angels has helped 29 families in Memphis access the VA benefits they've earned.
Memphis in 4 Numbers
Veteran-Approved Assisted Living in Memphis
The community below is a Patriot Angels partner in Memphis, ready to work with veterans and surviving spouses on VA benefits.
Other Options for Veterans Near Memphis
Compare a few more partner communities a short drive from Memphis.
Memphis Assisted Living Costs and VA Benefits
Assisted living in Memphis averages $6,197 a month, based on NIC MAP data published by Where You Live Matters. That is $352 above the Tennessee median of $5,845 (CareScout 2025). Before applying, review VA’s income and net worth limits so the assisted living bill is counted the right way. In Memphis, as elsewhere, the care level written into the plan moves the price more than the apartment does.
| Benchmark | Per month | Left after up to $3,845 |
|---|---|---|
| Memphis assisted living average | $6,197 | $2,352 |
| Tennessee assisted living median | $5,845 | $2,000 |
| U.S. assisted living median | $6,200 | $2,355 |
| Tennessee in-home care | $5,911 | $2,066 |
Find Out What a Memphis Veteran or Surviving Spouse Could Receive
Assisted living is paid care, which is what Aid & Attendance is for. A Memphis veteran or surviving spouse who needs help with daily activities may qualify for up to $3,845 a month. Our Aid & Attendance application tips cover what VA looks for in a assisted living claim.
Prefer to talk it through? Call (844) 757-3047
Memphis Veterans and Their Families
About 23,827 veterans live in Memphis, and 10,453 of them are 65 or older. Across Shelby County, there are 40,311 veterans, 17,048 of them 65 or older. Figures come from the Census Bureau’s American Community Survey (2020–2024).
Tips for Comparing Memphis Communities
Dementia down the road
This Memphis partner also runs memory care, so a move may not be needed if memory declines.
Care-level pricing
Ask how a Memphis community decides care levels and how much the bill rises with each step.
Visiting distance
A Memphis community near the family member who visits most often usually beats a slightly nicer one farther away.
Read the contract
Ask a Memphis community for its residency agreement early, including notice periods and what triggers a move-out.
Assisted Living in Cities Near Memphis
Widen the search beyond Memphis with these nearby Tennessee cities.
Veteran Families We’ve Helped
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Memphis Assisted Living Questions
Can a Memphis veteran use Aid & Attendance for assisted living?
Yes. A qualifying wartime veteran or surviving spouse in Memphis who needs help with daily activities can receive up to $3,845 a month toward the community’s bill.
What does assisted living cost in Memphis?
About $6,197 a month on average for the Memphis area, based on NIC MAP data published by Where You Live Matters.
How many assisted living partners are in Memphis?
Just one, in Memphis, plus 51 across Tennessee.
Which Memphis communities also offer memory care?
Our Memphis partner does. Look for the Memory Care tag on each card.
Does a Memphis community have to accept VA benefits?
No. Aid & Attendance is paid to the veteran or surviving spouse, so it can go toward the bill at any private Memphis community.
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Related Patriot Angels guides
Looking beyond Memphis? See Assisted Living in Tennessee or the national guide.
