Dominion of Hixson, located in Hixson, Tennessee, is a care facility focused predominantly on memory care, providing services specifically designed for individuals experiencing memory loss. In addition to memory care, it offers assisted living services to enhance the quality of life for its residents. The facility is structured as a memory care-only community, ensuring a secure environment with features specially tailored to support those with cognitive challenges.
Dominion of Hixson offers a range of care services and amenities to support its residents. The facility includes a barber/beauty salon, catering to the grooming needs of the residents and enhancing their well-being. Incontinence care and ambulatory care are among the personal care services provided, helping residents maintain comfort and mobility. Memory care is central to the facility's services, with a secured community layout that accommodates individuals with memory loss through thoughtful design. Residents can enjoy outdoor walking paths, promoting physical activity and outdoor engagement. For residents requiring diabetes care, trained staff assist with blood sugar monitoring and dietary management. Medication management is another critical service, ensuring that residents receive their prescriptions correctly and on time.
The facility's social and community life is enriched through various clubs and communities, fostering interaction and engagement among residents. Despite positive reviews about the staff's compassion and the high quality of the amenities, which include modern features and aesthetic appeal, some feedback highlights areas of concern. These include reports of inadequate care management in some cases and perceived insufficiencies in staffing levels. Additionally, food quality is noted as an area for improvement, with suggestions to expand menu options to include more flexible breakfast choices and dessert options. While some reviews recommend the community for its overall care provision and amenities, potential residents and their families are advised to be aware of the specific service shortfalls that have been observed.
Costs at this community start at $3,837 and range up to $4,275. The average price in the community is $4,056, which is more than the average price in the area of $3,898. The cost of memory care in this area is essentially the same as the cost throughout the state. If the resident needs other services, additional services may increase the monthly cost.