Dominion Senior Living of Bristol in Bristol, Tennessee, is a memory care community that specializes exclusively in the care of individuals living with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias. The facility is designed and secured to meet the unique needs of those experiencing memory loss, featuring both indoor and outdoor walking paths in a safely monitored environment. Dominion Senior Living of Bristol emphasizes a person-centered approach to support residents’ independence and quality of life while addressing safety and cognitive challenges. English is the primary language spoken at the facility, and the campus includes modern amenities such as a barber and beauty salon and dedicated spaces for wellness activities including yoga and chair yoga.

The medical and care services at Dominion Senior Living of Bristol center around memory care, with staff trained to manage cognitive decline and related psychiatric issues. The community provides full assistance with bathing and toileting, standby supervision for eating, and some physical assistance for dressing. Comprehensive medication management is available, catering particularly to the complex needs associated with both dementia and co-occurring chronic conditions, including diabetes care and incontinence care. Residents have access to ambulatory care, and arrangements can be made for on-site visits from an optometrist. Dominion Senior Living operates as a secured memory care-only community, ensuring that residents receive care in an environment specifically designed for memory loss.

Residents benefit from a structured activities calendar that includes participation in clubs, community events, games, creative arts, social gatherings, outings, and wellness programming. The community’s amenities and programming are tailored to support cognitive health and encourage socialization. Meals are prepared with nutrition and dietary requirements in mind, accommodating a variety of health needs and preferences.

Complimentary transportation services are provided by Dominion Senior Living of Bristol for both medical appointments and non-medical outings. This service supports residents’ access to external healthcare providers as needed and engagement with the greater community for social, recreational, or errand-related trips.

Feedback from residents and their families consistently emphasizes the facility’s cleanliness, well-maintained grounds, and modern amenities. The quality of care provided by the staff is frequently cited, with families expressing appreciation for attentive, communicative, and compassionate caregivers who promote transparency regarding changes in residents’ status. Support during challenging transitions and peace of mind afforded to families is a commonly referenced benefit. Activities and meals receive positive reviews for their variety and accommodation of special needs. While some families note drawbacks involving costs, location, and the exclusive use of a single medication provider—which has led to occasional delays—overall satisfaction with the specialized memory support, safety measures, and staff performance remains high.

Costs at this community start at $4,200 and range up to $5,300. The average price in the community is $4,500, which is less than the average price in the area of $4,755. 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.