Holiday Echo Ridge FAQs

Holiday Echo Ridge typically costs between $2,009 to $4,599 per month. Prices vary by apartment size, features and other factors. Residents pay an all-inclusive monthly rate that covers meals, basic utilities, a range of services and amenities and more.

Please note that monthly costs are subject to change. For the most up-to-date pricing information, give the community a call.

Rent at Holiday Echo Ridge includes:

• Meals: Three freshly prepared meals, every day
• Amenities: Game room, library, beauty salon, outdoor courtyard and more
• Services: Housekeeping, light linen services, apartment maintenance and more
• Transportation: Scheduled rides to doctor’s appointments, errand and outings in the Knoxville, TN area
• Utilities: Electricity, water, basic cable and community Wi-Fi
• Activities: Exercise classes, live music, movie nights, resident socials and more

Three daily meals are included in rent at Holiday Echo Ridge in Knoxville, TN.

The following utilities are included in rent at Holiday Echo Ridge:

• Electricity
• Water
• Community Wi-Fi
• Basic cable TV

No, Holiday Echo Ridge does not accept Medicare or Medicaid. The senior living community is private pay only.

Holiday Echo Ridge does not directly offer financial aid programs. However, there are a variety of resources available to help older adults cover senior living expenses, such as:

• 401(k)s, IRAs and pensions
• Veteran benefits
• Insurance policies
• Real estate transactions

For more information, view Holiday’s How to Cover Senior Living Costs article, or contact a financial advisor for personalized assistance.

The average cost of independent senior living in Knoxville, TN is $2,649 per month. Holiday Echo Ridge offers competitive pricing that reflects the comprehensive services and high-quality living experience the community offers.

Holiday Echo Ridge is located in Knoxville, TN – specifically, the West Knoxville area. The senior living community is close to the Downtown West Shopping Center and West Town Mall, offering convenient access to retail and restaurants.

Schedule an appointment to visit Holiday Echo Ridge at 8458 Gleason Drive, Knoxville, TN 37919.

Holiday Echo Ridge is conveniently located near:

• Downtown West Shopping Center: 0.6 miles
• West Town Mall: 1.8 miles
• McKay’s Knoxville: 3.3 miles
• Lakeshore Park: 4.3 miles
• Dead Horse Lake Golf Course: 4.9 miles
• UT Gardens Knoxville: 8 miles
• Knoxville Museum of Art: 9.2 miles
• World’s Fair Park: 9.6 miles
• University of Tennessee: 9.7 miles
• Tennessee Theatre: 9.8 miles
• East Tennessee Historical Society and Museum: 9.8 miles
• Fort Dickerson Park: 10.4 miles
• Knoxville Botanical Garden and Arboretum: 12.4 miles

Yes, Holiday Echo Ridge is located near grocery stores in the Knoxville area, including:

• Target: 1 mile
• Walmart: 1.1 miles
• Sam’s Club: 1.1 miles
• Trader Joe’s: 1.4 miles
• Food City: 1.8 miles
• Kroger Marketplace: 2.7 miles
• ALDI: 2.9 miles
• Whole Foods Market: 3 miles
• The Fresh Market: 5.5 miles
• Costco: 6.8 miles

Yes, Holiday Echo Ridge is located near healthcare facilities in the Research Triangle, such as:

• Fast Pace Health Urgent Care: 3 miles
• Concentra Urgent Care: 3.4 miles
• Parkwest Medical Center: 3.5 miles
• AFC Urgent Care Knoxville: 3.7 miles
• Knoxville Rehabilitation Hospital: 3.8 miles
• MinuteClinic at CVS: 3.9 miles
• Turkey Creek Medical Center: 6.4 miles
• Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center: 9 miles
• University of Tennessee Medical Center: 10.2 miles

Activities for seniors in Knoxville, TN include:

• South Knoxville Senior Center
• John T. O’Connor Senior Center
• Karns Senior Center
• Pilot Family YMCA
• Fairways and Greens Golf Center
• Knox County Public Libraries
• West Town Mall
• West Hills and Bynon Park
• McKay’s Knoxville
• Women's Basketball Hall of Fame
• Knoxville Museum of Art
• Sequoyah Park
• Bijou Theatre

Knoxville, TN is an excellent place for older adults who seek independent senior living. Knoxville offers an array of amenities that independent seniors can enjoy, including parks, golf courses, museums and senior centers. Independent living communities like Holiday Echo Ridge take care of everyday tasks like cooking and cleaning – so seniors can spend their time staying active and engaged by seeing the Vols play at Neyland Stadium, attending a performance at the Bijou Theatre, taking a weekend trip to Great Smoky Mountains National Park and more.

Holiday Echo Ridge offers a variety of senior living amenities and services, including:

• Activity room
• Beauty salon
• Library
• Walking paths
• Patios and balconies
• Housekeeping services
• Beautifully landscaped grounds
• Complimentary scheduled transportation
• Daily exercise classes and fitness equipment
• Instructor-led activities and events
• Maintenance
• Three homestyle meals daily

View the full list on the community’s Amenities & Services page.

Yes, Holiday Echo Ridge allows pets. The community welcomes small pets with certain restrictions. Please contact the community for specific pet policy details.

For a small monthly fee, residents at Holiday Echo Ridge can receive a Lively^® Mobile Plus emergency-response device. This device provides peace of mind that in the event of a fall or other emergency, residents can be connected to help with the push of a button.

Yes, Holiday Echo Ridge offers complimentary transportation services to residents. The community provides scheduled rides to destinations in the Knoxville area, including:

• Doctor’s appointments
• Shopping trips
• Places of worship
• Social outings
• Everyday errands

Community vans and buses are wheelchair accessible. Note that the community provides local transportation services only, typically within a 10-mile radius of the community.

Holiday Echo Ridge offers studio, one- and two-bedroom senior apartments. Visit the community’s Apartments page to explore available floor plans.

All apartments at Holiday Echo Ridge include a kitchenette. There is also a resident kitchen on-site that can be used for meal preparation if desired.

Apartments at Holiday Echo Ridge do not include an in-unit washer and dryer. However, there are laundry facilities on-site that residents can use at their convenience.

Yes, Holiday Echo Ridge has parking on-site for residents and guests, including covered parking options for residents.

Yes, Holiday Echo Ridge is wheelchair accessible. The community also uses wheelchair-accessible vehicles for outings and scheduled transportation.

Holiday Echo Ridge distinguishes itself from other senior living communities through its welcoming atmosphere, robust social calendar and convenient location in West Knoxville. The community is surrounded by the natural beauty of East Tennessee and the Great Smoky Mountains. Additionally, many of the apartments include patios or balconies – providing scenic outdoor views just off the living area.

Through the Engage Life^® program, Holiday Echo Ridge offers a full calendar of daily events and activities. Examples include:

• Live music
• Resident socials
• Exercise classes
• Book clubs
• Group outings
• Trivia
• Card games
• Movie nights
• Worship services

Visit the community’s Events page for more information.

Yes, Holiday Echo Ridge offers daily exercise opportunities. Examples include:

• Yoga
• Walking clubs
• Chair exercises
• Tai Chi
• Cardio and strength-based exercises

View the community’s Events page to learn more.

Holiday Echo Ridge provides three freshly prepared meals per day. Meals are included in the cost of rent.

Residents at Holiday Echo Ridge enjoy freshly prepared meals and table service dining. The communal dining room allows residents to socialize and get to know their neighbors. Meanwhile, a private dining room is also available for special events and family visits.

Meals are served three times a day and included in the cost of rent.

While the community does its best to tailor its menus to individual needs and preferences, please discuss any specific dietary requirements with the staff to determine if those needs can be met.

Independent living is designed for older adults who are active and healthy but looking for a low-maintenance lifestyle in a community setting. Independent living residents enjoy daily opportunities to socialize and stay active – with convenient on-site amenities and services that eliminate the need for:

• Yard work
• Home maintenance
• Cooking
• Housekeeping
• Household repairs
• Transportation

Independent living communities like Holiday Echo Ridge allow residents to spend less time doing daily chores and more time enjoying their retirement.

Holiday Echo Ridge does not provide assisted living. It is an independent living community only. However, residents are welcome to receive support from third-party care providers. This could include having a personal caregiver assist with certain tasks, or having a physical therapist visit to provide services.

At Holiday Echo Ridge, Legacy Healthcare Services is on-site to provide physical, occupational and speech therapies. This means residents can use these services right inside in the community without needing to travel.

Note that all third-party care costs are separate from the cost of rent.

Based on individual needs, residents can hire third-party companies to provide assistance such as:

• Physical therapy
• Occupational therapy
• Speech therapy
• Diabetes care
• Grooming
• Bathing
• Medication management

Third-party care services are contracted and paid for separately from rent at Holiday Echo Ridge. This means that in the community, residents only pay for the support they need. Plus, it allows residents to pick and choose which caregiving services they receive and which providers they work with.

Holiday Echo Ridge has Legacy Healthcare Services on-site to provide physical, occupational and speech therapies. Visit the community’s Care Options page for more information.

If needs change, Holiday Echo Ridge residents can hire third-party providers to deliver the precise care services they need. This may include assistance with bathing, grooming, toileting, medication management, physical therapy and more.

This model puts residents in control of which care services they pay for and which providers deliver them. Note that third-party care services are contracted and paid for separately from rent.

Legacy Healthcare Services is on-site at Holiday Echo Ridge. This third-party company provides physical, occupational and speech therapies that residents can take advantage of without having to leave the community. Find more information on the community’s Care Options

Holiday Echo Ridge has robust safety measures in place to ensure the security and well-being of its residents. The senior living community is designed to be accessible and accommodating to residents with mobility issues. Additionally, Holiday has a national emergency response team on standby in the event of disasters like floods, wildfires and severe storms. The community also offers Lively Mobile Plus GPS wearable devices for a small monthly fee. These devices connect residents to 24/7 assistance with the push of a button.

Knoxville, TN is considered a safe place for seniors to live. More specifically, Holiday Echo Ridge is located in the West Knoxville area, which is considered one of the safest and most desirable parts of the city.

Yes, Holiday Echo Ridge offers both weekday and weekend tours.

Yes, Holiday Echo Ridge can arrange virtual tours for prospective residents or family members who are out of town or unable to visit in person.

When you take a tour of Holiday Echo Ridge, you can expect to:

• Speak with a staff member about your needs
• Ask any questions you may have
• Walk around the community
• Learn about the amenities, social activities and features of the community
• Discuss details like pricing, availability and any current promotional offers

Learn more about What To Expect When You Tour a Holiday by Atria Community.

Leases at Holiday Echo Ridge are typically month-to-month. Unlike some senior living communities, Holiday Echo Ridge offers residents flexibility and the option to avoid long-term contracts.

Yes, short-term or seasonal stays are available at Holiday Echo Ridge. Short-term stays are often a great way to try out independent living without making a long-term commitment. Give the community a call to learn more about short-term stay options.

No, Holiday Echo Ridge does not require a buy-in fee. This helps make Holiday more accessible than other retirement communities that require a sizable buy-in or entrance fee.

Holiday Echo Ridge accepts various forms of payment, including:

• Automated clearing house (direct deposit)
• Debit cards
• All major credit cards

For convenience, residents can set up automatic, secure online payments. Please note that credit card payments may incur a small processing fee.