Pricing ranges from
    $3,985 – 5,180/month

    South Breeze Senior Living

    3168 Hacks Cross Rd, Memphis, TN 38125
    • Assisted Living
    • Memory Care

    Warm caring staff, excellent meals

    I placed my mother-in-law at South Breeze and I'm very pleased. The staff (Lisa the admin especially) are warm, caring and communicative-truly like family-meals are excellent, rooms are spacious and the facility is clean and well-maintained. It's a small, welcoming community with good activities and included medical/medication support; I'm grateful to have found it and would recommend it.

    Loved one of resident
    Jul 2026

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    Amenities

    Healthcare services

    • Activities of daily living assistance
    • Assistance with bathing
    • Assistance with dressing
    • Assistance with transfers
    • Coordination with health care providers
    • Medication management
    • Mental wellness program

    Healthcare staffing

    • 12-16 hour nursing
    • 24-hour call system
    • 24-hour supervision

    Meals and dining

    • Diabetes diet
    • Meal preparation and service
    • Special dietary restrictions

    Room

    • Air-conditioning
    • Cable
    • Fully furnished
    • Housekeeping and linen services
    • Kitchenettes
    • Private bathrooms
    • Telephone
    • Wifi

    Memory care community services

    • Mild cognitive impairment
    • Specialized memory care programming

    Transportation

    • Community operated transportation
    • Transportation arrangement
    • Transportation arrangement (medical)
    • Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
    • Transportation to doctors appointments

    Common areas

    • Beauty salon
    • Computer center
    • Dining room
    • Fitness room
    • Gaming room
    • Garden
    • Outdoor space
    • Small library
    • Wellness center

    Community services

    • Concierge services
    • Fitness programs
    • Move-in coordination

    Activities

    • Community-sponsored activities
    • Planned day trips
    • Resident-run activities
    • Scheduled daily activities

    Reviews

    4.63·(24)

    Overall rating

    1. 5
    2. 4
    3. 3
    4. 2
    5. 1
    • Care

      4.8
    • Staff

      4.4
    • Meals

      4.5
    • Amenities

      4.2
    • Value

      4.5

    Pros

    • New, modern facility and decor
    • Spacious private one‑bedroom apartments
    • Clean, well‑maintained environment
    • Caring, compassionate staff
    • Responsive staff communication and admissions support
    • All‑inclusive pricing for medical care and medications
    • High‑quality dining with three meals daily
    • Small, close‑knit community atmosphere
    • On‑site activities and social programming
    • Comfortable, well‑furnished common areas
    • Flexible respite care and check‑in procedures
    • Transparent pricing and helpful tour experience

    Cons

    • Intermittent understaffing affecting mealtime and routine care
    • Inconsistent staff responsiveness and management follow‑up
    • Variable staff performance
    • Inconsistent activity programming with limited off‑site outings
    • Fragmented medication‑management due to outsourced arrangements
    • Limited apartment‑size availability (few two‑bedroom units)
    • High‑acuity resident mix that may not suit all families

    Summary of reviews

    South Breeze Senior Living presents as a recently updated, well‑appointed small community that many families find attractive. The facility is described as clean, modern, and comfortably furnished; private one‑bedroom apartments and roomy common areas are consistently highlighted. The community’s small size contributes to a close‑knit atmosphere that reviewers commonly characterize as welcoming and family‑like.

    Care and staffing are central strengths and also the primary area of mixed feedback. Numerous comments praise staff as caring, compassionate, and communicative; several families singled out the admissions team and certain administrators for particularly helpful interactions. Respite stays and short‑term admissions received strong positive remarks. However, reviewers also identified operational gaps: intermittent understaffing—especially at mealtimes—and variable staff performance have affected some aspects of daily care. A few reviewers described occasions of limited responsiveness or delayed follow‑up from management, suggesting inconsistency in communication practices across shifts or personnel.

    Dining and clinical services are generally well regarded. Meals are frequently described as good to excellent, with three meals daily and an overall positive dining experience. The facility advertises all‑inclusive pricing that covers medical care and medications, which many families found reassuring. That said, medication management is handled through outsourced arrangements in some cases; this model was mentioned as a potential source of coordination challenges and may warrant direct questions during a tour or intake.

    Activity programming receives mixed evaluations. Many reviewers report regular on‑site activities and engaged residents, while others express a desire for more frequent off‑site outings and outside trips. Transportation and excursion frequency appear to be areas where expectations vary, so prospective residents and families should clarify the community’s planned calendar and transportation options.

    Facility management and admissions earn praise for transparency and helpfulness from many visitors, though there are isolated accounts of slower or inconsistent managerial follow‑up. Apartment availability is another practical consideration: the community’s smaller footprint means limited unit types and few or no two‑bedroom options, which may affect couples or residents needing larger spaces. Lastly, the population mix tends toward higher‑acuity residents in some impressions; families should consider whether the community’s social environment and care model align with their loved one’s needs.

    Overall, South Breeze appears to offer a modern, comfortable environment with strong interpersonal caregiving and appealing dining in an intimate setting. Prospective families should weigh the advantages of an all‑inclusive price and small community feel against potential variability in staffing levels, activity outing frequency, and apartment availability. Asking targeted questions about staffing ratios at peak times, medication‑management workflows, and the weekly outings calendar during a tour will help clarify fit for individual needs.

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    Location

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    South Breeze Senior Living is located at 3168 Hacks Cross Rd, Memphis, TN, 38125.

    About South Breeze Senior Living

    South Breeze Senior Living sits at 3168 Hacks Cross Road in Memphis, Tennessee, and is part of the Americare Senior Living family, which has provided care for seniors across the Midwest for nearly forty years, and the community focuses on offering different care options like independent living, assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, continuing care retirement, as well as adult day care, hospice, and respite care for short-term stays, so there's a place for people at many different stages of aging. The Arbors at South Breeze, right inside the community, is set up especially for assisted living and memory care, and seniors with Alzheimer's or other types of dementia have a dedicated area and staff trained to give them the best support. South Breeze has a Director of Community Data to make sure information stays current, and the community holds a verified status, showing a partnership aimed at providing quality senior housing, which you can see reflected in its 9.1 community score and awards for care and activities.

    The buildings have a warm, welcoming look with vibrant landscaping, a big front porch with seats, a secure, fenced-in patio, and plenty of natural light inside, where you'll find cozy bedrooms, common rooms with plush seating and soft lighting, a dining room outfitted with a piano and decorative accents, along with private and semi-private apartments that all come with full private baths, accessible showers, wheelchair access, air conditioning, emergency call systems, and options for ground floor units. Floor plans include studios of different sizes and all the spaces are designed with comfort and safety in mind, which helps residents feel at home instead of living on a campus. Meals come in many options-standard, vegetarian, low sodium, no added sugar, kosher, guest meals-and are served restaurant-style in both the main dining area and a private dining room, and the staff really try to make mealtime enjoyable.

    Services at South Breeze meet many needs-assisted living, with help around the clock for bathing, dressing, and medication; skilled nursing for those who need clinical support; home care with trained aides offering non-medical help and companionship; memory care for those with dementia; residential care homes for people who need live-in caregivers; and independent living apartments for seniors wanting a sense of community without maintenance worries. Residents get personalized help based on what they need, and there's an emphasis on treating everyone as an individual, not just a room number. There's transportation for appointments at places like Baptist Memorial, Methodist University, and St. Francis Hospitals, plus parking and easy access for visitors. Activities and amenities are plentiful, with an adult day club for daytime socializing, planned programs to keep people engaged, and opportunities for exercise and hobbies.

    The grounds and interiors are fully accessible, with bath tubs and showers, wheelchair paths, expansive living spaces, and elegant decor that feels homey. Pets are allowed, and everyone in the community is encouraged to stay as independent as possible while having support close by, whether it's for daily tasks, healthcare needs like medication or diabetic care, or just getting to appointments. Veterans and their spouses who qualify can get help through VA Aid and Attendance benefits for long-term care costs, and there are resources and planning tools for caregivers trying to make the best decisions for their loved ones. The staff is described as compassionate and responsive, working to make sure every resident gets care that fits them, and since South Breeze is all-inclusive, monthly fees cover a lot, which makes things simpler for families. Awards like Best of Senior Living and Best Activities show they have a reputation for quality, though every person's experience can be different. The overall environment is warm, friendly, and designed to make both residents and their families feel comfortable and supported through every stage of aging.

    About Americare Senior Living

    South Breeze Senior Living is managed by Americare Senior Living.

    Americare Senior Living, founded in 1985 and headquartered in Sikeston, Missouri, has grown from its first assisted living community to operate more than 100 senior living communities across Illinois, Kansas, Missouri, Mississippi, and Tennessee. With over four decades of experience serving seniors, Americare has distinguished itself by bringing upscale assisted living products to rural markets throughout the Midwest and South, providing comprehensive care options including independent living, assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, rehabilitation, and adult day services.

    The company's philosophy centers on their signature "Hometown Hospitality™" culture and F.A.M.I.L.Y. values: First Impressions Go a Long Way, Address People by Name, Make Visitors Feel Welcome, Individuals Deserve Respect, Leave with Graciousness, and Yes! Find a Way to be Positive. This person-first model of care prioritizes the interests and preferences of each individual resident, creating welcoming, family-like atmospheres throughout their communities. Their mission to enrich the well-being and health of individuals while providing peace of mind for families drives every aspect of their operations.

    Americare's comprehensive "Live Well" program exemplifies their holistic approach to senior care, featuring personalized fitness programs, engaging group exercises, on-site therapy, and nutritious chef-prepared meals. The company fosters vibrant, supportive environments through community events, shared meals, stimulating games, group outings, and purpose-driven programs including volunteer opportunities, spiritual services, creative projects, and nature walks. Notable innovations include TigerPlace in Columbia, Missouri, developed in partnership with the University of Missouri Sinclair School of Nursing, which serves as a site for groundbreaking research in senior care.

    The company's commitment to excellence has earned remarkable recognition, including being rated among the Best Senior Living providers based on surveys of nearly 450,000 residents and family members. With 65 communities receiving "High Performing" ratings, Americare ranks third among all senior living organizations in the Top 10 nationally. Additional accolades include the prestigious Argentum Best of the Best Award, the 2019 NRC Customer Approved Award (one of only twenty organizations nationally to earn this distinction), and ranking #15 on the 2021 Best Workplaces in Aging Services list by Great Place to Work®. With 84% of team members believing Americare is a great place to work and 91% finding special meaning in their roles, the company continues to make a meaningful difference in the lives of residents, families, and team members across their communities.

    People often ask...

    South Breeze Senior Living offers competitive pricing, with rates starting at a cost of $3,985 per month.

    South Breeze Senior Living offers assisted living and memory care.

    There are 52 photos of South Breeze Senior Living on Mirador.

    The full address for this community is 3168 Hacks Cross Rd, Memphis, TN 38125.

    No, South Breeze Senior Living does not offer respite care. Respite care in assisted living communities provides temporary, short-term relief for primary caregivers by offering professional care for their loved ones. It allows individuals to stay in an assisted living community for a limited time, giving caregivers a break while ensuring residents receive necessary support and assistance with daily activities.

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    License number0537-00000363
    StatusLicensed
    Facility typeAssisted Care Living Facility
    License classLicensed
    Capacity88 residents
    LicenseeLisa Hargrove
    EffectiveJuly 19th, 2013
    ExpiresJuly 19th, 2026

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