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Independent Living in Alabama

Overview of Independent Living in Alabama

Families searching for senior living in Alabama will be welcomed by a mild climate and a variety of lifestyle options. In the state’s northern counties, the Tennessee River and Appalachian Mountains pass through and provide an abundance of beautiful scenery and opportunities for outdoor activities. Temperatures rise gradually as you head south toward the coast, where the white sandy beaches of Gulf Shores attract millions of visitors throughout the year. Cities like Biloxi and Birmingham have been experiencing a recent population growth due to their Southern charm, pleasant weather, and relatively low costs of living, all factors which help make Alabama an ideal retirement destination.

Currently, A Place for Mom partners with more than 60 independent living communities, sometimes simply called retirement communities, in Alabama.

The median monthly cost of independent living in Alabama is about $2,100.

Top-rated Independent Living facilities in Alabama

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Gardens of Eufaula

395 Lake Drive, Eufaula, AL 36027
10
Review Score
98 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Linda S - I'm a current/former resident or client

I have been a resident of the Gardens of Eufaula for four years. I am very happy here. The staff and other residents are so kind. The staff feeds us well and handles my medications so I do not have to worry...

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Gardens of Clanton

850 Scott Dr, Clanton, AL 35045
10
Review Score
175 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Brenda, Beverly & Phyllis - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

As a new member of the Gardens of Clanton, our family is very satisfied. Our Mom was very resistant to move from her home, but due to safety issues we insisted she live with one of her daughters or at the...

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Gardens of Daphne

1307 Daphne Ave, Daphne, AL 36526
10
Review Score
67 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Anonymous - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

Everything is great. The staff is very helpful. I would recommend Gardens of Daphne to others who are looking for a place for their loved one.

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Top-rated Independent Living facilities in Gulf Shores

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Seagrass Village of Gulf Shores

21298 Cotton Creek Drive, Gulf Shores, AL 36542
8.2
Review Score
12 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
William M - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

The facility is very nice & the staff friendly. Miscommunication about my father’s prescriptions & physical therapy made his transition very difficult. It took over a week to resolve these issues which was...

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Gardens of Daphne

1307 Daphne Ave, Daphne, AL 36526
10
Review Score
67 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Anonymous - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

Everything is great. The staff is very helpful. I would recommend Gardens of Daphne to others who are looking for a place for their loved one.

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Asher Point Independent Living of Mobile

650 S University Blvd, Mobile, AL 36609
9.8
Review Score
47 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Kelli - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

The simplicity of it all. Having transportation for doctors appointments if they don't drive 3 meals a day low stress. I moved both my parents in for those reasons initially and since my mom passed a couple...

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Top-rated Independent Living facilities in Birmingham

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Danberry at Inverness

235 Inverness Center Dr, Birmingham, AL 35242
10
Review Score
95 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Anonymous - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

5 on all. My only drive with a facility is my mom's neighbor has a dog that barks everybody. The facility knows about it management team, but it never gets any better. If it doesn't, we're gonna write the...

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Monark Grove Greystone

6328 Farley Ln, Birmingham, AL 35242
9.6
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36 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Anonymous - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

This place is great. The staff is very attentive and kind. They are encouraging my 91yr old mom to join the activities and help to get out to eat in the dining room. The head nurse is keeping me informed and...

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Proveer at Grande View

700 Corporate Ridge, Birmingham, AL 35242
8.8
Review Score
14 reviews
Cheri M - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

I would rate each of these a 5. I think it is a wonderful place for seniors. Small enough for good care. Very clean. Friendly and caring staff.

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Top-rated Independent Living facilities in Huntsville

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Residences at Wellpoint

2940 Mill Run Road South, Huntsville, AL 35763
9.8
Review Score
89 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Eugene A - I'm a current/former resident or client

The dining room servers are excellent. Extra activities for residents are plentiful, such as movies twice a week, exercise, gym, salt water indoor heated pool, art classes, card playing and lectures.

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The Commons

4300 Chris Drive, Huntsville, AL 35802
9.8
Review Score
12 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Kelly - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

Not just staff but residents are very friendly. This is an independent living community. They offering transportation to appointments, but my father didn't use them. [name removed] was wonderful! They offer...

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Thrive at Jones Farm

2238 Cecil Ashburn Drive SE, Huntsville, AL 35802
8.8
Review Score
81 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
RL - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

Attentive and pleasant staff. Very good food with options. Nice facility and excellent activities director. Pricing is very competitive.

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Top-rated Independent Living facilities in Prattville

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Gardens of Wetumpka

209 Country Club Dr, Wetumpka, AL 36092
9.7
Review Score
97 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Pamela K - I'm a current/former resident or client

We have a terrific activities director. We always have things to do. the food could be better but the staff is wonderful! I love the piano they have! Also, I love our big library and snacks!

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Oak Grove Inn

3801 Oakgrove Dr, Montgomery, AL 36116
8.0
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6 reviews
Anonymous - I live or lived in this community

The staff is outstanding. They are always friendly and helpful and offer a wide variety of activities every day. The facility is always kept clean and has a very attractive decor throughout the interior of...

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Country Cottage - Montgomery

235 Sylvest Drive, Montgomery, AL 36117
8.7
Review Score
39 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Bill A - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

We have been very pleased with this facility. Staff has been great, the food very good, medication monitoring, and consistently good care from the entire staff for our loved one. We would like to see the TV...

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Top cities in Alabama for independent living

8.8
Prattville, AL
33 facilities
8.5
Huntsville, AL
25 facilities
8.5
Birmingham, AL
30 facilities
8.1
Gulf Shores, AL
76 facilities
8.0
Foley, AL
82 facilities
6.5
Tuscaloosa, AL
10 facilities

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