About Assisted LivingAssisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.Complete guide to assisted livingBest of 2025 Assisted Living Winners
About Memory CareMemory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering. Complete guide to memory careBest of 2025 Memory Care Winners
About Independent LivingIndependent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.Complete guide to independent livingBest of 2025 Independent Living Winners
About Senior LivingSenior living is a term used to describe various housing and care options for older adults from maintenance-free, 55+ facilities for active seniors, to secure, fully staffed facilities for seniors with Alzheimer's or dementia. Complete guide to senior livingFind senior living facilities near you
About Nursing HomesNursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.Complete guide to Nursing Homes
About Senior ApartmentsSenior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.Complete guide to Senior Apartments
About Care HomesResidential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.Complete guide to care homes
Veteran ResourcesVA benefits for long-term care, such as Aid and Attendance benefits, can help eligible veterans and their surviving spouses pay for senior care.Guide to VA benefits for long-term care
Senior Living Home

10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Bright Star, AL

Answer a few questions to get personalized results
Who are you searching for?

Assisted living costs in Bright Star average about $4,053 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 89 communities in Bright Star. Our detailed directory has 1046 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses.

As you explore assisted living near you, you may also want to consider assisted living options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Cullman, Albertville and Arab.

Bright Star Assisted Living Facilities | 1046 Reviews

Showing 77 communities
Last Updated: 12/11/25
Sort by
Filter by
Review Score
Distance
Amenities
Providers
Photo of Greenbriar at the Altamont
5 star
18%
4 star
36%
3 star
46%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
See all reviews
My loved one has recently moved into this community and so far everything is going well for him there. The staff have been very friendly and I am comfortable with the quality of care they are providing him....
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Photo of Greenbriar on Hanover
5 star
33%
4 star
33%
3 star
0%
2 star
34%
1 star
0%
See all reviews
Greenbriar on Hanover is a lovely community. My mother is very happy here. The staff is very nice. The community is kept organized and cleaned. One thing i really like is that the meals are delicious. I...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Inline cta image

Our free advisors can help

  • Compare local facilities
  • Determine care type
  • Schedule tours
  • Evaluate pricing

Cost of assisted living in Bright Star, AL

The average cost of senior living in Bright Star is $4,053 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Oneonta, AL with an average of $3,147 per month.

Assisted living costs in Bright Star, AL, vs. nearby cities

Bright Star, AL
$4,053/mo
$4,076/mo

Assisted living costs in Bright Star, AL, vs. state and national averages

Bright Star, AL
$4,053/mo
$3,945/mo
U.S. national average
$4,705/mo

Assisted living costs in Bright Star, AL, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$4,053/mo
$4,086/mo

Assisted living costs in Bright Star, AL, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,138/mo
Studio
$4,366/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,617/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,667/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,925/mo

Senior living costs in Bright Star vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Bright Star, AL
Column state: Alabama
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBright Star, ALAlabamaU.S.
Assisted Living$4,053/mo$3,945/mo$4,705/mo
Memory Care$4,086/mo$4,005/mo$4,956/mo
Independent Living$3,665/mo$3,592/mo$4,162/mo
Assisted Living
Bright Star, AL:$4,053/mo
Alabama:$3,945/mo
U.S.:$4,705/mo
Memory Care
Bright Star, AL:$4,086/mo
Alabama:$4,005/mo
U.S.:$4,956/mo
Independent Living
Bright Star, AL:$3,665/mo
Alabama:$3,592/mo
U.S.:$4,162/mo
Table showing 5 of 3 items. Click to show less.
Table showing 5 of 3 items. Click to show less.

Assisted living costs in Bright Star, AL, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Bright Star and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

Bright Star, ALAL stateNational

Assisted living cost trends in Bright Star, AL

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Bright Star have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Bright Star, AL$4,124/mo$3,933/mo+4.9%
Alabama$4,099/mo$3,802/mo+7.8%
National$5,375/mo$5,129/mo+4.8%
Bright Star, AL
2024 average cost:$4,124/mo
2023 average cost:$3,933/mo
Percent change:+4.9%
Alabama
2024 average cost:$4,099/mo
2023 average cost:$3,802/mo
Percent change:+7.8%
National
2024 average cost:$5,375/mo
2023 average cost:$5,129/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
Table showing 5 of 3 items. Click to show less.
Table showing 5 of 3 items. Click to show less.

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Bright Star, AL

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Bright Star.

What families are saying about assisted living in Bright Star

Recent reviews for assisted living in Bright Star

Kirkwood by the River in Birmingham, AL

5.0
My parents moved into Kirkwood by the River 9 years ago and I've NEVER had a complaint about anything. This is the best run and kindest retirement place anyone could ever find. The entire staff are kind, thoughtful, patient and courteous. A wonderful place in a great setting with Christian ...
Read more

Fair Haven Retirement Community in Birmingham, AL

4.0
There have been some issues with the billing but I'm having a meeting with them this week to get that resolved. Based on our experience I would recommend them.

Rosewood Manor in Scottsboro, AL

5.0
They have an activity room with puzzles and things like that but then they also had entertainment come in as well it seemed like every day. For the price it is a very nice facility. Everyone knows each other and watches out for each other. Any residents who wanted to help with cooking or ...
Read more

Bright Star review score based on 314 family reviews

8.1
Review score77 facilities314 reviewsWrite a review
This proprietary review score is based on 314 reviews of 77 Bright Star assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Bright Star review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Bright Star review score compared against nearby cities

8.1
Bright Star, AL77 facilities
8.1
Snead, AL93 facilities
9.8
Susan Moore, AL8 facilities

Review subcategories for Bright Star assisted living

When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 314 reviews of 77 Bright Star assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Bright Star resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Bright Star, AL averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.3
4.1
Friendliness
4.3
4.2
Care services
4.1
3.8
Staff
4.2
4.0
Meals & dining
3.9
3.7
Activities
4.0
3.7
Value for cost*
3.9
3.7
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Bright Star assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Bright Star assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Bright Star, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Bright Star assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Bright Star that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Bright Star, ALNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
44.7%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
34.2%
33.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.1%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
42.1%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
17.1%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97.4%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
36.8%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
27.6%
52.4%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Bright Star assisted living

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Bright Star Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Bright Star, ALNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
40.8%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
23.7%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
34.2%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
15.8%
13.7%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Bright Star assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Bright Star partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Bright Star, ALNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
28.9%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
28.9%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
25%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
23.7%
36.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
2.6%
17.3%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dining options in Bright Star assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Bright Star communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Bright Star, ALNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
15.8%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
28.9%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
21.1%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
9.2%
18%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Bright Star assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Bright Star offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Bright Star, ALNational
Activity director
Activity director
42.1%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
27.6%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
34.2%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40.8%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
40.8%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
40.8%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
34.2%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
30.3%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
34.2%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
40.8%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
36.8%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
30.3%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
22.4%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
39.5%
46%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

State regulations for assisted living in Bright Star

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Alabama assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Bright Star protect seniors.
Learn about Alabama assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

McClellan Senior Living, Residences at Wellpoint and Bridgewood Gardens are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Bright Star, Alabama. See full list of communities.
There are 89 assisted living facilities near Bright Star, Alabama. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Bright Star, Alabama are McClellan Senior Living, Residences at Wellpoint and Silver Lakes Senior Living. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
Photo cta image

More questions?

Ask an A Place for Mom local advisor at no cost.

The information contained on this page is for informational purposes only and is not intended to constitute medical, legal or financial advice or create a professional relationship between A Place for Mom and the reader. Always seek the advice of your health care provider, attorney or financial advisor with respect to any particular matter, and do not act or refrain from acting on the basis of anything you have read on this site. Links to third-party websites are only for the convenience of the reader; A Place for Mom does not endorse the contents of the third-party sites.
Back to top