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Assisted living costs in Cardiff average about $4,468 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 9 communities in Cardiff. Our detailed directory has 27 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.

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Cardiff Assisted Living Facilities | 27 Reviews

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I placed my mom here for respite care and received great service. She was provided great care by the staff. She has dementia and the staff were skilled with dealing with dementia patients. Thanks to [name...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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.
A Life Plan, commonly referred to as a Continuing Care Retirement Community, St. Martin’s in the Pines offers a comprehensive range of care to support seniors through all stages of living. Accommodations include restaurant-style dining, gated beautiful grounds, community garden, daily activities,...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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.
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This is a loving home from home setting environment, lots of love and care needs met, very family oriented, and just over all a great place for your loved ones to continue getting the best out of their daily...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential 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.
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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
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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.
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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.
Provides: Assisted 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.
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My mom is doing great as a resident in the community. She enjoys the meals and the activities are good. She has been happy so far and the staff are good with the care and good at giving my updates where it...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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.
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Cost of assisted living in Cardiff, AL

The average cost of senior living in Cardiff is $4,468 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Sipsey, AL with an average of $3,617 per month.

Assisted living costs in Cardiff, AL, vs. nearby cities

Cardiff, AL
$4,468/mo
$4,441/mo

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

Cardiff, AL
$4,468/mo
$3,971/mo
U.S. national average
$4,784/mo

Assisted living costs in Cardiff, AL, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$4,468/mo
$4,570/mo

Assisted living costs in Cardiff, AL, by floor plan type

Studio
$2,923/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,828/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,766/mo

Senior living costs in Cardiff 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: Cardiff, AL
Column state: Alabama
Column national: U.S.
Community typeCardiff, ALAlabamaU.S.
Assisted Living$4,468/mo$3,971/mo$4,784/mo
Memory Care$4,570/mo$4,033/mo$5,056/mo
Independent Living$3,852/mo$3,636/mo$4,247/mo
Assisted Living
Cardiff, AL:$4,468/mo
Alabama:$3,971/mo
U.S.:$4,784/mo
Memory Care
Cardiff, AL:$4,570/mo
Alabama:$4,033/mo
U.S.:$5,056/mo
Independent Living
Cardiff, AL:$3,852/mo
Alabama:$3,636/mo
U.S.:$4,247/mo
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Cardiff, 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 Cardiff.

What families are saying about assisted living in Cardiff

Recent reviews for assisted living in Cardiff

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 ...
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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.

Longleaf Liberty Park in Vestavia, AL

5.0
Our objective was to find a place for my 95 year old mother with the type of dementia that still allowed her to think rationally, but was incapable of retaining any new information, even during a brief conversation. She knows us all, but can't remember where she lives, how she got there or why ...
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Cardiff assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Cardiff assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Cardiff, 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 Cardiff 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 Cardiff that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Cardiff, ALNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
42.9%
52.9%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
28.6%
34.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
85.7%
97.7%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
28.6%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
14.3%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
85.7%
96.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
14.3%
47.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
14.3%
52.8%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Cardiff 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 Cardiff Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Cardiff, ALNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
42.9%
51.7%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
28.6%
32.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
42.9%
41.4%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
28.6%
13.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Cardiff 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 Cardiff partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Cardiff, ALNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
28.6%
27.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
28.6%
41.5%
No sugar
No sugar
28.6%
38%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
28.6%
36.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Cardiff 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 Cardiff communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Cardiff, ALNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
28.6%
31.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
28.6%
42.8%
Room service
Room service
14.3%
37.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.3%
18.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Cardiff 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 Cardiff offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Cardiff, ALNational
Activity director
Activity director
28.6%
46.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
14.3%
31.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
28.6%
30.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
42.9%
49.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
28.6%
49.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
42.9%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
28.6%
41.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
28.6%
36%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
28.6%
38.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
28.6%
47.3%
Live performances
Live performances
28.6%
47.5%
Dances
Dances
28.6%
31%
Fitness center
Fitness center
14.3%
24.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
28.6%
46.5%
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State regulations for assisted living in Cardiff

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 Cardiff protect seniors.
Learn about Alabama assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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