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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Cherokee, AL
Assisted living costs in Cherokee average about $3,620 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 13 communities in Cherokee. Our detailed directory has 129 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 Florence, Muscle Shoals and Tuscumbia.
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9.5
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29 reviews
The Renaissance is a very nice facility. I joke that I wish I lived there. The community is active and mixed in terms of physical and cognitive abilities. My mom really struggled to integrate for reasons...
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.
IN TIMES OF UNCERTAINTY...Imagine a lifestyle with all the supportand stability that you could need.Welcome to The Renaissance of FlorenceAssisted Living in Florence, AlabamaOur Services:Awarded U.S. News's Best Assisted Living of 2023, we are dedicated to enhancing health, wellness, and the...
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18 reviews
Bright, open facility. Feels welcoming. Staff is very friendly and treats your loved one as if they are a part of their family. Love the staff, how they treat my mother in law and try to get her involved.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
The Pearl of the Shoals offers assisted living and Alzheimer’s and dementia care while providing abundant services, conveniences and amenities. And there’s always the security of knowing that our staff is on-site 24 hours a day, seven days a week.As an assisted living resident, you can enjoy the...
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If we could give Columbia Cottages a 10 we would! I will just have to say I love Columbia Cottage. My dad loves it there and he is very happy. The staff members are very kind and caring and they take good...
Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
Real Service At the heart of Columbia Cottage is ~CareSteps~, an individualized service plan designed to solve the real, day-to-day issues that have threatened to destroy the independence you've worked so hard to achieve. ~CareSteps~ assures that you'll receive the right amount of help at the...
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8.6
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4 reviews
First of all I’d like to mention the staff. They are the most caring individuals and take excellent care of Mother better than I could have expected. Secondly I’d like to mention the kitchen staff. They cook...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
You will feel right at home at Hilltop at Glenwood. Located in historic Florence, AL residents enjoy all that our town has to offer, including the annual Renaissance Faire each fall and the W.C. Handy Music Festival every summer. Our community is very family friendly and we are committed to...
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My loved one was there only a short time but it was very nice to him and we were very pleased. We picked this community, because my Aunt was there and was very pleased with the place. Her daughter...
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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My family and loved one had a wonderful experience with The Neighborhood at Sheffield. The staff are personable and caring towards the residents. Everyone is friendly from the staff to residents. The...
Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
Located in the Shoals area of northwest Alabama, Morningside of Sheffield offers daily assistance for seniors in a warm, home-like environment. A well-rounded, active lifestyle program is provided to promote independence, continued physical, mental and social stimulation and the necessities...
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I can’t say enough good things about Brentwood! I knew it was it was a clean, well-kept place the minute I walked in and it was wonderful to see the staff’s loving care for the residents. I would recommend...
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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The community is beautiful and well maintained. The staff has made my loved ones feel like they are family. The staff knows everyone's name and uses it so they feel like that is there home. I am very...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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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.
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.
Keestone Senior Community is an assisted living residence located in Florence, the county seat of Lauderdale County, Alabama. There are many local community events to enjoy ranging from the summer Renaissance fair to many historic landmarks. Our amazing weather encourages an active lifestyle, or...
Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
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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.
Green Oaks Inn established in 1984 has been a pioneer of memory care assisted living in the state of Alabama. Green Oaks Inn continues to serve as a role model for others who offer this type of housing for the elderly in Alabama. The facility is licensed to provide care for up to thirty-two...
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.
We are committed to creating a lifestyle where those who live with us can age gracefully in good mental, physical, emotional and spiritual health. We cherish our residents by providing the services they need with the dignity they deserve. We have beautiful spacious apartments with various floor...
Provides: Assisted Living, Residential Care Home
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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.
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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Cost of assisted living in Cherokee, AL
The average cost of senior living in Cherokee is $3,620 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Red Bay, AL with an average of $2,630 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Cherokee, AL vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Cherokee, AL vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Cherokee vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Cherokee, AL by room type
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Average cost of Assisted Living in Cherokee over time
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Cherokee, AL
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What families are saying about assisted living in Cherokee
Recent reviews for assisted living in Cherokee
Hilltop at Glenwood in Florence, AL
3.5
My loved one was previously a resident at Hilltop at Glenwood and the overall experience was good. The staff is friendly, but I do feel like there is a lack of communication between them. Overall, I would recommend Hilltop at Glenwood to others who are looking for a Memory Care facility.
Country Cottage - Russellville
5.0
A sweet member of my church family moved to Country Cottage in Russellville. I can't say enough positive things about this community. The staff are always available to help her. She said she didn't know what she would do without her "girls" at the Cottage. I pop in to check on her all the time. ...
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The Renaissance of Florence
5.0
The Renaissance of Florence is a beautiful facility. The staff are very helpful and kind, taking a genuine interest in the residents and the care they receive. There is an outstanding activities program with a wide variety of activities for the residents to participate in. The Renaissance of ...
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Cherokee review score based on 43 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 43 reviews of 13 Cherokee assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Cherokee 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
Cherokee review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Cherokee 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 43 reviews of 13 Cherokee assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Cherokee 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.Cherokee, AL averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.7
4.5
Friendliness
4.9
4.6
Care services
4.6
4.2
Staff
4.9
4.5
Meals & dining
4.5
4.1
Activities
4.6
4.1
Value for cost*
4.6
4.1
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Cherokee assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Cherokee assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Cherokee, 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 Cherokee 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 Cherokee that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
61.5%
52.1%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
30.8%
33.3%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
61.5%
56.5%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
23.1%
29.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
46.2%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
53.8%
53.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Cherokee 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 Cherokee Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Cherokee, ALNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
38.5%
51%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
30.8%
32%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
30.8%
40.9%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
30.8%
13.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Cherokee 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 Cherokee partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
38.5%
26.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
46.2%
39.8%
No sugar
No sugar
53.8%
36.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
38.5%
35%
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Availability of select dining options in Cherokee 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 Cherokee communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
7.7%
30.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
53.8%
41.7%
Room service
Room service
38.5%
35.6%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Cherokee 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 Cherokee offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
53.8%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
46.2%
30.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
30.8%
29.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
69.2%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
53.8%
48.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
53.8%
52.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
46.2%
40.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
23.1%
34.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
30.8%
37.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
53.8%
46.1%
Live performances
Live performances
53.8%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
30.8%
29.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
7.7%
24.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
53.8%
45.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Cherokee
Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Alabama assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Cherokee protect seniors.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Renaissance of Florence, The Pearl of the Shoals and Columbia Cottage are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Cherokee, Alabama. See full list of communities.
There are 13 assisted living facilities near Cherokee, Alabama. See the full list.
The best assisted living facility near you in Cherokee, Alabama is The Renaissance of Florence. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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Assisted Living in Cities Near Cherokee
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