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Assisted living costs in Donaldson Mill average about $3,788 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 51 communities in Donaldson Mill. Our detailed directory has 264 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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Photo of Water Oak Villa
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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.
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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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My loved one was previously a resident at Lakewood Senior Living of Jasper and we loved this place! The staff was great, we loved them. They are a smaller facility, but much more intimate and caring than...
Provides: Assisted Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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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: 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: 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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My mother has been at Morningside six years and is very satisfied. The activities have kept her more active and entertained. Staff has been friendly and helpful. Family knows she is getting the best of...
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 on the outskirts of Fayette, Morningside has provided state-licensed assisted living services since 1992. Our licensed professional associates provide excellent resident satisfaction, vibrant programming and care which the community has come to know and trust 24 hours a day, seven...
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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.
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: 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: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Photo of South Morgan Health Care Ctr
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.
Photo of Glendale Community Home
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.
Photo of Sunset Estates
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.
Photo of Country Living, Inc.
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.
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: 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, 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.
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.

Cost of assisted living in Donaldson Mill, AL

The average cost of senior living in Donaldson Mill is $3,788 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Haleyville, AL with an average of $2,881 per month.

Assisted living costs in Donaldson Mill, AL, vs. nearby cities

Donaldson Mill, AL
$3,812/mo

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

Donaldson Mill, AL
$3,812/mo
$3,938/mo
U.S. national average
$4,698/mo

Assisted living costs in Donaldson Mill, AL, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$3,812/mo
$3,812/mo

Assisted living costs in Donaldson Mill, AL, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,298/mo
Studio
$3,894/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,135/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,191/mo

Senior living costs in Donaldson Mill 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: Donaldson Mill, AL
Column state: Alabama
Column national: U.S.
Community typeDonaldson Mill, ALAlabamaU.S.
Assisted Living$3,812/mo$3,938/mo$4,698/mo
Memory Care$3,812/mo$3,998/mo$4,946/mo
Independent Living$2,881/mo$3,582/mo$4,153/mo
Assisted Living
Donaldson Mill, AL:$3,812/mo
Alabama:$3,938/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Memory Care
Donaldson Mill, AL:$3,812/mo
Alabama:$3,998/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
Independent Living
Donaldson Mill, AL:$2,881/mo
Alabama:$3,582/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
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Assisted living costs in Donaldson Mill, AL, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Donaldson Mill 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.

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Assisted living cost trends in Donaldson Mill, AL

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Donaldson Mill 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Donaldson Mill, AL$3,970/mo$3,363/mo+18.0%
Alabama$4,047/mo$3,742/mo+8.2%
National$5,322/mo$5,061/mo+5.2%
Donaldson Mill, AL
2024 average cost:$3,970/mo
2023 average cost:$3,363/mo
Percent change:+18.0%
Alabama
2024 average cost:$4,047/mo
2023 average cost:$3,742/mo
Percent change:+8.2%
National
2024 average cost:$5,322/mo
2023 average cost:$5,061/mo
Percent change:+5.2%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Donaldson Mill, 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 Donaldson Mill.

What families are saying about assisted living in Donaldson Mill

Recent reviews for assisted living in Donaldson Mill

Dogwood Fulton, LLC

4.5
The facility and staff were ok, location is great.

Country Cottage - Decatur

5.0
The staff CARES!!! The staff is down to earth and genuinely cares about their residents. My mother has had a hard time moving into assisted living because she is fiercely independent.. the staff here has included her and everything and makes her feel welcome.

The Neighborhood at Sheffield

5.0
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 staff are great at communicating with the family and making sure all of our questions are ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and caring staff. Several reviews mention the kindness and dedication of the staff at different communities, such as The Pearl of the Shoals, Country Cottage - Decatur, and Columbia Cottage, who treat residents as part of their family and go above and beyond to make them feel welcome.
Well-maintained facilities and cleanliness. Reviews consistently highlight the importance of cleanliness and maintenance at communities like HarborChase of Jasper, Southern Magnolia Golden, and Country Place Senior Living of Hamilton, where residents appreciate the well-kept residential areas, both private and communal.
Variety of activities for socialization. Many reviews mention the importance of a full social calendar for seniors, as seen at The Renaissance of Florence, The Neighborhood at Sheffield, and Columbia Cottage - Hartselle, where residents enjoy activities like cooking classes, arts and crafts, and regular outings.
Accommodating to individual needs. Residents and their families at various communities, including The Neighborhood at Priceville and Country Cottage - Decatur, appreciate the ability to customize care plans to their unique requirements, ensuring a personalized living experience.
Effective communication between staff and families. Several families mention the importance of clear and consistent communication from staff at communities, such as The Pearl of the Shoals, Columbia Cottage, and Southern Magnolia Golden, enabling them to stay informed about their loved ones' well-being and care.
Thoughtful accommodations for transitioning to assisted living. Reviews from communities like Columbia Cottage - Hartselle, The Renaissance of Florence, and The Neighborhood at Cullman, highlight the importance of a smooth transition into assisted living, with staff providing excellent support to help ease the adjustment process for both residents and ...
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Donaldson Mill review score based on 65 family reviews

7.8
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This proprietary review score is based on 65 reviews of 44 Donaldson Mill assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Donaldson Mill 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

Donaldson Mill review score compared against nearby cities

7.8
Donaldson Mill, AL44 facilities
4.3
Haleyville, AL8 facilities
8.1
Bear Creek, AL50 facilities

Review subcategories for Donaldson Mill 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 65 reviews of 44 Donaldson Mill assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Donaldson Mill 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.
Donaldson Mill, AL averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.5
4.1
Friendliness
4.5
4.2
Care services
4.2
3.8
Staff
4.5
4.0
Meals & dining
4.0
3.7
Activities
3.9
3.7
Value for cost*
4.1
3.7
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Donaldson Mill assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Donaldson Mill assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Donaldson Mill, 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 Donaldson Mill 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 Donaldson Mill that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Donaldson Mill, ALNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
43.2%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
36.4%
33.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
95.5%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
95.5%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
45.5%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
13.6%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
95.5%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
43.2%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
31.8%
52.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Donaldson Mill 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 Donaldson Mill Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Donaldson Mill, ALNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
27.3%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
15.9%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
25%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
13.6%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Donaldson Mill 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 Donaldson Mill partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Donaldson Mill, ALNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
31.8%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
36.4%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
34.1%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
20.5%
36.2%
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Availability of select dining options in Donaldson Mill 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 Donaldson Mill communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Donaldson Mill, ALNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
11.4%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
31.8%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
22.7%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
2.3%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Donaldson Mill 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 Donaldson Mill offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Donaldson Mill, ALNational
Activity director
Activity director
45.5%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
36.4%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
34.1%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
45.5%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
43.2%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
38.6%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
38.6%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
27.3%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
36.4%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
43.2%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
43.2%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
31.8%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
11.4%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
43.2%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in Donaldson Mill

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