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Assisted living costs in Margerum average about $3,565 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 37 communities in Margerum. Our detailed directory has 207 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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I have been here for about two years and I love it. I've become friends with all of the residents and staff and they really care about how you're doing. They bend over backwards to help me when i'm feeling...
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.
Photo of Rose Manor of Haleyville Inc
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
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.
Photo of Azalea Manor of Haleyville
Provides: Assisted Living, Residential Care Home
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.
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 Margerum, AL

The average cost of senior living in Margerum is $3,565 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Red Bay, AL with an average of $2,493 per month.

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

Margerum, AL
$3,565/mo
$3,766/mo
$3,785/mo

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

Margerum, AL
$3,565/mo
$3,940/mo
U.S. national average
$4,703/mo

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

Assisted Living
$3,565/mo
$3,565/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,039/mo
Studio
$3,689/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,138/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,773/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,500/mo

Senior living costs in Margerum 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: Margerum, AL
Column state: Alabama
Column national: U.S.
Community typeMargerum, ALAlabamaU.S.
Assisted Living$3,565/mo$3,940/mo$4,703/mo
Memory Care$3,565/mo$4,000/mo$4,954/mo
Independent Living$3,262/mo$3,585/mo$4,160/mo
Assisted Living
Margerum, AL:$3,565/mo
Alabama:$3,940/mo
U.S.:$4,703/mo
Memory Care
Margerum, AL:$3,565/mo
Alabama:$4,000/mo
U.S.:$4,954/mo
Independent Living
Margerum, AL:$3,262/mo
Alabama:$3,585/mo
U.S.:$4,160/mo
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Assisted living costs in Margerum, AL, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Margerum 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 Margerum, AL

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Margerum 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
Margerum, AL$4,160/mo$3,378/mo+23.2%
Alabama$3,895/mo$3,631/mo+7.3%
National$5,202/mo$4,875/mo+6.7%
Margerum, AL
2024 average cost:$4,160/mo
2023 average cost:$3,378/mo
Percent change:+23.2%
Alabama
2024 average cost:$3,895/mo
2023 average cost:$3,631/mo
Percent change:+7.3%
National
2024 average cost:$5,202/mo
2023 average cost:$4,875/mo
Percent change:+6.7%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Margerum, 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 Margerum.

What families are saying about assisted living in Margerum

Recent reviews for assisted living in Margerum

Dogwood Fulton, LLC

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

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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Country Cottage - Corinth

5.0
I would tell them that Country Cottage is the answer to our prayers. We know that our loved one is well taken care of. They treat everyone like family.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Warm and welcoming staff. Several reviews mention the friendly and caring nature of the staff in communities like The Pearl of the Shoals, Columbia Cottage, and Southern Magnolia Iuka. Families praise the personal connections made between staff and residents, creating a family like atmosphere.
Active social programs. Residents engage in various activities to stay active and social, as detailed in reviews for Columbia Cottage, Southern Magnolia Golden, and The Neighborhood at Sheffield. Activities include cooking classes, arts and crafts, birthday parties, and field trips.
Clean and well-maintained facilities. Reviews consistently highlight the cleanliness of communities like Southern Magnolia Golden, The Renaissance of Florence, and The Pearl of the Shoals, from well-kept private rooms to updated common areas and outdoor spaces like gardens and walking trails.
Individualized care plans. Reviews for communities like Columbia Cottage, Country Cottage - Corinth, and Country Cottage - Russellville highlight the importance of personalized care plans for residents, ensuring their unique needs are met.
Family involvement. Communication between families and staff is a priority at communities like The Renaissance of Florence, Southern Magnolia Golden, and Columbia Cottage, as mentioned in several reviews. Regular meetings and updates keep families informed and involved in their loved ones' care.
Reasonable pricing. Affordability is an important factor for many families, as highlighted in reviews for Country Place Senior Living of Hamilton and Country Cottage - Corinth, with some facilities offering initial discounts and competitive pricing compared to others in the area.
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Margerum review score based on 57 family reviews

8.5
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This proprietary review score is based on 57 reviews of 30 Margerum assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Margerum 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

Margerum review score compared against nearby cities

8.5
Margerum, AL30 facilities
8.7
Cherokee, AL12 facilities
8.5
Waterloo, AL34 facilities

Review subcategories for Margerum 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 57 reviews of 30 Margerum assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Margerum 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.
Margerum, AL averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.2
4.1
Friendliness
4.4
4.2
Care services
4.2
3.8
Staff
4.3
4.0
Meals & dining
3.9
3.7
Activities
3.8
3.7
Value for cost*
4.0
3.7
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Margerum assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Margerum assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Margerum, 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 Margerum 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 Margerum that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Margerum, ALNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
53.3%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
40%
33.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
93.3%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
93.3%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
53.3%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
16.7%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
90%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
53.3%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
46.7%
52.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Margerum 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 Margerum Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Margerum, ALNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
33.3%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
23.3%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
26.7%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
13.3%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Margerum 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 Margerum partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Margerum, ALNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
46.7%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
43.3%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
43.3%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
30%
36.2%
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Availability of select dining options in Margerum 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 Margerum communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Margerum, ALNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
6.7%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
36.7%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
26.7%
36.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Margerum 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 Margerum offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Margerum, ALNational
Activity director
Activity director
43.3%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
36.7%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
50%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
56.7%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
53.3%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
46.7%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
43.3%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
36.7%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
43.3%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
56.7%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
36.7%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
10%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
56.7%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in Margerum

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

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