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7 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Merrellton, AL
Assisted living costs in Merrellton average about $3,706 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 7 communities in Merrellton. Our detailed directory has 61 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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9.8
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35 reviews
I was pleasantly surprised at my mom’s settling in and contentment at Silver Lakes. She was not happy in leaving her home but the kindness of the staff, the delicious meals as well as the top notch care...
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.
Silver Lakes Senior Living offers Independent Living, traditional Assisted Living as well as a person-centered Memory Care program. This newly renovated community offers a vibrant, homelike environment where assistance is right around the corner any time of the day or night. Whether it’s...
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9.7
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24 reviews
When it comes to the meals and dining, there is no consideration for diabetic residents. Many meals are too many carbs/ starches in one meal. No sugar free options. The value for cost would be a better...
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.
While you may have known Fort McClellan as a premier military installation in the Southeast, the fort's Army days are in the past. Today a portion of the former military base has a whole new mission.Welcome to the new McClellan, and welcome to Anniston, Alabama. A growing retirement destination...
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It is very, very clean. Everything is impressive. My mother is very picky and she said they are willing to do anything for you and she's really impressed.
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.
Legacy Village of Jacksonville is an assisted living community located in Jacksonville, Alabama, in Calhoun County, and home to just over 12,600 people. Jacksonville is a busy city close to Oxford, with lots of stores, shopping, restaurants and area attractions. Residents will enjoy spending time...
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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
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.
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.
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Cost of assisted living in Merrellton, AL
The average cost of senior living in Merrellton is $3,706 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Ridgeville, AL with an average of $3,157 per month.
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Merrellton, AL vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Merrellton, AL by room type
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Merrellton, AL
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What families are saying about assisted living in Merrellton
Recent reviews for assisted living in Merrellton
Silver Lakes Senior Living in Glencoe, AL
5.0
My dad entered Silver Lakes Senior Living respite care following surgery and inpatient rehab at UAB. I believe he was the first respite patient at this community. The staff was wonderful! This was the best option for him before transitioning back to his home.
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Autumn Cove Assisted Living in Anniston, AL
5.0
We love this community and the people, I always look forward to going and visiting. The outside of the community is very clean, it really is a pretty facility. They are very friendly and our loved one seems to be eating really good. Due to covid they have had to keep the activities at a minimum. ...
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McClellan Senior Living in Anniston, AL
4.8
Overall he enjoys the experience. He has been approved for VA, but he wants to stay there. For the meals, as with everywhere, cooking staff no shows. Yes, we would recommend this community to other families, they have been great communicators with me concerning my dad.
Merrellton assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Merrellton assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Merrellton, 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 Merrellton 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 Merrellton 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
20%
51.9%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
20%
33.2%
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
20%
56.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
20%
29.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
20%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
20%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Merrellton 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 Merrellton Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
40%
50.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
40%
31.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
40%
40.8%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
20%
13.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Merrellton 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 Merrellton 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
20%
26.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
20%
39.6%
No sugar
No sugar
20%
36.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
20%
34.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Merrellton 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 Merrellton communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
20%
30.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
20%
41.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Merrellton 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 Merrellton offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
40%
45.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
20%
30.6%
Community service programs
Community service programs
40%
29.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
60%
49.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
60%
48.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
60%
52%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40%
40.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
40%
33.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
40%
36.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
60%
45.9%
Live performances
Live performances
20%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
20%
29.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
40%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
60%
45.1%
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State regulations for assisted living in Merrellton
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 Merrellton protect seniors.
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Silver Lakes Senior Living, McClellan Senior Living and Regency Pointe are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Merrellton, Alabama. See full list of communities.
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