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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Praco, AL

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Assisted living costs in Praco average about $3,957 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 31 communities in Praco. Our detailed directory has 438 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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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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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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Cost of assisted living in Praco, AL

The average cost of senior living in Praco is $3,957 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Sipsey, AL with an average of $3,617 per month.

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

Praco, AL
$3,957/mo

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

Praco, AL
$3,957/mo
$3,938/mo
U.S. national average
$4,698/mo

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

Assisted Living
$3,957/mo
$4,097/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,365/mo
Studio
$5,029/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,985/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,588/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,630/mo

Senior living costs in Praco 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: Praco, AL
Column state: Alabama
Column national: U.S.
Community typePraco, ALAlabamaU.S.
Assisted Living$3,957/mo$3,938/mo$4,698/mo
Memory Care$4,097/mo$3,998/mo$4,946/mo
Independent Living$3,728/mo$3,582/mo$4,153/mo
Assisted Living
Praco, AL:$3,957/mo
Alabama:$3,938/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Memory Care
Praco, AL:$4,097/mo
Alabama:$3,998/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
Independent Living
Praco, AL:$3,728/mo
Alabama:$3,582/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
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Assisted living costs in Praco, AL, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Praco 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
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Praco, AL$3,617/mo$3,197/mo+13.2%
Alabama$4,099/mo$3,802/mo+7.8%
National$5,375/mo$5,129/mo+4.8%
Praco, AL
2024 average cost:$3,617/mo
2023 average cost:$3,197/mo
Percent change:+13.2%
Alabama
2024 average cost:$4,099/mo
2023 average cost:$3,802/mo
Percent change:+7.8%
National
2024 average cost:$5,375/mo
2023 average cost:$5,129/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Praco, 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 Praco.

What families are saying about assisted living in Praco

Recent reviews for assisted living in Praco

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.

St Martins in the Pines in Birmingham, AL

4.9
So far we have had a very good experience with St. Martins in the Pines. The staff are wonderful and very friendly, and you can tell they really take good care of our loved ones. The facility itself is very nice and always well kept. The residents not only have plenty of opportunities to ...
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Galleria Woods, a CCRC in Birmingham, AL

5.0
From the first time that I visited Galleria Woods, I knew that it was the place for me! I love my Garden Home and the privacy that it gives me overlooking the Cahaba River. I enjoy my walks up to the "Big House" for meals and activities: watching the seasons change and getting a little ...
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Praco review score based on 103 family reviews

8.3
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This proprietary review score is based on 103 reviews of 27 Praco assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Praco 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

Praco review score compared against nearby cities

8.3
Praco, AL27 facilities
8.4
West Jefferson, AL17 facilities
8.6
Sylvan Springs, AL26 facilities

Review subcategories for Praco 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 103 reviews of 27 Praco assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Praco 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.
Praco, AL averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.5
4.1
Friendliness
3.6
4.2
Care services
3.2
3.8
Staff
3.4
4.0
Meals & dining
3.1
3.7
Activities
2.9
3.7
Value for cost*
3.3
3.7
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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Praco assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Praco assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Praco, 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 Praco 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 Praco that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Praco, ALNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
48.1%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
33.3%
33.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
96.3%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
51.9%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
18.5%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.3%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
40.7%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
25.9%
52.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Praco 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 Praco Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Praco, ALNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
51.9%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
25.9%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
51.9%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
25.9%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Praco 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 Praco partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Praco, ALNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
33.3%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
29.6%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
18.5%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
18.5%
36.2%
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Availability of select dining options in Praco 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 Praco communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Praco, ALNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
18.5%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
40.7%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
22.2%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
3.7%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Praco 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 Praco offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Praco, ALNational
Activity director
Activity director
40.7%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25.9%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
22.2%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
48.1%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
40.7%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
44.4%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
37%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
25.9%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
33.3%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
40.7%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
40.7%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
22.2%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
22.2%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
40.7%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in Praco

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