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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Salem, AL

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Assisted living costs in Salem average about $3,428 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 10 communities in Salem. Our detailed directory has 160 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 Camden, Marion and Selma.

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A wonderful home for the elderly. The care is awesome so is the food. They have lots of great activities for the residents. There is a great staff to help with any need. My Aunt loves her spacious rooms.
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.
Friendly, charming and oh so southern, the Gardens of Clanton Assisted Living offers the personal attention and home-like environment your loved one deserves. From the shady front porch to the spacious common-area, our assisted living has a welcoming feeling of “family” and belonging. With 16...
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Our loved one loves Country Place. They are all friendly and very helpful. The new staff members answered all of our questions and helped us tremendously in the move in process. I would recommend this...
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.
Country Place Senior Living is more than an assisted living residence, it's a place where true friendships are made, lives are shared and care warms the heart. Our uniquely intimate setting of 24 suites limits the number of residents, thereby fostering a feeling of 'family' and belonging. When...
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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.
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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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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.
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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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Cost of assisted living in Salem, AL

The average cost of senior living in Salem is $3,428 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Marion, AL with an average of $3,054 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Salem, AL vs. nearby cities

Salem, AL
$3,428/mo
$3,561/mo
$3,233/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Salem, AL vs. the state and national average

Salem, AL
$3,428/mo
$3,825/mo
U.S. national average
$4,624/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Salem vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$3,428/mo
$3,428/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Salem, AL by room type

Studio
$3,218/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,340/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,590/mo

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Salem, 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 Salem.

What families are saying about assisted living in Salem

Recent reviews for assisted living in Salem

Gardens of Clanton

5.0
My grandmother lived at The Gardens for 3 years. Everyone was so nice and helpful. I enjoyed all the parties with family. My mother's the administrator there and she does a remarkable job. The community is always clean and the food is delicious.

Country Place Senior Living of Greenville

4.3
The rooms at Country Place Senior Living would be about a three out of five, they could use some updated. The food was excellent when our loved one was there, and we would recommend this community to others.

Salem assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Salem assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Salem, 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 Salem 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 Salem that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Salem, ALNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
10%
52.3%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
10%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
10%
29.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
20%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
10%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Salem 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 Salem Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Salem, ALNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
20%
51.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
10%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Salem 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 Salem partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Salem, ALNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
20%
26.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
10%
40%
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Availability of select dining options in Salem 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 Salem communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Salem, ALNational
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
20%
41.8%
Room service
Room service
10%
35.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Salem 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 Salem offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Salem, ALNational
Activity director
Activity director
20%
45.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
10%
30.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
10%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
20%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
20%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
20%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
10%
40.8%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
10%
37.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
10%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
20%
46.4%
Dances
Dances
10%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
10%
24.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
10%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in Salem

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 Salem protect seniors.

Learn about Alabama Assisted Living regulations

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There are 10 assisted living facilities near Salem, Alabama. See the full list.

The best assisted living facility near you in Salem, Alabama is Gardens of Clanton. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

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