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Assisted living costs in Watkins average about $4,121 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 18 communities in Watkins. Our detailed directory has 581 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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1919 Photos available
1010 Floor plans available
10
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90 reviews
10
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90 reviews
5 star
92%
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She is very happy there - she enjoys the activities, the people and the food. Very positive! The staff members were very helpful and accommodating - the meals were very good and, although I did not meet a...
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.
Danberry at Inverness reflects a complete break from the conventions of ordinary senior living communities by embracing a distinctive philosophy focused on celebrating life with style. Here, you will find every convenience and amenity imaginable for active adults over 55, including a full...
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99 Photos available
4646 Floor plans available
9.8
Review score
29 reviews
9.8
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29 reviews
5 star
76%
4 star
14%
3 star
7%
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0%
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What has made Monark Grove such a great experience so far is the staff. [name removed], [name removed], [name removed], and [name removed] are great. We also really like the programs different activities...
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.
There's beauty in new beginnings - and a thrill in knowing the possibilities they bring. Just like the metamorphosis of a butterfly, nature has a way of showing us there are wonders to be celebrated in all of life's stages - and now that you've worked hard, it's time to enjoy. Senior living at...
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99 Photos available
9.5
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8 reviews
9.5
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8 reviews
5 star
87%
4 star
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I liked everything about the community and would highly recommend it. We picked this community because it was one level, clean, and reasonably priced for that area.
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.
The Ridge at Grandeview offers assisted living which means the staff will provide as much or as little support as you need. Services include on-site rehabilitation services, medication management, pharmacy services, individualized service plans and more. We also offer memory care needed for...
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2424 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
8.6
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6 reviews
8.6
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6 reviews
5 star
67%
4 star
33%
3 star
0%
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Our objective was to find a place for my 95 year old mother with the type of dementia that still allowed her to think rationally, but was incapable of retaining any new information, even during a brief...
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.
THE NEW DESIGN OF CARE, LIFE AND STYLELongleaf Liberty Park is taking a fresh, local approach to senior living, service and care. We've taken every detail into consideration to elevate expectations of what assisted living and memory care should be. Our modern welcoming spaces match our forward...
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1919 Photos available
9.9
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109 reviews
9.9
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109 reviews
5 star
97%
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We are very pleased with the quality of care. Like any long term care facility the family needs to be involved in monitoring their loved one's care. They should visit often. We would recommend the Gardens...
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.
At the Gardens of Pelham Assisted Living, our retirement community meets the diverse and changing needs of today’s senior citizens. Conveniently located off 1-65 North at exit 246 in Pelham near the Oak Mountain Park, the Garden’s atmosphere is warm and relaxed. Our month-to-month rent, without...
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9.5
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20 reviews
9.5
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20 reviews
5 star
70%
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The facility was completed in 2022 so it's like new. The independent living apartments are a generous size with cleaning services included once a week. There are many fun activities scheduled each week and...
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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2121 Photos available
9.4
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36 reviews
9.4
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36 reviews
5 star
47%
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3 star
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It's a nice place to stay for retirement! But they need to improve their meals for the Elderly! Some say the meals are crappy and are not well balanced! Lots of sandwiches with hardly no veggies, that are...
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.
From the moment you walk through the door, you will experience the difference that is Chateau Vestavia. Family owned and locally operated, we are a part of the beautiful Vestavia Hills community. Our caring professional staff is committed to making this the most worry-free time of your life. We...
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Photo of The Bungalows at Riverchase
1313 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.2
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18 reviews
9.2
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18 reviews
5 star
60%
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17%
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It is nice little clean space that has lots of little entertaining rooms. I seems he get more attention there Not particularly this place, but all these places have increased their prices dramatically over...
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.
Morningside of Riverchase in Hoover, Alabama is a beautifully furnished assisted living community offering spacious 1 and 2 bedroom apartments, and a wealth of amenities so you can feel right at home, right from the start.Located in historic Hoover, Morningside of Riverchase is an elegantly...
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66 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.2
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61 reviews
9.2
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61 reviews
5 star
41%
4 star
33%
3 star
8%
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My mom stayed there for 3 weeks while we went on a trip. The communication process was a little lacking. Nobody asked me what time we were coming to check in. We got there at 8 am and had to wait and ask...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Briar Glenn Alzheimer's Special Care Center is an assisted living community located in Hoover, Jefferson County, Alabama, providing residents with a safe place to call home. Those dealing with dementia or Alzheimer's are welcome in this community. The city of Hoover has much to offer to residents...
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1212 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.1
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23 reviews
9.1
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23 reviews
5 star
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I score all points a 5. We toured and compared 5 other places before choosing Lakeview and we are still pleased with Lakeview after 1 year. It is a much smaller community but with higher ratio of caregivers...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Lakeview Estates, a Phoenix Senior Living community, offers premier senior living services with superior personalized care and luxury-style accommodations with a comfortable, small-town feel. From the moment you enter Lakeview Estates, it will become clear that our goal is to instill purpose and...
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Photo of Truewood by Merrill, Riverchase
2525 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
9.0
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46 reviews
9.0
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46 reviews
5 star
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4 star
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3 star
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Truewood by Merrill was extremely accommodating for my father. My dad was very hesitant about moving into an assisted Living. But the staff at Truewood have been wonderful making sure he was comfortable and...
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.
Located in Hoover, Alabama, Truewood by Merrill, Riverchase is a newly renovated senior living community featuring a total of 110 beautifully appointed residences: 86 assisted living and 28 memory care apartments. The innovative assisted living apartments, specialized dementia care suites and...
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44 Photos available
8.6
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37 reviews
8.6
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37 reviews
5 star
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3 star
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Everything is great except they can be really slow with important maintenence requests such as the AC. Overall is it a great place, especially for our price point.
Provides: Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Elite Senior Living Center located in Birmingham, Jefferson County, Alabama and provides independent living where residents receive the memory care that they need. Our community provides seniors with a great place to call home. Those who are visiting residents of this community will find that...
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8.5
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18 reviews
8.5
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18 reviews
5 star
61%
4 star
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We have only been here a couple of weeks, this has been the most friendly facility we have looked at. The entire staff seem to be happy and friendly as well, answering questions that may or may not be their...
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.
Newly Renovated!!Nestled within a serene neighborhood, The Brook is a haven of compassionate care and comfort for our cherished residents. Here, we prioritize individual well-being and offer personalized support that allows residents to maintain their independence while receiving the assistance...
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1414 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
8.0
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13 reviews
8.0
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13 reviews
5 star
46%
4 star
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3 star
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8%
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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...
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.
It’s not downsizing your home; it’s upsizing your possibilities. Located on 20 wooded acres in Birmingham’s prestigious Riverchase area, our continuing care retirement community (CCRC) gives you a maintenance-free lifestyle with the retirement you deserve. Our community has a full continuum...
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2525 Photos available
1414 Floor plans available
7.5
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18 reviews
7.5
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18 reviews
5 star
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Our experience has been very positive. But I would advise anyone looking for a senior living faculty to do a thorough inspection and interview current residents for an unbiased opinion. That is what we did...
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.
Nestled in an attractively landscaped and wooded pocket of Birmingham, AL, Somerby St. Vincent's One Nineteen provides all that seniors desire from Independent living, Assisted living and specialized Somerside Memory Care options. Somerby offers a comfortable, convenient and rewarding senior...
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This community was very nice and the people were very friendly however, I needed my aunt in a community where they gathered and there were more gathering places at another community. The people were very...
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.
Real Service At the heart of Country Cottage is CareSteps, an individualized service plan designed to solve the real, day-to-day issues that have threatened to destroy the independence you've worked so hard to achieve. CareSteps assures that you'll receive the right amount of help at the right...
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I am impressed with the staff as they are attentive and helpful. They offer some activities and the community is clean. I would recommend this community.
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.
Maplewood Lane Traditional Assisted Living If you or someone in your family is having difficulty living independently, yet doesn't need 24-hour care and medical supervision, then assisted living will provide the ideal solution. If you or a loved one requires assistance with bathing, dressing,...
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.

Cost of assisted living in Watkins, AL

The average cost of senior living in Watkins is $4,121 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Dunnavant, AL with an average of $3,846 per month.

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

Watkins, AL
$4,121/mo
$4,168/mo

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

Watkins, AL
$4,121/mo
$3,826/mo
U.S. national average
$4,732/mo

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

Assisted Living
$4,121/mo
$4,206/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,678/mo
Studio
$4,658/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,091/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,715/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,550/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Watkins over time

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Watkins, 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 Watkins.

What families are saying about assisted living in Watkins

Recent reviews for assisted living in Watkins

Kirkwood by the River in Birmingham, AL

5.0
My parents moved into Kirkwood by the River 9 years ago and I've NEVER had a complaint about anything. This is the best run and kindest retirement place anyone could ever find. The entire staff are kind, thoughtful, patient and courteous. A wonderful place in a great setting with Christian ...
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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.

Morningside of Vestavia Hills

4.0
Its very nice and have lots of activities. A few complaints about the dining. For instance they are on lock down now for covid and she and several other residents did not get any breakfast this morning

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Caring and attentive staff. Reviews consistently praise the kindness and dedication of staff members at various communities, including Morningside of Vestavia Hills, The Crossings at Riverchase, and Gardens of Pelham, who go above and beyond to ensure residents feel welcomed and cared for.
Variety of activities for residents. Families appreciate the wide range of activities offered at communities, such as Gardens of Pelham in Gardens of Pelham, The Bungalows at Riverchase in The Bungalows at Riverchase, and Columbia Cottage in The Brook, where residents engage in painting classes, activities, and social events ...
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Comfortable and homelike environments. Residents and their families express satisfaction with the clean and welcoming living spaces at places like Gardens of Pelham in Gardens of Pelham and Morningside of Vestavia Hills in Morningside of Vestavia Hills, creating a sense of comfort and familiarity.
Individualized care and attention. Reviews for communities like Danberry in Danberry at Inverness and Long Leaf in Longleaf Liberty Park mention the attentiveness and adaptability of caregivers, ensuring residents receive the personalized care they need.
Access to nutritious meals and dining experiences. Community dining experiences are a highlight for many residents and their families, with reviews for places like Gardens of Pelham in Gardens of Pelham and Columbia Cottage in The Brook emphasizing the quality and variety of meals offered.
Clear and consistent communication between families and staff. Strong communication channels between families and staff are essential to maintaining peace of mind and ensuring care needs are met. Families at communities like Danberry in Danberry at Inverness and The Gardens of Pelham in Gardens of Pelham praise the openness and responsiveness of staff.
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Watkins review score based on 170 family reviews

9.1
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This proprietary review score is based on 170 reviews of 18 Watkins assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Watkins 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

Watkins review score compared against nearby cities

9.1
Watkins, AL18 facilities
9.2
Chelsea, AL10 facilities

Review subcategories for Watkins 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 170 reviews of 18 Watkins assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Watkins 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.
Watkins, AL averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.7
4.5
Friendliness
4.8
4.6
Care services
4.3
4.2
Staff
4.7
4.5
Meals & dining
4.3
4.1
Activities
4.3
4.1
Value for cost*
4.2
4.1
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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Watkins assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Watkins assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Watkins, 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 Watkins 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 Watkins that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Watkins, ALNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
61.1%
52.1%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
66.7%
33.3%
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
77.8%
56.5%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
33.3%
29.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
66.7%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
38.9%
53.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Watkins 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 Watkins Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Watkins, ALNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
72.2%
51%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
55.6%
32%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
72.2%
40.9%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
22.2%
13.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Watkins 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 Watkins partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Watkins, ALNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
61.1%
26.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
61.1%
39.8%
No sugar
No sugar
50%
36.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
50%
35%
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Availability of select dining options in Watkins 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 Watkins communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Watkins, ALNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
44.4%
30.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
72.2%
41.7%
Room service
Room service
44.4%
35.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
22.2%
17.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Watkins 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 Watkins offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Watkins, ALNational
Activity director
Activity director
77.8%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
50%
30.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
38.9%
29.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
77.8%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
88.9%
48.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
88.9%
52.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
72.2%
40.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
72.2%
34.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
66.7%
37.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
83.3%
46.1%
Live performances
Live performances
83.3%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
38.9%
29.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
55.6%
24.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
83.3%
45.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Watkins

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 Watkins protect seniors.

Learn about Alabama Assisted Living regulations

Frequently Asked Questions

Gardens of Pelham, Danberry at Inverness and Monark Grove Greystone are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Watkins, Alabama. See full list of communities.

There are 18 assisted living facilities near Watkins, Alabama. See the full list.

The best assisted living facilities near you in Watkins, Alabama are Gardens of Pelham, Danberry at Inverness and Monark Grove Greystone. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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