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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Wegra, AL
Assisted living costs in Wegra average about $3,698 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 31 communities in Wegra. Our detailed directory has 368 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.
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.
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.
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Cost of assisted living in Wegra, AL
The average cost of senior living in Wegra is $3,698 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Dora, AL with an average of $3,576 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Wegra, AL vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Wegra, AL vs. the state and national average
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U.S. national average
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Wegra vs. other types of senior living
Assisted Living
Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Wegra, AL by room type
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Average cost of Assisted Living in Wegra over time
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Wegra, AL
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What families are saying about assisted living in Wegra
Recent reviews for assisted living in Wegra
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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Country Cottage - Hoover
3.8
The community doesn't do activities for the residents. The staff look after my loved one; however, the residents aren't as closely watched as I would have hoped.
I would recommend you keep a close eye on your loved one if they are here.
Wegra review score based on 79 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 79 reviews of 28 Wegra assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Wegra 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
Wegra review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Wegra 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 79 reviews of 28 Wegra assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Wegra 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.Wegra, AL averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.4
4.5
Friendliness
4.7
4.6
Care services
4.2
4.2
Staff
4.6
4.5
Meals & dining
4.1
4.1
Activities
3.9
4.1
Value for cost*
4.3
4.1
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Wegra assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Wegra assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Wegra, 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 Wegra 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 Wegra 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
46.4%
51.9%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
28.6%
33.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
96.4%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
46.4%
56.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
17.9%
29.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.4%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
39.3%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
25%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Wegra 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 Wegra Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Wegra, ALNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
50%
50.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
28.6%
31.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
50%
40.8%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
25%
13.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Wegra 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 Wegra partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Wegra, ALNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
28.6%
26.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
32.1%
39.6%
No sugar
No sugar
21.4%
36.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
17.9%
34.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Wegra 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 Wegra communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
17.9%
30.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
35.7%
41.5%
Room service
Room service
21.4%
35.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
3.6%
17.6%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Wegra 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 Wegra offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
32.1%
45.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
21.4%
30.6%
Community service programs
Community service programs
21.4%
29.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
46.4%
49.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
39.3%
48.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
42.9%
52%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
35.7%
40.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
25%
33.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
25%
36.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
39.3%
45.9%
Live performances
Live performances
39.3%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
25%
29.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
21.4%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
39.3%
45.1%
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State regulations for assisted living in Wegra
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 Wegra protect seniors.
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