About Assisted LivingAssisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.Complete guide to assisted livingBest of 2024 Assisted Living Winners
About Memory CareMemory 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. Complete guide to memory careBest of 2024 Memory Care Winners
About Independent LivingIndependent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.Complete guide to independent livingBest of 2024 Independent Living Winners
About Senior LivingSenior living is a term used to describe various housing and care options for older adults from maintenance-free, 55+ facilities for active seniors, to secure, fully staffed facilities for seniors with Alzheimer's or dementia.
Complete guide to senior livingFind senior living facilities near you
About Nursing HomesNursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.Complete guide to Nursing Homes
About Home Care Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home. Complete guide to home careBest of 2024 Home Care Winners
About Senior ApartmentsSenior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.Complete guide to Senior Apartments
About Care HomesResidential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.Complete guide to care homes
Veteran ResourcesVA benefits for long-term care, such as Aid and Attendance benefits, can help eligible veterans and their surviving spouses pay for senior care.Guide to VA benefits for long-term care
More About Veterans Benefits
Senior Living Awards
How Our Service Works
Caregiver ResourcesAdd Review(866) 374-4058
Talk to a local advisor for FREE
10 Best Independent Living Communities in Clay, AL
The cost of independent living in Clay is about $3,690 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 84 options. Read 1154 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.
As you explore independent living near you, you may also want to consider options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Birmingham, Homewood and Trussville.
Clay Independent Living Facilities | 1154 Reviews
Showing 72 communities
Last Updated: 1/3/25
Sort by
Filter by
3.0
Review score
11 reviews
My loved one has recently moved into this community and so far everything is going well for him there. The staff have been very friendly and I am comfortable with the quality of care they are providing him....
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.
2222 Photos available
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Upside is truly an exclusive opportunity to live independently on your own terms. We offer luxury living options with over 2,500+ apartments in our network across the country alongside a dedicated and experienced personal concierge support system. Upside is a uniquely designed senior...
5 star
50%
4 star
25%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
25%
My father was in respite care for a few weeks and the staff definitely made him feel like he was at home. The owner would call everyday and inform me of everything that was going on with my father. It was...
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.
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, 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.
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.
Sunrise on the Circle is located in Pell City, Alabama, which is nestled between the granite ridges of the lower Appalachian Mountains and the scenic Coosa River. Interstate I-20 offers easy access to the giant commerce centers of Birmingham (1 hour) and Atlanta (2 hours).
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
1010 Photos available
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Here at Ivy Gate, we are in tune with your needs. In our peaceful sanctuary, 8-16 people become family.Our quality of care differs from more extensive communal living facilities and traditional nursing homes by offering more quality time with your loved one by committing to never housing more...
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.
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.
Our free advisors can help
- Compare local facilities
- Determine care type
- Schedule tours
- Evaluate pricing
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: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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
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.
5 star
0%
4 star
0%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
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
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.
5 star
0%
4 star
0%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
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.
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.
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.
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.
Cost of independent living in Clay, AL
The average cost of senior living in Clay is $3,690 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Highland Lake, AL with an average of $3,125 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Clay, AL vs. nearby cities
Clay, AL
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Clay, AL vs. the state and national average
Clay, AL
U.S. national average
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Clay vs. other types of senior living
Independent Living
Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Clay, AL by room type
Semi-Private
Studio
1 Bedroom
2 Bedroom
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
Average cost of Independent Living in Clay over time
Clay, ALAL stateNational
Discover the many ways to pay for senior living
Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.
Your Guide to Paying for Care
Plan for and know your options for how to cover long-term care expenses.
Your Guide to VA Benefits
The VA provides two veterans benefits that can be used to offset the costs of long-term care.
Medicare and Medicaid
Understand the difference between these two public pay options, and what they cover.
What families are saying about independent living in Clay
Recent reviews for independent living in Clay
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 ...
Read more
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.
The Fairways at Grayson Valley in Birmingham, AL
4.1
The facility is pretty nice, I think some things could be upgraded. But mom is very pleased. The staff is very friendly and quick to address any issues we have. They do housekeeping often and her room is very clean. The food is good, mom is happy with it. Communication with the family is very ...
Read more
Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Personalized and attentive care. Several reviews highlight the exceptional care provided by staff, with some residents mentioning that staff go above and beyond to accommodate individual needs. At Elite Senior Living Center, for instance, a resident's father needed more care than independent living could offer, and staff help ...
Read more
Thoughtfully designed community spaces. Numerous reviews praise the cleanliness and attractiveness of community spaces, creating an inviting atmosphere. At Cherry Creek Village, the food is described as delectable, and residents enjoy dining in the beautifully decorated dining room. Additionally, residents at Danberry at Inverness ...
Read more
Friendly and welcoming staff. Numerous reviews mention the warmth and friendliness of staff, who make residents and their families feel welcomed and cared for. At Skyline Village at Red Mountain, not only the staff but also the residents are described as friendly and accommodating. Families at Town Village Vestavia Hills ...
Read more
Engaging activities and social opportunities. Residents and their families appreciate the wide range of activities offered, which help to keep residents engaged and active. At The Crossings at Riverchase, residents participate in bingo, team trivia games, pool aerobics, and numerous other activities. Residents at Elite Senior Living Cent ...
Read more
High-quality and varied meals. Families express their satisfaction with the quality and variety of meals served at their loved ones' communities. At Monark Grove Greystone, the food is described as delicious and better than anticipated. Residents at Cherry Creek Village appreciate the flexibility of menu options and the a ...
Read more
Effective and responsive communication. Clear and open communication between families and staff is valued and appreciated by many residents and their families. At Skyline Village at Red Mountain, staff are described as quick to respond to concerns and willing to address any issues that arise. Families at Danberry at Inverness were ...
Read more
AI generated from the text of family reviews
Clay independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Clay independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Clay, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.
Availability of select dietary accommodations in Clay independent living
Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Clay partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Clay, ALNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
27.8%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
27.8%
33.6%
No sugar
No sugar
23.6%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
22.2%
32.9%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
Availability of select dining options in Clay independent living
Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Clay communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Clay, ALNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
27.8%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
45.8%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
25%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
9.7%
17%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
Availability of select programs and activities in Clay independent 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 independent living communities in Clay offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Clay, ALNational
Activity director
Activity director
50%
44.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
30.6%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
51.4%
47.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
52.8%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
52.8%
53.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
44.4%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
34.7%
37.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
40.3%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
47.2%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
27.8%
32%
Fitness center
Fitness center
36.1%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
48.6%
45.8%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
Frequently Asked Questions
Danberry at Inverness, Gardens of Pelham and Bridgewood Gardens are the top-rated independent living facilities near Clay, Alabama. See full list of communities.
There are 84 independent living facilities near Clay, Alabama. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Clay, Alabama are Danberry at Inverness, Gardens of Pelham and Bridgewood Gardens. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
More questions?
Ask an A Place for Mom local advisor at no cost.
Independent Living in Cities Near Clay
- Birmingham, Alabama
- Homewood, Alabama
- Trussville, Alabama
- Vestavia Hills, Alabama
- Gardendale, Alabama
- Irondale, Alabama
- Moody, Alabama
- Mountain Brook, Alabama
- Leeds, Alabama
- Pell City, Alabama
- Springville, Alabama
- Warrior, Alabama
- Forestdale, Alabama
- Tarrant, Alabama
- Grayson Valley, Alabama
- Fultondale, Alabama
- Odenville, Alabama
- Indian Springs Village, Alabama
- Grants Mill, Alabama
- Fairfield, Alabama
More options near Clay, Alabama
The information contained on this page is for informational purposes only and is not intended to constitute medical, legal or financial advice or create a professional relationship between A Place for Mom and the reader. Always seek the advice of your health care provider, attorney or financial advisor with respect to any particular matter, and do not act or refrain from acting on the basis of anything you have read on this site. Links to third-party websites are only for the convenience of the reader; A Place for Mom does not endorse the contents of the third-party sites.
Back to top