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The cost of independent living in Clayton is about $3,584 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 23 options. Read 123 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.

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I have been a resident of the Gardens of Eufaula for four years. I am very happy here. The staff and other residents are so kind. The staff feeds us well and handles my medications so I do not have to worry...
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.
Gardens of Eufaula is much more than an assisted living community, it’s a place where residents are surrounded by people who care. A unique setting where your parent or loved one lives among piers, new friendships are made, lives are shared and where they will feel right at home. Located across...
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The facilities are clean and welcoming. The common area furnishings are updated and comfortable. The staff has been amazing; helpful with a smile. The food is not always served warm and the meat is sometimes...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
The Terrace at Grove Park Located in the charming city of Dothan, Houston County, Alabama, The Terrace at Grove Park is an assisted living community where you can feel safe and cared in a dignified environment. Known as 'The Peanut Capital of the World', Dothan is an active city, with many...
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My father is a resident at River Oaks in Eufaula and I am so happy that he is there. The staff are all so loving and caring. This place has been a blessing for our family.
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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Assisted Living home in Auburn, Alabama. It's the BEST!! Auburn Assisted Living is the answer to much prayer that I find the Assisted Living experience that was best for the care I need. I found that and so...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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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The only real issue I have is the way meds are done. Overall drug cost has increased significantly per month. I like that they have a pretty good schedule of reoccurring activities. My dad greatly enjoys the...
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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Provides: Independent Living
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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: Independent Living
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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: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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I would tell a friend that, I was pleased with the care and that they are worth going to tour and speak with to see if it's a fit for your family member. And that we would use them again if the need...
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, 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.
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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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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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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.

Cost of independent living in Clayton, AL

The average cost of senior living in Clayton is $3,584 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Goshen, AL with an average of $2,816 per month.

Independent living costs in Clayton, AL, vs. nearby cities

Clayton, AL
$3,584/mo
$3,194/mo

Independent living costs in Clayton, AL, vs. state and national averages

Clayton, AL
$3,584/mo
$3,583/mo
U.S. national average
$4,203/mo

Independent living costs in Clayton, AL, vs. other senior living options

$3,780/mo
Independent Living
$3,584/mo

Independent living costs in Clayton, AL, by floor plan type

Studio
$4,380/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,420/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,740/mo

Senior living costs in Clayton 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: Clayton, AL
Column state: Alabama
Column national: U.S.
Community typeClayton, ALAlabamaU.S.
Independent Living$3,584/mo$3,583/mo$4,203/mo
Assisted Living$3,375/mo$3,938/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$3,780/mo$3,998/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living
Clayton, AL:$3,584/mo
Alabama:$3,583/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
Assisted Living
Clayton, AL:$3,375/mo
Alabama:$3,938/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
Clayton, AL:$3,780/mo
Alabama:$3,998/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in Clayton

Recent reviews for independent living in Clayton

Serenity South Troy Senior Living

5.0
My sister and I recently went through the process of identifying end-of-life care for our mother. That included assisted living arrangements for the early stages of her decline to higher levels of care as her dementia worsened and her health failed. When I received the call from the assisted ...
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River Oaks in Eufaula, AL

5.0
Very loving, compassionate staff. Feels like one big family and a beautiful place to call home.

The Neighborhood at Grove Park in Dothan, AL

4.5
When it comes to the activities and value for cost - that is to new to evaluate. However, what I like the most about The Terrace's is that they have quality cottages, I feel like I did when I was at my home, staff doesn't come around telling you what your u can or cannot do. Most of all it is ...
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Clayton independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Clayton independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Clayton, 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 Clayton 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 Clayton partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Clayton, ALNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
10.5%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
10.5%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
10.5%
30.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Clayton 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 Clayton communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Clayton, ALNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
10.5%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
15.8%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
10.5%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
5.3%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Clayton 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 Clayton offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Clayton, ALNational
Activity director
Activity director
26.3%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
5.3%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
26.3%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
26.3%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
21.1%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
21.1%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
10.5%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
5.3%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
15.8%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
10.5%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
10.5%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
10.5%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
15.8%
46.4%
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