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The cost of independent living in Dowdle is about $3,047 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 12 options. Read 44 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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Photo of Congregate Housing at Cahaba Trace
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We picked this community, because of the great people, rates, and it was convenient for my father. I would 100 percent recommend to other families. It's very nice.
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.
Congregate Housing at Cahaba Trace 208 Pierson Avenue Centreville, AL 35042, US
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My brother has been very satisfied with the conditions at Pine Valley. He always looks forward to breakfast as the menus is his favorite foods. He has been at several places; however, [name removed] has been...
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.
Pine Valley Retirement Community, a tradition in southern active retirement living, has over 25 years of experience in providing quality independent living for seniors at an affordable cost with no buy-in required. Nestled on 10 acres of tall pines and flowering gardens, Pine Valley offers...
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My mother is currently a resident at Crimson Village and her experience at this facility has been great so far. The staff is very friendly and helpful. My mother enjoys being around the other residents. The...
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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We love this community for the staff are outstanding and caring. The community is clean and the meals are very good in every way possible. We are happy that she is active with this other resident with the...
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.
The Woodlands offer the basic services plus three additional levels of care. The Woodlands provides a way of life that allows the resident to age in place. If your loved one needs short term assistance or long term assistance, we provide it. Our well-trained staff provides services with love,...
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North River Village feels like home. I love the staff and the food is wonderful!
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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I am very happy with moving into this nice community. The community has the great staff that is caring and always make sure that things are taken care of. The community offers great activities 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.
Situated on a beautiful park like setting at the convenient crossroad of Skyland and Hwy 215. Regency Retirement Village offers all the warmth of small town living with easy access to all that Tuscaloosa has to offer. Our lovely community offers Assisted Living, Independent Living including...
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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: 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.
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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, 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.

Cost of independent living in Dowdle, AL

The average cost of senior living in Dowdle is $3,047 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Centreville, AL with an average of $1,988 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Dowdle, AL vs. nearby cities

Dowdle, AL
$3,047/mo
$3,047/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Dowdle, AL vs. the state and national average

Dowdle, AL
$3,047/mo
$3,467/mo
U.S. national average
$4,218/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Dowdle vs. other types of senior living

$3,374/mo
Independent Living
$3,047/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Dowdle, AL by room type

Studio
$2,933/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,117/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,300/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$1,999/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Dowdle over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Dowdle

Recent reviews for independent living in Dowdle

Regency Retirement Village - Tuscaloosa

5.0
I'm doing well in this community. I like it very much here. I picked them because it was the best deal with the most inclusive. I have a garden room with 3 meals a day. I'm not really big on activities but I do attend some the activities they offer. The meals are pretty good. The staff are very ...
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Oaks on Parkwood in Bessemer, AL

5.0
We chose this facility because it was a better value for the money than a lot we looked into, the location, and it is a one level facility which we liked. They also have continued care so we would not have to move her from the facility, she would just transition from levels of care. Her ...
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The Landings at Northport

4.4
This community has a great atmosphere. They have very caring employees for the residents. It was also a great tour and I was able to see everything at the community. They gave me all of the information I needed.

Dowdle independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Dowdle independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Dowdle, 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 Dowdle 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 Dowdle partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
9.1%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
18.2%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
18.2%
30.1%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
9.1%
32.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Dowdle 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 Dowdle communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
9.1%
35.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
36.4%
42.5%
Room service
Room service
9.1%
36%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Dowdle 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 Dowdle offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
27.3%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
9.1%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
18.2%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
27.3%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
27.3%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
36.4%
53.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
18.2%
42%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
18.2%
37%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
18.2%
40.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
18.2%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
27.3%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
18.2%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
27.3%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
18.2%
45.7%
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Oaks on Parkwood, Congregate Housing at Cahaba Trace and Pine Valley in Tuscaloosa are the top-rated independent living facilities near Dowdle, Alabama. See full list of communities.

There are 12 independent living facilities near Dowdle, Alabama. See the full list.

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