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The cost of independent living in Goodwater is about $3,980 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 77 options. Read 1109 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 Somerby at St. Vincent's One Nineteen
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My husband has Vascular Dementia & this is the 3rd facility he has lived in. So far this place is easy to deal with. The staff work hard to make sure people are safe and needs are met. It is not 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.
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......Read more
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Our loved one is not really engaging in the activities, but the staff members have continued to do a great job reaching out and encouraging our friend to get involved with different activities. We do think...
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.
We strive to make every moment special for our residents at NHC Place Anniston because we believe in celebrating life at all stages. Our community fosters independence, socialization, and a healthy lifestyle for each Resident. We are dedicated to offering our residents the independence they want......Read more
Photo of Autumn Cove Assisted Living
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33 Floor plans available
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The staff members at Autumn Cove are what have made it such a great experience so far - they are just top notch. Based on our experience so far we would recommend them to other families.
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.
Autumn Cove Assisted Living is an extraordinary place to live. It’s the charm of hometown living in a community bursting with amenities and beautifully maintained by a terrific staff that’s ready to serve. At Autumn Cove Assisted Living, you’ll meet new friends, learn something new, and enjoy......Read more
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Photo of Summer Village at Magnolia Place
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66 Floor plans available
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The community is very clean, the staff are friendly and well organized and they do seem to care for their residents. The meals and dining service is great, our experience has been really good and the value...
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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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
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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.
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,......Read more
Photo of Carillon Oaks Heflin
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11 Floor plan available
Pricing promotion expiring soon
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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.
Carillon Oaks offers independent and assisted living in a historic setting. The stately brick Cleburne County High School, a National Historic Landmark, has been restored into a comfortable, amenity-rich community of one-bedroom apartments. Residents enjoy a coffee/bistro area and a historic......Read more
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Photo of Galleria Woods, a CCRC
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77 Floor plans available
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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......Read more
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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.
Photo of Hillabee Towers
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.
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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.
Photo of Tallassee Assisted Living
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.
Photo of River Ridge Long Term Care
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.
Photo of Rolling Oaks Apartments
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.
Photo of Village East
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)....Read more
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.
Photo of Carillon Oaks Lincoln
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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.
Elevate your loved one’s quality of life at Carillon Oaks Lincoln, a thoughtfully designed space for our residents with Alzheimer’s or dementia. Our full-time Memory Care Activities Director creates engaging activities that celebrate individual interests and passions, while our dedicated team......Read more
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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.
Photo of Magnolia Manor
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.
Photo of Homeland Assisted Living Facility
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The owner and staff of Homeland are extremely friendly and helpful. The price is affordable and the rooms are clean. The owner of Homeland gives her cell phone number and always available. They have been...
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.
Photo of Hamilton Place Apartments
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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Our loved one was a previous residents at The Village and during their stay there it was awesome, just off the charts. However covid had hit and we ended up pulling our loved one out to come live at home...
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.
Village at Cook Springs provides an assisted living community for those in need of memory care in the Pell City, St. Clair County, Alabama. This community offers the support that is needed for seniors who are dealing with dementia and Alzheimer's in an area that is beautiful and green. Those......Read more
Photo of Wesley Apartments
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.
Photo of Ease House Apartments
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.

Cost of independent living in Goodwater, AL

The average cost of senior living in Goodwater is $3,980 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Eclectic, AL with an average of $3,085 per month.

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

Goodwater, AL
$3,980/mo
$3,480/mo

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

Goodwater, AL
$3,980/mo
$3,549/mo
U.S. national average
$4,128/mo

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

$4,225/mo
Independent Living
$3,980/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,686/mo
Studio
$4,392/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,697/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,431/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,260/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Goodwater over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Goodwater

Recent reviews for independent living in Goodwater

Homeland Assisted Living Facility in Jemison, AL

5.0
My parents have been here almost a year. The staff and owner are friendly and have genuine concern for the residents. They get to know the residents, so when something is not right (mentally/physically) they know and can address it quickly. It’s never easy for a person to transition from ...
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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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Monark Grove Greystone in Birmingham, AL

5.0
My brother recently moved to Monark. It has been a great experience. Nice room,people and wonderful food. Highly recommend It is a lovely homely place. Great care Family friendly I feel it is fairly priced for the good care

Goodwater independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Goodwater independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Goodwater, 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 Goodwater 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 Goodwater 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
31.9%
20.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
27.5%
34.6%
No sugar
No sugar
27.5%
31.1%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
18.8%
33.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Goodwater 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 Goodwater communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
29%
36.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
40.6%
43.7%
Room service
Room service
21.7%
37.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
10.1%
17.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Goodwater 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 Goodwater offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
43.5%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
27.5%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
21.7%
32.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
46.4%
48.1%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
46.4%
49.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
47.8%
54.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
37.7%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
30.4%
38.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
34.8%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
40.6%
47.4%
Live performances
Live performances
39.1%
47%
Dances
Dances
27.5%
32.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
31.9%
39.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
42%
46.6%
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Gardens of Clanton, Danberry at Inverness and Gardens of Pelham are the top-rated independent living facilities near Goodwater, Alabama. See full list of communities.

There are 77 independent living facilities near Goodwater, Alabama. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Goodwater, Alabama are Gardens of Clanton, Danberry at Inverness and Gardens of Pelham. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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