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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Gum Spring, AL

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The cost of independent living in Gum Spring is about $3,829 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 81 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.

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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.
At The Apartments at Russel Erskine, we combine the splendor and hospitality of the old grand hotels with the modern conveniences you have grown to expect in an apartment community. Originally built in the early 1930's as Huntsville's premiere downtown hotel, the Russel Erskine building has been...
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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Our loved one has not been there long, but our family is having a much better experience at Regency. Everything is going great so far, we were upfront with them about our loved ones health issues, and they...
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.
Regency Retirement Village is a part of the city of Huntsville, Madison County, Alabama and provides residents with an assisted living community that is prepared to offer them the memory care that they need. This community is a great place to call home. Huntsville has much to offer to its guests...
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, 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, 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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Provides: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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, 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.
Regency Manor Specialty Care is an assisted living facility situated in Gurley, Alabama. We pride ourselves in our compassionate, dignified care for patients with AlzheimerÆs and dementia. We are also known for our home-like atmosphere, making it as comfortable as possible. We provide a secure...
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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
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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.
Our services include traditional and specialty care assisted living. We offer free evaluations where we can help assist you in determining you or your loved ones needs.Traditional Assisted Living If you or someone in your family is having difficulty living independently, yet doesn't need 24-hour...
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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
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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.
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, 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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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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My loved one was previously a resident at Lakewood Senior Living of Jasper and we loved this place! The staff was great, we loved them. They are a smaller facility, but much more intimate and caring than...
Provides: Assisted Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
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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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: 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 Gum Spring, AL

The average cost of senior living in Gum Spring is $3,829 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Berlin, AL with an average of $3,289 per month.

Independent living costs in Gum Spring, AL, vs. nearby cities

Gum Spring, AL
$3,829/mo
$3,746/mo

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

Gum Spring, AL
$3,829/mo
$3,593/mo
U.S. national average
$4,161/mo

Independent living costs in Gum Spring, AL, vs. other senior living options

$4,262/mo
Independent Living
$3,829/mo

Independent living costs in Gum Spring, AL, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,141/mo
Studio
$4,455/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,223/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,094/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,480/mo

Senior living costs in Gum Spring 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: Gum Spring, AL
Column state: Alabama
Column national: U.S.
Community typeGum Spring, ALAlabamaU.S.
Independent Living$3,829/mo$3,593/mo$4,161/mo
Assisted Living$4,262/mo$3,946/mo$4,705/mo
Memory Care$4,262/mo$4,006/mo$4,955/mo
Independent Living
Gum Spring, AL:$3,829/mo
Alabama:$3,593/mo
U.S.:$4,161/mo
Assisted Living
Gum Spring, AL:$4,262/mo
Alabama:$3,946/mo
U.S.:$4,705/mo
Memory Care
Gum Spring, AL:$4,262/mo
Alabama:$4,006/mo
U.S.:$4,955/mo
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Independent living costs in Gum Spring, AL, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Gum Spring and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Independent living cost trends in Gum Spring, AL

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Gum Spring have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Gum Spring, AL$2,895/mo$2,863/mo+1.1%
Alabama$2,802/mo$2,750/mo+1.9%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Gum Spring, AL
2024 average cost:$2,895/mo
2023 average cost:$2,863/mo
Percent change:+1.1%
Alabama
2024 average cost:$2,802/mo
2023 average cost:$2,750/mo
Percent change:+1.9%
National
2024 average cost:$3,261/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in Gum Spring

Recent reviews for independent living in Gum Spring

Rosewood Manor in Scottsboro, AL

5.0
They have an activity room with puzzles and things like that but then they also had entertainment come in as well it seemed like every day. For the price it is a very nice facility. Everyone knows each other and watches out for each other. Any residents who wanted to help with cooking or ...
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Country Cottage - Decatur

5.0
The staff CARES!!! The staff is down to earth and genuinely cares about their residents. My mother has had a hard time moving into assisted living because she is fiercely independent.. the staff here has included her and everything and makes her feel welcome.

Aldridge Creek Terrace in Huntsville, AL

4.5
My mother is law loves it here. She has adjusted very well to it, and we are pleased. She stays busy with all the activities they have available. They have an excellent staff, they are caring for her very well. The only problem she has had is the meals, but they are working on it. The community ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Warm and welcoming staff. Many reviews mention the friendly and welcoming nature of the staff across different communities, such as City Center Village, Pioneer Senior Living, and Residences at Wellpoint. Families express appreciation for the staff's accommodating and caring attitude, ensuring a comfortable transit ...
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Varied and engaging activities. Reviews highlight the importance of activities for residents' overall well-being at communities like City Center Village, Brookdale Jones Farm, and The Madison Village. Residents participate in a wide range of activities, from games and crafts to fitness classes and outings, ensuring an ac ...
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Well-maintained facilities and apartments. Cleanliness and maintenance are mentioned frequently in reviews, with communities like City Center Village, Pioneer Senior Living, and Merrill Gardens at Madison taking pride in their updated living spaces. Residents enjoy the comfort and security of well-maintained apartments and common a ...
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Accommodating and adaptable staff. Reviews for Monark Grove Madison, Pioneer Senior Living, and The Madison Village demonstrate the importance of staff that can provide individualized attention and accommodate residents' needs. Families appreciate the dedication to making each resident feel at home.
Delicious meals and dining experiences. Quality food and dining experiences are highlighted in reviews for communities such as City Center Village, Residences at Wellpoint, and The Commons. Residents look forward to meals that cater to their preferences and dietary needs.
Sense of community and belonging. Residents and families often speak of the sense of community and belonging they have found at different communities, including City Center Village, Pioneer Senior Living, and Residences at Wellpoint. This feeling of connection and friendship is essential for a fulfilling and enjoyable livi ...
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Gum Spring independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Gum Spring independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Gum Spring, 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 Gum Spring 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 Gum Spring 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
29%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33.3%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
30.4%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
23.2%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
4.3%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Gum Spring 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 Gum Spring communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
18.8%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
34.8%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
23.2%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Gum Spring 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 Gum Spring offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
42%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
30.4%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
31.9%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40.6%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
44.9%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
43.5%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
34.8%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
34.8%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
34.8%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
40.6%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
42%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
31.9%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
21.7%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
39.1%
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Limestone Lodge, Limestone Manor and Residences at Wellpoint are the top-rated independent living facilities near Gum Spring, Alabama. See full list of communities.
There are 81 independent living facilities near Gum Spring, Alabama. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Gum Spring, Alabama are Limestone Lodge, Limestone Manor and Residences at Wellpoint. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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