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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Helicon, AL
The cost of independent living in Helicon is about $3,581 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 17 options. Read 31 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 Cullman, Hartselle and Hanceville.
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They come to her room and interact with her daily... Activities director is fantastic. Nurses are caring and they all encourage her to move around...she isn't just in her bed all day Very clean Smells...
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.
Jasper is located in the Northwest part of Alabama. It is a community with beautiful nature, and a rich historical heritage. Here you'll find the home you've been looking for...HarborChase of Jasper Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care community. Our community is unique in that we...
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Very nice facility. My mom loves the atmosphere and care she receives. The activities for her are somewhat lacking. They need to replace the activities person.
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.
Westminster Assisted Living and Memory Care is designed for seniors who need assistance or support with activities of daily living while still living independently in private studio apartments. Each residence is furnished by the Resident to foster the fun and pleasure of living as an individual...
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It really is a great facility. They are very attentive. They may have more activities than my mom tells me, but I don't know. She likes bingo and the monthly entertainment. I would definitely recommend 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.
Located one block from Cullman Regional Medical Center and 4 miles from Interstate 65, residents are conveniently located to their physicians, rehabilitation services, and more. Morningside of Cullman is licensed by the State of Alabama, is a trusted senior resource, and the Assisted Living of...
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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.
Monarch Place is a senior living community serving seniors in the greater Cullman County, Alabama area. We are located just 35 miles north of Birmingham which gives us the best of southern country living while having the cultural and entertainment options of a large city nearby.Our spacious...
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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.
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
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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: 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
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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
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.
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Cost of independent living in Helicon, AL
The average cost of senior living in Helicon is $3,581 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Natural Bridge, AL with an average of $2,791 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Helicon, AL vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Helicon, AL vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Helicon, AL by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in Helicon
Recent reviews for independent living in Helicon
HarborChase of Jasper
5.0
They come to her room and interact with her daily...
Activities director is fantastic.
Nurses are caring and they all encourage her to move around...she isn't just in her bed all day
Very clean
Smells great
Food is super nice
Family Night activities are fun / festive
The Neighborhood at Cullman
5.0
I feel that the staff is great and very attentive. They are helpful and always pay close attention to my loved one. My loved one is active in the community with starting up different activities for the residents to do. They offer healthy and a variety of food choices. I would recommend them ...
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Westminster Assisted Living and Memory Care in Cullman, AL
5.0
My mother and father are doing good. They have wonderful staff that communicates very well with everyone. It is very clean and up kept. The meals are very good. I like that they offer activities for my parents the get to do some bingo. Once a month the community takes them out to eat.
Helicon independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Helicon independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Helicon, 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 Helicon 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 Helicon 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
16.7%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
16.7%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
8.3%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
8.3%
32.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Helicon 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 Helicon communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
8.3%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
25%
42.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Helicon 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 Helicon offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
33.3%
44.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
16.7%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
16.7%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
25%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
25%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
25%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
8.3%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
16.7%
40.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
25%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
25%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
8.3%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
8.3%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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45.7%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Lakewood Senior Living of Jasper, HarborChase of Jasper and Westminster Assisted Living and Memory Care are the top-rated independent living facilities near Helicon, Alabama. See full list of communities.
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