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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Lamar County, AL
The cost of independent living in Lamar County is about $2,827 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 50 options. Read 119 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 Winfield, Hamilton and Detroit.
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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, Home 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.
Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
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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.
Columbus Gardens offers elegant one and two bedroom apartment homes for those who want an independent lifestyle while enjoying the comforts and conveniences of senior living. This community offers responsive management, 24-hour emergency maintenance, washers and dryers, resident activities and a...
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: 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.
...Serving Older Adults in the Spirit of Christian Love...Independent living for senior adults ages 52 thru 62 disabled or 62 and up. We offer apartment living in downtown West Point, MS.The Henry Clay is well located for the convenience of our residents, the city park, library, post...
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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We chose Martinview Assisted Living because it provided everything that I was looking for for my wife. The staff are super friendly and the care is personalized. I would recommend to others looking.
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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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, 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.
Cost of independent living in Lamar County, AL
The average cost of senior living in Lamar County is $2,827 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Ethelsville, AL with an average of $2,017 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Lamar County, AL vs. nearby counties
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Lamar County, AL vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Lamar County vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Lamar County, AL by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in Lamar County
Recent reviews for independent living in Lamar County
The Goldton at Adelaide in Starkville, MS
4.6
This community is worth investigating to see if this is a good option for your loved one. The proper care, respect, and watching over the residents is done well here; however, the staff are still good at allowing the residents have their autonomy.
There are three meals a day, and there is a ...
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Landmark Lifestyles at Tupelo
4.9
She was the first to live in her room. She had to be placed in a separate behavioral center for ten which helped her. They have a nurse on site 24/7 and they took her to the hospital when she suddenly became ill with RSV on December 31. The ratio of staff to residents is good. She seemed to ...
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Lamar County independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Lamar County independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Lamar County, 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 Lamar County 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 Lamar County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Lamar County, ALNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
23.8%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
28.6%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
23.8%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
11.9%
32.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Lamar County 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 Lamar County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Lamar County, ALNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
11.9%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
23.8%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
16.7%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
4.8%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Lamar County 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 Lamar County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
26.2%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
19%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
23.8%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
33.3%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
28.6%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
26.2%
53.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
28.6%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
11.9%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
23.8%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
28.6%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
28.6%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
26.2%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
11.9%
39.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
28.6%
45.7%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Garden Hill Assisted Living, LLC, Landmark Lifestyles at Tupelo and Southern Magnolia Golden are the top-rated independent living facilities near Lamar County, Alabama. See full list of communities.
There are 50 independent living facilities near Lamar County, Alabama. See the full list.
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