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The cost of independent living in New Town is about $3,453 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 112 options. Read 1518 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: 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, 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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Cost of independent living in New Town, AL

The average cost of senior living in New Town is $3,453 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Bridgeport, AL with an average of $2,754 per month.

Independent living costs in New Town, AL, vs. nearby cities

New Town, AL
$3,453/mo
$3,440/mo

Independent living costs in New Town, AL, vs. state and national averages

New Town, AL
$3,453/mo
$3,596/mo
U.S. national average
$4,163/mo

Independent living costs in New Town, AL, vs. other senior living options

$3,937/mo
Independent Living
$3,453/mo

Independent living costs in New Town, AL, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,267/mo
Studio
$4,476/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,627/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,926/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,350/mo

Senior living costs in New Town 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: New Town, AL
Column state: Alabama
Column national: U.S.
Community typeNew Town, ALAlabamaU.S.
Independent Living$3,453/mo$3,596/mo$4,163/mo
Assisted Living$3,897/mo$3,946/mo$4,707/mo
Memory Care$3,937/mo$4,006/mo$4,957/mo
Independent Living
New Town, AL:$3,453/mo
Alabama:$3,596/mo
U.S.:$4,163/mo
Assisted Living
New Town, AL:$3,897/mo
Alabama:$3,946/mo
U.S.:$4,707/mo
Memory Care
New Town, AL:$3,937/mo
Alabama:$4,006/mo
U.S.:$4,957/mo
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Independent living costs in New Town, AL, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in New Town 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.

New Town, ALAL stateNational

Independent living cost trends in New Town, AL

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in New Town 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
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
New Town, AL$3,128/mo$3,327/mo-6.0%
Alabama$2,802/mo$2,750/mo+1.9%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
New Town, AL
2024 average cost:$3,128/mo
2023 average cost:$3,327/mo
Percent change:-6.0%
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 New Town

Recent reviews for independent living in New Town

Morning Pointe of Chattanooga at Shallowford

5.0
I absolutely love it and my Dad seems to like it. I love the staff and they have been great for my Dad. He has adjusted extremely well. He feels like this is his home. He is really happy with the food there.

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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Ascension Living Alexian Village - Tennessee (Assisted Living) in Signal Mountain, TN

5.0
I was extremely pleased with Ascension. The establishment, as well as the patients, were always very clean. I never detected any smells or odors -- and I have a keen sense of smell! They were communicative, helpful, and caring from my first visit until my Mom's death. My mom suffered from ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Welcoming and friendly staff. Residents and families express appreciation for the friendly and welcoming nature of the staff at various communities. Reviews for The Commons mention the wonderful experience of dealing with [name removed], while Creekside at Shallowford residents praise the kindness and helpfulness of [nam ...
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Personalized living spaces. Many reviews mention the convenience of having personalized living spaces, such as the big living room and bedroom with a walk-in closet in Signal Mountain Senior Living, or the one-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments at Ashwood Square Retirement Community. Residents appreciate being able to ...
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Community activities and socialization. Activities and socialization opportunities are another key feature mentioned in numerous reviews, with families praising the variety of offerings at communities like Brookdale Jones Farm, Residences at Wellpoint, and Creekside at Shallowford. Activities include singing, games, crafts, movi ...
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Well-maintained facilities and grounds. Reviews consistently mention cleanliness and upkeep as a priority, with some commenting specifically on the well-maintained facilities and grounds at communities like Signal Mountain Senior Living, Pioneer Senior Living, and Creekside at Shallowford.
Varied meal options and accommodating chefs. Throughout reviews, quality food stands out as a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their community. At StoryPoint Hixson South, the cook's resignation led to a decline in meal quality, but the chefs at Brookdale Jones Farm and Pioneer Senior Living are praised for accomm ...
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Strong community connections and support. Residents and families highlight the importance of a strong sense of community, with reviews for Pioneer Senior Living mentioning the value of a supportive and caring environment, while Creekside at Shallowford residents comment on the welcoming atmosphere and the support provided by staff m ...
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New Town independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in New Town independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in New Town, 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 New Town 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 New Town partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
New Town, ALNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
25.5%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33.3%
34.5%
No sugar
No sugar
30.4%
31%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
25.5%
33.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
7.8%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in New Town 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 New Town communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
New Town, ALNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
19.6%
36.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
39.2%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
24.5%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
9.8%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in New Town 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 New Town offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
New Town, ALNational
Activity director
Activity director
40.2%
45.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
22.5%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
23.5%
33.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
46.1%
47.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
45.1%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
49%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40.2%
43%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
28.4%
38.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
30.4%
41.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
41.2%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
41.2%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
25.5%
33.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20.6%
39.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
41.2%
46.5%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
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